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“Alarm Engineering provides dependable, friendly service with significant expertise in state of the art equipment. The installation is remarkably unobtrusive and has proven very reliable. An unexpected benefit for us is the message we get when there is a power outage while we are away. We value the peace of mind and feel the cost of the service is very low. Thanks, Guys!”
-Robert R. in Centreville, MD
For many homeowners, the front yard is a challenging area to keep secure.
By design, the front yard is a semi-public area between your home and the street. If you’re like most of us, you care about your home’s curb appeal and aren’t interested in extreme security measures, but there still are discreet steps you can take to make your front yard and ultimately your home more secure.
Using the 5 D’s of Home Security, here are some ways to achieve both increased security and friendly curb appeal.
Locally owned Alarm Engineering has been securing Delmarva since 1985. In that time, we have earned our reputation for integrity, reliability, and quality with our emphasis on superior service to our customers. We know you have choices when it comes to your security system, so here are some things you should know about our team.
Alarm Engineering is leading provider of electronic security systems and services in Delaware and the Eastern Shores of Maryland and Virginia. From integrated home security systems with home automation and video to large enterprise-level integrated systems and small business solutions, our highly trained and professional staff will get the job done right. As an Authorized Alarm.com dealer, we offer exclusive Crash and Smash technology, Geo-Fencing and LiftMaster Garage Control, and the Doorbell Camera as part of our Home Automation offerings.
For more about what sets us apart from the crowd, click here or give us a call at 410-546-2210. But don’t just take our word for it: check out our five star Google Reviews.
Welcome to Wicomico County! Alarm Engineering has teamed up with the Salisbury Chamber of Commerce to give you a FREE* Alarm System!
Welcome to Wicomico County! Alarm Engineering has teamed up with the Salisbury Chamber of Commerce to give you a FREE* Alarm System! In addition to securing your family, home and property, you can now control thermostats, lights, garage door and appliances with free apps.
Green solutions and technologies for your home are also available at discounted prices.
A recent study found homes to be the burglar’s primary target, with commercial buildings next in popularity. Further, burglars most often consider the following factors while choosing their target. How does your home stack up?
Ex-burglars reveal it only takes 2 MINUTES to break into a home with no visible alarm system and 78% say that an alarm system would make them target a different home entirely. Read more about what burglars look for and how to deter them here.
Alarm Engineering’s Wicomico Teachers Essentials Package includes our innovative Crash n Smash Technology, which alerts the central station when someone is tampering with or damaging your equipment in an attempt to stop the alarm.
The Wicomico County Teachers Essentials Package also has the capacity to easily add features and customize the system to your needs and budget.
Alarm Engineering tailors solutions to protect people and property important to you with some of the most innovative technology available. From sophisticated life safety and security systems to cost-effective intelligent threat detection, the goal is to deliver the highest quality products and services to our customers, commercial and residential.
Not only can you go green, but you can save green because a professionally installed and monitored alarm system from Alarm Engineering may also entitle you to a discount on your homeowner’s insurance. Ask your agent for the details!
The security system acts as the brain of your home; it knows whether your home is occupied or empty. Use that brain to automate your home and use your security system to its fullest potential!
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To learn your needs and provide a solution perfect for you, our Systems Specialist Lee Smith will meet with you and conduct a free, no-obligation security survey to ensure the Wicomico Teachers Essentials Package meets your needs. Once we know your concerns and understand the potential vulnerabilities of your property, we will schedule one of our technicians to install, test and demonstrate your system to you.
Many security companies want to sell you a package over the phone, but we believe seeing your home and hearing your concerns first hand is a crucial part of customizing the best solution for your home and your budget.
Our installations are backed up by our 24 hour, same day service should you ever need us. When a system is activated, signals are sent to our 24/7 monitoring facility where trained security professionals are standing by, ready to alert the appropriate emergency response. Plus, when you call our office you’ll speak to a professional ready to help. You’ll never get caught up in a call center loop at Alarm Engineering.
Do you have a home security system today that isn’t being monitored at all or is being monitored by another security company? No problem! You can still enjoy savings! We can probably monitor the security system you already have installed in your home. Our technician will come to your home to reprogram and test all your equipment at NO CHARGE!
Plus you’ll get your first 3 months FREE and our legendary customer service too. What do you have to lose?
Tell us a little bit about yourself and we answer all your questions about this offer. Don’t forget to enter WICOMICOTEACHERFREE in the promo code section below or give us a call at 410-546-2210.
*FREE system free cannot be combined with other offers and must include a standard agreement. New teachers only in Wicomico County, please.
You might think that smart devices are the definition of a smart home. Smart devices are an important part of building a smart home, but some smart devices alone doesn’t make a smart home.
Think of your favorite sports team. Each player has important and specialized skills, but they can only win games by working together.
The foundation of a good team is the coach. Throughout the game, the coach gets information from players and assistants to understand the big picture of what’s happening on the field. With this information, he can call the plays and makes sure each player contributes.
The true smart home has such a coach: your security system. Your security system controls every device in the home. It gathers intelligence from around the home and coordinates actions to make the home safer, smarter and more efficient.
You might not see what’s happening behind the scenes, but you will definitely notice the unique features and value that only a security-controlled smart home can deliver.
Video monitoring is a popular smart home security solution. Standalone smart cameras record motion-triggered clips of activity in the home and send them to the homeowner, providing valuable awareness of what’s going on.
An integrated video system can do more. The security system can tell the platform who disarmed the system or where important activity is happening, such as someone entering the back door. With this information the platform intelligently directs the camera to capture important activity and then alerts you with a video clip on your smart phone.
When the homeowner disarms the system, the camera doesn’t record. The platform enhances awareness when you’re away and privacy when you’re home.
A standalone smart thermostat knows when you walk in front of it. But that’s not a lot of information to decide whether it should make the entire home comfortable, or set back to save energy.
A smart home can trigger energy saving opportunities depending on where you are. For example, if you’re away the thermostat can automatically change to the ‘away’ temperature and the lights shut off if they were left on. This saves you money and time. You’re also not sacrificing comfort because when you are near home, the thermostat readjusts to a comfortable temperature, the lights come on and the door unlocks for you.
Smart devices can help protect your property. For example, a water sensor can alert you that a pipe is leaking in your second home hours away.
A smart home can go further and respond proactively. When the water sensor is triggered the platform immediately commands a connected water valve in the basement to shut off the home’s water.
And that’s just the beginning. While the standalone device offers value in each case, the platform is the key to multiplying their value and solving complex, real-life challenges for homeowners.
Tell us a little about yourself and we’ll perform a no charge security assessment today. Remember to use the promo code FIRSTMONTHFREE for extra savings.
Locally owned Alarm Engineering has been securing Delmarva since 1985. In that time, we have developed a reputation for integrity, reliability, and quality with our emphasis on superior service to our customers. We know you have many choices when it comes to your security system, so here are some things you should know about us.
Alarm Engineering is leading provider of electronic security systems and services in Delaware and the Eastern Shores of Maryland and Virginia. From integrated home security systems with home automation and video to large enterprise-level integrated systems and small business solutions, our highly trained and professional staff will get the job done right. As an Authorized Alarm.com dealer, we offer exclusive Crash and Smash technology, Geo-Fencing and LiftMaster Garage Control, and the Doorbell Camera as part of our Home Automation offerings.
For more about what sets us apart from the crowd, click here or give us a call at 410.546.2210. But don’t just take our word for it: check out our five star Google Reviews.
If your home security system is only used to secure personal property only, it falls under the IRS’ list of nondeductible expenses.
However, if you claim a home office or use your home for a business like a child care facility, you may also be able to claim a portion of your home security system. As with most home office expenses, you must regularly and exclusively use the home office for business. If your home business is a daycare, there are other requirements as the portion of the home doesn’t have to be exclusively used for business.
The IRS states that if you “install a security system that protects all the doors and windows of your home, you can deduct the business part of the expenses you incur to maintain and monitor the system. You also can take a depreciation deduction for the part of the cost of the security system relating to the business use of your home.” Since the tricky part of this is the exclusivity for business, please discuss in detail with your accountant or tax advisor.
Because your alarm system is professionally monitored, this cost also falls into the umbrella of your home security system tax deduction according to Safewise. Read the full Safewise article here.
Of course our expertise is security and life safety, so please confirm all information in this article with your chosen tax professional!
We’re looking to help you save money in other ways. Our Customer Loyalty Rewards program offers big savings to current customers towards upgrading your current home security system.
Did you know you may qualify for home insurance discounts due to your monitored security system? Check with your home insurance carrier for all the details.
If you’re with another alarm company or looking for a no-cost security assessment, tell us a bit about you and remember to use FIRSTMONTHFREE for extra savings.
Locally owned Alarm Engineering has been securing Delmarva since 1985. In that time, we have earned our reputation for integrity, reliability, and quality with our emphasis on superior service to our customers. We know you have choices when it comes to your security system, so here are some things you should know about our team.
Alarm Engineering is leading provider of electronic security systems and services in Delaware and the Eastern Shores of Maryland and Virginia. From integrated home security systems with home automation and video to large enterprise-level integrated systems and small business solutions, our highly trained and professional staff will get the job done right. As an Authorized Alarm.com dealer, we offer exclusive Crash and Smash technology, Geo-Fencing and LiftMaster Garage Control, and the Doorbell Camera as part of our Home Automation offerings.
For more about what sets us apart from the crowd, click here or give us a call at 410.546.2210. But don’t just take our word for it: check out our five star Google Reviews.
Just like medical professionals suggest you get a periodic physical to identify possible issues with your health, we recommend periodic testing of your alarm system, at least annually but even as often as monthly.
We highly recommend testing your system immediately if you have:
This test will cover two important system communication checks:
Before you test your system, make sure to let us know you plan on testing it.
You have now tested your system! As always, our service professionals are here 24/7 to answer any questions you may have.
This is a great time to think about who is contacted when your alarm sounds. You created your call list when we initially installed your system. Do you remember who is on your call list?
Many of our customers set their call list more than twenty years ago! We recommend checking your call list at least every couple of years to be sure the information is up to date. Remember to have your Account ID or Passcode handy when you call our office, or complete this online form so we can validate your identity.
We recommend listing yourself and any close neighbors or family you trust to be able to check on your property at any time or the day or night.
Each person on your call list should:
Your passcode is a single word designated by you that is able to declare a false alarm. Your Account ID is a unique series of numbers and letters provided to you on installation day on black and white cards the size of a business card. Keep this Account ID safe as knowledge of this ID will allow the bearer to make any changes or updates to your account by calling our office or completing this online form. If you haven’t assigned an account passcode or if you don’t remember what it is, just call our office with your Account ID and we can either remind you or change it: 410-546-2210.
If you aren’t yet an Alarm Engineering customer, experience the customer service difference a local, expert team offers. We’ve been serving your friends and neighbors since 1985.
Been thinking about upgrading your alarm system? Take advantage of savings with our customer loyalty program.
Are you unhappy with your current alarm company or looking for a no-charge, no hassle security assessment? Tell us a little about yourself and remember to use the FIRSTMONTHFREE promo code to save even more.
Locally owned Alarm Engineering has been securing Delmarva since 1985. In that time, we have earned our reputation for integrity, reliability, and quality with our emphasis on superior service to our customers. We know you have choices when it comes to your security system, so here are some things you should know about our team.
Alarm Engineering is leading provider of electronic security systems and services in Delaware and the Eastern Shores of Maryland and Virginia. From integrated home security systems with home automation and video to large enterprise-level integrated systems and small business solutions, our highly trained and professional staff will get the job done right. As an Authorized Alarm.com dealer, we offer exclusive Crash and Smash technology, Geo-Fencing and LiftMaster Garage Control, and the Doorbell Camera as part of our Home Automation offerings.
For more about what sets us apart from the crowd, click here or give us a call at 410.546.2210. But don’t just take our word for it: check out our five star Google Reviews.
Daylight Saving Time is here once again. Follow these quick tips to make sure your security, video, access and fire equipment stay up to date.
Your security system records alarms and events, so it’s important that your system’s internal clock is accurate. If you use our suite of interactive services, your system will update automatically and you don’t need to lift a finger. If your system is monitored by a standard telephone line, you may need to update the time manually. All systems are a little different, so if you don’t have your manual handy, call our office and our team can walk you through updating the time on your panel.
As with your security system, video and access control equipment has an internal clock and the time may need to be set manually to make sure your event recording displays the correct time. If you aren’t sure what to do, just call our team and we will walk you through it.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission urges annual battery replacement at Daylight Savings Time for all electrician-installed or DIY smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. If your smoke or carbon monoxide detectors are monitored by Alarm Engineering, don’t worry about guessing when the batteries are low as we will alert you with a text, email or phone call. If you don’t want to get that phone call (which can happen any time of the day or night) when your batteries are low, we can update your account to send you a text or email alert for non-dispatch events like low battery alerts. Click here to update online or call our office with your Account ID and we will be happy to update your account preferences.
No matter what type of fire or security system you have, we always recommend testing your system on a regular basis. If we are monitoring your equipment, call our office and we can put your system on test and walk you through the process: 410-546-2210.
Locally owned Alarm Engineering has been securing Delmarva since 1985. In that time, we have earned our reputation for integrity, reliability, and quality with our emphasis on superior service to our customers. We know you have choices when it comes to your security system, so here are some things you should know about our team.
Alarm Engineering is leading provider of electronic security systems and services in Delaware and the Eastern Shores of Maryland and Virginia. From integrated home security systems with home automation and video to large enterprise-level integrated systems and small business solutions, our highly trained and professional staff will get the job done right. As an Authorized Alarm.com dealer, we offer exclusive Crash and Smash technology, Geo-Fencing and LiftMaster Garage Control, and the Doorbell Camera as part of our Home Automation offerings.
For more about what sets us apart from the crowd, click here or give us a call at 410-546-2210. But don’t just take our word for it: check out our five star Google Reviews.
Helping Delmarva Update – Salisbury Urban Ministries Recently, Alarm Engineering donated and installed a security system at Salisbury Urban Ministries after a break-in they experienced. Salisbury Urban Ministries services Wicomico, Worcester and Somerset counties and their Mission is to develop and implement programs that serve and minister to the needs of materially impoverished people and to promote concern for racial understanding and appreciation of all people regardless of their economic condition.
If you haven’t heard of them, SUM began in 1992 after clergy and laity met together to develop programs for the community’s materially impoverished. SUM became a United Way Agency in 2000 and received the Community Foundation’s Richard A. Henson Foundation Award for Excellence in 2001. In June of 2011, SUM received the Kim Jefferson Award for outstanding urban ministry.
If you want to learn more or submit your donation request to Alarm Engineering’s Helping Delmarva program.
Systems Specialist Lee Smith worked closely with Salisbury Urban Ministries to ensure the system met their needs.
Locally owned Alarm Engineering has been securing Delmarva since 1985. In that time, we have earned our reputation for integrity, reliability, and quality with our emphasis on superior service to our customers. We know you have choices when it comes to your security system, so here are some things you should know about our team.
Alarm Engineering is leading provider of electronic security systems and services in Delaware and the Eastern Shores of Maryland and Virginia. From integrated home security systems with home automation and video to large enterprise-level integrated systems and small business solutions, our highly trained and professional staff will get the job done right. As an Authorized Alarm.com dealer, we offer exclusive Crash and Smash technology, Geo-Fencing and LiftMaster Garage Control, and the Doorbell Camera as part of our Home Automation offerings.
For more about what sets us apart from the crowd, click here or give us a call at 410-546-2210. But don’t just take our word for it: check out our five star Google Reviews.
Long-time customer Riverside Pharmacy needed an upgrade to their current analog surveillance systems. We were thrilled to provide a new IP camera solution that uses their existing cabling infrastructure and gives the IP video they were looking for. Most IP cameras are compatible with CAT 5 or 6 networking cables, so all new cables usually need to be run when a customer wanted to upgrade to IP video. Now, with this exiting state of the art technology, we were able to provide an IP solution to Riverside Pharmacy while saving them money.
Here’s what Melissa at Riverside Pharmacy said about her recent upgrade experience:
Look at these before and after photos!
Learn more about video solutions for your home or business here or contact our team for a free on-site estimate.
Locally owned Alarm Engineering has been securing Delmarva since 1985. In that time, we have earned our reputation for integrity, reliability, and quality with our emphasis on superior service to our customers. We know you have choices when it comes to your security system, so here are some things you should know about our team.
Alarm Engineering is leading provider of electronic security systems and services in Delaware and the Eastern Shores of Maryland and Virginia. From integrated home security systems with home automation and video to large enterprise-level integrated systems and small business solutions, our highly trained and professional staff will get the job done right. As an Authorized Alarm.com dealer, we offer exclusive Crash and Smash technology, Geo-Fencing and LiftMaster Garage Control, and the Doorbell Camera as part of our Home Automation offerings.
For more about what sets us apart from the crowd, click here or give us a call at 410-546-2210. But don’t just take our word for it: check out our five star Google Reviews.
Your Notification List, or Call List is a vital tool for us to effectively communicate with you about events on your property. This list tells our central station who should be notified in the event that the security or fire alarm is activated, in the order they should be contacted.
You created your call list when we initially installed your system. Do you remember who is on your call list?
Many customers set their call list years ago! We recommend checking your call list at least every couple of years to be sure the information is up to date. Remember to have your Account ID/Passcode handy when you call our office so we can validate your identity or update your call list here.
We recommend listing yourself and any close neighbors or family you trust to be able to check on your property at any time or the day or night.
Each person on your call list should:
Your passcode is a single word designated by you that is able to declare a false alarm. Your Account ID is a series of unique numbers and letters provided to you on installation day on black and white cards. Keep this Account ID safe as knowledge of this ID will allow the bearer to make any changes or updates to your account by calling our office. If you haven’t assigned an account passcode or if you don’t remember what it is, just call our office with your Account ID and we can either remind you or change it: 410-546-2210.
If you aren’t an Alarm Engineering customer yet, experience the customer service difference a local, expert team offers. We’ve been serving our friends and neighbors since 1985. Tell us a little about you and use FIRSTMONTHFREE Promo Code for additional savings.
Locally owned Alarm Engineering has been securing Delmarva since 1985. In that time, we have earned our reputation for integrity, reliability, and quality with our emphasis on superior service to our customers. We know you have choices when it comes to your security system, so here are some things you should know about our team.
Alarm Engineering is leading provider of electronic security systems and services in Delaware and the Eastern Shores of Maryland and Virginia. From integrated home security systems with home automation and video to large enterprise-level integrated systems and small business solutions, our highly trained and professional staff will get the job done right. As an Authorized Alarm.com dealer, we offer exclusive Crash and Smash technology, Geo-Fencing and LiftMaster Garage Control, and the Doorbell Camera as part of our Home Automation offerings.
For more about what sets us apart from the crowd, click here or give us a call at 410-546-2210. But don’t just take our word for it: check out our five star Google Reviews.