Did You Know...

Ninety-eight percent of all alarm calls received are found to be false alarms, diverting over $960,000 worth of police services each year.

There are several precautions you can take to help the Greensboro Police Department serve you better:
  • Secure the Premises: Be sure that all doors and windows are shut and locked before the alarm systems are armed.
  • Maintain Systems: Service systems regularly to guard against malfunctions. Periodically contact your monitoring company to stay informed of alarm activations. The Police Department is not responsible for informing you of system activations.
  • Educate Others: Be certain that family members and employees know how to properly operate the alarm. Be especially careful to let others know when the pass codes are changed.
  • Send Representatives: Police officers cannot thoroughly check your home or business if they cannot gain entry. Be sure that your monitoring company has a callout list of individuals who have keys to your property should you not be available to respond.
  • Back-Up Batteries: Have your back-up batteries checked or replaced on a regular basis.