[DBaty]

I am paranoid and want to have a security/fire detection system installed to give me peace of mind when I am away. Recommendations for installers?

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by DBaty

I am paranoid and want to have a security/fire detection system installed to give me peace of mind when I am away. Recommendations for installers?

I installed a "SimpliSafe" system myself. It can be monitored if you wish, but you need an internet connection.

They have specials on a basic system and you can add more components to your liking. It took me about 90 minutes to have mine installed and up and running...

[villagetinker]

I was looking at having a system installed, when I was quoted around $3500, I went with a DIY system.

[keepsake]

Be careful with the 'backdoors' that could come with a DIY system. You don't want cloud monitoring. There is nothing secure about the cloud. Have your own server at your house and remotely access it with your own tools.

Read up on the baggage that comes with Ring cameras and you will see all your want to know.

[JoMar]

Thoroughbred Alarm, Rob Chadwick, Thoroughbred Alarm. They use Honeywell equipment, we have used Thoroughbred since we arrived in 2014. Great service and availability when you need them. The question, what price is security worth to you? There are many DIY's, many specialized providers and everyone that has one has an opinion.

[wisbad1]

Originally Posted by JMintzer

I installed a "SimpliSafe" system myself. It can be monitored if you wish, but you need an internet connection.

They have specials on a basic system and you can add more components to your liking. It took me about 90 minutes to have mine installed and up and running...

Ring cameras also

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by wisbad1

Ring cameras also

Yes. Ring is another option. I have a ring doorbell in my "northern" home.

When my daughter first moved into her own place, se bought the SimpliSafe system and I helped her install it. I liked it so much, when it was time, I went with the same system...

One benefit of Ring is that accessories are available at Best Buy and Home Depot (among other places)...

[dewilson58]

Galaxy Home Solutions in Wildwood.

Excellent.

[bsloan1960]

We've used SimpliSafe for 5 years. You install it yourself- it's wireless. It connects to monitoring via a built-in cell phone link, as well as via The Internet as a back up. It cost only about $400 and monitoring is less than $20 per month. They have frequent sales of 40% and 50% off so when you call be sure to ask for a discount if there isn't a sale at the time. Google will tell you they are the #1 recommended system for self-install. No. I don't work for them- just a happy customer.
SimpliSafe Home Security Systems | Wireless Home Security Alarms 1-800-297-1605

[Spalumbos62]

Originally Posted by DBaty

I am paranoid and want to have a security/fire detection system installed to give me peace of mind when I am away. Recommendations for installers?

I see my V house all day long while I'm in NY, or anywhere. I see when the lawn service arrives, a new renter, the neighborhood nucience dog that runs loose all night, go on my lawn. In addition we have great neighbors that watch the house. But with a system you can literally talk directly while they are at the door.
We have DYI "ring" on both our houses and love it. And yes, you can just keep adding cameras. Although you may not want battery operated bc you will have to get up to the unit to change, we have solars at roof line and frt door runs off our frt doorbell power supply.
I am sure you can find a handyman to install these. Best of luck

[HoosierPa]

Buys SimpliSafe or Ring security system with cameras and fire alarm and install it yourself in 30 minutes. They are wireless and very simple installs.

[JRcorvette]

Simply Safe is the way to go. I have had them for many years. Very east to setup and great cus service. Cost is the lowest you can find.

[maistocars]

ADT will do it

[Debbiedeluca]

Village Alarm. Andre and Dave are the best. I have security cameras throughout my home and property that gives me peace of mind. Am sure overkill, but I come from NYC/NJ ha!

[Jazzcat]

Originally Posted by Debbiedeluca

Village Alarm. Andre and Dave are the best. I have security cameras throughout my home and property that gives me peace of mind. Am sure overkill, but I come from NYC/NJ ha!

I agree, Village Alarm Have had their system for 6 years and feel very secure.