At Monitronics, we work 24/7 to earn and maintain your trust by protecting you and over 700,000 other customers nationwide with advanced security monitoring technology through our leading Central Monitoring Center.
We also know you work hard to create a home and a comfortable life. Losing any possession to a burglary or fire violates your wife way of life. That’s why you need a capable of providing a fast, efficient emergency response—every time—to protect your way of life and your belongings.
How does a monitored security system work?
When your Monitronics alarm is activated and then triggered by an event like a burglary or fire, Monitronics immediately goes into action:
• Your alarm system instantly sends a signal to the Monitronics Central Monitoring Station, prompting our highly trained agents to react by contacting you via two-way voice or by phone.
• The Monitoring Station Operator will ask you to provide your password. In case you accidentally set off your system, Monitronics will clear the alarm from any emergency dispatch.
• If Monitronics is unable to contact you; if the monitoring station receives the wrong password; if your specified contact telephone line is busy; or if we have reason to suspect trouble at your home, we’ll dispatch the proper authorities to directly assess the situation.
What is Two-Way Interactive Voice Verification?
Monitronics is the industry leader in two-way, interactive audio voice verification. That’s a fancy way of saying that, when your security system’s alarm is activated, it allows for live, hands-free communication with one of our monitoring center operators from anywhere in your home. (Two-way voice verification is an essential component of modern alarm system technology, but many of our competitors don’t offer it.)
Through a hands-free, two-way speaker system, you can talk with the Monitronics monitoring center to alert us of your emergency or situation. Because you’re the only one who can activate the system, your privacy is maintained – and you’re in charge, because Two-Way Interactive Audio Verification can’t happen unless you choose to initiate the system or the alarm is triggered.
When an active alarm is triggered, or when you choose to activate the interactive audio system, you are quickly connected to the Monitronics Monitoring Center who can react to your call and stay with you through the whole event.
Do I Need Fire and Smoke Monitoring?
Your safety and security needs aren’t limited to anti-theft protection. In fact, statistics show that the No. 1 “home intruder” is fire – so protecting your home with monitored fire and smoke detection technology is one of the wisest things you can do!
The sooner a fire is detected and emergency responders are notified, the greater the chance that your loved ones and possessions will be safe.
More than 4,000 deaths are caused by fires each year in the U.S. – and more than 400,000 residential fires destroy an estimated $4.7 billion in property. Our nation has a fire death rate that’s two times greater than most European nations – making it more vital than ever that your home have a fire-safety system that utilizes the right technology and equipment to detect smoke and fire, protect property and save lives.
According to the U.S. Home Safety Council, 97% of U.S. homes have at least one basic smoke detector – but an off-the-shelf smoke alarm may not be enough to protect your family and property.
Fire and smoke detection works even when your alarm system isn’t armed – and early detection of smoke or fire is the key to faster response.
How Important is Carbon Monoxide Monitoring?
Carbon monoxide poisoning kills 1,500 people each year – and another 10,000 a year seek medical attention for carbon monoxide poisoning. With seven out of eight homes containing some threat of carbon monoxide poisoning, integrating monitored carbon monoxide detectors into your home security system is a smart move.
Monitronics’ carbon monoxide detectors work around the clock—even when your security system isn’t armed - to ensure total protection from carbon monoxide poisoning.
Because it is impossible to see, taste or smell the toxic fumes, CO can kill you before you are aware it is in your home. At lower levels of exposure, this “silent intruder” causes mild effects that are often mistaken for the flu. These symptoms include headaches, dizziness, disorientation, nausea and fatigue.
Monitronics offers detection solutions that provide true peace of mind. You won't have to worry about the "what ifs":
• What if my plug-in detector isn't working?
• What if I don't hear the alarm?
• What if I'm not home when the alarm goes off?
• What if I didn't install the over-the-counter detector properly?
Monitronics is there all day, every day. If your detector stops working a signal notifies us, if an alarm is triggered we respond immediately...there is nothing for you to do, but sit back and relax. Enjoy life. We've got you covered.
Carbon Monoxide: How at Risk are You?
Both old and new homes alike contain potential sources of CO. While some older homes may be at risk due to malfunctioning appliances and faulty ventilation, new houses designed to be energy efficient may be at even greater risk.
Some potential sources of carbon monoxide poisoning:
• Gas/oil furnace
• Gas/kerosene heaters
• Gas water heater/appliances
• Cigarette smoke
• Wood/gas fireplace
• Clogged chimney
• Car/Garage
How do I get a Monitored Security System?
It's simple. Click Here to see our online specials. Provide us your information and we'll connect you with a Monitronics Authorized Dealer in your area. They'll conduct a complete security analysis and tailor a system specifically for your home and life.