Guardian Protection

Guaridan Protection has been protecting homes and businesses since 1950 and is now one of the biggest home security companies in the nation. The company provides smart technology and 24/7 professional monitoring that are professionally installed.

Pros

Protection Packages

Guardian Protection provides home security systems that easily compete with some of the top security companies in the industry. Packages include:

• Standard – Includes standard devices, smart home control, and life safety.
• Essential – Includes all standard features plus home automation and HD video doorbells.
• Premium – The most complete home security system with home automation. Includes all features of the other packages plus smart home control.

24/7 Monitoring

In addition to the landline monitoring services found in most home security systems, Guardian Protection also provides backup cellular monitoring services in the event that your electricity goes out. Guardian Protection also employs Smash-and-Crash technology to ensure homes remain protected even when the security systems are tampered with or destroyed.

Guardian Protection Home Security Package

Every home security system sold by Guardian Protection is custom-designed and professionally installed. Guardian Protection offers a wide variety of equipment so you can tailor your system to include various monitoring systems. Some of the products and technology that Guardian Protection offers includes motion sensor systems, mobile app, glass break detector, security cameras including an indoor camera and outdoor camera, garage door switch, door locks, door and window sensors, and a central monitoring station.

Positive Guardian Protection Customer Reviews

• Customer Service. The biggest praise customers have for Guardian Protection is their customer service. Reviewers say the reps are friendly, prompt, and helpful. Several customers say they are able to get ahold of the company quickly.
• Alarm Response. Many reviews state that Guardian Protection responds quickly to alarms.

Cons

Not Available Nationwide

Guardian Protection offers home security services in 20 states: AZ, DE, DC, FL, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MI, MO, NJ, NC, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WV. If you aren’t in one of these states, we recommend checking out Frontpoint, available in all states for similar pricing.

In addition to not being available in several states, Guardian Protection is not available to apartment renters.

Transparency Issues

There appears to be some confusion with regard to specifics surrounding Guardian Protection’s advertised contract lengths and cancellation policy. This confusion is due in large part to Guardian Protection’s poor online transparency as well as its method of contract delivery.

Negative Guardian Protection Reviews Summary

• Contract. Many of the negative reviews for Guardian Protection mention the long contract and that it is difficult to cancel. Reviewers say that the company’s contract length runs from 3-5 years. Before signing up with Guardian Protection, make sure to be aware of their contract length and to ask about their cancellation / moving policy.
• Camera Issues. A few people have claimed to have issues with Guardian Protection’s cameras, and that they are very sensitive.

Our Recommendation

In the end, Guardian Protection does strive to provide quality home security systems that give each customer peace of mind. Additionally, the home security business also offers 24/7 monitoring services as well as high-end technology including door locks, garage door switch, indoor camera, outdoor camera, alarm systems, motion sensor systems, a mobile app, glass break detector, door and window sensors, a central station, smoke detectors, a doorbell camera, and more.

We recommend Guardian Protection to those interested in professional installation and professional monitoring. Contact them today to see how you can get started.

Guardian Smart Home Packages

All packages come with 24/7 professional, wireless and cellular monitoring. Each package can also be monitored on the go with Guardian Protection’s app

Standard Security: $99 upfront; $34.95/month

• Control keypad
• 3 door / window sensors
• 1 motion sensor

Essential Security: $299 upfront; $49.99/month

• Control keypad
• 3 door / window sensors
• 1 motion sensor
• 1 home automation device: door lock, thermostat, light module, garage door opener, video doorbell

Premium Security: $499 upfront; $59.99/month

• Control keypad
• 3 door / window sensors
• 1 motion sensor
• 1 home automation device: door lock, thermostat, light module, garage door opener
• 1 video surveillance: indoor camera, outdoor camera, video doorbell

Add on additional equipment to your Guardian Protection monitoring

• Touchscreen control panel
• Door / window sensor
• Smart motion sensor
• Image sensor
• Video doorbell camera
• Indoor camera
• Outdoor camera
• Carbon monoxide detector
• Glassbreak detector
• Light control
• Heat detector
• Low-temperature detector
• Smoke / detector
• Smart thermostat
• Smart locks
• Garage door control
• Remote control key
• Medical pendant

Technician Charges

Guardian Protection’s normal hours are weekdays from 8am-5pm. Fees during that time are:

• Home Visit: $60 max
• Hourly Rate (billed every 15mins): $90 max

For emergency visits outside of the normal business hours or holidays, Guardian charges the following:

• Home Visit: $75 max
• Hourly Rate (billed every 15mins): $105 max