5 Signs It’s Time to Upgrade Your Security System in Kent
- Techie Services
- Jul 21
- 3 min read
Updated: Jul 28
Your security system is your first line of defence, whether you're protecting your home in Maidstone or managing a business in Canterbury. But like any technology, alarm systems and CCTV setups don’t last forever. If you’re unsure whether your current system is still fit for purpose, here are five clear signs it might be time for an upgrade.
1. You’re Getting Frequent False Alarms
If your alarm system is regularly triggering without reason, it may be using outdated sensors, faulty wiring / equipment or perhaps environmental factors in your home have changed since the original install.
False alarms aren't just inconvenient; they can cause neighbours to ignore real threats or incur fines / have police response and monitoring revoked.
Upgrade Tip: Modern intruder alarms like AJAX use smart sensors that can ignore pets and other environmental factors that lead to false alarms whilst maintaining one of the highest standards in the industry for real threat detection.
The best part with real time hardware checks between the sensors and the control hub you will know of any hardware failures straightway so you know your system is always working.
2. Your Security System Isn’t App-Connected
Today’s best security systems offer mobile apps that let you view live CCTV footage, receive push alerts, and remotely arm or disarm your alarm, all from your smartphone.
If your system doesn’t offer this level of control, you’re missing out on convenience and faster reaction times in emergencies.
Did you know? Techie Services installs CCTV and alarm systems with remote access and real-time mobile notifications across Kent.
3. You Have No Integration Between Devices
Security isn’t just about individual components, it’s about how they work together. If your alarm, CCTV, and intercom don’t integrate, your response time during an incident can suffer.
Integration Example: Someone rings your intercom. Your system activates a nearby CCTV camera and allows you to grant access from your phone instantly.
4. Your Equipment Looks or Sounds Outdated
Still using a bulky keypad or a grainy black-and-white monitor? Older systems not only lack features but can also act as an open invitation to intruders who assume (rightly) that they’re easy to bypass.
Best Practice: Upgrade to high-resolution cameras, digital entry systems, and remotely managed, modern alarm equipment so any potential intruders know not to bother.
5. Your Security Needs Have Changed
Maybe you’ve moved to a larger property in Ashford, added a garden office, or expanded your retail business in Tunbridge Wells. If your current system doesn’t cover new access points or outbuildings, it leaves gaps in your protection.
Pro Tip: Regular security audits are key. Techie Services offers free security assessments for homes and businesses in Kent.
Why Upgrading Matters
In Kent alone, police reported thousands of property-related crimes in the past year. The most common targets? Homes and small businesses with outdated or easily bypassed systems.
An upgrade is an investment in safety, peace of mind, and long-term cost savings.
Need a Security System Upgrade in Kent?
At Techie Services, we design, install and maintain modern, integrated security systems across Kent - from CCTV and smart alarms to access control systems.
✅ NSI Silver Approved ✅ Installed in homes & businesses across Maidstone, Ashford, Canterbury, and beyond
✅ Fast, clean, professional installation
✅ Emergency support and maintenance plans
Call us today on 01424 868408
Or email Info@Techie-Services.co.uk to book your free consultation
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