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Central Security

Home Security Systems, Home Automation

About us

We are a locally owned business established in 2010. My family has been in central Texas for 5 generations. We offer low cost security monitoring and installation that the competition can't beat.

Business highlights

15 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Central Security reprograms, installs, and monitors burglar alarm systems in the greater Austin area. We also offer home automation to enable you to control your home remotely.

Services we don't offer

We do not pre wire homes that are under construction.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.85 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
80%
4
20%
3
0%
2
0%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.8
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-5 of 5 reviews

Greg H.
10/2017
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Exceptionally well.
Description of Work: Professionally, and honestly presented and performed.

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

Alma M.
04/2016
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
unknown

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

Vishal N.
05/2013
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Fantastic
Description of Work: Home Security Console installation

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
$300

John G.
03/2013
5.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
Considering the low cost of the technology and ease of automation, it is my opinion that in this day and age, most home security system installation and monitoring options are over-priced. Central Security is an exception. Central Security is an Austin business that offers same service that much larger and quot;name-brandand quot; corporate competitors offer. But at a more reasonable rate. (Plus, more of your money stays local!) The owner/installer, Russell Schmidt, was on time and on budget. I feel he did not overcharge with parts and labor. Even when newer keypads were needed, he offered to install some used ones he had on hand, free of charge. The in-home work was finished within a few hours and the system was ready. It took another day or two to work out some kinks with the internet/web access. But, it is up-and-running smoothly now. My wife an I love the web access and the smartphone app as well as e-mail notification features. The $300 up-front costs included: - a new control board - new motion sensor (equipment and labor) - upgrade to wireless monitoring (it uses cellular data network) - also installed new keypads since old keypads did not work with new control board. - plus, first and last month's monitoring subscription payment Central Security also offers a reasonable 90-day notice cancellation policy. So, I don't feel like I am being locked into a long-term contract. I like that.
Description of Work: Upgrade of existing home security system: Replaced control board & keypads. Install new wireless communication panel and motion-detection sensor. Setup for online monitor and control of home security system. Signed-on for remote monitoring service thru Central Security. Also included in the wireless monitoring options is access and control using a web browser and/or smartphone app. The web interface allows you to receive email messages based on customizable criteria (such as an alarm tripping or a sensor triggering.) All this for a lower monthly fee ($37) than certain big "name-brand" corporate competitors.

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
$300

LORI G.
01/2013
4.0
home security systems
  + -1 more
I chose them because they are a local company and you do not have sign up for a monthly service.
Description of Work: I hired Central Security to replace the former alarm system.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

    Contact information

    1603 Mearns Meadow Blvd, Austin, TX 78758

    www.austinsecurityalarm.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    9:00 AM - 5:30 AM
    Tuesday:
    9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Thursday:
    9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Saturday:
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Licensing

    Bonded

    Insured

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    No
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
    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,
    Home Automation

    FAQ

    Central Security is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Closed

    Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 AM

    Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Central Security accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
    Yes, Central Security offers free project estimates.
    Yes, Central Security offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Central Security does not offer a senior discount.
    Yes, Central Security offers emergency services.
    Yes, Central Security offers warranties.
    Central Security offers the following services: Central Security reprograms, installs, and monitors burglar alarm systems in the greater Austin area. We also offer home automation to enable you to control your home remotely.
    We do not pre wire homes that are under construction.

    Contact information

    1603 Mearns Meadow Blvd, Austin, TX 78758

    www.austinsecurityalarm.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    9:00 AM - 5:30 AM
    Tuesday:
    9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Wednesday:
    9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Thursday:
    9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Friday:
    9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
    Saturday:
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM