How to Choose a Home Security System for Terraced Homes

In terms of choosing a home security system, terraced homes are somewhere between a flat and a detached house.

For instance, terraced homeowners or renters might have front and back gardens as well as multiple entry points to consider, but they’ll also have to take their neighbours’ privacy into consideration, same as for a flat.

Below, we’ve created a step-by-step guide to finding the best home security system for your terraced property, whether you own it or rent it.

First, Conduct a Home Assessment

All homes are different, so it’s important to nail down your property’s intrinsic characteristics to find a security system that fits it perfectly.

At Verisure, you’ll be accompanied by a security professional at this stage of the process, who will assess your home and provide advice about choosing and placing devices.

Consider its Location

Whether you live in an urban or rural area should influence the security devices you opt for. For example, in a city where crime is more likely but law enforcement is nearer, you may prioritise visual deterrents such as external signs. In a quieter, more remote area, a burglar alarm with a siren might be more useful to alert neighbours of a potential intrusion.

Think About the Layout

How many entry points does your terraced house have? Are there multiple doors, many ground-floor windows? Do you have a front or back garden to protect? The answer to all of these questions will influence the type of home security system you should choose.

As well as being designed in collaboration with a security consultant, Verisure security systems are professionally installed by experienced engineers who know exactly where to place each device.

Take Your Neighbours into Account

In a terraced home, your neighbours are right next to your property, which may have a bearing on what types of security devices you can use. You may have to seek permission to install an outdoor camera if it captures part of their garden or property. If that is the case, ensure your camera complies with GDPR rules about storing video footage.

Do You Own or Rent the Property?

Owners and renters can both install a home security system, but renters may face restrictions depending on their tenancy agreement. Hard-wired devices that require drilling may not be allowed.

All Verisure home security systems are wireless and can be installed or removed without leaving a trace, making them suitable for rented homes.

Choose the Best Security Devices for Your Terraced House

The range of home security devices available can be overwhelming. Here are some top picks suitable for terraced homes:

• External deterrent signs – an effective way to deter intruders before they even try to break in.
• Outdoor security cameras with motion-activated floodlights – one of the best deterrents. The Arlo XL Outdoor Wireless Security Camera offers a wide field of view to protect your gardens, but must be positioned carefully to avoid filming neighbours.
• Door and window shock sensors – detect vibrations from attempted break-ins and are especially useful for terraced homes with multiple ground-floor entry points.
• Indoor security cameras – help capture evidence for law enforcement or insurance companies. Models such as the Verisure Arlo Indoor Security Camera include infrared night vision and motion detection.

Choose Your Monitoring Type

Home security devices generally fall into two categories: self-monitored or professionally monitored systems.

Self-monitored systems alert you via your smartphone when triggered, but if you’re asleep or away, you may miss the notification.

Verisure home security systems are all professionally monitored and any alarm activation alerts their 24/7 Alarm Receiving Centre, which responds within 45 seconds. Depending on the situation, they can dispatch security guards, alert law enforcement, or contact emergency services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the best home security system for a terraced house?

A combination of deterrents (signs, outdoor cameras, floodlights), sensors, and cameras is ideal for terrs if you have a professionally installed and monitored system.

However, some policies require using approved installers or a minimum alarm grade, so always check with your insurer.