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What is the Warranty I Get with an ADT Monitored Security System?

Posted by Greg Barker on Sun,Jul 02,2023 @ 10:50 PM

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One of the things that can significantly add to the cost of owning a home security system is the cost to fix or replace it when it needs service.

You can have an inexpensive initial cost and a low monthly monitoring rate, but be charged large amounts for service after the installation. So what does ADT’s warranty with residential monitored security systems include?

  

 

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Tags: ADT Security System, Warranty

Alarm Bypass to Keep Windows or Doors Open with Security System Armed

Posted by Greg Barker on Sun,Jul 02,2023 @ 10:43 PM

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With the beautiful weather we have here in California, customers often want to leave some windows open for fresh air and still have their security system armed.  There are several ways to BYPASS a window or door depending upon the type of security system you have.

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Top 10 User Questions for Your DSC 1832 / 1864 Alarm Panel & System

Posted by Taniqua Pino on Sun,Jul 09,2017 @ 08:16 PM

The post will address the top 10 questions asked about a DSC 9057 panel.  This panel can be (or might have already been,) a part of you FREE ADT Security system.

For those who are having or have had a DSC 1832 installed, questions are bound to arise or re-arise later when you decide to use a feature you have not been using. Here are the top 10 questions and answers to help you comfortably navigate your new ADT investment. If you are looking for similar blogs for DSC 9057 panels it's coming soon! For the top 10 questions for a Honeywall Lynx Touch, click here.

Here’s the questions we’ll cover:

  1. How do I arm my system?
  2. How will I know it is armed?
  3. How do I arm with no delay or “instant?”
  4. How do I disarm my system?
  5. How do I turn chime on and off?
  6. How do I bypass a zone?
  7. How do I program additional user codes?
  8. Do I need to arm my ADT Smoke Detectors or ADT Carbon Monoxide Detectors.
  9. How do I view past events?
  10. Can I adjust the volume?

BONUS Question:

  • How often should I test my system?
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Tags: ADT Free Home Security System, ADT Security System

Top 10 User Questions for Your DSC 9057 Alarm Panel & System

Posted by Taniqua Pino on Wed,Jun 14,2017 @ 02:12 PM

The post will address the top 10 questions asked about a DSC 9057 panel.  This panel can be (or might have already been,) a part of you FREE ADT Security system.

For those who are having or have had a DSC 9057 installed, questions are bound to arise or re-arise later when you decide to use a feature you have not been using. Here are the top 10 questions and answers to help you comfortably navigate your new ADT investment. If you are looking for similar blogs for DSC 1832/1864 panels it's coming soon! For the top 10 questions for a Honeywall Lynx Touch, click here.

Here’s the questions we’ll cover:

  1. How do I arm my system?
  2. How will I know it is armed?
  3. How do I arm with no delay or “instant?”
  4. How do I disarm my system?
  5. How do I turn chime on and off?
  6. How do I bypass a zone?
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Tags: ADT Free Home Security System, ADT Security System

5 Reasons More of Your Neighbors are Installing Home Security Systems

Posted by Taniqua Pino on Tue,May 02,2017 @ 12:19 AM

More and more of your neighbors and neighbors across America are investing in monitored home security systems. The reality is becoming obvious that burglaries are not just happening in “other” peoples neighborhoods. You’d be hard pressed to find a person that doesn't have a neighbor, a work mate, or a personal friend that has not experienced a break-in of some kind.

Experts estimate that the percentage of homes with security systems will at least double over the next 5 years. Not surprising with many police departments advertising that 87 % of burglaries are considered preventable. Not all the reasons are that obvious though...

Here’s 5 reasons your neighbors are investing in monitored home alarms for their homes:

  • Crime statistics are becoming hard to ignore.
  • Security systems are more affordable than ever
  • People are busier than ever
  • Home security as a home automation platform makes Smart home features affordable for the average home.
  • You no longer have to choose between "outdated" hardwired system or wireless home security.
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Tags: ADT Security System, ADT Home Security Systems

ADT Smoke Detector: Is it Something You Need?

Posted by Greg Barker on Mon,Apr 24,2017 @ 07:04 PM

When we bring up the subject of monitored fire protection with ADT, customers often ask what the difference is between the ones they already have and an ADT Smoke Detector. No one wants to spend money on something they already have. However, there are considerable differences between ADT Monitored Smoke Detectors and the ones many people buy from a local home improvement store. 

Every second counts when protecting your family from a fire and ADT Smoke Detectors are an important part to protecting your home, family and pets. In an article titled Fire Alarm Will Stop Catastrophic Devastation of Your Family, it explains how three decades ago, you had 17 minutes to get out in a home fire... now with modern homes, you have three to four minutes. WOW... What's Changed?

Let's see what makes a smoke detector from ADT different.

Main Differences:

1. ADT Smoke Detectors are photoelectric detectors compared to ionized smoke detectors installed in 90% of American homes. Photoelectric detectors are far superior at detecting smoldering smoke that often happens when a fire is staring. Often photoelectric smoke detectors detect fires before the flames actually ignite and save precious time. They also have a rise of heat that helps quickly detect a fire if the flames ignite and begin to create a rise of temperature. 
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Tags: ADT Security System, Home Security Equipment, ADT Home Security Systems

Safeguard Your Family with These Essential Security Equipment Options

Posted by Greg Barker on Tue,Sep 20,2016 @ 08:35 AM

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.

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Tags: ADT Pulse Equipment and Packages, ADT Security System, Home Security Equipment

ADT my account and myADT.com. Simple Explanation Here

Posted by Taniqua Pino on Mon,Jun 06,2016 @ 09:35 AM

There seems to be great confusion between the terms myADT.com and my account with ADT. Commonly that's phrased as ADT my account. Let me assure you that neither is an actual term other than with ADT, you do have an account. Now that you can breathe a sigh of relief, we'll take a look at what your ADT account is comprised of
and what myADT.com is and clear up the confusion.

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MyADT: ADT Customer Service for Home and Small Business at myADT.com

Posted by Taniqua Pino on Fri,Mar 18,2016 @ 11:26 AM

Who provides the absolute BEST customer service?

You do, you sly devil you! Who else knows exactly how to charm your pants off? Who else knows what to say when you are irritated? How often to do you think, "I'd have done it this way! Who forgot to teach that person how to talk to customers?" Right?

So if you are like me (which I know you are,) then what you want to do is pay your bill at midnight. Update your account while watching The Walking Dead and eating Hawaiian pizza with added smoked bacon, chocolate chunk cookies and order another yard sign in your pajamas or commando if you want. And who better to handle all those needs than YOU?

With myADT.com, handle the customer service aspects of your account yourself when it is convenient for you. Skip being asked how your day is going today and being told how happy they are to be helping you update your emergency contact. Seriously... no one is ecstatic to be updating the emergency call list?

Log-on... click, click, click and VIOLA! Your right back to slaying the un-dead in less time than it takes to find ADT's number.  Access your account a myADTcom or download the mobile app!

 

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Tags: ADT Security System, Mobile Home Security (Mobile Apps)

Top Alarm Companies in California (Best Home Security Alarm Company)

Posted by Taniqua Pino on Thu,Mar 03,2016 @ 11:58 AM

It's 3am, you awake to the sound of breaking glass followed by silence.

Even laying still, your heart is doing the Indy 500. Adrenaline stores up, you're ready for flight, you're ready for fight. The adrenaline actually sharpens your hearing.

Then there's nothing. For 10 minutes, there's nothing but a distant dog barking. You still can't get back to sleep, someone's waking up to a broken something, you hope it's not you.

You go secure the house, check the kids, peek outside and make sure everything is okay on your property. There's no rolling back over and drifting into sound sleep tonight. 

Neighborhood gossip alerts you that was John & Marie Poblanski's house.  Some creep broke the glass and grabbed some electronics and a marble elephant. Luckily no one was hurt... this time. It's time to get alarm system

You think, "Who do I call?" 

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Tags: ADT Pulse Security System, ADT Authorized Dealers, ADT Security System