Alarms Frequently Asked Questions

Why install a home alarm system?
Unfortunately, break-ins and home burglaries are among the most common crimes committed in Australia. It is estimated that around one in four Australian households have been burgled; that number increases to one in three in capital cities. Modern's home alarm systems provide comprehensive security for your home, ensuring protection for your most valuable assets.

What are the financial benefits of a home security system?
A back-to-base Modern home security system makes your home three times less vulnerable to break-ins. Not only does this mean you are far less likely to lose valuable possessions, it also means that you may qualify for a reduction in home insurance premiums.

How do Modern home alarm systems protect your family and possessions?
Modern provide a wide range of home security solutions to protect the things that are most precious to you.
Prevent break-ins.
Alert the authorities.
Notify you of potential threats to you and your property.
Gain the attention of neighbours and any potential witnesses nearby.
Scare off criminals before they have a chance to steal from or damage your property.

Does Modern offer home alarm installation?
All of Modern alarm systems include installation by our licensed, highly-skilled technicians.

Do home security systems need to be hard wired?
No! Modern is pleased to offer the Envoy Wireless Security System, an ideal solution for those who are renting or living in temporary housing or density housing.

Do Modern offer monitored home alarm systems?
Yes. Back-to-Base alarm systems from Modern are monitored by Chubb Security, Australia's largest security monitoring company. Modern's Back-to-Base monitored alarms can also provide access to emergency services.

Does Modern provide other security products?
Yes, Modern offers several security solutions in addition to back-to-base and home alarms.
Emergency panic buttons that can be installed discretely around the home to be triggered to notify others.
Look C Video Intercom that allows you to see and communicate with anyone at your door.
Personal Attack Alarms - small systems to be kept in your handbag or in the car – that, when activated, will alert people with an audible siren.

What is the point of external strobes and sirens?
Visible home security systems such as external strobes and sirens on the home can deter many criminals. If the intruder is not deterred, these alarms will be activated during the break-in, disrupting the intruder and alerting potential witnesses.

If I lose a wireless remote to my home alarm system, do I need to replace all of my remotes?
No. Modern's licensed technicians can delete individual remotes from the system rendering them useless. Therefore, your home remains secure while a replacement remote is organised.

How do I arrange installation of a Modern home alarm system?
As one of Australia's largest home security companies for the last 35 years, Modern have safely secured thousands of Australians with our state-of-the-art home alarm systems. Simply enquire online or call today to benefit from Modern's expertise and gain peace-of-mind knowing your home is protected, safe and secure.

What is the point of external strobes and sirens?
Strobes and sirens on the exterior of a home serve many purposes. As a first line of defence, simply seeing the physical system itself can be enough of a deterrent for many criminals. In the event they continue with the break-in the alarm brings attention to your property, scaring off the intruder and alerting potential witnesses.

Do I need a video intercom?
If you are concerned about unwanted visitors and would like the option of being able to screen people from a safe distance, a video intercom could be a good solution for you. Installable at front doors and on gates, these systems allow you to see who is ringing the doorbell and communicate with them if you choose.

How do I know how many sensors I need in my home?
The number of sensors you require will depend on the layout and size of your home. Identify points of entry to your home and plan where to best capture motion from intruders – Modern's highly-skilled staff can assist you with this. All Modern Streamline Security Systems come with two sensors as standard and in many cases, this will be enough.

What can I do to protect my windows?
In addition to locks and shutters, windows can be further protected with a reed switch. These can be installed discreetly on doors and windows that are not in sight of a sensor, to provide extra security to the perimeter of your home. Reed switches create a connection when the door or window is closed that sounds an alarm when broken.

What is a 'Back-to-Base' alarm?
A Back-to-Base alarm system is a surveillance system that is observed and attended to by a security company. Modern's Back-to-Base alarm systems are monitored by Australia's largest monitoring company - Chubb Security – providing our customers with complete peace-of-mind.

How do security systems save me money?
Insurance companies understand that homes with security systems are significantly less likely to be broken into than those without. Not only will a security system safeguard your valuables and protect your family, you may be eligible for insurance discounts based on how secure your home is.

If I lose a wireless remote to my security system, do I need to replace all of my remotes?
No. Simply make a service call to Modern and will disable the lost remote so you can keep your home secure while we arrange for a replacement to be sent.

Can I operate any other Modern products using my wireless security remote?
Yes! Modern's wireless remotes can also be programmed to open and close your Modern garage doors, lightening the load on your keychain.