What to consider when building a DIY home security systemProtect your home on your own terms with your own equipment.
Home security is as important as ever, and with all of the home automation equipment available that can help keep your abode secure, you may be opting to DIY your security system instead of going with a stock option from a monitoring service.
If you're thinking of building your own system, there are a few things you should consider before going out and buying all the bells and whistles (literally).
The basic building blocks
Other things to consider
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The basic building blocks
There's a lot that can go into a DIY home security system. You can build your system well beyond what you'd get from companies like Brinks (you could also probably make more believable commercials). That being said, there are certain pillars of home security to consider right off the hop.
Sensors
The first thing most folks probably think about when it comes to a home security system is an alarm. You need something to trigger ...
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What to consider when building a DIY home security system
