Here's what you're really paying for: someone monitoring your property 24/7 who knows the difference between your dog and an intruder. When your alarm triggers, you get a call within seconds. If you don't answer or there's a real threat, police are already on the way.
That's the difference between having cameras and having security monitoring. One records what happened. The other stops it from getting worse.
In Edgebrook Area, where Houston's property crime rate puts you at a 1-in-22 chance of becoming a victim, that response time matters. You're not just installing equipment. You're making sure someone's actually watching it and knows what to do when something's wrong.
Choose the security solution that fits your needs. All plans include 24/7 professional monitoring and local Houston-area support.
We're a family-owned alarm company that's been protecting homes and businesses across Houston since 2008. We're not a national call center. We're local, licensed, insured, and we've installed systems in over 700 properties in this area.
We've won the Angie's List Super Service award and Best of Home Advisor because we show up when we say we will and we don't disappear after installation. Our team lives here, works here, and understands what Edgebrook Area residents are dealing with when it comes to property crime and break-ins.
You'll talk to the same people throughout the process. And if something goes wrong at 2 a.m., we're the ones monitoring it—not someone three states away reading from a script.
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First, we come out and assess your property. We're looking at entry points, blind spots, and what actually makes sense for your layout. Not every home needs 12 cameras. Some need better motion detection or smarter placement.
Once we agree on a system, we schedule installation. Most jobs are done in a day. We mount the equipment, connect it to your network, integrate it with your phone, and test every sensor and camera before we leave. You'll know how to arm it, disarm it, and check it remotely before we're out the door.
After that, your system is live and monitored around the clock. If something triggers—motion, glass break, door sensor—our monitoring team gets the alert instantly. We'll call you first. If there's no answer or you confirm a problem, we're contacting police and emergency services while you're still on the phone.
You also get app access to control everything from anywhere. Arm your system from the office. Check your cameras from vacation. Get alerts when your kids get home from school. It's all connected, and it's all managed by people who actually know your setup.
Your system includes professional-grade motion detectors, door and window sensors, and a control panel that connects everything. We also install video doorbells, smart locks, and surveillance cameras depending on what you need. Everything integrates with your smartphone so you're never locked out of your own security system.
The monitoring service is 24/7. That's not marketing language—it means someone is watching your property every hour of every day. If your alarm goes off at 3 a.m. on Christmas, we're responding. If you get a low battery alert, we'll walk you through fixing it over the phone or come out if needed.
We also offer smart home integration. If you've already got smart lighting or a thermostat, we can tie it into your security system. Lights can trigger when motion is detected. Locks can auto-engage when you arm the system. It's about making your home work smarter, not harder.
And because this is Houston, we know what matters here. Fast response times in a city where over 20,000 burglaries were reported in 2022. Systems that hold up in heat and humidity. Local support that doesn't route you to a call center in another state when you need help.
When your alarm goes off, our monitoring center receives the alert in real time—usually within seconds. You'll get a phone call immediately to verify whether it's a false alarm or a real emergency. If we can't reach you, or if you confirm there's a problem, we're contacting police and emergency services right away.
Response time depends on your local police department's availability, but we're not waiting around to figure out if it's serious. We treat every alert like it matters because in Edgebrook Area, where property crime is a real concern, hesitation is what gets people hurt or robbed.
You'll also get a notification on your phone the moment any sensor is triggered, so you're never in the dark about what's happening at your property. That's the whole point of professional monitoring—someone's always paying attention, even when you're asleep or out of town.
Yes. Once your system is installed, you'll have full app access to arm, disarm, and monitor everything remotely. You can check live camera feeds, lock or unlock smart locks, get alerts when doors open, and even control connected lights or thermostats if you've integrated them.
The app works anywhere you have cell service or WiFi. That means you can arm your system from the office if you forgot, check on your house while you're on vacation, or let someone in remotely if they need access while you're gone.
It's all managed through one interface, so you're not juggling three different apps for cameras, locks, and alarms. And if you ever get confused or something's not working right, our team can walk you through it over the phone or troubleshoot remotely. We set it up so it's simple to use, not something you need a tech degree to figure out.
False alarms happen. A pet sets off a motion detector. You forget to disarm before opening the door. A sensor gets bumped. It's frustrating, but it's also why we call you first before contacting authorities.
When your alarm triggers, our monitoring team will call the number on file. If you answer and confirm it's a false alarm, we'll cancel the alert and log it. No police dispatch, no fees. If you don't answer and we can't verify, we're assuming it's real and proceeding with emergency contact.
Some cities, including parts of Houston, do charge fees for repeated false alarms after a certain number per year. We help you avoid that by making sure your system is installed correctly from the start and by offering phone support to adjust sensitivity settings if you're getting too many false triggers. The goal is a system that catches real threats without crying wolf every time the cat walks by.
No. Most of our systems use cellular or internet connections to communicate with our monitoring center, so you don't need a landline. In fact, cellular is often more reliable because it can't be cut by someone snipping a phone line outside your house.
If your internet goes down, a cellular backup kicks in automatically. If power goes out, your system has a battery backup that keeps it running. We design these systems to work even when things go wrong, because that's exactly when you need them most.
During installation, we'll test the connection to make sure signals are getting through clearly. If you're in an area with weak cell service, we'll adjust the setup or add a signal booster. The point is that your system stays connected no matter what, and you're not paying for an outdated landline just to make your alarm work.
Monitoring costs vary depending on what equipment you have and what level of service you want, but most residential plans in the Houston area range from $30 to $60 per month. That includes around-the-clock monitoring, app access, and customer support. There are no activation fees or hidden charges with us.
Installation costs depend on the size of your property and how many sensors, cameras, and devices you're adding. We'll give you a clear quote upfront based on what your home actually needs—not what makes us the most money. Some homes need a full system. Others just need a few upgrades to what they already have.
We're not the cheapest option in Houston, and that's intentional. You're paying for local service, fast response, and a team that's been doing this for over 15 years. The companies charging $15 a month are usually routing your alerts to a call center that handles 10,000 other customers and doesn't know your address from anyone else's. We're small enough to know who you are when you call.
In most cases, yes. If you've already got cameras, smart locks, or other devices installed, we can usually integrate them into a new security system as long as they're compatible with our monitoring platform. That saves you money and keeps you from ripping out equipment that's already working.
During the initial assessment, we'll check what you have and test whether it can connect. Some older systems or proprietary devices won't play nice with newer tech, but we'll tell you that upfront. If something can't integrate, we'll explain why and give you options that make sense for your budget.
The goal is a system that works together—not a patchwork of devices that don't talk to each other. Whether that means using what you've got or upgrading a few pieces, we'll build something that actually functions as a complete security monitoring system, not just a collection of gadgets.
