September 15 2025

False Alarm Prevention 101 (Pets, Balloons, and HVAC—Oh My!)

Quick intro: Most “mystery” alarms aren’t mysterious at all. They’re airflow, décor, or routines that don’t fit the sensors. A few small tweaks make a big difference.

Frequent culprits

  • Pets crossing non‑pet‑immune motions or climbing furniture into the detection zone

  • HVAC jets/ceiling fans moving plants, curtains, or flags

  • Helium balloons drifting (yes, really)

  • Loose latches or doors that flex in strong wind

  • Glassbreaks triggered by clattering dishes right under the mic

 

Simple fixes

  • Aim motions away from vents and windows; keep décor out of view cones.

  • Ask us about pet‑immune sensors or swapping to door/window protection where motions are tricky.

  • Use entry/exit delays that match your routine so you’re not racing the timer.

  • For recurring single‑zone alarms, we can enable swinger shutdown or cross‑zoning so one odd trigger doesn’t dispatch.

 

Do a 10‑minute “walk test”

  • With the system on test, watch the keypad while you walk normal paths. You’ll see which zones trip and when.

 

Bottom line: Your system should work with your lifestyle. If you’re tip‑toeing around a detector, it’s time to adjust the design—call us.

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