What Can A Glassbreak Detector Do For Your Home Alarm?

As with many facets of the home security industry, there are a few different options and variables to how glassbreak detectors work.

Some function by using an “omnidirectional” microphone in order to sense the sound of glass breaking while others detect vibrations or shock waves caused by a door being forced open or windows breaking.

If you are looking for the best option available you will want to find a glassbreak detector that combines both of the options above. In doing so, they will reduce false alarms that you can cause yourself when dropping a glass or breaking a plate.

This is a tremendous feature you will want installed in your home. When looking at your options, make sure the unit possesses both of the above methods, can detect sound up to 25 feet away, and is effective with plated, laminated, wired or tempered glass.

To save you money spending on an expensive detector, you are better off purchasing a “button” or “bug” glassbreak sensor if there is just a single window you are looking to protect.

This “bug” is nothing more than a small shockwave sensor you can place on the window or close by. In the end, it can save you half the price you would spend n a dual technology sensor.

If you are ordering or having a glassbreak detector installed into your home, ask for a simulation first. There are installers who have portable units that can show you the sound of glass breaking so you know what to expect.