Alarm Monitoring Services
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3.5
Overall Score
Author: Kalicia Bateman
Alarm Monitoring Services provides exactly what its name implies. Its services include alarm monitoring of existing security systems. Alarm Monitoring Services offers a few low cost wireless alarm systems consumers can purchase. Alarm systems purchased through Alarm Monitoring Services must be self-installed. Alarm Monitoring Services gives consumers the option to obtain professional monitoring at one of the lowest costs available in the industry.
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The Good
- Monitor Using One of Several Signal Options
- 24/7 Professional Monitoring
Monitor Using One of Several Signal Options
Alarm Monitoring Services offers a monthly monitoring service. It allows consumers to select between landline, cellular monitoring, or a wireless home security system depending on which signal makes the most sense for their situation. Monitoring is provided by Intertek and Factory Alarm Monitoring Services. Its stations are Underwriters Laboratories compliant and have been certified through Central Station Services.
24/7 Professional Monitoring
Intertek and Factory Alarm Monitoring provide 24/7 professional monitoring of each security system. It is so sure consumers will receive a quick response time in the case of an emergency it guarantees a 30-second monitoring station response time or monitoring will be free for up to 6 months. The offer applies to actual burglary, hold-up ,or fire emergencies.
The Bad
- Does Not Offer Several Services
- Limited Inventory
- DIY Installation Only
Does Not Offer Several Services
Individuals who already have a security system are the best fit for Alarm Monitoring Services. The company is focused on providing professional monitoring. It does offer a few low-cost wireless alarm systems but lacks services several home security companies offer:
- Smart Home — the home security company offers no home automation services, including smart lock access and energy management.
- Video Surveillance — additionally, Alarm Monitoring Services does not provide any kind of video surveillance, including video doorbell camera. Rather the monitoring company appears to integrate with existing systems only.
- Comprehensive Security Equipment — despite its impressive monitoring center, Alarm Monitoring Services does not offer any comprehensive equipment packages for a home security system. The company does provide a low-cost starter system (DIY installation), but does not provide clarity on whether components like a motion sensor, base station/control panel, or other security equipment are included.
Limited Inventory
One of the disadvantages to purchasing an alarm system through Alarm Monitoring Services is that additional equipment cannot be purchased as a part of the package. An additional door and window sensor, motion detector, or similar equipment will have to be purchased through a different provider.
DIY Installation Only
Because Alarm Monitoring Services focuses on professional home security monitoring, they do not professionally install alarm systems. Each of the alarm systems it offers comes as a DIY installation project. Consumers who do not have an existing security system should feel comfortable with self-installation before purchasing a system through Alarm Monitoring Services.
The Bottom Line
Alarm Monitoring Services offers one of the most affordable monthly professional monitoring services on the market. Consumers with an existing alarm system can benefit from additional peace of mind 24/7 professional monitoring services can provide. The variety of signal options that can be used allow flexibility and the chance to receive monitoring based on the signal type that works best for each situation.
Alarm Monitoring Services does not offer a wide selection of security equipment; it only offers a DIY home security system and lacks several services offered by top competing home security companies. Consumers interested in more than monitoring services should go through a different security company providing those options.
