Security Systems

Burglar alarms are not a replacement for sensible security practices around the home.  They do not substitute for locked doors and windows or for other security precautions.  Burglar alarms are another tool that often deter intruders from entering a residence.  The most effective alarm systems not only detect an intrusion into your home, but are also monitored by a central station that can alert police for a response.  The Edina Crime Prevention Fund does not recommend any particular alarm monitoring company.  Residents who want to install an alarm system should research several monitoring companies before purchasing a system.  The Edina Police Department provides one free response per calendar year for false automatic burglar alarms. For more information refer to the Minnesota Crime Watch Booklet, “Burglar Alarms: Do You Need One?”