Fires are devastating events that can destroy homes and property in minutes and threaten the lives of occupants. While you can take precautions to prevent fires to some extent, it is wise to invest in a reliable fire alarm system as an early warning measure. A properly installed and maintained fire alarm can alert you to fires quickly, giving you …

With an unmonitored system, calling 911 yourself to alert the fire department is necessary. This requires time and false alarms can drain emergency services agencies of vital resources. Monitoring allows detecting devices to notify a 24-hour security central station, which in turn alerts local authorities of impending danger and helps evacuate and focus on getting to safety as quickly as …