What We Did
Our team at EAC Fire & Security recently carried out a full takeover and servicing of an existing intruder alarm system at a property in Ringwood. During the service, we identified a fault with one of the door-motion sensors and discovered the backup battery had reached the end of it’s service life — both of which were replaced promptly. As part of the takeover, we also installed a new external sounder/alarm bell box (SAB), which we include free of charge with all takeover services.
Breakdown of the works:
- Fault diagnosis — confirmed that the door-motion detector was not operating correctly, likely due to sensor failure.
- Sensor replacement — removed the faulty motion sensor and fitted a brand-new, fully-functional unit, restoring detection coverage to the door/entry zone.
- Backup battery replacement — fitted a fresh standby battery into the control panel / backup system to ensure power-fail resilience. Regular battery maintenance is critical, since most alarm system batteries degrade over ~3–5 years and a depleted battery is a common cause of system failure.
- External SAB (siren/bell-box) installation — mounted a new external alarm bell/sounder, improving audible deterrence and compliance with typical intruder alarm standards and insurance requirements.
Upon completion, the system was fully tested: sensor detection, alarm triggers, bell-box operation and backup-battery functionality. Everything passed — the system is now back to full working order and ready to protect the property reliably.
Why This Matters — Benefits for the Homeowner
- Reliable detection & deterrence: A working motion sensor on the door means any unauthorised entry attempt will trigger the alarm. The new external bell-box adds visible deterrence and loud audible warning.
- Reduced risk of failure on power-cut: With a fresh battery in place, the system remains operational even if mains power fails — an essential safeguard for alarm reliability.
- Peace of mind & compliance: For homeowners or landlords, a regularly maintained alarm system meets expectations from insurers and improves security. As many insurers require functioning alarms (with proper sensors, siren, and backup battery) for cover, this takeover helps maintain compliance.
- Professional maintenance avoids false alarms & faults: Without professional servicing, alarms may become unreliable or trigger false alerts; this maintenance reduces those risks and prolongs system lifespan.
Why Choose EAC Fire & Security for Alarm Takeovers
At EAC Fire & Security, we believe that “takeover” doesn’t just mean re-using old parts — it means giving systems a fresh lease of life. That includes:
- Full inspection of control panels, sensors, backup power and sounders.
- Replacement of worn, failed or age-expired components (e.g. motion detectors, batteries, SABs).
- Testing and commissioning to ensure the system is reliable and compliant.
- Documentation of works — useful for insurance, audits or future servicing.
We also aim to offer value: as demonstrated in this Ringwood job, the SAB upgrade was provided free of charge with the takeover.
If you have an older alarm system, or one that hasn’t been serviced recently — especially if you’re a landlord, managing agent or homeowner wanting assurance — a takeover and full service is a cost-effective way to protect your property.
For more info on our intruder-alarm services (takeovers, installations, maintenance) reach out via our contact page or call us for a free site survey today.
