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A Sound Alternative Inc DBA Wain Security

Stereo and Home Theater Systems, Home Security Systems, Home Automation,

About us

8 employees. Cost is determined by the job. Travel charges may apply. Service charges apply. Additional phone number 888-546-1622 Additional email - mwain@wainsecurity.com

Business highlights

25 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Alarm security. Alarm Monitoring, Burglar Alarms, Fire Alarms, Video Surveillance (CCTV), Access Control

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.6151 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
68%
4
9%
3
8%
2
6%
1
9%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.7
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.7
Showing 101-125 of 151 reviews

Adam C.
04/2016
5.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Wall mounted a TV and hid the wires in the wall. Extremely professional, service was great, Mounting looks perfect.

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
$250

Donna R.
03/2016
5.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They took down an old mounted tv & put up our new tv on a new wall mounted frame.

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
$149

Response from A Sound Alternative Inc DBA Wain Security
Thank you for the review. Please let me know if we can help you with any audio, video, security needs in the future.

MARE H.
01/2016
5.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
$249

April S.
06/2015
5.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: His communication was excellent, even though we didn't get the service done. He told me everything up front and itemized the costs.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Charles B.
04/2015
5.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Wayne was courteous and punctual. He fixed my connectability problems on my home theater with no problems.

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
$100

Clarissa H. S.
02/2015
4.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: They have been providing security at my home for the past 3-4 years.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$30

Clarissa H. S.
02/2015
4.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
.
Description of Work: Home security. | |Difficult to reach by phone.

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
$30

Response from A Sound Alternative Inc DBA Wain Security
I am very sorry that you have had a hard time reaching us. Our central station is staffed 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Our install team is available from 7am to 6pm m-f. My personal cellular is 216-701-2144 Matt

Janet M.
10/2014
5.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: Mounted a kitchen tv on the wall.

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
$170

Robin B.
03/2012
4.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
What he did do for us was great, but there were some issues with the billing. I wanted something done that didn’t exactly fit the coupon, but he wanted me to purchase another coupon. He told me that Angie’s List wasn’t allowing him to do certain work. He ended up coming out to do the work, which turned out to be more than what the coupon was worth. The coupon wasn’t applied, it was just face value. He told me that he’d call Angie’s List and then get back to me, but never did. I also asked him to come back to do some other things, which we got resolved.
Description of Work: I wanted to have two televisions mounted (no wires had to be run through the walls). He ended up just doing one.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Teresa S.
03/2012
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
The experience turned out well overall. First, he wanted us to do a 5-year contract, but when I asked them about that, he told me that because we're Angie’s List members, we’d be able to only sign 2-year contract. They did a good job, and we’ve had no issues. I’m very happy with the alarm system!
Description of Work: We purchased a Big Deal for a home alarm protection 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

Chuck P.
03/2012
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
We wound up having to pay more than what the Deal was for, but they explained everything upfront before they even started the work. This was only because they couldn’t do the install that was listed since I did not have a landline phone, which was what the Deal was for. They answered all of my questions and we set up an install date. Even during the holiday season, they were always responsive with returning emails or phone calls. If there was something that was different than what it appeared to be, they made sure to explain everything clearly. The technician arrived early, was professional, and took less time to do the work than what was quoted. There were no surprises, and they were exactly as they advertised themselves!
Description of Work: We purchased a Big Deal for their services and ultimately had a home alarm system installed.

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

Response from A Sound Alternative Inc DBA Wain Security
thanks for the work and the rating. i will pass your praise onto patrick the tech that did your install.

Clarissa H. S.
03/2012
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Two people came to the house right on schedule, installed the system and explained all the features.
Description of Work: Installed home security system complete with a medical alert 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
$320

Response from A Sound Alternative Inc DBA Wain Security
Thank you very much for the A review. I was one of the people that came to your home. I take pride in making sure our systems are installed correctly and that we show everyone in the home how the systems work. please let me know if there is anything else i can do for you. My personal cellular is 216-701-2144 please call any time if you have questions or are in need of anything. Matthew Wain-

Joseph G.
02/2012
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
I wish I had the time to do a more extensive report but this company did an outstanding job installing and explaining our home alarm system. We converted from ADT so were able to reuse much of the equipment. We added carbon monoxide detector which probably raised the price above what most others would pay. Good Job! The monthly charge is substantially cheaper than what we were paying for ADT's service. Another factor affecting the price was we added wireless operation.
Description of Work: Converted ADT security over to Sound Alternative, added carbon monoxide detector.

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
$235

Response from A Sound Alternative Inc DBA Wain Security
Thank you very much for the A review. I was one of the people that came to your home. I take pride in making sure our systems are installed correctly and that we show everyone in the home how the systems work. please let me know if there is anything else i can do for you. My personal cellular is 216-701-2144 please call any time if you have questions or are in need of anything. Matthew Wain-

Becky G.
12/2011
5.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
I scheduled appontment with him, he responded to all emails very promptly. Came on time. Installed equipment, cleaned up everything after install. Even helped take the box downstairs and out to the trash. Would definitly use this company again.
Description of Work: Installer, Matt was very polite, exactly on time. Answered all questions, was very courteous and professional. I would recommend him very highly. Job was done quickly and professionally.

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
$130

Bennet G.
12/2011
3.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
I did not get any service from them. I don't know how their work is, it was the issue of scheduling an appointment. Their scheduling process is not efficient. They were not accommodating to my schedule. I started trying to call them to schedule, but never received any response over the phone. It took them 24-48 hours, typically, to even respond to my emails. They would tell me that they would need to delay the appointment by another four days.
Description of Work: I wanted them to connect a soundsystem together.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0


MARILYN P.
11/2011
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
My contact with Matthew Wain of A Sound Alternative was professional from the very first e-mail. He was very willing to wait until my schedule allowed time for the installation. Matthew and an associate arrived at my house on time. The work was done quickly, quietly, and neatly. Matthew explained all of the documents that needed to be signed and answered all of my questions. The only thing I should have done differently was write down the instructions as they were given to me. Of course, I thought I'd remember everything, but as soon as they left I felt a little tentative. I went to the manufacturer's website and made up a "cheat sheet" of my own. That might be a really good idea for the future. I am really pleased with my new security system and I wouldn't hesitate to call Matthew if other needs arise.
Description of Work: The service was an Angie's List Big Deal. They installed a security system with 3 door monitors, one motion detector, and a remote keyfob.

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
$170

Response from A Sound Alternative Inc DBA Wain Security
Thank you very much for the A review. I was one of the people that came to your home. I take pride in making sure our systems are installed correctly and that we show everyone in the home how the systems work. please let me know if there is anything else i can do for you. My personal cellular is 216-701-2144 please call any time if you have questions or are in need of anything. Matthew Wain-

MaryAnne G.
11/2011
5.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
They arrived on time, were very professional, and did a great job hanging our plasma tv. They made happily made adjustments to the location of the tv,and cleaned up the dust from the install. We bought a big deal from Angie's list and we and to pay for an up charge for a larger tv, however that was clearly explained when I bought the package. I would highly recommend this company.
Description of Work: They hung a plasma tv for us

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
$240

Stacy K.
10/2011
2.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
At first, they were very responsive. However, as time went on, they were postponing the appointments a total five or six times.The day that they finally came out for the appointment they were an hour and a half late. They stated that the mount wouldn't look good in the place that I wanted it. They stated that it would be an extra $100.00 on top of the big deal that I had purchased. The big deal stated that they would hide the cords; they stated that it has nothing to do with it because of a safety thing. I was told that he was gonig to send a quote, but I never heard from them. I contacted them again for the quote. He stated that he did send the quote, but never got it. I asked him to resend, and still haven't gotten. In the same time, he told me to get a TV stand. I asked for refund and the owner stated that I can contact Angie's List for a refund. Basically, it was either the way they wanted to do or that I would have to pay more money. It was almost like he didn't want the job. Lastly, it is almost false advertising that they would hide the cords, when they said they wouldn't.
Description of Work: They came out for an estimate to do the TV mount.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0


MARC L.
10/2011
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
From start to finish the job went as smooth as possible. Phone calls returned as expected, appointment times kept, installation was done exactly as described. In addition the company has been available for follow up questions. Their response time to questions is nearly instant via email. We're very happy with everything and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.
Description of Work: Installed alarm, motion, door and window sensors. Set up monitoring.

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
$500

Janice T.
10/2011
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
They did a great job. They showed up when they said they would. I would highly recommend them and would use them again.
Description of Work: They installed an alarm system for us in our home.

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
$149.99

Russell W.
10/2011
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
The company's responsiveness was great. The installer was on time and took the time to explain everything he was doing. The system is easy to use and has performed flawlessly. I would highly recommend the system and A Sound Alternative.
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal for a residential alarm system on Saturday and was contacted by email within 2 hours stating that they would be in touch within 2 business days to schedule an appointment. They called Monday morning and scheduled an appointment for Friday of that week. I had a few questions during the week and they were all answered promptly.

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
$290

Jeff T.
06/2011
5.0
home theater design, home security systems
  + 0 more
The System they installed works flawlessly
Description of Work: Matt (the owner-operator) & his team TRULY take pride in doing Exceptional work. It is difficult to imagine a more well run business. They installed our "high tech" Alarm system as well as all of the important sensors etc that rely on a specialized computer system/network knowledge base - The owners get back to you very quickly and very frequently and are extremely involved in all of the important details of the job. The System they installed works flawlessly - the installation was done in an extremely efficient time frame. They are very careful to explain what system components you REALLY need, and will bluntly tell you what NOT to waste your money on. They are very honest and reliable and their technical expertise cannot be matched by anyone else in their industry

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
$7,000

Simi Y.
08/2010
2.0
home theater design, home security systems
  + 0 more
The company was punctual with the appointment for the quote - came on time and did a quick review. Promised to send the quote within a day or two. After a week and a couple of reminders I got the quotes for the alarm system setup and the surround sound. The quotes were very high!! A few quick searches on the internet I was able to discern that they guys were over-charging way too much! I know I am not an expert on these businesses, but the quotes seemed to assume that I the customer must be an idiot! Why would I pay so much more when other very good options exist for much less? Let's just say I finally used a company that charged me 85% less for the alarm set up and 50% less for the sound system. And I am very satisfied with the results/services.
Description of Work: Called them for a quote on home security system and setting up my surround sound.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
2.0


Response from A Sound Alternative Inc DBA Wain Security
We are very fairly priced. our monitoring rates start at $14.99 for our alarm systems. we don't use all wireless system that can be installed in 20 mins and then sell our accounts to a larger company. we make sure everything that can be hard wired is hard wired. wireless is only a fall back option. as far as price on audio everything is available cheaper on the internet. we come out to the house and provide a custom solution based on what a customer asks for. this usually involves several revisions of the quote based on need vs budget. we sent a quote based on this customers wants and then never heard back. if all that was desired was for someone to make a shopping list to go the internet to price shop they should have told me that. we do everything we can to keep our costs low. there is just no way to compete with internet prices for electronics. we don't price gouge or take advantage of any clients. we have an A rating here on Angie's list and we are A rated and accredited with the BBB. we deliver and we are fair in our prices. we believe that it's service after the sale that counts. we never were never given a budget to work with on this job, just a list of things that were wanted in a house that was all drywall-ed closed. Good service is never cheap and cheap service is never good. we are one of the best values in Audio/Video/Security.

Melissa H.
05/2009
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Angela from A Sound called and scheduled a security walk through for our home. Matt, one of the partners, and a salesperson for the company showed up a few minutes early for the meeting. He was very professional and walked through our entire home and helped us come up with a security solution that met our needs and budget. The monitoring rate of $29.99 per month with cell backup was very good. We looked with other companies and most offered less service for more money, and none of the ones we spoke with offered a cell backup we could use with our blackberry phones. It really was awesome. They even came in under the initial budget of $399.00
Description of Work: A Sound Alternative installed our GE Security system. We took the advanced alarm package for $299.00, installed with a cellular backup device.

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
$299

CHRISTINE M.
11/2008
5.0
home theater design
  + -1 more
James is a genius at his work. He took what seems to be a very complicated system of wires and cables and docks and panels into a high production system of sound and picture. Putting together so many components with ease and later instructing me as to how to utilize the system was greatly appreciated. James worked very hard to make sure the system was running perfectly and to this day, it remains a focal point for guests who love the sound quality and superior performance. James and Anthony worked together very well.
Description of Work: James and Anthony installed a Bose Home Theater system with whole house surround sound along with improving the hi-definition television service to which I had subscribed!

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
$200

Contact information

8803 brecksville rd Suite 7-196, Brecksville, OH 44141

www.wainsecurity.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
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Service Categories

Stereo and Home Theater Systems,
Home Security Systems,
Home Automation,
Phone Sales,
TV Sales,
Phone Wiring

FAQ

A Sound Alternative Inc DBA Wain Security is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Saturday: Closed

A Sound Alternative Inc DBA Wain Security accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, A Sound Alternative Inc DBA Wain Security offers free project estimates.
No, A Sound Alternative Inc DBA Wain Security does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, A Sound Alternative Inc DBA Wain Security does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, A Sound Alternative Inc DBA Wain Security offers emergency services.
No, A Sound Alternative Inc DBA Wain Security does not offer warranties.
A Sound Alternative Inc DBA Wain Security offers the following services: Alarm security. Alarm Monitoring, Burglar Alarms, Fire Alarms, Video Surveillance (CCTV), Access Control

Contact information

8803 brecksville rd Suite 7-196, Brecksville, OH 44141

www.wainsecurity.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Closed
Monday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday:
Closed