• With the proper knowledge, choosing a doorbell can be effortless.campanello antico image by Adriano La Naia from Fotolia.com
  
  These days, shopping for a new doorbell can be a little overwhelming, as there are now more options than ever. With a little background information on the types of doorbells available to you, a decision on the right system for your home can be made with ease.
  
  

Wired

• Standard doorbells are the wired systems that produce a bell or chiming noise and require electricity to operate.
  
  

Wireless

• Wireless doorbells run off of a transmitter rather than wires and electricity. Although wired doorbells have been the standard, wireless options are becoming increasingly more popular due to the ease of installation. As a result, they are also ideal for rental properties.
  
  

Doorbell Intercom

• These systems allow the homeowner to talk to visitors outside from inside the home, and can even be installed to allow interaction from several locations throughout the home.
  
  

Mechanical Doorbell

• These doorbell systems are often popular in older or historical homes. Visitors approach and turn a knob, which activates bells inside of the home.
  
  

Driveway Doorbell

• Driveway doorbells are run through a sort of alarm system that is activated when a vehicle approaches the home. These systems are generally wireless.