The monthly monitoring fee is an investment but can be worth the peace of mind and hands-off control. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners of NerdWallet, ...

A home security system doesn’t have to break the bank, but equipment and monthly costs can vary widely. Some or all of the mortgage lenders featured on our site are advertising partners of NerdWallet, ...

Traditional home security monitoring from companies like ADT or Frontpoint tend to start at around $50 per month, and quickly rise with add-ons and extra fees (when I tested ADT’s latest system, ...

When you purchase a home security system, one of the biggest decisions you’ll face is whether to spring for live professional monitoring. This service can add significantly to the total cost of the ...

For many homeowners, keeping their property safe doesn’t necessarily mean paying a monthly bill. The rise of smart home ...

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From using existing wiring to repurposing old hardware or smart devices, keeping your home secure might not cost as much as ...

The Lorex Smart Home Security Center supports a variety of the company’s own HD cameras and sensors to can keep an eye on your home without any subscription fees, but there’s no option for ...

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Don't throw out your old webcam — not when you can use it as the backbone of a cheap home security camera system that you can ...

Arlo announced the impending arrival of its long-awaited home security system at CES 2022 this week, and the product even got a nod as a 2022 CES Innovation Award honoree. The company, known for its ...

If you’re among the 39 million U.S. households protected by a monitored home security system, chances are you’ve triggered a false alarm or two. What you might not know is that nearly all security ...