For most of us our home and families are our biggest investments and we must protect them. We are sure to lock all doors and windows but lately it’s just not enough especially with the increase in crime. One way we can protect our home is investing in a home security system. I took a look at three home security companies to compare their services and rates. The companies I looked at were ADT, Protect America and Guardian Protection Services.

They each offered the same basic amenities:

Full service providers (install, service and monitor the security system)
Automatic dispatch of fire and police departments in the event of emergencies
24-hour system monitoring and on-call fleet services for system repairs
Online account management
Policy for easily transferring services in the event you have to move

ADT

Offers all the basic amenities
Cellular and Internet options for those without land-line telephones
Personal emergency monitoring
Carbon monoxide monitoring and flood detection
Install rates are between 99.00 and 549.00 depending on the services you request
You are required to sign a contract
Additional monthly fees are required for your monitoring services

Protect America

Offers all the basic amenities
Cellular and Internet options for those without land-line telephones
GPS tracking for your vehicle
Currently installation is free for any level security package
Monthly fees can range between 30.00 and 42.99
You are required to sign a contract

Guardian Protection Services

Offers all the basic amenities
Cellular and Internet options for those without land-line telephone
Personal emergency monitoring
Carbon monoxide detection
Monthly fees can range between 30.00 and 50.00
Installation fees are based on the type of system you want to install