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Alarm Systems

Complete alarm systems with professional monitoring options. Protect your home or business with sensors, sirens, and 24/7 response.

Alarm Systems - Good / Better / Best

Good

Wyze Home Monitoring

Best for: Budget-conscious, basic protection, low monthly cost

Hub + keypadMotion sensorEntry sensors (2)24/7 monitoring $5/moNo contract

Equipment: $100-150

Installation: $150-200

Total: $250-350

Better

Ring Alarm (8-piece)

Best for: Ring/Alexa ecosystem, expandable system, DIY-friendly

Base stationKeypad4 contact sensorsMotion detectorRange extenderAlexa integration

Equipment: $250-300

Installation: $200-250

Total: $450-550

Better

SimpliSafe Foundation

Best for: No-contract flexibility, easy relocation, proven reliability

Base stationKeypad3 entry sensorsMotion sensorNo contract monitoringPolice dispatch

Equipment: $250-300

Installation: $200-250

Total: $450-550

Best

Ring Alarm Pro

Best for: All-in-one solution, backup connectivity, premium features

Built-in eero WiFi 6Backup internet24/7 monitoringProfessional install optionVideo verification

Equipment: $350-400

Installation: $250-300

Total: $600-700

Best

SimpliSafe Haven

Best for: Comprehensive protection, environmental monitoring, whole-home

12 sensorsIndoor cameraVideo doorbellSmoke detectorWater sensor24/7 monitoring

Equipment: $400-500

Installation: $250-350

Total: $650-850

Brand Comparison

FeatureSimpliSafeRingWyze
Monthly Monitoring$18-28$10-20$5-10
Contract Required?NoNoNo
Professional MonitoringYesYesYes
Cellular BackupYesYes (Pro)Yes
Smart HomeLimitedAlexaAlexa/Google
Self-Monitoring OptionYes (free)Yes (free)Yes (free)

My Recommendations

For Lowest Monthly Cost

Wyze Home Monitoring at just $5/month for professional monitoring. Best value if you want 24/7 dispatch without breaking the bank.

For Ring/Alexa Users

Ring Alarm integrates seamlessly with Ring cameras and Alexa. One app controls everything, and you can verify alarms with video.

For Proven Reliability

SimpliSafe has years of proven performance and no-contract flexibility. Great customer service and easy to expand over time.

For Comprehensive Protection

SimpliSafe Haven includes environmental sensors (smoke, water, freeze) plus cameras. True whole-home protection in one package.

Monthly Monitoring Costs

All systems offer self-monitoring (free) or professional monitoring:

$5-10/mo

Wyze

$10-20/mo

Ring

$18-28/mo

SimpliSafe

Ready to Protect Your Property?

Schedule a consultation ($150, credited toward installation) and I'll design an alarm system tailored to your property's vulnerabilities and your budget.