You're not being paranoid. A crime happens every minute in the Houston area, and your chance of becoming a property crime victim here is 1 in 22. That's not a statistic you ignore when you've got kids at home or a business to protect.
The right security alarm changes how you feel when you lock the door. You're not wondering if someone's going to kick it in while you're at work or on vacation. You're not second-guessing whether your cameras are actually recording or if your system will fail when a storm knocks out power.
You get real-time alerts on your phone. You see who's at the door before you open it. And if something does happen, you've got 24/7 monitoring that contacts authorities immediately—not in five minutes, not after you've tried calling back. Immediately.
That's what a properly installed, professionally monitored security system does. It removes the constant low-level anxiety that comes with owning property in a metro area where break-ins aren't rare.
Choose the security solution that fits your needs. All plans include 24/7 professional monitoring and local Houston-area support.
We're not a national call center with techs who've never seen your neighborhood. We're a family-owned Houston company that's been installing and monitoring security alarms in IAH / Airport Area and surrounding communities for over 15 years.
We've protected more than 700 homes and businesses. We're 100% licensed and insured. We've won the Angie's List Super Service Award and Best of Home Advisor recognition because we show up, we install it right, and we're here when you call.
You're not locked into some three-year contract with hidden fees. You're working with people who live here, understand how Houston weather affects systems, and know that when your alarm goes off at 2 a.m., you need someone who answers.
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First, we come to your property. Not to sell you the most expensive package, but to actually look at your layout, entry points, blind spots, and what you're trying to protect. Every property is different, and cookie-cutter systems leave gaps.
We walk you through what makes sense for your situation—motion detectors, video doorbells, smart locks, window sensors, cameras with night vision. We explain how each piece works, what it costs, and why it matters. No jargon. No upselling equipment you don't need.
Once you're clear on the plan, we schedule installation—often within 24 to 48 hours. Our techs show up on time, install everything properly, test the system with you, and make sure you know how to arm it, disarm it, and access it remotely from your phone.
After that, your system is monitored 24/7. If an alarm trips, our monitoring center gets notified instantly and follows your protocol—whether that's contacting you first, calling the police, or both. You're not dealing with this alone.
Our customizable alarm systems aren't one-size-fits-all boxes. You get equipment that fits your property, your budget, and your lifestyle—whether that's a small home with basic door and window sensors or a larger property with multiple cameras, smart lighting, and integrated locks.
Every system includes professional installation by licensed techs who've done this hundreds of times. You're not watching YouTube videos trying to mount cameras or configure Wi-Fi settings. We handle it, test it, and show you how to use it before we leave.
You also get 24/7 professional monitoring. That means someone is always watching your system, ready to respond if something triggers. False alarms happen, but we help you set up your system correctly from the start to minimize them—proper sensor placement, pet-immune motion detectors, and user training that actually makes sense.
And because this is Houston, we make sure your system works during storms. Backup batteries keep sensors active when power goes out. Cellular connectivity means your system stays online even if your internet drops. We've seen what happens during hurricanes, and we build systems that don't fail when conditions get rough.
Installation costs depend on the size of your property and what you're protecting. A basic system for a small home with door sensors, a control panel, and monitoring might start around $300 to $500 for equipment, plus monthly monitoring fees typically between $30 and $60.
Larger homes or businesses with multiple entry points, cameras, smart locks, and more advanced features will cost more—sometimes $1,000 to $2,500 for equipment depending on what you need. But here's the thing: we don't hide costs in long-term contracts or jack up monitoring fees to cover "free" equipment.
We give you transparent pricing upfront. You know what the equipment costs, what installation costs, and what monitoring costs. No surprises six months in when you realize you're locked into paying double the market rate for three more years.
Yes, if it's set up correctly. Most modern security systems include backup batteries that keep sensors, control panels, and communication active when power goes out. Depending on the system, backup power can last anywhere from 4 to 24 hours.
We also use cellular connectivity as a backup to your internet connection. If your Wi-Fi goes down during a storm—which happens frequently in Houston—your system still communicates with our monitoring center through cellular networks. You don't lose protection just because your router's offline.
That said, not all systems are built the same. Some cheap DIY setups rely entirely on Wi-Fi and have weak battery backups. When we install your system, we make sure it's designed to handle Houston weather, including power outages, heavy rain, and high winds that knock out infrastructure.
False alarms are frustrating, and they're one of the biggest complaints people have about security systems. The good news is most false alarms come from user error or poor installation—not faulty equipment.
We reduce false alarms by setting up your system correctly from day one. That means placing motion sensors where pets won't trigger them, adjusting sensitivity settings for your environment, and teaching you how to properly arm and disarm the system. A lot of false alarms happen because someone forgets to disarm before opening a door or doesn't understand the entry delay.
We also program your system with verification steps. If an alarm goes off, our monitoring center can check cameras or contact you before dispatching police. That extra layer of confirmation cuts down on unnecessary police calls and keeps you from getting fined for repeated false alarms—which some cities do charge for.
Yes. Most of the systems we install include smart home integration that lets you control everything from your phone—arm or disarm the system, check camera feeds, lock or unlock smart doors, and get real-time alerts if a sensor is triggered.
You can also set up custom notifications. For example, you can get an alert when your kids get home from school and disarm the system, or when a door opens after a certain time at night. It's not just about security—it's about knowing what's happening at your property even when you're across town or out of state.
The app works on both iOS and Android, and it's designed to be simple. You're not navigating through ten menus to check a camera. Everything is laid out clearly so you can see what you need in seconds.
If your alarm is triggered, our 24/7 monitoring center is notified immediately. Depending on how we've set up your system and your preferences, we'll either contact you first to verify if it's a real emergency or dispatch authorities right away.
Most people prefer a quick verification call. If we can't reach you or you confirm there's a problem, we contact police and provide them with your address and any relevant details. The whole process happens in under a minute—not five or ten minutes later after you've tried to handle it yourself.
You also get an alert on your phone the moment the alarm trips, so you're not finding out hours later that something happened. If you have cameras, you can pull up live footage immediately to see what triggered the alarm before anyone even calls you.
Not with us. A lot of national companies advertise "free" equipment and then lock you into three- to five-year contracts with inflated monthly monitoring rates. By the time you've paid off the equipment, you've spent thousands more than if you'd just bought it upfront.
We don't operate that way. You pay for your equipment upfront at a fair price, and your monthly monitoring fee is transparent and competitive. If you ever want to cancel or switch providers, you're not trapped in a contract that penalizes you for leaving.
We'd rather earn your business by showing up when you need us and providing reliable service than by locking you into terms you didn't fully understand when you signed up. You stay because the system works and we're responsive—not because you're legally obligated to.
