Home alarm systems, yah or nah? (lemmy.today)

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Are home alarm systems worth it? I'm talking about something like ADT or Vivint, with window and door sensors, and automated police calls.

Are those monthly subscriptions worth it? Do you guys have them? Does anyone have any stories where having an alarm system made a break-in situation better? Are they just snake oil?

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[-] Pistcow@lemm.ee 1 points 4 months ago

I've got the Ring set up and it was pretty cheap along with a few stick up cameras on the exterior. Been nice when I got on vacation and lowered my home insurance. Lots of similar ecosystems. Also, bedside pistol safe and family code word.

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