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Selecting a Security System for Your Home

17 August, 2011

If you are in the market for a home security system, it's a good idea to do your research before selecting the system and the security company that will work the best for you. Home security is a big decision, and you definitely want to do some research before you buy.

Most break-ins and burglaries don't even make it on the evening news because the media doesn't have time to cover every crime that happens each day. If your home is the one that gets burglarized, you will certainly see it as news worthy and important. So what are some things that you should look for when selecting home security equipment for your home?

Pricing is the most common deciding factor that decides what equipment most people purchase. Home security equipment comes in a wide variety of pricing depending on the services you need and how long you make a contract for. Monitoring services are not usually included in the initial cost of the security equipment, but most of the time you can get some great discounts when you buy a system from a company that offers monitoring services. Many companies offer discounted equipment, installation and even monitoring discounts.

Another very important factor when selecting a security company is the reputation of the business. It can't hurt to see how long they've been in business and if they have any pending issues with the Better Business Bureau. Companies that have been around for awhile have proved the test of time, so you don't need to be as concerned with them going out of business. Also, check into customer satisfaction ratings. Most companies provide their customer satisfaction information to the public, and if they don't there is probably a reason.

Your home is your biggest investment, and you want to make sure to take the time needed to do your research on equipment and services before you trust your home in just anyone's hands.

$99.00 Customer Installation Charge. 36-Month Monitoring Agreement required at $35.99 per month ($1,295.64). Form of payment must be by credit card or electronic charge to your checking or savings account. Offer applies to homeowners only. Local permit fees may be required. Satisfactory credit history required. Certain restrictions may apply. Offer valid for new ADT Authorized Dealer customers only and not on purchases from ADT Security Services, Inc. Other rate plans available. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Licenses: AL-11-1104, AK-35221, AR-E08-014, AZ-ROC217517, CA-ACO6320, CT-ELC.0193944-L5, DE-07-212, FL-EC13003427, EC13003401, GA-LVA205395, HI-CT30946, IA-AC-0036, ID-39131, IL-127.001042, IN-City of Indianapolis: 80988, KY-City of Louisville: 483, LA-F1082, MA-1355C, MD-107-1626, ME-LM50017382, MI-3601205773, MN-TS01807, MO-City of St. Louis: CC354, St. Louis County: 53328, MS-15007958, MT-247, NC-25310-SP-FA/LV, NC-1622-CSA, NE-14451, NJ-34BF00021800, NM-353366, NV-68518, City of Las Vegas: B14-00075-6-121756, C11-11262-L-121756, NY-Licensed by the N.Y.S. Department of State UID#12000286451, OH-53891446, City of Cincinnati: AC86, OK-1048, OR-170997, Pennsylvania Home Improvement Contractor Registration Number: PA22999, RI-3582, SC-BAC5630, TN-C1520, TX-B13734, ACR-3492, UT-6422596-6501, VA-115120, VT-ES-2382, WA-602588694/PROTEYH934RS, WI-City of Milwaukee: 0001697, WV-042433, WY-LV-G-21499. For full list of licenses, visit our website www.protectyourhome.com. Protect Your Home- 3750 Priority Way South Dr., Ste. 200, Indianapolis, IN 46240.

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