An immediate, visible deterrent
An external sounder and strobe signal that the property is alarmed before anyone tries a door or window.
Burglar alarms · Intruder alarms
Burglar & Intruder Alarms in Greater Manchester
Reliable wired, wireless and hybrid alarm systems that are easy to set, quick to alert you and planned around your home, your routine and your pets.
- Free alarm survey
- Pet-tolerant options
- Set & unset from an app
Intruder alarm installation
Burglar alarm installation for homes and businesses
An intruder alarm is still one of the most effective ways to protect a property, and today’s systems are far smarter and easier to live with than the alarms many people remember.
We install alarms that suit how you use your home or premises: part-set modes for night time, pet-tolerant detection, key fobs for quick setting and app control so you always know your alarm’s status.
Before recommending anything, we’ll explain the difference between wired and wireless systems and the signalling options available, so you can choose with confidence.
- Grade 2
- The grade typically used for homes
- App
- Set, unset and receive alerts remotely
- Part-set
- Night and zone modes for everyday life
- Hybrid
- Mix wired and wireless detection
Why fit an alarm
The benefits of a burglar alarm
A well-designed intruder alarm protects your property around the clock and gives you instant awareness when something isn’t right.
Instant warning of a break-in
A loud internal and external alarm alerts everyone nearby the moment a detector is triggered.
Alerts wherever you are
App-enabled alarms notify you when the system is triggered, set or unset, and show which zone activated.
Protection while you sleep
Part-set modes protect downstairs and outbuildings at night while you move freely upstairs.
Designed around pets
Pet-tolerant detectors and careful positioning reduce false alarms from cats and dogs.
May help with insurance
Some insurers ask for an alarm or offer different terms where a suitable system is fitted.
Inside your alarm
What’s included in an intruder alarm system
Every alarm is built from a few core components. We choose and position each one to suit your property.
Control panel & keypads
Control panel
The brain of the system, with battery backup so protection continues during a power cut.
Ways to set your alarm
Keypad with user codes
Simple, reliable setting with individual codes for each user.
Proximity tags and key fobs
Set and unset with a tap or a button press.
Smartphone app
Check status and set or unset remotely on app-enabled systems.
Part-set and zones
Arm only the areas you choose, such as downstairs at night or a garage when you’re at home.
Detection devices
Motion detectors
Passive infrared (PIR) and dual-technology detectors cover rooms, hallways and landings.
Detector types
Pet-tolerant PIRs
Designed to ignore smaller animals when installed correctly.
Door and window contacts
Trigger instantly when a protected door or window opens.
Outbuilding detectors
Extend protection to garages, sheds and workshops.
Panic buttons
Discreet panic buttons can be added to the same alarm, so you can set it off if you ever feel threatened.
Sounders & signalling
External and internal sounders
A weatherproof bell box with strobe acts as a deterrent outside, while an internal sounder alerts anyone inside.
Signalling choices
Bells-only
Audible and visual warning on site, with no ongoing monitoring.
App notifications
Your phone is alerted whenever the alarm is triggered.
Monitored signalling
An alarm receiving centre is notified and contacts your keyholders.
Dummy rear bell box
A matching dummy box on the rear elevation increases the visible deterrent at low cost.
Choosing your system
Wired, wireless or hybrid: which alarm is right for you?
All three can provide excellent protection. The best choice depends on your property, decor and plans.
Wired alarms
Detectors are cabled back to the control panel, giving a very dependable system with no detector batteries to replace.
Well suited to
- New builds and renovations
- Properties with easy cable access
- Long-term, low-maintenance protection
Wireless alarms
Detectors communicate with the panel by radio, so installation is fast and tidy with very little disruption.
Well suited to
- Finished and decorated homes
- Flats and rented properties
- Systems you may want to extend later
Hybrid alarms
A wired control panel and detectors with wireless devices added wherever cabling would be difficult.
Well suited to
- Upgrading an existing wired alarm
- Outbuildings and extensions
- Mixed construction properties
Alarms in everyday life
An alarm system that fits the way you live
The best alarm is one you actually use. We set yours up so it’s quick, simple and dependable for everyone.
Easy to use
Quick to set, simple to unset
Key fobs, proximity tags and app control make setting the alarm part of leaving the house, not a chore.
We programme entry and exit routes and timings around your household so false alarms are kept to a minimum.
- User codes for each person
- Fobs and tags for quick setting
- Clear entry and exit routes
Signalling options
Know what happens when the alarm sounds
From bells-only alarms to app notifications and monitored signalling, we explain each option in plain English, including the costs involved, so you can choose what’s right.
If you’re interested in police response, ask us and we’ll explain the requirements involved and whether it’s suitable for your property.
- Bells-only, app or monitored
- Keyholder alerts
- Backup signalling options
How it works
How we install your burglar alarm
A careful, considerate process that leaves you with a system everyone in the household understands.
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Alarm survey
We check doors, windows, outbuildings and how you use each room, then talk through pets and routines.
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Tailored recommendation
You receive a written quote covering the panel, detectors, sounders and signalling we recommend, and why.
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Installation and testing
Detectors and sounders are fitted neatly, then every zone, set mode and signalling path is tested.
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Handover and user codes
We set up user codes, fobs and the app, and show everyone how to set, unset and part-set the alarm.
Questions & answers
Burglar alarm FAQs
Answers about wired and wireless systems, monitoring, pets, grades and servicing.
Can’t see your question? Speak to a member of our team for straightforward advice.
Call 0800 888 6772Wired alarms connect each detector to the control panel with cable, making them very dependable and low maintenance. Wireless alarms use radio signals and batteries, so installation is quicker and tidier, especially in finished homes. Hybrid systems combine both. We will explain which suits your property.
A bells-only alarm sounds its siren and flashes its strobe when triggered, relying on people nearby to respond. A self-monitored (smart) alarm also sends notifications to your phone. Monitored alarms connect to an alarm receiving centre that contacts nominated keyholders. If you are interested in police response, ask us and we will explain the requirements involved.
Pet-tolerant motion detectors are designed to ignore smaller animals, and careful positioning makes a big difference. Tell us about your pets during the survey and we will plan detection around them.
Yes, with an app-enabled alarm you can set, unset and check your system remotely, receive alerts and see which detector was triggered. Keypads and key fobs can still be used at home.
In the UK, intruder alarms are graded from 1 to 4 under the BS EN 50131 series of standards (applied here through PD 6662), based on the level of risk. Grade 2 is typically used for homes and lower-risk commercial premises, while Grade 3 is used for higher-risk sites. Your insurer may specify a grade, so it is worth checking your policy.
Some insurers offer different terms when a suitable alarm is fitted, and some require one for higher-value properties. Requirements vary, so check with your insurer before installation and we will make sure the system meets what they ask for wherever possible.
Yes. Regular servicing keeps detectors, batteries, sirens and signalling working correctly and helps prevent false alarms. We recommend at least an annual service, and some insurers or monitoring arrangements require it.
Only if the alarm meets the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) security systems policy. In short, it must be installed and maintained by a company certified by a UKAS-accredited body such as NSI or SSAIB, meet BS EN 50131 and PD 6662, use confirmation technology (BS 8243) and be monitored by an approved alarm receiving centre. The police then issue a unique reference number (URN), and you need at least two keyholders who can attend within 20 minutes. Bells-only and self-monitored alarms do not get an automatic police response, so if you see evidence of a crime, call 999. We will explain honestly which option suits your property.
Our promise
Our promise on every alarm installation
Every survey, quote and installation comes with the same straightforward commitments.
No-obligation quotes
Your survey and written quote are free, and there’s never any pressure to go ahead.
Signalling explained clearly
Bells-only, app or monitored: you’ll understand the options and costs before choosing.
Respect for your property
Dust sheets down, tidy cable routes and everything left as we found it.
An alarm everyone can use
User codes, fobs and app access set up for everyone in the household.
Free alarm survey
Get a free burglar alarm quote
Find out which alarm suits your property, from wire-free systems to fully monitored alarms, with a clear written quote and no obligation.
We aim to reply to every enquiry within one working day.
Alarm quote
Book your free alarm survey
Tell us about your property, any existing alarm and whether you have pets. We’ll get back to you to arrange a convenient time.
- Free survey and written quote
- Wired, wireless or hybrid options
- Plain-English signalling advice
Call us today0800 888 6772
Email uscassyonestopprotection@gmail.com
Opening hours
Monday to Friday: 8am – 6pmSaturday: 9am – 2pm
Based at · covering Greater ManchesterApartment 10, Thew House, 32 Hallsworth Road, Eccles, Manchester, M30 7LS
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