2018 Spring & Garden

Page 20 2018 Spring Home & Garden LINCOLN DAILY NEWS May 2, 2018 Below is a list of some variables you may wish to consider before choosing a system. ■ Fee-based monitoring service that contacts the police or fire department for you ■ Self-monitoring by cell phone or iPad ■ Top end whole-home controls - remotely controlled lights, cameras, door locks, environmental controls ■ Just the security basics - door and window motion sensors ■ Automated or by alert notice for control activations ■ Personal alerts to intrusion, fire, carbon monoxide, gas, temperature changes, and more ■ Monitoring service contracts can be up to 60 months, no contract, or contract and interchangeable equipment options ■ Cloud storage, video options ■ There is a wide-range of equipment costs and monthly service fees You will find all the above and much more discussed in the following videos. This first video offers a broad overview of the top rated security companies, equipment that is installed either by the company or DIY, an introduction to some of the options that are available. Ranked in order and reason chosen: #1 Frontpoint - Best customer service #2 Vivint Best home automation #3 Link Interactive Most flexibility #4 SimpliSafe Best DIY system #5 ADT Most popular provider Continued ■ ■