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KBFAA 10 Tips For Consumers
The National
Burglar & Fire Alarm Association (NBFAA) and Kansas Burglar &
Fire Alarm Association (KBFAA) recommend these steps for
consumers seeking the services of a reputable and experienced burglar
& fire alarm installing company.
1: Contact the KBFAA, your state burglar and fire alarm association for a list of member companies in your
area. The association's members agree to maintain a high level of conduct under their National Code of
Ethics and render services at the highest level of quality.
2: Call several companies. Ask them if their employees are trained and/or certified by the NBFAA. Ask to see
their certification card when they come on site.
3: Ask the companies if they have appropriate state and/or local licenses, if required.
4: Ask the companies if they conduct any pre-employment screening.
5: Contact your local police department's Crime Prevention Department; state licensing agencies, Consumer
Protection Agencies, and the Better Business Bureau.
6: Ask your insurance agent, friends, family, or neighbors for referrals.
7: After you've narrowed the field to three or four alarm companies, ask for the name of the person who will
call on you. Consider planning the appointment time when all members of your household are present.
8: When he/she visits, ask to see some company identification.
9: Ask each alarm company representative for an inspection, recommendation, and a quote in writing. Use a
checklist to compare different package features and price quotes.
10:To learn more about home security systems, contact the NBFAA at (301) 585-1855 for a FREE consumer
brochure. Or visit NBFAA on the Internet at www.alarm.org.
NBFAA strongly advocates the development and enforcement of effective state licensing laws that require pre-employment background checks, among other measures.
1: Contact the KBFAA, your state burglar and fire alarm association for a list of member companies in your
area. The association's members agree to maintain a high level of conduct under their National Code of
Ethics and render services at the highest level of quality.
2: Call several companies. Ask them if their employees are trained and/or certified by the NBFAA. Ask to see
their certification card when they come on site.
3: Ask the companies if they have appropriate state and/or local licenses, if required.
4: Ask the companies if they conduct any pre-employment screening.
5: Contact your local police department's Crime Prevention Department; state licensing agencies, Consumer
Protection Agencies, and the Better Business Bureau.
6: Ask your insurance agent, friends, family, or neighbors for referrals.
7: After you've narrowed the field to three or four alarm companies, ask for the name of the person who will
call on you. Consider planning the appointment time when all members of your household are present.
8: When he/she visits, ask to see some company identification.
9: Ask each alarm company representative for an inspection, recommendation, and a quote in writing. Use a
checklist to compare different package features and price quotes.
10:To learn more about home security systems, contact the NBFAA at (301) 585-1855 for a FREE consumer
brochure. Or visit NBFAA on the Internet at www.alarm.org.
NBFAA strongly advocates the development and enforcement of effective state licensing laws that require pre-employment background checks, among other measures.