Abbott's (Alarms & CCTV)

What does a maintenance visit include?

A routine maintenance visit (routine service visit) is like an MOT for your car. It will typically involve a visual inspection followed by some checks and tests. This is just a guide, some companies will do less, some will do more.

• Check the history of alarm system since the last maintenance service
  
• Visual inspection of all major alarm components including cabling and connections where accessible for signs of deterioration or damage
  
• Check and Walk Test all detectors
  
• Check mains power supply including charging rates
  
• Check battery power supply including charging rates
  
• Check satisfactory operation of manually operated devices e.g. panic buttons
  
• Check and test all audible warning devices - sirens, speakers.
  
• Check and test remote signalling equipment (where appropriate)
  
• Make adjustments as necessary
  
• Repair any minor faults (where possible)
  
• Retrain the users on the use of the alarm system (if required)
  
• Return the alarm system to operational status
  
• Issue a service certificate (your insurers may ask for this if you suffer a burglary)
  

We generally recommend an annual service visit for domestic burglar alarms. This is particularly important for wireless systems that require a battery change periodically.