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About Vivint

Vivint is a home security and smart home automation company founded in 1999 and based in Lehi, Utah. It offers customizable home security systems with professional installation, U.S.-based professional monitoring and integration with its mobile app and Smart Hub. Vivint claims to have served more than two million homes, and it’s available in all 50 states.

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Pros
  • Fully customizable systems
  • Compatible with Google Home and Google Nest
  • Month-to-month contract and financing options
  • Mobile app
Cons
  • No self-monitoring or DIY installation
  • Professional installation is only free with some packages
  • Long-term contract typically required for lowest prices

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    Customer ServiceInstallation & Setup

    Reviewed Dec. 8, 2015

    I already had a home alarm system, but wanted to get a camera and other features that I could check with online services, and have been very satisfied with Vivint, so far. Their representatives, as well as the installation team have been good, and they have been able to respond to all the service calls that we’ve made.

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    Response from Vivint

    That's great to hear, Shannon! We love hearing that we are providing our customers with the products and services they need. Feel free to reach out at any time with any questions or comments you may have. Thanks for the positive feedback!

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    TechReliability

    Reviewed Dec. 8, 2015

    I have been a Vivint customer for years. I love the Vivint system's simplicity and reliability. I moved from my old house to a new home and transferred my Vivint system. I ordered a few upgrades and got a couple of bonus devices with my new package. The installer was prompt, courteous, knowledgeable and polite. I love my system and will recommend Vivint to my friends and neighbors like I always have!

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    Response from Vivint

    Dave, we appreciate your feedback! We're so glad that you're enjoying your system, and your experience with us! Thanks for the recommendation, and for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Dec. 8, 2015

    One of my friends has Vivint. I got the basic package, and it's a good system. The company has taken care of everything that has happened with the system. They have timely responses on alarms going off due to my fault. Their sales representative was outstanding and knowledgeable about the system. The installation has been good and no damage was made to my house. They took the time to explain to me how to properly use the items and how to change the power sources if I needed to. They also updated the box for me. I'd recommend Vivint.

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    Response from Vivint

    Robert, thank you for your feedback! We're always here to help you, and we appreciate you being willing to work with us whenever any situation arises. We hope you like your updated panel! Thanks for the recommendation, and for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Dec. 8, 2015

    I have been very satisfied with Vivint because they have always been very helpful to me. I got the sky panel, wall type front door locks, garage door opener, doorbell camera and three cameras, a glass break and a couple of motion sensors. I want to use sprinkler systems too but I got an email saying that I was qualified for beta email for a sprinkler system. If I give them some feedback they would give it to me for free but I didn't answer the questions correctly and I didn't qualify. I don't even understand. I don't run my sprinkler system (my neighbor does for me) but I'd like to have it.

    The sales representative was a young guy walking up and down the street asking about security and I said, "I got ADT but it's about to go out" and he said, "Let me give you this and that." He came in for a while, set me up and he wanted a whole lot of money as down payment. But then he came back and said, "Okay, we're not going to make you pay for that." That's when I signed up that day, a couple years ago.

    I had plenty of issues with the installation team. The first time they put my system in they said it had to be put over a socket, but it's not in the wall in the kitchen and my socket is not near the kitchen door that goes into the garage. The technician said he can't drill through the walls (because of a building issue or because he didn't know how?) but I thought it was logical to put a security box in the middle of a wall near the door they go out of. They put it in the middle of the wall of my kitchen but I wanted it by the door that I go out of. I called, told them it's not going to work, and they sent another guy back and moved and wired the system up where I wanted it. He was more knowledgeable. I had to repair the wall because of that. Despite that I've already recommended them to several people.

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    Response from Vivint

    Joe, thanks for your feedback! We are happy to hear that you were able to work well with our sales rep and tech to make sure your system was just how you wanted it. Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family, and thank you for your recommendation!

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    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupContract & TermsCamera & VideoTech

    Reviewed Dec. 7, 2015

    I had my security system installed July 2014 after my home was broken into while my son was home alone. One of the main components I wanted was an outside camera, but the salesman said they wouldn't sell them because he said cameras outside the home were too easy to tamper with. He recommended Vivint's standard camera and pointing it through the window toward the front walkway. I'd been doing research on other camera systems and I asked him if the system could alert me via email when it detects motion like some other systems can, he said yes (which is technically correct but it's useless to me as I'll explain later). These services were what sold me on the service and were why I agreed to pay $64 a month. The system was installed and the installers spent at least an hour working on just the camera but couldn't get it working right.

    Since then many people have tried, but also couldn't get it working as well as it should either, they said part of the problem was those cameras aren't meant to record through glass. But there are also other recording issues and viewing issues unrelated to the glass. Fast forward a year and a half, I've been on the phone with Vivint countless times trying to get the cameras to work. I've had Vivint come to my house multiple times. I'm tired of trying to get the cameras to work. They don't. Recently my front door keypad failed and needed to be replaced so I had to pay for Vivint to come to my house. I decided to also have the Vivint guy try again to get the cameras to work while he was there, because they weren't recording anything (again) and it had been quite a while since I'd wasted several hours trying to get them to record. He got them to work again, including live feed but only briefly. Right now I have no live feed again.

    I think I've only seen the live feed working maybe a handful of times in the year and a half I've had the system. In fact I had forgotten I was supposed to have live feed until the Vivint guy asked me about it this last visit, but to be fair most of the time I've had the cameras they've been offline so live feed wasn't an option. When the guy was at my house he also upgraded my panel software, which is supposed to happen automatically but he said it hadn't ever for some reason so the software was really old. He thought the upgrade would fix the camera and live feed issues. Now the system does record video clips again and they've been recording for a month straight for the first time ever. Unfortunately they seem to record randomly and not always because of motion. It doesn't really matter though, because all the clips it records can only be viewed on my control panel.

    My phone, work and home computers, friends' computers, all give me an error when I try to view the clips. So the email notification function is useless because I'd have to be home looking at the panel to see what I was notified about, in which case I could just look out the window myself. If I could cancel and get a real working system I would, because if someone came to my front door it would not record it, and that was what sold me on this system to begin with. I don't think it's ever recorded anyone coming to the front door. I could never recommend this security company to anyone and I can't wait to be done with my contract.

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    Response from Vivint

    Suzi, thanks for being willing to work with us to help resolve the issues you have been having with your cameras! We look forward to hearing from you!

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    Customer ServiceCamera & VideoTechSales & Marketing

    Reviewed Dec. 7, 2015

    On July 15, 2015 Ed ** - Sales Representative ID #** from Florida came to NJ to make door to door sales calls. He promised us an outdoor security camera along with the rest of the service but, he said it was on back order and we would need to wait until they came in. After several months of waiting and paying for the service we followed up with Vivint and spoke to Bob - Customer Service Representative ID #**. I explained to him the situation. He called Ed ** but could not reach him. Bob never bothered to follow up with me on the matter. I called again on November 1, 2015. I explained the matter to another customer service rep. She said "it would be taken care of" and scheduled an installation for Dec. 7, 2015 between 2 to 5 pm.

    I was sent an e-mail confirming the appointment on Dec. 6. On Dec. 7, at 4 pm I decided to call Vivint to make sure someone was coming. To my surprise, I come to find out that the technician cancelled the appointment. They did not have the courtesy to inform me about the cancellation. At this point I asked to speak to a supervisor. I was connected to Joshua ID #**. He calls Ed ** and asked him about the outdoor camera promise and he tells me ** denied ever making the promise. Moral of the story, DO NOT DO BUSINESS WITH VIVINT ESPECIALLY ED **. He is a liar! And Vivint does not stand behind their sales representative's promises. At this point I will not be making anymore payments to Vivint. They can take me to court if they wish to do so. Luckily I have it in writing.

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    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Dec. 7, 2015

    I have all the features in my service package and I have enjoyed Vivint. I would recommend them.

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    Response from Vivint

    Jarvis, thanks for your feedback! We are happy to hear that you are enjoying your experience with Vivint, and that the features in your package are working for you. Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family, and thank you for your recommendation!

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    Customer ServiceTech

    Reviewed Dec. 7, 2015

    Once upon a time I would say the experiences I've had with Vivint were good. The technicians that come out are also good but it’s the people that you don’t see on the other end of the phone that’s not so understanding and personable to customers. Just this year I’ve had a situation where I’ve called about malfunctions with the motion sensors. A technician came out and at first it was no charge. And then the second time – I forgot how it went but there was no courtesy in terms of the length of time I’ve been a customer, just the whole shebang. There was no consideration in terms of waiving an unnecessary fee, a few little things I was disgruntled with Vivint about. When I asked to speak with a supervisor, I can never really speak with one. Then when I did speak with one, they weren’t any better so I said "forget it." When I get out of my contract then I’ll make a change. I'm dissatisfied with their customer service.

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    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Dec. 7, 2015

    It was great dealing with Vivint. I had window sensors, door sensors, glass break and then I added on some things afterwards. I'm satisfied with the service but as for the product – I think there's a big disconnect between the company and the field.

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    Response from Vivint

    Brad, thanks for your feedback! We are so happy to hear that you have had great service working with Vivint. We are always looking for ways to improve our company and welcome all feedback on the products we offer. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupContract & TermsTech

    Reviewed Dec. 7, 2015

    We have the service package with the whole home automation cameras, thermostats, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and door and window sensors. The service is outstanding. We have one technician who is phenomenal and we would request him every time. One time he was on his way here and he told us what he was bringing and it wasn't something that they gave to install. So he ended up calling another technician to get in touch with him in bringing it on his way here. They've been fantastic.

    Once in awhile, however, I have had individual technicians who tell me they are on the way and then I end up losing them. When I call Vivint, they then try to get in touch with the driver only to say, "oh, he is not answering his phone". So, I end up losing the appointment and would have to make a new one. But, then again, Vivint usually makes up for it and does something in their customer service department. I've never really ended up leaving on bad terms and we've very happy with them. Overall, the whole wireless system with the door taps is excellent and I never had a problem connecting to the cameras. Their equipment is as good as their customer service.

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    Response from Vivint

    Michael, we appreciate your feedback! We're so glad you're liking your system, and that you're enjoying your experience with us. Thank you for being patient and always willing to work with us to resolve your concerns. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Installation & SetupCamera & Video

    Reviewed Dec. 7, 2015

    Great technology that never works. Vivint had to take out the doorbell camera they installed because it didn't work. We have these things on all our doorbells that don't work 25% of the time. We have not had the system very long. When I call the company, they want to charge me for somebody to come which I think should be warrantied. So, I'm not happy.

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    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Dec. 7, 2015

    We never had home security before, and with the crime rates going up, I chose to go with Vivint about three years ago. I got the one with the camera inside and the doorbell video. Their service was perfect. The person that was sent, came and thoroughly went over everything before doing an update and proceeding with the installation. Afterwards, he went through everything, bit by bit, so I knew what to do. He had good understanding of the material, but it would be nice if he had a little bit of help instead of doing everything on his own. If that would speed up the process for him, that would make his day go a lot quicker and simpler. But other than that, he was good, and everything was perfect. I know that people in my area now are getting Vivint more than anything else.

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    Response from Vivint

    Kim, thank you for your feedback. The doorbell camera is an amazing feature and we're hope you're liking it! We're always releasing new products, so keep your eye out for updates. We're glad you're enjoying your experience with us, and thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Dec. 6, 2015

    We've been very pleased and satisfied with the service in Vivint. Any time that we've needed service they've been attentive and we have no complaints.

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    Response from Vivint

    Elise, thanks for your feedback! We are so happy to hear that you have been enjoying your experience with Vivint so far. We love hearing that our reps are helpful and attentive when it comes to serving our customers. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Dec. 6, 2015

    I originally got only the alarm from Vivint. But since I always get locked out of my house, I went back to get the service package with keypad lock and doorbell features. Everybody I came in contact with has been wonderful. I had an issue before, but it's all been resolved. Everything was good, and I have recommended them to other people.

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    Response from Vivint

    Renee, thank you for your feedback! We're so glad you're enjoying the newest features that we have to offer. Thank you for always being willing to work with us whenever you have questions or concerns. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Dec. 6, 2015

    My overall experience with Vivint has been kind of mixed. In the beginning, everything went well as far as purchasing the system and setting it up. This all happened in the same day. There were some issues, however, with some of the equipment during the installation, but those were resolved. Recently, we had an issue with another piece of equipment and it took them two weeks to come out and replace it. I thought that was odd that they were able to install the equipment the same day we purchased it, but it took them two weeks to get a part replaced.

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    Reviewed Dec. 6, 2015

    We are very pleased with the services from Vivint. We got the remote lock and the video camera on the doorbell from them. Their sales representatives were very professional and did a very good job. They were conscious of our environment and our needs when they were here.

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    Response from Vivint

    Charles, we're so glad that you're liking your system so far, and all of the amazing features that we have to offer. We're always here if you ever need anything! Thank you for your feedback, and for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Reviewed Dec. 6, 2015

    My experience with Vivint has been great.

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    Response from Vivint

    Meghan, thanks for your feedback! We are so happy to hear that you have had a great experience with Vivint. We strive to help you feel secure in your home. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Dec. 6, 2015

    My experience with Vivint has been great. They're awesome and I really love the company and their technology however I need more signs for my yard because my sign has completely faded so I have nothing to show that my home is secure.

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    Response from Vivint

    Tawana, thank you for your feedback! We're so happy to hear that you're enjoying your system and the extra security that it provides! We can definitely order more signs for you, we have private messaged you to set up an order. Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

    Customer ServiceContract & TermsTechSales & Marketing

    Reviewed Dec. 6, 2015

    I have never been so upset about an experience with a company as I am with Vivint. We had a Salesperson come and sell us this system and everything was great at first. We had ours for about a year and a half before we had an incident. During this time, we never needed them. In June 2015 lightning struck our house and caused our system to go out. We contacted Vivint and were informed it would be August before they could come out (2 months). We waited on that day in August (I can't remember the exact day right now) and they never showed or called. We waited to hear from them but we also have lives and got busy. We called again around the first part of November and told them we were still paying for a service we do not have. I asked to be released from the contract because they do not have technicians in our area.

    They informed me that they had to try one more time before they could release us from the contract. I told them we could only do certain days of the week such as Monday and Friday. They scheduled us for Monday, December 14 between 2-5. They called today December 5th and said they had to reschedule for Tuesday, December 15. That is not a day we can do it as we work full time. I contacted customer service and nobody could tell me why it was rescheduled but said I could not be released from the contract because they called and told us. I am extremely upset and do not see an end to this anytime soon. If you consider using this company, be sure they have techs in your area!!!

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    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Dec. 6, 2015

    I've got the doorbell camera, smoke-heat alarm, movement sensor; automatic door lock and the 4 door sensors in my Vivint package. The sales representative was great and I love dealing with them. There was a slight problem during the installation, but it was corrected quickly. Everybody I've come in contact with so far with Vivint has been positive. I recommend Vivint and I'm a good advertiser for them.

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    Response from Vivint

    Tommy, thanks for your feedback! We are so happy to hear that you have had such a positive experience working with Vivint, and that we were able to resolve the problem you experienced during your installation. The doorbell camera and automatic door lock are great features to help monitor your home. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Installation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Dec. 5, 2015

    I'm really happy with the system. My interactions with both the installation team and the sales representative have been excellent. Brian, the technician, was very friendly and responsive. I am 100% satisfied with Vivint.

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    Response from Vivint

    Wilfredo thanks for your feedback! We are so happy that you have had such a great experience with our reps, and that your installation went well! Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Customer Service

    Reviewed Dec. 5, 2015

    Vivint's customer service is great. They're all friendly, knowledgeable and punctual, and as far as calling them, they get to you within a matter of seconds whenever the alarm goes off. I started off with the door sensors, window sensors, and the control panel. Recently I upgraded to the video camera and the door bell. And the whole reason that had me renewed my service with them is their customer service, which is what I look for.

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    Response from Vivint

    Albert, thank you for your feedback! We strive to provide excellent customer service, and we're so glad to hear you're enjoying your experience with us. We hope you like your new doorbell camera! Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Customer Service

    Reviewed Dec. 5, 2015

    Know more about how your products work and both customer service and the field person work together and when you tell someone they know all what to do and don't that's an issue as well. Both customer service and field tech should know before going to a person's house. Seems I had to provide proof I paid for the equipment which you should provided this since you already had billed me 2 months ago. Having to wait 2 months for this stuff and people don't seem to know what the left and or the right hand is doing isn't good. I have been told things in the past or been lied to. Seems like not good customer service. Your Vivint employees seem not to know what they are doing most of the time!

    I rate this a F (Failing). I like to know if I treat you like I have been so many times how would you trust Vivint? Feels a lot like the Government, which I CAN'T TRUST the Government. Too many lies or one hand doesn't know what the other hand is doing! There has been times I was about to contact the BBB over matters with your Vivint service. POOR SERVICE. Why pretend you're doing a good or great service in which you're NOT!

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    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupMonitoringTechOnline & App

    Reviewed Dec. 5, 2015

    My husband & I travel frequently & in longer stints out of the country. We've discussed home security a number of times, but a very violent home invasion in our area really pulled at my heartstrings & we made the commitment. My parents have Vivint, so luckily we had good role models to follow & didn't have to go through any previous bad experiences to find this company- we started with the good one! Everyone I've spoken to at Vivint from the first call has been kind, informative, understanding, even witty. They sound like happy employees & that's important to me because I know that means the company is stable & will have longevity. Our installation guy, Brian, was excellent. He explained all of the moving pieces of our new system & made great conversation while running around our home. He further solidified my impression that Vivint is not just an awesome service provider, but a great company to work for.

    It's not often frontline employees brag about how great their CEO is to the customer!! That was really fun to hear. When everything was up & running & Brian left us to our own devices, of course we immediately played with the doorbell camera & smart lock. Everything works perfectly & the app is fantastic. We even accidentally set off the alarm (within minutes of Brian's departure) & it worked exactly like he said it would. The girl on the panel call laughed & said it happens with newbies all the time. So bottom line- your service is excellent, your people are amazing, & your technology is the best out there. We're extremely happy with our decision & will now travel with peace of mind. Thank you Vivint!

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    Response from Vivint

    Amy, thanks for your feedback! We're so happy to hear that you're enjoying your experience with us, and that our representatives have been professional and friendly, we're also glad to hear that you're liking the system and all of the features that it has to offer. Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Installation & SetupCamera & VideoSales & Marketing

    Reviewed Dec. 5, 2015

    I need to keep a video on my home because I'm not at home a lot so I purchased a service package from Vivint. And, the features that I have are doorbell camera and the audio, a sky panel, thermostat, lighting, and doors unlocked. Their sales representative were informative, honest, and gave the best knowledge about the products. And, the installation team who came out were really good at what they do, and they were very informative and have good product knowledge base. Overall, our experience with Vivint has been wonderful and I'm extremely happy with their service. I highly recommend them.

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    Response from Vivint

    Terry, thank you for your feedback! We're so glad you're liking our newest equipment. Our Home Automation devices are great features to have in your home. We're happy to hear that our representatives were kind and informative. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Installation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Dec. 5, 2015

    We have the doorbell camera, another camera and the door lock from Vivint. We already had an alarm system but we like better what we got from Vivint because of the doorbell camera and the panel where you can see outside. Their sales representative was very nice and informative too. We had an issue with the installation team but they fixed it right away. I'm happy with their service so far. It was excellent.

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    Response from Vivint

    Kimberly, thanks for your feedback! We love hearing that our reps are are working with our customers to make sure they are informed about their system. The doorbell camera is a great feature to have to help monitor your home! We are so happy that you are happy with your service and hope to provide you excellent service for years to come. Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Dec. 5, 2015

    I got a package from Vivint which included the cameras, doorbell, and the alarm service. Everybody from Vivint was good. I remember that the guy who came over to do the installation was very professional. He took care of everything. I also called them back out for one of my smoke alarms, and the same kid came to put up a new one for me. It was good service, so I don’t have any complaints at all. I recommended them to somebody else and they, too, have had it since they got the installation done.

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    Response from Vivint

    Maureen, thanks for your feedback! We're happy to hear that your interactions with us have been enjoyable! We hope you're liking your system and the features that it has to offer. We appreciate the recommendation, and thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Tech

    Reviewed Dec. 5, 2015

    My experience with Vivint was precise and professional, which confirmed my decision as I was searching for a provider. However, the service is pricey but nevertheless I'm pleased.

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    Response from Vivint

    Ms. Russell, we appreciate your feedback! We're so glad you're enjoying your experience with us so far. Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Dec. 5, 2015

    He was totally awesome and friendly, installed in a quick professional manner.

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    Response from Vivint

    Christina, we're glad that you had a positive experience with our representative! We appreciate your feedback, and thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Sales & Marketing

    Reviewed Dec. 5, 2015

    The service package we purchased from Vivint included the camera rod, the smoke detector, and carbon monoxide. We needed the camera for security. So far, the service was good and we're happy. The sales representative was good too. Everything's okay.

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    Response from Vivint

    Javier, thanks for your feedback! We love hearing that our reps are happy and helpful with our customers. Sounds like you have some great features to help monitor your home! Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Dec. 5, 2015

    We have Vivint Security servicing two homes in two different countries and I am impressed with the consistent service on both sides of the border! When an issue arises, professional and knowledgeable staff fix it! Service persons are pleasant, professional and very knowledgeable! I am impressed. And I don't impress easily!

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    Response from Vivint

    Linda, thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family! We're so glad you're liking your systems, and that you're enjoying your experience with us. We appreciate your feedback!

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    Reviewed Dec. 5, 2015

    I would highly recommend Vivint security company. The whole company is great, from the sales rep, service rep, and the monitors.

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    Response from Vivint

    Doris, thanks for the recommendation! We're so happy to hear that you're liking your system, and that you're enjoying your experience with us. We appreciate your feedback, and thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Contract & TermsTech

    Reviewed Dec. 4, 2015

    Had issues with the software - multiple cameras but only recording clips on one. Garage doors not registering accurate status - home doors not locking properly. The technician fixed ALL of that quickly, easily and for no charge beyond our monthly contract. Also supplied me with a part I misplaced on one of my door locks. I was VERY happy with his expertise - really knows the system. Solved all my issues in one visit. Came on time, didn't waste my time. All appreciated!

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    Response from Vivint

    Robyn, thanks for your feedback! We're glad to hear that our technician was able to assist you with your concerns, and that you enjoyed your interaction with him. We appreciate your willingness to work with us to resolve your concerns, and thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Reviewed Dec. 4, 2015

    I have Vivint's home automation package, and so far it's good. The installation was fairly quick and they asked before altering my house which was good, but one thing that was not quite done to my standards would be the garage door sensor. It was put to where you can actually open the garage halfway before it even activates or shows that it's open.

    Also, there's a weird thing with not being able to turn off the automatic fan blower. That's a feature of the thermostat wherein one cannot ever turn off the fan blower, either have it on or automatic. The automatic would deem itself whether it should be on or off, and right now, it's deeming it to be on 24/7. I'm disappointed with the fact that there's no “off” setting if I want because even if the thermostat is off it still runs. I was about to sign up with another company but Vivint took care of me as a previous customer and offered me a great package for a discounted price.

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    Response from Vivint

    Alex, thank you for your feedback! We're so glad you're liking your system so far. We would be happy to take a look at your thermostat and help get the fan turned off, please refer to our private message! Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Customer ServiceTech

    Reviewed Dec. 4, 2015

    Scheduling department needs to held accountable for poor customer service. During the past 2 weeks I have been on the phone for over 3 hours with little accomplished. Phone and service techs do what they can but when equipment is bad it should be replaced.

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    Response from Vivint

    Steve, thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your patience and willingness to work with us. If you ever have questions, or need any assistance, feel free to email customersupport@vivint.com. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Customer ServiceTech

    Reviewed Dec. 4, 2015

    When we moved into a new neighborhood I didn't know what kind of neighborhood we had. We didn't want to take chances and so we decided to get Vivint. We've got stuff on the windows and doors. The sales representative was real professional and friendly. The installers were as smooth as silk - quick, excellent people to visit with and talk to. We had a service call last night and the girl I spoke to was perfect. The service was done quickly and smoothly. It was good service all the way around and I have no complaints at all. The security system has been excellent so far and I highly recommend Vivint to anybody.

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    Response from Vivint

    Tracy, thanks for your feedback! We love hearing that our reps are so helpful and efficient when it comes to your system! We strive to have the best customer service so hearing that our reps are doing their part to make that possible is great feedback. We are so happy that your Vivint system is able to provide you with the peace of mind you deserve in your new neighborhood. Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect you home and family, and thank you for your recommendations!

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    Reliability

    Reviewed Dec. 4, 2015

    My experience with Vivint was great. The security system is very good and it's super convenient to control my home with it. And, they're very quick and responsive to any troubleshooting or any issues/questions that I have about the system.

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    Response from Vivint

    Joey, thanks for your feedback! We're so glad to hear you're enjoying your system, and your experience with us! Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupCamera & Video

    Reviewed Dec. 4, 2015

    I'm very satisfied with the service I've had so far from Vivint. As part of the service package that I got from them, I got the monitoring, the CO2 with the smoke detector, the video camera. Then I recently upgraded to the doorbell camera and window break, and I got seven windows in the back door along with an upstairs and a downstairs smoke detector. I had ADT before. In order to get some of the features like the camera, the doorbell camera, and the CO2 smoke detector, you had to have the increased deal, whereas with Vivint everything was included. I had to pay extra for the video camera and for the doorbell video camera I had. But my billing cycle hasn't changed.

    The last tech who came and put in my doorbell camera was very polite and professional, and seemed very comfortable. The sales rep and the installation team were very personable. They make sure that you understand how to use the system and give you thorough instructions on what to do. If there are any issues then they make sure that you know which numbers to call and who to get in contact with.

    Since my system was installed, I've had a couple of incidents where my fire alarm has gone off or I haven't made it to the keypad in time to deactivate the alarm system when I was coming into the house, and they're very prompt, especially coming over the PA system. They do a very good job. I've actually invited a couple of my friends to go ahead and get a Vivint system and I have one person now in Houston who bought a system.

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    Response from Vivint

    William, thank you for your feedback! We hope you're enjoying your updated equipment, the doorbell camera is a great feature to have! We're glad you're enjoying your experience with us, so far, and we're glad you enjoyed your interactions with our technicians. We appreciate you being willing to work with us any time you have any concerns, and thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Customer Service

    Reviewed Dec. 4, 2015

    Loved that when I had issue with camera and front door lock tech was sent out within a day and called before arriving. Quickly and efficiently resolved issues. Real pro!

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    Response from Vivint

    Ray, thank you for your feedback! We appreciate you being willing to work with us to resolve your concerns. We're so glad that you're enjoying your experience with us. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Customer ServiceMonitoringContract & TermsCamera & VideoTechSales & MarketingReliability

    Reviewed Dec. 4, 2015

    We had just moved in the neighborhood and we have neighbors with Vivint. We wanted one camera at first and didn't need the outside cameras because we felt that was too much and the price then was a little out of my range. But we got one camera to cover the back door and then everything else was already covered by the front door that makes things better. Features included with the service package we purchased are the control panel, one camera downstairs, and the doorbell camera which was essential because our house didn’t come with a peephole and now I can see if I want to open my door or not.

    The sales representatives for the most part were wonderful. My only complaint with Vivint was the sensors in my front door went out and you couldn’t light the front door because you get an error message. So you had to bypass the front door and when I called and talked to them, it took them about two and a half months to send someone out to fix it. And I was explaining that that was frustrating because I was seeing Vivint technicians in my neighborhood everyday. But they were, "well, we got to put a work order here." And then the lady told me on the phone that she was going to mail me a sensor where I could just go ahead and put it in the door. Then they will have the contractor to actually come out and fix it. Somehow there was some confusion and they never did it and when the technician finally came out he said the guy that initially set us up has screwed up. He did set the system up properly, so he had to fix a bunch of stuff.

    Other than that, we're pretty satisfied. We really can't complain about the overall service, just them few issues. When I was having an issue with the sensor in the door, I was ready to break the contract and go to somebody else because that was ridiculous. I asked them, "here’s my question. You turn on the alarm but you open the front door and nothing happens. So if somebody breaks in my house while I'm waiting, how is that going to be covered?" And then they were, "well, we're going to try to get someone out there." And we had a combination lock in the front door that was so loose it was about to fall off that we were trying to also get fixed. It took forever, but they fix them.

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    Response from Vivint

    Robert, we appreciate your feedback. We hope you're liking your doorbell camera, it's an amazing feature to have! Thank you for your patience and willingness to work with us to get your sensor working. Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Customer ServiceTech

    Reviewed Dec. 3, 2015

    I'm extremely satisfied with the service that I have received so far from Vivint. I got the glass break, window alarms, and fire – smoke detector from them. Then recently, I got the doorbell camera. We needed these features because of my wife's medical condition and because it also included the emergency response, for first responders.

    The sales rep, Joe, was great. He was very knowledgeable and helped me through the process of getting everything ready to go and set up, and he followed up on everything, especially if there was a piece of equipment that they didn't have that they had to order. He has stayed on top of it to make sure that this was done in a timely manner. The installers were also very professional. They cleaned up after themselves and didn't leave a mess. They made sure that the old ADT system I had was compatible with Vivint. They took care of all of that. Whenever I have question, I can get the answer right away if I call them, and I don't have to wait for them to get back to me.

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    Response from Vivint

    William, thanks for your feedback! We're so happy you're liking your system, and that your experience with Joe and our installation team was positive. Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

    Customer ServiceContract & TermsTech

    Reviewed Dec. 3, 2015

    Since signing my contract, it has been nothing but lies. I was originally told that I could use my military orders to cancel my service if I moved. When I was ready to move, I was told that I could not cancel my service. The equipment only worked for a couple of months. I called many times, only to either be on the phone for over an hour, while trying to fix the problem or to be told that a technician could come to my house for a large monthly fee. On a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being the best, I would rate the service provided to me as a 0. Total disappointment.

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    Response from Vivint

    Elizabeth, we appreciate your feedback. You can use your military orders to cancel your account if you're moving to on-base housing or an area that we do not offer service, or if you are being deployed. You can view our policy here: http://www.vivint.com/military-families. We're happy to review your account and help you get your system working. Feel free to email us at socialcs@vivint.com at any time. Thanks!

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    Customer Service

    Reviewed Dec. 3, 2015

    Vivint has been very enjoyable. The last two times we had problems, we called and right out, Vivint took care of things and did an upgrade for us while they were there. We are very happy with it. They were very friendly, efficient and good. I'm in the service of providing business so I pay a lot of attention to customer relations.

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    Response from Vivint

    Roger, thanks for your feedback! We are so glad you're enjoying your experience with us. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Dec. 3, 2015

    I'm happy with Vivint and since they updated me with everything, it's doing great. If I have a problem, I call them. But they say that if the battery goes out, I have to call in. I can’t get a battery now and they have to order. But so far, everything's good and I'd recommend Vivint. In fact, I already recommended them to my neighbor.

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    Response from Vivint

    Carolyn, we're glad you're liking your system! Thanks for being willing to work with us to get the batteries switched out. We appreciate your feedback, and thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Customer ServiceContract & Terms

    Reviewed Dec. 3, 2015

    I signed up for Vivint in March 2011. The contract was to run through September 2014. During the term of the contract I had a continuing problem with my dog setting off the glass break. Besides that they seemed fine until I tried to cancel service. I called them and was told that they could not do this over the phone and that I needed to go online, open a online account and look for the directions. The contract says that all you need to do is write a letter. Apparently they don't know that.

    When I couldn't set up an online account with them I called again and again with no success. But in the meantime they continued to deduct the $49.95 from my checking account. I finally contacted my Bank and asked that they not allow them to debit my account. Since that time they continue to call me and tell me that I have yet to cancel my account. Several times they gave me a phone number to call to cancel, but it ends up being the billing department wanting to get me to pay. I've called, sent certified letters and nothing works. These people will try to suck you dry if you don't stand up to them.

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    Response from Vivint

    David, in order to cancel your account, you will first need to call our Customer Loyalty department, and then send an email to documents@vivint.com stating you would like to cancel your account. You will then be instructed to place a follow up call, and your account will be submitted for cancellation. If you have not yet sent the email, please do so we can get this taken care of! Thanks.

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    Reviewed Dec. 3, 2015

    I have been a loyal Vivint customer for almost 5 years. We were offered 15 points at install, but only used 9 in devices for our small office space. The service has worked pretty good, and we have had minor issues here and there until now. In March I called into Vivint to ask about getting a replacement panel as my staff in the office kept setting of the alarm over and over with our current panel which touchscreen stopped working. I was told no problem and had someone come install one of the new bigger screen panels. We talked about updating our contract, but I said I was moving and wanted to make sure that we were NOT renewing our contract.

    I called in today to ask about moving and they told me that I would only get 9 points in devices at my new location, and would have to pay for anything else. I asked why I couldn't start with the 15 points, or even get the doorbell, lock, and garage opening device like new customers. I said I would just like the 15 that I was offered in the beginning, and didn't care about those others, but was told I would only get 9 because that is what I currently have.

    To top it all off, they told me they did renew my contract in March, I would not have been with them a year and they would have to charge me to move as well. This was explicitly discussed in detail back in March on the phone, and the individual said they emailed me a new agreement which I never signed, and I verified over the phone. I would never have done that without getting word that we would be able to move. I am extremely frustrated, and called back in and have been sitting on hold the entire time I am writing this. Going to see what I can do to pay to get out of my contract and go to one of the smaller services that cares more about their customers and uses the same equipment. I don't care if it costs me, I don't ever want to work with a company that does not care about taking care of the customer. I have no problem signing a new contact for my new place, but I would like some of the perks that come along with that as a loyal customer.

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    Contract & Terms

    Reviewed Dec. 2, 2015

    There were a few break-ins in the neighborhood and I said it's time to get an alarm system. Then Vivint came to my doorstep and told me that their system can lower my insurance rate for the house and I don't have to worry about it if I'm away. I bought it and they gave me extra points for buying the whole system. And every time the contract is done, Vivint always upgrades. I had them ever since and I never had any problems with them.

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    Response from Vivint

    Dennis, thanks for being a loyal customer! We're so glad you're enjoying your experience with us, and that the system is providing the extra security that you need. We appreciate your feedback! Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home.

    Customer ServiceTech

    Reviewed Dec. 2, 2015

    I have been with Vivint for the past 1 1/2 years. The customer support team they have is terrible. I have one camera which has gone out twice in the past 5 months. The customer support team has tried to walk me through resetting the camera and it failed. If they send a tech to repair the camera issue, I am charged $50. If they send me a new camera, I am charged $4.95 shipping cost. I pay timely each month and they can't stand behind the services and products they use. If you are considering Vivint as your home security provider - think twice. Vivint is over-priced and do not support the customer. The customer service reps are terrible and very apathetic in their duties. Buyer Beware!

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    Response from Vivint

    Joseph, thank you for your feedback. If you are not signed up for our Premium Service Plane ($10/mo), if you request for an appointment to be scheduled outside of the warranty period, we ask that you do pay a $49.00 service copay. You can view more information on this here: http://support.vivint.com/how-to/warranty-service-plan. We also do ask that you pay for shipping should we send equipment to you. We will always cover the cost of the equipment itself. Thank you.

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    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Dec. 2, 2015

    We purchased two cameras and the doorbell camera from Vivint. We had a problem a few months ago and the sales rep was very helpful and considerate. He came, upgraded the system and the cameras, and added the doorbell camera. Their installation team got the job done. I was very satisfied with the service and will continue to use it.

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    Response from Vivint

    Herschel, thanks for your feedback! We hope you're liking your upgraded equipment! We're glad to hear you enjoyed your experience with our representatives. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Dec. 2, 2015

    Someone from Vivint came about six years ago to sell their system. We liked it so we got it. At the time, it was just smoke and fire, window break, and basic alarm. We needed those features to have a sense of security and it's been great. I've recently spoken with their sales rep because I wanted the doorbell camera but they wouldn't give me a good deal. I was about to drop the service because I didn't want to pay the $99 activation fee. I made a few more calls until a sales rep made it work, I paid for the activation fee but got the camera for a lower price. The installation team was great. The only problem I had is having to wait eight days to get anybody out even if there's a problem but overall, I would recommend Vivint. I got my neighbor to get their service.

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    Response from Vivint

    Scot, thanks for your feedback! We're glad you're liking your system, and we appreciate you working with us to get your doorbell camera installed. We hope you're enjoying your new equipment! Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Dec. 2, 2015

    I heard about Vivint from a friend. The initial sales representative, Brad, was so amazing that we are still friends to this day. Everybody who showed up for the installation has been great. I've been impressed with the people and the service. I'm happy and very satisfied with it, and recommend it to friends frequently.

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    Response from Vivint

    Jess, thanks for your feedback! We're so glad you're enjoying your experience with us, and that your interaction with Brad was a positive one! Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

    Customer ServiceInstallation & Setup

    Reviewed Dec. 1, 2015

    Let me start by saying this company does crooked business. The salesman came into our home advertised we would be a model home. So he came back the next day with my wife and kids were home. I was at work. Next thing I know we have a system installed at a priced never agreed on. They took money out of my account. Be going thru customer service about 20 times now. The salesman signed my name to contract. Fighting with this company now for 6 months to get my money back. So now I'm fed up and will file a lawsuit cause nobody from Vivint will take care of issue. Even their legal department is horrible. Now I will take the next step to get my congressman and whoever to get this company out of Virginia cause they are banned from several states already.

    Updated 1/27/2016 - Was told by Vivint they would refund me my money due to fact their salesman forged my name. Told me they mailed a checked. It would take 7-10 business days. So that time has gone and went by. Still no refund. Do not do business with Vivint.

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    Response from Vivint

    David, thanks for being willing to work with us. We have received the necessary documentation and are in the process of reviewing your account. We appreciate your feedback and willingness to work with us to resolve your concerns. Thanks!

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    Customer ServiceCamera & Video

    Reviewed Dec. 1, 2015

    I acquired Vivint service package which includes two cameras, the doorbell and the smoke alarm and have the security system on the doors. The interactions with the sales representative was really good. I renewed the system several months ago and I've been having a lot of trouble. As a matter of fact, my cameras are not working and they haven't worked since October.

    I haven't called them back out because every time I call I cannot stand for any length of time and then they tell me to go to the panel and do this, and do that and stand in every 15 minutes. I can't do that or go back into the room and disconnect this. As a matter of fact, I was sitting off yesterday saying, I got to call them and get somebody out here. The irritant for me is if I'm paying for the maintenance and keep saying, "I can't get up and go and stand in front of the box." or "I can't get up and go into the room.". I don't like being on the phone all day trying to explain to somebody that somebody needs to come out and check it.

    I don't know why it keeps jumping out of the system but if they check they'll see that I have called quite a few times on this. So it's better for me to just not have the system than to keep calling and being reminded of my inabilities which is a logical thing. I'm very dissatisfied because I paid for these systems and they are not working. I'm upset about those cameras.

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    Reviewed Dec. 1, 2015

    We signed up for Vivint in 2012 and then we transferred our contract in 2013 or so I thought we transferred it. I suggested the new homeowners go with Vivint because they wanted a home security system so Vivint received a new customer from me. I then "transferred" our service to our new home. The technician who came out said he was transferring our service and promised all this free equipment, etc. I called to cancel the service this year (2015). I was told TWICE my contract ended, sent my cancellation letter in and thought everything was fine.

    I called back to verify I would not be charged again and the new customer representative told me that the previous two representatives had made a mistake and they went by our old contract. We were not informed the date had changed and they made us sign a new contract instead of transferring the existing contract like we requested. The customer service representative told me, "Well, you should have read it instead of going by what the technician said and you can either pay you contract in full or keep making monthly payments." I asked to speak to manager and he said he was the manager. I have a hard time believing he answers phone and manages other issues too. He was very rude and not helpful at all. I also told him our system did not work properly and it would go off when nothing was wrong. He stated that we should have called in when it was not working properly and he could have a technician out to look at it.

    Why would I let another crooked technician back in my house? I have been lied to several times and I cannot wait to terminate my service. Anyone else I have asked about Vivint has had a bad experience, some even calling the company the devil. The salespeople that visit your door are only there to make a sale and will tell you anything to get your signature.

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    Response from Vivint

    Monica, that would certainly be a frustrating experience. If you send us a private response with your phone number and verbal passcode, we will gladly look into that for you. Thank you!

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    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Dec. 1, 2015

    I got the home security and doorbell camera from Vivint for peace of mind. It's good technology and good service. Their sales rep has been good, friendly, efficient, courteous, and knowledgeable. Same with their installation team, plus they were efficient and fast. I'm very satisfied so far.

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    Response from Vivint

    Alexander, we're so glad you're liking your doorbell camera, it's a great feature! We're happy to hear that you're enjoying your experience with us, and we appreciate your feedback! Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Dec. 1, 2015

    I got the alarm, a doorbell camera and a patio camera from Vivint. The sales representatives and installation team seem to know what they're talking about, and the service was very well taken care of. So far I’m 100% satisfied with the service I have from them.

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    Response from Vivint

    Rene, thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience with our representatives, and that you're liking your system so far! Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Installation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Dec. 1, 2015

    We're satisfied with Vivint so far. I got the doorbell camera because I have a baby. The sales representative and technicians are polite and know what they're doing. Vivint maximized the installation fee in that they suggested one installation cost for everything. The company values the customers and how they stick around for so long.

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    Response from Vivint

    Lu, thanks for your feedback! We hope you're enjoying your doorbell camera, and we're so glad to hear you've enjoyed your experience with us so far. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

    Customer ServiceContract & Terms

    Reviewed Nov. 30, 2015

    The salesman that came to my door informed me that the equipment was free with a two-year agreement to keep the service. After the two years was up we eventually canceled because the unit did not go off when my son caught the living room on fire. Payments ceased to be withdrawn from our account. Several months after that, the payments spontaneously started appearing on our bank account again. Each time my husband called they apologized and said they would cease. However, six payments into this, the operator informed us that we had signed a 42-month contract and that is why the payments were still coming out. We now are in a position of having to fight with the company to get them to quit withdrawing money from our account. To add insult to the injury, we sold the home three months ago. I would NEVER have signed knowing the contract was for 42 months. I feel completely taken advantage of.

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    Reviewed Nov. 30, 2015

    My mother was visiting when the sales rep knocked on the door and my mother has a lot of difficulty getting around, so I ordered the Vivint system to get the little pendant she could wear while she was visiting. The representative was polite and he was able to make me decide that it was time to put security on the house. I have alarms on some windows, a sensor inside the house, and cameras outside and on the doorbell. When my contract expired, their representative told me that I can renew and get new equipment. Also my daughter has signed on with them through my recommendation.

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    Response from Vivint

    Andrew, thanks for recommending us! We're glad that you're liking your system and the features that it has to offer. We appreciate your feedback! Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

    Customer ServiceContract & Terms

    Reviewed Nov. 30, 2015

    I have a 3 years contract with Vivint for my business. Business got sold after almost a year and need to transfer the rest of the contract to other person, because Vivint will charge you the full amount for the other 2 years. Accepted the fact and proceed with looking for a person that will handle the other 2 years, and I found it. They came to take all the devices and told me that they will hold it for 3 months for the deferment. But after 2 weeks when I checked my account, they still withdraw the money from my account. When I called they tell me a different thing that the account is not yet a year old and they couldn't do the deferment, but why nobody ever mentioned it when I called??? Nobody told me until I call. It's really pissed me off. They are very bad with customer service and telling you there is nothing they can do.

    I am telling you guys, NEVER GO FOR VIVINT if you need any security service. There are so many companies out there with a lot better customer service and know what they are doing or saying. Vivint will tell you that the previous worker made A MISTAKE by telling a wrong thing, so you will wondering who is telling the right thing whenever you call next time.

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    Reviewed Nov. 30, 2015

    We’ve got broken into almost three years ago, so I wanted to get a security system with cameras. One of my neighbors had Vivint and it seemed like they had the best home automation. We purchased this house and we currently live in my father’s house. He wants to get Vivint as well right afterwards. I said, “Oh, easy. Just leave the equipment there, transfer to the new house, and Vivint replace my equipment. You’re going to get another customer." But since they don’t do that, I have to take all my old equipment with me to the new house and then the installer installed the new equipment at my father's, I said, “You’re really just trading double work at that point.”

    Why am I going to take out the equipment that’s already in the house and then get old ones installed in the new house and then reinstall the new ones in an old house. The amount of money they want to charge on things is very inconsistent. I wrote to corporate, I wrote to the PEO and the POO and – that helped out a little bit. As a customer, I shouldn’t have to gripe to them to get to that point.

    My new home comes with the security system and even with all the headaches with Vivint, I’d rather deal with Vivint because of their home automation. I like the doorbell camera, I need to get an outdoor camera. They’re charging an arm and a leg for installation. They want $199, I said, “Come on. I can do it myself. Let me buy the camera and I’ll install it myself.” It’s highway robbery. They’ll do anything to get new customers; but if you’re a current customer, they don’t do as much. That has become with any company, not just with Vivint and it’s terrible.

    Currently, I have the doorbell camera and a couple of cameras. I have the thermometer, the keyless entry. In my new home, I’m going to buy my own keyless entry because I don’t like the offer that they have. I like the new Schlage- the touchscreen locking, it’s more sleek and simplistic, I’m going to add to my system and since it’s Z-Wave compatible, I can get it added. I’m going to buy the Nest Thermostat, also Z-Wave compatible. I wished they have cameras that has audio, we have kids, so instead of buying a baby monitor camera, I could just have a camera that’s already integrated with my system where I could hear things as easy. We also used to have a camera that you can move, but it wasn’t HiDef. I like the ability to move but there’s no HiDef. With the new system they don’t allow this camera. What they have is a still camera, which is their biggest downfall.

    One of the reasons I stayed with Vivint is because of the installer. He has gone out of his way, customer service-wise. He’s been excellent and he’s the only installer that ever came to my house. Another reason is the new app that they are using. I used to have the 2Gig system, Alarm.com and I switched over to their Vivint-specific system. Though they still don’t have some things that Alarm.com has, an example is if a door is left open, the air conditioner would shut off or go off. On the Vivint system, it doesn’t do that yet. I’ve given all that feedback to them and they’re moving slow.

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    Reviewed Nov. 30, 2015

    In Feb. of 2015 I decided to have Vivint install a security system in my home. The Tech was at my house the next day installing the door sensors and window sensors (motion sensors and key fobs were supposed to be included in the deal, but then happened to not be with the installer and he did not even have it on his list of what to be installed) and the keypad, which they have to drill holes into your wall to set up. The entire time that the Tech was there he could not get the system to work properly and he replaced almost every sensor he had already installed. The system started working properly so the Tech left. Within an hour after he left the sensors started failing.

    Point of story, the system failed for 2 solid days and I called Vivint and told them to come take the system out as it had not worked properly since installed. That was within the time allowed on the contract. The next day another Tech came and took everything out of my house that they had installed. Did not patch the holes in the wall, or the door and door frame where holes were drilled to place sensors. I had to fix the wall and repaint. I received two notifications from Vivint that the account had been cancelled. However 10 months later I am still receiving statements for this account, and now have been turned over to a collection agency to collect past due bills. I have to send all the information about the cancelled account to the collection agency just to get them to quit calling me.

    I have contacted Vivint on 6 occasions trying to get this settled and each time I am told that the account is closed and I owe no money. They even sent me my down payment back that I had to pay the day of installation. This company is just a big scam to put crappy materials in your home and then harass you almost daily for payment when you are no longer in a contract with them. I am going to have to get a lawyer to contact them regarding this matter as I cannot get these guys off my back. They even reported me to credit bureau and lowered my score from 812 to 790. I had to contact them and dispute the mess, which brought my score back up but the hit is still on my credit report. DO NOT GET INTO BED WITH THESE PEOPLE, YOU WILL REGRET IT.

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    Reviewed Nov. 30, 2015

    My experience with Vivint has always been good including their support services. I've had no problems with Vivint representatives, either sales agents or anybody who come in to install and maintain our equipment. I've always dealt with very comfortable people. Alarms are handled promptly and everyone is apprised in a very timely manner. And everything's groovy. I also feel very safe with the way they handle alarm status, so I know that nothing's going to happen without me knowing almost immediately. And I'm very impressed with my current package especially with the central monitor unit. It's easy to add in z-wave modules and it's very useful for monitoring cameras in a central location. I certainly do recommend their services.

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    John, thanks for your feedback! We're so glad you're enjoying your experience with us, and that you're liking your system! The Z-Wave modules are great features to have. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Reviewed Nov. 30, 2015

    The service we purchased from Vivint included the Sky package with doorbell camera and the inside camera, glass break and window sensors, and thermostat. We needed these features for the extra security and convenience. So far, our satisfaction with Vivint's services has been fair and not very good. We had the classic mode up until about a month ago. We were having issues with the door lock and thermostat responding to our phones. Sometimes it wouldn't work.

    We called Vivint and told them about these issues, and they're going to charge us to come out and fix something that we already pay for monthly. I wasn't going to do it, so I told their lady rep that I was actually going to go ahead and cancel their service. So they sent Bryce out and he was excellent. He went 110% beyond what he had to do to make things right for me. He set everything up, upgraded me for free and got everything working right.

    Then when they came out and installed the Sky package, they put the doorbell camera on and everything was great except for the doorbell voice that didn't work from day one until I called and told them 10 minutes after the tech had left that the doorbell voice part doesn't work. They can't hear you outside and they said, "Oh, we'll have to schedule you to fix it." I said, "He has left. Can he turn around and come back?" But the rep said, "No, they have to schedule it." I said, "Okay, I understand. You guys have a schedule working. That's fine." But they couldn't get back for a month and that was a little extreme, considering I recently tried to cancel my service and I'm trying to make things right. They got here today, put in another doorbell, and it still doesn't work. The technician left to get another doorbell camera and bring it back to see if it works, so we're on our third camera now.

    The service guys who have come out have been great and very professional. I was extremely unhappy, though, with the lady in customer service whom I talked to on the phone. She did not give two ** about our satisfaction. When I called to let them know about my problem, she felt like she was merely there to do her job.

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    Shea, we appreciate your feedback. We are so glad to hear you've enjoyed your interactions with our technicians and that they're friendly and professional. Thanks for being willing to work with us to get your system up and running properly, and thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Nov. 29, 2015

    Our daughter got the doorbell camera from Vivint in her house and we liked it. We've had it in ours and we've been with them for seven years now. Now, we have upgraded to the wireless system in the front door. Their installation team explained everything and were good. They were very pleasant and very knowledgeable. Needless to say, everybody I talked to was great and we haven't had a problem with them. I would definitely recommend them but there are still a lot of bugs that they need to work on with the cameras.

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    Kathy, thanks for the feedback! Thank you for being a loyal customer. We're so glad to hear that you're enjoying your system. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Reviewed Nov. 29, 2015

    I learned about Vivint several years back when they were selling alarms in our neighborhood. I got their cameras, just the normal window sensors and door sensors. I upgraded the control panel with the doorbell. Now they have the doorbell camera and a couple of other features that run on a different system than the original so it’s all upgraded. The first time I called and tried to upgrade, it was a nightmare. They told me it was going to cost me around $600. I told them I’ve been with Vivint for so long and that I just got solar done, and then asked them to just renew my contract and give me all the new stuff. Honestly, if I had the option to cancel right now, I would definitely do that. There are so many new alarm systems out there that are way cheaper. But installation was always 100%. They were always topnotch. I’m pretty satisfied with the services so far.

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    Jason, thank you for your feedback. We would be sad to see you go! We want to help you get the features that you are wanting in your home. Depending on where you are in your current agreement, prices may vary. Near the end of the agreement, the price may be lower! Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Reviewed Nov. 29, 2015

    One of my neighbors had gotten the system from Vivint and had talked to my husband about it. My husband liked the idea and he wanted me to have cameras in the house because I was handicapped. He was ill with cancer and knew he wasn’t going to be around so he wanted to have more coverage. I was very unhappy when I ordered the cameras – a doorbell camera and three indoor cameras. They made an appointment to come out and install them but it was cancelled. Then the second time they arrived to tell me there wasn't any cameras available. I felt like I had wasted another day of waiting. It took two and a half months before I got any cameras. Also, I was irritated by the fact that they were still going around, selling things that they didn't have and then I've had to wait.

    But for the most part, I have been pleased. When I finally got the cameras, I thought they were going to be installed in a permanent location. They’re just sitting on cabinets and I’m not sure that I like that, but since I had to adjust some of them to get a better view, it's all right. The reps kept asking me where I want the cameras when they should have an idea of where would be the most effective place to put them and not put it on me. Also, I like being able to use my telephone to turn off the alarm. Before, I used a scooter and I have to unload the scooter and everything and then sometimes my hands are full. I like being able to turn the thing off when I’m in the car and it makes it a lot easier for me than struggling with the door with packages and other things.

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    Annette, thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your patience while we worked to get your cameras installed. We prefer not to mount the cameras, in case the customer should need to move them or adjust the settings on them. We're glad that you're enjoying the features that our system offer. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Nov. 29, 2015

    I'm a realtor and I'd recommend Vivint. I've been having them for two years and my service package has the alarm, the camera and the solar stuff. I'm fine with their services and I don't have any problems with anybody - everybody has been nice and cool. They just need to put in the camera for the doorbell.

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    Sheila, we're so happy to hear that you're enjoying your system! We look forward to getting a doorbell camera installed for you. We appreciate your feedback, and thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Nov. 28, 2015

    Back in 2010 when Vivint was still APX, some guy knocked on my door and he told me about the alarm system. With the original alarm that I got, it was just the doors and windows, the smoke detector, and key fobs. In between then and now, I added a kitchen camera and a motion detector. Now, I have the night and day high-def camera in the kitchen and the front door camera where I can talk to people if they come to the door. Apart from those, nothing else has changed. I kept the key fobs and the motion detector. My house is a lot more secure, and I am a hundred percent satisfied with Vivint.

    Also, I was happy with every one of the people who came to my house. Every time the installation guys come, they always explained and showed me how to do everything. One of the guys even loaded my app so I could open it to see the door if I needed to. They were thorough and awesome. Now, whenever people say they need a security system, I tell them, "Don't look any further. Go talk to these guys." When I have a problem, they either fix it on the phone or they have somebody out who can fix it. They've been good to me every time I talked to them.

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    Brian, thank you for your feedback! We're so glad to hear you're enjoying your system and all of the features it has to offer! We're happy you've had positive experiences with our representatives. We appreciate your recommendation, and thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family. Thanks.

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    Reviewed Nov. 28, 2015

    Watch out for the "30 day hold" on your cancellation notice. Now I get to pay another monthly payment even though I don't have service. Also beware of them using sensors that are already in your house because if they break they want 100 bucks to come out and then you have to pay for every sensor they replace (I believe they should outfit your whole house with their product), and they only give you 5 sensors to start. You have to buy the rest if your house is bigger. I should have seen it coming since they wouldn't even send a technician to my house, on them, when I had issues with their signal box and I had to rig it because I can't afford $100 plus whatever other expense there could have been, even though it's in a place where it can't be messed with. It hasn't even been "armed" the last 1 1/2 - 2 years because of its issues. Waste of time and money.

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    Reviewed Nov. 28, 2015

    I liked the Vivint system that was set up at my friends' house so I wanted to get one too. Now I have the doorbell camera, inside house camera, wireless locking door, and all of my windows are covered. I wanted to watch my kids inside to make sure they're doing what they're told. And when getting packages delivered on my front porch, I can see when things are dropped off and I can actually speak through the doorbell and tell the delivery guy to give the package to my neighbor if I'm not home. I'm happy with the product and the service agents of Vivint. The tech guys that come in have all been amazing. One guy came out of his way when he was off work and fixed my camera.

    My only issue with them is their customer service and customer loyalty department. Anytime you call in, it's absolutely ridiculous. They’re very irritating. I've been a customer for years and I'm willing to sign another five or six-year contract but they're still trying to nickel-and-dime me. If my neighbor decided to sign up, they would get everything free.

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    Erica, thanks for your feedback. We're glad that you're liking the system and all of the features that it has to offer. If you would like to discuss your upgrade options or account, we're happy to help! Please email customersupport@vivint.com. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Reviewed Nov. 28, 2015

    My workmates told me about Vivint. I got their doorbell camera, an indoor camera, and the hood. I also got the upgraded panel system. Their sales reps were very helpful and the installation team was friendly. The service is okay so far.

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    James, thanks for your feedback! We're glad you're liking your system so far. Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Reviewed Nov. 28, 2015

    The service package that I purchased from Vivint includes the doorbell camera, three other cameras with night vision (one is in the house for 24 hours during smoke), and windows with detectors. The sales reps at Vivint have been very helpful and the installation team sent by Vivint are even better.

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    Steven, we're glad that you're liking the system and all the features that it has to offer, and that you have enjoyed your experience with us so far! We appreciate your feedback, and thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Reviewed Nov. 27, 2015

    Vivint sales rep was going door-to-door. She was really nice and told me about their different products. I tried the alarm system and liked it. It was also a good experience with the installation team. Every person we've encountered so far has been friendly and has done a good job. I moved and recently upgraded to the newer panel and doorbell camera which were not included in my original package.

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    Melanie, thanks for your feedback! We're so glad you're liking your new panel and your doorbell camera. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Nov. 27, 2015

    The features included with the service package I purchased at the time was two cameras, a lamp, a light that comes on through my phone and monitoring and then recently I added the doorbell and the thermostat. I used to have another service but it didn't allow me to activate or do whatever from my cellphone so I changed services because being able to use it on my phone was a good feature.

    The service so far is excellent and whenever a door or whatever is triggered, it takes only seconds for them to call or respond and make sure everything is okay. I like that and it makes me feel that somebody is actually sitting and watching my house. I have a sign outside saying I'm selling my house and people are coming through to look at my house and I'm able to see activity while at work. I have three camera views, the doorbell, the front door, the back door and if someone didn’t call me first to say, "can you turn off the system or whatever" then I am able to explain what was going on to them. And they were like, "okay, no problem, we just want to make sure everybody is fine."

    I recommend them all the time. The sales was great and they did the installation that same day because I was on then and the guy that sold it with the installer assured me that it was going to be okay. At the time, I had just lost my husband and so he was just very pleasant, very comforting. With the installation team, everything works and everything has worked. I'm just hoping because I'm going to move soon in the next two and a half months that I can move it with me.

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    Maria, thank you for your feedback! We are so glad to hear that you're enjoying your system and all of the features that it has to offer. We're also happy to hear that you're liking your experience with us! Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Reviewed Nov. 27, 2015

    We purchased from Vivint the regular security system normally set up and we’ve added the doorbell camera and some glass breakage sensors. We got doorbell camera because we felt we needed that and the glass breakage because we felt like there was a thing in our house that we just need to protect a little bit more. And their people have been very helpful. The sales representatives I spoke with was very good, very professional, and very polite. While the installation team was very good as well, they were on time and always let us know when they’re coming. After they put the system in they let us know what they’ve done and how to operate everything. I've been very satisfied with the service I've received from Vivint, we've renewed the contract several times. Of all we’ve been with I think they’re the best ones.

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    Tom, thanks for your feedback! We're glad that you're liking your system, and that you're enjoying your experience with us! Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Reviewed Nov. 27, 2015

    I have a home security and just recently I got a doorbell camera from Vivint and I like it very much. The salesman was knowledgeable and did a good job and the people I've talked to on the phone were very helpful. The installation took a little longer than I thought, but the guy who came and did the camera was a lot faster and was more experienced. Overall, I'm satisfied with Vivint although one little problem I did have was when they were alerted, but they took care of that and everything seems to be doing okay with nothing else to complain about.

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    Jim, thanks for your feedback! We're so glad you're liking your doorbell camera. We appreciate you being willing to work with us to resolve any of your concerns. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Nov. 26, 2015

    Four years ago, my mom told me about Vivint. I purchased their package that has everything in it because I like all the features they were offering. Their sales representative and installation team were very professional. Vivint has excellent service and I'm very happy with it.

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    Ray, thanks for your feedback! We're so glad you're liking the system and all of the features that it has to offer. Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Reviewed Nov. 26, 2015

    Vivint has been fine and very satisfactory so far. The service package that I purchased had four cameras, a motion detector, and a fire or smoke detector. I'm more than half satisfied with the services so far, but I'm a little disappointed that I can only get four cameras. I need more cameras so I'm hoping that Vivint will come up with a system or allow for an upgrade for more cameras on the system. The installation team came to our home and they were very polite and kind, and worked diligently to install the system. They were all very dedicated to completing their mission. The emergency system has worked very well, almost too well. I had an elderly relative that accidentally tripped the system and we had emergency services there. I was notified within less than a minute. This showed the system's excellence.

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    Mark, thanks for your feedback! We limit the camera capacity to four due to possible limitations with the internet connections in our customers home. Since our cameras, and may devices, run off of the wireless networks in your home, we do not want to risk losing connectivity. We're so glad you're enjoying your experience with us! Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Nov. 26, 2015

    I'm happy with Vivint and I like their services. I have about everything from them -- doorbell, sky panels, sensors and thermostat. But I don't have the camera for the section of the house because they're a little too expensive.Our interaction with their sales reps was excellent and very helpful. Also, the installation team was good and very knowledgeable. Overall, I like the technology where I'm able to monitor my house and control the thermostat. I also like the doorbell features where I can see who's in front of my house at any given time. I'm fully satisfied with Vivint.

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    Felix, thanks for your feedback! We're so glad that you're liking your system! We're happy to hear you're enjoying your experience with us. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Nov. 26, 2015

    The service package that I purchased from Vivint included lots of stuff -- cameras, sensors, smoke alarms -- all the good stuff. The installers, when they came to our home, were good. I wished they had debugged everything before they put the system in because they were some software issues, but these have all been fixed. The services that I have now seem to be working good. We've had issues through time, but got these worked out. There was a short in the panel. The alarm was going off for no reason at all. They worked hard to make things right. However I'm still waiting on the outdoor camera. They said that was going to be out, but it hasn't come out.

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    Jim, thanks for your feedback. We appreciate your patience and willingness to work with us to resolve your concerns. Our outdoor cameras are currently on backorder, but we would be happy to install them for you when they become available! Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Nov. 26, 2015

    My 75 year old mother's declining health necessitated a relocation closer to family for her safety and care. Unknowingly, she had agreed to a 5 year contract with Vivint, and when her house sold she had 43 months left. The buyers did not wish to take over the service. My mother moved into a relative's home which already had security service with ADT. When my mother's situation was explained to her satellite TV company, they immediately released her from her contractual obligation with understanding and well wishes. I then turned my attention to Vivint and expected the same understanding response. I was totally unprepared for the battle that has ensued. I have made several calls and spoken with several "Customer Loyalty" personnel, but I'll only mention the highlights, as they were each just as unhelpful as the next.

    The Special Cancellations department required a letter from my mother's doctor explaining her health situation. We complied. The doctor's letter stated plainly that, due to health concerns, my mother needed to move closer to her daughter for care and support. This was not good enough for Vivint. When I called to follow-up (Vivint NEVER called me) I was told that the letter needed to state that she has Alzheimer's, dementia, memory loss, or some such cognitive disorder. I explained that would be lying. Her mind is fine. It's general physical decline that necessitated her move, not a health condition that rendered her unable to operate the system.

    When I demanded to speak to someone in Special Cancellations, I was told that's not possible. They only do email correspondence. I had already emailed Special Cancellations and received only an automatic response. Vivint expects my mother to pay $3000, which is basically the 43 months remaining on the contract, and the people who have the power to relieve her of this burden are elusive. DO NOT DO BUSINESS WITH VIVINT.

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    Reviewed Nov. 25, 2015

    We've had Vivint for years. Their sales people came to the door and made the presentation. They were very polite, courteous, and they answered all our questions. As for their installation team, they did a very good job, cleaned up, and installed everything neatly and tightly. They even added an extra door for us so we have an alarm on the door of the garage. It went very well one everything was installed. It's been good with Vivint so far. We just updated our package 'cause we've had it for six years. Now we have the motion detector doorbell. We wanted the security and safety so we went with such features. We like them a lot and they work really good too.

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    Mike, we appreciate your feedback! Thanks for being a loyal customer. We're happy to hear you're enjoying your experience with us, and we hope you're liking your updated equipment! Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Reviewed Nov. 25, 2015

    Vivint messed up my banking information leading to 2 months of a "past due balance". After numerous calls on my part and getting the runaround from many departments, they proceeded to take UNANNOUNCED payments from my bank. They didn't care that they had done this and offered me 1 month free service for my "hassle". Completely disgusted with the care and service I received over the past 4 months. Would not recommend this company to anyone!

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    Reviewed Nov. 25, 2015

    We heard about Vivint through a friend and it's been three years since we've had it. I was very pleased with their sales representative as well as their installation team. We included all features in the package we purchased, including cameras and so far, we're very satisfied.

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    Sandra, we're so glad you're liking your system, and that you enjoyed your experience with our representatives! Thank you for your feedback, and for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Reviewed Nov. 25, 2015

    One of our neighbors had Vivint so we have them. We purchased the alarm with the thermostat and some lighting control. Their service so far is very good and we have no issues whatsoever. Everything went great with the sales reps and the installation team, too.

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    Jeffrey, we're so glad you're liking your system! The thermostat and lamp modules are amazing features! Thanks for your feedback, and for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Reviewed Nov. 25, 2015

    Vivint is great. Every time I call in, I get best service and I'm very pleased with it. I would recommend them to my friend.

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    James, thanks for the recommendation! We're so glad you're enjoying your experience with us. We appreciate your feedback, and thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Reviewed Nov. 24, 2015

    The package I initially purchased from Vivint is different from what I have now. I just got the basic and now, I have the doorbell camera and keyless entry. Overall, I've absolutely nothing to complain about Vivint. Their guys have also been awesome.

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    Joanne, we're glad you're liking your upgraded equipment! We appreciate your feedback. Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    After a positive interaction with Vivint, Jeremy increased their star rating on Dec. 7, 2015.

    Updated review: Dec. 7, 2015

    I had problems with my Vivint system. I was locked into a 5 year contract with two years down already. I called and scheduled a technician who responded two weeks later. The panel was replaced but the problem persisted. I complained to no end but was told I couldn't be released from contract. The Vivint legal team finally released me from the contract. I'm truly sorry it didn't work out but I want what I'm paying for and I felt I wasn't getting 100%. Thanks to the legal team at Vivint.

    Original Review: Nov. 24, 2015

    A salesman for home security came to my neighborhood and sold me on protecting my family. Since then I've experience nothing but technical difficulties. My yard was vandalized right in front of my security camera and wasn't recorded. My alarm was triggered accidently and I wasn't notified until 15 minutes later which is a lifetime for burglars to steal. I've called to complain and even had a service tech come (weeks later) and there are still problems, now to include the mobile app. Vivint has locked me into a 5-year contract and refuses to release me. Now I'm stuck. To all persons wanting home security, be warned! All they want is your money.

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    Jeremy, we appreciate you being willing to work with us to get a technician out to your home and allowing us to help resolve your concerns! Thank you for your feedback.

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    Reviewed Nov. 24, 2015

    My experience having Vivint is sometimes a long process but they've been okay. I love the doorbell even though I had to pay for it. It's a great feature. On the other hand, the app on my phone seems to go offline and I have to re- establish it. My daughter has the same problem.

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    Response from Vivint

    Denise, thanks for your feedback. We're glad you're liking the doorbell camera! If you ever need assistance, we're happy to help! Feel free to email customersupport@vivint.com for any assistance. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

    Customer ServiceContract & Terms

    Reviewed Nov. 24, 2015

    I had this system installed in my home about a year ago. About 3 months ago I started having trouble with the door lock. It's a keyed door lock that integrates with the system. I called tech support and we tried everything to fix the door lock and it worked, until the next day. I did this a few times with tech support and suggested they send out a tech. They told me a tech would be available about weeks later (so now I have no security system during this time). I got an automated message that the tech was arriving NOW so I called TS, confused. They told me he would be there the following Monday so I arranged for someone to be there, no tech showed up and when I called again they said he called in sick.

    As of today, 11/24/15, I have another appointment for a tech to show up on 12/15. I have asked for a refund for the (at least) month without security and they refused to even consider it until the problem is resolved and they can give me a full credit. Kinda makes sense but I am so frustrated with their inept handling of this problem. I would like to see some kind of effort on their part to show me they are trying.

    Updated on 12/17/2015: Vivint canceled my service all 10 minutes after the beginning of the appt window. I now have to wait until Christmas Ever at 8 am for a service call. Vivint refuses to let me out of my service contract even though they have NOT provided me with the service agreed upon for at least two months. My next step will be to cancel the credit card payments unless I see some progress on this issue.

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    Reviewed Nov. 24, 2015

    I had the basic stuff, three cameras, the door lock, the temperature control and not too long ago, I just upgraded to the Vivint Sky with the temperature control and the automatic door lock I can control from the smartphone. All of the interactions with their sales representative went the way I wanted them to. However, when the installation team came to my home, it took a little bit of time initially because of my old system. But once the initial stuff was done, anytime I had upgraded or changed, it was quick. Right now, I'm happy with Vivint, it's a good service for me. Whenever I call, I usually don't have any problems. I'm satisfied with them.

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    Response from Vivint

    Gilbert, thanks for your feedback! We're glad that you're liking the system and the features it has to offer. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Nov. 24, 2015

    Our package from Vivint includes Auto-motion, where everything is electronic on my phone and I can control and see everything, and the cameras, door locks, and sensors, fire alarm stuff. The service has been amazing. They’re very good. They have, like every company, their issues, like when I call and they have to read notes and it takes forever and I have to repeat myself but they’re just doing their due diligence and they do a good job.

    The sales reps were pretty efficient also. We usually work them going back and forth in email talking about what I need, then giving me prices and giving me systems with that. The initial person that installed our system was amazing, too. I really like him. He actually came and did my sister’s house as well. He’s very good. I recommend him. He should be up for promotion. I have referred a few people to Vivint - my sister included, my best friend, almost got my firm that I worked out to get them for the office too.

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    Response from Vivint

    Nima, thanks for your feedback! We're so glad you're liking your system, and you're enjoying your experience with us. We appreciate your recommendations! Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Customer ServiceMonitoring

    Reviewed Nov. 23, 2015

    A young man from Vivint came door-to-door selling their home security systems several years ago. I initially bought the service package that covers door alarms for safety reasons. Then, I upgraded some equipment but it didn't work. The new doorbell camera, the phone app, and the website monitoring system doesn't work. They did set up an appointment for someone to come out but every time I call, I get passed around and they never call back. I had a bad experience with them so I'm going to have them remove their equipment and I will go with a different company.

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    Response from Vivint

    Jessica, we appreciate you being billing to work with us to help resolve your concerns, and allow us to set up an appointment to have a technician out to your home! Thank you for your feedback!

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    Customer ServiceContract & Terms

    Reviewed Nov. 23, 2015

    We have Vivint for over 3 years now. It's been good, good products - all worked fine. I called today to renew our contract for 60 months and asked for a doorbell camera and a panel upgrade to run the doorbell camera. They first told me it will be $248 extra for the equipment with a 60 month contract (which we pay $72/month) however, they are giving new customers all the equipment (including doorbell camera, panel, etc) for $99. So I called back to see if they would give us the same deal... Being a loyal customer and only requiring the 2 upgraded items seemed fair. The lady which was a "supervisor" was terribly rude and said that we now have to pay $397?? WTF? Now I have to pay even more for being a loyal customer. They have lost our business.

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    Response from Vivint

    Lee, thanks for your feedback! We don't like to hear that you're upset! We ask that all of our customers, including our new customers, pay the full fee of the doorbell camera ($298), should they choose to have it installed. We appreciate you being a loyal customer, and we're glad you're liking your system. Thank you!

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    Reviewed Nov. 23, 2015

    I should've listened to my gut before I signed up and not doing so has caused me a whole ton of grief! This company has, by far, the worst customer service of any I've ever experienced. They will give you the run around and it seems like there is no continuity between representatives, as I had to restate my story every time I called in. Once they tell you "your issue has been resolved" and you hang up, they don't follow through and you're back on the phone with them the next month.

    MILITARY, PLEASE READ: They may try to lure you in with the claim they will waive the contract for military personnel who are set to PCS/deploy. Don't take the bait. I asked up front, before ever signing a contract, if this was the case. They reassured me I would be let out of my contract once I provided a copy of my PCS orders. I did EVERYTHING they asked and they still continued to charge me after I had been told "everything was in order and my account had been cancelled." The equipment is standard stuff, nothing more special than ADT or Brink's. The installation was very poor and it took two or three different trips by the technician to get everything working properly. This has been a nightmare from the beginning. Hopefully people read this (and the many other) review and steer clear.

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    Response from Vivint

    Michael, thanks for your service! We see that we worked with you to get your account cancelled and everything squared away. We appreciate you being willing to work with us. Thanks!

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    Reviewed Nov. 23, 2015

    I'd recommend Vivint. I first heard about it through a guy that came to my door. The service that I purchased is pretty helpful - I have a doorbell camera.

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    Response from Vivint

    Terry, thanks for the recommendation! The doorbell camera is a great feature, and we hope you're enjoying it. Thanks for your feedback, and for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Customer ServiceContract & Terms

    Reviewed Nov. 23, 2015

    Our daughter who was a total care patient, passed away earlier this year and our circumstances have greatly changed. Not requiring the security anymore, I have asked Vivint to cancel the contract which I thought was a 2 year agreement based on words from the installer/'sales rep' letting me know that the equipment would be mine to own in 2 years from the signing of the contract. This was stated several times. I signed like a fool without reading the contract details and had signed for a 60 month contract. The focus was on the fact that I would own the gear in 2 years. No details of the contract were shared or explained. When speaking with the customer service rep about this, I was informed they do not take responsibility for what the sales reps imply.

    Following my daughter’s death - When we were tying up those troubling loose ends that follow calamity, I thought dealing with a company that purports to be of high ethical standards would make this a simple move. With about 6 months remaining on the contract, so I thought, I expected to pay for the equipment costs that remained. I was informed that I signed a 60 month agreement and there was nothing I could do. Shocked, I then explained that my daughter had recently passed away. He did say he was sorry my daughter had passed but there was nothing they could do. I was quite upset and expressed that in the conversation.

    I was transferred to another individual within the company who again coldly and flatly told me there was nothing they could do and all I could do was repay the remaining $3000.00 plus on the contract to buy it out. I asked to speak to a supervisor. No avail. I asked for contact information of others in the company that I could contact. I was refused any contact or recourse. I was devastated and shocked, appalled! How could a company that I thought held to strict ethics respond so coldly? I am calling these folks out not only for the fact that I am stuck in a contract that is no longer needed but also to the false claim of ethical standards they purport to uphold and their lack of responsibility for what their reps state. It was so harsh and devastating that I remain emotionally affected by their methods.

    Sadly, the leaders and supervisors hide behind a wall of non-empowered phone reps. Since that time I have spoken with them again with the same result. Other concerns with this firm: Equipment quality is very low. I have had all but my motion detector and smoke alarm replaced. The micro-switches in their door units fail. Response - My older son came to the house when no one was present. He forgot the code, was asked what the secret code was and he said he did not know. Following protocol I was contacted but did not get the call as we were in church. Several minutes passed before I noticed that Vivint had called me.

    At that very time my phone rang and it was Vivint trying again to reach me again. I cancelled the alarm. However, what if it were a real burglary? There was ample time for the thief to remove many items but the time I was connected. I would rather pay a false alarm fee than pay a company that does not follow security protocol. I went with Vivint based on ethics, and customer service. I was wrong on both accounts. By their own actions I believe it can be seen that Vivint is not ethical interested in customer focus. I do not expect a resolve from such a firm but this is fair warning to anyone wanting to sign up with Vivint.

    I would suggest you find a truly ethical company with customer focused employees empowered to respond to customer needs. Find a company that has leadership that does not hide behind a wall of younger employees while they enjoy the freedom to go about their day ignorant of what the customers require. By their own actions, based on my experience, in the dance with paper, protocol and people, at Vivint, people are the wall-flower.

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    Response from Vivint

    Burt, we are sorry to hear about your daughter. We want to keep all of our customers properly informed. In order to do so, we perform a pre and post-installation survey that goes over the length and term of your agreement. A copy of your agreement, with the agreement length listed at the top is also provided. Should you need to cancel early, we typically ask that the customer find someone to takeover their agreement, or that they buyout the remainder of the agreement. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Nov. 23, 2015

    We had service from APX before it became Vivint and got wireless sensors on all of our windows and we also have a doorbell camera. When we talked to their sales reps, they've been cooperative and cordial. Overall, Vivint's service has been very good.

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    Response from Vivint

    Ronald, we appreciate your feedback! We're glad you're liking your experience with us so far. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Nov. 23, 2015

    I got my security system, thermostat, overhead camera, light switches from Vivint two years ago. They offered this package cheaper than what I had with ADT. So far, it's been excellent.

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    Response from Vivint

    Dwayne, thanks for your feedback! We're so glad that you're liking your system, and find that the package is affordable and suits your needs. Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Nov. 22, 2015

    We’ve been with Vivint since they first entered the Dallas market. We kind of grown with them throughout the years. We’ve got all our windows, doors, carbon monoxide, window break - we’ve got everything from them. Basically, it was to upgrade our old system, which was hardwired, and we had a fully functioning system. What I don't like about them is that their sales representative suck. The sales department needs a huge overhaul. Our contract was set for renewal in August and they were supposed to call back a month later, they never did. So I was going to go with AT&T but I wasn’t thrilled with them. But there are a lot of other private contractors out there.

    I know Vivint got a lot features and a few other things like the doorbell camera. I had emailed them two years ago about that, connecting it to the phone, and never heard back from anybody. That was a real pain. I could’ve saved money by going with a private contractor but the installer Mark is the only one who saved the sale. He’s really good, really fast, knows what he’s doing. Even at that, after calling in and talking to the supervisor and making sure that all our older contract features were in place, because we’ve got unlimited service calls and that when we upgrade the other panel, that we will get those because the ones I have now - the security panels, when I enter the door, they don’t give me a caution light, or armed light.

    Another thing is we’re in the back in the master bedroom and we can’t tell if we hear something. And this idiot on the phone is like, “Oh well, you can hear it.” The problem is we have a very large house and no, we cannot hear it. And right now, even though we’ve got the module, it’s on one wing of the house. We can’t hear the doorbell on the other wing of the house.

    They said they were kind of working on integrating the older panels. So right now, the keypad by the front door is operational, but then I’ve got two panels that were just on hold, waiting. But then I get emails from Vivint that they're working on lawn care systems and it’s like they need to focus on getting their primary product up and it’s not there yet. I do love Vivint. One thing that they do have going is they have excellent customer service, and they have some excellent service contractors but the length of time to get service has really gotten long especially in the Texas area.

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    Customer ServiceInstallation & Setup

    Reviewed Nov. 22, 2015

    Vivint installed everything on my home and I didn't pay for anything. However I had a few problems with them. We don't have good cell phone reception and I was paying for something that I couldn't use for months so they changed my panel to have better reception. The first sales rep I had was amazing. He could sell whatever. He was really good, kind and he wasn't pushing at all. The installation team came late at night and it took about an hour to install almost everything -- they were fast. The only thing that I had trouble with Vivint is they were telling me, "We're going to send you a guy" and that guy never show up couple times. But the last guy who came to install my doorbell and my panel was great especially with moving appointments. I'm very happy with Vivint.

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    Response from Vivint

    Alejandra, we appreciate your feedback. We're so glad that you have been enjoying your system, and we appreciate you being willing to work with us to always resolve your concerns. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

    Installation & SetupContract & TermsTech

    Reviewed Nov. 22, 2015

    We did a take over on a contract that a person had when we moved into a home. Employment requirements resulted in a relocation a year later. The only way they would support relocating is if we started a new 5 YEAR contract with them. WHAT! I can understand a moving fees, installation fees but to renew a contract for an additional 5 years on top of what we had left of the previous take-over contract is criminal. Who knows what will happen in 5 years, yet alone 1? We are still stuck paying for the takeover contract that the new owners from the house we just sold chose not to take. Problem is we are able to set the alarm, change their temperatures, lock their doors, and if they choose to plug in their cameras, we will be able to view what it is set up to view.

    I wouldn't want strangers to have that access to our home. Guess they figure it is okay. The technology is good. People are generally nice when one is investing in their products/services. I would avoid any company that would require LONG contracts for their continual services. We would have continued with Vivint until they refused to do anything unless we agreed to an additional 5 years. Well, so long for keeping them for a few decades. We will go with other companies that provide the same securities without the unreasonable contract added to relocation events. They are an unethical company and I lost all respect for this company and every time I see their sign I feel bad for those people.

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    Reviewed Nov. 21, 2015

    I first heard about Vivint through my neighbor a long time ago and bought the package that includes doorbell, glass break, flood, and fire - I needed those for added security. Their sales reps have all been good and their installation team was excellent.

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    Andrea, thanks for your feedback! We're glad you're liking your system so far, and that you enjoyed your experience with our representatives. Thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Nov. 21, 2015

    I had been working out of town and My wife and children were home, without me. In steps a Vivint rep to help. The 24-month contract was signed and the goods were installed. Within weeks, the system failed. It took Vivint a few months to fix. Within a week, it failed again. A few more months before a service rep shows up to not fix the system completely. He promised to return, a few months later, we called and there was no record of any need to fix. A few months later, a rep shows up. System fails within a few days after. Since, we have moved out of the house. Most of the time we lived there, the family was either locked out of the house or sleeping in an unlocked house, afraid that locking the front door would lock them out for good.

    Now, we discover that our 24-month contract magically turned into 36 months. It could be a great system, if it worked and they could keep it working. So, unless we can find a class action lawsuit that we can join, we will pay for the service, not get any service, and continue to be extremely disappointed that our country has degraded into meaningless contracts and actions by credit collection agencies, without regard to the service promised.

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    Customer ServiceInstallation & Setup

    Reviewed Nov. 21, 2015

    I had APX installed first then Vivint took over. They followed up and then recently they contacted me to update the service. I haven't had any problems with Vivint so far. I've been quite happy with it and it works fine. I have the service package that includes the door lock, cameras, window break and control on all my doors. I have the medi-alert necklace as well. I live alone so I decided on all those features. Their sales reps and installation team have been good too. They've been very thorough, courteous and informative. If I have questions, they answer to my satisfaction. With Vivint, I feel secure.

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    Response from Vivint

    Theresa, we're so glad you're liking your system and all of the features it has to offer. We appreciate you being a loyal customer! Thank you for your feedback, and thank you for choosing Vivint to protect you and your home.

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    Reviewed Nov. 21, 2015

    We originally purchased the touchscreen panel, smoke detector, glass break, door lock, and the window and door sensors from Vivint. And then we recently added the doorbell camera. We needed these features for security and we've been very satisfied with the service. The sales reps were very helpful and everyone's gone above and beyond the call of duty. On the other hand, the installation team was very polite and if there was ever any issue, they quickly took care of it.

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    Response from Vivint

    Matthew, thanks for your feedback! We're glad that you're liking your system, and that you're enjoying your experience with us. The doorbell camera is an amazing feature to have! Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Nov. 21, 2015

    We have been satisfied Vivint customers for over three years. We recently built a new home and called to transfer our service. When speaking to the "Move" department on two separate occasions, I couldn't get definitive answers on which components of the system I needed to remove and take with me. I shrugged it off, and took everything I thought I would need. When we moved and called to schedule our new install, their first appointment was 2 1/2 weeks out. They came out two weeks later and said that since we wanted to use the wired window and door sensors we had installed during the building of the house, there were some items that needed to be fixed.

    Frustrated, but fair enough. We rescheduled our next appointment before the tech left. Two weeks later, I took the day off work for my 11-2 appt. I thought it was 11-1, so @ 1:15 I call. Support advises me it is 11-2. OK. 2:30 comes, no tech. I call support. They assure me it is still on schedule. "The tech is probably held up on previous appointment. Do you still want to keep it." I told them yes. 4:30 - no tech. I call support again. She tells me my appointment is 2-4. I tell her it must have been changed. She says it looks like it was and offers to call assigned tech. She says the tech never received assignment. She offers to try to get the tech out that night. I tell her that is why I took the day off work.

    She offers to schedule for next day, Saturday, if she can. What time would work for me? First thing I said. I didn't want to wait around all day. They couldn't schedule appointment. I tell them to cancel my service and refund the last two months they have charged me for while my service was on hold. They said they'll credit my three remaining months on contract, that is all. Awful customer service.

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    Response from Vivint

    Kyle, we appreciate you working with us to resolve your concerns! We're glad that we could get your account straightened out, and refund the months that you were charged. Thank you for your feedback.

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    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupContract & Terms

    Reviewed Nov. 20, 2015

    Since day one of having this system originally installed back in July 2015 the actual install wasn't completed until 2 months later and the system still does not work correctly. I'm glad I never agreed to giving them my bank info. because I explained to customer service that until my install was complete I would not pay the install fee. I've been promised credits but that's a joke. I have asked that they come remove this system out of my home and they refuse saying that I am under contract for 5 years.

    How can you expect me to pay on something that keeps breaking down and not working properly. I have complained and complained and still to no avail. I am being harassed for a past due bill. This company is incompetent and if they come knocking at your door to sell you this horrible equipment slam the door on them quickly. DON'T DO IT! All they care about is signing you up but don't care once the system is in and you've signed on the dotted line. I'm in the process of taking them to small claims court because I no longer want the system and they will not remove it.

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    Response from Vivint

    Michelle, we can try shipping you another lamp module to plug in between the back door and the panel. The lamp module actually acts as a repeater to boost the signal to the sensors. We can also ship you a new sensor to see if this resolves the issue. Would this be something you would be willing to try?

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    Reviewed Nov. 20, 2015

    We got the doorbell camera alert from Vivint as well as "armed", "away armed", and "stay" with all entrances and exits of our building. We also have the one for smoke and fire, and the mobile app so that we can access the system through our phones. We're relatively satisfied so far with all their services. Their installation team was really good the first time and when something broke with the system, the guy who came to fix it was wonderful.

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    Response from Vivint

    Brett, thanks for your feedback! We appreciate you being willing to work with us to get your system working, and we're glad you're enjoying your experience with us so far. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Nov. 20, 2015

    I love the benefit I'm getting for Vivint's services. My mother lives with me and she has the live alert service because of her handicaps where she gets help coming in and out of the house. I like the ability to know and control who's coming in and out of the house from my phone. We don't have to keep the door open or not having to trust people with access to our house on a full time basis. The reps and installers were personable and knowledgeable. The Vivint guy had to add an additional router to get into the system. He was very confident. When he figured out that there was an issue, he figured out a work around and cleaned up his mess. Now I feel safer going to work and leaving my mom at home.

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    Response from Vivint

    Gina, thank you for your feedback! We're glad you're enjoying your system, and that you had a pleasant experience with our representatives. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

    Reviewed Nov. 20, 2015

    Had a sensor fail on a window on my alarm system. If I paid for service call, they could have someone out with a sensor right away but equipment is under warranty so I shouldn't have to pay to get it fixed. Only other solution is they mail where it will take 7-10 business days. Ridiculous for a security company!! Service people can't just drop new sensor in my mailbox - no. So they are fine that my "secure" house goes without for 7-10 days due to their equipment failure - with no other solution!!

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    Response from Vivint

    Pat, thank you for your feedback. We ask that all customers pay a service copay if outside of the warranty period. You can view more information on this policy here: http://support.vivint.com/how-to/warranty-service-plan

    It looks like your sensor was sent and it should reach you, soon! Thanks!

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    Reviewed Nov. 20, 2015

    I had ADT and I was not happy with them so I was looking for an alternative and found out about Vivint in a Tampa Home Show. I got the burglar alarm and smoke detector. Their installation team blew out the transformer, but they were very responsive and fixed it very quickly so I was happy with that.

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    Response from Vivint

    Collin, thanks for the feedback! We're glad you're liking your system, and we appreciate you being willing to work with us to resolve your concerns. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

    Customer ServiceMonitoringTech

    Reviewed Nov. 20, 2015

    I have had this service for the last 9 years. Since the beginning we have had issues with our patio doors. We have called numerous times and have had their techs try to tell us how to fix it by phone. Finally 5 years ago we just simply quit using the system but continued paying the monitoring. Because of the issue with the doors, the control panel would beep all during the night. After many sleepless night, we actually cut the wire to the panel so the panel no longer would have power. That was 15 months ago. Finally I decided that I had wasted money long enough and called to cancel my service. I could not remember the passcode because it had been 5 years since I had used it. They would not allow me to cancel until they could mail me the passcode.

    We received the passcode and called to cancel. This time I was told I would have to send an email in order to get it cancel, which I did. Two days later, I received an email receipt failure saying that the email address would not accept my request. I called and was given a fax number. I fax the cancellation again and received a confirmation and assumed it had been canceled. Wrong again. Once again I have been charged for the second month the $39.99 monthly charge. So basically, I have WASTED $2400 dollars and the bleeding continues. This company has the worst customer service I have ever seen. There are many good companies out there. Please do no waste your time or money on this one!!

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    Response from Vivint

    Billy, we do require that you be verified in order to make any changes to the account. This allows us to protect your home, and information. Thank you for your feedback!

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    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Nov. 19, 2015

    The Vivint sales rep I've had a long time ago was awesome. Usually, I tell people who come out to my door "Get the hell out of my place". But for this guy, I was "Hey okay, I'll listen." The installation team was also very good. I'm very happy with Vivint.

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    Response from Vivint

    Edmund, thanks for your feedback! We appreciate you taking the time to speak with our representative, and we're glad you enjoyed your experience. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Tech

    Reviewed Nov. 19, 2015

    I've had Vivint for five years now and so far, I'm satisfied with their services. I got their package with the special locks and the thermostat because I like to control the AC. Their sales rep was also good and the installers were prompt and on time.

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    Response from Vivint

    Franklin, thanks for being a loyal customer! We're glad you're liking your door locks and thermostats, those are great features to have! We appreciate your feedback, and thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Reviewed Nov. 18, 2015

    I've had Vivint for years for the extra security blanket. My daughter had it in Murfreesboro too when she was in college. I got their package with the camera security, windows and doors. I contacted their sales rep via chat most of the time, but it's been good. Overall, I'd recommend them.

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    Response from Vivint

    Connie, thanks for your feedback! We're glad you're liking your system and the features that it has to offer. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family.

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    Reviewed Nov. 18, 2015

    I had Vivint to come and install a alarm system in my home and I have had nothing but problems ever since. Let's start with the first thing. My first payment was not drafted out correctly and I had no idea that the payment didn't process because until I was notified by 3 of the same letter 2 weeks later they tried to draft my account using another name besides mine. Then within 4 weeks I got a message on the panel saying the battery in one of my sensors needed to be replaced. Come to find out they never installed new sensors. They used the old ones from the old company I had. Just last night another sensor alarm went off and battery needed to be replaced.

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    Lula, sometimes we use existing sensors to offer more points of protection in the home. However, at the time of installation, they can be switched out for Vivint equipment if requested. If you're experiencing issues with the existing sensors, we're happy to help you get them replaced!

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    Reviewed Nov. 18, 2015

    When Vivint was first starting in this area, I happen to have gotten in contact with one of their representatives and I liked their idea very much. I got their package with two cameras, every door and window, and the garage. I also have their emergency system - it's a complete package. I chose all these features due to my health condition. To date, I have total satisfaction over their services. Any time I've had to call them or request for anything from them, they have always been extremely kind and courteous.

    The only thing is I was was not informed at the get-go by the technician who first came to install the system about the wireless features. I found out about it after a few years when I had a problem with the system and a different technician came over. He pointed out that these sort of things should have been asked and installed by the first tech who came. If so, I could have had a more satisfying product as I have now from the very beginning. But other than that, I'm very proud of my Vivint.

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    Angel, we're so glad you're liking your system! Thank you for always being willing to work with us to resolve your concerns. We appreciate your feedback, and thank you for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Nov. 18, 2015

    We have the basic, smoke, window and a high water alarms, and three cameras from Vivint. I am 100% satisfied so far. The most important thing I find is when I call them, it's not even a minute when someone's talking to me. Their customer service is really fast. Initially, there's a bit of a learning curve and I'm sure I annoyed them quite a bit trying to figure this thing out. But we got it pretty aced now so we deal with it. They deal with issues, and if there's somebody that has something they're not familiar with, the reps will hand them off to someone to solve the problem. They're an awesome, outstanding company and we’re very happy.

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    John, we appreciate your feedback! We're so happy to hear that you're liking your system, and that we're able to answer any questions you have. Thanks for choosing Vivint to protect your home and family!

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    Reviewed Nov. 17, 2015

    I had a Vivint system installed in my home that only worked for a couple of months over the entire contract. Modem issues, alarm panel problems, sensor problems, and network issues are the way this company does business. When I reported problems with my alarm, the company blamed me for not notifying them soon enough - awful cheeky of me to leave my home instead of sitting around watching their shoddy equipment. I cancelled my account over 2 months ago, and I am still getting billed every month despite being assured each time that "this is the last month."

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    Brian, thank you for your feedback. It looks like we have cancelled your account, and we have refunded your last payment. We appreciate you working with us to resolve your concerns.

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    Reviewed Nov. 16, 2015

    So, I bought a house back in July, it's now November. I never got the code because the homeowner had a falling out with their realtor. As I was playing around today to see if there's something I can do, I accidentally set the alarm. With no code, I hurry up and call Vivint. They were glad to help me out, but I had to sign up for their service and they couldn't do anything because I'm not a paying customer.

    But wait, they did teach me something. How to disarm the system in under 30 seconds. Now with that training, I can walk into any house that is protected by Vivint and break in, silence the alarm before it even goes off, and have my way with the house. If an amateur can figure how to do this in 30 seconds, what will a professional thief do to your house?

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    Response from Vivint

    Andrew, thank you for your feedback. We don't like to hear that you're frustrated. Unfortunately, without being verified, we are unable to assist you in shutting off the alarm. We want to protect our consumers, their homes, and their account. In order to do so, we require a verbal passcode during alarm events, troubleshooting, or when changes are made to the account. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Nov. 16, 2015

    Vivint installed a security system in a rental property of mine without my knowledge or consent. Vivint did nothing to properly verify that the tenants were not actually the homeowners as their so called policy requires. They obviously did not ask to see a tax assessment, mortgage statement, certificate of title or anything like that would quickly confirm who owned the property.

    Regardless, when the tenants moved out of my property in the spring of 2015, they called and cancelled their contract with Vivint (Vivint confirmed this). On November 09, 2015, our new tenants inadvertently set off the smoke detector while cooking supper and to their surprise the fire department was notified and were dispatched to the house. We later discovered that Vivint had neglected to actually deactivate the system entirely when instructed to do.

    We called Vivint and told them that we needed to shut off the incessant, loud beeping noise coming from the control box, and they told us that they could not help us as we were not on the account. We explained to them that we were not in contact with the previous tenants any longer and did not expect any cooperation from them anyway, as they had vacated the property after virtually trashing. We were not on speaking terms with them.

    We reminded Vivint that the security system was installed without our authorization and any contracts signed by unauthorized people are not binding. We offered to immediately send them evidence that we owned the property. They refused to help. We then asked them why, if the (unlawful) contract had been cancelled by the previous tenants months ago, did they need the previous tenants permission to switch off the system. Not only was this contract invalid, but it had also expired months ago!

    Although they admitted that the system should not have been installed without the homeowners. They also admitted that the alarm should have been deactivated months ago, but they still did not want to help us. Despite all this verifiable new information that had now been brought forward to them; despite all the fault that they admitted, they said that they were not going to show us how to stop the noise. They told us that if we wanted to stop the beeping we would have to rip the system off the wall! We wasted two hours of our time trying to reason with them, to no avail.

    In my opinion, these guys are not a professional security company as they claim to be. They are a gang of unscrupulous sales thugs who will do anything to sell you a system (we've dealt with one of their smooth-talking door to door salesman who came to our personal residence in the past). Not only are they incompetent and unethical, they also operate a pathetic and sub-standard customer service department (I'm talking about you, Riley). Apparently I'm not the only one that thinks this of them. I looked them up on the Better Business Bureau site and found out that there have literally hundreds of complaints filed against them.

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    Response from Vivint

    Karim, thank you for your feedback! We don't like to hear that you are frustrated. Any time an account is set up and has a verbal passcode, whether the account is active or not, we are unable to assist a caller unless they have the verbal passcode. This is to ensure the protection of the account holder, and their information. We appreciate your bringing this situation to our attention so we can look into possible improving our processes. Thanks!

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    Reviewed Nov. 15, 2015

    5 year contract and had challenges from the start. Camera was very inconsistent along with light timer. Also, sensors for garage door that they drilled into door never worked. I've been bypassing this door in order to have the house alarm set. Essentially, with dog being in house and needing using 'stay' in setting alarm - my house was never protected? Every time I called for service I was charged 30 plus dollars to fix these items. You eventually just learn to live with it despite paying high monthly rate.

    I've been double charged multiple times on my bills so had to keep very close eye on it. They are quick to debit your account but are slow to mail you back your money by cheque? My tipping point is when back door swung open with the wind. Agreed to have security company go to house so I don't have to leave work only to come home to find back door still wide open with a note confirming wind opened door. I was charged for the service and was told that it is not security guard's job to close the door? What's the point of having alarm company?

    Vivint is great at sales & signing you up. Customer Service people are nice and care about their jobs but it would seem that too much is out of their hands to really help customers. Overall, very poor experience and just glad to be finishing my contract in which they make it very difficult to do. Regardless... I'm happy to switch to a new provider & would recommend anyone signing up for Vivint to think twice & do your research.

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    Response from Vivint

    Thanks for your feedback! We look forward to getting a technician out to your home to assist you with the issues you have been having with your system. To clarify, Vivint is only responsible to dispatch authorities and emergency personnel. While we may request that the close your door, their policy may be that they leave everything as is. Vivint will always dispatch when necessary, or requested. Thank you.

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    After a positive interaction with Vivint, Nathan increased their star rating on Nov. 15, 2015.

    Updated review: Nov. 15, 2015

    Money refunded. THANK YOU!

    Original Review: Nov. 12, 2015

    My home was burglarized on the 15th of October and put me at rock bottom financially. A neighbor referred me to Vivint, and after a couple days/nights of fear and no sleep, I called in to sign up for their service. Within 24 hours, my landlords informed me that they were not OK with the installation. I called Vivint, cancelled the installation, and was told my money would be refunded within 3-5 business days. It's now mid-November and my 64.99 has still not been refunded. I called back and was reassured that my refund was "in progress". We'll see where this goes. My only advice to you, is do NOT give them your card info! Very unethical!

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    Response from Vivint

    Nathan, thank you for your feedback. It looks like your refund was sent to your card on November 9th. Credit Card refunds typically take 3-5 business days, and you should receive the funds on Monday at the latest. Thank you for your patience!

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    Reviewed Nov. 11, 2015

    Needed outside cameras installed ASAP. Called Vivint, explained we needed outside cameras and why. Wrong items came with tech, ruined my screens and STILL fighting for my $$ a month later! Supervisors are never avail and kids run the show!

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    Response from Vivint

    Thank you for your feedback. Since the cameras were not originally ordered during installation, we would need to add you to our wait list to have them installed. We appreciate your interest in our newest products.

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    Reviewed Nov. 10, 2015

    Unfortunately, I got talked into a three-year contract with the home alarm systems. My gut was telling me one year but they told me they did not do contracts. Thank God I didn't go for the 5 year contract. I sent in a fax 30 days before cancelling my intention on my contract. Normally after the contract ends you would expect for them not to continue to bill you. They continued to bill me for 3 more months.

    When I contacted customer service and told them that I had sent in a fax 30 days before indicating that my contract would be done and I intended not to continue with their services. The answer I got was that there was a holiday and that my fax has been received two days after the 30 days. That meant that they did not get it 30 days so they did not cancel the contract and continued to bill me.

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    Response from Vivint

    Diana, thank you for your feedback. We're sad to see you go! We do ask for a 30 day written notice of cancellation. Once the document has been attached, you will need to place a follow up call to our Customer Loyalty department who will submit your account for cancellation. Your account will be cancelled 30 days after your document was attached. If we receive a document on a holiday, or weekend, we will still date the document for the day that it was received. Thanks!

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    Reviewed Nov. 10, 2015

    I had a sales rep come to my home and state if I put a sign in my yard the equipment would be free and I would have to pay the install along with first month of monitoring. He stated this contract could be turned over to the new tenant's name when I moved. He had a man show up to my house for the install within an hour. During install, to my surprise the tech cut a hole in my wall to run the plug wire down to the outlet below and then cover it with the security panel and then he plugged it in below. After he left, I realized he wired my system to the thermostat backwards and when the heat was on it was running my air conditioning.

    Also, a month later they did an electronic debit from my checking account for the initial payment which I gave them a check of $167.19. They electronically ran the payment for $236.18. When I called they could not tell me why and would check and call back. I called numerous times regarding this incident and told them I wanted my check back and service cancelled due to their actions and fraud for taking more than authorized. No one ever called back and they kept billing me.

    Then there was a fictitious debit card number on my account for automatic debits and when it wouldn't go through they kept charging me $18.00 in fees.

    I have also requested repairs within 30 days due to error codes on my door lock and on the lighting system and was told they were not covered by warranties. I would have to pay for service calls. I could never get this corrected. Now my landlord states they had no right to install without his permission. They are charging me $1900 and some dollars for the term of the contract and will not cancel because of a null and void contract due to not acquiring permission from the homeowner. Can anyone help me with this matter?

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    Reviewed Nov. 9, 2015

    I signed up with Vivint from a door to door salesman. I had heard good things from neighbors with security systems (not Vivint), as we were in a higher crime town and break-ins were an issue. I was happy with them in the beginning, but I was pretty sure I would be moving within two years, and the salesman told me VERY SPECIFICALLY that if I moved I would be able to easily call and cancel the service without issue.

    When I moved I called to cancel the service and they would not let me cancel. I explained that the salesman had told me that it would not be an issue. They told me I was misinformed and this was not the case. Their other options (move the service to my new residence or transfer the account to another person) were not options I wanted to take - Did not want a system in my new house and I did not want to transfer this to someone else after the way they had lied to me, so I am forced to pay $70 monthly for over two years for a service that I don't have. So frustrating.

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    Reviewed Nov. 8, 2015

    One of the WORST security systems EVER! Signed up in August 2015 (3 yr contract ugh) thinking doorbell camera and medical alert would be perfect for 2 Senior Citizens. Boy was I wrong! Doorbell camera works 1% of time. Vivint repair turn time is usually over 2 weeks. And the worst part is that they can't seem to get the darn doorbell camera to work. Horrible service! You call them and all you get is lip service... They cannot support or repair their system. Biggest mistake ever!! Please. Don't get this system, you will regret it!

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    Reviewed Nov. 8, 2015

    So excited to have found a security system with glass breakage. Sold over the phone by a knowledgeable salesman. Techs came out to install. Never told me that batteries had to be installed in the devices and that they would be difficult to replace. Also, I was told that the monitoring would be less costly after the three year contract for equipment was done. WRONG! It is even a few dollars more each month for the security system. After I renewed the contract for the next three years, Vivint changed the computer system on their end. Now, I have been in customer service and data entry for many years, it is customary to transfer all information so that the client does not get an interruption in service. AGAIN WRONG!

    My info was not transferred and I started to receive monthly bills, not happy about that at all. Tried to change the batteries after my alarm was going off at all hours. The door alarm could not be opened as the techs did not install correctly. First it was constantly disengaging from the door as the adhesive was not strong enough. So, I used Gorilla Glue and that did it. Now, when I was told how easy it was to open the compartment to replace the battery, the whole thing fall off the door yet again. The device fell apart and all the customer service gal said was, "UM". Another door piece will be sent to me and a sticky tape will be included which will probably not be sufficient!

    To top things off, back when the service was on for about two years, I was asked if any of my contact people would want the service. My response was that they did not wish to be disturbed and they were still called. Both of the parties were very upset that they thought I gave permission to call my relatives. This is such poor service. Never recommending them and I will be cancelling as soon as my contract is up!

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    Reviewed Nov. 7, 2015

    System hasn't worked right since inception. Call, complain.. deaf ears. Tonight I missed an important business meeting because twice alarm went off as I got on highway. Both false alarms. Dogs are frantic with the sirens, etc. Try to call Vivint (missed call) about alarm and was on hold until I reached my house from the highway. Call customer service again and they say someone will call you to see what's wrong. I ask "Tonight?" I'm told "99% NO." I'm furious and tell rep Vivint is in violation of said contract. Rep says if I cancel, expect to be sued. I ask for supervisor who repeats same threat. I missed a business meeting. To threaten a customer is the real reflection of the business. Providing the service I pay for should be. Next complaint is Attorney General's Office of ConsumerAffairs. They want a contract so you can't fire them when they demonstrate their equip don't work and they don't care

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    Reviewed Nov. 6, 2015

    I've been a customer with Vivint since before Vivint was started...used to be alarm.com. Now a couple of years back I received a call telling me that the contract needed to be re-new. I was working at that time so I renewed. Today after 8 months unemployed I called trying to get a break and I was told that there's nothing they can do for me, I will have to pay regardless. I mentioned losing my home and they told me that even if I lost the house I would have to pay. Really? They are not there for the customer, they are for the money. So regardless of whatever your situation is, be ready to pay Vivint. Security of your money is their main concern. They get you in a long contract without you even knowing it. Stay away from this people! I will get a credit card and pay the cancellation fee... $764.00, basically 18 months payments and they will cancel my account... Something else they did not tell me when I signed up for the service.

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    Efrain, thank you for being a loyal customer! We appreciate you sharing your feedback. We do ask that if customers need to cancel before the end of their agreement, that they find someone to takeover the agreement for them, or they buy out the remaining months of the rest of the contract. We can review the account for extenuating circumstances. We appreciate you being willing to work with us. Thanks!

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    Reviewed Nov. 4, 2015

    When I was talking with Vivint about getting a wireless system I was highly impressed, so I call my current company to cancel my service with them. Of course they tried to keep me but implanted some questions I needed to ask Vivint. When I called Vivint customer care this young lady couldn't answer how many security monitoring sites there were, or if they were affiliated with BBB. So being concerned that they may not protect my home like they promised, I canceled. They had deducted 49.99 from my bank account and I was told that I would get my money back within 3 to 5 business days. It has been WEEKS and I can't seem to get my money back. Now I'm contacting the BBB.

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    Reviewed Nov. 3, 2015

    OMG, I can't believe all these complaints. I am having same issues with their customer service, quality of cameras, overbilling, telling me I could get out of ADT, and system downtime. I wish I would have read all this before. Would have never switched. The camera system was sold to me to help protect me from any future theft from my porch or garage. A year and half later a tech finally told me this was an inside camera system. I told them I wanted outside protection that I live a loan and have no issues with myself. They said I would need a new panel for $899, I needed 3 new outside cameras for $499 each, and would need to sign up for an additional 60 months. Can you say bait and switch. I also asked to get out of contract. They said for $1247 I could get out of it. I don't recommend these guys to ANYONE. They have the worst customer service, a terrible product, and just a bad company all around.

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    Reviewed Nov. 1, 2015

    Was looking to get a more "state of the art" security for my home but was also aware that I may be selling that home when I started shopping for a new service. Upon talking to the sales rep at Vivint, he assured me of 2 things: Even if I sold my house in the first year of my contract I could put the account on hold (i.e., not be charged) should I end up renting a place (I was thinking about building a new home) before moving into my new home. I could leave the equipment at my old home (including the alarm panel) if I ended up moving.

    Well a few months passed and my wife and I decided to build the new home and put our old one on the market. When the old home had a contract I contacted Vivint to suspend service. When I did so I was told that neither of the above claims were true. Vivint records all calls from their sales group so I requested that my call be reviewed. I had the date of the call and the name of the agent that I spoke to when I signed up for the service.

    Since I had been so specific on my questions around the potential of moving I was certain that Vivint QC would have reviewed the call and discovered that their agent had given me false information. I waited a number of days and followed up on my case. Nothing has happened. I asked to speak to someone who could escalate my issue and was transferred from one department to the next. Nobody was able to help. A couple of agents that I spoke to expressed frustration in their inability to do anything of substance regarding my issue. They acknowledged that they had little to no authority to change anything.

    When I did get around to talking to their "move" department, I found out that they wanted me to take the panel off my wall to take to my new home. I told them that I didn't want to do that as it would leave a hole in my wall (I left it at the old house so know I have to pay $249 for a new one). In addition, I was going to continue to get charged for the service for the 3 months that I was going to be living in an apartment while I waited for my new home to be completed (over $200 of charges).

    As for the product itself, I can't say that I was impressed with it. My panel constantly lost contact with their monitoring service. The system operates on a low grade cellular connection so dependent on where you live, you may not have consistent service. The video cameras they offered with the service are nothing more than glorified baby monitors. They require a power connection and cannot be mounted in a way that isn't an eyesore. I had also opted for their HVAC controls as the ones I had in the old house were almost 10 years old. Big mistake... Controlling the temperature in my home became a chore once I had their equipment. Perhaps the only good marks I can give Vivint is with the friendliness of their install personnel. They were prompt, communicative and helpful. As for the rest, low marks at best; product, customer service, and sales are horrible.

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    Reviewed Nov. 1, 2015

    I'd just like to receive feedback on how to properly file a lawsuit on Vivint. I have been a loyal customer. Even though I am unhappy with the service I continue to make payments. But I've had enough of their lack of responses. I have filed the complaint 3 times and all they say is they will give me a call back and they never do. This company owes me money and I want it back!

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    Reviewed Oct. 30, 2015

    APX, later Vivint, made the rounds of neighborhood after nearby home invasion (later found to be an inside job through open window). I bought the service and the equipment was installed. Supposedly there was a camera focused on a window, door alarms with voice indicator, and a box to call police or fire. It tested OK the first month, then only the door indicator worked. The supposed camera is a 2"x1" plastic box with an LED light (red). I realized this was a scam, then read the fine print that this was a "sixty-month" contract. I never sign 5-year contracts because circumstances change and equipment gets outdated. However, I paid for five years though kept calling Vivint to say I would not continue the service. I fulfilled the contract, then quit paying. Vivint sent it to collections for $550 and is still harassing me.

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    Reviewed Oct. 29, 2015

    I feel that I need to write this review for people to see and don't do business with the wrong company. I had so many issue and mistakes done by Vivint company and every time I call I feel like all what they want to do put in contract after my expires and no longer can control me. They took $300.00 out my account after they told me I have 4 month credit with them because the alarm wasn't working for 4 month and I was paying $39.99 a month so I called them on that so they say sorry and send a check for the money they took out my bank account even I have credit card on file for payment not my bank account.

    Anyway I finally get a tech to come to my house check everything and I buy a few things from the tech and we agree no contract still stand and $39.99 a month but till today they still charge my credit card $57.99 a month and I called to fix this issue so many times and they just never fix it so I cancelled on them and now they try to say I'm in contract somehow not sure how. So this what you call thieves laying and no customer service. All what they care about is contract and money and they will do anything and tell you anything to put in contract. They don't care about you or are your family safety or if the alarm working or not. Sam.

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    Samer, we have updated your monthly rate to the correct amount of $39.99. Please let us know if you need anything else. Thank you for your feedback.

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    Reviewed Oct. 27, 2015

    First off, Vivint is the worst company I have ever dealt with. I have called these clowns 4 times now in the past 2 months to have them come fix my 5-year-old system that is malfunctioning. They want me to troubleshoot. What do I look like a security tech? Oh, by the way the troubleshooting takes a good hour of taking the system off the wall, pulling battery packs out, popping sensors. I plead with them to please come fix my system. They have the nerve to try and charge me for this service. It's not the money it's the principle of it all. You have a service to protect and that is not what you do at all.

    To top it all the system beeps at all hours and the only way to make it stop is to get up and go to the system panel. With that said, I now feel my family is not safe while I travel so I have made the decision to unplug the system, pay monthly until 9/2017 and now I will have ADT coming to install a new system. Vivint you should be ashamed of yourselves. I would encourage anyone to not use these guys for your family's safety because they don't care about you and your family. Vivint you know who I am and if you would like to resolve this issue please contact me.

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    Reviewed Oct. 26, 2015

    I had to move to another house due to my job situation and I was happy to transfer Vivint services at new house I was leasing. Unfortunately owner of house wouldn't let me use Vivint. I tried to explain to them that I can't use their services but still they are going to charge me monthly for two years because of "Verbal Contract". That's unfair because I have no control over this and I helped them get referrals and everything!

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    Reviewed Oct. 23, 2015

    A sales rep from Vivint home security came to our house to sales us the security system. We told him that we already had a system from Vector home security and he began telling us how much better service his company had. He also told us that Vivint would pay the balance of what we owed on our current system. After agreeing to purchase his system we were notified that we still owed Vector for the balance of our contract of the remaining 3 years. I called Vivint about this matter and was told that this matter would be reviewed. That was 2 months ago and they will not respond back to me after sending several messages. I tried calling and all they would say is that the matter is still under review. I also called Vector Home Security and they told me that it was illegal for a company to remove another company's equipment while it was still under contract. If I don't pay the 3 months I now owe they will turn this over to a collection agency.

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    Reviewed Oct. 21, 2015

    A company with an ethical standard does not: bully people into signing 5-year contract, lying about the crime in the neighborhood; lie when asked verbal questions about the contract or hidden costs; warranty the product for 1 year, then charge to fix malfunctioning equipment. An ethical company would offer a way to get out of a contract early under special circumstances. I am hoping you are an ethical company and will allow me to terminate my contract early, with no fee or minimal fee involved.

    I can't justify having a service that I do not need, or one that continues to not work properly. I have not used the system since November 2014. Because the few times since installation I did use it, something malfunctioned (even when a technician was here, the police showed up). The next time I will have to pay the police for too many false alarms. The $52.07 per month for a service I do not use is a lot for me and could be used for necessities such as medical bills.

    I am willing to finish out 3 years of my contract (standard maximum contracts of other alarm companies), which would be May 2016 as long as my system is functioning during that time, without me having to pay to get it fixed. I would be happy to return the panel and the plug antenna. I would return the window sensors, but I do not think I can even pry them off my windows without damaging my frames. Please email your response as I do not have the money for a cell phone. Hopefully this might save one other person from the heartache that I have had to endure for the last few years with Vivint.

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    Reviewed Oct. 17, 2015

    I have had Vivint for almost 4yrs. When I received the product, I never ever received the service I was promised. Since I was locked into a contract, I couldn't much about it at the time but wish my term was up. Now that it is finally up, I called to cancel the service and was told I would not be disc due to me having a bal on the act which was just due days before. The manager I spoke with advised that in order for me to disc service, I had to pay the balance in full!! I question the manAger and advised I knew I was still going to have another bill due for the final balance, therefore I would pay total bal at that time.

    Needless to say, the manager told me he was not disc the service until then. I paid the bal in full, so to be expecting future bill after I advised the manager. I no longer lived in the home since I sold it. Sure enough to my surprise, the act is still active today, and I just received a bill for another month's worth of service!!! I called to have the act adj, and pay what I owe. And once again was advised, I needed to pay the total bal or the act would not be disc until they received their money, which I do not owe but a month and 10-days worth of service. The act is still active today, and I have received no phone call or letter from anyone trying to help resolve the issue!

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    Reviewed Oct. 16, 2015

    Switched to this service spring 2014. Because the battery was bad, the system went off in August but no one was available to service my system for 30 days. I prefer paper bills so when my charge card changed I kept waiting for a bill. Two months after the bill was due I get a call. Unfortunately the call was after the 10th of the month and I finally got a paper bill today. Meanwhile numerous calls and pages every 5 days even though I hadn't yet received a bill in spite of my calls telling them not to call or page me until 30 days had passed in order to enable me to get and pay the bill and to have them credit the account. Harassment! Poor to non-existent customer service.

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    Customer Service

    Reviewed Oct. 16, 2015

    Your service was fine at first; you guys would respond quickly to alarms even if I entered my code to deactivate. After a couple of years, I noticed a response was not always there. I have moved and that is when Vivint failed me. I have not had service since. I have been charged for service the entire time. During one of my phone calls, I was told that it is assumed that if you guys don't hear from me everything is fine with my service - even though I have moved and nothing has been transferred over. How can everything be fine with my service if there is no service? I have called you guys on seven different occasions. After the first three, in which you guys said are not in your notes, my wife was told Vivint would call and make an appointment. This left us to believe that Vivint was going to do whatever it took on your end to make an appointment happen i.e. call us to schedule an appointment.

    I made a quick call to you guys to ensure I was not getting billed in the meantime and was told I would not be. After patiently waiting for your company to make an appointment, while still being billed the entire time, I called to find out why I am being billed and when your appointment was coming to pass. I was then told that the hold-up was on my end. This greatly increased my frustration and when I was constantly being told that I owed money for the service I was not being provided and how much all of this was on my end (with no accountability to you guys), my hand is forced. I will never recommend your company to anyone. I can only imagine if a real emergency happened, with the lack of accountability on your end, what would happen. I will never be your customer ever again. I am also going to recommend to all the people that I know that have your service to disconnect before this happens to them.

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    Customer ServiceContract & Terms

    Reviewed Oct. 15, 2015

    I have not been able to use the service but still keep paying fees. I have had Vivint for less than 5 months but I had to call them 7 times because of the panel keeps freezing up. Vivint had plenty of chances to resolve the problem but they failed to do it. I don't feel confident their service can protect my family; they just want my money instead. Because of their failure to correct the problem in a timely manner, I am not happy with them and I called them twice last night because the panel froze 2 weeks ago for 6th time that I didn't have time to call in right away and wanted to cancel my contract but they kept repeating that in order for me to do that I need to pay the remainder of the contract. Please help me walk away from this company!

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    Contract & Terms

    Reviewed Oct. 14, 2015

    My mother is almost 80 yrs old, was high pressure sold on security system to a 5 yr contract that she did not understand. Recently had a heart attack among other health issues. Moved out of her house into senior community. Vivint has denied her cancellation. They are targeting and taking advantage of seniors.

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    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupMonitoringContract & TermsTechSales & Marketing

    Reviewed Oct. 13, 2015

    As a homeowner, I always guard my family, home, cars, etc... Well, my wife and I were approached in our home by a Vivint salesperson. My wife and I were at first very cautious with any stranger making a "cold call" sales presentation. After about 4 hours (she wasn't leaving anytime soon), she kept saying the system was "free" But after she wormed her way inside our house, she finally admitted a monthly charge to my account. Vivint sales people "name drop," and made several points that the sale was for "free..." Well, I coulda, woulda, shoulda have known better not to provide my personal banking information along with the contract. But I did... BIG MISTAKE! Now I cannot cancel the contract. Now I have to respond like we were victims of I.D. theft! Wow!

    The equipment seemed ok. But what was freaky, was that the minute my wife signed the contract... Here comes two "installers" who promptly begin the installation of our new system... Wow! Were they waiting outside our gate? It's now past 7:30 pm and the Vivint sales rep keeps saying she has to go... See our neighbors about "their installation..." We set up a password (phrase) with the cs rep. By way of the reps - cell phone. Our sales rep, promises us a, $100.00 rebate on the installation charges! What? Didn't she say we would only have to pay for a monthly fee?

    Now, I'm concerned... But these guys are almost done with their work, and the Vivint sales rep continues small chat with my wife, mostly about break-ins and car thefts in our neighborhood. After several days I contact Vivint to cancel our service. They are trying to collect $260.00 from my checking account (for installation and service, I assume). I call about the charges, all they say is, "all we can do is make you feel more comfortable with your new system." FRUSTRATION at this point, I cannot cancel... But they will refund 10% of the monthly contract... So I only owe them $2200.00 vs. $2400.00 that will be due.

    Well now I'm trying to pull off the system pad off my living room wall. The thing wails very loudly until all the wires are pulled off by me! Meanwhile, the police are dispatched to my house as I failed to correctly respond to a call from Vivint and provide them with that password phrase! Geeee! Now I have to change and safeguard my family's personal information from this company's misleading steps in getting us to sign up! First time in over 20 years have I, (We), been scammed! AVOID THIS COMPANY! Save yourself major headaches! Vivint is not good!

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    Customer ServiceTech

    Reviewed Oct. 11, 2015

    We have been waiting for a technician to return to finish up the job he started for two weeks. After speaking with customer service, the technician refuses to return because he says a flea got on him here. Funny thing he never mentioned it to me while he was here. I feel so discriminated against. I use to think they had good customer service. I am not letting this go lightly. I already have plans to seek legal counsel asap. For those of you that have automatic bill pay to them, all you have to do is pay a 30 fee to your bank and they will not let them draft on your account any longer. As far as the Better Business Bureau, a company does not have to have an account with them for a consumer to file a report on them.

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    Company Name:
    Vivint
    Company Type:
    Private
    Formerly Named:
    Vivint Smart Home
    Address:
    3401 Ashton Blvd.
    City:
    Lehi
    State/Province:
    UT
    Postal Code:
    84043
    Country:
    United States
    Fax:
    (801) 377-4116
    Website:
    www.vivint.com

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