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How to Install a Wireless Doorbell

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Tired of checking the front door? Wondering why you keep missing the UPS delivery? Exhausted from pounding on the door, hoping someone will answer? Could it be time for a doorbell? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you might be ready for a brand new, wireless doorbell.

Why wireless? For several reasons. It’s a quick, easy and practical solution for the do-it-yourself-er. Going wireless with your doorbell also means there’s no need to call the electrician, run wires, or fish through those pesky wires that all look alike. It’s also a safe alternative to wiring your door for a doorbell or replacing the one you have with another electric doorbell.

That’s right: wireless doorbells don’t require wiring at all. The door bell, which is actually a transmitter, is mounted on the wooden frame of the front door (or wherever you choose.) The doorbell chime is a receiver that can be placed anywhere within range. Wireless doorbells are great for the front door, garage, tool shed, office suite, and more.

A wireless doorbell is a snap to install and probably the cheapest option for solving your visitor, delivery and entrance issues.

How to begin installing your wireless doorbell? Follow these quick and easy steps to installing a wireless doorbell today.

Step One: Check out several brands and varieties of wireless doorbells. Select the one that best matches the style of your entrance as well as the operating distance you need.

Step Two: Review the directions carefully and make sure you have your tools handy.

Step Three: Measure and mark where you intend to install your doorbell.

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Step Four: Mount your wireless doorbell on the frame of the front door with double-sided tape, or screw into place.

Step Five: Position the chime unit inside the home at a distance no more than what is recommended by the manufacturer.

Note: some chimes run off batteries and require no electrical current. Others run on electric current. If you opt for the battery-operated model, batteries will need to be replaced from time to time. If you opt for electric current, you won’t need to replace batteries and many of these systems are portable.

Where to buy a wireless doorbell?

Shop online or in person. Comparison shop, if possible. There are several models you will want to consider for your wireless doorbell. Prices vary according to how much of a range you need for your chime, and whether or not “high style” is preferred. Believe it or not: there are retailers that charge more than $100 for a wireless doorbell system.

Check out these excellent models for your wireless doorbell. They’re sleek and chic, and you’ll have them installed in no time:

Honeywell RCWL330A1000/N P4-Premium Portable Wireless Door Chime and Push Button
Retail Price: $38.50

Check out this cool wireless doorbell. All the bells and whistles in one, sleek package. Portable chime. Battery operated with variable chimes. Motion detectors/door contacts for added security. Adjustable volume. Visual alert icons. System automatically adjusts to eliminate interference. 450-ft. operating range. Everything you need to get the job done.

Wireless CD Quality Door Chime, Model RC4100
Retail Price: $39.98/Free shipping

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CD quality sound. Wireless. Battery-powered. Adjustable volume control. 32 changeable codes prevent interference. 3 selectable sounds. 150-ft. operating range. Low battery indicator. Five year warranty.

Basic Wireless Doorbell, Item Code WD3000
Sale Price: $39.00

Button, chime and away you go. This is one simple system that will be up and running in no time. 100 ft. operating range. By online.

Ace Wireless Doorbell Button, Model AC6190
Retail Price: $12.49

If you’ve got a chime in your apartment or studio, here’s the button for you. Works with all Heath Zenith wireless chimes. Easy to install. 150-ft. operating range. Accessory push button. 128 selectable codes. Low battery indicator. White with rectangular button. 5 year warranty. Great for apartment dwellers or off-to-college set where you’ve found the chime, but you need to install a button for it to work.

Resources:

Gadget Shack
http://www.gadgetshack.com/wireless-doorbell.html

Doorbells Direct
www.DoorbellsDirect.com

1800 Doorbell
www.1800doorbell.com

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