Deter Theft & Vandalism of Air Conditioning Units with the LOYAL Alarm

The LOYAL Alarm is both a first and second level of deterrent to vandalism and theft. Installed by a professional, it requires no electricity and aides law enforcement officials capture thieves.

Indianapolis, IN (PRWEB) June 21, 2007 -- The popularity of residential, business and roof top air conditioning units thefts in whole or in part has increased dramatically and the crime is increasingly becoming a concern for law enforcement officials.

Indianapolis based LOYAL Heating & Air Conditioning (www.loyalhvac.com) announced May 1, 2007, the availability of the LOYAL Alarm, a new security alarm to deter vandalism and theft of all types of air conditioning units. The LOYAL Alarm acts as a first level of security with the alarm alerting unit disturbance. The LOYAL Alarm as a second level security will backup a unit wired into a security system and will sound even though the home security system fails. The LOYAL Alarm is compatible and may be installed on window, rooftop or residential units.

Designed and patented by LOYAL's owner Mike Barger, the alarm is small, mounted to the unit, equipped with a 120 db siren and powered by a high volt battery making connection to a home security system unnecessary. Any attempt to move the unit more than 3/8 ths of an inch triggers the loud siren and alerts to tampering. The LOYAL Alarm is weather proof, tamper proof and will not void the manufacturer's warranty on the units. Video demonstrations of the LOYAL Alarm are now available on Loyal Heating & Air Conditioning's website.

"In most cases a thief is able to get away in approximately 90 seconds," states Barger. Many have asked about building a cage around the units to deter theft. "There are a few reasons not to use cages," states Barger. "Operational wise, the area in and around the cage must be kept clear and trimmed to allow the unit to breathe properly. Maintenance wise, a cage doesn't leave much room for a technician to work on the unit. Security wise, a cage around a unit will not prevent or deter theft; if the thief wants the unit it will only takes a few additional seconds to cut through the cage."

Unlike a cage, when an air conditioning unit with the LOYAL Alarm installed is disturbed in any manner and more than 3/8ths of an inch, the LOYAL Alarm triggers a loud db siren and continues to sound alerting to tampering. The alarm can only be silenced and rearmed by placing the unit in the original position. "The beauty of the LOYAL Alarm is that if the unit is removed, the Alarm continues to sound attracting attention and will further assist police authorities with arrest and conviction," Barger added.

Responses to the announcement press release (http://www.prweb.com/releases/2007/05/prweb522848.htm) of the LOYAL Alarm have been overwhelming. Calls and e-mails requesting more information and purchases have been received from all over the United States from various entities -- church groups, general contractors, electricians, apartment complexes, heating and air conditioning experts, police departments and more. At a recent meeting with the local law enforcement in Indianapolis, IN, to introduce and demonstrate the LOYAL Alarm, the device received positive and enthusiastic responses. Officials agreed the LOYAL Alarm was a definite deterrent to theft and vandalism.

Driven by the all time high scrap value, steel, copper, aluminum and other precious metals theft is at an all time high. Residential, apartment complexes, new construction sites and commercial roof top units are all being victimized. No unit is safe. Thefts and vandalism are occurring during both the day and night. In many instances, newly replaced units are stolen only days after being installed.

Barger recommends the LOYAL Alarm only be installed by licensed and certified heating and air conditioning professionals or by someone with extensive knowledge of the mechanics of air conditioning units. The LOYAL Alarm is cost effective, very affordable and much less than an insurance deductible or the expense to replace a total unit. The LOYAL Alarms may be purchased individually or in bulk pricing. Barger also notes to protect the integrity of the LOYAL Alarm, its use as a security device and is compiled in a database in an effort to assist law enforcement fight this rising crime, certain information is required to validate requests for information and purchases in an attempt to secure the details of the LOYAL Alarm from getting into the wrong hands. "It's another means to protect the consumer and assist local authorities," states Barger.

Additionally the LOYAL Alarm has variation models which allow it to be used in a number of other ways to serve as a second level of security and protection for cash registers, vending machines, storefronts and more.

For more information on the LOYAL Alarm, contact:

Mike Barger
Loyal Heating & Air Conditioning LLC
Service - Sales - Installation
(317) 797-9772
E-mail: Loyalhvac @ aol.com
Website: www.loyalhvac.com

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