We are getting a little worried about late night callers, and I wondered about fitting a communication system, which I'm sure I've seen, one which enables you to takl to the callers before opening the door.
I've just had a look in a local DIY store but couldn't see anything like this, plenty of door chimes which is not exactly what I'm looking for.
So, where will I find such a gadget?
You could try Maplins. They have a range of door intercoms.
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A web search for things called "Audio Door Entry Systems" should give you loads to look through.
I beleive Wickes do a DIY CCTV system, that would probably do what you want!
A quick addendum, I see Wilko's do a CCTV camera kit that connects to the back of your TV set. That might be a cheaper opyion than a door entry system?
Door entry systems allow two way communications. Sound only - or with video. A CTTV camera into your TV will only allow you to see - and possibly hear - the person at the door. But not to talk to them.
True, but you can see wether or not its just some annoying salesmean/canvasser/religous type and choose not to answer.
Some CCTV systems also allow you to speak to the person in front of the camera. Just a thought I had and decided to mention in case it was an option he might wish to consider.
Not then a basic CCTV system, but a form of entry phone, etc.
True - but I'd expect an entry phone system to also include an auto door lock release. Otherwise you might as well just have a spy lens.
But then you'd still have to get up just to see who it was, at least with the CCTV you can decide wether to answert the door or not from the comfort of your armchair.
Hmmmmm, I'm beginning to like the sound of this. I think I may have to invest in one of these, would be a much better way of dealing with the riff-raff.
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