There are two fundamental differences between traditional home security and DIY home security. The first is the need for a service technician and the second is long term service agreements.

When most people think of home security, they most likely think of involving a big name security company that will send a professional technician out to their home for a complex and often expensive system. This process would require several hours of running wires, drilling holes, and setting up intrusive equipment.

Cove is striving to change the way that people think about and view home security by providing a unique contrast to the more traditional security approach. How is Cove’s DIY Security System different?

The answer is simple, we remove the two most expensive and potentially negative aspects of home security, and provide you with equipment that effectively protects your home and family. Being completely wireless, our system requires no special tools, long connective wires, or training to install. This means we don’t have to schedule a technician to come out and visit your home. You can rest easy knowing that instead of scheduling an appointment with a tech that may be weeks away, you can have your system installed and ready to use a few short days after ordering. You also don’t have to take an entire day off of work for the installation process. Instead, a simple 30 minute self installation will get your home protected without the headache.

On top of the ease of installation, we have removed the long service agreement or contract that is also common in the industry. Now it is easier than ever to get a security system without damaging your home and without being locked into an expensive five year service agreement.

Cove offers simple, non-intrusive, security equipment that is wireless and easy to install.

The DIY home security system equipment offered includes:

• The Alarm Panel: a touch screen panel that communicates to all of your devices and reports to our operating center via cellular communication for an effective and secure connection.
• Door and Window Sensors: a two part device which placed upon a door or window will signal your panel in the event your door or window is opened.
• Glass Break Sensor: a small, high intensity, microphone which detects the distinct frequency of glass shattering. Designed to alert your system in the event of a broken window or glass door.
• Motion Detector: an infrared light based detector which will monitor open spaces and regulate unnatural movement within your home.
• Smoke and CO Detector: a highly sensitive device that will detect the presence of smoke or high density dust particles. As well as detect the presence of Carbon Monoxide which is undetectable to humans and can be deadly.

We understand that not every home is the same which means every home must be protected using different equipment. This is why Cove has designed a system which perfectly adapts to your needs. Our array of equipment allows you to equip your home with no more and no less than what is needed so you are not overburdened with too much or left with too little.

Best home security practices recommend that you address a variety of threats to your home that protect you against natural and unnatural attacks. The DIY security equipment includes: door sensors, window sensors, glass break detectors, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, medical alert buttons, flood and motion sensors, and remote activation key fobs. Choosing what is right for your home begins with protecting your ground level.

Door and window sensors use the same device and can be used interchangeably. These devices are designed for one simple task; trigger an alarm if a door or window is opened when it should have been. A door sensor should be placed on every door which grants access to your home. Most homes have a front, back, and garage door. Ensuring that these major points of access are secure is considered the first step in setting up a basic home security system.

Window sensors do not need to be placed on every window; however, windows on the ground floor of your home can all be targets for burglars. To make full use of your security system, ensuring that all potential access points a burglar can use to enter your home are secure is recommended.

Rooms with a single window, including bedrooms, are great places for window sensors. Any rooms with multiple windows can be covered using a glass break sensor. This will reduce the total number of sensors needed while ensuring maximum protection.

Using door, window, and glass break sensors are a great way to prevent an intruder from entering your home unnoticed.

Also, you are most likely interested in including Cove’s other security equipment like our smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, and flood sensors. Here are some basic guidelines and tips that can help you make the most informed decision regarding what you will need for your home.

Since most state and local laws already require that all buildings and homes have smoke detectors in every room, you most likely have dozens of the devices around. This may beg the question, what would be the purpose and benefit of installing a smart smoke detector?

First, the Cove smoke detector is directly connected to the alarm panel and can alert the fire department of an emergency at the same time it alerts you and your family to the danger. This way, you can focus on ensuring you and your family are safe, and Cove can take care of contacting the fire department.

Secondly, our smoke detectors have a built in CO detector for increased security. Carbon Monoxide (CO) is the silent killer and with modern homes using more natural gas appliances than ever, CO leaks are more common. You can add a level of precaution to your home by placing a Smoke and CO detector by gas powered appliances such as your water heater, a kitchen stove, or gas lit fireplace. Placing a smoke detector in rooms such as the kitchen, living room, furnace room, and large open spaces will help grant you the most coverage.

Like most who install security systems, you are most likely wondering about getting a camera or two. Not only is it a great way to keep an eye on children and pets when you are away; but it is an amazing tool that can let you see your home anywhere you are, right from the palm of your hand.

The Cove Smart App is available for both apple and android devices and will let you monitor your system and access your cove cameras wherever you’re connected to the internet. Pretty Neat!

Cove security products were designed for simplicity. The system is completely wireless, removing any need for running wires or using special tools. You can set up the system in minutes. Special adhesives are added to the back of sensors which allow you to peel and stick them to any door or window. Larger devices like motion detectors, smoke alarms, or CO detectors can be secured to the walls or ceiling with an additional screw to ensure they stay in place. But most importantly, the panel can be simply set up on a table or stuck to the wall near a power outlet. Once you set up the sensors, you can plug in the system, and you’re practically ready to go

The average individual can set up a new security system in under 30 minutes. It’s that easy. For those who may have more sensors or a larger home, it may take a bit longer to place the sensors.

To make installation faster and easier, take a bit of time to think about where you want to set up the system before you take the equipment out of the box. Knowing which doors and windows will have sensors, which walls or ceilings will be fitted with detectors, and where you might be putting those flood sensors, will save you more time than anything else.

If you are interested in learning about the optimal locations for any of our devices, check out the product pages which will give you information and diagrams to help you make an educated decision.

If you find that you are having a hard time setting up the system, no worries. Cove is here to help! Our service center is full of customer service professionals, armed with the knowledge and expertise to help. They can offer you guidance, tech support, and even answer questions regarding product placement or product questions.

As well, each Cove Security System ships to you in a box with simple to read diagrams that will show you step by step how to set up the system.