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ADT

 4.2/5 (679 reviews)
ADT
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About ADT

ADT provides home security and alarm systems with features like entry sensors, motion detection, smoke alarms and leak detectors to help ensure your home, family and belongings are protected from intruders and environmental disasters. The company offers professionally installed systems available with top-of-the-line equipment for intrusion detection, video monitoring and smart-home automation.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Variety of products
  • Reliable service
  • Smart-home connectivity
  • Six-month money-back guarantee

Cons

  • Limited video capabilities
  • Installation cost

Bottom Line

ADT offers customized alarm and security systems with smart-home automation features and 24/7 monitoring. With ADT Pulse, the system can be connected to Amazon Alexa and your smart-home devices.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 14, 2023

The system does its job. Someone called and told me my bill was gonna be higher but I got it sent down to the same amount that it was prior.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 14, 2023

The technician with ADT was pleasant.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 14, 2023

Sometimes the cameras go offline and I don't get the video. If I check on my phone and don't see any video of where the cameras are, then I know it's gone offline. But it always went back or else, if I called, it was fixed. The system works well most of the time and I have a feeling of security and responsiveness from the company.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 13, 2023

The service personnel are very knowledgeable, the equipment is working flawlessly, even though it's old, and it's very reliable. The 24-hour monitoring system is very dependable and right on the money. ADT is the best in the business and that's why I've used them for over 20 years.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 12, 2023

ADT is a very reliable company. The system gives you everything you need. I like being able to use it on my mobile device. It's been good with their technicians for the most part.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 11, 2023

My installer went over everything and told me everything about the system. The work took two hours and everything was nice. One time, I couldn't get something going on with my keypad. Customer service walked me through it. There was also a time I tested the system. Something was going off and they walked me through it too. It's been three years that I've been with ADT and everything has been good. Get ADT.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 10, 2023

After being a loyal customer for 7 years, I recently moved. ADT is now charging $566.63 for the equipment I left behind. The new owner already agreed to take over the service, and while he was able to take over the service, the monthly equipment charge is not transferrable I was told. That makes no sense. They're having me pay for equipment that I'm not going to use. I called customer service and they didn't want to or were unwilling to help. Stay away from ADT.

ADT response

Good afternoon Bojan. Thank you for choosing ADT and for your review. We apologize for the inconvenience. We located your account and can confirm that you took out a 0% APR loan with ADT. The balance of this loan became due when you canceled your service at the referenced location. Please call us at 1 800 238 2727 if you have any additional questions so we can connect. Stay safe! - Mazen

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Verified Reviewer
Original review: Feb. 9, 2023

Dealt with two online technicians who were outsourced from India. Could hardly understand their English and nothing they had me do solved the technical issue. Called a Customer Service person and had to wait 20 minutes on the phone. The connection was very bad and this caused communication problems with both ends. The Customer Service representative was rather disrespectful and curt with me because I could hardly understand what he was saying and he kept having to repeat himself. I attempted to apologize but he said and I quote, "With all due respect, I have fulfilled your request to have a technician come out and I do not accept your apology." Need I say more.

ADT response

Hello. Thank you for reaching out and we are so sorry for this frustrating experience! We'll be sure to have all calls reviewed and ensure a coaching opportunity is addressed between those agents you spoke with and their direct managers. Should you continue to have issues with the service after a the tech comes out, please let us know! Thank you.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 9, 2023

Customer service was very friendly. They answered all my questions, and the sales guy that came amplified really good confidence, like ADT is a good, solid company. Installation was smooth too. They tested the system and everything worked fine. The app shows me who's at the door when it senses something, which is good. The problem is that, right now, I'm having an issue arming the alarm. It keeps telling me that the living room 2 had been tampered with, and I live by myself. I tried to get ahold of the guy that sold the system to me, but he moved on. I don't know how I am gonna get a tech out there or what they need to do. Overall though, they did really good service. I'm happy, and I would recommend them. I had people call ADT three times already.

ADT response

Roberto- Thank you for being such a wonderful part of our ADT family and our specialist team is always here for your when you need us directly at 1-800-238-2727. ~ Thank you

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 9, 2023

The installers did a really good job, and I like the sensors. However, I got cheated. I was supposed to get a free Ring doorbell and I was looking forward it, but I didn't get one. ADT didn't tell me, and my sister got hers. When I went to ask about it, it was a big mess, but they ended up fixing it. We talked it over and they took care of me. Go through everything, check with ADT and make sure you get what you're getting.

ADT response

We're so sorry to hear of the trouble but are so glad to hear the issue was resolved! Thank you for sharing your feedback and welcome to the ADT family!

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 9, 2023

I've asked ADT 10 times to cancel it and they haven't done it yet. I have a 60-day warranty guarantee. Then they decided to say, “Oh, that's only the technician has to come out three times for the same problem.” I have had him out for other problems but not three in a row for the same thing. The camera was not doing what it was supposed to. It was going off for every single thing. About every five minutes, I was getting a notification for nothing. Then if the alarm went off, I accidentally opened the door before I turned it off, and it would get to the bad part, the siren part and they didn't call. I held it in my hand the last five times to see if they were going to call but no one called to see if we were okay. And the police never came.

Also, I have really expensive windows. The tech took the motion sensor for the bedroom and he drilled holes in the pane of my window and put it on there. They also took all the stuff that I had before. They told me it was normal to do that. I don't think it is normal to take someone's property. It was also difficult getting a hold of them.

ADT response

Hello Yvette- We're sorry for the trouble. May we ask that you email AlwaysThere@adt.com with your phone number and the address associated with your system, along with a detailed issue description, so that we can further review and assist? We'll be sure to promptly follow-up.

Thank you,

- Mazen

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 9, 2023

My ADT system is not working. My doorbell doesn't work and I don't get any calls. They said it might be the battery. Then, the guy had me go out and he said, "Just take it off and put it on the charger." They never gave me a charger. He said it was in the box. There was no charger in my box. It didn't come off. I said, "This is attached to two wires." He said, "Why is it attached to two wires?" I said, "I don't know, I guess it's attached to two wires." He said, "Put it back on there." Then he transferred me and that was when it began. I was transferred five times. They finally transferred me to a person that was supposed to come out. He said, "We don't have any information on you. We don't know who you are. We can't come out." So he transferred me back to ADT yesterday, and then, they sent me, "Your whole time is whatever." I left it alone last night.

I called again today. But when I called the billing, they answered right away. I told the lady what the problem was, and she said, "Well, no. I have the same one you have, you don't have a charger with it." The tech was supposed to come. They called to make a virtual appointment, and they said, "You have to have a smartphone and this Google app." I don't have any of that. I have an Android, so I just canceled it.

ADT response

Good Morning- We're so very sorry to learn of your frustrating experience and our team would be happy to review your outstanding concerns with you directly if you could please email our team at alwaysthere@adt.com along with the full address/telephone number linked with the account. ~ Thank you

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 9, 2023

The ADT Representatives have been good. But the product hasn't been good. I'm waiting for them to call me back now. They agreed to it. But I haven't heard from them. I understand one of the bosses is sick and has to make the final decision. But the product here versus when it was in my house for 15 years, it's just not as good as it is in a condominium. This security system that was installed keeps calling off on Wi-Fi. I have a lot of other computer systems here so it wouldn't be my system here. It's their system. ‘Cause all the other computers, none of them go through this kind of stuff.

I was determined that they would give me a new one. But they haven't gotten around to doing it. They haven't called me. But it's only been a week. But they gave me a good deal on the hardware. They considered I was a customer for many years. When I go out or if I go out of town, I set my alarm and go about my business. Now I live in a gated community. But, I still like the fact that I have this ADT system. It's a good product once they install the proper one.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 9, 2023

The installation of our ADT went smoothly. The guy was very nice and informative. He told us everything and how to do it. However, the camera's out there and it says, "Front doorbell offline." But I've been having problems with the cable. I like that when I dropped a pot and a glass, it said something on the alarm, "Glass break." It works perfectly. I'm very satisfied.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 9, 2023

The reps were awesome. They were very patient with me and explained everything. I feel very secure, and I'm totally happy with ADT.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 9, 2023

My house got robbed, so I started searching for home security systems. I liked ADT because of the saleswoman, Donna. She came out and sat down with me within a week after my house got broken into. She showed me everything they offered and went over everything with me. She was really good, and I liked the presentation. It was old school. Some of the other companies I contacted wanted their technician to come out. They didn't have a salesperson that would come. It was high pressure sales tactics. One company even wanted some money up front on the phone before they would send somebody out, and I didn't wanna do any of that.

ADT put together a price, then within a week, I had their system. The installation went good, and I like the ease of arming and disarming the system via the app on my phone. That works out really well. On the other hand, the glass breakage sensors are really sensitive. They go off when you drop something. The alarm's off, but it has a thing where if you open up a door, it'll say your front door is open. Everything else is fine. I feel good about the system, so far, and I've referred a few people already.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 9, 2023

My experience with ADT was excellent. I called their main 800 number, then they had a guy from close to my home call me. The gentleman I spoke to works out of his house, and he worked around my schedule. The guy that came out and put the system in was fantastic. I added a feature, and that was great. I love that I can view the camera on my phone, and I like the monitoring. A lot of companies don't monitor and will call the police. The gentleman I spoke to was very personable. He gave me his personal cell, so if I have any issues, I can text him. ADT is a big company, but they brought it down to earth, so I was very happy. Right now, everything is perfect, and I referred somebody.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 9, 2023

I currently have ADT, and I'm satisfied. It's a good security system with lots of options. It could be cheaper though.

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Verified Reviewer
Original review: Feb. 8, 2023

Would leave a zero star if possible. Battling with ADT for 2 years now, trying to keep my 93 year old mom safe and secure. Cameras never working right, video clips don't work, no one knows what they are doing. Completely inept, uninformed, unskilled, and basically useless people - from tech support, to customer service, to installation, to field managers, to corporate ** artists. Honestly, I think they pick up day laborers on the street corner and say, "Hey you want to work for ADT for the day going from house to house and never fixing anything?"

The "Property Brothers" should be in jail for promoting this sham of a company. They take your money every month, never fix anything right, cancel appointments, or just don't show up, or send repair people who claim to only know about different devices and they leave. Running neck and neck with Optimum for being the absolutely worst company in the United States. Run away, run away fast and please do not ever get involved with ADT.

ADT response

Hello. We're sorry to learn of this frustrating experience. So that our team can review this further, may we please ask that you send us a copy of your review/concern, along with the phone number and address where the service is located to AlwaysThere@adt.com. Thank you.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 8, 2023

The installation went well. The guy that did it was the guy that put it here at my parents' house. He's very professional. At first, I was having problems with it because it wasn't connected to two parts, that back door and a window in the kitchen. He came back and fixed it. The system is very secure. I like it. If I get a notification, I can look on my phone to see what's going on.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 8, 2023

The installer was knowledgeable about the system and able to explain how it worked. When the alarm goes off, I'm able to get it handled quickly.

ADT response

Thank you for reaching out to us, we appreciate the feedback!

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 8, 2023

I'm very satisfied with ADT. The serviceman and the salesman that came out did exactly what they said they were gonna do. ADT is the best in the business.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 8, 2023

I don't like that I have to keep charging my doorbell camera every two weeks. When it was installed, the gentleman said that we didn't have to charge it for months.

ADT response

Thank you for reaching out to us! We’re sorry to hear about this experience and we would like to further assist you in getting this resolved. Please reach out to us directly at Alwaysthere@adt.com. Please include the address/phone number to the account and a copy of your post.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 6, 2023

I had an ADT system in California. When I moved here, I got another system. I like the it. It's simple. It works and it's not hard to keep functioning. It's reliable. I like the level of service too. They respond very quickly. They try to address the issue over the phone and if they can't, they send someone out immediately.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 6, 2023

I feel secure having a home security system with ADT. I chose them after seeing the good reviews and the price.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 5, 2023

I had a positive experience with my ADT sales rep and their intallers were very nice. I've been a customer for six years and I'm very happy with it. I like that they monitor things so well. I can monitor things on my phone too.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 5, 2023

We had one service call to ADT to adjust one of the sensors and it was taken care of without issue. As far as the alarm system, I've got an app that I'm able to monitor what's going on and be able to test the system and get information on it right from my phone. So, it's very user-friendly from that perspective. I like that ADT is nationwide and when we're not here, we got someone or a way to make sure that things are still secure and safe.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 5, 2023

We've had ADT for a long time and we recently upgraded to video cameras. Customer service has been good. I had a couple of things where I had to redo the back sliding glass doors to the patio. To do that, I had to pull down the sensors. I contacted ADT and a guy walked me through. He said, “Real simple just to do it yourself. I'll tell you the package.” It was really an easy and good conversation. He was very clear and understanding of what I needed. The benefit of ADT is just having a home security system. They provide a good service. But they need to bundle the doorbell into the system as opposed to having the Google doorbell. They're working with that and they told me that that was coming in the near future. The only thing is I can get security systems for cheaper than ADT.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 5, 2023

I have two cameras and an alarm. I'm very satisfied with the features of the package I purchased. With my signs outside, the system works and nobody is trying to break in. The sign is a big thing for a person to have in a yard so people know you are protected.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 5, 2023

We have phone service, alarm and internet with ADT. They have not gotten my phone service straightened out yet. It's not ringing when it should ring and then again it's ringing and nobody's calling. So, it's a mess. As far as the alarm, sometimes when I go out the door or I come in, cut it off, and I come in, I can't get it to shut off right and when it needs to. Then sometimes, it'll just trip itself. So far, the system has been okay even though it's not the more and up to date one. As far as with the clarity of it and getting it set on and off, I had some issues with it. Overall, since having the system, I have a sense of security with it that I believe that I wouldn't have if I didn't have it. ADT gives real good service.

ADT response

Hello. Thank you for your review and feedback! Please reach out to us at 1-800-238-2727 so we can help address any concerns with the how the system alarms or how it communicates via the landline / cell communication, etc.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 5, 2023

When we had the appointment, the tech came in and explained how the system works, how the monitoring would be, and all the permits. We're very satisfied. He had to come in a couple of times because the cameras were disconnecting. So, he had to reprogram it.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 4, 2023

The package that I got from ADT was great. It tells me anybody who's at the door. The installer who came out was also great. He answered any questions I had and he was quick.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 4, 2023

We've had ADT for 11 years now. We recently upgraded our system to a newer system. We got the updated touchscreen control panel. We added the fire monitoring system, the fire detectors and the Google Nest doorbell. It is fairly easy to work the new upgrade cause we got that Google Nest inside the house on the kitchen counter and all we gotta do is set the alarm system and turn it off. The gentleman that came out absolutely knew what he was doing. He walked us through step by step setting everything up. Any time we had an issue with the system or a code, we would just call customer service and they’d automatically assist us. However, we had the manual for the ADT system and it didn't cover the battery. So, we had to go online to look that up.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 4, 2023

I love ADT. They do a perfect job. They're fast with helping me with issues. If they call me, they would walk me through things. That way, they would not have to come out and I would do things myself. It would save them a trip because I live way out in the country.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 3, 2023

ADT is very reliable. Their equipment is very good. They're friendly, knowledgeable about their equipment, and their people are very good at what they do. When we have an issue or problem, we've been able to contact ADT and they've been able to answer the questions over the telephone and have us do things on the keypad that it worked well. They also needed to replace some things in the house like smoke detectors and they were right on the spot with replacing them.

Performance-wise, they seemed right on the spot as far as when there was an issue or a problem, they were right there. And if we didn't get a chance to shut the alarm off before it went off, it worked very good as far as something I wouldn't wanna be coming into as a burglar. Sometimes, we have a sensor issue as far as the door’s not closing correctly or tightly enough. Or if something shows up on the keypad that I didn't understand, I've been able to call ADT and they could walk me through how to fix it or ignore the area that's bad until they sent somebody out to check it out. If they couldn't fix it over the phone, they have a good response time as far as sending somebody out to look at the issue and straightening it out.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 3, 2023

We had a few issues with wiring to our internal system that ADT's techs had to replace. They also had seven units they had to readjust. But everything got done in a pretty timely manner. Their reps were great and very thorough. So far, we have 45 units and on good days, we can cover all our own power.

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Verified Reviewer
Original review: Feb. 3, 2023

1) A few months ago, my alarm went off for about four minutes and nobody called, no policeman showed, no nothing. For ADT it was like it never happened at all. If it were a real emergency, I would be dead now. 2) The more recent problem, last week I called because my garage door sensor isn't working. Your troubleshooting department told me it was probably the magnet so you proceeded to ship me a magnet replacement kit. Upon arrival, I called the ADT troubleshooting department again and I was instructed and guided to replace the magnet. Upon replacing it, the issue wasn't fixed. I requested for a technician to come over to replace the sensor and fix the problem cause I'm tired of calling and being transferred from department to department without a solution.

When I asked for the technician, the troubleshooting lady told me "oohhh it seems that you are supposed to be supported by a local dealer, Safe Haven. They would need to be the ones doing the sensor replacement, let me transfer the call to them". The call was transferred, then the Safe Haven representative told me, "Well, I can no longer service you free of charge because you tampered with the sensor. You will need to pay $89.99 for a new sensor and $59.99 for the visit/installation. This will need to be serviced by ADT because they instructed you to make the replacement. Let me transfer your call to ADT".

The call was transferred back to ADT, and the guy who is now handling my call, Selvin from the tech or troubleshooting department (didn't want to tell me his last name), tells me that they cannot help and it should be Safe Haven. I explained the whole situation once again cause I didn't make the choice to replace the magnet, ADT instructed me to do so. He stands by his position that he cannot help me or send anybody. I asked for a supervisor, he said that there were no supervisors and couldn't give me a name of one. The most he could do is schedule a callback from the supervisor. I told him, ok do it. He said he scheduled it and I'm still awaiting that callback and my problem is still without a solution for a situation that ADT created.

ADT response

Thank you for reaching out to us! We’re sorry to hear about this experience and we would like to further assist you in getting this resolved. Please reach out to us directly at Alwaysthere@adt.com. Please include the address/phone number to the account and a copy of your post.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Feb. 2, 2023

Most of the time, our issue has either been a camera or the doorbell alarm didn't work. ADT came out and they were very helpful. We had a company one time that went to get a bottle of water out in the garage and it put the alarm off. ADT was very quick to call and react. So, it feels good that they're right on the ball. We're glad we have everything we have.

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Verified Reviewer
Original review: Jan. 31, 2023

After a 20 plus year relationship, in mid November of 2022, our main pad became frozen with an error code. I called ADT customer service and was transferred to technical support. I spent over two hours attempting to troubleshoot the issue to no avail. Tech support made an appointment for a tech visit which they did not show up for. The next day I learned that the visit was intended to be another phone session? Over the next two weeks I could not get any one in customer service, sales department, service department or online to speak to me. By the end of November (still without protection) I decided to contract with another company. After being unable to speak to someone at ADT to cancel, I had to cancel credit card auto billing. Two and a half months later (Jan 2023) ADT is continuing to bill us (now for the third month) and threatening that the billing will continue. We have not had any service from ADT since mid November when their panel froze.

OUR ​UPDATE​. Within 12 hours of me posting the above complaint, I received a text from ADT collections. So the ADT collections department are still actively pursuing me. Another complaint I have is the "debt due" changed overnight. Yesterday I was told it was over $137. The notice I received this morning said over $117. So now I have an additional complaint that the collections department has no idea what they are doing.

Update Jan 31, 2023. ADT responded with an email on Jan 27. The call list within their email shows only two calls. My phone log shows I contacted them 6 times between Nov 16 and Nov 21. I attempted to work with their customer service and service tech to resolve the error making my system unusable. My attempts to contact ADT numerous times to cancel resulted in being put on hold for a excessive wait times before hanging up in frustration. One example is November 21 for three calls, all fruitless. I spoke with three separate individuals requesting cancellation. I gave ADT until Nov 28 before researching other companies. The author of the email is the fourth person I have told I wish to cancel. ADT continues to bill me.

ADT response

Hi Venus- Thank you for your post to our Consumer Affairs' page. It is important to note that, ADT has received multiple emails regarding these concerns. ADT has acknowledged your concerns, and responded a few different times to the email thread. Our sincerest apologies for the troubles, however in order to proceed further we need the following info provided back, as requested in the email. Your account verbal PW or customer number, and a signed letter of intent to cancel. Once those are received ADT can assist accordingly with your request. Thank you.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Jan. 31, 2023

The application process was a little pain. It was because when I first started, I had a guy that didn't know what he was doing. He was just a guy that sells the stuff. Then another guy came in and did the installation. He fixed everything up for me. The package that I got took a little negotiating, but I was pretty satisfied with it. I didn't get everything I wanted, but I got most of it. When the alarm went off and we didn't quite get there fast enough, we got a call from ADT and they were real nice about it. We gave them the code, and everything was all done. It was pretty good. The time that it took them to call me wasn't very long at all.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Jan. 31, 2023

The tech who did the installation was very helpful and quite a gentleman. A matter of fact, he came twice for the initial set up and when there was a battery that he had to replace. I also replaced the small batteries a couple of times. When the system wasn't getting a signal, ADT's reps would call me. Then recently, there was a problem with not getting a signal from the home system and about a week and a half ago, a technician came. Everything was well scheduled and he did a minor adjustment. He also taught me how to do things on the system and now, if that code ever pops up again, I know what to do. ADT's reps are very friendly and try and instruct you as much as they can. I like to deal with a person and not so much just the computer, and they've been very good with that. They have good bedside manners, too.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Jan. 28, 2023

I signed up originally with a security company called Ackerman and ever since ADT bought them, it's been terrible so I would like to get rid of it. I tried to call Ackerman and they said I had to call ADT. Nobody ever told me that I wasn't with Ackerman. I tried to call ADT and I went through about 12 different people and I never talked to anybody live. Finally, I got a little live person and they said they could not help me. I've had a very poor experience so far.

I don't like the program and my system sucks. I tried to tell ADT that the thing is not working and they won't let me talk to anybody that will help me. All they wanna do is sell more stuff. I'm not into buying and I'm into getting it fixed. My system was beeping like crazy and telling me to change the battery. I've been changing the $26 batteries about four times a year. It's an outdated system. Last time, I had a person here to look at it and he said that this system is gone. We can't even get parts for it so he is gonna get us a new system. But we never got a new one. I'll just quit sending ADT money and let them come after me. I'm very disappointed.

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Original review: Jan. 28, 2023

ADT was reasonably priced and it's been around forever. My experience with them has been good. When I call, there's someone to pick up. I've got everything downloaded and I have all the apps. They're functioning well. The doorbell video is good. With the system at home, I feel better. ADT works.

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Original review: Jan. 26, 2023

Having the system makes me feel more secure and their reps are very helpful. The back doorbell camera was low on battery and the rep told me how to take it apart, bring it in, plug it in, and put it back.

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Original review: Jan. 26, 2023

My biggest complaint today is for 3 months now it has said my Nest aware subscription is expired. It is included with my cameras. I have spent hours and hours on customer service just to be transferred over and over again. They charged me a $250 electrician fee, the electrician has not come out was canceled after 60 days and that charge was not removed. Their payment system debited my account $350 but it was sent to my flexi pay not my messed up bill. Finally I said fine I will just pay again. They just debited my ach $327 twice on the same day! Now I have a very very large credit. I am sooo mad!

My cameras are just sitting places with wires hanging everywhere. They charged me an extra $50 to put the control center on my counter. Instead of just installing how they should. The tech couldn't figure out how.to make my google home work correctly so told me to call google lol. Had me sign and left. Customer service is 0. I have a contract with the wrong items on it. I signed and they didn't get me a new contract. This is problematic as they needed to have me sign the correct contract when my products changed and they just didn't bother! At this point I am disgusted and frustrated. My system has never been correctly working.

ADT response

Hi Angelo,

I am sorry to hear about the issues you have been experiencing with your Nest Aware subscription and the difficulties you have had with customer service. I understand how frustrating and disappointing this must be for you. I can assure you that the agent you spoke to has already requested a refund on your behalf. Please allow some time for the refund to process.

As for your camera issues, I would recommend that you contact our tech support directly at 1 800 238 2727 at your earliest convenience. Our tech support team will be more than happy to assist you with resolving any issues you may have with your cameras.

We apologize for the inconvenience and frustration caused by these issues and will do our best to resolve them as soon as possible. Stay safe! - Mazen

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Original review: Jan. 26, 2023

The system works well. I've had it for 30 years. I've been pleased with it.

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Original review: Jan. 26, 2023

I love ADT. They do what they're supposed to do. If I have a problem with the system, I call them and they're on it. If I'm not at home or I don't respond right away when something happens, they're gonna call me. If I still don't respond, they're gonna call the police. I'm satisfied with the system. I'm considering adding to it.

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Original review: Jan. 24, 2023

ADT installed alarm system in our house and we have been paying them for nearly 5 years now, and they did not inform us about Alarm permit needed to call cops. Yesterday our Alarm got triggered and I was not at home, could not reach my spouse, so had the ADT call the cops, but cops refuse to come due to us not having permit. I would think being experts in Alarm system they should at least inform the customer about the necessity of having an Alarm permit, before providing services. Paying them for 5 years, and they fail to tell a customer when they first install.

ADT response

Hello Scott. We are very sorry for this experience. Please review your contract terms as it will advise that he customer is responsible for obtaining and providing ADT with a permit number. A copy of this agreement can be found on MyADT as well.

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Original review: Jan. 24, 2023

The service of ADT has been really good. Their techs have been great. We like the system. I would recommend them.

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Original review: Jan. 24, 2023

ADT works well when we leave our house and arm the system.

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Original review: Jan. 23, 2023

No one lives in the house, so we trust ADT to protect it. Mistake! The alarm goes off a lot upset neighbors and police. They can't stop it from their end and so we silence it. Now we're not protected. WT

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Original review: Jan. 23, 2023

Things have been working quite well. The system is adequate and I've kept it in force. Being able to see who is on my porch was a big plus. It looks like I have my own little TV.

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Original review: Jan. 22, 2023

Overseas, 3rd party customer service to resolve issues. Multiple calls that led to no resolution. More than 18 days to wait for an order to ship for sensor battery replacements. Sensor batteries are now dead with no shipment of batteries confirmed. ADT monitoring system does not function properly as a result and my home security is compromised. Will be reconsidering my future with ADT.

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Original review: Jan. 22, 2023

The previous owner of the house had ADT and I didn't know that I could still get it. One of the people from ADT came to see me about it and said that I was available to have that because it was already existing in the house. The system was installed but it needed to be upgraded, so they did that. The tech was very good. He went through everything with me because I've never had anything like that before.

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Original review: Jan. 21, 2023

The service has been good so far. Everybody has been great. The system is easy and very user-friendly. I would definitely recommend ADT. I've recommended it to my co-workers.

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Resolution response: Jan. 27, 2023

My rating is only 3 stars because it is ridiculous that anyone should have to go to these lengths to get a tech on-site to resolve an issue with the equipment that the customer could not possibly repair on their own. I would rate the on-site techs as 5-stars+, and the customer service as 1 star minus.

Original review: Jan. 21, 2023

Let me say at the beginning, this is a ridiculous situation, but here we are. We purchased our first ADT system in 1991. We had been very happy with the service, so in 2020 decided to add indoor and outdoor cameras. We purchased 3 indoor cameras, 2 outdoor cameras and a doorbell camera, a new keypad and everything it took to complete the system. We also pay monthly for their "Quality Service Plan." Yesterday, we could not get the smoke detector to turn off the "TAMPER ALERT" after changing the batteries. We followed the on-line instructions. No Luck.

We called in for technical support, we followed their instructions to remove the batteries for 2 minutes, then replace them and reassemble the smoke detector and reboot the system. We had already done this twice before calling in. We did it again. No Luck. We scheduled a "virtual appointment" for 2 hours later. No call. We called customer service again. This time they scheduled an on-site tech for later that afternoon. When he did not show up, we called customer service again.

We were told that ADT could not reach us for the virtual service call or to reschedule the afternoon appointment because our phones blocked their call. We were told that they had attempted to call both telephone numbers shown on the account. One of our phones only has 2 numbers in its blocked caller list, and we know ADT is not one of them. I asked for the phone number they had called from, so that I could check the blocked callers list on the other phone in case we had accidentally blocked their number. The agent said she couldn't give me a specific number that they called from because they have several numbers. So she is saying we have ALL their numbers blocked, even though we don't know what they are? There is no record of any calls from ADT on either phone's activity list, and no evidence that they did, in fact call.

The agent says the only thing she can do is schedule ANOTHER appointment. I asked to speak to someone who could actually do something to resolve this issue. She refused and said the ONLY thing she would do is schedule another appointment. We had stayed home all day waiting for ADT assistance that never happened, so the idea that we would just keep scheduling appointments is unacceptable, but, according to her, that is our only alternative. I have been told that doing the same thing over and over, expecting a different result, is the definition of insanity, although dealing with ADT can make you feel like that is not far off. It is never easy to get a tech onsite, even when what they need to do is REPLACE equipment, as we have learned over the past 3 years. Effectively, it is ADT's position that we have no other recourse. (Remember, we are paying for maintenance service.)

Over the past 3 years, according to our records, ADT has replaced 4 or 5 sensors, some more than once. They have replaced the doorbell camera once or twice, possibly three times, we are not sure. They have replaced the control panel, the heat/smoke detector and one outdoor camera. There may be more that we have forgotten. Virtually every time, it is a battle to get them on-site, involving long wait times, repetition of the situation to various people, and insistence that they send someone out. Instead, we are paying for them to do work which should be covered under the warranty for the equipment we purchased. We suspect that we have either been sold used or inferior equipment, based on this service history, and now we have non-performance under the maintenance portion of the agreement.

We have been told, more than once, by their on-site techs that ADT intends to eliminate their jobs and handle all service issues online with the customer performing all the work. For this reason, we had already made the decision to change providers when our contract expires but now we can't even get the faulty equipment fixed. We are active in AARP and retired state employees groups, so we will contact them regarding what has happened, so they can inform their members when they are in the process of selecting a security company. As a rule, retired people usually don't want the drama. We sure don't.

ADT response

Hello Anita. When ADT contacts you, the number should show up as 1-800-238-2727. You can save that number into your phone, but we also recommend checking with your phone provider to ensure any calls from ADT are not blocked. This would not be an issue we can troubleshoot on our end regarding the blocked telephone issue.

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Original review: Jan. 21, 2023

The ADT tech was knowledgeable and he showed me how to work everything because I had never seen most of the stuff. The camera access is a good feature 'cause I'm able to see behind my house when I'm at work. Plus, it alerts me if anybody's in my backyard.

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Original review: Jan. 21, 2023

I'm happy with the service of ADT. I like the system. It's everything that we needed. I would recommend it.

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Original review: Jan. 21, 2023

The price started out fine but every year, it goes up. Other than that, ADT is a good company. The system works. I haven't had any problems except with the battery. I've ordered new batteries but couldn't figure out how to put them in. The person that I called was very helpful and took less than 10 minutes.

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Original review: Jan. 21, 2023

Having ADT, my home is monitored 24/7. My favorite features of the system are the extra panel, the cameras, and having a central app to manage it all. The customer service has been good, as well.

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Original review: Jan. 21, 2023

When I bought the house, there were some contracts with the builder that they were never supposed to go up on my bill. I got a bill where they went up and I called them. As soon as I said, "Hey, I'm just questioning, because you all told me you wouldn't," they corrected it. They didn't dispute it. Also, I had them install some external units a few months ago and I'm happy with that. I recommend ADT. I'm happy with them.

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Original review: Jan. 21, 2023

I'm satisfied with ADT. I'd recommend them.

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Original review: Jan. 21, 2023

Everybody I've spoken with, the people who installed, and the original salesperson have been great. Quality is phenomenal. Once I tried to get a loaner DVR, but ADT told me there was none. The Paris Police Department decided they were going to come in with a search warrant and get my DVR. I fought for three weeks. I talked to this man named John on tier five, who was outraged that the police came in and got my DVR. He said that they had no right to come in and get it. That they have worked with several police departments. And all they had to do is come in and get a flash drive and they're only legally allowed to go back one or two hours. When I called the police department, I told them what John said. I had my DVR back in 15 minutes. So, everyone has been wonderful.

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Original review: Jan. 20, 2023

The package that we got was excellent. Initially, I purchased three cameras for the inside. Later on, I added cameras for the outside. So now, I have a total of seven cameras. The technicians were friendly and cooperative. Any questions I asked, they answered them completely to my understanding.

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Original review: Jan. 20, 2023

ADT is wonderful. But I'm in dispute with with their third-party representative right now. I paid everything upfront and I didn't get anything extra. But they came back almost two years later and said I owed them $200, and that I never paid anything. I called ADT and they said, "You're all clear on our end. We have nothing to do with the other company." Well, you're the one who sent them out when I called for my service to hook this up. I've been thinking through this whole ordeal to cancel and go with something different.

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Original review: Jan. 20, 2023

We've had them since 2007 and they were kind of the premier game in the town at that point in time. They've given us excellent service since then. So we never have considered anybody else. They've been very good to work with. We are very satisfied with the features we have at this point. I dealt with alarm systems in my businesses for many years, and ADT is as good if not better than any of those other ones I've worked with. We feel very secure with it.

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Original review: Jan. 20, 2023

The rep was very informative. He told us all the options. The installer got right on the job. He double-checked everything and made sure everything was working. He had to go over a few things a time or two. I have also called him when I had a problem and he helped me out. But with the glass breakage sensor they put in, they need to tone that down because when one of the cats jumps off one of our dressers, it goes off. It also goes off you make a noise or bump something. They need to reprogram it to the sound of breaking glass and not just noise.

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Original review: Jan. 20, 2023

ADT helps me control everything that is happening around my house. I have everything, and it works properly. I had some trouble the first day they installed my doorbell camera but since the technician came and fixed that, I don't have any issue with it.

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Original review: Jan. 20, 2023

I feel very safe with ADT. I know that if anything happens, I can get help.

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Original review: Jan. 19, 2023

I am in 3 years agreement with ADT for fixed rate. I trusted the brand, and opted for autopay, to my surprise they increased the billing couple of times. What is the meaning of being in a contract, where it clearly mentioned monthly payments and duration, and the total payment for 36 months period. This is breach of trust, and cheap. Initially I had issues with sales person giving some info which was not in line with the agreement. I will not recommend ADT, and in case you want to go with them, make sure to check the contract and monthly payments.

ADT response

Good afternoon Praveen. We're sorry for the trouble. We understand that it can be frustrating to have your monthly rate increased unexpectedly. However, it's important to note that per the terms of your contract, ADT has the right to increase rates after the first year. We would recommend checking your contract on your account at www.MyADT.com to review the terms and conditions. Stay safe! - Mazen

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Original review: Jan. 18, 2023

I had ADT in Georgia for quite a few years and everything was always good. When I compared them with other highly recommended companies, their prices were about the same. The lady sales rep was very nice and helpful. Also, I was quite comfortable with the gentleman that came to install my system. I had a bad experience once so I'm leery.

I have a little bit of a learning process problem with the system so a technician showed me everything. My brother has been over here on a couple of instances. I carry the little button in my purse and I turn it on before I go out the door and turn it off when I come in. Just doing it the same way is good for me. I can get in the car and turn the alarm system on and off with the little button that I carry in my purse. There's a button I carry in my purse that I can press if I have an emergency.

The system is wonderful. I am able to turn that on when I'm in the house alone or at night. I keep it on just about all the time and anytime that I'm not here. It's easy. I like it and it makes me feel better. The system has a little bell that goes off every time somebody comes in and out a door. There was a break-in near at my neighbor's before I got the system. It's just very comforting to know that something would bring to my attention if somebody were to try to get in my house and I was at home.

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Original review: Jan. 17, 2023

I have been an ADT customer for more than 10 years by default since they bought Brinx. I recently upgraded my system to new panels. They tried to upsell me several items which I declined. At the time of install, the tech presented me with a Google Nest Hub, a product like Alexa, which I declined on the phone when I made the order. I did not need it. When the tech showed up for the alarm install he put the Nest Hub box on my kitchen counter. I asked about it and he told me it was a gift (quote: consider it a late Xmas present") and that he would help me set it up. He apparently changed his mind and told me that set up is not something he helps with and something I do on my own. 2 hours later I get a statement telling me they charged my card $120 for this $79 item that I never asked for and which was presented as a free item for my $1000 plus upgrade.

He made new changes to the already signed contract to treat it like it was agreed to and sent it as an uneditable PDF. The billing department that I waited 45 minutes to talk to just now told me I agreed to it, when I did not. He even included a recital with a box checked off that he helped me sit it up and install it which was another total lie. As usual, when I called to complain, it was the usual 45 minute hold, talk to 3 diff departments, and after talked to billing who did nothing, now transferred a 4th time to "Accounts Management Dept" and facing a 72 minute hold. They reply to all their horrible reviews with "we are very sorry," but they are not sorry. They change nothing. Do not use this company. Find a local alarm company with ethics. These people are the worst of the worst. They will make no effort to fix anything. They do not care about you.

They will also slide 5 year clause into the contract which is an absolute disgraceful way to treat 10+ year customers who upgrade. You are asking for trouble if you use this dishonest disgraceful company. Whoever the CEO is should be absolutely ashamed of him/herself, same for the customer service manager who should also be fired. As I write the review I am on hold now running 1 hour and 10 minutes. That is their end game to get you to give up. Bottom line, you do not present something as a gift then falsely memorialize and already signed contraxct by slipping in a charge for it after the fact - that is outright FRAUD. Then going hide afterward and making it impossible to talk to anyone is shameful. IF they were SORRY about all the horrible reviews, they would change how they do business. They are not sorry.

ADT response

Thank you for reaching out to us! We’re sorry to hear about this experience and we would like to further assist you in getting this resolved. Please reach out to us directly at Alwaysthere@adt.com. Please include the address/phone number to the account and a copy of your post.

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Original review: Jan. 17, 2023

The ADT sales rep was down-to-earth. He wasn't trying to push. The installer was very good too. It was a bad job to be doing it within a tin building with a hot roof. I warned them before they came that it was gonna be very hot. I said, “You can tell me when you want to schedule. I would like for you to be in there in the mornings or evenings when it's cooler.” That guy showed up said, “I’m ready to go at 3 o’clock.” I said, “Don’t you wanna sit down, relax a little bit?” He said, “No, I don’t get paid to sit.” He crawled up in there then came down and said, “You’re right. That’s hot.” He hooked it up on the wall, ran us through everything and gave us our passwords. He was a very nice guy. Everything's been great. I'm happy. The only thing I don't care for is the fact when there's motion, there's no communication. We got six cameras and I'd like to know when something alerts. I wish it would alert us on your cell phone.

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Original review: Jan. 16, 2023

I got the security system, and I have the cameras also. The installer knew his stuff and helped us out as far as walking us through when the installation was done. All my questions were answered. Anytime I had to make a phone call and talk to somebody, there was no issue.

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Original review: Jan. 15, 2023

I've had ADT for almost 12 years. Right now, I'm not very pleased. I’m waiting for a technician to come out on Monday because my cameras have not been working. They've been diligent about calling and sending technicians but I'm not happy with the customer service process, with the troubleshooting that they need to take you through to figure out the issue. It’s very time-consuming. Most times, they're not able to address the problem over the phone and they still have to have a technician come out. But they always get to the root of the problem eventually, so I’m satisfied. I've been satisfied with the system itself. It’s easy to navigate through.

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Original review: Jan. 14, 2023

The first time, we had a problem with the system. But it was on our end. My husband had to download the app and get used to something that's new. Other than that, we love our ADT system. It's easy and we can easily function. We control everything from our app. It actually gives my husband update while he's at work, letting him know everything that moves. One time, my son hit the panic button and the response from the Sheriff's Department was so quick.

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Original review: Jan. 13, 2023

I have talked to ADT customer service several times about my cameras that won’t work with 5G internet and my garage door opener that also doesn’t work with 5G. I’ve been told they do work, then told they don’t. They wouldn’t send a tech I requested because they said I could do it myself. After two hours of trying, I couldn’t get the cams working and the e-mail for the instructions to the garage specifically states it won’t work wit 5G. Anyway, I’ve been on hold with three different depts as I write this and none want to help. I am requesting they pick up the garage door opener and remove the amount it costs per month, and the same for the cameras. No one can be the one to do it. I’m going to tell them to jump in a lake and cancel the whole service now. I can’t say enough bad things about this company.

ADT response

Greetings. Our apologies for the troubles! We do show a service appointment is schedule for 1/16 between 8-12. When on site our tech will help diagnose any system issues, and offer suggestions for a resolution. We look forward to meeting on site, and working to resolve these concerns quickly. TY

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Original review: Jan. 13, 2023

They put in some surveillance cameras for me and replaced the really old ones I had. The salesperson helped very much and he explained things in detail. The installer was great. The three different cameras I have work.

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Original review: Jan. 12, 2023

I purchased my first home back in June of 2022. Being that I wanted a home monitoring service I did a little research, knew the ADT name and saw it worked with Google Home. Sold. Well here I am in January of 2023. I've done a lot more research and found that for almost a tenth of the price I could buy a better system and have it monitored for almost my monthly cost. My system has 3 cameras, 8 entry/shock sensors, a motion detector and 2 smoke detectors. All of that came to a grand total of just under 3k USD with a 5 year monitoring contract at $73 a month.

For $500ish I could buy almost identical equipment, actually some better. For instance their cameras can move around and have it monitored for $100. I called them as there's a "Six Month Money Back Guarantee". Well they'll only stand behind that if the system fails 3 times and they can't resolve it with tech visits. So here I am stuck spending $3k on equipment and $4400 in monitoring when I could have the same for $1000.

ADT response

Hello Shane. Please email us to alwaysthere@adt.com so that we may review the terms and conditions with you. Thank you

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Original review: Jan. 12, 2023

Signing up was a very nice experience and the installation was great. I like the way the panels are. I also like the Ring and the cameras. I love ADT. You should sign up.

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Original review: Jan. 10, 2023

I first got ADT in 2013 and had them through about 2019. When I went to cancel because I had gotten married and joined households with my husband, I was given the longest, most complicated run-around of all time. First, they canceled my sister's account instead of mine. It literally took them weeks to undo what they had done. Every phone call was painful as I had to recap to the agents what they had been putting me through. And they consistently kept getting my sister's and my accounts messed up. I ended up having to pay for a full year of service that I didn't need. I literally paid a bill every single month for a service I wasn't using. After six years of being a loyal customer.

Now, they are doing the same thing to my sister, quoting her ridiculous fees and claiming she "verbally agreed" to things she didn't. After speaking with someone today, the customer service agent actually hung up on her. Don't use ADT. Go with Ring, Simply Safe, or literally ANYTHING else. ADT doesn't care about you and they certainly don't want to help you. They just want your money.

ADT response

Brittany, our sincerest apologies for the troubles. Our office would like to review this further and if additional assistance is required, encourage you to please share the service address and your contact info by emailing Alwaysthere@adt.com- When doing so, please include this post for reference. Thank you

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Original review: Jan. 8, 2023

I have had a few issues with the system in front. The wires that were plugged in pulled apart and the camera isn't working now. I tried to have my electrician put it back. He put it back in but there's a process to get it in working condition again. So, it's offline. We tried calling ADT and they're telling me there's a fee. I'm not gonna pay that. They connected it and the wires came apart. They waived the fee and the tech asked me where the camera is plugged in. When we went to look, we noticed that the camera was unplugged. Somebody in the room where the camera is plugged in unplugged the camera. I didn't think that because we told them never to unplug it.

The equipment is fine. What they need to improve on is if somebody likes their product enough to install it in their home, they should be able to provide a service where a tech will come and it it's something they could fix that is not the customer's fault, they will fix it. But they should not tell customers upfront, "Oh, if we come out, it's gonna be $60, gonna be $50." They don't know what the problem is until they see it. The problem that I'm having is that the wires were not installed tightly enough so it doesn't come apart. That should not be my problem for me to pay somebody. When they tell me that there’s gonna be upfront if they send the technician, it's ridiculous. Why are they charging me to have somebody look to make sure that the system is working properly? I'm frustrated with that.

But I like this product enough and I'm representing them because if I like it, I will tell people, “Oh, I got this product. I love it so much.” But I'm not gonna tell anybody now because every time something goes wrong, I'm gonna be charged a fee.

ADT response

Thank you for reaching out to us! We’re sorry to hear about this experience and we would like to further assist you in getting this resolved. Please reach out to us directly at Alwaysthere@adt.com. Please include the address/phone number to the account and a copy of your post.

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Original review: Jan. 8, 2023

We were with ADT for 10 years, and then my husband switched companies. But now, we're back with ADT again. This is our third year with them. I checked with my friends and family, and the service was good. They had improved on some of the things and that's why we went back with them. Right now, I only have the basic because we were in the process of remodeling the house. I told them, once we finished remodeling, I would have them come back and add some more features to the house. Their techs were very good.

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Original review: Jan. 8, 2023

Their reps were very good. The installation team was also excellent. Everything's been really good. I set off the alarm recently because I was cooking something and the smoke set everything off. They called me back immediately. I was impressed.

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Veronica- Thank you so much for sharing your feedback and experience. We're so glad to hear you love the services as much as we do!

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Original review: Jan. 7, 2023

I am extremely satisfied with ADT and I would not give them up under any circumstances. They are very efficient. Other than the past holiday when there was a couple of glitches and it took me maybe about five minutes to get through to them, they're great. I just call them up if I need them and they come always within a few days. Lately, we've been doing things on the telephone and they have technicians. They changed their thing where they don't have to come down there. It helps them and it gets me through it faster. They put a technician on the phone and we go through the diagnostics together, and they're very good at it.

People should use ADT. I only had one problem in the many years that I've been using them, which got to be at least 15 years. We couldn't get it resolved but we finally did. I have a piece of property in Florida and I use ADT to take care of everything over there. Even when I'm not there, they find ways of fixing things up remotely. The system has its bugs but everything basically works well. I just had a problem with it and I couldn't figure out what zone it was. The person spent at least 15 minutes while I was going to each zone trying to figure out which one was causing the problem. We finally found it. It wasn't signaling that the battery was low or dead, and that was the problem, and we fixed it.

ADT response

Denaro- We're so very sorry to hear of the trouble you had with the system but are so glad to hear its been repaired! Thank you for your review and for being such an awesome part of our ADT family!

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Jan. 7, 2023

I went to ADT because I knew that they had the doorbell camera. Also, it was neat that I could choose if ADT wants to either first call me or 911. I told them they better call 911, then call me. The only issue that I have had is with billing. Because if you go on to the ADT app, there are two prices which always confused me, and now my bill is high. One is a flex price, another is different and it's confusing. Other than that, I love ADT. I would recommend them.

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Original review: Jan. 7, 2023

We love the service. It’s a great service. It runs like they say it's gonna run. It makes you feel more secure.

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Original review: Jan. 7, 2023

I’ve been with ADT for quite a while and the experience with them has been great.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Jan. 7, 2023

We've been customers of ADT for 24 years. We have had such a wonderful service from ADT. However, I don't think anybody from customer service answers right away anymore.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Jan. 7, 2023

I would recommend ADT. They're efficient and responsive. We've had no trouble with them at all. The installer of our ADT was also on time and was very efficient.

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Original review: Jan. 7, 2023

Their service is good.

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Verified Reviewer
Original review: Jan. 4, 2023

I was contacted by a company representing themselves as ADT. I had specific requirements - 24/hr recording, capability to function in event of power outage (hurricane zone), and video access. The salesman – still representing himself as ADT – assured me that the cameras would be monitored 24/7 and there was a battery backup that lasted a week. It didn’t take long before I noticed that the cameras weren’t picking up everything. A tech came out and replaced the camera. My vehicle was broken into overnight and the camera recorded NOTHING. I told them I wanted to cancel. At this point I was furious. I reminded them of the issues that I had been having since day one and that I wasn’t happy with their service. They apologized for the inconvenience and sent out a tech. Their remedy was to put up another camera pointed in another direction and changed a few settings.

Multiple calls and complaints later, I find out that 1) recordings are limited per month and deleting does not make room for more. 2) Activity triggers the recordings, it is NOT 24/7. 3) Video is NOT monitored. 4) The control panel has a backup battery - cameras do not. 5) if the modem goes out there is no connection and videos are not saved. Every call for service included a demand to cancel. They said there was a process and they were required to go through the chain before I could do so. However, once I was past the 6 month cancellation period they were more than eager to forward me to that department…if I paid the termination fee of 75% of the remaining balance of the contract.

Customer service acknowledged that they had problems with some third-party contractors and informed me that they were no longer working with the particular company. I spent multiple hours on the phone as I spoke with different levels and departments. Most times it was calling back after a period of time to check on the ticket that was supposedly placed. Each time I was told the fee is valid because it is past the 6 months. They acknowledge they received a contract under false pretenses but forced me to remain past the 6 months so that they could collect at least 75% of the balance.

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Verified Reviewer
Original review: Jan. 3, 2023

ADT rushes consumers into long term contracts that are not explained up-front. They use difficult to read electronic devices/tablets with a 'technician' standing over you in your home to secure your signature. I was promised that the existing system in a home I had just purchased could have a low temp alarm added, as required by my insurance company. ADT was not able to install that sensor, but would not cancel my contract (even after waiting on hold for over 1 hour!) without me paying for 3 years of monitoring services = $2400 total. They did nothing other than start monitoring an existing system - REALLY BAD BUSINESS PRACTICES.

ADT response

Good Afternoon Curtis- We do apologize again to learn of your frustrating situation and experience! Our team has responded to your message via Twitter and would be happy to continue to review your concerns via Twitter. ~ Thank you

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Verified Reviewer
Original review: Dec. 29, 2022

My keypad beeped and messaged "Check #24 Family Room Side Window". I silenced the beeping and checked the window which was closed and locked. I called the number on my keypad and got a recording in a foreign language, but understood "9" so I dialed it and got a operator with an accent making her unintelligible, at least to me. I then went on the ADT website and found no categories of any help, so I tried to "chat" and was equally unsuccessful. I found a different 800 number and a robot told me the wait time would be 41 minutes. I could find no process to simply request a window sensor or even a technician.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Dec. 26, 2022

ADT set up the system. The man came here and got me all squared away and I just kept it the same. I had a problem and the reps came back much more recently. It turned out to be a dead battery and they fixed it.

ADT response

Thank you for being such a wonderful part of the ADT family!

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Original review: Dec. 25, 2022

I have called ADT several times if I ever had problems with the system and they usually send somebody and they take care of it. All the technicians have been very professional and knowledgeable. They take care of the problem right away. ADT monitors even the cats and everything that's in the back house that usually jump the fence. I feel secure because the system will go off right away and my phone rings right away when something is going on, a car or anybody walking by.

ADT response

Jose- Thank you for sharing your experience with us and for being a wonderful part of the ADT family! We're so glad you love the services as much as we do. ~ Thank you

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Original review: Dec. 24, 2022

The reps from ADT were very helpful and patient with me. They explained the details. The tech who installed the system was very professional and did a clean job. We are thinking about adding another camera in the back and w already asked for the feature. The ADT representative was very good so I just have to make a decision. I will recommend ADT to anyone and I'm very happy with the system.

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Original review: Dec. 22, 2022

I had an upsetting experience with the ADT technician for installation of equipment at my home on 12/16/22. The technician did not complete the installation that I was guaranteed as a new customer. (Get FREE* installation of Google Nest Doorbell & Outdoor Nest Camera.) He did not install the second camera outside as requested. He focused on the installation of the google nest doorbell and keypad inside. In addition he did not give me the panic button as I had ordered when speaking to the sales representative to order services. I live alone and need this for safety. I was explicit in my need for this panic button. I understood that this was an add on charge.

The Technician did not teach me how to use the google nest doorbell. He was rushing to leave and getting personal calls on his phone. He followed his own agenda to leave as quickly as possible. He told me to call ADT to have someone come out and install the second camera and to get me the panic button. He said the next technician will teach me how to use the system. He then gave me two bogus numbers to call for assistance. (One number was the technician to their support team), the other was his number. I never reached him and was unable to leave a message as the mailbox was not set up.

I made numerous calls to ADT to resolve the installation of the second camera etc. I have a log of calls made to ADT that exceed 10 and was on the phone with ADT for over 1 hour and 38 min for just one of those calls. After speaking with 10 ADT agents (I kept a log) no one helped me and they kept sending me to another agent. The incompetence of their not knowing their job was astounding. This is theft of service and ADT should know about it. I plan to write to Jim DeVries President and CEO of ADT to alert him of this.

I decided to cancel with ADT after that experience and when I called to cancel I spoke to a representative who appeared to know her job. She assured me of the following; that a technician would come out today, install the camera, teach me how to use the system, and give me the panic button. I told her fine that I will give ADT one more chance.

A technician came out today 12/22/22 but said he is only here to give me the panic button. He said he will have to charge me for an installation for the second camera. He said he could install the camera but that he would need to charge me for it. I told him that the second google camera is free. After I said that I wasn't paying for installation of the second camera he then said he did not have the proper equipment needed to install it and someone else would have to come out. I told him that he just said he would be happy to install it and now suddenly he doesn't have the necessary equipment. I told him that I did not believe that was the truth. He left stating that I was being offensive. To be truthful I did say “I think you are ** me” but I did not raise my voice at this man. I was very upset as anyone would be under the circumstances.

I called ADT to cancel service and my contract today and spoke with a few agents with no success. The calls kept getting dropped and no one called back. I wrote an email to cancel ADT effective immediately and asked that the google camera, equipment and the keypad be removed. I am not breaking my contract because I wasn't taught how to use the system, the installation was not complete and it has only been less than a week that I have had the google nest doorbell. I am so disappointed in ADT, I am active in my HOA and involved in numerous community groups. I am a teacher and work locally. I could never recommend ADT to anyone.

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Verified Reviewer
Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

Mr. Eddie came out to my house to help me and he went above and beyond his duty. I’m very appreciative! He was nice and caring, took his time to explain everything to me and didn’t have to stay as long as he did but he helped me.

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Verified Reviewer
Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

Horrible experience from the start.

1: Misquoted what I would pay (price suddenly went up after the system was installed in my home).
2: Components constantly failing (Doorbell camera constantly fails and needs resetting, door sensors often do not show doors closed).

3: Nobody tells you that you have to contact your local police force before ADT can have them sent to your home when the alarm goes off. We found out the hard way. Luckily it was a false alarm (we had 2 in the first 4 months saying windows were broken).

We have had our system for only 6 months and are told we are out of the warranty period so we will have to pay a technician to come take care of the issues we have with the doorbell and door sensors. Now we are locked into a contract and will be charged almost $1700 if we cancel. Buyer beware

ADT response

Hello Marc. We're so sorry to learn of this unacceptable experience. Our team would be more than happy to review this further, if you could please send us a copy of your review/concern, along with the phone number and address where the service is located to AlwaysThere@adt.com. Thank you.

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Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

The installer was awesome and well versed and he knew what he was doing. But my monitoring system doesn't have any sound to it. Other than that, they're all right with me.

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Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

I like ADT's service now and I'm completely satisfied. I have no thoughts of leaving and I have plans to upgrade in the next six months.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

ADT has been great. The customer service reps have been responsive. My initial purchase was for the windows and doors, and I subsequently added outdoor cameras. A couple of the cameras go down too often, but they always fix them.

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Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

A lot of my friends have canceled ADT's services, and they have their own cameras, but I wouldn't do that. Because we have the fire alarm, and if something happened to my husband, I gotta press the button and they'll be here. Everybody is great. Every time we got a problem and we call, they answer. We had something going on last year with the Xfinity lines, and the woman who came out was phenomenal. She was so on to everything. "Call them, tell them to update the lines. I'm gonna come back. I'm gonna fix it for you." That's exactly what I did, but Xfinity gave us a hard time. After they came out and fixed the line, the woman came back, fixed everything and said, "Sometimes it has to do with the lines with them." I said, "They don't wanna come out. They do not. It's horrible." I wouldn't recommend Xfinity even though I've had them for 24 years. I'm sick of them. On the other hand, I'm very satisfied with ADT.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

I've got nine sensors throughout the house, and I had no problems at all. The service has been excellent, and the system makes me and my wife more comfortable. I would recommend ADT.

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Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

A guy that worked with the ADT was walking around the neighborhood and was soliciting people to get it. I did and I'm satisfied.

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Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

I had ADT at my address in Los Angeles for seven years and we had the service transferred over to this place. Jason was the person that did the installation and he was really cool. He explained everything and he never really made me feel I was asking stupid questions or didn't know what was going on. He offered really great advice and he went above and beyond what he had to. He actually came out afterwards and reinstalled some cameras for us. He also fixed some items after we had our breaker box stolen. He reattached everything and that was very nice of him to do.

If it was not for Jason installing the camera that was watching the side of the house, we wouldn't have been able to get a picture of the people who stole the box. We were able to give that to the police and put in a police report. Jason is definitely an asset to ADT. The equipment has been great and I like the service. Customer service has been really good. It's easy to make payments and I'm okay with that.

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Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

The technician's work ethic was okay, but some of the censors he put in might be crooked when he could have wound them up better. There was one in the basement garage door that was so crooked, it kept setting off alarms when we were out in Arizona for the winter. He came out and fixed it. On the order though, I requested two signs, one for each driveway, and he only brought one, then it took him about two weeks to get out with the others. He was far away from where we live. We live in the foothills, and he was coming from the Bay area. If he stocked his truck better, that wouldn't have been an issue. Besides that, he was a very nice gentleman. He made it very easy for me to understand how to program the system.

I'm very satisfied with ADT. Everything's perfect, and the system works well. I get good service if I ever have to call in or they call me. We live in the country and it's nice that even without being on Wi-Fi, we still get a notice from ADT whenever something's violated, so we can quickly get a technician on the line. It still works for us, but I've got a Jetpack from Verizon and I may go ahead and add Wi-Fi. We can use that while we're there.

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Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

My carbon monoxide detector which is supposed to be monitored, had quit working and they didn't even get a notification. It took me over a month to get somebody out here. But when the techs got here, they were professional. They got it up and running, but I still don't know if it's being monitored. I can set it off and nobody ever calls. Nobody ever does anything. Used to be, if you looked at it sideways, cops would be at the house.

I also have a camera offline that I unplugged just to see if they’d called me to tell me, because it's supposed to be monitored too, but it's not. They haven't called me yet. It's been unplugged for two weeks now. Their customer service has also been horrendous. I had been on hold for over six hours before.

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Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

I've had ADT for 20 years. I had them when I was in another state. It's not as clear and clean as it was in California, but I haven't had any problems with it. I like it. I've been approached by other people and I've stayed with ADT, and unless I have a reason to switch, I will continue with ADT. It makes me feel safer.

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Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

The installer of my ADT was a perfect gentleman.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

ADT's reps are very thorough and professional. I've always been happy with them and I never had any problems. The system works well, too. I've never had any issues where if I open up a door, the alarm will go off or the beeper will go off. If I walk through a door that I'm not supposed to be going through when the alarm is on, it does screech at me.

Aside from that, I have an outdoor camera and I woke up in the middle of the night once to what I thought was someone banging on my front door. But by the time I realized it, I didn't see anyone at the door. Despite that, I feel very secure knowing that I can go right on my app to see if somebody was there. The clarity of the outdoor camera is also very good, except when I have to clean the lens on it. Then sometimes, I have an issue when it rains very hard. For some reason, the camera goes out. I need to have them come and check it out to see if there are any exposed wires.

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Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

The ADT rep I worked with was communicative, knowledgeable, patient, listens to the customer to ensure that they are providing whatever services are that the customer is requesting. Also directs the customer into the right pathway. They were able to ensure that we were getting the best quality for the money that we would be spending.

So far, the service has been excellent. The system has been very good, easy to use both in-home as well as on the app. I have one little hiccup sometimes when the doorbell is pushed. Sometimes, there's that delay for the app being able to come up and see the person or talk to the person immediately. Sometimes, they've gone. Because I can be at the back of the house trying to get to the front, or if I'm not home in general.

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Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

Compared to a lot of companies that I've had to deal with, ADT has been really nice and on top of things. I'm really happy with them. I really like the security system as well. There were some break-ins which initiated our purchase of it around our house, and I feel a lot safer having the security system even if I don't set it because I know that I can push a button and set it off if I'm here by myself. I like the app too. It's easy to use.

Customer service and installation have been great. Every time we've had an issue, it's been immediately resolved. We got new windows, so I called about how to take the sensors off and how to put them back on. They talked me through the process, sent me an email that had videos, then sent us a package on how to get them off and how to reattach them. They also offered to send somebody out if we needed help, but we figured it out.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

We got a wireless system and we’re very pleased with it. It makes me feel secure and ADT's reps have been very professional and friendly. I would recommend them.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

We've had a good experience with ADT. When I met with the representative, I felt good about what they told me. The only thing, batteries were getting low on my panel, and I had called to get a tech out here. The tech said, "You just change the batteries." He was checking something else. Then it ended up that the battery was bulging, and I had to order special battery. I told ADT about that. They ended up sending me two batteries, and one of them, they took off for free because of the complaint, that the tech didn't help me. But that was the only thing, everything else has been a very good service.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

I've had ADT for so long. I really love it. I've had really good experience with them. They have great response. I have a camera. When I had a problem with it the last time, they came out and hooked it up and they did a perfect job on it. Everything is fine with it.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

ADT has been excellent. I'm glad we selected them. I had no problem at all with them. I like that they have fire service and all that hooked up to the system.

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Original review: Dec. 21, 2022

I had a very bad opinion of ADT but a gentleman called me and he was excellent. He was one wonderful salesman and I ended up giving it a try, and I've been very happy with the service. If I have an issue that I can’t handle, I just call customer service and they're great. The installer was also very good, personable and polite. He knew what he was talking about. He was patient with me if I had questions.

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Verified Reviewer
Original review: Dec. 20, 2022

ADT has some seriously questionable business practices when it comes to trying to cancel their service. When my contract was up, the first thing I did was try to cancel. The representative on the phone got argumentative and kept calling back. Then she put me on a 9.99/mo plan, which is great but I really don't need the service based on where I live. Now it's impossible to cancel because they put you on hold for over an hour.

ADT response

Hello Dafeng. We're sorry to learn of this frustrating experience. Our team would be more than happy to review this further. Please send us a copy of your review/concern, along with the telephone number and address where the service is located to AlwaysThere@adt.com. Thank you.

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Verified Reviewer
Original review: Dec. 20, 2022

First I am not one to give negative reviews in fact I had to create an account with ConsumerAffairs to do so. The customer experience could not be worse at ADT alarms. If it was one negative exchange you would not be seeing this review. This has been going on for over 2 months. I have been on the phone with them 5 times now for close to an hour each time. Today I have been handed off to the "correct person" who can help me 6 different times so far. Currently still on hold waiting for help. Over two months ago the batteries went out in my keypad. I called them in hopes that they would send out a new battery since it is a specialized battery that you cannot get in local stores. They told me they could not order it and I needed to go online and order from their website. So I did. Not only did they send me the incorrect battery they sent me 7 of them 4 weeks later and charged me for all 7 at $40 a battery.

So on the phone again I was issued a refund for the batteries and now for some reason, they were able to help me on the phone to order a new battery. The gentleman that helped me noted on the order and specified that the AAA battery pack was what is needed. They said again that it would be 3-5 business days for the order to arrive. 4 weeks later again they sent me the AA battery pack. So back to the phone. This time after being bounced around to 3-4 different people we ordered the AAA battery pack one more time. 3 weeks go by and still no battery. I call them today and have been handed off to 6 different people on the first call before the phone hung up on me during a transfer to a seventh. Currently on hold again. I hope that whoever is in charge of systems out there sees this review. I am a business owner and would never accept this service for my clients. Thanks for reading my rant.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Dec. 15, 2022

Beware! I paid for package online but when technician came out, he added numerous unauthorized charges including charging me for products that were never installed. I have been calling you for over a week and they refuse to resolve issue even after acknowledging that I have charges for products that were never installed. District Manager Steven ** called me and was accusing me of buyers remorse even though I NEVER (not even once) asked to cancel service. I simply asked them to fix extra unauthorized equipment that technician installed and set me up with items I ordered online when I signed up for service. This is beyond crazy that they are trying so hard to keep my money that their technician inappropriately charged. I've never experienced such unprofessional service from a company.

If you choose to still patronize this company, make sure you review your charges carefully because technician never went over charges with me. Instead, he emailed me the second attached bill AFTER he left. I am going to continue to fight to make sure issues are addressed and will explore legal options if I need to. I just want to save someone else from this nightmare.

Awful experience receipts. Steven ** insists that ADT does not need to do anything because contract was signed even though this "valid" contract that the technician did NOT review with me has 11 shock sensors and 9 door/window sensors, and technician only installed 13 sensors. ADT including Steven ** does not dispute that I was billed for more than what was installed.

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Dec. 13, 2022

Their customer service reps and techs have been very nice. We just had a tsunami in Naples, Florida and I had to get some new equipment because they had to tear off 4 feet and under. The service was great but I was very disappointed was in what they charged me. The labor charge was ridiculous and I was extremely upset.

The only thing i was disappointed in with the system was that when our power went out, there was supposed to be a backup battery and there was none. I asked the electrician and he said the battery got wet. But I don't think it did 'cause we only had a few inches of water and mud.

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Original review: Dec. 11, 2022

The package is a 10 out of 10 as far as the features that are provided. But sometimes the clarity is a 5 out of 10 for what you have to do regarding different things here and there. It wasn't clear to me that we were going to have to change out all of the fixtures. We were upgrading windows on the house and so we had to go back and forth with the company about when they were going to charge me for a fee to come back out for a service charge. I told the representative that we were in the project of doing several things like that so that part was a little finicky. I wish ADT would educate their customers regarding things of that nature.

Also, I didn't realize that the third-party company was holding my account. I asked for ADT to come out and it was actually an ADT-approved company that came out. That was a big ordeal as well. I believe in ADT but that was very off-putting because I was being pulled by strings of different ways and I really didn't feel comfortable. It wasn't like they were lying or they were trying to squeeze me out. But I didn't have the information to make the decision.

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Verified Reviewer
Original review: Dec. 10, 2022

I have been with ADT for 3 years (only because they made me sign a contract for that long). My camera never works, you can't fix anything yourself, they have to come days later and charge you a minimum of $59 for a trip charge every time. The last time they came they had to reset my password on the camera because my router password had changed (why can't you change a password yourself???) They charged me $59 for the trip and then $139 for labor, to reset a password on a camera!!!!

Then 3 days later the camera suddenly stopped working, and guess what...another trip charge of $59 even though they told me on the phone there would be no charge. The cameras are so grainy and not worth the $300+ you have to spend upfront to buy one, along with the SVR 200+ that you have to have with it in order to record. Absolutely cannot wait to cancel!!! ADT you should know there are other waaaaayyyyy better options out there for a fraction of the cost and cameras you can install yourself, you all need to change with the climate or you will become obsolete. JMO

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Verified Reviewer Verified Buyer
Original review: Dec. 10, 2022

I sold my home on the 7th of this month and the new owner has ADT now because I told him to get it. I have a very good experience with them. But between when we signed and accepted the offer and the time we closed, I've received so many phone calls from ADT it's unbelievable. They know I'm moving out of the country, but I don't see how they don't know that on my prior file.

Also, this week, I received an email notifying me of a certain credit they will give me for canceling my contract. When I called they said my account doesn't exist. I said, "Well, I'm looking at it." I gave them my account number, phone number, full name and prior address and they said they couldn't find it. Nobody gave me a clear answer as to how I would get the credit, if it's through my bank account or they will send me a check. But that's the only negative experience I've had with them.

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Original review: Dec. 9, 2022

This new system, which ADT upgraded works on my phone. We were having home phone issues. So, it's all on my cellphone. We had the cameras put in and a new lock system put in last year. The upgrade and installation were very good. We had some issues at the beginning, though. I tried to see what we could do. We were having major home phone stuff. We've got a Spectrum home phone and our system was down all the time because the phone system was down. But when I called at the service trying to see what we could do to change it over, I didn't get much help and ended up canceling it for three weeks. I got a call back from one of their managers that actually came out here and upgraded everything because he said what happens is when you call these numbers, you don't go to the actual ADT. You go to different departments and different companies that are managing it. It was kind of a weird situation.

He ended up coming out and was wonderful. He fixed everything and took care of it all and apologized for the inconvenience. He did a really good job. Right now, we're knocking at 20 years with ADT that we've had the security service. I really do enjoy the new system with the cameras though. We got all this upgraded service for maybe less than $10 than what I've been paying in the old thing and we didn't have half of what we did. So, it was very reasonable.

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Original review: Dec. 8, 2022

We found ADT to be very professional in the presentation. We found them to be very thorough. The person that was here who did the demonstration was very professional and answered all of our questions. We know about ADT's reputation, which is pretty solid. We have friends who have ADT and have been very happy. We were very impressed with the technician that came out to install the system. He knew what he was talking about and he knew how to do it. We had a second guy come out about four months ago to upgrade part of the system and again, he was very professional. He knew what he was supposed to do. I was very pleased. My wife had some reservations about putting in a security system initially, thinking that it would be difficult to use, and our ADT system is very easy to use.

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Original review: Dec. 7, 2022

We recently sold our house and purchased a new house. James is such an awesome employee of ADT you guys should really value and appreciate him because I definitely do. He was our Installer for the old hose and also our installer for our new house and he bring along Mike. They both did a phenomenal job very informative and very dedicated. We had some technical difficulties but they stuck with it to make sure that we had every service and protection possible they both are very pleasant, very hospitable, very knowledgeable about the services and products. They both definitely know what they’re doing. I am grateful for the service, the Intel, the protection and for the thorough installation:)

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Original review: Dec. 7, 2022

This is my second time with ADT. I got really furious with them and refused to take them back. I got them back. The sales rep was very courteous, very caring, and really concerned that I was so unhappy with their company and tried to make it right. He was very nice, very explanatory, and explained step-by-step what the services do. He did not overprice and explained to me the features that I could get added to my services and what the price will be and how each of them works. He gave me the lowdown. He was like, "We're gonna make it up to you." I'm very happy now with the service. I have the fire alarm, the burglar alarm, and I have the ring. The system is pretty good. I love the doorbell and the ring door. I would recommend ADT now.

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Original review: Dec. 4, 2022

ADT's customer service has always been good. They've always been reliable. The system lets me know my home is secure.

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Original review: Dec. 3, 2022

I live in the country and there are no neighbors near me. I was robbed in broad daylight while I was teaching school. When an ADT salesman came and said, “Would you pay $1 a day to not ever have this happen to you again,” that made perfect sense to me. It's more than $1 a day now, but I've had ADT ever since. I've been robbed twice. The third time that happened, my alarm went off and it scared the robbers off. They left their hammer that they broke the doors with laying there.

I've had ADT for so many years. I'm a firm believer in ADT and I would not go without it ever. When you're living on a farm, no doubt, you gotta have it. We have a radar detector and a smoke detector, and I appreciate both of those items. My husband goes to Vegas every year for March Madness so he's gone for about five days. I'm not really afraid to be home alone, but I love being able to set my alarm to stay. If anybody were to try to come through the door, my alarm would go off. My son and daughter-in-law have ADT as well and they use the app on their phone. I don't always remember their code and if my son knows I'm running into his house, he just turns the alarm off from his phone.

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Original review: Dec. 3, 2022

I like the safety features of the ADT system. It's easy to use and the quality is wonderful. Their customer service is very easy to deal with. It takes one call.

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Original review: Dec. 2, 2022

I have been hung up on 4 times while trying to reach ADT to inform them that there were no sensors installed on any of my windows in my home. The security system was installed on the front door and garage only! When I called to inform them I was put on hold for 67 minutes! Then hung up on! I had to RESEARCH how to cancel the service. I wrote a letter requesting cancellation on the 21st of NOV. only to be given the run around by a guy named DONOVAN M. who refused to cancel my services. He put each step for cancellation in 3 different emails! First my full name password and security name/# then I had to hand write a letter with my signature and resubmit everything I submitted only to be told that the services would not be cancelled until 12/1! I want all of my money back because my house has NOT been secured the whole entire time of service! I have records of each call! Do NOT use ADT! They are not a customer friendly service!

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Original review: Dec. 2, 2022

I've been with ADT a long time and I'm very pleased with them. They've been very nice to me.

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Original review: Dec. 1, 2022

Wish to cancel our ADT service, it was installed on Feb. 07, 2022. Service technicians have been over to our home to fix the non-working system on May 16 2022, May 24, 2022, May 31, 2022, June 8, 2022, June 13, 2022 and Oct. 31, 2022. We do not have any more time off work to continue with the repairs that do not get resolved. We have invested time and money on the monitor system. The monitor in our home has 25 messages that stating most sensors as well as the two fire alarms are non-working. We don’t feel safe and protected. We have called numerous times to cancel and get disconnected each and every time. When they came in to remove their non-working equipment, they destroyed the painted walls in my home. Stay away from this company!

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Original review: Dec. 1, 2022

I had a DEKCO alarm, but I got the runaround with that. It got where they wouldn't do any service. I spoke to my little brother that lives in Texas. He told me to go with ADT. That was what I did and I haven’t had any problem as of yet. I love ADT.

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Original review: Nov. 30, 2022

I have been an ADT customer for more than 2 years and having such customer service is huge letdown. Background: I have service plan added to my account for no cost where ADT will not charge my account for tech visit. I was given a word by account manager that the tech visit will be of no charge on my account. Issue: I have recently started receiving sensor errors and unpleasant beeps. I called customer service to help me troubleshoot. They tried but they were not successful so I requested for technician visit to resolve and troubleshoot the issue.

The rep said it will a charge for the tech visit. I mentioned about the service plan and ADT account manager gave me a word on no charge tech visit. But ADT was not honoring their word and they said it will be $59 visit fee. Keeping the original issue of sensor error and unpleasant beeps I spent more than 5 hours to explain about the service plan and no tech visit fee. Both the issues are still not resolved. I feel I am cheated by ADT and I am super disappointed with ADT. Lesson learned: what you agree on please have it in writing from ADT rep. Do not rely on their word. They will say anything to make a sale.

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Original review: Nov. 30, 2022

ADT is doing what it's supposed to do. They're monitoring my front windows. I'm satisfied with the service and the people I've spoken with.

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Original review: Nov. 29, 2022

The ADT system is awesome. I upgraded not too long ago. I got the Google doorbell and a new panel. I'm happy with it. I can do it on my phone, and Google lets me know when there's a package in the front. I'll be moving, and I'm gonna call to get the equipment installed at my new address.

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Original review: Nov. 28, 2022

ADT is the best company. A week ago, I called them. I usually have an automatic account payment with them. The debit card was expired. I gave them the new number to use for new account to collect the money every month. I also told about the two sensors that I have off but no one called me back. I can't set my alarm.