As the home security market grows more competitive, more and more pressure is being placed upon door-to-door salesmen who are required to convince homeowners to purchase home security systems.

Don’t go along with the pressure. Always check the product and the company before purchasing a home security system, or any other product for that matter. Property owners are advised to take their time before signing any contract and purchasing anything.

Take your time in reading literature and information about the company. Ask for a Reliability Report on the company if possible. You can try asking for help with this from the Better Business Bureau.

If you want to cancel a contract you already signed, send a certified letter to the company with notification to cancel your contract. The Federal Trade Commission’s three-day “cooling off rule” allows customers to cancel purchases made at the consumer’s home or at a place where the company does not do business.

Try to ask and see the company’s permit or license, too. Always read documents carefully before signing anything.

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