Frequently Asked Questions


Does installing an alarm cause damage to my decorations?

No not at all, our installers have been installing alarms for many years, and know how to install the equipment quickly, efficiently and as unobtrusive as possible.We use cavity walls whenever possible to run cables.This ensures the highest possible installation with virtually no wires, we also install the latest wire free systems, call us for a free quote

Why choose Select Security Systems?

The type of alarm and other electronic security solutions you choose is very important. However, if you want it to be effective and meet the requirements of your insurer or the police, it is important that the system is installed and maintained in accordance with the required standards by a competent installation company. Many companies or individuals will tell you they can install an alarm, often cheaply, but are they:-

  • capable of meeting the standards of workmanship and service you would expect?
  • properly security vetting all relevant staff to British Standards?
  • operating a 24 hour call out service and able to respond within 4 hours?
  • fully insured?
  • completing a thorough security survey and risk assessment of your property?
  • installing reliable, up to date equipment?
  • issuing you with a Specification for your system?
  • offering you a maintenance contract?
  • meeting the stringent requirements of the police or your insurer?
We are specialists in the Alarm/CCTV market, If we do not offer a particular product you can be assured that there is a very good reason why. Alarms and CCTV is not an "add on" of our business, it is what we are and what we do, quite simply we are the best.

I have laminated floors upstairs. Does this cause a problem?

Our installer can not lift laminate floors to put cables under the floorboards. If you have any floors that cannot be lifted then we suggest the use wirless technology

We fit the best technology available, Scantronic - Texecom - Optex

I have pets, will the alarm still work?

Yes. Some companies will sell you a "Pet tollerant" detector, these are what they say pet tollerant, they may and will set your alarm off now and then. If you have pets we prefer to use 'Vibration' detectors. Vibration detectors will detect intruders before they enter, and you will suffer no false alarms

What back up service is there?

We have engineers who are dedicated to servicing and installing alarms. Operating from Leeds we can give you quick efficient service at all times.

What guarantee do I get?

All systems come with a full 12 months guarantee, which includes parts and labour. After 12 months have elapsed you have the option to extend your warranty for another 12 months.