25 August 2021 - Lara Velasco
Featured in: Market Insights, Intrusion detection
Villas and high-end residential properties face many security threats, from burglaries and luxury car theft to unwanted trespassers invading the owners privacy. With an increase in specialist and targeted holiday home break ins, and, according to the latest reports, criminal networks are now also taking advantage of the pandemic.
Fences and gates are the most common first line of defence, but more sophisticated security technologies are available to ensure any intruders are detected at the perimeter line, giving extra time for homeowners to react (if they are home) and for security staff to take necessary action.
The key advantage of sensors is they are not affected by changes in light level and can detect intruders even in total darkness. If there is any attempt to disable or tamper the sensors, they will also raise an alert.
The reliability of detection benefits the overall security system, as our sensors can be connected to a wired or wireless intrusion alarm panel to trigger an alarm, an audio system to release a recorded or live voice message, or a CCTV system so an intrusion can be visually verified.
There are a number of technologies available to suit every type of residential security project. Active Infrared beams (AIR) can be placed at the top of a fence or wall to alert of anyone climbing over. To protect the fence line, Fibre Optic sensors can alert if there is any damage to the line, such as an intruder trying to cut it, climb over or even crawl under it. REDSCAN Pro LiDAR sensors allow to create a virtual wall in the perimeter and can also warn of suspicious movement close to the fence line, as well as tracking intruders within the property.
