home security

[mmills50]

I'm sure this has been covered, I searched but couldn't find anything that I need

With my 2011 taxes I'm getting a home security system.

Here's what I'm looking at:
Live in an apartment
1 door, 2 Windows, plus 1 small window in the basement that won't open and a trap door that leads to the residence above me ( its boarded up but is still like to get it wired)
1 bed room

No landline

I want it monitored
Have an android phone so if the company has an app that would be awesome
Any ideas for good companies

 

[cordex]

With my 2011 taxes I'm getting a home security system.

That's funny, with my 2011 taxes I'm getting a bigger police state and a nation that is deeper than debt.

What form do you have to fill out to get a home security system instead?

 

[mmills50]

Who the hell opened the troll cage?

 

[dyerwatcher]

If you are in Northwest Indiana - I have a great option for companies - Eagle Security.

 

[Tommy2Tone]

I use this system.

http://www.amazon.com/Skylink-SC-10...PF5Y/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1325875152&sr=8-3

I wasn't concerned about monitoring. We use it mainly at night when we are sleeping. You can add many accessories to this piece. Its all wireless. They do make a dialer, that could call your cell phone or 911..who ever. Scratch the dialer since you don't have a land line. Sorry didn't think that one out completely. So if you MUST have monitoring i guess this won't work for you. Monitoring runs at a cost, which is why I am only concerned about when WE are home. This system is very loud btw.

 

[mmills50]

If you are in Northwest Indiana - I have a great option for companies - Eagle Security.

Unfortunatly I don't
East side of Indianapolis
But rep for trying

 

[mmills50]

I use this system.

Amazon.com: Skylink SC-100 Security System Deluxe Kit: Home Improvement

I wasn't concerned about monitoring. We use it mainly at night when we are sleeping. You can add many accessories to this piece. Its all wireless. They do make a dialer, that could call your cell phone or 911..who ever. Scratch the dialer since you don't have a land line. Sorry didn't think that one out completely. So if you MUST have monitoring i guess this won't work for you. Monitoring runs at a cost, which is why I am only concerned about when WE are home. This system is very loud btw.

Book marked as an option
Rep to you

 

[Kitty]

I have the BDLG Security system. Barking Dog, Loaded Gun.

 

[rockhopper46038]

Well, so far so good with Vivint for me. Lots of options for cameras, doors, locks, etc, and you can monitor and change everything remotely using your smartphone, even view your cameras. I just installed it, so I can't tell you I have a long history or experience with them, but they might be worth a try. Vivint.com to see their systems.

If you think you might try them, PM me...both you and I would get a small price break if you are referred by an existing customer.

 

[Brandon]

did you check with the your landlord to make sure they will "allow" you to do this?

 

[mmills50]

I have the BDLG Security system. Barking Dog, Loaded Gun.

Ah I have that system as well

I just want something more dependable

 

[Tripp11]

Might try PMing VUPDBlue...I remember him being very knowledgeable about security systems.

 

[mmills50]

did you check with the your landlord to make sure they will "allow" you to do this?

Are thier ones that don't. I would think it would be a welcome addition to "protect thier investment"

 

[Tommy2Tone]

Are thier ones that don't. I would think it would be a welcome addition to "protect thier investment"

With the wireless Amazon link i mentioned earlier the only damage done will be screw holes. Unless you want to use the "trusty" 3M tape.

 

[SmileDocHill]

Might try PMing VUPDBlue...I remember him being very knowledgeable about security systems.

IIRC he has done this in the past. A little FYI though, I don't want to speak on his behalf but he is pretty busy these days so don't be offended if he doesn't get back to you in a while.

good thread.

 

[Denny347]

Unfortunatly I don't
East side of Indianapolis
But rep for trying

My friend owns "Peace of Mind Security Specialists" 6901 E. 10th St 317-351-4238. They are an ADT dealer. Had them alarm every window and door in the house...all wireless sensors. It is monitored via a cellular back-up rather than a land line. Check them out.

 

[mmills50]

Denny may have won this one. I'm goin to took into them. Do you have an honest review of his services? If that falls apart, it will probably be something like tommy posted. Thanks guys

Also if anyone cares to review the other companies that would be awesome

 

[Brandon]

i would still recomend checking with your landlord. the alarm company may want their permission to install such devices. also they landlord may want to be informed incase they want to check in on the place or have to do emergency work.

 

[gungirl65]

We use Guardian for my mom who has Alzheimer's. We have cameras in her main living areas and in front of both doors. We can monitor the cameras online. We don't have Guardian watching the cameras at this time. It's about $50 a month for the service. The picture quality varies and isn't always as clear as I would like it to be. Guardian customer service has always been helpful. She's had the service for a couple years. I think she had to have broadband and a land line to hook it up

 

[mmills50]

Just checked with the landlords. They are good with it. :-D