10-second breakdown:
Alarm Grid is turning heads for taking the customization trend to entirely new heights with the large and quite versatile line of security products. If you want to design a one-of-a-kind system to protect your specific home, they are definitely worth a look.
The good:
The flexibility is a great selling point. There isn’t a long-term contract (which goes against the grain of many competitors) and the monthly services you choose are versatile and almost as customizable as the equipment you can choose.
You can opt for either a wireless internet or cellular connection. If you are concerned about the reliability of only have one way to connect your system, you can choose to have dual connections for a greater peace of mind.
All equipment and features can be accessed and controlled through mobile devices if you have that option in your plan.
The bad:
Getting started can be pricey, with packages and startup costs that are higher than other providers.
Professional installation is not offered.
How it works:
If you’ve been doing your research and browsing through the various home security services currently out on the market, then the ‘create-your-own’ security system trend is probably no surprise to you by now.
How do you like the sound of no long-term contracts? That’s exactly what Alarm Grid bring to the table, and while it does naturally mean that you’ll have higher upfront equipment costs, you may come to find that the exchange is well worth it. With no activation fees, no contracts and no hidden charges, Alarm Grid has a broad appeal.
With their thoughtful a la carte system, building your own home security package has never been easier so long as the plethora of diverse options don’t overwhelm you. DIY lovers, say hello to your new home improvement project!
Partnered with with well-respected and highly praised Criticom Monitoring Services (CMS), Alarm Grid provides customers with the reliability that they deserve to protect their homes and families. With live operators on standby 24/7, in the event of an emergency, after confirming the alarm was real and not accidental, CMS will call and dispatch the proper authorities immediately. Be it a break-in, a house fire, or any other emergency.
Alarm Grid offers various Honeywell security systems to secure your home, as well as add-ons to enable home automation via Z-wave technology. Most packages offer three door/window sensors, one motion detector and a key fob. With their numerous selection and varying specs, getting in touch with their friendly customer service reps will help you put together a comprehensive system that’s perfect for your home.
Okay, now that you’ve build your perfect security system, what about monitoring? Alarm Grid offers four different subscriptions for their secure central station monitoring – Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum. All of these subscriptions offer you 24/7 monitoring via the CMS network.
Beginning at $15 per month for your Bronze subscription, you’ll receive a basic package that communicates via a phone or internet connection rather than a cellular network and provides a UL listed central station. For fans of cellular monitoring you will have to purchase their ‘Gold’ package, their most popular, or a higher level.
The highest tier is the Platinum subscription and includes their video and cellular monitoring package. With a $45 monthly fee it offers your UL listed central station, cellular monitoring, the ability to arm and disarm your alarm system via mobile app or computer, email and phone alerts for all alarm events, image sensors, video surveillance and a Z-wave remote control.
If you’ve purchased one of the Alarm Grid’s Z-wave enabled systems, this remote control will conveniently allow you to remotely access and control your locks, lights and thermostats when you’re not at home, which can be extremely useful for conserving energy.
What if you live in an area where a central station service isn’t available, or what if that’s just not what you desire for your home? Enter Alarm Grid’s ‘self monitoring’ subscription. Mirroring the CMS monitored subscriptions, self monitoring is a four-tiered collection of subscription packages as well, named Self Bronze, Self Silver, Self Gold, and Self Platinum.
Starting with their basic interactive “Self Bronze” subscription, at the low $10 per month you will receive email and phone alerts, internet communication for accessing interactive services such as Total Connect, and the ability to check and control your security via mobile app or computer. Stepping all the way up to their “Self Platinum” you’ll be using cellular communication for your interactive services, image sensors, video surveillance and again you get a Z-wave remote control, all for $35 per month.
If you’re looking to effectively reduce your monthly monitoring costs, Alarm Grid’s self monitoring plans make it possible. But keep in mind self monitoring comes with a great deal of responsibility as it requires you to contact the appropriate authorities or emergency professionals yourself, day or night. We all know that intrusions aren’t scheduled, it happens when you least expect it, so be mindful to take your lifestyle into consideration. If you’re on vacation, in a meeting, or even just asleep when the notification hits your text or email, it could result in significant delays in the authorities being notified.
Alarm Grid is making a name for itself as one of the best DIY home security systems with offerings that are truly versatile while being of sound quality and great value. With Alarm Grid there are options galore sitting readily available at your fingertips, this will result in more time and effort to assemble your perfect package, but it’s an effort well worth taking. Sleep easier knowing that your home is secure and both your plan and system are customized down to the smallest detail to suit all of your needs.
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