Questions
What are my chances of being a victim of a burglary
Source: Home Office British Crime Survey 2003-04 released in July 2005.
- A home is burgled in the UK every 20 seconds.
- There were 943,000 reported domestic burglaries in 2003-04.
- 1 in 30 houses were affected by at least one domestic burglary.
- Property crime account for 78% of all reported crime.
- A house with no security is 7 times more likely to have an attempted burglary.
- 50% of homeoweners were at home when the burglary took place, and violence was used in 55% of those cases. Using the SAS detector system this could have been detected before the intruder gained access.
- 80% of all victims were emotionally effected by the break in.
- 22% of all break in victims live in fear of happening again.
- Only 28% of homeowners have an alarm on their property.
- Having no home security is the biggest factor in determining if you home is broken into.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How quickly can I have an alarm installed?
A. SAS recognise that having made the wise decision to secure your home it is essential that your security needs are met promptly and efficiently. An SAS alarm system can normally be fitted and activated in your home by a fully qualified engineer within 48 hours of your order.Q. Can I take the system with me if I move ?
Q. Can I take the system with me if I move ? A. If we have service and police cover in the area you’re moving too, yes. SAS engineers must remove and refit the system and the customer will be charged installation price only. In reality, the incoming occupant usually wants the alarm and will negotiate a price with our customer. The Lifetime guarantee is transferable to the incoming occupant.Q. What happens if I have an extension built or have new doors or windows fitted?
A. As our alarms systems are wireless existing detectors can be moved easily or additional detectors added in order to maintain levels of security throughout your home.Q. Can I have the alarm on when I’m at home?
A. The alarm system can be set to have certain zones or sensors omitted in order to provide protection from intrusion while you are at home.Q. Will my system false alarm?
A. The vast majority of false alarms are due to poor installation or inferior equipment. As SAS only use fully trained engineers and install equipment of the highest quality our systems probably have one of the lowest false activation rates available.Q. What happens if there is a power cut?
A. The SAS control panel has a back-up battery that will operate the system in alarm condition for at least eight hours, (more likely 20 hours), and when the mains power comes back on it simply recharges the battery. If the power cut is a particularly long one and the battery should start to run low, the system will advise us and we will contact the customer, or if they are not available, one of their keyholders.Q. How do I change my key holders details?
A. Its simple. Just call SAS on 0161 431 9098 with your changes. Make sure to tell your key holders what to do in case they receive a call from us. You need to confirm the changes in writing.Q What happens if I recommend a friend?
A. Because a company grows on recommendations once an order is placed we will reward you with £100.
