{"id":6826,"date":"2016-02-11T10:30:20","date_gmt":"2016-02-11T15:30:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/?p=6826"},"modified":"2024-02-15T12:55:48","modified_gmt":"2024-02-15T17:55:48","slug":"best-driveway-alarms-to-protect-home-and-family","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/best-driveway-alarms-to-protect-home-and-family\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Driveway Alarms &#8212; Get Alerts When Guests or Intruders Arrive"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A driveway alarm is a great addition to existing security systems or the building block of a do-it-yourself budget security system. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<strong>With a <a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-183-driveway-alarms-alerts.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/c-183-driveway-alarms-alerts.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">driveway alarm<\/a><\/strong>, <strong>you&#8217;ll never be surprised by the arrival of visitors or strangers again<\/strong>. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0As soon as a vehicle enters your driveway and passes the sensor, your driveway alarm (also called a &#8220;driveway alert&#8221;) will alert you with an audible beep or chime and\/or a flashing light. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Some driveway alarms also detect other kinds of movement, including people and animals.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re the average homeowner who wants to protect your property, a nervous senior who lives alone or a concerned parent who wants to keep track of young drivers, a driveway alarm is an effective and affordable way to keep your house and family safe. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<strong>Here are four of our favorite driveway alarms.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><em><strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-7523-dakota-alert-bba-2500-wireless-break-beam-sensor-kit.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-7523-dakota-alert-bba-2500-wireless-break-beam-sensor-kit.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright\" title=\"Use the Dakota Alert Wireless Break Beam System to monitor your driveway or secure the perimeter around your property.\" src=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/images\/Product\/medium\/7523.jpg\" alt=\"Dakota Alert BBA-2500 Wireless Break Beam Sensor Kit\" width=\"200\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a>Top Pick<\/strong> &#8211;\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Dakota Alert 2500 Wireless Break Beam Sensor Driveway Alarm<\/em><\/h2>\n<p>The <strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-7523-dakota-alert-bba-2500-wireless-break-beam-sensor-kit.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-7523-dakota-alert-bba-2500-wireless-break-beam-sensor-kit.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dakota Alert 2500 Wireless Break Beam Sensor Kit<\/a><\/strong> is our top choice of driveway alarms because it <strong>uses solar power and detects the movement of people and large animals, in addition to cars and trucks<\/strong>. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0The break beam sensors are powered by lithium ion batteries that are recharged by the solar panels.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Simple to install, requires no wiring<\/li>\n<li>Uses the power of the sun to conserve energy and recycle power<\/li>\n<li>Detects vehicles, people and large animals<\/li>\n<li>&#8220;Detection immunity&#8221; to small animals and small objects such as falling leaves reduces false alarms<\/li>\n<li>Receiver supports up to four sensors to create up to four zones (<strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-7524-dakota-alert-bbt-2500-wireless-break-beam-alert-transmitters.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-7524-dakota-alert-bbt-2500-wireless-break-beam-alert-transmitters.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">additional sensors<\/a><\/strong> sold separately)<\/li>\n<li>Four different alert tones indicate which sensor was activated<\/li>\n<li>Price: \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0about $270<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><em><strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-7424-safety-technology-wireless-alert-series-sti-34100-wireless-driveway-monitor-solar-powered.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-7424-safety-technology-wireless-alert-series-sti-34100-wireless-driveway-monitor-solar-powered.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright\" title=\"Use this system to monitor for any kind of movement on your driveway, including vehicles, people or animals.\" src=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/images\/Product\/medium\/7424.jpg\" alt=\"Safety Technology Wireless Alert Series STI-34100 Wireless Driveway Monitor (solar powered)\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" \/><\/a>Runner Up<\/strong> &#8212; Safety Technology Wireless 34100 Wireless Driveway Monitor<\/em><\/h2>\n<p>If you only want to monitor the arrival and departure of vehicles, we recommend the <strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-7424-safety-technology-wireless-alert-series-sti-34100-wireless-driveway-monitor-solar-powered.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-7424-safety-technology-wireless-alert-series-sti-34100-wireless-driveway-monitor-solar-powered.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">STI-34100 by Safety Technology International<\/a><\/strong>. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Like the Dakota Alert 2500, this driveway alarm has solar-powered sensors, so setup is easy. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Its patented magnetometer sensor system <strong>detects only the movement of large metallic (iron or steel) objects, eliminating worries of false alarms caused by people, animals or shadows<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>AC-powered receiver chimes and flashes when a vehicle approaches<\/li>\n<li>Low maintenance &#8212; sensor is powered by solar-charged NiMH rechargeable batteries (included)<\/li>\n<li>Operating range is up to 1000 feet (line of sight) between sensor and receiver<\/li>\n<li>Easy installation, no difficult underground wiring<\/li>\n<li>Additional <strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-7430-safety-technology-wireless-alert-series-sti-34101-driveway-monitor-solar-sensor-only.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-7430-safety-technology-wireless-alert-series-sti-34101-driveway-monitor-solar-sensor-only.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sensors<\/a><\/strong> can be added for long, wide or multiple driveways (4 or 8, depending upon <strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-8288-safety-technology-wireless-alert-series-build-your-own-kit.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-8288-safety-technology-wireless-alert-series-build-your-own-kit.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">receiver<\/a><\/strong>)<\/li>\n<li>Receiver produces a different chime for each sensor<\/li>\n<li>Price: \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Under $115<\/li>\n<li>Also available: \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0The <strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-8285-safety-technology-wireless-alert-series-sti-v34100-wireless-driveway-monitor-solar-powered-wvoice-receiver.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-8285-safety-technology-wireless-alert-series-sti-v34100-wireless-driveway-monitor-solar-powered-wvoice-receiver.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">STI-V34100 model<\/a><\/strong> with a programmable voice alerts (available in English or Spanish)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><em><strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-6622-chamberlain-wireless-motion-alert-system.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-6622-chamberlain-wireless-motion-alert-system.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright\" title=\"This wireless system by Chamberlain notifies you with light and sound when people or vehicles approach your home or property.\" src=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/images\/Product\/medium\/6622.jpg\" alt=\"Chamberlain Wireless Motion Alert System\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" \/><\/a>Budget System<\/strong> &#8211;\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Chamberlain Wireless Motion Alert System<\/em><\/h2>\n<p>For homeowners looking for <strong>an inexpensive driveway alarm that detects any kind of motion<\/strong>, the\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-6622-chamberlain-wireless-motion-alert-system.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-6622-chamberlain-wireless-motion-alert-system.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chamberlain Wireless Motion Alert System<\/a><\/strong> is a good choice. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Instead of solar power, the wireless sensor in this alarm uses four AA batteries. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0The system is expandable and supports up to four\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-6623-chamberlain-wireless-motion-alert-add-on-sensor.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-6623-chamberlain-wireless-motion-alert-add-on-sensor.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sensors<\/a><\/strong> so you can protect your entire yard and monitor activity near your patio, deck, storage shed, farm, office\/work site, as well as your driveway.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Transmits signal to base station up to a half-mile away<\/li>\n<li>Alerts with light and sound (distinguishable by sensor)<\/li>\n<li>Detects motion up to 30 feet away with wide 120 degree coverage<\/li>\n<li>Adjustable sensitivity controls help prevent false alerts<\/li>\n<li>Wireless, weatherproof design makes it portable for use inside or out<\/li>\n<li>Easy to install, use, and maintain<\/li>\n<li>Price: \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Around $70<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><em><strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-6769-dakota-alert-hard-wired-vehicle-sensor.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-6769-dakota-alert-hard-wired-vehicle-sensor.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright\" title=\"Once installed, a hard-wired system is easy to maintain.\" src=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/images\/Product\/medium\/6769.jpg\" alt=\"Dakota Alert Hard Wired Vehicle Sensor\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" \/><\/a>Best Wired System<\/strong> &#8211;\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Dakota Alert Hard Wired Vehicle Sensor<\/em><\/h2>\n<p>If you want a driveway alert that is <strong>easy to hide, detects only the movement of vehicles and doesn&#8217;t require batteries<\/strong>, consider a hard-wired driveway alert like the <strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-6769-dakota-alert-hard-wired-vehicle-sensor.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-6769-dakota-alert-hard-wired-vehicle-sensor.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dakota Alert VS<\/a><\/strong>. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0Hard-wired systems use a metal sensing probe that you bury parallel to or under the driveway to detect the movement of iron or steel.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Very effective for detecting cars and trucks while eliminating false alerts for passing animals or people<\/li>\n<li>Ideal for locations with deer or other large animals that would trigger a motion detecting system<\/li>\n<li>Detects metal objects, such as moving cars, in a 10- to 12-foot radius of the sensor<\/li>\n<li>Control box plugs into a 110-volt outlet<\/li>\n<li>Transmitter is easy to hide and can be further camouflaged using the <strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-6782-dakota-alert-bh-1-bird-house-driveway-alarm-cover.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-6782-dakota-alert-bh-1-bird-house-driveway-alarm-cover.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wooden birdhouse<\/a><\/strong> facade (sold separately)<\/li>\n<li>Price: \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0About $155<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><em>More on Driveway Alarms<\/em><\/h2>\n<p>For more reading on driveway alarms and to learn about another handy DIY security device called the &#8220;entry alert,&#8221; take a look at these two articles:\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/dont-be-surprised-by-strangers-with-a-driveway-alarm-and-entry-alerts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>End Stranger Surprise with a Driveway Alarm and Entry Alerts<\/strong><\/a> and\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/six-things-you-can-do-with-a-driveway-alert\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Six Things You Can Do With a Driveway Alert<\/a>.<\/strong> \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0If you want to design your own wireless alert system and choose the specific sensors you need &#8212; including doorbell buttons, driveway sensors, mailbox sensors, garage door sensors, or a universal alert \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0alarm system &#8212; the\u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0<strong><a onclick=\"javascript:pageTracker._trackPageview('\/outgoing\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-8288-safety-technology-wireless-alert-series-build-your-own-kit.aspx');\"  href=\"http:\/\/www.diycontrols.com\/p-8288-safety-technology-wireless-alert-series-build-your-own-kit.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Safety Technology Wireless Alert Kit<\/a><\/strong> allows you to customize a system to meet your particular requirements.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A driveway alarm is a great addition to existing security systems or the building block of a do-it-yourself budget security system. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0With a driveway alarm, you&#8217;ll never be surprised by the arrival of visitors or strangers again. \u00c3\u201a\u00c2\u00a0As soon as a vehicle enters your driveway&hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.diycontrols.com\/index.php\/best-driveway-alarms-to-protect-home-and-family\/\">Read 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