How much for a good home security system?

Question

What do I need for a basic home security system.

I don't want anything elaborate as I live in a "safe" area.

I want something like a remote operated button that my elderly mom can push in an event someone breaks in. A loud alarm that will go off both inside and outside to "scare" any robbers and alert her neighbors.

Answer 1

remember nothing is for free i would call you local adt office or call 1-800-adt-asap

Answer 2

We paid about 800 for a basic system - our windows, sliding doors and outside doors needed to be wired. We had a three keypads put in. We do not have a panic button but we do have an outside alarm that goes off really loudly (my kids have set it off). I would be careful about a panic button depending on how likely your mom is to set it off. Our town charges to send out cops to your home for a false alarm call. Your get one "free" visit" and any thereafter are $50.00.  Our  quarterly charge to have it monitored are about $100.

We only had the first floor and the basement done and the second floor windows are not alarmed.

You can also get a self installed alarm at Radio Shack. Or even cheaper just get motion alarms that you can place on doors and windows.

Good luck - I like our system, we live in a rural area and even our neighbors can hear our alarm and do call when it has gone off.

Answer 3

Actually most if not all security companies have the same products.   Shop around and they can give you quotes.   The truth about all of these companies is the sign that they put out in front of the home is the biggest deterrent than the actual security system.   Let the companies come into the home and they have the experience to show you what products would be the most effective for your mother's situation.   Have your mother there so she can have input on what products make her feel more secure.

Answer 4

Where are you from?  I could see if one of our representatives is in your area.  We provide a keypad, as well a a key chain remote.  The system also includes 3 contacts for doors and windows as well as a motion detector.  We also have our own installers.  All you would pay up front is the $34.99 monthly monitoring fee.  The representative may also charge a $99 activation fee, but this can be waved with a decent credit score.    Let me know and email if you have any other questions!  Thanks!