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Protect Your Home
2.6(
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Alarm or Security System - InstallAlarm or Security System - Monitor

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Protect Your Home is a leader in the home security industry, providing safety and peace of mind to more than 1.5 million families nationwide. Since we emerged in 1998, we've grown from a company of few to having over 2,000 high performance team members, three locations in Indianapolis, a sales center in Kentucky, and over 128 field branches across the country—and we're still growing.\n\nFor nearly 20 years, Protect Your Home has partnered with ADT®, the #1 name in home security. Today, with our national reach, we are one of ADT's biggest partners and the only partner to be designated as an Authorized Premier Provider.\n\nOur commitment to serving others combined with our projects, events, and culture contribute to the development of our team professionally, personally, and financially.\n\nIt's our mission. It's who we are. It's our legacy.\n

SA and Homeowner
Recommended by100%of homeowners
TRT Studios
5.0(
1
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Surveillance Cameras - Install or RepairSurveillance Cameras - Install or Repair - For Business

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time3 days
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Protect America Home Security
3.5(
227
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Alarm or Security System - InstallAlarm or Security System - Install - For BusinessAlarm or Security System - Monitor+7 more

Serving Van Meter, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They system was installed for the basic, but anything that you wanted needed to be higher upgraded require alot of extra money for every upgrade.
 The 36.99 monthly fee was for only if your system is connected to a landline. I didnnt notice that they charge me $44.99 until my 1st month fee. Thats when I was told that they charge $44.99 because the alram was connected to my cable line instead. I was unaware of the different charges. When tec came out he didnt show up to fix the corrected. Had to call the main company for the no show. So they schedule another appointment and offered 2 window alarms to fix the correction but my bill still is $44.99. Default is that since I didnt have extra money to upgrade to the Pulse, you dont know if you turn the alarm to your house properly. I called the 800 number and they cant tell either!
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Platinum Package - Protects up To 15 Doors / Windows for FREE
Protect your Whole Home
Simon XT Touchscreen
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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Home Security Systems questions, answered by experts

Home automation systems offer a wide range of automation products and services. Some of the most popular options include:

  • Cameras: $35–$350

  • Door and window sensors: $20–$100

  • Doorbells: $100–$350

  • Locks: $150–$400

  • Garage door openers: $150–$500

  • Lighting: $20–$100

  • Speakers: $30–$300

  • Outlets and plugs: $20–$100

  • Thermostats: $150–$300

  • Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors: $50–$150

  • Smart home hubs: $200–$900

  • Blinds: $50–$75

  • Appliances: $50–$3,000

  • Vacuums: $200–$1,200

  • Lawn systems: $80–$300

  • Wi-Fi and Mesh systems: $200–$500

  • Water monitoring: $100–$1,000

When deciding whether a home automation system is right for you, consider the advantages and disadvantages first.

Pros

  • Home automation can help make your home more energy efficient, possibly lowering utility bills.

  • A wide range of automated solutions is available to meet your needs.

  • Centralized and remote control of different home automation systems.

Cons

  • Home automation can be costly.

  • Not all automated systems are compatible with each other.

  • Over-dependence on home automation can be problematic if systems cannot connect to the cloud.

In general, daytime visibility for security cameras ranges from 10 to 70 feet. Higher-end cameras may have night vision that records 100 to 200 feet out. When shopping for any type of security camera, it's important to pay attention to focal length, resolution, and infrared technology to get an idea of the depth and crispness that will be used when capturing images.

False alarms happen, and they could be due to a problem you need to troubleshoot, like faulty wiring, a mistaken setting, or the system needing an update. Turn off your system by disconnecting its power supply (both the battery and transformer) and give the manufacturer a call to see what they advise. 

Strike plates and security plates are the same thing, but there are strike plates that offer more security than others. For the highest security, look for plates made of heavy-duty steel, reinforced strike plates thicker than regular ones, and extended strike plates. It’s much harder to break into a door with these strike plates because they hold up better to force from attempted entry.

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