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Ackerman Security Systems

Home Security Systems, Home Automation, Home Healthcare - Medical Alert Systems

About us

Ackerman Security Systems has been protecting metro Atlanta area homes and businesses since 1967. Our monitoring center is one of the few monitoring stations in the country to have achieved both U.L. and CSAA five diamond certifications. And it is the only center in Atlanta to have achieved both of these certifications. This means our state-of-the-art alarm monitoring station will stand strong to monitor your Atlanta area home 24/7. We’ll always be a reliable and efficient link between you and the help you need when seconds count.

Business highlights

58 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Security Systems, Burglary & Fire Monitoring, Video Surveillance, & Remote Video Viewing & Storage.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

3.9181 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
57%
4
11%
3
8%
2
7%
1
17%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.1
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
3.9
punctuality
4.2
Showing 126-150 of 181 reviews

Bobby O.
04/2018
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Everything went well.
Description of Work: Home security

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$36

Tyler D.
05/2017
1.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Terrrible
Description of Work: Buyer beware of 3 year contract with no termination clause. You're stuck. Even if there security system doesn't work. Only way to fix it, spend another $160. What a Ponzi scheme. To top it off, very poor customer service. Spoke to two different managers in last 2 weeks, both have said they would call me back - Never did. They charged my card additional $89.99 for service fee without even informing us before service visit that there was a fee. Manager pulled recording of call and confirmed - said she would credit card back - never did. This was to fix their security system that kept going off at all hours of night - waking up our baby - in the first place! I still have no resolution after 2 weeks. Awful

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$89.99

CONTESSA S.
07/2016
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
GREAT!
Description of Work: CONSULT FOR SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$19.95

TEKIA M.
06/2016
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
GREAT. VERY INFORMATIVE!
Description of Work: SET UP NEW SERVICE

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$84

JENIFER H.
06/2007
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
To put it quite simply, Ackerman is the best in the Atlantic area. They are punctual, affordable, and they do exactly what they say they will do.
Description of Work: Ackerman installed the alarm system in our 1200 square foot home and they also monitor it on a monthly basis.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$18

mandy R.
06/2007
3.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
We used to love Ackerman Security, we have used them for almost ten years now. In the past, service was good but in the past two years the service has not been great. We are unhappy and have a contract, when our contract expires we will go with another company.
Description of Work: Ackerman has done alarm installations and upgrades to the three houses we have bought over the past ten years. They always show up for appointments and their sales people are quite knowledgeable. The installers have done a pretty good job as well. I think where they fall short is their monitoring. We have had a few instances where we were called when someone else's alarm was triggered. We were told our numbers were similar. We were also called one time when the house we sold (2 months prior) alarm was triggered.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0

$19.95

John S.
06/2007
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
They are very professional. Always give good advice. Offer advice that will save costs or eliminate wasted spending. Some of the technicians are not as expert as others. Greg is the best technician, by far.
Description of Work: Upgraded our existing security system (already was with Ackerman). Added a sensor, more advanced programming of the system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$300

AIMEE C.
05/2007
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
They always call you to see how things are going which makes me happy. They did a good job on the wiring and they answered all of our questions. They were on time and very friendly. I would recommend them to anyone.
Description of Work: We recently switched phone services and they had to come out and install a different type of wiring to our alarm system due to the change in the phone line.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$58

KIMBERLY D.
05/2007
4.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Ackerman provides me with good services. I shopped around to compare their rates too with those of other companies. The only thing I would like to see them change is their credit program. They owe us some money back and its been rather difficult to get. Other than that, I am generally pleased.
Description of Work: Ackerman provides the basic alarm monitoring for my 1600 square foot home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$19

KIM L.
05/2007
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Ackerman's is a good service at a very low monthly cost to me. They post signs outside of my home to help deter burglars and they are just a very good service in general. Thanks to them I have had no break ins or home disturbances and I am completely pleased with them on all levels.
Description of Work: Ackerman provides monthly monitoring of my 3000 square foot home's security system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$19

CHRIS H.
05/2007
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
I am pleased with Ackerman in general. I have no complaints to speak of. I pay fairly low rates for good services that protects my home and my personal items. I can not think of a time that I experienced a problem with this company.
Description of Work: Ackerman Security monitors the home alarm system for my 1000 square foot residence on a monthly basis.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$19

LINDA A.
05/2007
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
The entire system was previously installed. However, I did want them to hook up a radio signal which they did, but it didn t work. I was kind of disappointed that that the radio signal did not work. They tried several times, but it would not work because my house is in a dead zone. They did give me a refund for my money and were very good about coming out so many times to try and get the signal to work.
Description of Work: They monitor our home alarm system for our 2400 square foot home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$90

Mark P.
03/2007
2.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
They never showed up. He says he will call and does not.
Description of Work: We have a system installed by Ackerman. We replaced windows and needed servicing. We set up two appointment and Mr. Kolker no showed for both appointments.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
2.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


SAMIR W.
02/2007
4.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
It was a very detailed job. The service technician was extremely great and helpful. It was raining outside, and the technician wore shoe covers so as to not dirty our house as he was installing the alarm system. The technician vacuumed and cleaned after he finished installing the alarm system.
Description of Work: They installed and wired a new alarm system for the house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,025

BRUCE R.
02/2007
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
The salesman was the most knowledgeable of the 4 companies that I interviewed. He brought up good ideas that we hadn't thought of and was in no hurry. The installation was flawless, neatly done, and throughly cleaned up afterward.
Description of Work: Installed a hard wired system in our home. It included door/window sensors, glass break and motion sensors, smoke and heat detectors.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,025

MARCIE H.
01/2007
1.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE AND VERY DIS-PLEASED! The day after I signed the contract, I received a call from the salesman stating he messed up on the $18.95 monthly quoted price and he would be changing the contract to reflect the corrected price of $23.95. Is that legal? Our system was then installed and of course more money...the gentleman installing the system stated we would need wireless sensors for 3 of the sensors our salesman stated could be wired. So another $69.95 x 3. And trying to get someone to return your phone call is impossible unless of course you want to speak with a salesman. They may advertise a low price, but don't be fooled they WILL find ways to get their money back. I have also been told by neighbors they have waited on hold for what seemed like forever. Look elsewhere for alarm service, I am sorry I didn't.
Description of Work: Installation of alarm and monitoring system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$2,000

MICHAEL E.
10/2006
3.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Okay. I thought the price was high considering most of the problem was from previous mis-programming.
Description of Work: Tech corrected programming of system and pulled lead off speaker so bedroom touch-pad would not echo "beeps" from other touch-pad. Checked system and showed me a few quirks that installers from 2-yrs earlier did not.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
1.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$90

KAREN H.
09/2006
1.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
On time, reasonably priced. Were able to adapt existing alarm system on initial install. When call the 798-8655 monitoring number, in case of emergency, false alarm, etc, you are always put on hold. One time, I was disconnected 3x after being put on hold. Not a good response if this is an emergency. Due to an "accounting error" our Service was disconnected without our knowledge for 3 months!!!! I am extremely dissatisfied with this service. They offered to refund the 3 months service fee but offered NO solution/resolution or confidence in how this will not happen in the future.
Description of Work: Security alarm system installed/daily monitoring service provided.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
3.0

$220

KIMBERLY H.
07/2006
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Sales rep and installation tech both very pleasant and knowledgeable. I have had alarm trigger on accident a few times and they were very responsive.
Description of Work: Set up alarm service on a previously installed alarm system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$18.95

CAREY M.
03/2006
3.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
I have not been impressed with Ackerman. I think their prices are high and I would recommend someone to look around before choosing. It seems like no one cares about our account. After we signed on, we haven't heard a word from them.
Description of Work: We have Ackerman for our security monitoring. They installed the alarms and panels for our house.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
2.0

$227.4

RICK A.
03/2006
4.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
THEY WERE VERY PROFESSIONAL AND VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE. I THINK THE COMPANY ITSELF IS AS GOOD AS ANY OF THE OTHER ALARM COMPANIES. THEY CAME ON TIME EVERY TIME. SO FAR IT IS GOOD. WE HAVEN'T HAD ANY BREAK-INS.
Description of Work: IT IS $18 A MONTH. THEY ASSESSED AND IMPROVED OUR OLD ALARM SYSTEM. THEY TAUGHT US HOW TO USE IT.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$18

JOYCE B.
08/2005
1.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
WE ARE HAVING A VERY BAD EXPERIENCE WITH THIS COMPANY. WE HAVE NOTIFIED THEM WE WISH TO CANCEL OUR ACCOUNT 6 TIMES OVER THE PHONE, BY MAIL, AND BY FAX - AND FOUR MONTHS LATER STILL RECEIVE BILLS DESPITE REPS AT ACKERMAN ASSURING US OUR ACCT IS CANCELLED. THEY ARE EITHER IGNORING OUR REQUESTS, OR HAVE VERY POOR OFFICE PROCEDURES/SYSTEMS, WHICH IS UNACCEPTABLE FOR A SECURITY COMPANY.
Description of Work: PROVIDED ALARM SYSTEM MONITORING SERVICE ON OUR SELF-OWNED SECURITY SYSTEM.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
5.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0

$216

GARY M.
03/2004
4.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
TOOK THREE TIMES TO GET A RETURN CALL, WENT FINE FROM THERE. SALES PERSON WAS PROMPT,KNOWLEDGEABLE, NO PRESSURE. INSTALLER WAS PROMPT, COURTEOUS, AND EXPLAINED THE KEY PAD PROCEDURES. COST WAS $399 FOR SYSTEM INSTALLED, THEN $18 PER MONTH, ONE YEAR COMMITTMENT.
Description of Work: HAD HOME ALARM INSTALLED, TWO DOORS AND ONE MOTION DETECTOR.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$399

12/2002
4.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
KNOWLEDGEABLE ABOUT WHAT THEY WERE DOING. FIXED SOMEONE ELSE'S MISTAKE. FIXED A PROBLEM THAT WAS NOT REALLY ANTICIPATED. CREATIVE SOLUTION TO THE PROBLEM.
Description of Work: ALARM COMPANY FIXED ALARM CIRCUIT PANEL AND INSTALLED A PLEXIGLAS SHIELD TO DEFLECT DRIPPING WATER FROM UPSTAIRS BATHROOM WHEN IT OVERFLOWS.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

JULIE B.
12/2002
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
VERY TIMELY TO RESPOND TO ALL ALARMS.
Description of Work: THEY PROVIDED INSTALLATION AND MONITORING SERVICE.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Contact information

1346 Oakbrook Dr # 175, Norcross, GA 30093

http://www.ackermansecurity.com/atlanta

Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

Home Security Systems,
Home Automation,
Home Healthcare - Medical Alert Systems

FAQ

Ackerman Security Systems is currently rated 3.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Open All Day

Monday: Open All Day

Tuesday: Open All Day

Wednesday: Open All Day

Thursday: Open All Day

Friday: Open All Day

Saturday: Open All Day

Ackerman Security Systems accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Ackerman Security Systems offers free project estimates.
No, Ackerman Security Systems does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Ackerman Security Systems does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Ackerman Security Systems offers emergency services.
Yes, Ackerman Security Systems offers warranties.
Ackerman Security Systems offers the following services: Security Systems, Burglary & Fire Monitoring, Video Surveillance, & Remote Video Viewing & Storage.

Contact information

1346 Oakbrook Dr # 175, Norcross, GA 30093

http://www.ackermansecurity.com/atlanta

Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day