Complete Home Security System

The Challenge

A growing family in Broken Arrow had just moved into a 3,200 square foot home on a corner lot with 14 entry points, including two sliding glass doors, a detached garage, and a side gate leading to the backyard. The neighborhood had seen a string of package thefts and one attempted break-in on their block in the months prior. The homeowners — both working professionals with two kids under ten — needed a system that would cover every vulnerable point of entry while being simple enough for the whole family to use.

Their previous home had a basic DIY alarm kit from a big-box store. It worked inconsistently, generated false alarms, and had no camera coverage. They wanted something professionally designed that they could trust — and that would alert them whether they were home, at work, or traveling.

Our Solution

Witness Security performed a full on-site security assessment, walking the entire property and mapping every door, window, and access point. We designed a layered system built around three pillars: detection, verification, and response.

• 14 door/window sensors — recessed magnetic contacts on every entry point, including the garage service door and side gate
• 3 interior motion detectors — strategically placed to cover the main hallways and living areas with pet-immune sensors (the family has a 60-lb Labrador)
• 6 exterior HD cameras — covering the front porch, driveway, backyard, side gate, garage approach, and rear patio with 2K resolution and infrared night vision
• 1 video doorbell — with two-way audio and package detection alerts
• 24/7 professional monitoring — connected to a UL-listed central station with average dispatch time under 30 seconds
• Smart panel and mobile app — the family can arm/disarm, view live feeds, lock doors, and receive alerts from anywhere

All sensors were hardwired where possible for maximum reliability, with wireless units used at the detached garage and side gate. We ran cable through the attic and crawlspace to keep the installation clean with no visible wiring. The entire install was completed in a single day.

The Results

Within the first month, the system proved its value. The video doorbell captured a clear image of a porch pirate attempting to grab a package — the homeowner received an instant alert, activated two-way audio, and the individual left immediately. The footage was shared with local police.

• Zero false alarms in the first 90 days, thanks to proper sensor placement and pet-immune motion detectors
• 100% entry point coverage — every door, window, and gate is monitored
• Average alert response time of 8 seconds from sensor trigger to mobile notification
• Full remote access — both parents manage the system from their phones, and the kids use a simple keypad code

The homeowner told us: “We finally feel like our home is actually secured — not just alarmed. The app makes it effortless, and knowing someone is watching 24/7 gives us real peace of mind.”

This project is a perfect example of what a properly designed residential security system looks like — not a box of sensors slapped on walls, but a comprehensive, layered approach built around how the family actually lives.