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Guardian Protection

Home Security Systems

About us

Protecting homes and businesses since 1950, Guardian Protection is one of the nation's largest and most highly regarded security companies. We provide smart technology, 24/7 professional monitoring, and peace of mind to hundreds of thousands of customers. Our products are installed by experts, monitored by real people, and truly make a difference. We do what we do because of one simple truth: life is better when it's safe.

Business highlights

74 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated

Services we offer

New Security Systems with Cameras. New Security Systems with Home Automation. Guardian Protection also installs security systems for businesses with product lines that include Video Surveillance, CCTV, Fire Safety Systems, and Access Control.

Services we don't offer

Home automation only Camera repair (if not an existing customer)

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
CreditCard

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.72,193 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
86%
4
6%
3
2%
2
2%
1
3%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.6
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.8
Showing 251-2193 of 2193 reviews

Dallas W.
06/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
On time, very thorough demo & explanation.
Description of Work: Activation.

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

JIM M.
06/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Ken called ahead a arranged. Performed all work very professionally. Fully explained new features. Downloaded apps to our PC and phone to access remotely. Very satisfied.
Description of Work: Upgraded system and added features. Installed cell radio.

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

Lois W.
06/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Helpful, personable, answer all concerns & questions.
Description of Work: Install alarm.

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

Adam B.
06/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
It went well, all requirements covered.
Description of Work: Updated alarm cell service.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Richard L.
06/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Very happy, understand all at this point.
Description of Work: Upgrade 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

Donald A.
06/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Jeremy was punctual and worked well in a friendly manner.
Description of Work: Two way voice upgrade.

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

Carolyn P.
06/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Very thorough and complete presentation, very professional and information.
Description of Work: Activation.

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

Lois S.
06/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Jeff arrived on time and was thorough & pleasant to work with. Diane, my sales representative, was an absolute pleasure & went out of her way for my situation. Prices re reasonable too.
Description of Work: Convert services from Chesapealus services to Guardian.

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
$200

James S.
05/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Excellent experience. Rick walked me through the entire setup process and patiently explained all systems features to me.
Description of Work: Activation.

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

Gerald M.
05/2015
5.0
home security systems, home automation
  + 0 more
Richards Johnson was the technician. Richard did a good job and is very knowledgeable. He provided many options for me to choose from and was very accommodating.
Description of Work: Added antenna external to boost signal to controller.

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

Carl H.
05/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Great. Arrived on time, professional, and cleaned up their materials.
Description of Work: Install upgraded 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

Andrew W.
05/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Rob did a great job. He was efficient, courteous and very helpful on my questions.
Description of Work: Upgrade of system and coded front door lock / installation.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Debbie R.
05/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
He did a great job of explaining the system to me and showing me how it works. Loved my technician great personality.
Description of Work: Set up my alarm system throughout the entire house. Put sensors on doors and windows and motion detector in basement.

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

Elaine & Craig D. L.
05/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Very smooth install. Installer was very flexible and friendly. Very competent.
Description of Work: New install.

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

Amber T.
05/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Mark showed up in a reasonable amount of time, as well as finished.
Description of Work: Installation.

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
$250

Taylor H.
05/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Right on time. Assessed what we needed and installed it & walked us through the process. We had a good experience.
Description of Work: Installed new security system & showed us how to use it.

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
$99

Melissa L.
05/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Great. John and Mike were very professional and detailed.
Description of Work: Installed cameras and alarm.

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
$365

Jacqueline B.
05/2015
4.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
The customer service was great. They were helpful with answering questions, but they didn't refund my money like they should have. I dropped my landline and was therefore not monitored for two months and they didn't contact me to let me know until the day after I called them.
Description of Work: They installed a system and provided monitoring.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Guardian Protection
Hi [member name removed], Thank you for taking the time to post feedback. Customer service is our top priority at Guardian and we take all comments and concerns seriously. Since your system does not send in a signal when the land line is disconnected, we were not aware of that change to your land line services. Our records do show several call attempts before you contacted Guardian because we were not receiving the proper test signals from your system. I’m glad our Customer Care team was able to help you and answer your questions. Feel free to reach out to us if you run into any other questions or concerns. Thank you again, Katelyn Snyder Customer Care Advocate Guardian Protection Services

Karen M.
05/2015
2.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
I had a door replaced and the wireless contact did not work after removing it from the old door, probably due to the fact that I dropped it. I called Guardian to have a service person come and look at the device. Guardian received a meassage from the device telling them that the battery needed to be replaced. When I talked to Guardian, they assure me that they had placed a noted for the service person to check the battery on the device because a replacement device cost $80.00. (BTW, I looked up the exact device on the internet and found it for $35.00.) The service person arrived and sat in my driveway in his vehicle for over 10 minutes (for which I was charged the time) and came to my door with big dirty boots. I asked him if he had shoe covers or would mind removing his shoes and he went back to his vehicle for several minutes to retrieve some shoe covers. He then came back in and after I told him that the contact did not work he said that it would have to be replaced. I told him that the device battery was supposed to be checked first and he informed me that he had no batteries with him. He offered to return to his office to obtain a battery (while I paid him for his time) but when I complained he called his office and ended up going back to his vehicle to remove a battery from a new device to check if that was the problem. This took another 10 minutes. He then informed me that the old device was faulty and would need to be replaced, but had no two-way tape with him and returned to his vehicle to cut a piece of tape. All of this time I was paying him for time and material. He finally stuck the device on the door and then presented me with a bill for $180.00. I have used this company for years, but now they want $1600.00 for me to cancel the 5 year contract I had to sign when I moved to the current house last year. This company is not what they were when I started using them over 10 years ago and they obviously don't appreciate loyal customers. Beware before signing a long term contract. If anything goes wrong with your equipment you will pay dearly!!
Description of Work: Replaced a faulty wireless contact.

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

$180

Response from Guardian Protection
Hi [Member name removed], Thank you for your feedback. I am sorry you had a negative experience with your service and feel that you were unfairly charged. Customer care is our top priority at Guardian and we take your concerns very seriously. One of our Customer Care associates will be reaching out to you soon to try to reach a resolution. Sincerely, Katelyn Snyder Customer Satisfaction Advocate Guardian Protection Services

Linda M.
05/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Booby called before coming. Very thorough & knowledgeable. Took a lot of time to answer all my questions. Explained the system & apps to me thoroughly. A+
Description of Work: Converted exiting alarm system to wireless. Installed motion detector smoke detector & 2 new panels 2 key fobs.

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
$200

Deborah T.
05/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Prompt arrival, professional, great customer service, great tutorial.
Description of Work: Service activation.

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

Cheryl R.
05/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Kyle arrived as scheduled. Began to remove system (upgrade). Went over everything in detail. Checked all windows & smoke to ensure all was in working condition. Very good.
Description of Work: Change out system from OSC to Concord. Added one camera.

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
$200

Karen P.
05/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Very well. Tech was friendly & very helpful.
Description of Work: Activated & explained 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

Sammie G.
05/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
The tech was excellent in all aspects of the activation.
Description of Work: New home activation

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
$44

Mike F.
05/2015
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Very nice and pleasant. Did a good job form start to finish.
Description of Work: Good.

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


Service hours

Sunday:
11:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Monday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Licensing

Bonded

Insured
State Contractor License Requirements

All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

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Service Categories

Home Security Systems

FAQ

Guardian Protection is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Sunday: 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM

Monday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Guardian Protection accepts the following forms of payment: Check,CreditCard
Yes, Guardian Protection offers free project estimates.
No, Guardian Protection does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Guardian Protection does not offer a senior discount.
No, Guardian Protection does not offer emergency services.
No, Guardian Protection does not offer warranties.
Guardian Protection offers the following services: New Security Systems with Cameras. New Security Systems with Home Automation. Guardian Protection also installs security systems for businesses with product lines that include Video Surveillance, CCTV, Fire Safety Systems, and Access Control.
Home automation only Camera repair (if not an existing customer)

Contact information


Service hours

Sunday:
11:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Monday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM