ADT Security Pro - Home Security Blog

Home security has significantly changed over the last several years. With technology moving into our homes at a rapid pace and mobile connectivity becoming more important to homeowners, there are now more options than ever before. Home security was once just about protecting your home and family from burglary and home invasion. 

With all the new technologies there are definitely quite a few combinations of monitoring services available to you for home security, remote camera viewing, recorded video cloud storage and home automation management. The cost of monthly monitoring in the security industry varies between $20 - $75+ a month depending on the level of monitoring you have, how many things you want to have monitored and the service plan that comes with the monthly monitoring cost.

With most security companies today, you start with a free equipment package and an installation cost of between $99 - $299 depending upon what kind of system you are getting installed. These packages come with a keypad, some free door sensors, a motion sensor and a key-chain remote.

The two main reasons cameras are being installed in so many homes are:

1. Our mobile devices have given us the ability to remotely see what is happening at home from virtually anywhere

2. The price for cameras with quality images has gone down significantly

Many homeowners in America have seen the value of having ADT cameras installed, but until recently only the rich could afford them. With technology increasing quality at a rapid rate and the price going down at the same time, almost every homeowner can afford a few security cameras. Over 40% of our customers are now getting at least one camera installed with the front door being the most popular location.

There are multiple things to consider when it comes to the cost of a security system. When shopping for a home security system, you will find the initial cost of equipment and installation from $0 to a few thousand dollars. There are monthly monitoring rates anywhere from $25 to $75 a month. So what makes the prices so different?

When I was younger, I remember leaving my purse in the car to run into places. You could also leave the windows down on you car and not lock doors. Upon return, your items were right where you left them, every time. 

You probably agree those days are gone... possibly L-O-N-G gone. We'd best take some precautions to keep our belongings just that... our belongings!

Here at California Security Pro, we hope this is the most exciting or if you prefer, the most relaxing Summer of your life. The memories you make should be at your choosing, not in response to a break-in or theft.

Summer Safety Tips for your home's security...

You probably already know that burglary numbers go up for the summer months. Thadeus the thief must like the nice weather too... he's extra active during the warmer months. A possible reason sited is you are out enjoying the great weather and summer festivities. Whatever reasons old Thad is on the prowl, there are some simple tips to keep him out of your house.

1. Don't open the door unless you know the person - You definitely want to go to the door and let the person on the other side know that people are home. A common practice for burglars is to knock and knock to verify the house is empty and then break-in. So ask who it is through a locked door and tell the salesman or lost person or kid looking to give you a free exterior paint quote that it's not a good time. You are washing killer, your 100 pound wolf/rottweiler mix or just on a conference call. This will also save you from all the scams that come knocking on your door during summer. 

The new generation of ADT Pulse Cameras is here. The Indoor Day & Night HD Camera and the Outdoor Day & Night Security Camerasare now available. They offer 720p resolution and 90 degree angles. And don't woryy, you can still add them yourself in the systems tab Just log-in, select the Systems tab. Then select Manage Devices and select your camera from the drop down. Follow the set up wizard through a few easty steps and your ready to go. 

What's new??

The system will find the camera and configure it on it's own. Just press the button on the camera when prompted. This gives you an easier install if you decide to add a camera yourself. You do need to be utilizing the new TS panel or the Netgear Gateway. They do not work with the white iHub.

You have to admit, when you walk into a building covered in surveillance cameras, you think twice about actions as silly as dropping your gum wrapper on the floor. Cameras tell you and me, that we are being watched, it is being recorded and someone could hold us accountable for the actions we are taking. 

That threat has amazing benefits, I've mentioned before that our cameras made for a very short lived lying phase in our 8 year old. One look at the facts of who actually stole Sadie (the stuffed dog,) and he was forever convinced that the truth was on tape waiting for us to verify his story if need be. 

But does that make the costs associated with video surveillance actually worth it? We decided to verify if our clients actually feel the cameras are worth it and why. Many originally felt on the fence when deciding to invest in security cameras or not. Our clients tell us they have found that preventing crimes, raising the chances of catching a burglar AND the every day use that ADT Pulse Cameras offer, make them well worth the investment! 

Read on for the reasons our clients find that the investment is well worth it.

The best video surveillance is not necessarily the best home security camera system for you. Different systems are made to fit different needs. Here's a quick look at video surveillance for 'your' home.