Monitored Fire Protection - Why it is So Important

According to a new study by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), home fires account for 92 percent of fire deaths that occur in structures, causing an average of 2,840 civilian deaths each year.

Perhaps you are saying to yourself, "I already have a smoke alarm in my home and I test it regularly, so I'm okay."

It is true that all homes are required to come equipped with working smoke alarms. Many times electricians install these devices. So what is the difference between that and "monitored" fire protection?

Monitored fire protection means that the smoke alarms installed by an alarm company are connected to a security panel and contact the proper authorities when the device is tripped.

There are many benefits to having a monitored smoke alarm. One is that your home, valuable and pets are more protected while you are away. If a fire breaks out while you are at work, the fire department will be immediately notified. Another reason is that many insurance companies provide extra discounts of off your homeowners insurance if you have monitored security and fire in your home.

To read more on the benefits of monitored fire protection, visit the Atronic Alarms' web site.