Door and window sensors

I've just seen a magazine article on Yale door and window sensors. Do you think these are a good alternative to a burglar alarm?

Asked by Joyce on 13th Nov 2022
Expert Trade Answers
"Yes but its not a gtade 2 alarm . With an slarm you grt alarm notifications to your mobile"
Answered on 14th Nov 2022 - Member since Oct 2014 - report
"Hi Joyce,

Yale and Swann etc are DIY kits, Security installers prefer not to install these, some do but most don’t.

However, If they are designed to do a certain job then I suppose they can be used, if they claim to be a window/door sensor, they should do that job.

Hope that helps

Steve"
Answered on 13th Nov 2022 - Member since Sep 2019 - report
"Hi Alan here , we only install insurance approved grade 2 equipment, yale is not approved by any governing body such as the NSI or SSAIB , reason being is its absolute rubbish , its cheap for a reason"
Answered on 14th Nov 2022 - Member since Jun 2022 - report
"They are good for what they do, but for the extra security I would go for both alarm and door and window sensors"
Answered on 13th Nov 2022 - Member since Sep 2020 - report
"I have used the Ring system before and that is very effective. Only downside to the independent sensors is they don't alert you remotely unlike a traditional wireless system they act as a deterrent though."
Answered on 13th Nov 2022 - Member since May 2022 - report
"They do the job of alerting you if they are ever opened so they are a good option I guess, a cheaper alternative, take care Link Electrical Leicester"
Answered on 15th Nov 2022 - Member since Aug 2022 - report
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