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Home Security Alarm Best Practices Buy only the home security alarm features that you need. Buy the alarm system that you will use every day. Buy a quality home security alarm system and only cry once. Use a local alarm installer for access to service and repairs. Interview by Grant Clauser with The Wirecutter. Podcast Time Stamps: [01:00] -- Misconceptions about home security alarm being burglar-proof. [03:05] -- Interview begins with Grant Clouser at The Wirecutter. [03:50] -- Home Security Alarm is a box with circuit boards and wires. [06:15] -- Alarm sensors monitor every window, door, and interior space. [10:00] -- Quality of alarm components can vary so beware of discounts. [11:00] -- Home security alarm systems have a high false-alarm rate. [12:30] -- Police respond to 95% false alarms. Will issue citations for abuse. [13:50] -- Hire a local good installer that offers repair and maintenance. [17:25] -- How reliable are the inexpensive wireless alarm systems? [18:30] -- How can you eva