Hurricane-Ready Your Security System

Backup Batteries
During power outages, your security system will continue to work using its backup battery for 12-24 hours. While this is adequate for shorter periods, it is wise to purchase an extra battery or two to include in your hurricane preparation kit for periods of longer outages. Extra batteries will ensure that your home and family will continue to be monitored during a time when circumstances may elevate criminal activity and when the use of generators increases the possibility of fire or carbon monoxide exposure. You may purchase extra batteries at our office, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Directions to our Office.

No Phone Line, No Problem
Consider the addition of CustomLink, a service that uses cellular technology to continue monitoring services even when phone service is interrupted due to downed telephone poles or damaged telephone wires.

Emergency Preparedness Brochure (pdf)
from First Alert & The Office of Homeland Security
(includes a checklist of emergency kit supplies and tips for creating your own plan)

Visit Get a Game Plan
(extensive hurricane preparation site especially for Louisiana residents)