Home Security Systems, Home Automation, Home Healthcare - Medical Alert Systems
About us
ADT is one of today's most trusted and well-known brands in the security industry and currently serves more than six million customers, making us the largest company of our kind in both the U.S. and Canada. Our broad and pioneering set of products and services—from interactive home and business solutions to home health services—meet a range of customer needs for today's active and increasingly mobile lifestyles. Owned & operated.
Business highlights
151 years of trusted experience
Services we offer
Alarms, home security, automation, health, gold standard, custom solutions, carbon monoxide, flood, temperature, burglary, medical alert, fire & smoke monitoring.
The sales rep we had was Patricia Harris and I found her very helpful. She was our main contact. She was nice, she was knowledgeable, she was pleasant and she was very professional. The customer service is fine. When we forget to disarm the system when we get through the door, everybody gets notified including the police and so it is a good service.
Description of Work: I use ADT for security alarms.
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
Callie K.
11/2014
3.0
home security systems
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I am an existing ADT customer and I will never use them again.I had 2 separate appointments with 2 different sales people. The first one just tried to sell me things and wanted me to sign up to sell ADT.I also had to reschedule because she had the wrong date written down on her side - even thought the 1-800 number said she was on her way. The second time she also had down wrong but I could still make it. After that, I had to call back and talk with a supervisor to have another person come out and evaluate my house. The second was great and really nice. Come to install date and everything we had talked about was messed up. I was supposed to get a new contract with all the details on it but never did and what I had did not match what the tech had with him. He had to call people all day to figure out what to do. Things I was told could be done turned out to be incorrect. The tech though was amazing - he was the only good part of the whole process. - and he is not even an ADT employee! I was quoted the incorrect price on everything. I am a USAA member which is why I use ADT since they offer great rates to military families, but all I have had are headaches. When I moved out of my old house I was told to take all of my PULSE items and we could use them in our new house, come to find out that is not correct and we had to re-purchase everything! ADT really needs to have a corporate training and get everyone from the call center to sales team on the same page - I cannot even tell you how many different things I was told and none of them were correct.
Description of Work: Activate alarm system in new construction
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0
$500
Selena M.
10/2014
4.0
home security systems
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According to my wife, the sales rep (Ian Morris) and sales manager Mery Bartholomew, were very aggressive during the initial sales call, and she described Ian as downright arrogant with her in person. After a number of conflicts in scheduling to complete installation, my wife had to bypass the sales rep due to his hostility with her on the phone. After we finally had everything completed, we had multiple instances of system not functioning appropriately. After a couple of more sales calls, I began writing to Mery and Ian and, after three emails, still have no response from them. AT the end of the day, we were advised that the equipment installed would not work given our system and location. To make things worse, we had barely a two month warranty on initial installation, and even with respited calls on the same issue, they claimed the warranty expired and that we would need to be charged for visits. I would NEVER recommend this group. Very unprofessional as noted and no response. Just piggybacking off a well known corporate name with no knowledge of their product and no real desire to serve their customer. Stay local! UPDATED - 12-20-2014: AFTER POSTING MY ANGIE'S LIST REVIEW, I WAS CONTACTED BY A NATIONAL SERVICE REP WHO PUT ME INTOUCH WITH REGIONAL MANAGER. THEY WORKED EXTREMELY HARD TO GET OUR PROBLEMS REVISED AND HAVE RESTORED MY POSITIVE VIEWS OF THE COMPANY. THANK YOU!
Description of Work: Was hired to update a sophisticated ADT alarm system in a newly purchased home, including installation of additional security measures, and to regularly monitor.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
$1,000
Response from ADT Security Services Inc - Houston
We've located the members account and have contacted them to assist with addressing their concerns. We apologized for the inconvenience this has caused and will be continuing to work with the customer to resolve this. In addition to getting the their local office involved, the customer has been provided with our contact information in the event they require additional assistance. Thank you. -Andrew
Gary L.
10/2013
4.0
home security systems
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In general, they did one installation incorrectly and it was about 6 months before they came back to fix it. Other than that, it was okay. In general, they were fine.
Description of Work: I use ADT for alarm security services.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$40
Gail C.
01/2013
2.0
home security systems
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I've contacted ADT and on both occasions they didnt show up. Waste of my time and I missed work
Description of Work: ADT people never show up, all these ADT dealers are guilty but they keep getting good ratings b/c no one ever figures out they are all separate companies
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0
stephanie B.
07/2012
1.0
home security systems
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We inherited an ADT system when we bought our house 5 years ago. We've had multiple issues with equipment failures. Getting them to actually come out to repair the equipment has been incredibly frustrating as they do not show up or call. ADT subs out all the repair work and they clearly have no oversight or interest in providing quality service.
Description of Work: Repair broken equipment.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$1,000
Donald B.
04/2012
3.0
home security systems
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The technicians really didn't know what they were doing. I had them out three times to fix a problem with the alarm. There were communication issues between the home office and the employees. Next time I will do a little more shopping around for an alarm company.
Description of Work: They installed an alarm service.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
3.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
3.0
$200
Clinton S.
04/2012
5.0
home security systems
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I had my system converted to a GSM. I would use them again in the future.
Description of Work: We use them for alarm services.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Ruth M.
04/2012
5.0
home security systems
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If your alarm goes off, within seconds, you get a text, a phone call, and an email. They have always been pretty fair. I am sure I could get a cheaper rate but it could be a cheaper service. Based on what I pay, I like the service I get.
Description of Work: I use this alarm system at two of my properties.
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
$40
Robert K.
02/2006
5.0
home security systems
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Brinks Home Security offers a very good service with a great staff. When the alarm is tripped their response time is always under a minute. They always make sure that they system is running good. I have never had a problem with false alarms and I believe that they provide great service and I will continue to use them.
Description of Work: They installed my alarm system and they monitor it.
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
$34
02/2006
5.0
home security systems
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The system was already installed when I moved in so I called them regarding the system and they explained the ins and outs of the system. The response time on the alarms is under a minute. They are a great service to have.
Description of Work: They do the monitoring for my 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
$34
02/2006
4.0
home security systems
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Brinks Home Security provides good service. I have used them for five years. I had the service transferred over to my new home when I moved. They have always been good. I haven't had any problems. They have good customer service. The bill is included in my escrow account. My system never shuts down because I have a back up battery.
Description of Work: I have my alarm system monitored by them.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$30
GEORGETTE F.
02/2006
5.0
home security systems
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Brinks Home Security activated an alarm system that was installed by the previous owners. They explained the system in detail, and I feel that the staff there were great. Their response time on calls is very good, and I have never had a problem with false alarms. I feel that they are a good company.
Description of Work: I use them as an monitoring tool for my home.
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
$34
02/2006
5.0
home security systems
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We had countless problems with our former security company. That has not been the case with Brinks. On installation day, they had three people show up. Two did the actual installation, and one explained everything to us and answered all of our questions, as the job was being done. We have had great service and individualized attention since installation, and no technical problems.
Description of Work: Brinks Home Security installed a security system in our house.
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
$38
02/2006
5.0
home security systems
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I have no regrets continuing the service with Brinks. I have never had any problems with the system at all. When they came to update it, the workers were very nice and respectful. Since the update, I still have never had any problems. I am pleased with everything. I plan on continuing my service with Brinks for years to come.
Description of Work: There was already a system installed when I moved in the home. I hired Brinks about six months ago to come out and update the system. They had checked to make sure everything was still working properly.
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
$36
02/2006
5.0
home security systems
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Brinks Home Security calls whenever the alarm goes off to see if there is a problem. I feel that their staff is very professional and I like that they come out and check on the equipment whenever we think something is going wrong. They even call to just check up on things to make sure everything is okay. I feel really safe using this company.
Description of Work: They monitor my 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
$34
PHYLLIS R.
02/2006
5.0
home security systems
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Brinks Home Security is a good company and they are easy to deal with. If the system ever has a hiccup, they call right away to check and make sure everything is alright. They are very lenient. One time we didn't receive their call to check on a hiccup and they sent the police immediately to our home. We would still use their service, but we recently sold that house.
Description of Work: They installed and monitor our alarm service.
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
$24
02/2006
5.0
home security systems
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Twice this system has saved my life. 4-5 years ago the door was knocked in. I work in safety-emergency management and know what to look for in security systems. This alarm has many different features such as it can be set to call the police if we're out of town or just call us first. I'm going to have a carbon monoxide detector installed. This system comes with two motion detectors and smoke and heat sensors. They charge per month. Another thing, with the Brinks system the alarm doesn't go off unnecessarily. Some companies charge for repeated non-emergency calls. This system is regulated very well. They charge a monthly fee of $35.95. I don't remember what the initial installation fee was, but it's well worth the peace of mind.
Description of Work: We had an alarm system installed in our residence.
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
$35
Peter M.
02/2006
5.0
home security systems
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Brinks took my call quickly, followed up with an estimate for monthly monitoring for an alarm system. Their monthly fees were very good and they explained the operation of the system and the motion sensors. The upgrade was scheduled as soon as a day was set and the technician was on time. He reactivated the system and recoded it, gave me a demonstration and left me their phone numbers. He did a very good job, was caring, polite and considerate.
Description of Work: Brinks upgraded an existing alarm system in my home. They activated it and recoded the system and hooked up the monitoring device to the police department.
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
$30
12/2005
5.0
home security systems
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They are a good company on most aspects. They are just what I was looking for in an alarm system. The pricing was on the high end, but the quality is excellent. They did a very good job of explaining how everything works. When the alarm goes off they are excellent about calling right away. I feel very secure with the whole system and they got the installation done right the first time.
Description of Work: Brinks Home Security installed an alarm system and I use them regularly for monitoring.
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
$300
12/2005
5.0
home security systems
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They came to our home on time. We haven t had any problems with the alarm system since then. They were courteous, and did a good job cleaning up everything when they were done. My husband paid them, so I don t know how much it costs for the whole service.
Description of Work: Brinks Home Security installed an alarm at our home.
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
12/2005
5.0
home security systems
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The Company provides monitoring service. They are professional in every aspect. They did a great job with the installation. Their call center is excellent; it surely makes me feel safer having the system.
Description of Work: Brinks Home Security installed our home security system.
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
$50
Jamie I.
12/2005
5.0
home security systems
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I am satisfied and everything is in working order. I never have any false alarms or anything like that. The people are great. They are friendly and are there 24 hours a day to answer any questions that I may have. Overall the system is in very good working order. Hopefully I do not have to call them for any problems.
Description of Work: Brinks installed an alarm system in my home.
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
$18
Kathleen S.
12/2005
5.0
home security systems
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I am rather pleased with the company. The installation process was quick and done in a timely manner. The people were nice and courteous. They didn t talk very much. They just came in and got right to work. I never have any false alarms, however they are supposed to call me if such a thing happens. My access code was not working one day and they came out to look at it. I forgot I had changed the code but they were here quickly to check the problem.
Description of Work: Brinks installed and did some repairs on my 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
$18
12/2005
5.0
home security systems
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I am very satisfied with Brinks. They are a very good company. However, my husband and I are an older, retired couple who are actually on a fixed income; therefore; we have had to call Brinks and tell them that we are not going to be able to use their services anymore. When I had told them this, they offered to work with me as far as the pricing to get my payments lowered to about 17 dollars a month rather than the original payment. I still think this is a little high, being that my income is so low, but that was very generous of them. I had a lightning storm that had blown out the system and was supposed to pay 300 to 400 dollars to have the system replaced, but Brinks worked with me and had my insurance cover it.
Description of Work: Brinks installed an alarm system in my home.
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Service Categories
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FAQ
ADT Security Services Inc - Houston is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
ADT Security Services Inc - Houston accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
No, ADT Security Services Inc - Houston does not offer free project estimates.
No, ADT Security Services Inc - Houston does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, ADT Security Services Inc - Houston does not offer a senior discount.
No, ADT Security Services Inc - Houston does not offer emergency services.
No, ADT Security Services Inc - Houston does not offer warranties.
ADT Security Services Inc - Houston offers the following services: Alarms, home security, automation, health, gold standard, custom solutions, carbon monoxide, flood, temperature, burglary, medical alert, fire & smoke monitoring.