Differences Between Commercial and Residential Security Systems

There are many differences between commercial and residential security systems. In today’s blog article, we want to briefly discuss what some of these differences are. The most obvious differences would be of size and complexity.

Size

Commercial spaces are typically larger than residential ones. For this reason, a commercial system would typically need more hardware: more wiring, more cameras, more sensors, as examples. This is one reason why a commercial system might be more expensive than a residential one. Square footage would be the first parameter. How large of an area is being protected.

Complexity

The next big difference would be one of complexity. A residential security system may not need multiple layers of redundancy including different types of sensors, including ones for fire or flooding, for example, sensors on doors and windows, and sensor on equipment being turned on or off.

In addition, for a business, such as a warehouse, there may be multiple persons who need to monitor the security or be alerted in the case of a breach.

Value Needing Protection

Another important consideration is the value of assets needing protection. The more valuable the area or assets are that one is protecting, the more one is likely going to spend to protect it. For businesses, one may want live people monitoring the security 24/7, whereas this may not be necessary to protect a small home that is only concerned with a break-in while the homeowners are out for the evening. Residential systems often require only an automated monitoring compared to the live monitoring of a large commercial space.

We hope that this article gives you some insight into what the key differences are between residential and commercial security systems. For security systems on the Lower Mainland, please call us at (604) 583-2542. 

Alpha Integrated has over 30 years of experience in the security business. We offer a wide-range of state-of-the-art products, a knowledgeable and friendly staff, competitive pricing, and a business model with integrity that stands behind and services the products we carry and install. Our clients include commercial, multi-residential, residential, marine, and other venues. Please feel free to call us on the Lower Mainland at (604) 583-2542.