Re: Slomins vs ADT vs Brinks vs any other home security system vendor

[Robert L Bass <sales@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

> Is bigger better?  Not necessarily.  There are many great local alarm
> companies.  However, they are like any small business.  There are a
> lot of bad ones out there too.  Because of the value associated with
> recurring revenue, these small alarm companies are always likely to be
> gobbled up by another company looking for growth.

Mr. Sloud is correct.  ADT is indeed the biggest by far.  All of
the complaints (and they are numerous) that I've heard regarding
ADT involved their "authorized dealers".  I've been in the trade
for 29 years and ADT is the only national alarm company that I
would consider working with if I were the consumer.

Anyone who has followed this newsgroup for a while knows I'm no
fan of the corporate giants.  If you want to deal with a national
firm, use ADT corporate.  I've heard too many horror stories
regarding Monitronix dealers, P1 dealers, Sonitrash and the rest
to even consider recommending any of them.

It bears repeating that whatever you do, make sure you read and
fully understand the entire contract.
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Regards,
Robert L Bass

Bass Burglar Alarms
The Online DIY Store
http://www.BassBurglarAlarms.com