What is a Central Station and
Why Be Monitored?

A central station is a facility that monitors security and other systems for specific situations (most commonly burglaries, robberies, fire and medical emergencies) and then makes an appropriate response.

The key components of a central station are the equipment used to communicate with the alarm systems and/or people in need of assistance (including regular telephone lines and cellular communications), the computerized receiving equipment that logs and prioritizes calls for assistance, and the professional trained staff that responds to each situation.

Why Be Monitored?

It's a well documented fact that alarm systems that are monitored by a qualified central station reduce crime. A study by researchers at Temple University found that homes with monitored alarm systems were 2.2 times less likely to be burglarized than homes without a monitored system. Businesses with a monitored alarm system were 4.6 times less likely to be victimized.

A central station acts as your "silent guardian," safeguarding your home, loved ones and business 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. A central station never rests, never sleeps, never takes a break from making sure you are protected.

For example, if your home's smoke detectors are monitored the fire department can be dispatched far earlier than would be the case if they are not monitored, saving valuable time. Without monitoring, by the time the smoke and flames can be seen by neighbors it is probably too late to save your home.

And with a panic button or similar device. you can be assured that a security professional is always at hand to provide potentially life-saving assistance when you need it most.

For more information on how monitoring works with a security system to provide the ultimate in safety and security, contact us here at Evergreen Security. We'll be happy to answer all your questions.