NCJ Number
84403
Date Published
1981
Length
510 pages
Annotation
This guide illustrates a wide range of products for preventing burglaries, vehicle thefts, and fire or lightning damage. Homeowners can improve their security using a security checklist and do-it-yourself installation procedures.
Abstract
The text pictures various saws, screws, nuts, and drills for installing or upgrading home security systems. For the home's perimeter, it illustrates fences, lighting fixtures, doors, hinges, and locks, and describes methods of securing double-hung, casement, fanlight, and dome windows. The author reviews the capabilities of internal security devices such as mini-alarms, the NuTone S2252 detection/alarm system, the Chamberlain Intrusion Plus dual alarm system, the First Alert self-contained burglar intrusion alarm, various infrared intrusion devices, and other products. The discussion of ionization and photoelectric smoke and fire detection devices includes tips on proper placement. Detailed instructions are included for installing magnetic contacts on home and auto doors and windows. The guide describes auto hood and trunk locks, ignition locks, and other auto security systems. It also discusses bicycle locks, boat and mobile home security devices, home office equipment protection, automatic timing devices, and padlock selection, as well as CCTV cameras. Appendixes contain a home security checklist and a list of manufacturers. Photographs and diagrams are used throughout; an index is provided.