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Provider |
Starting Price |
Monitoring |
Contract |
Equipment |
Best For |
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Vivint |
$29.99/mo |
24/7 Professional |
60 months |
Included |
Smart home integration |
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ADT |
$28.99/mo |
24/7 Professional |
36 months |
Purchased |
Trusted brand, reliability |
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Ring |
$10/mo |
Self or Professional |
None |
Purchased |
No contract, DIY install |
View Plans |
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SimpliSafe |
$19.99/mo |
Self or Professional |
None |
Purchased |
Affordable, no contract |
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What Type of Security Do You Need?
Professional Monitoring
24/7 monitoring by trained agents who contact emergency services on your behalf. Best for families and homeowners wanting full protection. Providers: Vivint, ADT.
Self Monitoring
Get alerts on your phone and decide when to call for help yourself. No monthly fee. Best for budget-conscious households. Providers: Ring, SimpliSafe.
Smart Home Security
Integrates with your smart home devices — locks, lights, cameras, thermostats. Best for tech-forward households. Providers: Vivint, Ring.
Bundle with Internet or TV
Some providers offer home security as part of a bundle with internet or cable TV. Ask your agent about bundle pricing at your address.
What’s Included With Home Security
24/7 Professional Monitoring
Trained agents monitor your home around the clock and contact emergency services if an alarm is triggered
Door & Window Sensors
Sensors on every entry point alert you instantly if a door or window is opened unexpectedly
HD Security Cameras
Indoor and outdoor cameras with HD video, night vision, and motion detection included with most packages
Smart Doorbell Camera
See and speak to visitors at your door from anywhere with a smartphone app
Motion Detectors
Motion sensors cover key areas of your home and trigger alerts or alarms when unexpected movement is detected
Mobile App Control
Arm and disarm your system, view cameras, and get real-time alerts from anywhere on your phone
Which Home Security Provider Is Right for You?
Vivint
Best for smart home integration. Connects your security system with smart locks, lights, thermostats, and cameras in one app. Professional installation included. Requires a 60-month contract.
ADT
Best for trusted professional monitoring. Over 145 years in the industry with a nationwide network of monitoring centers. Requires a 36-month contract.
Ring
Best for no-contract flexibility. Affordable self-monitoring starting at $10/mo with no contract required. Professional monitoring available. DIY installation.
SimpliSafe
Best for affordable professional monitoring with no contract. Starts at $19.99/mo for professional monitoring with no long-term commitment required.
Which Home Security Provider Is Right for You?
Some providers let you bundle home security with your internet or cable TV service for additional savings.
Vivint + Internet Bundle
Vivint partners with select internet providers to offer bundled pricing. Call us to check bundle availability at your address.
ADT + Internet Bundle
ADT offers bundle discounts with select internet providers in certain markets. Call us to find out what’s available at your address.
Home Security Guides
How to Choose a Home Security System
Professional vs self monitoring, contract vs no contract, DIY vs professional install. Here’s how to pick the right system.
Home Security Contracts Explained
Vivint and ADT require long-term contracts. Ring and SimpliSafe don’t. Here’s what to know before you sign up.
Smart Home Security: Is It Worth It?
Vivint and Ring integrate with smart locks, lights, and thermostats. Here’s what smart home security actually includes.
Not Sure Which Security System Is Right for You?
Our agents compare every option at your address and help you find the right system at the best price.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything You Need to Know About Home Security
Understanding Home Security Monitoring
What happens when your alarm goes off, how monitoring centers work, and what response times to expect from professional monitoring.
Home Security Equipment Explained
Sensors, cameras, control panels, keypads, and smart locks. What every piece of equipment does and what you actually need.
How to Get the Best Deal on Home Security
Contract negotiation tips, equipment promotions, bundle discounts, and how to avoid overpaying on your monthly monitoring fee.