XChris1632X Posted January 6, 2012 Report Share Posted January 6, 2012 Just recently bought my house and one of the first projects I want to tackle is a good security system for my family. Basically I am looking for everyone opinions on their systems, use of it, brands, prices, blah blah. So far I am loving the ADT Pulse system from what I read but the fact that they dont share the price or even a base line makes me figure it is stupid high. I have really only browsed ADT so far due to getting specials from USAA bank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wnaplay1647545503 Posted January 6, 2012 Report Share Posted January 6, 2012 Are you asking about the price for the systems themselves or monitoring? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTQ B4U Posted January 6, 2012 Report Share Posted January 6, 2012 We have Brinks aka someone else now....but the system itself for monitoring is like $35mo Not 100% sure as we auto pay it and never really read the statements. Install was like $99 for the basics and then we added several upgrades including a few listed here. My personal insights: Get the Cell Back up. We have a red flashing strobe outside, although it's rather inconspicuous. Nice as when the cops or fire come rolling, they will have no doubt but to have attention brought to our home. Multiple sirens. We have one mounted outside too. Again, completely hidden but loud as shit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XChris1632X Posted January 6, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2012 Are you asking about the price for the systems themselves or monitoring? systems, installs, monitoring, the whole 9 yards, and anything else you want to add. I have never had a monitoring system. I don't even know if they are really worth it. We have Brinks aka someone else now....but the system itself for monitoring is like $35mo Not 100% sure as we auto pay it and never really read the statements. Install was like $99 for the basics and then we added several upgrades including a few listed here. My personal insights: Get the Cell Back up.We have a red flashing strobe outside, although it's rather inconspicuous. Nice as when the cops or fire come rolling, they will have no doubt but to have attention brought to our home. Multiple sirens. We have one mounted outside too. Again, completely hidden but loud as shit. I like those options. I live out in the country but I have 1 neighbor and I am on a well traveled state route that would notice the attention. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky31186 Posted January 6, 2012 Report Share Posted January 6, 2012 Dont they have one that you can view from your iphone? like video and such? Ive been looking into home security too.. Or i might just mount a couple cameras outside Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stangsn95gt Posted January 6, 2012 Report Share Posted January 6, 2012 I know this is someone on here just can't remember who http://174.142.76.229/ edit: its Thorne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirks5oh Posted January 6, 2012 Report Share Posted January 6, 2012 We have adt. Sensors on all doors, sensors on all first floor windows, and basement windows, motion sensors in basement, and first floor that are activated when we leave on vacation. Also, sensors in case the windows break. We also have the smoke detectors wired in to the system. Our control panel vocally states which door in the house opens, and all of the doors have chimes so we know if our kids open any door during the day when the system is off. My detached garage has a separate panel and all the same sensors. No idea how much it costs but it's worth it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillJoy Posted January 6, 2012 Report Share Posted January 6, 2012 No idea how much it costs Rich People Problems :dumb: KillJoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tractor Posted January 6, 2012 Report Share Posted January 6, 2012 I've been going to install a system. Deciding on which company to go with. Anyone have experience with Alarm Force? I'm thinking ADT will have the most customization, but will also be expensive. At my place one of the main features I want is a driveway sensor. This will only need to be used when we are home and I want it as an early warning that someone is coming. Our driveway is over a quarter mile long and is a bottle neck into our property. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ackbar00 Posted January 6, 2012 Report Share Posted January 6, 2012 Good security system. Its what I use. http://www.csgbenefits.org/mossberg500.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted January 6, 2012 Report Share Posted January 6, 2012 I use a private guy - Scott Epelbaum - who set up my home for $26 a month, nothing up front. Was originally $25 but it went up a dollar once in the last 4 years. My house already had an old '80s Amex Warner security system for doors and windows, but he tested all the contact points and wiring and everything was good. Gemini system, cell phone communication with a battery back-up (since I don't have a landline phone at home), fire/smoke, and a pet-sensitive motion sensor in the main entrance/hallway. He was recommended to me from my bro-in-law, and I've since recommended him to a few other friends who have been very pleased. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twistedfocus1647545489 Posted January 6, 2012 Report Share Posted January 6, 2012 Good security system. Its what I use. http://www.csgbenefits.org/mossberg500.jpg Those don't work very well when you're not home. They just become someone else's security system. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XChris1632X Posted January 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 20, 2012 Anyone else have any more input? Was hoping that someone had some experience with ADT since that is what I am leaning to so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted January 20, 2012 Report Share Posted January 20, 2012 I had ADT like 10 years ago, it was good, they hooked me with free install and set-up, monitoring was $30 something a month. Will be considering it again when I buy another house. My wife loved it, even had a key fob to arm and disarm the house. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Jones Posted January 20, 2012 Report Share Posted January 20, 2012 The title of this thread causes inter-cranial bleeding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XChris1632X Posted January 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 20, 2012 I had ADT like 10 years ago, it was good, they hooked me with free install and set-up, monitoring was $30 something a month. Will be considering it again when I buy another house. My wife loved it, even had a key fob to arm and disarm the house. I like that kind of plan. The biggest thing I am worried about is that on the free installs they include door and window sensors and panel but they are all limited to just a couple. I just see that after needing 12 other sensors, the cost of installation will go through the roof. The title of this thread causes inter-cranial bleeding. Read it a few more times and bleed away then. Maybe after enough bleeding you will refuse to post useless information/opinions in the future. Somehow, I strongly doubt that though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigbird Posted January 20, 2012 Report Share Posted January 20, 2012 We have adt. Sensors on all doors, sensors on all first floor windows, and basement windows, motion sensors in basement, and first floor that are activated when we leave on vacation. Also, sensors in case the windows break. We also have the smoke detectors wired in to the system. Our control panel vocally states which door in the house opens, and all of the doors have chimes so we know if our kids open any door during the day when the system is off. My detached garage has a separate panel and all the same sensors. No idea how much it costs but it's worth it Your kids are gonna have a hell of a time trying to sneak out :lolguy: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tractor Posted January 20, 2012 Report Share Posted January 20, 2012 I just installed one of DSC Security's systems after reviewing many options. Easy to install and set up. I still have to put the sensor out in my driveway, but that will be easy once the weather gets a little better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XChris1632X Posted January 20, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 20, 2012 We have adt. Sensors on all doors, sensors on all first floor windows, and basement windows, motion sensors in basement, and first floor that are activated when we leave on vacation. Also, sensors in case the windows break. We also have the smoke detectors wired in to the system. Our control panel vocally states which door in the house opens, and all of the doors have chimes so we know if our kids open any door during the day when the system is off. My detached garage has a separate panel and all the same sensors. No idea how much it costs but it's worth it I take it that this was a system installed before you purchased the house? This is along the lines of what I am looking for. You happy with it? I just installed one of DSC Security's systems after reviewing many options. Easy to install and set up. I still have to put the sensor out in my driveway, but that will be easy once the weather gets a little better. What options do you have setup? I am definatly planning on a driveway sensor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tractor Posted January 20, 2012 Report Share Posted January 20, 2012 The system I picked up is the DSC Alexor series. For now I have door sensors, interior motion detectors in the right places. Alarm audio panels on all three stories of the house so we can hear it well. I'm about to sign up with monitoring, I'm going to go with cellular as the communication medium since we don't have a phone line. Adding IP is easy, but really I just want the thing to make noise and call someone if there is a problem. It can also be set up to text my phone or I could web in to the system for more $$. The driveway sensor will be cool and I can't wait to install it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wnaplay1647545503 Posted January 20, 2012 Report Share Posted January 20, 2012 Jaron was/is involved with owning a home security company I believe, maybe hit him up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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