Central Security offers customized security systems for commercial, industrial and residential facilities in Indianapolis and throughout Indiana. We are Indiana's largest independently owned security company, specializing in fire, burglary, CCTV and card access systems.
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47 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
Residential & Commercial Security Systems, Access Control, Alarm Systems, Fire Alarms, Remote Access, 24/7 Monitoring, Power Failure Detection, CCTV, Security Cameras, Home Security, Surveillance, Indianapolis Surveillance Systems, Burglar Alarms, Health Care Security, Restaurant Security, Emergency Response, Water Detection, Motion Sensors, Honeywell, Bosch, Fire Inspection, Fire Protection, Indiana Security, Indiana Alarm
Absolutely terrible company. Their equipment is old and does not function well. Unless I am standing directly next to the alarm panel, I cannot hear when the alarm has gone off. When I am upstairs at night, I have no idea if my alarm is going off. If I can't trust an alarm system to even wake me up when someone breaks into my house, then it has failed at its job. They lock you into long-term contracts (3 years) that will auto-renew for another 3 years unless you cancel before hand. There isn't even an option for early termination. Staff is difficult to reach. They even charge a higher monthly rate than many other companies. Overall, I am extremely disappointed with every aspect of this company, and would recommend literally any other security company over them.
Description of Work: Alarm system equipment and monitoring.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
DAN M.
03/2016
5.0
home security systems
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unknown
Description of Work: I had the alarm system upgraded in the main house and added the carriage house. The new system uses a cell connection and I was able to drop my land line (saving $$). There was a rough spot with getting code compliant smoke alarms in the new construction part of the carriage house, but after a little research on my part, they made it right with no additional cost to me. They provided me with an App that lets me control my system from anywhere. The call center is responsive (my wife set off the new alarm on the first day). The installers actually know what they are doing and how to read a schematic. They seem like they keep long term employees that really know their stuff.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$700
Joseph S.
08/2015
5.0
home security systems
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We contacted Mark French from Central Security using their local company number to inquire about changing from an existing, out-of-date, system, to a current, modern system for an existing home that we had purchased.. Mark was one of three vendors to come to our home. Each of the local security vendors we interviewed for our custom installation was represented on Angie's list. Of the three vendors, Central Security very clearly had the longest track record in monitoring, as well as a technologically superior monitoring facility locally. We were very interested in a local service both for the purposes of monitoring, and for local support and service over time. In our former homes, outside of the Indianapolis area, we have utilized local monitoring companies as opposed to national companies in order to achieve excellent service. Mr. French, from CSC sales, arrived at our home promptly and was extremely professional with his evaluation of our security needs, as well as providing examples of current local client installations and an excellent explanation of the services provided by Central Security. He was well-versed with the options his company provided. Their company monitors both residential homes, as well as many local businesses. We requested very specific equipment, monitoring options, and service requirements. He was able to deliver appropriate options for each of our requests, and had clearly been working in this industry for a time appropriate to do an excellent job discussing options with clients. The quote provided was accurate and reflective of the custom installation required in our home. It was competitive with other quotes we received. I have personally installed security systems and in been involved in many wiring projects over time. The quote provided was appropriate, accurate, and was reflected in our ultimate charges for the installation. There were no attempts to over or undersell the job. The equipment quoted was current and top-of-the line in the industry. The installer, Erik, was, in a word, outstanding. He had clearly been doing this for many years. He was professional and courteous. He took the time to make sure that the installation was performed in a clean and professional manner. The security keypads and monitoring equipment were carefully tested and existing wiring and equipment was used whenever possible. He carefully explained what he was doing along the way and personally provided excellent feedback mechanisms including his contact number, for us to call him with questions and concerns. Installation in our home, as expected, required several days. He was careful to let us know when he would be present, and was courteous with our children and pets. His installation was clean, and he took the time to make sure that each of the devices installed was well fitted with an excellent and professional appearance. The company has been great to work with since the installation was completed. We have had no false alarms related to faulty equipment. Any questions or modifications required have been promptly addressed. We are extremely satisfied customers, and would certainly recommend this company to those interested in a quality, local company that provides excellent equipment, and more than anything, outstanding service.
Description of Work: Completed a security estimate, made modifications to an existing service; provided installation of new panel and equipment; provided new monitoring services.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,500
Geoffrey B.
02/2014
5.0
home security systems
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Performed maintenance on an older Radionics system. The system needed to be re-programmed, and the company that installed it in 1987 is no longer in business. I called multiple Alarm companies (from Angies List) and was told by several companies that the system is obsolete and it is "impossible" to reprogram them. Other alarm companies wanted only to sell me an entirely new system. CSC has a technician who is very familiar with the older Radionics systems - he was very friendly and very professional. He had the system re-programmed and working perfectly in less than 30 minutes.
Description of Work: Performed the "Impossible"! Maintenance and Programming of older Radionics alarm system
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$130
meranda H.
01/2014
5.0
home security systems
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She was very responsive and professional. The installation was set based on my schedule. The technician was knowledgeable and professional.
Description of Work: Linda designed a system to satisfy my needs.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$850
CONSTANCE C. E.
11/2013
1.0
home security systems
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Representatives at CSC were unsure how to deactivate my system when it was determined we had a false alarm. Unfamiliar with my equipment. Result was arrival of fire department, since they were not canceled in a timely manner. When I called for service on the obviously malfunctioning alarm: 1. No one available to speak to me. Promised to call back. Did so several hours later and left message. 2. I returned call following day after encountering multiple BUSY SIGNALS at their contact number. Was informed the person responsible (Dave) was "sometimes" in the office and would return my call. He did not. 3. I called again hours later, and asked for an alternate person to call me. 4., Dave finally called later and told me: There is nothing wrong with the alarm, and the sensor should not be in the bathroom. (it has been there for nearly 7 years) Lectured me on operation of sensor and implied it was my fault. He was rude and patronizing. When I insisted there was a problem, his response was, "Okay, if you insist, I will say there is a problem and set up $2a service call." I told him I would call when/if I wanted a service call and immediately called Angie's List.
Description of Work: Responded to smoke alarm--in bathroom while I showered.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
4.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
David S.
09/2012
2.0
home security systems
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Not well. Was never able to set up an initial quote.
Description of Work: We need a new home security system and I called this service for someone to come out and provide a quote. My initial call to the company was handed over to three different people. When I finally spoke with a woman named Cathy, she was very short and not helpful and said she would have someone else call me back. The next afternoon, I received a voicemail from another woman, Linda. After giving me the wrong return call number, I called back the main office and again, they transferred me to two different people this time. I was back with Cathy again. She told me since Linda called me, I had to talk to her, so once again, she transferred me to Linda and I was just disconnected. If their costumer service is anything like their alarm systems, NO thank you. I will be using a different company.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0
Holly B.
12/2009
5.0
home security systems
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Everything has gone well with them thus far.
Description of Work: They are my home security company.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
JOSEPH F.
10/2009
2.0
home security systems
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Our home builder uses this company as their standard alarm provider for new homes. As part of our home building package we had them install a security system (which ended up being a CSC system). Since we felt that the system was inadequate because 1) it was a less secure system commonly used in apartments and not homes and 2) additional first floor and basement windows needed to be covered. I called them and asked them to address these issues. They were willing to provide quote for additional window devices over the phone but did not send anyone out to the home. We ended up using provider which was same as our old home who installed an entirely new system for what CSC quoted me for putting in a few new components..
Description of Work: Home security system for new home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
2.0
value
3.0
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
1.0
PAMELA P.
12/2007
5.0
home security systems
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They showed up to install the system at the appointed time and completed their work within the time frame they had given us. They did a nice job of installation so that it is not obvious, yet is easily accessible and cleaned up after themselves.
Description of Work: Their quote was very competitive and they were available to install the system within a very reasonable time. They were pleasant to work with and installed our system in a timely and professional manner. We have not yet had the alarm go off; so cannot report on their responsiveness.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$600
Tracy S.
08/2007
3.0
home security systems
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They said we had to speak with the person who originally sold us the system. That was 15 years ago. They said they would have to look that up and get back with me and they still haven't after 3 weeks.
Description of Work: I called to get information on moving a current security system.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
4.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
FRANCES ELAINE R.
02/2005
5.0
home security systems
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THIS HAS BEEN MY ALARM COMPANY FOR 13 YEARS AND THIS IS THE FIRST REPAIR JOB. GOOD COMPANY. GOOD WORK.
Description of Work: CHECKED OUT MY ALARM SYSTEM AND REPLACED A BATTERY.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$182
SUSAN B.
11/2003
5.0
home security systems
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VERY FRIENDLY STAFF. ARRIVED ON TIME, VERY GOOD WORK, CLEANED UP AFTER JOB COMPLETE. I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS COMPANY TO EVERYONE. I FOUND THEY HAD VERY COMPETITIVE PRICING AND PROVIDE EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE.
Description of Work: PROVIDED AND INSTALLED HOME SECURITY SYSTEM.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200
WILLIAM & BARBARA R.
03/2003
5.0
home security systems
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WE CONTRACTED TO HAVE CSC PERFORM THE MONITORING OF OUR ALARM SYSTEM ABOUT 4 OR 5 YEARS AGO, BUT THIS IS THE FIRST TIME THAT WE HAVE HAD AN OCCASION TO USE THEM FOR REPAIR/SERVICE ON OUR SYSTEM. WE CALLED CSC AFTER OUR ALARM WAS ACCIDENTALLY ACTIVATED, BUT FOLLOWING THE ACTIVATION A CALL WAS NOT RECEIVED IN A TIMELY MANNER FROM THE MONITORING COMPANY. TONY PACHECO FROM CSC CAME OUT THE FIRST BUSINESS DAY FOLLOWING OUR PHONE CALL AND DETERMINED THAT OUR SYSTEM (WHICH IS AN OLDER SYSTEM) WAS PROGRAMMED TO WAIT FOR 15 OR 20 SECONDS BEFORE SENDING A SIGNAL TO THE MONITORING COMPANY. TONY EXPLAINED THAT THIS IS SOMETIMES DONE SO THAT OWNERS HAVE TIME TO DISARM THE SYSTEM IN CASES WHEN IT IS ACCIDENTALLY ACTIVATED. WE PREFERRED TO HAVE A SIGNAL SENT IMMEDIATELY, AND TONY WAS ABLE TO SET THE SYSTEM TO ACCOMMODATE OUR REQUEST. TONY WORKED ON THE SYSTEM FOR ABOUT AN HOUR, BUT HE DIDNT CHARGE US ANYTHING FOR THE SERVICE CALL. WE FEEL SAFE USING CSC.
Description of Work: WE HAD CSC OUT TO REDUCE THE AMOUNT OF DELAY INVOLVED IN SENDING A SIGNAL TO THE MONITORING COMPANY WHEN THE ALARM SIRENS ARE ACTIVATED DUE TO A SECURITY BREACH.
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FAQ
Central Security and Communications is currently rated 4.2 overall out of 5.
Central Security and Communications accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
No, Central Security and Communications does not offer free project estimates.
No, Central Security and Communications does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Central Security and Communications does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Central Security and Communications offers emergency services.
Yes, Central Security and Communications offers warranties.
Central Security and Communications offers the following services: Residential & Commercial Security Systems, Access Control, Alarm Systems, Fire Alarms, Remote Access, 24/7 Monitoring, Power Failure Detection, CCTV, Security Cameras, Home Security, Surveillance, Indianapolis Surveillance Systems, Burglar Alarms, Health Care Security, Restaurant Security, Emergency Response, Water Detection, Motion Sensors, Honeywell, Bosch, Fire Inspection, Fire Protection, Indiana Security, Indiana Alarm