Want to install an alarm system in a mostly new build project we are doing ourselves.
The one we have a present in a different smaller property is a 6 zone PIR type (no door/magnet switches), so entrance/exit determined by PIRs in hall and kitchen. The panel (I think) is a Guardtec with remote wired keypad in the hall. I've maintained it for years with new UPS batteries, and also extended one circuit, but didn't install it.
Works fine and would be happy to use similar as new build will have numerous patio/bi-folds - 5 total ground floor entrances from outside (inc internal garage). But also something more flexible would be good, as removing the garage zone, has always been a faff.
If we just have PIRs we would need 8 zones to cover downstairs rooms, landing and garage, but also if having switches on doors, would need a further 4. Not sure the best recommended route.
I also want to install from scratch, I'm competent at electronics, but have never installed an entire system before.
Seen a lot of different types from on-line stores, so would like some advice. Would prefer wired rather than wireless and bells only.
The one we have a present in a different smaller property is a 6 zone PIR type (no door/magnet switches), so entrance/exit determined by PIRs in hall and kitchen. The panel (I think) is a Guardtec with remote wired keypad in the hall. I've maintained it for years with new UPS batteries, and also extended one circuit, but didn't install it.
Works fine and would be happy to use similar as new build will have numerous patio/bi-folds - 5 total ground floor entrances from outside (inc internal garage). But also something more flexible would be good, as removing the garage zone, has always been a faff.
If we just have PIRs we would need 8 zones to cover downstairs rooms, landing and garage, but also if having switches on doors, would need a further 4. Not sure the best recommended route.
I also want to install from scratch, I'm competent at electronics, but have never installed an entire system before.
Seen a lot of different types from on-line stores, so would like some advice. Would prefer wired rather than wireless and bells only.