Common Security System Repairs
Repairs are common, no matter which safety system you have. Whether your commercial or residential property uses a monitored alarm system or just relies on basic security, there will be many repairs to encounter. Knowing about the most common security system repairs allows you to help prevent and resolve them in a timely fashion and help you avoid having to replace your system entirely.
Here are some common security system repairs you should know about:
Security System Not Responding
Alarm Sounding Randomly
Closed Circuit Camera Flashing
Keypad Not Functioning
Monitoring Lights Problems
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Security System Not Responding
One of the most common reasons your system is not responding is the batteries need replacing. If that doesn’t work, then you may have to try rebooting your system. However, if you’re still facing issues, it may be tied to your power supply. You can try resetting your circuit breaker and see if that triggers your alarm to turn back on.
Alarm Sounding Randomly
When your alarm is randomly going off, that’s usually a sign of dead batteries or batteries getting low. The alarm sounds to make you aware that there is a problem. Generally, your batteries will last two to five years.
Closed Circuit Camera Flashing
If you notice the camera on your security alarm is blinking or flashing, that usually means there’s a 12-volt transformer failure, which is the power system used to provide video. When this happens, examine power cables and outlets to make sure everything is receiving the power it needs before checking the 12V components.
Keypad Not Functioning
If the keypad of your security system isn’t functioning properly, there could be a blown fuse or tripped circuit. Sometimes, the typical “turn off and on again” technique is your solution. If not, you’ll need to call your security company to have a specialist look at your system.
Monitoring Light Problems
You can easily check that your bulbs are working by checking them one at a time. Otherwise, flickering could be caused by something as simple as an old bulb, or as serious as power supply issues. But if the lights won’t turn on at all? It’s likely that there are either larger problems with your power supply, or that the light itself is busted.
Trust NCA Alarms for Your Security System Repair Needs
Whether it's the battery that needs to be changed or the system is not working at all, you will want to get them fixed right away to ensure that your property is secure at all times. Regular maintenance is necessary if you want to keep your systems operating for as long as possible.