Pricing a home security system can vary from house to house and can sometimes get a bit confusing. When talking with a security consultant it is very important that you understand that pricing a home security system breaks down into two distinct parts. The initial installation cost and the monthly monitoring cost.
Today we will break down these two costs and explain what is included in each section.
Home Security Price
On average a home security system costs $250 – $1,600 including transmitters for all doors & windows, motion detectors, keypads and panel with GSM communicator. But this price can vary dramatically depending on how much security you want and how large your home is.
This also includes first time training for the customer to get acquainted with the new system and access their personal 4 digit code. If you also decide to get Total Connect 2.0 you will be able to access your security system remotely from your mobile device.
Monthly Monitoring Cost
Now that you have paid for all of your equipment and installation for your home security system you will also need monitoring in order for the police to come to your residence when the siren goes off. The average monthly monitoring cost for a home security system ranges between $30 – $79 a month depending on what company you decide to go with and what type of contract you decide to have. Typically the longer the contract, the less the cost and the shorter the contract, the more the cost.
Maintenance Plan
It is also important to take advantage of any maintenance plans that the security system provider offers. Take for example your cell phone. After 5 years you may need an upgrade or definitely a new battery and security alarm systems are exactly the same way. With a monthly maintenance plan you can save a lot of money in the long term.
Cell phone tower upgrades are another good reason to have a monthly maintenance plan in place. Most systems nowadays require a GSM instead of a landline. A GSM is better for security because it can’t be cut. Cellular providers seem to upgrade the towers every few years going from 3G to 4G to LTE and now 5G. This means that every few years you will also need to update your GSM to stay up with the times.
