No requirement to call for a quote!
- All of our pricing is shown online
- Simple, no high pressure sales tactics like others
Forget multi-year alarm monitoring contracts and service commitments. Cancel anytime without penalty. No hidden fees.
True UL Central Station dispatch alarm monitoring at DIY pricing. Certificate for homeowner insurance discount provided.
Reactivate your existing security system without buying a new system. Honeywell, DSC, GE, Ademco, Interlogix, ADT, 2GIG and more compatibility.
Less expensive than ADT, Brinks, ProtectAmerica, Vivint, Frontpoint with better service. Save big without a 3 year contract!
Interactive services options for remote arm/disarm and control of lights, door locks, thermostats.
Inexpensive cellular, Internet/WIFI, or landline/VoIP connectivity with multiple backup options.
Did you know its possible to cut your Brinks alarm monitoring bill by more than HALF without long-term contracts? We takeover existing Brinks alarm panels everyday moving their former customers to our low-cost UL central stations without requiring contracts or expensive alarm system replacement.
Brinks has used many different brands and models of alarm systems over the years but in most cases we can monitor your system at substantially lower monthly rates. Brinks systems include Qolsys, DSC, Honeywell, Interlogix, and others. We are DIY focused and can guide you through the process over the telephone and can generally remote program your system saving you from the cost and burden of a technician coming to your home. We have been in the home security business for 35 years now and only use redundant UL certified central stations to securely and reliability protect your home.
My Brinks Alarm System
If you are not sure what alarm system you have installed just “click” the button below to help identify it by picture. We show all the major wireless and hardwired panels used the past 20 years.
Save Money
For control panels with a working landline, alarm monitoring starts at only $8.95. If using Internet its $12.95, and for cellular just $14.95. We have many options for interactive services (remote control of your alarm system via cell phone app) that vary with make and model of your existing system.
NOTE: As with any alarm monitoring takeover it is necessary to know the “Installer Code” for your particular alarm panel. This important code is used to modify the account number and telephone numbers (for landlines) programmed into the alarm panel. If this code is unknown its an easy matter to reset the code for example with Honeywell systems. With others the “default” installer code may still be active. If in doubt give us a call to understand if your Installer Code can be reset or use this link to see if the default Installer Code is still active.
Keep Your Existing Alarm Equipment
All existing equipment such as the alarm panel, keypads, sensors, etc. can usually still be used with our service. The only potential exception is a 3G cellular alarm communicator which can no longer be activated after June 2019 in the US. The good news this single component is easy to replace DIY if a 4G/5G LTE cellular communicator is needed allowing you to save significantly month after month.
Remote Control of Your Security System
Depending on your alarm system or Internet/cellular communicator in use we have multiple options for interactive Services (remote control) of your panel. We are an authorized security dealer with all the major players for interactive services: Alarm.com, Honeywell Total Connect 2, Alula, SecureNet, Telguard, Uplink, and Connect24. Just click any of the links above for specific service pricing and options.
Cellular Communicator Replacement/Upgrade
For recommended cellular communicators if a Brinks 3G model must be replaced see our Upgrade Existing Systems page. Just click the button below!
Easy Same-Day Switch!
We are here 9am – 8pm EST, 7 days a week handling alarm monitoring takeovers
Free Technical Support
Want to discuss your particular setup or requirements? Just give us a call!
800-840-6150
Affordable Landline UL Central Station Alarm Monitoring
We continue to provide quality UL central station alarm monitoring for thousands of customers across the US since 1987. While remote control of your security and home automation system from a smartphone is today’s top monitoring feature, for others however a truly low cost way to provide safety for their family is all that is needed. We provide an alarm monitoring certificate for your insurance company necessary to receive up to a 30% discount on your annual premium because you are using a UL central station to watch over your home. There is no lengthy contract commitment with any of our alarm monitoring plans!
If using VoIP (Voice over IP) through your Internet Service Provider (ISP) be sure this phone line is correctly connected to your alarm panel using an RJ31X jack. In most cases unless you specifically request the new digital telephone line be connected to your alarm panel it is not! Also be aware because VoIP is highly compressed by your ISP for voice communication, VoIP is not considered a reliable communication medium for digital alarm signals.
No Contract Landline Alarm Monitoring Pricing
If you are not sure what alarm system you have installed just “click” the button below to help identify it by picture. We show all the major wireless and hardwired panels used the past 20 years.
* Pricing shown includes a 15% annual pre-pay discount. A one-time $30 activation fee applies to all new central station accounts.
Landline/VoIP
Non-Interactive
Connect to our UL central station via POTS or VoIP landline. Be aware VoIP is an unreliable communication medium for digital alarm signaling. Also landlines have the risk of outside line tampering.Sale!
Limited Time Only
Connect to our UL central station via POTS or VoIP landline. Be aware VoIP is an unreliable communication medium for digital alarm signaling. Also landlines have the risk of outside line tampering.$8.95/mo
Connect to our UL central station via POTS or VoIP landline. Be aware VoIP is an unreliable communication medium for digital alarm signaling. Also landlines have the risk of outside line tampering.- No ContractWe offer all alarm monitoring plans with NO CONTRACTS. No long-term, multi-year commitments. We do offer pre-pay discounts for annual (15%), or just go month to month. Your choice and never any pressure to change.
- Pricing guaranteed for 24 months!Pricing continues at the signup pricing for a minimum of 24 months, with NO CONTRACT!
- Landline / VoIP ConnectivityConnect to our UL central station via POTS or VoIP landline. Be aware VoIP is an unreliable communication medium for digital alarm signaling. Also landlines have the risk of outside line tampering.
- UL Central Station DispatchWe have trained operators ready to respond and verify your alarm signals 24x7x365. This includes burglary alarms, life safety such as fire and CO, status signals (AC loss), and environmental alerts such as low temperature or flood detection. Up to 75 zones of protection which is more than you'll ever need!
- Text and Telephone NotificationReceive alarm notifications by both text and telephone. The central station will notify you or a family member/relative, neighbor etc. from your Call List if authorities were dispatched.
Affordable Interactive UL Central Station Alarm Monitoring
We offer discounted cellular and IP Internet interactive services with real UL central station alarm monitoring that will work with basically every professional alarm system on the market. The cellular/Internet communicator installed in your system is what determines what service we use to transmit your alarm signals and interactive commands (remote arm/disarm, home automation, video) to our central station and your smartphone app or PC. We are authorized dealers with Alarm.com, Honeywell AlarmNet, SecureNet, Alula, Telguard, UpLink, and Connect24.
In some cases the communicator in use is proprietary to the alarm company (such as ADT or Vivint for example) and would need to be replaced. This generally means replacing just the communicator, not the whole alarm panel. Non professional-grade systems such as Ring or SimpliSafe can ONLY be monitored by the manufacturer directly. There is no option to use outside dealers such as SafeHomeCentral with their equipment.
Alarm.com Cellular Alarm Monitoring
We include more Alarm.com options than anyone else.
Don’t be fooled. Not all Alarm.com dealers are the same!
We have the web’s best pricing and feature mix for Alarm.com interactive services combined with true UL central station alarm monitoring. If you own a compatible system from Qolsys, 2GIG, GE/Interlogix, DSC, or Honeywell we can help you start saving today! If you don’t have an Alarm.com cellular (or dual-path) communicator installed check our Alarm Communicator page to see if you can add one.
Note: Existing Verizon 3G/CDMA communicators can no longer be activated (or reactivated) after June 30, 2019. Currently activated cards will continue to operate until the Verizon 3G network shutdown December 31, 2022. For new activations after the cutoff date you will need either a Verizon LTE or AT&T LTE cellular communicator. Be aware many panels require a firmware update in order to use an LTE card.
No Contract Alarm.com Alarm Monitoring Pricing
* Pricing shown includes a 15% annual pre-pay discount. A one-time $15 activation fee applies to all new Alarm.com accounts.
* Compatible with Alarm.com communicators only
Self
Basic
Mobile App Control
No Central Station Dispatch
Enables wireless alarm signal communication to the central station as the primary or redundant signal path. No phone line or Internet connection is needed.$ 13.95 Cell and IP
Enables wireless alarm signal communication to the central station as the primary or redundant signal path. No phone line or Internet connection is needed.- Cellular ConnectivityEnables wireless alarm signal communication to the central station as the primary or redundant signal path. No phone line or Internet connection is needed.
- No ContractWe offer all alarm monitoring plans with NO CONTRACTS. No long-term, multi-year commitments. We do offer pre-pay discounts for annual (15%) or just go month to month. Your choice and never any pressure to change.
- Daily SupervisionMonitor panel connectivity with signal supervision between the control panel and Alarm.com to know when a panel is not responding.
- Remote Arming/DisarmingArm/disarm system remotely via web or mobile apps.
- System Status and Summary of Recent ActivityView an at-a-glance summary showing the current system status and any recent activity at the property via web or mobile apps
- User Code ManagementAdd/delete/edit user codes remotely, and track which users arm/disarm the system at what times. For systems with multiple partitions, choose which partition(s) each user code can access.
- Searchable 60-Day Event HistorySearch a 60-day history of events reported by the system, including alarms and other activity, via web or mobile apps. Customize the time frame of the search, and filter by device or event type. Download results as HTML or Excel files.
- Multiple Permission-Based Web LoginsCreate different “sub-users” for the account and grant varying levels of permissions for each user to view/change various settings in the Alarm.com online account.
- Multiple Partition SupportFor compatible GC3, iotega, IQ Panel 2, Concord, NetworX, and Neo control panels with multiple partitions, arm or disarm individual partitions via the web, add and assign new user codes to a specific set of partitions, see which sensors are in which partition, and filter the online event history by partition.
- Multi-System AccessAccess multiple security systems from a single account through a convenient drop-down menu in the Alarm.com online account and mobile apps. Great for primary home and vacation home.
- AlarmsReceive email/text message notifications for any type of alarm reported by the security system. These automated alarm alerts are in addition to the emergency response services provided by our UL central monitoring station.
- Arming/DisarmingReceive email/text message notifications from Alarm.com when the security system is armed or disarmed. These messages are not forwarded to our UL central station for action of logging.
- System EventsReceive email/text message notifications for power failures, sensor tampers and malfunctions, panel low battery, and other types of system events.
- No-Show AlertsReceive email/text message notifications if a certain person did not disarm the security system during selected times on chosen days.
- Arming RemindersReceive email/text message notifications if the security system is not armed by a particular time on chosen days.
- Geo-ServicesIntelligently trigger arming reminders and events based on Geo-Fence settings and mobile phone location.
- Sensor Activity Monitoring - 50 SensorsEven when the security system is disarmed, receive email/text message notifications for non-alarm activity reported by sensors including: door, window, cabinet, motion, and other various sensors. The Alarm.com module communicates ALL sensor and system activity that occurs 24/7 to Alarm.com’s Network Operations Centers, then sends customized notifications to selected recipients.
- Sensor-Left-OpenReceive email/text message notifications if a particular door, cabinet, or window sensor is left open for an extended period during specified time frames. Receive a Restoral Notification once the sensor is closed again.
Self
Enhanced
Mobile App Control
No Central Station Dispatch
Enables wireless alarm signal communication to the central station as the primary or redundant signal path. No phone line or Internet connection is needed.$ 15.95 Cell and IP
Enables wireless alarm signal communication to the central station as the primary or redundant signal path. No phone line or Internet connection is needed.- Cellular ConnectivityEnables wireless alarm signal communication to the central station as the primary or redundant signal path. No phone line or Internet connection is needed.
- No ContractWe offer all alarm monitoring plans with NO CONTRACTS. No long-term, multi-year commitments. We do offer pre-pay discounts for annual (15%) or just go month to month. Your choice and never any pressure to change.
- Daily SupervisionMonitor panel connectivity with signal supervision between the control panel and Alarm.com to know when a panel is not responding.
- Remote Arming/DisarmingArm/disarm system remotely via web or mobile apps.
- System Status and Summary of Recent ActivityView an at-a-glance summary showing the current system status and any recent activity at the property via web or mobile apps
- User Code ManagementAdd/delete/edit user codes remotely, and track which users arm/disarm the system at what times. For systems with multiple partitions, choose which partition(s) each user code can access.
- Searchable 60-Day Event HistorySearch a 60-day history of events reported by the system, including alarms and other activity, via web or mobile apps. Customize the time frame of the search, and filter by device or event type. Download results as HTML or Excel files.
- Multiple Permission-Based Web LoginsCreate different “sub-users” for the account and grant varying levels of permissions for each user to view/change various settings in the Alarm.com online account.
- Multiple Partition SupportFor compatible GC3, iotega, IQ Panel 2, Concord, NetworX, and Neo control panels with multiple partitions, arm or disarm individual partitions via the web, add and assign new user codes to a specific set of partitions, see which sensors are in which partition, and filter the online event history by partition.
- Multi-System AccessAccess multiple security systems from a single account through a convenient drop-down menu in the Alarm.com online account and mobile apps. Great for primary home and vacation home.
- AlarmsReceive email/text message notifications for any type of alarm reported by the security system. These automated alarm alerts are in addition to the emergency response services provided by our UL central monitoring station.
- Arming/DisarmingReceive email/text message notifications from Alarm.com when the security system is armed or disarmed. These messages are not forwarded to our UL central station for action of logging.
- System EventsReceive email/text message notifications for power failures, sensor tampers and malfunctions, panel low battery, and other types of system events.
- No-Show AlertsReceive email/text message notifications if a certain person did not disarm the security system during selected times on chosen days.
- Arming RemindersReceive email/text message notifications if the security system is not armed by a particular time on chosen days.
- Geo-ServicesIntelligently trigger arming reminders and events based on Geo-Fence settings and mobile phone location.
- Sensor Activity Monitoring - 50 SensorsEven when the security system is disarmed, receive email/text message notifications for non-alarm activity reported by sensors including: door, window, cabinet, motion, and other various sensors. The Alarm.com module communicates ALL sensor and system activity that occurs 24/7 to Alarm.com’s Network Operations Centers, then sends customized notifications to selected recipients.
- Sensor-Left-OpenReceive email/text message notifications if a particular door, cabinet, or window sensor is left open for an extended period during specified time frames. Receive a Restoral Notification once the sensor is closed again.
- Unexpected Activity AlertsReceive alerts whenever unexpected activity occurs, based on learned activity patterns. Alerts based on user face recognition are also available on select panels only and require the customer to opt in.
- LightsSend commands to turn lights on/off via web or mobile apps. Create automated light schedules to have specific lights turn on at certain times, for specified lengths of time. Create rules so a specific light turns on if a certain sensor is activated.
- LocksRemotely control door locks via web or mobile apps, see lock status (locked/unlocked) and receive email/text message notifications when a lock is accessed by a specific user.
- ThermostatsRemotely control thermostat(s) via web or mobile apps and easily create custom schedules to set temperatures based on time of day, day of week, activity patterns and the status of the security system to make properties run more efficiently
- Garage Door ControlRemotely manage and control garage doors via web or mobile apps. View garage door status, receive garage door alerts and close automatically when system is armed.
- Irrigation ControlRemotely monitor and control Rain Bird or Rachio irrigation systems from the mobile app.
- Audio IntegrationUse the mobile app to control music and audio from the Legrand On-Q® Digital Audio System
- LiftMaster® IntegrationIntegration with any supported LiftMaster product
- Lutron® IntegrationIntegration with any supported Lutron product.
Dispatch
Simple
No Mobile App Control
Central Station Dispatch
Enables wireless alarm signal communication to the central station as the primary or redundant signal path. No phone line or Internet connection is needed.$ 14.95 Cell and IP
Enables wireless alarm signal communication to the central station as the primary or redundant signal path. No phone line or Internet connection is needed.- Cellular ConnectivityEnables wireless alarm signal communication to the central station as the primary or redundant signal path. No phone line or Internet connection is needed.
- UL Central StationWe have trained operators ready to respond and verify your alarm signals 24x7x365. This includes burglary alarms, life safety such as fire and CO, status signals (AC loss), and environmental alerts such as low temperature or flood detection. Upto 75 zones of protection which is more than you'll ever need!
- No ContractWe offer all alarm monitoring plans with NO CONTRACTS. No long-term, multi-year commitments. We do offer pre-pay discounts for annual (15%) or just go month to month. Your choice and never any pressure to change.
- Daily SupervisionMonitor panel connectivity with signal supervision between the control panel and Alarm.com to know when a panel is not responding.
- Telephone NotificationReceive alarm notifications by telephone. The central status will notify you or a family member/relative, neighbor etc. from your Call List if authorities were dispatched.
Dispatch
Basic
Mobile App Control
Central Station Dispatch
Enables wireless alarm signal communication to the central station as the primary or redundant signal path. No phone line or Internet connection is needed.$ 17.95 Cell and IP
Enables wireless alarm signal communication to the central station as the primary or redundant signal path. No phone line or Internet connection is needed.- Cellular ConnectivityEnables wireless alarm signal communication to the central station as the primary or redundant signal path. No phone line or Internet connection is needed.
- UL Central StationWe have trained operators ready to respond and verify your alarm signals 24x7x365. This includes burglary alarms, life safety such as fire and CO, status signals (AC loss), and environmental alerts such as low temperature or flood detection. Upto 75 zones of protection which is more than you'll ever need!
- No ContractWe offer all alarm monitoring plans with NO CONTRACTS. No long-term, multi-year commitments. We do offer pre-pay discounts for annual (15%) or just go month to month. Your choice and never any pressure to change.
- Telephone NotificationReceive alarm notifications by telephone. The central status will notify you or a family member/relative, neighbor etc. from your Call List if authorities were dispatched.
- Crash & Smash ProtectionAlarm.com exclusive and patented technology, enables alarm signal transmission to the Central Station even if the security system is destroyed or disabled by an intruder. This happens during the dialer delay period on the WSF package and during dialer delay period, entry delay or alarm dialing process on the I, I+A and IG packages.
- Daily SupervisionMonitor panel connectivity with signal supervision between the control panel and Alarm.com to know when a panel is not responding.
- Remote Arming/DisarmingArm/disarm system remotely via web or mobile apps.
- System Status and Summary of Recent ActivityView an at-a-glance summary showing the current system status and any recent activity at the property via web or mobile apps
- User Code ManagementAdd/delete/edit user codes remotely, and track which users arm/disarm the system at what times. For systems with multiple partitions, choose which partition(s) each user code can access.
- Searchable 60-Day Event HistorySearch a 60-day history of events reported by the system, including alarms and other activity, via web or mobile apps. Customize the time frame of the search, and filter by device or event type. Download results as HTML or Excel files.
- Multiple Permission-Based Web LoginsCreate different “sub-users” for the account and grant varying levels of permissions for each user to view/change various settings in the Alarm.com online account.
- Multiple Partition SupportFor compatible GC3, iotega, IQ Panel 2, Concord, NetworX, and Neo control panels with multiple partitions, arm or disarm individual partitions via the web, add and assign new user codes to a specific set of partitions, see which sensors are in which partition, and filter the online event history by partition.
- Multi-System AccessAccess multiple security systems from a single account through a convenient drop-down menu in the Alarm.com online account and mobile apps. Great for primary home and vacation home.
- AlarmsReceive email/text message notifications for any type of alarm reported by the security system. These automated alarm alerts are in addition to the emergency response services provided by our UL central monitoring station.
- Arming/DisarmingReceive email/text message notifications from Alarm.com when the security system is armed or disarmed. These messages are not forwarded to our UL central station for action of logging.
- System EventsReceive email/text message notifications for power failures, sensor tampers and malfunctions, panel low battery, and other types of system events.
- No-Show AlertsReceive email/text message notifications if a certain person did not disarm the security system during selected times on chosen days.
- Arming RemindersReceive email/text message notifications if the security system is not armed by a particular time on chosen days.
- Geo-ServicesIntelligently trigger arming reminders and events based on Geo-Fence settings and mobile phone location.
- Sensor Activity Monitoring - 50 SensorsEven when the security system is disarmed, receive email/text message notifications for non-alarm activity reported by sensors including: door, window, cabinet, motion, and other various sensors. The Alarm.com module communicates ALL sensor and system activity that occurs 24/7 to Alarm.com’s Network Operations Centers, then sends customized notifications to selected recipients.
- Sensor-Left-OpenReceive email/text message notifications if a particular door, cabinet, or window sensor is left open for an extended period during specified time frames. Receive a Restoral Notification once the sensor is closed again.
Dispatch
Enhanced
Mobile App Control
Central Station Dispatch
Enables wireless alarm signal communication to the central station as the primary or redundant signal path. No phone line or Internet connection is needed.$ 19.95 Cell and IP
Enables wireless alarm signal communication to the central station as the primary or redundant signal path. No phone line or Internet connection is needed.- Cellular ConnectivityEnables wireless alarm signal communication to the central station as the primary or redundant signal path. No phone line or Internet connection is needed.
- UL Central StationWe have trained operators ready to respond and verify your alarm signals 24x7x365. This includes burglary alarms, life safety such as fire and CO, status signals (AC loss), and environmental alerts such as low temperature or flood detection. Upto 75 zones of protection which is more than you'll ever need!
- No ContractWe offer all alarm monitoring plans with NO CONTRACTS. No long-term, multi-year commitments. We do offer pre-pay discounts for annual (15%) or just go month to month. Your choice and never any pressure to change.
- Telephone NotificationReceive alarm notifications by telephone. The central status will notify you or a family member/relative, neighbor etc. from your Call List if authorities were dispatched.
- Crash & Smash ProtectionAlarm.com exclusive and patented technology, enables alarm signal transmission to the Central Station even if the security system is destroyed or disabled by an intruder. This happens during the dialer delay period on the WSF package and during dialer delay period, entry delay or alarm dialing process on the I, I+A and IG packages.
- Daily SupervisionMonitor panel connectivity with signal supervision between the control panel and Alarm.com to know when a panel is not responding.
- Remote Arming/DisarmingArm/disarm system remotely via web or mobile apps.
- System Status and Summary of Recent ActivityView an at-a-glance summary showing the current system status and any recent activity at the property via web or mobile apps
- User Code ManagementAdd/delete/edit user codes remotely, and track which users arm/disarm the system at what times. For systems with multiple partitions, choose which partition(s) each user code can access.
- Searchable 60-Day Event HistorySearch a 60-day history of events reported by the system, including alarms and other activity, via web or mobile apps. Customize the time frame of the search, and filter by device or event type. Download results as HTML or Excel files.
- Multiple Permission-Based Web LoginsCreate different “sub-users” for the account and grant varying levels of permissions for each user to view/change various settings in the Alarm.com online account.
- Multiple Partition SupportFor compatible GC3, iotega, IQ Panel 2, Concord, NetworX, and Neo control panels with multiple partitions, arm or disarm individual partitions via the web, add and assign new user codes to a specific set of partitions, see which sensors are in which partition, and filter the online event history by partition.
- Multi-System AccessAccess multiple security systems from a single account through a convenient drop-down menu in the Alarm.com online account and mobile apps. Great for primary home and vacation home.
- AlarmsReceive email/text message notifications for any type of alarm reported by the security system. These automated alarm alerts are in addition to the emergency response services provided by our UL central monitoring station.
- Arming/DisarmingReceive email/text message notifications from Alarm.com when the security system is armed or disarmed. These messages are not forwarded to our UL central station for action of logging.
- System EventsReceive email/text message notifications for power failures, sensor tampers and malfunctions, panel low battery, and other types of system events.
- No-Show AlertsReceive email/text message notifications if a certain person did not disarm the security system during selected times on chosen days.
- Arming RemindersReceive email/text message notifications if the security system is not armed by a particular time on chosen days.
- Geo-ServicesIntelligently trigger arming reminders and events based on Geo-Fence settings and mobile phone location.
- Sensor Activity Monitoring - 50 SensorsEven when the security system is disarmed, receive email/text message notifications for non-alarm activity reported by sensors including: door, window, cabinet, motion, and other various sensors. The Alarm.com module communicates ALL sensor and system activity that occurs 24/7 to Alarm.com’s Network Operations Centers, then sends customized notifications to selected recipients.
- Sensor-Left-OpenReceive email/text message notifications if a particular door, cabinet, or window sensor is left open for an extended period during specified time frames. Receive a Restoral Notification once the sensor is closed again.
- Unexpected Activity AlertsReceive alerts whenever unexpected activity occurs, based on learned activity patterns. Alerts based on user face recognition are also available on select panels only and require the customer to opt in.
- LightsSend commands to turn lights on/off via web or mobile apps. Create automated light schedules to have specific lights turn on at certain times, for specified lengths of time. Create rules so a specific light turns on if a certain sensor is activated.
- LocksRemotely control door locks via web or mobile apps, see lock status (locked/unlocked) and receive email/text message notifications when a lock is accessed by a specific user.
- ThermostatsRemotely control thermostat(s) via web or mobile apps and easily create custom schedules to set temperatures based on time of day, day of week, activity patterns and the status of the security system to make properties run more efficiently
- Garage Door ControlRemotely manage and control garage doors via web or mobile apps. View garage door status, receive garage door alerts and close automatically when system is armed.
- Irrigation ControlRemotely monitor and control Rain Bird or Rachio irrigation systems from the mobile app.
- Audio IntegrationUse the mobile app to control music and audio from the Legrand On-Q® Digital Audio System
- LiftMaster® IntegrationIntegration with any supported LiftMaster product
- Lutron® IntegrationIntegration with any supported Lutron product.
Dispatch
Gold
Mobile App Control
Central Station Dispatch
Enables wireless alarm signal communication to the central station as the primary or redundant signal path. No phone line or Internet connection is needed.$ 22.95 Cell and IP
Enables wireless alarm signal communication to the central station as the primary or redundant signal path. No phone line or Internet connection is needed.- Cellular ConnectivityEnables wireless alarm signal communication to the central station as the primary or redundant signal path. No phone line or Internet connection is needed.
- UL Central StationWe have trained operators ready to respond and verify your alarm signals 24x7x365. This includes burglary alarms, life safety such as fire and CO, status signals (AC loss), and environmental alerts such as low temperature or flood detection. Upto 75 zones of protection which is more than you'll ever need!
- No ContractWe offer all alarm monitoring plans with NO CONTRACTS. No long-term, multi-year commitments. We do offer pre-pay discounts for annual (15%) or just go month to month. Your choice and never any pressure to change.
- Telephone NotificationReceive alarm notifications by telephone. The central status will notify you or a family member/relative, neighbor etc. from your Call List if authorities were dispatched.
- Crash & Smash ProtectionAlarm.com exclusive and patented technology, enables alarm signal transmission to the Central Station even if the security system is destroyed or disabled by an intruder. This happens during the dialer delay period on the WSF package and during dialer delay period, entry delay or alarm dialing process on the I, I+A and IG packages.
- Daily SupervisionMonitor panel connectivity with signal supervision between the control panel and Alarm.com to know when a panel is not responding.
- Remote Arming/DisarmingArm/disarm system remotely via web or mobile apps.
- System Status and Summary of Recent ActivityView an at-a-glance summary showing the current system status and any recent activity at the property via web or mobile apps
- User Code ManagementAdd/delete/edit user codes remotely, and track which users arm/disarm the system at what times. For systems with multiple partitions, choose which partition(s) each user code can access.
- Searchable 60-Day Event HistorySearch a 60-day history of events reported by the system, including alarms and other activity, via web or mobile apps. Customize the time frame of the search, and filter by device or event type. Download results as HTML or Excel files.
- Multiple Permission-Based Web LoginsCreate different “sub-users” for the account and grant varying levels of permissions for each user to view/change various settings in the Alarm.com online account.
- Multiple Partition SupportFor compatible GC3, iotega, IQ Panel 2, Concord, NetworX, and Neo control panels with multiple partitions, arm or disarm individual partitions via the web, add and assign new user codes to a specific set of partitions, see which sensors are in which partition, and filter the online event history by partition.
- Multi-System AccessAccess multiple security systems from a single account through a convenient drop-down menu in the Alarm.com online account and mobile apps. Great for primary home and vacation home.
- AlarmsReceive email/text message notifications for any type of alarm reported by the security system. These automated alarm alerts are in addition to the emergency response services provided by our UL central monitoring station.
- Arming/DisarmingReceive email/text message notifications from Alarm.com when the security system is armed or disarmed. These messages are not forwarded to our UL central station for action of logging.
- System EventsReceive email/text message notifications for power failures, sensor tampers and malfunctions, panel low battery, and other types of system events.
- No-Show AlertsReceive email/text message notifications if a certain person did not disarm the security system during selected times on chosen days.
- Arming RemindersReceive email/text message notifications if the security system is not armed by a particular time on chosen days.
- Geo-ServicesIntelligently trigger arming reminders and events based on Geo-Fence settings and mobile phone location.
- Sensor Activity Monitoring - 50 SensorsEven when the security system is disarmed, receive email/text message notifications for non-alarm activity reported by sensors including: door, window, cabinet, motion, and other various sensors. The Alarm.com module communicates ALL sensor and system activity that occurs 24/7 to Alarm.com’s Network Operations Centers, then sends customized notifications to selected recipients.
- Sensor-Left-OpenReceive email/text message notifications if a particular door, cabinet, or window sensor is left open for an extended period during specified time frames. Receive a Restoral Notification once the sensor is closed again.
- Unexpected Activity AlertsReceive alerts whenever unexpected activity occurs, based on learned activity patterns. Alerts based on user face recognition are also available on select panels only and require the customer to opt in.
- LightsSend commands to turn lights on/off via web or mobile apps. Create automated light schedules to have specific lights turn on at certain times, for specified lengths of time. Create rules so a specific light turns on if a certain sensor is activated.
- LocksRemotely control door locks via web or mobile apps, see lock status (locked/unlocked) and receive email/text message notifications when a lock is accessed by a specific user.
- ThermostatsRemotely control thermostat(s) via web or mobile apps and easily create custom schedules to set temperatures based on time of day, day of week, activity patterns and the status of the security system to make properties run more efficiently
- Garage Door ControlRemotely manage and control garage doors via web or mobile apps. View garage door status, receive garage door alerts and close automatically when system is armed.
- Irrigation ControlRemotely monitor and control Rain Bird or Rachio irrigation systems from the mobile app.
- Audio IntegrationUse the mobile app to control music and audio from the Legrand On-Q® Digital Audio System
- LiftMaster® IntegrationIntegration with any supported LiftMaster product
- Lutron® IntegrationIntegration with any supported Lutron product.
- Image Capture on AlarmCapture motion activated images during system alarm events; up to 5 sets of images are automatically uploaded per event.
- Image Capture on DisarmCapture images during disarm events. Images can be uploaded to the image gallery.
- Daily Views RulesCreate rules to upload and send motion activated images captured during a specific time period.
- Additional Image UploadUpload additional images that were captured by the sensors and not automatically uploaded, such as extra alarm, entry delay or disarm images.
- Image AlertsReceive email/text message image alerts on images captured during alarms, Daily Views, or Peek-In requests.
Interactive Self-Monitoring
Same great Alarm.com features just without UL central station dispatch
Available dual-path cellular/Internet in the US or worldwide via Internet
We have the web’s best pricing and feature mix for Alarm.com self-monitored interactive services. If you own a compatible system from Qolsys, 2GIG, GE/Interlogix, DSC, or Honeywell we can help you start saving today! If you don’t have an Alarm.com cellular (or dual-path) communicator installed check our Alarm Communicator page to see if you can add one.
Self-monitored security systems are exactly what they sound like, they are alarm systems you technically monitor yourself. The key advantage is the cost savings over a professional UL central station dispatch plan while still retaining the modern interactive features that Alarm.com and their smartphone app provides. This includes not only notification of alarms and trouble issues at home received on the Alarm.com app but also remote arm and disarm control of your security system plus Z-Wave home automation and video options as well.
In areas where police response can be very slow the motivation for central station dispatch may not be very strong. Its not for everyone. Many people just want interactive control of their alarm and home automation devices.
Keep in mind “you” are responsible for calling your local police, fire, or medical departments in the event of an emergency at home with self-monitoring. If you miss the app alert on your phone or out of a WIFI or cellular service area an emergency may not be acted upon, at least in a timely manner. This is why we always recommend 24×7 UL central station dispatch to customers. Few insurance companies offer the typical 10% – 20% annual discount on premiums with self-monitored alarm systems.
For customers outside of the US our self-monitoring Alarm.com plans can be used anywhere in the world. In the US connectivity to Alarm.com is via cellular or dual-path cellular / Internet. But as long as you have Internet connectivity to Alarm.com you can use their interactive app and self-monitor a compatible system from outside the US!
Note: Existing Verizon 3G/CDMA communicators can no longer be activated (or reactivated) after June 30, 2019. Currently activated cards will continue to operate until the Verizon 3G network shutdown December 31, 2022. For new activations after the cutoff date you will need either a Verizon LTE or AT&T LTE cellular communicator. Be aware many panels require a firmware update in order to use an LTE card.
Honeywell Total Connect 2 Monitoring
More features with lower cost that anyone else!
For all Honeywell alarm panels with Honeywell AlarmNet compatible communicators
We have the web’s best pricing and feature mix for Honeywell AlarmNet with Total Connect 2 interactive services combined with true UL central station alarm monitoring. If you own a Honeywell Vista series hardwired panel (includes ADT SafeWatch Pro and FirstAlert) or a Honeywell’s all-in-one wireless Lynx Plus, Lynx Touch, or Lyric system we can help you start saving today! If you need an AlarmNet compatible cellular communicator we have them too!
Note: Existing Verizon 3G/CDMA communicators can no longer be activated (or reactivated) with Honeywell AlarmNet. Currently activated cards will continue to operate until the Verizon 3G network shutdown December 31, 2022. In addition existing AT&T 3G or 4G communicators can no longer be activated with AlarmNet after June 26th, 2019. For new activations after this cutoff date you will need either a Verizon LTE or AT&T LTE cellular communicator. Be aware many panels require a firmware update in order to use an LTE card.
No Contract Honeywell AlarmNet Alarm Monitoring Pricing
* Pricing shown includes a 15% annual pre-pay discount. A one-time $15 activation fee applies to all new central station accounts.
* Requires an AlarmNet compatibe communicator
$11.95 IP
$13.95 Cell
- Internet, Cellular, Redundant Connectivity OptionsConnect to AlarmNet and our UL Central Station via IP Internet/WIFI or optional Cellular or both for redundant communication paths.
- No ContractWe offer all alarm monitoring plans with NO CONTRACTS. No long-term, multi-year commitments. We do offer pre-pay discounts for annual (15%) or just go month to month. Your choice and never any pressure to change.
- Text and eMail NotificationsPush notifications of alarm events right to your phone, tablet, and/or PC. Includes Arm and Disarm, Trouble, AC Loss, etc.
- APLAdvanced Protection Logic protects alarm signaling when an intruder destroys your security system during the entry delay period before an actual alarm is triggered. Works with all compatible Honeywell panels such as Lynx Touch and Lyric.
- Daily SupervisionMonitor panel connectivity with signal supervision between the control panel and AlarmNet to know when a panel is not responding.
- Remote Arming/DisarmingArm/disarm system remotely via Total Connnect 2 web or mobile apps.
- System Status and Summary of Recent ActivityView an at-a-glance summary showing the current system status and any recent activity at the property via web or mobile apps
- User Code ManagementAdd/delete/edit user codes remotely, and track which users arm/disarm the system at what times. For systems with multiple partitions, choose which partition(s) each user code can access.
- Searchable 90-Day Event HistorySearch a 90-day history of events reported by the system, including alarms and other activity, via web or mobile apps. Customize the time frame of the search, and filter by device or event type. Download results as HTML or Excel files.
- Multiple Permission-Based Web LoginsCreate different “sub-users” for the account and grant varying levels of permissions for each user to view/change various settings in the Total Connect 2 online account.
- Multi-Site AccessAccess multiple security systems from a single account through a convenient drop-down menu in the Total Connect 2 online account and mobile apps. Great for primary home and vacation home.
- AlarmsReceive email/text message notifications for any type of alarm reported by the security system. These automated alarm alerts are in addition to the emergency response services provided by our UL central monitoring station.
- Arming/DisarmingReceive email/text message notifications from Total Connect 2 when the security system is armed or disarmed. These messages are not forwarded to our UL central station for action of logging.
- System EventsReceive email/text message notifications for power failures, sensor tampers and malfunctions, panel low battery, and other types of system events.
- Geo-ServicesIntelligently trigger arming reminders and events based on Geo-Fence settings and mobile phone location.
- Sensor Activity Monitoring - 50 SensorsEven when the security system is disarmed, receive email/text message notifications for non-alarm activity reported by sensors including: door, window, cabinet, motion, and other various sensors. Your system communicates ALL sensor and system activity that occurs 24/7 to AlarmNet's Network Operations Centers, then sends customized notifications to selected recipients.
- Video DoorbellIncludes remote viewing and interaction with a Honeywell Total Connect 2 video doorbell.
- Amazon Echo SupportAsk Alexa to arm your security system or get status. Alexa can not disarm for security reasons.
- WeatherReceive local weather on your Total Connect 2 app as well as compatible security system displays such as Lyric.
$15.95 IP
$17.95 Cell
- Internet, Cellular, Redundant Connectivity OptionsConnect to AlarmNet and our UL Central Station via IP Internet/WIFI or optional Cellular or both for redundant communication paths.
- No ContractWe offer all alarm monitoring plans with NO CONTRACTS. No long-term, multi-year commitments. We do offer pre-pay discounts for annual (15%) or just go month to month. Your choice and never any pressure to change.
- Text and eMail NotificationsPush notifications of alarm events right to your phone, tablet, and/or PC. Includes Arm and Disarm, Trouble, AC Loss, etc.
- APLAdvanced Protection Logic protects alarm signaling when an intruder destroys your security system during the entry delay period before an actual alarm is triggered. Works with all compatible Honeywell panels such as Lynx Touch and Lyric.
- Daily SupervisionMonitor panel connectivity with signal supervision between the control panel and Alarm.com to know when a panel is not responding.
- Remote Arming/DisarmingArm/disarm system remotely via Total Connect 2 web or mobile apps.
- System Status and Summary of Recent ActivityView an at-a-glance summary showing the current system status and any recent activity at the property via web or mobile apps
- User Code ManagementAdd/delete/edit user codes remotely, and track which users arm/disarm the system at what times. For systems with multiple partitions, choose which partition(s) each user code can access.
- Searchable 90-Day Event HistorySearch a 90-day history of events reported by the system, including alarms and other activity, via web or mobile apps. Customize the time frame of the search, and filter by device or event type. Download results as HTML or Excel files.
- Multiple Permission-Based Web LoginsCreate different “sub-users” for the account and grant varying levels of permissions for each user to view/change various settings in the Total Connect 2 online account.
- Multi-Site AccessAccess multiple security systems from a single account through a convenient drop-down menu in the Total Connect 2 online account and mobile apps. Great for primary home and vacation home.
- AlarmsReceive email/text message notifications for any type of alarm reported by the security system. These automated alarm alerts are in addition to the emergency response services provided by our UL central monitoring station.
- Arming/DisarmingReceive email/text message notifications from Total Connect 2 when the security system is armed or disarmed. These messages are not forwarded to our UL central station for action of logging.
- System EventsReceive email/text message notifications for power failures, sensor tampers and malfunctions, panel low battery, and other types of system events.
- Geo-ServicesIntelligently trigger arming reminders and events based on Geo-Fence settings and mobile phone location.
- Sensor Activity Monitoring - UnlimitedEven when the security system is disarmed, receive email/text message notifications for non-alarm activity reported by sensors including: door, window, cabinet, motion, and other various sensors. Your system communicates ALL sensor and system activity that occurs 24/7 to AlarmNet's Network Operations Centers, then sends customized notifications to selected recipients.
- Video DoorbellIncludes remote viewing and interaction with a Honeywell Total Connect 2 video doorbell.
- Amazon Echo SupportAsk Alexa to arm your security system or get status. Alexa can not disarm for security reasons.
- WeatherReceive local weather on your Total Connect 2 app as well as compatible security system displays such as Lyric.
- Smart ScenesSmart Scenes offer convenient automationof security and comfort settings. Triggered Smart Scenes are initiated by the system in response to user defined conditions occurring. Scheduled Smart Scenes are initiated by the system’s calendar and clock.
- LightsSend commands to turn lights on/off via web or mobile apps. Create automated light schedules to have specific lights turn on at certain times, for specified lengths of time. Create rules so a specific light turns on if a certain sensor is activated.
- LocksRemotely control door locks via web or mobile apps, see lock status (locked/unlocked) and receive email/text message notifications when a lock is accessed by a specific user.
- ThermostatsRemotely control thermostat(s) via web or mobile apps and easily create custom schedules to set temperatures based on time of day, day of week, activity patterns and the status of the security system to make properties run more efficiently
- Garage Door ControlRemotely manage and control garage doors via web or mobile apps. View garage door status, receive garage door alerts and close automatically when system is armed. Chamberlain and LiftMaster support!
$12.95 IP
$14.95 Cell
- Internet, Cellular, Redundant Connectivity OptionsConnect to AlarmNet and our UL Central Station via IP Internet/WIFI or optional Cellular or both for redundant communication paths.
- UL Central StationWe have trained operators ready to respond and verify your alarm signals 24x7x365. This includes burglary alarms, life safety such as fire and CO, status signals (AC loss), and environmental alerts such as low temperature or flood detection. Upto 75 zones of protection which is more than you'll ever need!
- No ContractWe offer all alarm monitoring plans with NO CONTRACTS. No long-term, multi-year commitments. We do offer pre-pay discounts for annual (15%), six months (5%) or just go month to month. Your choice and never any pressure to change.
- Alarm Monitoring CertificateWe supply you right away with a UL central station monitoring certificate for your insurance company so you can enjoy an annual discount on your premium, up to 20%!
- Telephone NotificationReceive alarm notifications by telephone. The central station will notify you or a family member/relative, neighbor etc. from your Call List if authorities were dispatched.
- APLAdvanced Protection Logic protects alarm signaling when an intruder destroys your security system during the entry delay period before an actual alarm is triggered. Works with all compatible Honeywell panels such as Lynx Touch and Lyric.
- Daily SupervisionMonitor panel connectivity with signal supervision between the control panel and AlarmNet to know when a panel is not responding.
$15.95 IP
$17.95 Cell
- Internet, Cellular, Redundant Connectivity OptionsConnect to AlarmNet and our UL Central Station via IP Internet/WIFI or optional Cellular or both for redundant communication paths.
- UL Central StationWe have trained operators ready to respond and verify your alarm signals 24x7x365. This includes burglary alarms, life safety such as fire and CO, status signals (AC loss), and environmental alerts such as low temperature or flood detection. Upto 75 zones of protection which is more than you'll ever need!
- No ContractWe offer all alarm monitoring plans with NO CONTRACTS. No long-term, multi-year commitments. We do offer pre-pay discounts for annual (15%) or just go month to month. Your choice and never any pressure to change.
- Alarm Monitoring CertificateWe supply you right away with a UL central station monitoring certificate for your insurance company so you can enjoy an annual discount on your premium, up to 20%!
- Text and eMail NotificationsPush notifications of alarm events right to your phone, tablet, and/or PC. Includes Arm and Disarm, Trouble, AC Loss, etc.
- Telephone NotificationReceive alarm notifications by telephone. The central station will notify you or a family member/relative, neighbor etc. from your Call List if authorities were dispatched.
- APLAdvanced Protection Logic protects alarm signaling when an intruder destroys your security system during the entry delay period before an actual alarm is triggered. Works with all compatible Honeywell panels such as Lynx Touch and Lyric.
- Daily SupervisionMonitor panel connectivity with signal supervision between the control panel and AlarmNet to know when a panel is not responding.
- Remote Arming/DisarmingArm/disarm system remotely via Total Connnect 2 web or mobile apps.
- System Status and Summary of Recent ActivityView an at-a-glance summary showing the current system status and any recent activity at the property via web or mobile apps
- User Code ManagementAdd/delete/edit user codes remotely, and track which users arm/disarm the system at what times. For systems with multiple partitions, choose which partition(s) each user code can access.
- Searchable 90-Day Event HistorySearch a 90-day history of events reported by the system, including alarms and other activity, via web or mobile apps. Customize the time frame of the search, and filter by device or event type. Download results as HTML or Excel files.
- Multiple Permission-Based Web LoginsCreate different “sub-users” for the account and grant varying levels of permissions for each user to view/change various settings in the Total Connect 2 online account.
- Multi-Site AccessAccess multiple security systems from a single account through a convenient drop-down menu in the Total Connect 2 online account and mobile apps. Great for primary home and vacation home.
- AlarmsReceive email/text message notifications for any type of alarm reported by the security system. These automated alarm alerts are in addition to the emergency response services provided by our UL central monitoring station.
- Arming/DisarmingReceive email/text message notifications from Total Connect 2 when the security system is armed or disarmed. These messages are not forwarded to our UL central station for action of logging.
- System EventsReceive email/text message notifications for power failures, sensor tampers and malfunctions, panel low battery, and other types of system events.
- Geo-ServicesIntelligently trigger arming reminders and events based on Geo-Fence settings and mobile phone location.
- Sensor Activity Monitoring - 50 SensorsEven when the security system is disarmed, receive email/text message notifications for non-alarm activity reported by sensors including: door, window, cabinet, motion, and other various sensors. Your system communicates ALL sensor and system activity that occurs 24/7 to AlarmNet's Network Operations Centers, then sends customized notifications to selected recipients.
- Video DoorbellIncludes remote viewing and interaction with a Honeywell Total Connect 2 video doorbell.
- Amazon Echo SupportAsk Alexa to arm your security system or get status. Alexa can not disarm for security reasons.
- WeatherReceive local weather on your Total Connect 2 app as well as compatible security system displays such as Lyric.
$19.95 IP
$21.95 Cell
- Internet, Cellular, Redundant Connectivity OptionsConnect to AlarmNet and our UL Central Station via IP Internet/WIFI or optional Cellular or both for redundant communication paths.
- UL Central StationWe have trained operators ready to respond and verify your alarm signals 24x7x365. This includes burglary alarms, life safety such as fire and CO, status signals (AC loss), and environmental alerts such as low temperature or flood detection. Upto 75 zones of protection which is more than you'll ever need!
- No ContractWe offer all alarm monitoring plans with NO CONTRACTS. No long-term, multi-year commitments. We do offer pre-pay discounts for annual (15%) or just go month to month. Your choice and never any pressure to change.
- Alarm Monitoring CertificateWe supply you right away with a UL central station monitoring certificate for your insurance company so you can enjoy an annual discount on your premium, up to 20%!
- Text and eMail NotificationsPush notifications of alarm events right to your phone, tablet, and/or PC. Includes Arm and Disarm, Trouble, AC Loss, etc.
- Telephone NotificationReceive alarm notifications by telephone. The central station will notify you or a family member/relative, neighbor etc. from your Call List if authorities were dispatched.
- APLAdvanced Protection Logic protects alarm signaling when an intruder destroys your security system during the entry delay period before an actual alarm is triggered. Works with all compatible Honeywell panels such as Lynx Touch and Lyric.
- Daily SupervisionMonitor panel connectivity with signal supervision between the control panel and Alarm.com to know when a panel is not responding.
- Remote Arming/DisarmingArm/disarm system remotely via Total Connect 2 web or mobile apps.
- System Status and Summary of Recent ActivityView an at-a-glance summary showing the current system status and any recent activity at the property via web or mobile apps
- User Code ManagementAdd/delete/edit user codes remotely, and track which users arm/disarm the system at what times. For systems with multiple partitions, choose which partition(s) each user code can access.
- Searchable 90-Day Event HistorySearch a 90-day history of events reported by the system, including alarms and other activity, via web or mobile apps. Customize the time frame of the search, and filter by device or event type. Download results as HTML or Excel files.
- Multiple Permission-Based Web LoginsCreate different “sub-users” for the account and grant varying levels of permissions for each user to view/change various settings in the Total Connect 2 online account.
- Multi-Site AccessAccess multiple security systems from a single account through a convenient drop-down menu in the Total Connect 2 online account and mobile apps. Great for primary home and vacation home.
- AlarmsReceive email/text message notifications for any type of alarm reported by the security system. These automated alarm alerts are in addition to the emergency response services provided by our UL central monitoring station.
- Arming/DisarmingReceive email/text message notifications from Total Connect 2 when the security system is armed or disarmed. These messages are not forwarded to our UL central station for action of logging.
- System EventsReceive email/text message notifications for power failures, sensor tampers and malfunctions, panel low battery, and other types of system events.
- Geo-ServicesIntelligently trigger arming reminders and events based on Geo-Fence settings and mobile phone location.
- Sensor Activity Monitoring - UnlimitedEven when the security system is disarmed, receive email/text message notifications for non-alarm activity reported by sensors including: door, window, cabinet, motion, and other various sensors. Your system communicates ALL sensor and system activity that occurs 24/7 to AlarmNet's Network Operations Centers, then sends customized notifications to selected recipients.
- Video DoorbellIncludes remote viewing and interaction with a Honeywell Total Connect 2 video doorbell.
- Amazon Echo SupportAsk Alexa to arm your security system or get status. Alexa can not disarm for security reasons.
- WeatherReceive local weather on your Total Connect 2 app as well as compatible security system displays such as Lyric.
- Smart ScenesSmart Scenes offer convenient automationof security and comfort settings. Triggered Smart Scenes are initiated by the system in response to user defined conditions occurring. Scheduled Smart Scenes are initiated by the system’s calendar and clock.
- LightsSend commands to turn lights on/off via web or mobile apps. Create automated light schedules to have specific lights turn on at certain times, for specified lengths of time. Create rules so a specific light turns on if a certain sensor is activated.
- LocksRemotely control door locks via web or mobile apps, see lock status (locked/unlocked) and receive email/text message notifications when a lock is accessed by a specific user.
- ThermostatsRemotely control thermostat(s) via web or mobile apps and easily create custom schedules to set temperatures based on time of day, day of week, activity patterns and the status of the security system to make properties run more efficiently
- Garage Door ControlRemotely manage and control garage doors via web or mobile apps. View garage door status, receive garage door alerts and close automatically when system is armed. Chamberlain and LiftMaster support!
How Do I Save Money?
Important Questions and Considerations
Switching alarm monitoring providers is not difficult, but many providers don’t want you leaving and attempt to make it so. With a much lower cost for real UL central station securiity monitoring, no required contracts, and overall better, friendly support, its a natural move.
- Are you under an existing alarm monitoring contract? Be careful because many contracts have auto renewal provisions that may lock you in for another 3 to 5 years at high pricing. Also its common to have a 30 or 60 day termination notification period. Are there any hidden termination fees they failed to mention? Local dealers and even national dealers such as Brinks make a LOT of money on alarm monitoring agreements so they will make it as hard as possible for customers to switch.
- Do you own your alarm equipment? Another reason to read your existing alarm agreement carefully. Brinks for example offers “free” home security systems when you sign up for their multiyear alarm monitoring plan. Obviously nothing is free. In this case the alarm company owns the main equipment such as control panel, keypad, motion sensor. Anything added additional you would own but if you don’t renew their high priced plan they’ll remove “their” equipment leaving you with no working alarm system. Just another sneaky method to retain highly profitable accounts.
- Do you already have a cellular communicator? This can be either as part of a plugin wireless system module or hardwired addon unit. Your alarm panel using a cellular communicator actually “talks” with an Interactive Services (IS) provider not the central station directly.
It is important to understand what alarm panel model you currently have as well as what Interactive Services provider is/was used. A cellular communicator compatible with Honeywell Alarmnet (Total Connect 2) will not work with any other provider such as SecureNet or Alarm.com. Communicators are built for a particular Interactive Services provider, they are not universal unfortunately. In general this is not a problem if you already like the IS provider you are using other than price your alarm dealer is charging for this service.
- Do you know the “Installer Code” for your alarm panel? In many cases the installing alarm company did not provide this important code despite you owning the equipment. The Installer Code is used to get into the programming area of your security system. Since the Account Number used for the central station will need to be modified, getting into Program Mode is necessary.
If you do not know the Installer Code nicely ask your existing or previous alarm company for this code. They know what it is since they used it to put their account information into your panel. In some cases dealers will want to send a technician to your home to reset the code, and of course charge you for the visit ($100). There is no reason why they can’t tell you this code over the phone. Don’t fall for this last chance to milk you!
Depending on the brand and model alarm control panel you own there may be a “back door” into your panel’s Program Mode if the Installer Code is not known. Honeywell panels for example have an easy way to get into Program Mode if the code was forgotten or not provided. Others however must be “factory reset” meaning it erases all current configuration (zones, passcodes, etc.) and acts like a new alarm panel out of the box. Reprogramming the panel is generally not something you want to tackle on your own and requires a local dealer to assist. Hopefully you know the Installer Code or can get it from the previous dealer without hassle.
** If you have a Honeywell brand alarm panel check our page on how to reset your panel’s Installer Code using the back door method. Every brand panel has a default Installer Code which can also be tried, but it would be unusual for the installing dealer to not change it. We know the default code for all brand alarm panels.
If upgrading a hardwired alarm system to cellular a universal communicator such as the Telguard TG1 the Installer Code will not be required since the unit will fool your alarm panel into thinking its still connected to a POTS line. The TG1 will intercept the alarm panel’s signalling and change the account number automatically so there is no need to get into Program Mode at all. The Telguard TG1 is available in Verizon or AT&T LTE flavors. We can program the Telguard TG1 remotely, and at no charge!
Steps Involved
- Make the purchase for UL Central Station Alarm Monitoring. If you have an Alarm.com compatible cellular or dual-path cellular/Internet communicator select Alarm.com Alarm Monitoring. Select billing period: Monthly, Six Months, Annual. We get a prepay discount from our UL central station provider which we pass on to our customers. Annual billing comes with a 15% discount for example. This is NOT a contract, rather a prepay discount.
If your communicator is compatible with Interactive Services such as remote arm/disarm (Basic) or Z-Wave home automation (Enhanced), select these services as well if desired. Internet or cellular service required for Interactive Services, not landline.
- Complete our Alarm Monitoring Enrollment Form. This details your address, telephone number to verify alarm before dispatch, passcode to validate user, zone information, etc.
- In general we can get you online same day within an hour of signup and we’re here 7 days a week.
- Change the account number in your control panel. We will help you over the phone to make this minor change from your keypad. This is where the Installer Code comes in. If using the Telguard TG1 this step is not necessary because we will remotely program the cellular communicator with a new account number.
- Test the changes. We will have you arm your alarm system then trip a few zones to verify signals are being properly received by the central station. Its important we test all life safety zones such as smoke or carbon monoxide detectors!
- We put your monitoring account online. You are now fully protected with UL central station monitoring!
- You will receive an email (generally within 30 minutes of going online) showing your account’s data with the central station. Review this information to make sure your telephone numbers, address, etc. are correct. You will also receive an Alarm Monitoring Certification for your homeowner insurance agent. Most give a 10% – 20% annual premium discount for a monitored alarm system so its important to have this document.
Consider Cellular Alarm Monitoring
Land lines in homes are rapidly disappearing because of the high cost to maintain a phone line when frankly everyone in the home has a cell phone in their pocket. For many alarm owners they’ve kept this obsolete communication medium in their home just for their alarm system. Eliminating the POTS line and switching to celluar monitoring is actually a monthly savings, and increases security.
Phone lines are always at risk of being cut by an intruder before they attempt to break-in to your home. Land lines also have the added risk of being disabled by weather events such as a down tree taking down the communication path to your home during a storm or snow blizzard. Cellular of course has no wires to be cut and the “communicator” is generally powered by your alarm panel which has a backup battery in case of power failure.
At just $14.95 per month for basic cellular monitoring its hard to hang on to a landline if just for your security system. The additional $6 per month moving to cellular monitoring from landline ($8.95) is way less than the $40+ per month you pay for a POTS line. Most homeowners save roughly $400 annually just switching to cellular alarm monitoring and ditching their land line. While VoIP is a cheaper alternative for phone service its not a reliable medium for alarm signalling.
And homeowner insurance carriers love cellular alarm monitoring. Be sure to check what premium discount they offer. Most grant a 10%-20% annual savings!