Hi Everybody. Wireless Doorbells definitely exist and there are a large number of products out there. Manufacturers like Carlon, Sonic, NuTone and others make them. The tend to have range of about 75 to 150 ft, but you can get longer range ones that extend out to 300. Plus, you can always get wireless extenders or amplifiers to help with this range. As one person mentioned, I would choose one that has several frequencies. Wireless doorbells can sometimes have problems in the city because of other outside wireless devices using the same frequency. The good news is the higher end models (over $50) will usually have this as a standard feature.
We bought the cheapo wireless doorbell at Home Despot, and it works pretty well. The funny thing, though, is that we bought four chime units (one for each floor) and when the button is pushed, they chime at slightly different times and tones, creating a slightly ridiculous and discordant electro-symphony. I actually think it’s kind of hilarious.
If you’re going with wireless. I would shop around and get the best one you can find. All the wireless bells I’ve found are crap. They don’t work well in a city. Simple things like a persons car clicker will set the bell off . Just what you need in the middle of the night, Right? Running a wired bell is the better way to go.
We actually just bought a great (and stylish) looking one from the MOMA design store online – of all places. It’s Jim Jensen’s design and has 5 different tones. It’s pretty nifty, easy to install and has great range. We have a 3 story brownstone. momastore.org
We have a wireless doorbell that mysteriously plays the Muffin Man song. Other than that, it works but it isn’t loud enough to be heard if you are upstairs.
I bought a wireless system for an elderly relative of mine from the League for the Heating Impaired on Broadway. The receiver has both sound and a flashing light (probably not a concern of yours).
Look into where you want the receivers to go because they do get interference sometimes.
Hi Everybody. Wireless Doorbells definitely exist and there are a large number of products out there. Manufacturers like Carlon, Sonic, NuTone and others make them. The tend to have range of about 75 to 150 ft, but you can get longer range ones that extend out to 300. Plus, you can always get wireless extenders or amplifiers to help with this range. As one person mentioned, I would choose one that has several frequencies. Wireless doorbells can sometimes have problems in the city because of other outside wireless devices using the same frequency. The good news is the higher end models (over $50) will usually have this as a standard feature.
Hope this helps,
Mark Taylor
http://www.thedoorbell.net/Wireless-Doorbell.html
We bought the cheapo wireless doorbell at Home Despot, and it works pretty well. The funny thing, though, is that we bought four chime units (one for each floor) and when the button is pushed, they chime at slightly different times and tones, creating a slightly ridiculous and discordant electro-symphony. I actually think it’s kind of hilarious.
Just fyi, we have had none of the problems Rick referred to. It’s been very good.
If you’re going with wireless. I would shop around and get the best one you can find. All the wireless bells I’ve found are crap. They don’t work well in a city. Simple things like a persons car clicker will set the bell off . Just what you need in the middle of the night, Right? Running a wired bell is the better way to go.
We actually just bought a great (and stylish) looking one from the MOMA design store online – of all places. It’s Jim Jensen’s design and has 5 different tones. It’s pretty nifty, easy to install and has great range. We have a 3 story brownstone. momastore.org
12:19 – Who did you use to rewire the doorbells? Was it expensive?
We have a wireless doorbell that mysteriously plays the Muffin Man song. Other than that, it works but it isn’t loud enough to be heard if you are upstairs.
I bought a wireless system for an elderly relative of mine from the League for the Heating Impaired on Broadway. The receiver has both sound and a flashing light (probably not a concern of yours).
Look into where you want the receivers to go because they do get interference sometimes.
Check amazon too:
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_gw/105-3090257-3682821?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=wireless%20doorbell