--- title: "Burglar Alarm for Apartments and Rented Homes in Kenya | Qyvea" url: https://qyvea.co.ke/burglar-alarm-for-apartments-and-rentals-kenya description: "A burglar alarm for Kenyan apartments and rentals: wireless kits you can take with you, door contacts, a motion sensor and siren, landlord permission and what to protect first." updated: 2026-10-17 --- > Markdown copy of https://qyvea.co.ke/burglar-alarm-for-apartments-and-rentals-kenya for AI assistants. Prices and stock change; check the live page. 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A wireless alarm installs in hours and moves with you. Silence is exactly what a burglar is counting on. Read on: it takes a few minutes and could save you a lot more than that. **In this guide you will see:** - Wireless kits suit rentals: quick, tidy and portable. - Protect the main door, balcony door and living area first. - Use adhesive mounts if you cannot drill. Quick answer Apartment and rental homes suit wireless alarms: no cutting walls, quick to install and easy to take with you when you move. Protect the main door and balcony door with contacts, cover the living area with a motion sensor, add an indoor siren and a panic button, and use the phone app to arm and check. Check your lease or ask your landlord before drilling, and use adhesive mounts where possible. [Photo: Yosuke Ota / Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/y2eGi21ySKs) Why this matters now ## Each unprotected night is a night the first warning is the damage. ### If you wait - Intruders move through the house unheard - You find out in the morning - Valuables in reach for as long as they like ### What you get - Sensors on the doors and windows that matter - A siren that sounds at once - Alerts to the people who can act [Dahua HDCVI 2MP Dome](/products/dahua-hdcvi-2mp-dome-camera-14357 "Dahua HDCVI 2MP Dome Camera")[Electric Fence Alarm Siren](/products/electric-fence-alarm-siren-120db-outdoor-96 "Electric Fence Alarm Siren 120dB Outdoor")[Nemtek Merlin 1 Zone](/products/nemtek-merlin-1-zone-keypad-3694 "Nemtek Merlin 1 Zone Keypad") [Get my free quote on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/254113301244?text=Hi%20Qyvea%2C%20I%20read%20your%20guide%3A%20Burglar%20Alarm%20for%20Apartments%20and%20Rented%20Homes.%20I%20want%20a%20burglar%20alarm%20sorted.%20Can%20you%20help%3F)Reply usually within 30 minutes. 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Real products, live prices, in stock now ## Key takeaways - Wireless kits suit rentals: quick, tidy and portable. - Protect the main door, balcony door and living area first. - Use adhesive mounts if you cannot drill. - An indoor siren and a panic button add safety. - Combine with a door chain and a strong lock. ## A simple apartment setup | Item | Where | | --- | --- | | Alarm hub or panel | Central, near the router and power | | Door contact | Main door and balcony door | | Motion sensor | Living area or corridor facing the entry | | Indoor siren | Inside, loud enough for neighbours | | Panic button | Bedside or near the door | | Key fob or app | To arm and disarm | ## Rental checklist - Ask the landlord about drilling or use adhesive mounts. - Keep the box and mounts so you can remove everything when you leave. - Pick pet-immune sensors if you have a pet. - Ask us about a GSM module in case of Wi-Fi outages. - Pair the alarm with a peephole or video door phone. ## See also Read [door and window alarms for renters](https://qyvea.co.ke/door-and-window-alarms-for-renters-kenya) and [panic buttons for home and shop](https://qyvea.co.ke/panic-button-for-home-and-shop-kenya). **When to call a professional**: We supply and install wireless kits for apartments in Nairobi and beyond. Call [0113 301 244](tel:+254113301244) or [WhatsApp us](https://wa.me/254113301244?text=Hi%20Qyvea%2C%20I%20need%20help%20with%20an%20apartment%20alarm). ## Frequently asked questions Can I take the alarm with me when I move? Yes, wireless kits can be removed and re-installed in your new home. Do I need the landlord's permission? Ask before drilling; use adhesive mounts where you can. What is the minimum I need? A hub, a door contact for the main door and a motion sensor or siren; we recommend after a survey. Will my neighbours hear it? An indoor or outdoor siren is loud; choose a placement that suits the building. ## Why customers choose Qyvea **Genuine brands**: Manufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box. **One team, start to finish**: The people who advise you also install and support it. **Fast answers**: WhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi. **Easy to buy**: Pay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000. **Risk taken off you**: 7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations. **Customers say so**: Rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews. **Your next step takes one minute:** send us a photo of the place on WhatsApp and we will tell you what it needs. ## Related articles [Shopping Guides · Guide Renting? Cheap Door and Window Alarms You Can Take With You No drilling, no landlord permission, and they move with you. 2 min read**READ FULL ARTICLE →**](https://qyvea.co.ke/door-and-window-alarms-for-renters-kenya)[Alarm Systems · Comparison Wireless vs Wired Burglar Alarm Wireless installs in hours without breaking walls; wired is rock solid for big sites. 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