You're not looking for a sticker on your window. You need a home alarm system that works when something actually happens—at 2 a.m., during a storm, or when you're three states away on vacation.
That's what real security monitoring does. Your system connects to a monitoring center that's staffed around the clock. Motion detected at your back door? We see it. Glass breaks in the kitchen? We're calling you and dispatching help before you've even checked your phone.
It's not about fear. It's about control. You get alerts the second something's wrong, and our trained professionals handle the response while you're still figuring out what happened. That's the difference between having an alarm company and having an actual security system that protects your home.
In Acres Home, where property crime runs 34% above average and vehicle theft sits 32% higher than typical neighborhoods, that kind of response matters. You're not overreacting by wanting better protection. You're being realistic about your block.
Choose the security solution that fits your needs. All plans include 24/7 professional monitoring and local Houston-area support.
We're not a call center in another state. We're a family-owned alarm company that's been installing and monitoring home security systems across Houston since 2008, with over 700 properties protected and counting.
We've earned the Angie's List Super Service Award and Best of Home Advisor recognition because we show up fast, explain things clearly, and don't lock you into contracts you'll regret. Most installations happen within 24 to 48 hours. Many get done the same day you call.
We're licensed, insured, and local. That means when you call about your alarm security system, you're talking to someone who knows Acres Home, understands the weather challenges Houston throws at us, and has probably installed systems on your street. You're not a ticket number. You're a neighbor.
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First, we talk. Not a sales pitch—a real conversation about what you're dealing with, what you want protected, and what your home actually needs. We'll ask about your layout, your routines, and whether you've got an existing system that's just sitting there doing nothing.
Then we design your setup. Motion detectors, door sensors, glass break detectors, cameras, smart locks—whatever makes sense for your situation. If you want your alarm system integrated with your phone or smart home devices, we build that in. If you just want solid monitoring without the extras, that works too.
Installation comes next, and it's usually fast. Our technicians mount equipment, test every sensor, walk you through the controls, and make sure you're comfortable using everything before they leave. No confusion, no "figure it out yourself" manuals.
After that, your monitoring starts. Your home alarm system connects to our 24/7 monitoring center through cellular backup, so even if your power or internet goes out during a storm, you're still covered. When your system triggers, we verify the alert and respond—whether that's contacting you, calling emergency services, or both. You'll also get mobile alerts so you always know what's happening at home, even when you're not there.
Your security monitoring covers intrusion detection, fire alarms, carbon monoxide alerts, and emergency panic buttons. If any sensor trips, our monitoring team sees it immediately and follows the protocol you've set with us—call you first, call the police, or both.
You'll get a control panel that's actually easy to use, plus a mobile app that lets you arm or disarm your system remotely, check camera feeds, lock doors, and get real-time notifications. No complicated menus. No tech degree required.
We also include cellular backup and battery backup, which matters in Acres Home where storms knock out power regularly. Your home security system keeps running when the lights don't. And if you've already got an old alarm security system installed that's not active, we can often reactivate and upgrade it without replacing everything—saving you money and hassle.
Monthly monitoring starts at $17 with no long-term contracts. You're not locked in for three years hoping we'll actually answer the phone when you need us. Stay as long as it makes sense. Leave if it doesn't. We'd rather earn your business every month than trap you in fine print.
One more thing: most homeowners with monitored systems qualify for insurance discounts between 5% and 20%. That can offset your monitoring cost entirely, which means you're getting professional protection for almost nothing out of pocket.
When your system triggers, our monitoring center sees the alert within seconds. We'll immediately try to reach you using the contact numbers you've provided—usually your cell first, then your backup contacts.
If it's a real emergency and you confirm it, or if we can't reach you and the situation looks serious, we dispatch police or fire services right away. That entire process typically happens in under two minutes from the moment your alarm trips.
Compare that to you waking up, realizing something's wrong, finding your phone, and calling 911 yourself. Professional monitoring cuts that response time significantly, and in situations where every second counts, that gap matters. You're also covered if you're not home or can't get to a phone.
Probably, yes. Most existing alarm systems can be reactivated and connected to professional monitoring, even if they've been sitting dormant for years.
We'll come out, inspect your current equipment, test the sensors and panel, and determine what's still functional. In many cases, we can get your old system back online with minimal upgrades—maybe adding cellular communication if it's still using a phone line, or replacing a sensor or two that's stopped working.
If your equipment is too outdated or incompatible, we'll recommend a new system, but we always check first. Reactivating what you've already got is almost always cheaper than starting from scratch, and we'd rather save you money if the option's there.
Your system keeps working. Every security monitoring setup we install includes battery backup that powers your panel and sensors even when the electricity's out.
Most backup batteries last 24 hours or more on a full charge, which covers the vast majority of outages in the Houston area. Your system also uses cellular communication to reach our monitoring center, so even if your internet goes down with the power, alerts still get through.
This is critical in Acres Home where hurricanes and severe storms are a real threat. You don't lose protection right when you need it most. Your alarm security system stays active, your monitoring stays connected, and we're still watching your home until the lights come back on.
Cameras are great for seeing what happened after the fact. Monitoring is about stopping things while they're happening.
If someone breaks a window at 3 a.m. and you've only got cameras, you'll get a notification on your phone—assuming you hear it, wake up, and check it in time. Then you still have to call the police yourself and hope they're available. Meanwhile, the intruder has those critical minutes to grab what they want and leave.
With professional security monitoring, the alarm triggers, our center sees it immediately, verifies the threat, and dispatches police while you're still trying to wake up. The response happens whether you're home, asleep, on vacation, or stuck in a meeting with your phone on silent.
Cameras and monitoring work best together. Cameras give you visual confirmation and evidence. Monitoring gives you rapid response and someone actively protecting your home 24/7. One's a recording device. The other's an actual security system.
Our monitoring starts at $17 per month for basic service with no long-term contract. That covers 24/7 professional monitoring, cellular backup, and emergency dispatch.
If you want additional features like smart home integration, video monitoring, or advanced automation, the cost goes up depending on what you add—typically landing somewhere between $25 and $50 per month for most homeowners. We'll give you exact pricing based on your specific setup during the consultation.
Here's what matters: most insurance companies offer discounts between 5% and 20% when you've got a monitored alarm system. For a lot of homeowners, that discount covers the entire monthly monitoring cost or comes close. You're essentially getting professional protection for free, or nearly free, just from the insurance savings alone.
Most installations happen within 24 to 48 hours of your call. If your schedule's tight or the situation's urgent, we can often get a technician out the same day.
The actual installation usually takes two to four hours depending on the size of your home and how many sensors and devices you're adding. Our technicians mount the panel, install door and window sensors, set up motion detectors and cameras if you're including them, and test everything to make sure it's working correctly.
Before they leave, they'll walk you through how to use your system—arming it, disarming it, checking alerts on your phone, and what to do if something triggers. You're not left guessing. By the time we're done, your home security system is active, monitored, and you know exactly how to use it.
