Americans are starting DIY projects and working in their backyards, so it may be a good idea to consider improving outdoor security.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Justice Statistics in 2008, U.S. homes were victims of 16.3 Million property crimes including burglary and robbery. While many people believe that a home security system makes it safer, outdated technology can make it less secure.
Take outdoor motion sensor lighting. Burglars will try to avoid detection. Therefore, well-lit yards and driveways can be deterred. Motion sensor lighting makes a good investment. For the past 20 years, motion sensor lighting has used Passive Infrared technology. This detects heat coming from moving objects. The problem? The problem?
Temperature and wind can trigger PIR sensors. PIR sensors can be activated by windblown leaves. However, they may not detect burglars on cold nights. The PIR motion sensor lights are unable to detect side-to-side movement. A burglar can only approach a house if he moves in a straight line towards the PIR light.
One new motion sensor light, however, combines Doppler radar with PIR to provide more reliable home security. Cooper Lighting uses Doppler Radar to cover areas where PIR motion sensor fail. Doppler Radar enables the motion sensor lights to cover a wider range. Doppler radar doesn’t sense temperature and can detect people approaching the home. Doppler Radar is able to detect people moving in straight lines towards or away.
You can protect your home by upgrading a motion sensor lighting. Low-tech DIY solutions include adding heavier doors and deadlocks and removing large hedges which burglars may use to conceal.
Visit Precision Plus Doppler Radar to learn more www.precisionplusdopplerradar.com.
