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About Guardian Protection

Guardian Protection offers traditional home security technology and smart home features, including automated lights, locks, thermostats and garage doors. You can access these services from the Guardian app anywhere you have internet access. If an emergency happens, Guardian’s 24/7 professional monitoring center initiates responses for you.

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Pros
  • Installation included
  • Customizable plans
  • Smart home features
Cons
  • Not available nationwide
  • Early cancellation fee

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    Verified purchase
    Tech

    Reviewed Nov. 12, 2018

    Guardian Protection Services came around and they had a good deal, so I signed up. Their reps were all good. They took time to listen and if you didn’t understand anything, they were willing to explain it to you till you understand it. And their price was reasonable. The installer was friendly and he answered all questions that we had. He wasn’t in a hurry and made sure he did a good job. His expertise and professionalism were great. I got Guardian mainly for the medical. But I had medical and I had fire, and I had the panic button on there for the police. So, I was all equipped. If I need anything, I just push the button.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Karen,

    Thank you for sharing a review of your services with Guardian Protection! It's wonderful to hear you have peace of mind at the push of a button with your system.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Reviewed Nov. 11, 2018

    Just want to give a review on technician Gerone ** who came to my house to install the security system. He was very courteous informational and very professional, clean and mindful of the home's surroundings. We really enjoyed having him and would recommend him to anyone. Thank Gerone.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Angel,

    Thank you for sharing a 5 star review of your recent service experience with Guardian Protection. I'm so glad to hear Gerone took care of you the way you deserve and will be sure to share to accolades with him. Have a safe day with Guardian Protection!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer Service

    Reviewed Nov. 11, 2018

    The sales and customer service personnel at Guardian were all really nice. They installed their security system when I bought my place before I moved in. Though I like the features they have with their system, they could have more free options. For instance, I would like that as I'm driving up to my house, once I hit a certain range, my system automatically would automatically unlock or it would lock when I get out of that range. Still, I'm happy with everything I have and my system is functioning really well. Since I live by myself, I like being able to know what's going on in my house.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Michael,

    Thank you for choosing Guardian Protection for your security needs! Also thank you for the feedback on your services. We are glad to hear the security system is bringing you the peace of mind you deserve.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceMonitoringTech

    Reviewed Nov. 10, 2018

    Originally, when the house was built, Citadel Security came in and hard-wired the house. I was with them but they didn't monitor. It was just the home alarm. They came around to modernizing and getting into the newer stuff with the cellular so they can’t cut the phone line. I shopped around and my son was with Guardian. He was happy with them so I called them. They came in and re-did my system.

    I screwed up and tripped it a few times myself. They called right in, I gave them my codes and no problem. At one time, I had a security switch failure on one door and they came out. The technician was pretty knowledgeable and he found what the problem was with the switch connection, and fixed that. It has been a couple of years now and I don’t have any issues with it. They’ve been excellent. Another time, my wife had a brain freeze and she put on the address code instead of the normal code. When she came in the house, that shut the alarm off. The next thing she knew, the police were knocking at the door. That’s the way the system's supposed to work.

    The only thing that they could improve on is the price. I have Comcast and they put the cameras in and everything for $25 a month, but I'm paying a little more than that with Guardian. However, I’ve had them for a long time. They’ve always been friendly customer service. When I had an issue, they worked it right out, fixed and repaired it. They updated the system when it came time from 3G to 4G and no problem. I’d recommend them.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Alvin,

    Thank you for sharing a detailed and informative review of your experience with Guardian Protection Services! We appreciate your loyalty and are glad to see you see the value of a professionally monitored security system. Home security is what we do and what we've done well for over 50 years!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceTech

    Reviewed Nov. 9, 2018

    We have an alarm from Guardian Protection Services on the door going to out, coming in from our garage, and on our glass sliding door on the patio. Also, we have a fire and smoke alarm that goes along with that. We have a motion sensor with that, as well, and special buttons on the keypad to call for medical help, for the police, and fire. After 12 years, we're still with them. We had some work done on our garage and the workman accidentally hit the cord that keeps the battery charged. I didn't realize it and the battery went down. Then, the technician came from Indianapolis and took care of it. He got it plugged back in and checked everything else out. So, everything was good.

    Then, one time, the ice and stuff was coming and I thought I heard something out on the deck. I had already set the alarm and I opened up that sliding glass door and that horn woke everybody up. I immediately shut it down but it seemed like maybe a minute and the call came from Guardian making sure everything was okay. They immediately asked for my code and they asked me for my name and my address. I said everything was okay and that it was an accident. And they just said, "Can I do anything else for you tonight?" So, it was a good response. Right now, we feel very protected. We needed an extra sign to put on the south side of our condo because we had some woods back there and they sent us a sign immediately. I've been very pleased with them.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Stephen,

    Thank you for sharing an informative customer review of your services with Guardian Protection! It's great to hear the system is bringing you peace of mind and you received the 2nd sign! Please give us a call anytime we can be of further assistance.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Tech

    Reviewed Nov. 8, 2018

    My mom had Guardian Protection Services in the house which I inherited. I put in a service call to have a guy come out and give me estimates on upgrading it. The tech came out and evaluated my system. We talked about options and upgrades. Then, he said he would put in the information and they would get a hold of me but they never ever did. I was hoping someone would call me and talk to me about it, you know, what's available and what works for me. That was a bit disappointing. Other than that, I've been reasonably satisfied.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Bruce,

    Thank you for leaving feedback on your family's experience with Guardian Protection. I'm sorry to hear an upgrade specialist did not reach out, I will have a representative reach out to you to discuss your security needs. Our goal is always 100% customer satisfaction!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Tech

    Reviewed Nov. 7, 2018

    The representatives from Guardian Protection Services were thorough and they answered all of my questions. Also, the installers explained everything. They were quick and on time and thy did everything they said they were gonna do. There was a point where I wasn't using the system, and I asked their reps to come out and give me a primer on how to use it. They were pretty good with that. And I've been using the system pretty much every day since then. I customized the package that I got with them a little bit. However, the alarm goes off all the time if I don't make it to the pad in time or if I open the door without turning off the alarm. It probably goes off twice a week. Other than that, I feel secure in my house as long as I'm using their security system. I've had another security system stop by the house and said that they could be better. But I've had a good experience with Guardian, so there's no need to switch.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Richard,

    Thank you for your loyalty over the years! We appreciate your business and will work hard to help protect what matters most to you. If we can ever be of further assistance please give us a call.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Nov. 6, 2018

    I liked what Guardian had to offer at the time when I changed. However, I upgraded back to ADT ‘cause ADT offered me more than Guardian did, at a better price. Guardian also didn't have a patent on the window breakage. Nonetheless, their reps were courteous.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello Norman,

    Thank you for trying Guardian Protection out and for taking the time to leave helpful feedback. We will be sure to use your review to help improve our processes and please let us know if we can ever help with your security needs in the future.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Tech

    Reviewed Nov. 6, 2018

    Guardian Protection Services seems to work and if my parents have a problem with it, they fixed it for them. My parents have had it for a few years and they're pretty happy with it. About six months ago, Guardian had to come out because there was something with the water unit and they replaced it. Guardian is a good system and I would recommend them to a friend.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Mike,

    Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback for Guardian Protection Services! We are here around the clock to help provide your family with peace of mind.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Tech

    Reviewed Nov. 5, 2018

    Guardian was cheaper than our previous provider but now, it's $10 more. Other than that, we've been pleased with it. Once, I came home and forgot about the system and all hell broke loose. But their reps were very nice and understanding. We feel better having the system. We even have a camera system just in case.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello,

    Thank you for sharing your experience with Guardian Protection! I'm glad to hear the professionally monitored security system is bringing you the peace of mind you deserve.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Nov. 5, 2018

    The builder put in the Guardian Protection Services. I got a little bit of a discount years ago. I then had a few upgrades that they had to come out and fix. They showed up on time and put in some new things that had to be upgraded. I just wish they don’t raise the price anymore on me ‘cause I’m gonna get somebody else if they do. I pay $33 a month and it was like $25. I can get cheaper at other places like $25 through Comcast. I’ll probably stick with them if they don’t do that.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Barry,

    Thank you for being a part of the Guardian Protection family! We appreciate your feedback and loyalty. While the cost of providing award-winning home security services rise; we attempt to keep the price increases as minimal as possible for our customers. Please give us a call anytime we can be of further assistance.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Contract & Terms

    Reviewed Oct. 31, 2018

    Do not use this company under any circumstance! Fraudulent contracts and insane cancellation fees. Good luck canceling your service. After years of on time payment we attempted to cancel our service. We were quoted a cancellation fee of over $700. It was claimed that we signed a contract but when they produced this contract it was not in any one's handwriting from this household. It was then claimed that it was signed electronically and they could produce an audiotape with our voice confirming the scam contract. Guess what? They never produced it and continue to harass us. We are filing a complaint with the state and the BBB and will never pay a dime of their fraudulent claim.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello Jason,

    I'm sorry to hear you feel deceived by the signed agreement. Guardian and our dealers make a large upfront investment when installing a security system and the agreement helps to recoup those investments over time. I have located your account and will have the appropriate supervisor contact you regarding your review.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceOnline & AppReliabilityEase of Use

    Reviewed Oct. 31, 2018

    Guardian's customer service has been great as far as working with them to set up our system. The guy who helped to set up our system made some really nice recommendations, which I thought were really helpful. He was quick, efficient, and very friendly. We had our initial quote for the system and in the actual installation, he came in. He re-looked at our home and made sure that the system that was actually quoted for us was the appropriate system. He helped us to determine where to put the monitor box based on how our house was set up. We've been actually recommended that we switch over to this little iPad monitor screen system that fits on our table. That was a good suggestion.

    I really like the system itself and it has worked beautifully for us, so far. We also like the digital pad that they had. The only thing that's a little bit annoying is when you set the alarm from home and you use the keypad, it counts down and beeps for 60 seconds. So, we often don't use that. We often set the alarm from the app on our phone because it just says, "Alarm set remotely." The beeping seems excessive and I don't like to listen to it for a minute.

    The quality of our security system is very good. It's what we needed and we haven't had any problems. The sensors on the doors are very nice. The glass break is sensitive enough that it doesn't catch random things like dropping a spoon on the floor, but it catches more loud things that would be appropriate. The app is very easy to use. We really liked the feature where we can go back and look at the history of what doors have been opened and closed while we've been away. We feel very secure having our system. We now live in a very safe area. So, someone could say we wouldn't need the security system, but we feel comfortable and safe having it. I would definitely recommend Guardian Protection Services.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello Karine,

    Thank you for sharing a very informative review of your security system! At Guardian Protection, our goal is to help protect what matters most to you and I'm so happy to hear the system is bringing you peace of mind.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    TechEase of Use

    Reviewed Oct. 26, 2018

    The rep from Guardian was a very nice person and the technician was good. I like that the features were easy to use and gave security. Whenever we go for a holiday, the home is secure.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Suresh,

    Thank you for the 5 star feedback! We appreciate your business and are glad to hear the system is bringing you the peace of mind you deserve.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceTechSales & Marketing

    Reviewed Oct. 25, 2018

    We got a new house and Guardian was what kinda worked with the builder. So, we switched over from ADT and it has been good with Guardian so far. The sales rep was good. We interacted mostly through e-mail and phone, but she always answered everything. Then, the installer did a good job. It was done when the house was built. So when we were here, we just had to turn everything on. I'm very happy so far. We have our app and it's very good. Having Guardian gives us a peace of mind.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello Jose,

    Thank you for switching to Guardian Protection Services! We are honored to have you as a customer and will work hard to help protect what matters most.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    C. increased rating by 3 stars.
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTechReliability
    After a positive interaction with Guardian Protection, C. increased their star rating on Oct. 24, 2018.

    Updated review: Oct. 24, 2018

    I was contacted promptly by Guardian Protection Customer Loyalty Department almost immediately after this post. Debbie, the representative, was very professional and understanding of my issue with the billing. She credited my account $75.00 for the unnecessary trip fee.

    I wish it didn’t have to come to this in order to get resolved, but I do appreciate that they cared enough to make this right. Thank you for your prompt response and fairness in handling this issue.

    Original Review: Oct. 23, 2018

    I called for a service issue due to a sensor being installed incorrectly on my overhead garage door. The sensor was crushed when the garage door opened. I will say they were very professional about the issue and scheduled someone to come out 4 days later to correct the issue. I asked the representative if I could add 3 window sensors while the tech was here. She said certainly and set it up.

    The issue I have is with the billing. They are charging a $75.00 trip fee to install the sensors plus the cost of the sensors. I called back and explained that the tech would already be here to fix an issue and why are they charging an additional fee? The representative said they were sending two different techs on the same day at the same time. That was the reason for the fee. When the day came the tech was late getting to my home and he said he was doing the service and the install...which makes sense. I called back and asked why I was being charged the trip fee again and they said that was just part of the price.

    I’m not unreasonable, I understand if I just called to have the sensors put in that they may charge an additional fee to sell me their product. In this case the tech was already coming out, and I’m buying YOUR product and then you want to charge an additional fee? Really? This is the issue these days with companies. They charge you for every little thing they can get away with just to make more money. What happened to customer service? I’m starting to think I should have used SimpliSafe like several of my friends.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Chad, thank you for the feedback and for taking the time to update your review of Guardian Protection Services. We are happy to have come to a resolution of waiting the installation fee for you. Please let us know if we can ever be of further assistance.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Monitoring

    Reviewed Oct. 23, 2018

    So far, our Guardian Protection system has been okay. However, I would change the amount of time you have to shut off the alarm because there's only one key location to do that, which is by the garage. So, if I come into the front door, by the time I get to the garage, it's already setting the alarm off. It only gives you around 15 seconds which is not a whole lot of time. Other than that, everything is fine.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Dustin,

    Thank you for the feedback on your experience with Guardian Protection! We can program your panel to a different entry/exit delay if requested; just give us a call at 1-888-895-4805!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    TechOnline & AppEase of Use

    Reviewed Oct. 22, 2018

    Guardian has been responsive. We had one of the sensors fall out and they came out and replaced it. It wasn't any big deal. The service techs have been nice, they took time, and they seemed to know what they were doing. Also, Guardian's representatives are very professional. The alarm had gone off twice but they called, and we gave them the password. The app that we use to interact with the system is good and easy to use. Give Guardian a try and see if the price works for you.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Michael,

    Thanks for sharing an excellent testimonial. At Guardian Protection your safety and peace of mind is always top priority. Have a safe day!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupOnline & App

    Reviewed Oct. 21, 2018

    My husband and I divided the house projects when we first moved in. He had a co-worker who used Guardian and he heard good things from his co-worker. And he’s always a researcher kinda guy, so he looked up Guardian and saw that they had good reviews and pricing. Everything worked out and we ended up signing with them. During the installation, Guardian's guy had to come back two times. On their first visit, some of the back windows didn’t have the little motion detectors on them, so they had to come back the second time to install those. But the installation was quick and easy. Plus, they explained how the app worked and helped us get everything set up.

    So far, the system seems to be doing really well and I really love how we can use the app to arm and disarm it. I also like how there are options for different people to have different codes. The system also seems simple enough to operate, so you don't accidentally get it set off. And when when we had the cooler weather, we were able to keep the window open and still have the system armed. It was nice to be able to know that we're still protected while the window was open.

    We’re really happy with Guardian. The first couple of nights when we were in the house and we didn’t have the system, we were so nervous because it was a different place and a different town. But having Guardian helped a little bit. Recently, we got the bill in the mail and I wanted to switch it to online instead. We don’t need a paper bill and we’re getting charged two bucks per paper bill, so I need to give them a call and get that sorted. Other than that, everything else has been peachy.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Alyssa,

    Thank you for leaving a detailed review for Guardian Protection on Consumer Affairs. We appreciate the feedback and I will have a customer care rep reach out to you to discuss the billing.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Oct. 20, 2018

    When we came to this community, we were told that everyone had Guardian, so we also got them. When they installed the system, they told me how to use it, left a note, and gave me the Guardian customer service card. One time, when I was cooking and a little bit smoke was coming out, the fire alarm started beeping and I didn't know how to switch it off. It rang for five minutes then the fire brigade came. Also, they provided one security box where we put all the codes and they told me that whenever we open the garage or main door, the star symbol will come. Then if we close the door, the star symbol will go out. But now I have the star symbol all over there and I forgot how to take out that symbol from that machine. Other than that, we've had a good experience with Guardian.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello Sunita,

    Thank you for the feedback on your consumer experience with Guardian Protection. Please give our in house technical team a call at 1-888-895-4805 if you have any further questions.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupOnline & App

    Reviewed Oct. 19, 2018

    I moved into another house and then I was recommended Guardian by a co-worker. The installation went well and they had no problems. I got the cam with the app that you can look at your house when the alarm goes off while you are at work or wherever you are at is great. Also, it’s easy because you can keep it constantly on and as soon as it goes off, you can press the button and see who’s at your doorbell or who’s in your yard. Then, recently, I did upgrade then they put cameras in. They came out and surveyed and they told me exactly what I needed to fit what I was looking for. Then, it was installed and everything worked great. The family feels safer with Guardian.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Barry,

    Thank you for sharing a great customer testimonial! We appreciate your feedback and are so glad to hear the security system is bringing you peace of mind!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Tech

    Reviewed Oct. 18, 2018

    When I checked around security services, Guardian is cheaper than anybody else. Their reps have been all good and knowledgeable. The installer was cool. He answered anything I needed to ask. In addition to that, the features are nice. I'd recommend Guardian Protection Services. We just opened up a business so we would get it over there, too.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Lawrence,

    Thank you for sharing a helpful review of your services with Guardian Protection! We are honored to be your home security provider of choice; please give us a call whenever you are ready to add to your business security!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Tech

    Reviewed Oct. 17, 2018

    I’ve used ADT before but I got a better deal from Guardian Protection Services with the new equipment and new additional features for less money. The reps were very friendly and knowledgeable, and the service has been provided within two days so everything was excellent. The installer who came was very experienced and he explained to me from A to Z how to use the system and the application. The system is working out well and its features are very user-friendly, nice, and convenient.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello Svetlana,

    Thank you for switching to Guardian Protection, welcome to the family! I'm glad to hear we were able to find a great deal on security for you and we look forward to providing you with the peace of mind you deserve.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Oct. 16, 2018

    Guardian Protection Services was already installed in the model house that we bought so we called them back to have the system set up for us. The installers installed something in my bedroom closet and they did something else in one of the boxes. They were very nice people. The system’s features are good. It's nice to have an app on the phone and be able to go out of the house and activate the system from outside. We don’t have to worry about going back and forth and deactivating it before we come in. So far, everything went fine and we are happy with Guardian.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Karen,

    Thank you for activating your Guardian Protection security system! We are proud to be your home security company and please let us know if you ever need additional assistance.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Oct. 13, 2018

    Guardian reps were very knowledgeable and their cost made me decide to go with them. The installation was quick and professional. Overall, the system is good and it works as it should.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Jennifer,

    Thank you for reviewing your experience with Guardian Protection Services! It's great to hear we were able to find a security solutions package that worked best for your budget. We appreciate your business!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupTechEase of Use

    Reviewed Oct. 11, 2018

    I've been using an alarm system for a while now and have used AT&T Digital Life in the past. Now, Guardian provided service to the home I bought and their services are comparable. It was quite a big installation 'cause I added a lot of equipment and the installers had to come back a couple of times, but they got it done. Everybody was very nice and the installers were good. The smartphone features are easy to use and everything is working well.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Ralph,

    Thank so much for switching to Guardian Protection Services! We started our business in the Pittsburgh, PA region over 50 years ago and still care for our local customers today. Please give us a call anytime we can be of further assistance.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    TechOnline & App

    Reviewed Oct. 10, 2018

    Guardian was being offered in our neighborhood and I liked their installer very much. He was very knowledgeable and very neat. He was great. I like the warranty but sometimes, I wonder if I need it. I haven’t set up the app yet, so every time I do something, I get all these emails which is kind of annoying. Other than that, my experience with them has all been positive.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Suellen,

    Welcome to the Guardian Protection family! We are honored to be your choice for home security and peace of mind. Please give us a call anytime for help setting up your app.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & Setup

    Reviewed Oct. 9, 2018

    The insurance company told me I had to have a security system. Plus, the stuff was already on the wall. I also had smoke alarms from a different security company. The person before me didn’t want to pay for it and had regular smoke alarms. There were also sensors around the doors. I either had to rip them all out or put something in.

    I contacted some people locally and they recommended Guardian Protection Services. Guardian's reps have been the best of any organization that I’ve dealt with. They were conscientious and they have a balance of understanding, process, and procedure. When I talked to them, they asked the right questions. Any problem I’ve had, they’ve been responsive and flexible.

    Guardian Protection installed everything and everything was fine. But there was a problem with the covering outside. So they had to come and open that up. The disconnect was if the system was down, it was down. My dilemma was more of the terminology of when I say down. Part of it would be them asking me questions, such as what I meant by down. What I meant was I didn’t want it to protect anything, I just wanted it to turn off. And they would walk me through the whole thing - go to the box, plug in, do this, do that, and test things to make sure they work.

    Another nice thing was, I was not gonna remember what they told me to do, but I could talk to them. I could call them and say that I have no idea how to turn my thing on. They would say that they don't have an issue where other people would say they already came here and taught me. The beauty of it is they don’t take for granted that I’m really not listening. I’m just listening enough to get through that part of it, and at the end, I’m really not paying attention. They pretend like nothing’s wrong and just keep giving advice and helping me. Their customer service is pretty spot on and it's perfect.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello Michael,

    Welcome to the Guardian Protection Family! We are honored to be your home security provider and are always happy to help with any technical questions you may have. Have a safe day with Guardian Protection Services!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Oct. 8, 2018

    We're happy with Guardian Protection Services. We have the basic system that alerts you if the door's open. My husband hasn't gotten a regular doorbell installed so that they can install the picture doorbell thing.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Jane,

    Thank you for providing feedback on your system installation. We hope the professionally monitored security system brings you peace of mind. Make sure to give us a call when you are ready to finish the doorbell.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Oct. 7, 2018

    The Guardian team has been easy to deal with, and I've had fluid and easygoing interactions with them. The installation guy took his time and did a good job. I'm very happy with the features in my system. I’d recommend Guardian.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Brian,

    Thank you for leaving 5 star feedback for Guardian Protection Services! We are proud to help protect what matters most to you in the Pittsburgh, PA region. Have a safe day!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Oct. 6, 2018

    My girlfriend was using Guardian Protection Services and they seemed like a good company. I called them and they answered several questions that I had. I got an install quickly after that and the installer was great. I have no issues with the features and it is easy for me to control my alarm system.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Roger,

    Thank you for choosing Guardian Protection Services for your home security needs! It's great to hear you were referred to us and we will be here around the clock to help when you need us the most.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Oct. 5, 2018

    Everything was good with Guardian. I had a different security system in the past and the Guardian system is a little better. The guy who has also done the installation was knowledgeable and on time. He explained the system well. The installation took a long time but not from his part. There was a problem with my internet. Everything that he could do was done quickly. The installer just hooked up everything he could until we had the internet. The system came with 3 cameras for a price. I pay close to $70 a month and if I'm paying that much a price, the cameras should've been included. I also like the smartphone feature for the door. I have it unlocked before I walk into the house and that is nice. It's user-friendly indeed. Having the Guardian system helps me sleep better at night when I'm gone.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Bradley,

    Thank you for sharing an informative review of your installation experience with Guardian Protection! It's great to hear you are taking advantage of the smart home features like the wireless app. Please give us a call if you have any further questions on the billing.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Oct. 4, 2018

    We worked with Ryan Homes as our home builder and Guardian Protection Services was part of the package. We had one day where the installation team of Guardian came out and the technician was knowledgeable and was able to answer many of my questions. We have a wireless access point installed on the second floor that was giving us some grief at first but aside from that, I haven’t had any difficulties. I've had no problems with the service that I’ve received, nor with using the products that we have so far.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Robert,

    Thank you for building your new home with Ryan Homes and Guardian Protection Services! We appreciate the feedback and look forward to providing you with peace of mind in the Cincinnati, Ohio region.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Oct. 3, 2018

    I've been using Guardian Protection Services and everything seems to be working. They installed the speakers that we have and we were looking for the manual that gives us some info on how to operate them but we never got that. And the wires in the panel box downstairs are all over the place. The box is on the wall, but the cover is not on it, and another box is connected and sitting on the floor, as well as the Spectrum cable box. So, I just thought it was a poor installation which needs to be addressed. They should have a bigger box for the controls

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Leon,

    Thank you for the honest feedback on your installation as it will help us improve the experience. I have located your account and will have the appropriate supervisor reach out to discuss the installation with you. We hope the professionally monitored security system brings you the peace of mind you deserve.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer Service

    Reviewed Oct. 2, 2018

    I have Guardian Protection as my security system and it's a lot better than my previous system. It's also a lot more affordable and it's wireless too. I love it. I got a really basic package for two doors and a couple of motions, and it's good quality equipment. I have it at my place of business and it’s great. I can leave my business and I know it's gonna be safe. Everything’s also been great with their customer service. They do an excellent job. I'd recommend Guardian and I decided to get it for my parents as well.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Jimmie,

    Thank you for sharing a great customer testimonial! It's wonderful to hear about the peace of mind your Guardian Protection system brought at your place of business and you decided to sign up your parents as well! We appreciate your business and hope you have a great day.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupContract & TermsSales & MarketingReliability

    Reviewed Oct. 2, 2018

    The contractor that was building the houses in the neighborhood used Guardian Protection Services. I had an option and could choose somebody else. However, we were also doing a pre-wire for surround sound systems in the house and Guardian did that. They also did the security system, so I just had one company do everything. Their customer service has been going well, but the sales department was terrible. We sat down with the sales rep and lay out everything that we wanted.

    We wanted a surround sound in three rooms and we wanted the security system to have one glass break sensor and sensors on all the exterior doors. We also asked for the video doorbell, cameras outside, and a keypad. We wanted it to be set up like the model home in the other neighborhood, which had a keypad in the master bedroom and had a keypad downstairs by the front door. We also wanted the motion sensors. My sister is handicapped, so we asked him about the medical bracelet as well.

    We went through everything, line by line, and he told us how much it would cost. It came up to around $6,200 and I had my own bank and my own account. I wasn’t financing through Ryan Homes, but, apparently, Ryan Homes had a deal where they are only allowed a fee of $1,500 of the cost into the mortgage, and I was trying to get the whole pay. I thought the whole pay was where they put the mortgage, but the rep said no. They could only submit a certain amount for the pre-wire.

    I said that it didn't make any sense and if I was gonna pre-wire three rooms and it was gonna cost $1,500 per room or $1,200 per room, then how could he only submit $1,500? It was not all in one room. It was separate rooms and security on top of that. So, what he did was he submitted a change order for around $3,900 and $495 of that was for Ryan Homes' electrician to put in the three electrical outlets for a flat panel TV installed. And because Guardian doesn’t do the electrical part, they issued my wires and they wired all the speaker wires and pre-wired all the other stuff.

    I called the salesman back and said that I was getting down to the nitty-gritty of my money. He never emailed me the contract. He had my both my email and my wife's and he was supposed to email the entire contract us, as well as the part he sent off to the mortgage company. Over the four-month period, every time I requested the contract, he kept on sending me the same thing - the change order that was the $3,900. I said that was not what I was asking for. I wanted the list of everything that we purchased - the entire purchase price and what we were getting for that - but he lost it. I searched my email and my wife searched hers and spam, but we never got anything from him. We gave him the email date and he went back and searched his email, but he kept sending me the same documents that he sent to Ryan Homes or NVR Mortgage.

    I told him I needed to know exactly how much I owe them after closing, when they come to finish the work, but instead of giving me the contract that we wrote up, he just did a lot of crap in the body of an email, sent it to me, and tried to charge me an additional $2,000. He started telling me that I owed him $4,000 when I knew it was gonna be closer around $2,400. I told him he needed to recheck his figures because he told me that everything was inclusive and the only things that my wife and I were gonna ask to buy were the receivers for the surround sound.

    He ignored me for about 15 days, so I called their customer service to talk to them. The rep was trying to say, “I see this and this, but I don’t see that. I don’t know, would you look again because I don’t have a copy of anything. He never sent me a copy.” He reached out to the salesman and told him to send me a copy of the bill, but the salesman sent me the same thing again. I said that it was not what I was looking for. The manager got involved and I told him that I would not have bought all the stuff knowing that there was gonna be an additional $2,000 charge when I already had to buy a $1,000 worth of receivers. He said that he would just take 30% off the bill, which brought it back down to about $2,500. I said that was fine and that was what I was willing to pay, although he was not doing me a favor. His sales rep screwed up from day one and I told him not to make it look like he was appeasing me because I was asking for something that I didn’t get.

    In the end, when they came out and did the pre-wire, they mounted the control, but they mounted the Guardian pad by the garage door. When people knock, they don’t go in my garage and knock on the garage entry door, they knock on the front door. If my alarm system is on and somebody knocks on my front door, I don’t have to run over to the garage and turn the alarm off, then go back to the front door to answer the front door, so I asked them to move it. They also did not put the one in our bedroom, so I asked them to install that. They started giving me a bunch of hooplas and I told them to just leave the thing where it is and to just give me an extra one. They charged me $175 for it and they wouldn’t give it to me for free. They also charged me the additional $177 to install it.

    They also didn’t pre-wire the sensor on the exterior garage door, so I have a walk-through door that goes out into my backyard and I have another door in the garage that goes into the house. I told the salesman that we have four exterior doors now, so he put four sensors, but they didn’t pre-wire yet I got charged for pre-wire. And then when they put the doorbell on, it was supposed to be a video doorbell, so if somebody rings the doorbell and I'm away, I could have a conversation with him and I can unlock and lock the door remotely. However, they just put a regular doorbell out there which didn’t work. They had to replace it with a doorbell that worked, but I said that it was still not what we asked for. I had to fight the guy to put the right doorbell in.

    They finally got that all straight. Then about two weeks after that, we were sitting there in the cat path off of the glass break sensor and they didn’t have it screwed all the way to the wall so the cat went walking on it and when we tried to put it back on there, all it did was set the alarm off. So, I had to have them kill that part of the alarm system so it would quit sending messages, and then it took them two weeks to come out just to fix that. In addition to that, when they were putting the speakers in, the pre-wires were up in there and the guy drew on the ceiling with a Sharpie for he was gonna cut the sheet rack out to mount the sheet, but he drew it on the wrong side. When he fixed it, he put the speaker up and I got three quarters of a circle drawn on my ceiling with a black Sharpie.

    As far as the customer service billing side, I called them and said that I haven’t gotten a bill yet and that I was a little concerned. I was starting to get paper bills and it kept saying that I didn’t have any balance, then it said I had a $175 balance for the extra keypad, which I didn’t pay purposely because I was waiting to see how much they were gonna bill me the total for everything else. It should have been $2,541 and it was what I agreed to. They wound up charging me 2,800. They charged me $300 more than what I was supposed to pay because of the keypad and that wasn’t even my fault.

    The rep said that he had to do some research. It took him over a week and he called me back and broke out the whole bill for the $2,800. He told me that what happened was the first month was pro-rated per day and they didn't charge me $60 - $75. It was good for the 27th of October, but they put it everything else together and put it on that bill.

    The salesman could’ve submitted the entire thing to my mortgage company and had it all put into the mortgage, but he refused to do that. After they sent the change order, I couldn’t send another one, so I wound up paying $2,800 out of my pocket. My mortgage company was gonna pay the whole thing, but they checked Ryan Homes and said we were asked for our preconstruction meeting that we couldn’t add or change anything else from that point.

    But the guy that did the pre-wire and the guys that came back and added the speakers were very professional and courteous. They worked hard and worked close to a full day. They did a good job. They were very respectful with my home and they did a couple of little blemishes that had been taken care of. They were very diligent and were fantastic. However, on the customer service side, they were a bit confused, and on the sales side, they screwed the whole thing up and they tried to push it back on me.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi David,

    Thank you for sharing a detailed and informative review of your builder experience with Guardian Protection. I'm sorry to hear the sales and customer service experience was lacking; we will use this as coaching for our representatives. I'm glad to hear everything has been worked out for you and if you have additional questions please do not hesitate to call as we are happy to help!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceEase of Use

    Reviewed Oct. 1, 2018

    We had had Guardian before. My mother had moved into assisted living, and so I had it placed in my name. The system is easy to use and the features were excellent. The customer service has been good as well.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Sandra,

    Thank you so much for sharing a review of your services with Guardian Protection. It's great to hear that your mother trusted us with our security monitoring and now we provide you with the same peace of mind.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Sept. 30, 2018

    I was referred to Guardian by a friend and originally, I was happy. When I had their sales rep come to the house, I told him what I wanted but when they installed it, the sales rep missed a sensor. When I called about it, they said that they could fix it. But it came to 120 some dollars to have them come out and fix the error, which is more of an issue on Guardian than mine. Other than that, I'm happy with the features in my system and, so far, everything has been pretty good since having Guardian.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi David,

    Thank you for choosing Guardian Protection for your security needs. Also thank you for the feedback on your customer experience as it will help us improve processes. Please give us a call anytime you have further questions.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupContract & TermsTechReliability

    Reviewed Sept. 29, 2018

    Guardian compares poorly to my previous home security system provider. I just had no choice but to go with them because they are the only company in the community. Once you're building the home, you have to do a contract with them. The installation went fine. The features are fine as well. However, one of the door sensors isn't working properly and we had an appointment for that but they didn't live up to the obligation which messed up my entire day. The supervisor who first dealt with the case was good, though. Then, I called the night before to ensure someone would be there. I also called before I left work and when I got home. All three times, everybody told me that the window is between 12:00 and 4:00. At 3:56, when no one still turned out, they told me it has been rescheduled. That service was very poor and I was very annoyed.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello,

    I'm very sorry to hear we missed the mark on your consumer experience regarding scheduling your service visits. I have looked into your account and see the job did eventually run on 9/26 to replace the sensor. If you have any further issues please do not hesitate to give us a call or private message here. We are happy to help and hope the security system brings you peace of mind.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceTech

    Reviewed Sept. 28, 2018

    When we had the house built, Guardian had already installed the equipment, so we just went on with their service. Enrolling with them was easy and I like the features offered in our system. It’s nice. We had the doorbell added on recently and we can see who’s at the door. I’ve seen some cameras where people can’t make out the individual. Guardian's techs have come out as well and conducted repair services. As for the alarm itself, I like it and I feel safe having their services. If the alarm goes off, the people from Guardian will call. And if I’m in the house and I didn’t pick up the phone, someone would come across the intercom to check and see if everything’s okay. If we don’t respond at all, then they’ll send out emergency service. If someone’s trying to break in while we’re in here, at least our alarm will warn us. I've been with Guardian for almost fours years and I extended our contract with them. I’m happy with their service.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Mekelle,

    Thank you so much for sharing an informative review of your services with Guardian Protection! We are delighted to hear the system is brining you the peace of mind you deserve.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Sept. 27, 2018

    We signed up with Guardian but they did not tell us anything. We told the guy that signed us up that $50 was too much. But they still charged us $50 a month, and the guy that I dealt with quit the job. The features are good and I like Guardian, but it's expensive.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello Savitaben,

    Thank you for the honest feedback on your sales experience as it will help us improve. When it comes to home security, we feel you truly get what you pay for and we hope our award-winning security monitoring brings you peace of mind. Please give us a call if you have any further questions.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceCamera & VideoTechReliability

    Reviewed Sept. 26, 2018

    I had a system 10 years ago and it was fine. But upon using, we switched systems, and I find that Guardian is much easier to use and is more current as far as technology. I like that I can arm or disarm it from my phone, whether I’m in the home or travelling somewhere. The interactions I had with their reps were all very nice and helpful. Their reps did a good job in setting it up. They also guided me with the features of the system. I like its phone feature often as well as the camera on the doorbell. Our doors are secured, which is primarily what I was looking for, and the extras as far as the phone and the doorbell.

    Their manager came out and thought of ways to make the cost the lowest possible for us. We knew some purchase blenders, and he went with the purchase blender discount. They really worked with us and my family. Their technicians were very nice and they did a good job. The only thing that happened was the sensor that was on the door stopped reading after about a week. We had to move the sensor over a little bit, so they had to come back out. It wasn’t a big deal and everybody was very good. They called me several times about setting up the date. They also had a lot of options and I didn’t have trouble picking a time and day. They also always call right away every time the system goes off.

    The overall quality of the equipment and its performance are very good. Since they came for the sensor replace, there are no troubles with it going off on the stairway. The alarm would go off and notify us if anything were to happen to our house so I feel very comfortable and sleep well. I feel very secure having Guardian and I would definitely recommend them.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello Michele,

    Thanks so much for sharing a detailed phone review of your experience with Guardian Protection. We look forward to helping to protect what matters most to you in the Pittsburgh, PA region.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Sept. 25, 2018

    I bought my house three weeks ago and the homebuilder had a contract with Guardian. Dealing with the Guardian rep was straightforward. He was here for about an hour and he installed everything. I have a doorbell that has a camera that I can speak to and I can arm and disarm the system remotely through the app on my phone. I like their equipment better than the security system I had in my previous house. The panel on my last one was also a touchscreen, but I set that alarm off multiple times because the buttons on the screen were so close together that I couldn’t press a three without accidentally pressing two or five. But with the equipment from Guardian, it’s nicer to disarm and I don’t accidentally set my alarm off all the time.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Chad,

    Thank so much for sharing an insightful review on Consumer Affairs. Guardian Protection is honored to be your home security provider and I'm glad to hear the new system is working out better for you.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & Setup

    Reviewed Sept. 25, 2018

    At the time when our home was being built, Ryan Homes only supported Guardian. We were required to use them to do the pre-wiring. We wanted the cameras to be pre-wired and installed versus doing a lot of that after the fact, and we had to use Guardian. We had all the windows wired with the sensors, and we installed some cameras and security access points in the front door to secure my daughter and grand-kids.

    The fellow that installed the wiring was very, very good. He trained me and my daughter on the security system. He was very knowledgeable and helpful. He helped us with our internet access and getting our applications captured on our cell phone, and he showed us how to use everything. My daughter is able to access the security system and cameras from our phone. She's also able to know when people turn on and off the security system. The security system gives her peace of mind. If there is any activity or concern, we can give access to the video footage. The important thing is for my daughter to be able to unlock or turn off the alarm remotely if she needs to. We’ve been able to train our kids and grand-kids how to get in the front door with the code and how to go and disarm the alarm if necessary.

    I tried to call Guardian a few times because the system didn't work and they were pretty good. They set up appointments for us and they were pretty reasonable. They're pretty good to work with. The alarm feature went off twice and the rep called right away and he was very professional. Those two times happened during our training period. It was a week where, if they had to send the police off by mistake, we wouldn't be charged. But we were in both cases, able to resolve it before anybody was dispatched. But Guardian was very timely.

    I have to call Guardian because the first bill that came in didn't seem right to me. I gotta call the customer service accounting department to find out what some of the charges were, because I remember paying all that money upfront in the original purchase price of the house, which included the installation, and they charge me a $85 installation fee, which was never part of the original package as it was presented to me by the marketing person. But overall, I recommend them.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi James,

    Thank you so much for building your home with Guardian Protection. I'm delighted to hear the experience has been pleasant for your family. I have looked into your account and see the extra $80 was for an add on of a 9th window sensor. If you have any further questions please message us here or give us a call at 1-888-895-4805.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceTechOnline & App

    Reviewed Sept. 24, 2018

    I had a fairly good interaction with the Guardian reps initially, but the last transfer seemed to be underhanded and I was not very happy. It was similar to a timeshare that I had once where the bill seemed to get bigger and bigger. They were gonna transfer the bill of the new equipment on to my bill and spread it out over. They also got a bill of almost $1,000 for the equipment and I wanted them to take it out. I may have signed that in the paperwork, but that was not the way I understood it. Even if I have to pay a fee for them to take it out, I can’t pay the $1,000.

    When I moved the second time, they rolled it into my monthly payment and my monthly payment stayed the same from the first time I got the service to when I moved. They rolled the equipment in again and now, we could never get our money back, so we needed them to pay. The person that I talked to when it was gonna be transferred over never made it clear to me that they needed the $900 upfront to pay for the equipment. If he had said that, I would have not agreed to continue the service.

    I said that I needed to make sure that when we transfer it over, my payment is gonna be the same and that I’m not gonna be charged extra for the equipment. He said that my payment’s gonna stay the same and that’s the way I understood it. So far, I’ve been through two people and one said that he will have to get back to me. Somebody got back to me in two days and said that they were gonna have to look and see and if they can take the equipment out. They usually don’t do that so they were gonna have to get back to me. I have good credit and I don’t want it to be ruined. I need to get formality on this. Halfway through, I’m not impressed with the customer service rep. The original person that helped me with the transfer was not clear to me. I bought a timeshare eight years ago and I was just making an example, but I felt misled by the last representative that aided me in the transfer.

    The installer was friendly and very accommodating to where I wanted things put and he seemed to know what he was doing. The system is all-inclusive. I wanted a sensor on each window, a sensor on the door, a smoke carbon dioxide, and glass break motion detector. I wanted a complete system. I also like the app. If someone’s outside or if my landlord needs to get in or if I forgot to arm it, I can do it from my phone. The system is good, but as far as the situation I’m in now, I would never recommend Guardian Protection Services to anybody.

    This experience destroys everything that has happened in the past and now I’m dealing with this $1,000 bill. If they’re not gonna admit that they misled me or that there was an error and they won’t work with me on rolling it into my payment, then I’m gonna have to figure out how to get out of it because it’s not on my budget. My budget is $58 a month and that’s what I’ve been paying for the past for many years. I don’t want it any more than that, so if it’s gonna be more than that, I can’t continue the service.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Jason, thank you for the informative feedback. I have located your account and will have a Customer Loyalty supervisor follow up to discuss the billing from the transfer. I'm happy to hear you are enjoying the peace of mind a professionally monitored security system can bring.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Sept. 24, 2018

    The Guardian representative at the design center told me what was gonna be offered and the tech who did the installation was great. Also, the features of the system are what I need, so I'm satisfied with it and the smartphone features are very easy. The equipment has been exactly what we expect. It's nice to have and it's nice to know that there is a mechanism in place.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Angela,

    Thank you for reviewing your design experience with Guardian Protection. It's great to hear everything has met your expectations and we look forward to providing you with peace of mind.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Sept. 23, 2018

    I moved to a different house and I got this guy's name. He installed the Guardian Protection Services' system and he showed me how to use everything. It was all good. Once, my motion sensor went off when I was out of town. Something must have fallen over. The police told me that if I ever do it again, they're gonna charge me. But that was it. I haven't had any problems. It goes off when it's supposed to go off. That's what I need, so that's what I got.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Jay,

    Thank you for sharing a helpful review of your services. I'm glad to hear the professionally monitored security system is bringing you the peace of mind you deserve.

    Sincerley,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupOnline & App

    Reviewed Sept. 23, 2018

    We got Guardian Protection Services for our second vacation home because we are not gonna be there all the time. They were easy to deal with and I had a great interaction with their reps. The installation was made before we settled and it went great. Everything's fine with the features that I got in the system. I also use the app and it's easy.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Rachel,

    Thank you for sharing an informative review of Guardian Protection Services. We are honored to be your home security provider and are here around the clock when you need us the most.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Sept. 22, 2018

    I've had Guardian for a few years now and they have fulfilled most of their obligations to us. Their system's features are good too. Recently, we have been trying to get a light to protect our outside area. We had a group of people who broke into my son's car which was outside. They took some things out and did a bit of damage. However, Guardian's rep said we couldn't do anything because we gotta get the new system. Also, he said what we wanted would cost about $1,000.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi John,

    Thank you for the feedback on your services. We do not offer outside lighting but we do have outdoor cameras, if you're interested in adding please give us a call at 1-800-PROTECT.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Sept. 22, 2018

    I was disappointed with the person that did the Guardian Protection Services installation. He was on his phone the whole time. The minute he walked in, he was having a personal conversation and when it was time for him to finish up, he rattled through everything. My daughter didn't understand a word he said. He was trying to get it done which was disheartening. Also, I wanted additional features with the package, however, they weren't available. When I ask the installer, he said that it would be extra and that he doesn’t have it on his truck. I like the service that Guardian provides though.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Satrina,

    Thank you for the honest feedback on your installation experience as it will help us to coach this technician. If you have any questions or would like a walkthrough of the system please give us a call at 1-888-895-4805; we are here when you need us the most.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Sept. 22, 2018

    Guardian was the subcontractor for the contracting company we bought the house from. My wife works at the local high school as a counselor so we put Guardian's system in for added notification if someone or some teenage kid that might have a problem with her broke into the house. Their reps went down through the list of what we could do, then we pick what we wanted. Then the technician did what I expected during the installation. I met him at the house and he did whatever he did down in the basement at the box. He also explained how to use the keypad to arm and disarm the system.

    We have the system connected to three doors and a window downstairs, and then the motion detector. However, our understanding was that our two dogs and cat would not trigger the motion detector near one door. But every time I arm it, they trigger it. I can go online and disable that, but it's a rigamarole to do and I have yet to figure out how to do that from the keypad. I get a call right away if the dogs have tripped the alarm, as well. It’s connected to the garage door, too, so I can put it up or down remotely. Overall, our experience with Guardian Protection Services has been good.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi William,

    Thank you for sharing an informative review on Consumer Affairs. I'm glad to hear the system is providing your family with peace of mind. We are here to help when you need us the most!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Sept. 21, 2018

    The installation of my Guardian Security security system went well. It has features that are beneficial for me. I needed everything that's with my system especially the medical part. Also, I like that if anybody tries to get into my home or if anything happens, there is something to deter people. I'm happy with my experience so far with Guardian.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Miron,

    Thank you for sharing your experience with Guardian Protection Services. Our goal is to provide you with the peace of mind you deserve every day.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Sept. 21, 2018

    The installation representative of Guardian Protection Services was very thorough as if this was a brand new system and he explained everything. He walked my husband through every single aspect of how it works, so he appreciated that. He also didn't talk to my husband condescendingly or like he was dumb. I'm very pleased with their customer service support just by speaking with them on the phone and their willingness to help.

    One time, we set off our alarm accidentally, so they called us right away at midnight and we explained that we made a mistake. We put the wrong setting on but their reps were happy that everything was okay and it wasn't that we needed emergency assistance. I'm really happy when I call customer service. They're very responsive and very understanding. They always ask what they can do for me and I really appreciate that. When you call a company and you get that kind of customer service, it makes you feel good about paying the monthly fee and you don't feel bitter about it. It's definitely gonna be worth the money that we're investing in that.

    I'm also very happy with the features offered in our system. We have the doorbell camera and other people get that from other providers, but I like that it's all available with one provider and I can log into my app and keep track of my thermostat. Also, I can arm my system and disarm it remotely, so I'm really happy with those features. It's really cool. My parents and my in-laws help us with the children a lot while we're at work, so they can just call me and say that they're on the way and ask me to disarm the alarm. They're older, so having to press the buttons and the code makes them nervous. The fact that I can do it remotely is really neat.

    We definitely sleep a little easier knowing that we can arm the system and not worry about it. I tell others about the great customer service of Guardian Protection Services and how I like that everything is in one app. My parents have a home alarm system and they also have the doorbell, but those are two separate apps and they don't speak to each other. So, they have to go to two different places to review their security cameras. They have expressed that they wish they had something like mine, where it was all available in one, single application.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Christina,

    Thank you for taking the time to leave a detailed and informative review of your customer experience with Guardian Protection Services. We are so thrilled that the services are binging peace of mind and convenience to your everyday life.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Customer Service

    Reviewed Sept. 20, 2018

    Working with Guardian has been a bad experience. We have moved several times and our account has been linked to several different homes. I still receive alarm notifications from homes of the past. I have called and emailed for several months now to get this changed, and even with email confirmation, the situation continues. After being a customer for 4 years I'm ready to move on from this company. They said it would be a $700 charge. I have a business that has an alarm company that is much easier to deal with. I recommend doing your research first.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello Rob,

    Thank you for sharing an informative review of your experience. While our goal is delight each customer on every interaction; I'm sorry to hear we missed the mark. Upon seeing your review I escalated your concerns to the appropriate supervisor and we have left messages. Please give us a call back at your convenience to discuss.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Sept. 20, 2018

    The community that I moved into recommended Guardian Protection Services. I’ve spoken to two gentlemen at Guardian and both were very good and very knowledgeable. The tech who did the installation was very professional and explained everything. He was awesome. The smartphone features are perfect. I can send my daughter home from school, and open the door. It will open the garage and everything for her. It’s awesome. Everything works great so far. I’d recommend Guardian.

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    Response from Guardian Protection
    Hi Sharecia,
    It's great to know that you are taking full advantage of your new Guardian security system, especially the feature that lets you use your smartphone to safely open the door for your daughter after school. We hope that we can continue to add a little peace of mind to each day for you. Thank you for being a Guardian customer.
    Sincerely,
    Mary Lynn M.

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupMonitoringTech

    Reviewed Sept. 20, 2018

    The home already had a Guardian sign out front and it had some of the equipment inside but the reps I spoke first were the reason I chose Guardian. They seemed so down to earth and like they would be there if I need them, whereas, with other places, you would have to wait on hold. I liked the human interaction and I kept the service. The reps guided me with the features although I got a little bit confused because I've never had to work with stuff like this before. Also, the tech who installed the system kept calling me señorita every time he addressed me which was kind of weird and I didn't really like it. But it was not a big deal. He did great work and we had no problem.

    I like the features in my system but I don't really like the window break sensors. I wish it actually had a sensor if the window was open because if I'm gonna be broken into, I feel like they would just pry open the window as opposed to breaking it. So, I'm hoping that eventually, I'll be able to have enough money to get the actual sensor. Other than that, I like the Stay and Away features and the smartphone features are easy to work with. My mother-in-law was watching my dog for a week and she was able to do it with no problems. So, that was cool. Having Guardian adds peace of mind and it feels safer. I would recommend them and I already have. I'm on an app and people were looking for a security system and asked who should they go with and I told them Guardian is the way to go.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Samantha,

    Thank you for the feedback on your customer experience with Guardian Protection! We want to welcome you to the Guardian family and please give us a call any time you have further questions; we're happy to help. Also thank you for the recommendations, much appreciated!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Contract & Terms

    Reviewed Sept. 19, 2018

    My 80 year old mother with dementia has had to move from her house because she can no longer take care of herself. I have contacted Guardian to have her service terminated. We have been told there will be a $1260 cancellation fee. They said my options were to provide a doctor's verification or find someone to take over the contract. I am a single working mother who now has to take care of her mother and I do not have time to jump through these hoops just to terminate her service and she does not have $1260 just to cancel an account. And find someone to take over the contract??? Who does this??? I requested to speak with a supervisor and was told they refused to speak with me. I was also told my mother's account would be sent to collections. Guardian is taking advantage of the elderly by trying to get an outrageous fee from someone who can no longer care for themselves. This is disgusting!

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello,

    I looked into your account and this customer was sold, installed and is serviced by AHS Services, LLC (we only monitor the system signals for them.) They would handle your customer service concerns. Please contact AHS directly at 877-313-1030. Thank you!

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Sept. 19, 2018

    When I purchased the home, Guardian was referred to me. Their rep did a great job according to the person that I have at home. The pre-installation was done when the house was being built and then, they came and finalized the whole thing last week. My system's features are okay. So far, so good.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Miguel,

    Thank you for being a valued Guardian Protection customer! We appreciate your business and time to leave us 5-star feedback.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupTechOnline & App

    Reviewed Sept. 19, 2018

    When I went to the design center to pick out all the options for my home, the builder provided Guardian. All the people I’ve dealt with from Guardian, as well as all the products, have been great. The reps knew what they were talking about and they were friendly too. The installation went smoothly and the technician that came out to my house was great, very friendly, very nice, and was a hard worker. He also cleaned up after himself when he was done.

    We use the smartphone features every day and I like how I could check my cameras, check on my house when I wasn’t at home, and arm the system right from my bed on my phone. I’ve been impressed with the features. Since having the system, I’ve done some traveling and I feel safe when my family is at home when I’m not around. I would highly recommend Guardian. The cost is very reasonable as well.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Joel,

    Thank you for reviewing your experience with Guardian Protection Services. I'm glad to hear your builder recommended Guardian Protection and we look forward to providing you with peace of mind 24/7 when your security system is armed.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Tech

    Reviewed Sept. 18, 2018

    Everything with the Guardian sales rep was good, easy, simple, and straight to the point. The installers were very professional. They were easy-going, very understanding, and good at explaining on how the system works. My system's features are simple and not confusing, and I can disarm and arm the system at one easy push on my phone. I’m satisfied with everything.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Jorge,

    Thank you for choosing Guardian Protection for your security needs! I'm glad to hear the installer took his time to educate you on the system operations and it is proving user-friendly.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer Service

    Reviewed Sept. 18, 2018

    Guardian reps have been awesome. The guy that sold it to me and briefed me on it did an excellent job. He kept things moving forward and I appreciated it. Also, the guys that put it in were very friendly. One was training a new guy and both of them were very knowledgeable and had no issues. They answered all my questions and explained all of it to me. I had to go back and study the pamphlet to see exactly what was what and I'm becoming very comfortable with it.

    I had ADT before and with Guardian, I get texts or emails all the time. I know when somebody comes in the house late. It's much better, more technologically advanced than ADT is. Going out the front door, I don't have to turn the key or anything. I just point to a lock button and it locks automatically. I could see whether the door is locked from a slight distance because if it flashes red and that means it's locked. If it flashes green, it means it's unlocked. So, I liked that. But there's a little piece that is out of contact at one of the doors that came off and I pushed it back in but they will be coming out to make sure it doesn’t come off again. Also, when you come in or go out at night and dial a couple of wrong numbers into your system, you can't see the numbers because the pad is not lighted. I wish that could be taken care of.

    Outside of that, the equipment is great. With Guardian and my camera system, I feel much safer and secure. I can feel what's going on and see things before they get here. Guardian is by far the best I've heard of and I've seen. I've seen these local commercials on TV where they send you a box and you place stuff on the wall or the window and this system is not like that. You place up your smoke detector over your carbon monoxide detector or your glass break. It works well for me.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Franklin,

    thank you for sharing an informative review for Guardian Protection on Consumer Affairs. I hope the service visit took care of the few problems you had, if you have any further questions please reach out as we are happy to help! We look forward to helping to protect what matters most.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Customer Service

    Reviewed Sept. 17, 2018

    I was once a customer of this company and always received great service. I was deployed to Afghanistan in 2013. I was severely injured that caused me to be unable to keep my house. Guardian is now asking me to pay the $645.00 owed to them and I am only living off my VA disability. Was working with a manager then all of the sudden started getting calls from a law firm. I don't think they understand how much they don't compensate disabled vets that are unable to work. Very disappointed in how I have been treated after risking my life and well being for this country. After getting hurt doing so I am getting harassed for 645 dollars.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Guardian contacted this consumer for their address and no account exsists under this name, address or telephone number. We believe this consumer has us confused with Guardian Security Systems Inc. of Oklahoma as we do not service that area.

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    Richard increased rating by 2 stars.
    Contract & Terms
    After a positive interaction with Guardian Protection, Richard increased their star rating on Sept. 18, 2018.

    Updated review: Sept. 18, 2018

    After this review the company reached out to me and we came to a satisfactory agreement. Long story short I was a victim of a bait and switch by the (then) authorized dealer Skyline Security, which Guardian no longer does business with. The copy of the contract that I signed in ink was NOT the same as the one that was sent to me to electronically sign, which is what Guardian had in their system. Yes, I should have read the electronic copy. That is on me and I accept responsibility. However, that does not change that this is a very unscrupulous business practice on the part of Skyline Security.

    After seeing this review, Guardian revisited my complaint and we were able to come to agreement on the termination fee. While not completely eliminated, I can't rightfully say it should be since I shouldn't have assumed the third party dealer's electronic contract was on the up an up and it wasn't Guardian itself that directly made the sale. It is an amount I am able to pay, and will serve as a reminder to be more diligent when it comes to personal business affairs.

    I cannot revise this from a 1 star to 5 star review (there's a bad taste in everyone's mouth after this), but a satisfactory 3 star accurately reflects my experience as Guardian was willing to at least work with me (after much prodding) to make things somewhat right.

    Also, DO NOT EVER BUY ANYTHING FROM SKYLINE SECURITY IS SELLING YOU. EVER!

    Original Review: Sept. 17, 2018

    In April 2017 we were sold a contract with special conditions that Guardian has NOT lived up to. When we attempted to get this contract invalidated, they tell us they have a "more current" electronic contract and refuse to terminate the contract. We sent them a copy of our yellow form carbon copy and they ADMIT that the contracts do not match. Which means the SALESMAN SENT THEM A FALSIFIED CONTRACT without the special conditions.

    They are refusing to terminate an invalid deal and now are forcing us to get this resolved via the court system. I will not drop this and I refuse to be bullied by a company with shady business practices such as this one. Do not go with this company unless you want to be lied to and then told you must hold up your end of the bargain while they do whatever they want under the threat of ruining your credit.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Richard,

    We appreciate the honest update of your review and I'm glad we have come to a satisfactory agreement. Your feedback will help us craft and improve the consumer experience.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & Setup

    Reviewed Sept. 17, 2018

    I used Guardian Protection when I was staying in the home that I was renting. Then when I moved to a new home, Guardian did pre-wiring through my builder. The interaction with the person who sold Guardian to me was fine. However, when I was trying to get the system installed in my home, some of those interactions were shaky. Unbeknownst to me, I didn’t have an option to cancel or downgrade my service once it was already in. They also charged me the highest amount that they could. When I tried to inquire about the rate because I got a lower one from ADT and from Zenith, Guardian was rude in explaining to me why I had to stay with them or what I had to do in order to cancel. So we went back and forth. I asked the people to give me a callback but they never did so I ended up being stuck with them.

    The one thing that I didn’t like is that they brought me on when I was on the stages of designing my home. I did it back in February and then the home wasn’t built until July. They have custom features, but I didn’t really get an estimate of what I needed or wanted until after I got into the whole building phase. Nevertheless, the installation was quick and the quality of the system is so good. It has only been in for less than 30 days and I haven't had any problems. I also use the smartphone features and they're great. I feel confident that Guardian is definitely covering me. The alarm went off once because we did something incorrectly, learning the system, and they called right away. They were very friendly too. The service of Guardian is fine, overall.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Kimberly,

    Thank you so much for leaving a detailed review of your experience with Guardian Protection. While we do attempt to stay competitive with our pricing and plans; we think when it comes to something as important as home security that you truly get what you pay for. We hope our 100% U.S. based customer service and award-winning security monitoring bring you the peace of mind you deserve every day.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupCamera & VideoTechSales & Marketing

    Reviewed Sept. 17, 2018

    I like the different services that Guardian offered. Their sales reps were very knowledgeable and helped answer my questions. In fact, all of my questions were answered by Guardian's reps and they were very hands-on even when I was just getting my house built. The installation was also good and the installer showed me how to do everything. I have the system for two weeks now and I love its features. I like the video doorbell and the fact that I can turn my alarm off with my phone even before I get in my house. Also, the quality of the equipment is A-plus. One day, my alarm went off because of the smoke detector and their reps called me right away. They were very helpful. I feel very comfortable since having Guardian and I did not feel secure like that prior to having them. I was always checking my doors and every little sound. But now, I don't do that anymore and I feel safe. I would recommend them and tell others that they should sign up for Guardian.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Ebony,

    Thank you for taking the time to leave a review for Guardian Protection! It's wonderful to hear you are experiencing the peace of mind a professionally monitored security system brings; that is always our goal! We appreciate your business.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer Service

    Reviewed Sept. 16, 2018

    I called Guardian to inquire about their services, then they scheduled for the sales rep to come out on Tuesday night. We went over all of the paperwork and what was going to be installed and when. We’re satisfied with the system, so far. I like the idea that we have the options on our phone to arm and disarm the system and to do a panic on there. We just need to get it registered with the police department and that way, we make sure we had everything together. My experience with Guardian has been very smooth and I would recommend them.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Teresa,

    Thank you for choosing Guardian Protection for your security needs. If you have any question with the registration process please let us know. We look forward to helping to protect what you value most.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupContract & TermsOnline & App

    Reviewed Sept. 16, 2018

    We were referred by a friend to Guardian Protection Services but overall, I haven’t been too thrilled with it. The first time we used them, it was terrible. This time was okay but the only reason that we are still using it is because we’re stuck with the contract. We were lied to about a lot of stuff such as what we would get. I had to fight with the reps over the phone for three hours about the free installation. We ended up paying a few hundred dollars to get it installed when we moved. They also lied about the ways of the contract and it fell on me because I didn’t read the fine print when I signed everything. I shouldn’t have had to and the representative should have been honest with me. It was a cheater contract and a lot longer than two years.

    We moved in with my mother because we were trying to save up money for a down payment on the house. We were in my mom's house for 10 months and Guardian told us that our account was on a freeze and they would let us know if they were gonna unfreeze it. However, they randomly un-froze my account then charged me $50 when I was not even using the system. I called and I told them to give me my money back. They said they could credit it to my account for whenever it was turned back on which was fine. They refroze it but on the next month, they charged me again. I'm just not happy with it at all. They do not care and they haven't done anything to try to make it right. It’s extremely frustrating.

    There has been a couple of times where our camera randomly doesn’t work for no reason. It doesn't show up on the app even though it's working just fine. Then, it would come back on without us even doing anything. So that's kind of annoying, but other than that, the equipment is fine. I would not recommend them at all because of the bad customer service and not because of the equipment. I would tell people to go with ADT, or something else.

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    Reviewed Sept. 15, 2018

    I've been a customer of Guardian Protection since late 2011. I had a great experience with them through my time with my home in Austin, TX, and they were very helpful in freezing my account a couple years ago so I could pick it up again after my move to Dayton, NV. I was eligible for a nice system upgrade given my years as a customer, I was eager to accept. I got a great system with a camera and a glass break detector. Now this year is where problems begin. Several months after the camera was installed, it broke down. Since it should have been under warranty, I didn't hesitate to have someone come out and fix it. Turns out it had died and their tech replaced it. No big deal. I then got billed $200 for the service call, which left me a bit irate. I paid it and went back to having my functional camera.

    A few weeks ago, the camera broke down again. Upon calling Guardian, I find that my account has been sold without my knowledge to Brinks Security. Guardian says they can't help fix my camera because the account now belongs to Brinks. I've called Brinks now and they also apparently can't help me because Guardian is supposed to be responsible for the equipment as they are the ones that installed it. I'm furious, I've wasted a couple weeks trying to get someone from Guardian to help fix this mess to no avail. Feels like I've been a loyal customer for seven years just to be suddenly tossed aside when a problem arises with the equipment and now it feels like they're avoiding me. I'm giving this two stars only because of the past years of service where everything was great. No idea what changed this year, but I'm now heavily considering switching to another provider.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Pat,

    We're sorry to hear about the frustration. Guardian did transfer accounts to Brinks in areas where the customer will have better access to technicians in a timely manner under Brink's care. A letter should have been mailed out to notify you of the change of providers.Typically a camera only carries a limited warranty. If you have any questions please contact Brinks directly to discuss. We hope the system still brings you peace of mind while away from home.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupSales & Marketing

    Reviewed Sept. 15, 2018

    We built a home with Ryan Homes and got Guardian for our home security. The Guardian reps were excellent when they were setting us up and were very informative. They walked us through the entire process and they all knew what they were talking about. And with us not ever owning a home security system, it was great to get all the information. The overall price is good too, especially the monthly. The whole process was seamless.

    The installation process was a little longer than expected though, but we got additional security sensors on the windows. We also didn’t get the discount that would’ve been offered through the sales rep. We were never told about it prior to him coming on site. The sales rep knew that we had a big dog that would set off the motion detector, so we can’t really have the motion detector on. So we got the glass breaker, but that doesn’t really help because windows are not broken and just wedged up. And it would’ve been nice to have an extra sensor for the window at the same price because they got one less and it was ten more dollars. But overall, the equipment is of high quality.

    We use the smartphone features too and I like that I can turn things on and off from my phone. It’s very convenient. Also, when we open a door, if we don’t turn the system off, there’s that loud noise. We have 60 seconds to turn it off, but it’s nice not having that really loud noise with the dog inside. Since having Guardian, I feel safe. Even if I forget to turn on the security system, it’s nice to know I can see if any doors are open while that is on. I would recommend Guardian Protection.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Jean,

    Thank you for sharing an informative review. We are here around the clock if you ever have questions please give us a call at 1-888-895-4805. We appreciate your business and look forward to helping to protect what matters most.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Sept. 15, 2018

    Guardian has been good. I've had fine interactions with their team so far. The guys who did the installation were excellent and the quality of their work was good.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Michael,

    Thank you for sharing a customer testimonial. We love hearing from our customers and appreciate the feedback. Have a safe day with Guardian Protection Services!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Sept. 14, 2018

    Guardian Protection Services offered free installation that wound up costing $100 and three parts but we didn’t mind because they gave us free GE equipment. The salesman was a nice guy and he knew what he was doing. Also, the installers were pleasant and easy to work with. The installation went smoothly but they wound up reinstalling the system a couple of times because of equipment failures. The batteries would last a week, two at the most. We got tired of having them come out and replace the battery and they wanted to charge us for it. So, I told them, “Get it working, or take it out of here.” That was when they sent one of their senior installers to install it correctly and it has worked ever since. We’d like to see a few more internet-based services, but it is what it is. It wasn’t an option at the time we got the system. We’ve been pleased with the system but go with one of the cheaper services. We didn’t need the $52 bill a month for that kind of service.

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    Response from Guardian Protection
    Hi Lawrence,
    I am happy to hear that your system is functioning to your satisfaction and that our tech experts were able to help you. I note that you have some camera options in your system that offer enhanced levels of surveillance. We've found that our pricing for a system with these features is in-line with similar systems from other companies. We always strive to deliver satisfaction. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you need additional assistance. We are happy to help.
    Mary Lynn M.

    Customer Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceContract & Terms

    Reviewed Sept. 14, 2018

    We were robbed and thereafter we decided to go with Guardian. Their technicians came in and put in the alarm system. While their customer service has been okay, it's a lot of money for what we get. When we got their equipment, there was hardly any other optics around except ADT. Now people can buy a security camera for 50 bucks and get it for a month with the same business for $20 a month. Instead, we're paying $50. We signed the contract and we have to be with them for five years, so we're stuck. People should be careful when getting Guardian's system. While everything else about them is fine, I wouldn't recommend this company for the price.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello,

    Thank you for the valued feedback. While Guardian does attempt to stay competitive with our pricing, we think when it comes to home security you truly get what you pay for. Professional 24 hour monitoring and 100% U.S. based customer service can provide peace of mind at any time. Please give us a call anytime with questions; we appreciate your business!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Sept. 13, 2018

    There was a box already set up in the living room for Guardian's system and their reps got me a deal since my house was already pre-wired. Albie was a good guy and as a representative, he helped me out tremendously. He explained step by step what they were gonna do and how we were gonna set up. He got the cameras right where I wanted them as far as placement goes, and he did a very good job. Overall, The features offered in my system are good and I like them. What I got also came with a surround sound system. Having Guardian has made it safer for the house because I'm out in West Texas and I'm gone two weeks at a time. Just the sense that my stuff is not being stolen while I'm gone is good enough for me.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Benito,

    I'm so glad to hear you are enjoying the peace of mind a professionally monitored security system can bring. Please feel free to give us a call anytime you have additional questions.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Sept. 13, 2018

    I'm a first-time homeowner and the seller had Guardian. He transferred it to us so I went ahead and took the same. My wife was there for the installation and everything seemed great. She was happy with them installing. It's a good equipment and they seem to do exactly what I need. Also, I use the smartphone app to arm and disarm. I feel good and safe since having Guardian and I'm happy with them and the service.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Steven,

    Thank you for being a valued Guardian Protection customer! Also thank you for the feedback on your installation. We are happy to hear the system is providing you with peace of mind.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceSmart Devices

    Reviewed Sept. 12, 2018

    I searched a lot of security companies and Guardian sounded good at that time for me. Their customer service is normally good. I get very frustrated sometimes, and the only reason is that I would get a person that doesn’t know what they're doing and they refuse to pass me to somebody else that can help me better. I've walked into a couple of those problems. Also, we didn't get a capable panel to do Z-Wave home automation because Guardian's prices are totally crazy. They told me they don't deal with devices that are already Z-Wave, which I have, and that I would have to buy stuff from them but their prices are not cheap. And I understood that, but at the same time, if you have a car and you have insurance, you don’t have to sell the car and buy a new car to get another insurance company.

    I have two locations with Guardian, a house in New Jersey and another in Florida. With anything we do in New Jersey, everything runs smooth. If there's any problem, we take care of it right away and everything is cool. With the house in Florida, because I get the service and I get the knowledge in New Jersey, I expect to have the same thing, which should be the same. But every time we do something, something always comes out and most of the time, something goes wrong. The biggest issue I have with the Florida location is that the devices don’t function the same as up here in New Jersey. We always have a problem with the batteries.

    Also, for example, I would call for a service call in Florida and the guy would come out without the piece that I called about. But the last couple of times have been a lot better. They have been really good the last year because they were quick and they've been a lot better than what it used to be. We used them a lot. It has been not bad so far and I just signed up with them again for two years. I feel better when I go away or when I go to sleep at night because I know that if something is to happen, I'll always have a system that can tell me somebody is breaking through the backdoor. In a sense, it's peaceful that way. Guardian is good and reliable.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Alexander,

    Thank you for having Guardian Protection in two locations! I'm sorry to hear your user experience hasn't been the same but we appreciate the feedback. I'm also glad to hear the system is providing you the peace of mind you deserve.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceContract & Terms

    Reviewed Sept. 12, 2018

    The Guardian reps' professionalism and demeanor were fine. They asked me how many doors and windows are in the house, so they kind of guided me. The features in my system are great and the overall quality of our equipment is good. I like being able to turn my system on and off with my phone, too. However, I was a little irritated at how much it was going to be to put the system in my home. I asked if they would match what other companies were offering, but they would not. I didn’t have a chance to cancel my contract, because they were gonna charge me $500 to cancel my contract.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello Christine,

    Thank you for the valuable feedback as it will help us improve the consumer experience. We are so glad you are enjoying the system and hope it brings you peace of mind every day. Please give us a call at 1-888-895-4804 anytime with additional questions.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Customer ServiceContract & Terms

    Reviewed Sept. 11, 2018

    So being in the Army I move all the time. When I first started service you guys said that it would be no issue moving and for my first move it wasn't. I had to pay a small $30 charge for the service call and was good to go. Now I just moved again and tried to get my services moved and was told you guys don't do the relocation thing anymore and would have to pay $600 for relocating. Which means you just decided to change your mind on how your policies work.

    I am not going to pay $600 to move the services and so talked to customer service. They said I had to pay $750 to cancel which is not reasonable because if you guys did the move before and that was your policy and you changed your policy afterwards then you are changing the terms. I just don't understand how you can do business like this, if you knew that before I started service that I was in the military and moved around a lot. Now I am not sure what to do. I am canceling but do not feel like I should have to pay $750 for this to happen.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello,

    After seeing your review I escalated your concerns to the Customer Loyalty Department. We spoke to Michelle Schriver on 9/12/18 and advised there has been no change to our military program but have had changes to our relocation program due to rising costs. Since this customer is not moving on military orders we have agreed to reduce the early termination fee in good faith for the customer.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Sept. 11, 2018

    The home I moved into was already wired for Guardian, and I called and made arrangements for the technicians to come out and give me a quote on the services. They were professional and informative. The installation went very smoothly, though I thought the sales person was gonna follow up after the installation was completed but he did not. Fortunately, everything went well. So far, the system is pretty good. It's quite user-friendly. The services are definitely satisfactory and they're a good company to consider for security services.

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    Response from Guardian Protection
    Hi Holestine,
    I'm happy to hear that the installation and activation of your Guardian system went well and that you're finding the system to be user-friendly. Thank you for the valuable feedback; we will make sure to coach this sales representative so that the experience for future customers is better. We are here around the clock to help when you need us the most!
    Sincerely,
    Mary Lynn M.

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Sept. 11, 2018

    My wife chose Guardian Protection Services and they were helpful. They provided information like how the system would benefit our house, what to install and the best way to install. During installation, the techs explained what they had in place and they didn't leave a mess. Also, I like the features we got. With the smartphone features, it's easy to arm and disarm my house. And the system serves its purpose. Having Guardian improved my confidence, especially when we have to be somewhere for an extended period of time. It has been a good experience so far.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Drew,

    Thanks so much for reviewing your experience with Guardian Protection on Consumer Affairs. It's great to hear the professionally monitored security system is providing you peace of mind while away from home. We are here around the clock when you need us the most!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Tech

    Reviewed Sept. 10, 2018

    We've always had some type of a system in place, and our Guardian system works with what we had. It's nice to have peace of mind. Guardian's technicians were great. They walked me through all the different pieces of the system. I like the features on our system. They're perfect for what we need them for. It's great to have the alarm system part of it to the door and the camera. Also, the overall quality of our security equipment is excellent. I've had no issues with it and it's worked where I need it to. I like the availability to have different users. When my daughter checks in, I know that she put her code in and that she's home. So, it's a good feature.

    We had ADT in the past and I liked the service, but Guardian's been great with having the doorbell and everything else. The only thing I don't like about Guardian right now is that I get too many notifications, and there's no way to really hone it down to less. I called Guardian's customer service about reducing the notifications and how sensitive things are. Their representatives have been fine and they handled my situation well. I just don't think that there's anything in place that allows them to be able to adjust it any further than it is.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Joseph,

    Welcome to the Guardian Protection family! We are excited you switched over to our system and it sounds like you are taking advantage of all the great smart home features. We are here around the clock if you ever have additional questions.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupEase of Use

    Reviewed Sept. 10, 2018

    I feel better having my Guardian security system in my home. Guardian was recommended to me. The sales rep had been fine and the guy who installed the system was good. Their customer service is doing their job, but I had to go around them because I had a system that was 10 days old, and the sensor fell off. They told me it was gonna be five days to get somebody out here to put the sensor back on. So I called my salesperson, and within an hour, I had somebody here. I like the features in my system. They’re easy to use. I use the smartphone features a lot, and I like it better than the control panel because my control panel’s not with me all the time.

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    Response from Guardian Protection
    Hi Lee Ann,
    I am happy to hear that you feel more comfortable in your home, thanks to your Guardian security system. There is nothing like the peace of mind that comes with feeling safer. I hope that you enjoy the convenience it offers, too. I am sorry about the delay on the sensors but am glad we were able to work it out to your satisfaction. If there is anything else that you need, please call us at 1-888-895-4805 and we'll be happy to help you.
    Sincerely,
    Mary Lynn M.

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & Setup

    Reviewed Sept. 9, 2018

    The saleslady from Guardian Protection gave us all the options and the functions. She explained it very good and the locations to where to put things. She has very good suggestions as well. The installation was low-key. There was no pressure. It was very easy going, comfortable and a good experience. The system has a lot of features that we never heard about. The installation guy was very informative. We enjoyed it. It’s like going shopping. There was a lot of security issues, things that we never knew about that is out there, that you could control with a phone. I appreciate all their help and all the information. Even though we didn’t have any experience like any breaking or anything yet, it sounds good and I will recommend it. They help with insurance too.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Eva,

    Thank you for the helpful feedback on your experience with Guardian Protection, it will help inform other customers shopping for our services. It's great to hear you are taking advantage of the homeowners insurance discount as well. We are here around the clock when you need us the most.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Sept. 9, 2018

    Everything went well in communicating with the Guardian reps and I had my son, who was familiar with the system, help us through the process with the salesman. The tech, Ronnie, was very good and he explained everything very well. He was very meticulous about getting things organized in the box and getting it set up. The features are good and I just have to learn them. I had an incident where I was cooking and the smoke alarm went off. I couldn't remember what my password was. Everybody called and the next thing you know, the fire department was here. Other than that, the quality of the equipment has been good. I love the smartphone features, especially the ability to open and close the garage doors. We have had it for about a month and I have always felt secure since having Guardian.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Kenneth,

    Thank you for sharing excellent feedback on your experience with Guardian Protection. I'm glad to hear the smart phone features are bringing convenience to your everyday life!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Sept. 8, 2018

    This is our first home so we decided to have Guardian, and we got a decent price for it. However, they told me they were gonna charge us 47 when we got it, but they charged us 67. In any case, There were two representatives that came. One explained to us everything how it works, and the other one that set the system up explained to us how to put the alarm. The installation went well and it didn't take long.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Leslie,

    Thank you for reviewing your customer experience with Guardian Protection! I have located your account and wanted to ensure you that the first bill was prorated and your normal monthly bill will be the $47.99. Please give us a call anytime you have further questions!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    TechSmart Devices

    Reviewed Sept. 8, 2018

    My neighbor said Guardian Protection Services was a great company so I decided to give them a try. The salesperson showed up on time and explained everything to me. The tech explained everything too and went over the system with me. He had me go through some things with the system to test it out to make sure I knew what I was doing. Everything was fine. The system is very nice and neat, and the features are great. The smart features and the quality of the equipment are very nice. I’d tell others to go ahead with Guardian Protection Services. It's perfect and it’s worth it.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Gwendolyn,

    Thank you so much for sharing an informative review of your experience with Guardian Protection. It's always great to hear when a sales and installation experience goes well, that is always our goal. We look forward to providing your family with peace mind.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupContract & Terms

    Reviewed Sept. 7, 2018

    The features in Guardian’s package were comparable to what I had but the panel was button and they charged for the screen whereas with the other company, it was included. I went with them even if I didn't want to because I wanted the camera out back immediately and I didn’t wanna have to wait. The initial salesperson from Guardian was terrible and he was very hard to find. I had to call other people to contact him regarding the contract before I signed. The installation part was great but he just explained the basics. So, there are probably still things about the system that I don’t know. The follow-up felt like it was because they were supposed to call and not that they were really trying find out if there was anything they can do to help me. They were doing the bare minimum because they were already in there with the builder. So, it was not a good experience and I would not recommend them to anybody.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Tracey,

    Thank you for the valuable feedback; we will make sure to coach this sales representative so that the experience for future customers is better. If you are still experiencing any issues please respond here or give us a call at 1-888-895-4805. We are here around the clock to help when you need us the most!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Sept. 6, 2018

    The construction company that I used recommended Guardian Protection Services. We sat down with them and they explained us how they work, and they just sounded pretty straight. We had a long interaction with the salesman with a film and he explained the equipment, how it would work and how it was gonna be installed. It was installed better than they said because I didn’t know it was inside the walls. However, the device that controls the garage door wasn’t completed because the garage door motor had a problem when they installed it. I’m supposed to call back and make an appointment to complete that installation, but everything else is working fine. They installed the see and talk to the person through the doorbell camera and I like that you can just use the cellphone to make the system work. I told others that the system is working perfectly fine and it is a good option to observe and consider.

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    Response from Guardian Protection
    Hi Jose,
    I am happy to hear that your Guardian system is exceeding your expectations. Like you, other Guardian customers appreciate the convenience of seeing and talking to anyone who's at the door through the doorbell camera. They also really like controlling many system features, such as Arm and Disarm, through their smartphones. It's nice to hear that you are using the features, too. To make that appointment to get your garage door controller finished, just call 1-888-895-4805. In the meantime, I hope that you will continue to use your Guardian security system to get the peace of mind you appreciate.
    Mary Lynn M.

    Customer Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceTech

    Reviewed Sept. 6, 2018

    We feel safer having an alarm system, especially when we're going on a trip. That was why we wanted to get it. Then we called Guardian and had an installation team come. That was five years ago and everyone we've dealt with has been extremely helpful and friendly. All the technicians have been really nice, and all the customer service has been terrific. We haven't had any problems or difficulties, and in terms of the system's features, we're happy with everything. We recommend it.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Amanda,

    Thank you for reviewing your experience with Guardian Protection! I'm so glad to hear the system is bringing you the peace of mind you deserve, especially when away from home.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Contract & Terms

    Reviewed Sept. 5, 2018

    I have had this company over a year now and I realized that my email alerts changed to Brinks. I reached out to them and found out they put me down for a 5 year contract. They sold me over to Brinks without my knowledge. The guy from Guardian assured me that I would be under a 2 year contract. They will take advantage of single woman. Buyers be aware. I can only imagine how they treat the elderly. I will never recommend them!!!

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Christina,

    we're sorry to hear about the frustration. Guardian did transfer accounts to Brinks in areas where the customer will have better access to technicians in a timely manner under Brink's care. A letter should have been mailed out to notify you of the change of providers. If you have any questions please contact Brinks directly to discuss. We hope the system still brings you peace of mind while away from home.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Sept. 5, 2018

    I was very pleased with Guardian's proposal before I went to buy from them. When I worked with their reps, they were very friendly. They gave me options and got me the system I needed. Furthermore, their installer knew exactly what to do and he was very resourceful. He was also communicative and explained to me all the things I needed to know. Since the installation, I've been liking the remote alarm and dis-alarm of my system. I also very pleased with the doorbell with a camera. I recently used it as there was something going on in our neighborhood and we were able to see something through it. I think other people should get Guardian's system.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Juan,

    Thank you for sharing an informative review of your services with Guardian Protection! We appreciate your business and feedback on your experience.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    TechEase of Use

    Reviewed Sept. 4, 2018

    My son had Guardian Protection Services for a year and he liked it, so we got our home security system from them. Their reps were very informative and good. We knew what we wanted but they talked about different things and helped us. Also, the installers were fine. We're satisfied with the features that we got with the system. We've had the equipment for three weeks now and we like it. The smartphone features are easy to use and we use them 90% of the time.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Dave,

    Welcome to the Guardian Protection family! It's great to hear you were referred to us by your son who is also a happy customer. Our goal is provide your family with peace of mind every day.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Tech

    Reviewed Sept. 3, 2018

    Guardian Protection Services was recommended to me by my sister, Joanne. Their reps guided me in the selection and they handled the account very well. When I objected to something, they were able to work around it. Also, the installers were very efficient and thorough in showing us how to operate the system. The equipment’s quality is good and I haven't had any malfunctions. The system gives me peace of mind and we know that our house is protected.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Wayne,

    Thank you for choosing Guardian Protection for your security needs! It's so great to hear you were referred to us by Joanne, we look forward to helping to protect your family!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceTechEase of Use

    Reviewed Sept. 2, 2018

    I took over the Guardian Protection security system from the previous owner of the house. When I moved into the house, I had two false alerts and it happened one more time last week. The alarm started making that loud sound at 4 o’clock in the morning it. So, I ran out and the system said that the garage window broke. When I walked to the garage, nothing was going on. That was what exactly happened before and it's something that I don't want to happen because I have a one-year-old baby and it was scary. It's also terrible for one-year-old babies. Guardian called me right away and asked if I needed a police to come in. The rep told me I could probably get a monitoring department, but I told him everything was fine.

    The technician came over, checked everything and he said everything was fine, and he left. The security system is doing good in general and I'm happy so far. Also, the smartphone features are a good idea and they are pretty easy to use. When I forgot to turn on the system, I was able to turn it on when I was two hours away from my house.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello Husam,

    Thank you for sharing an informative review! I'm glad everything has been going smoothly since the service visit. We are here 24 hours a day if you ever have further questions.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Aug. 31, 2018

    We had Guardian Protection Services before, then we switched to Vivint. But Vivint sucked, so we came back to Guardian. Guardian is much better and I liked the features that were offered to me with my service. The reps have been good the installation was great.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Brandi,

    Thank you so much for returning to the Guardian Protection family! We are happy to have you back and hope the system provides you the peace of mind you deserve.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & Setup

    Reviewed Aug. 29, 2018

    Guardian Protection Services was recommended by our builder Jimmy, our salesman, was really great, very friendly and knowledgeable. The installation was a very pleasant experience. It was very easy. Christian, our installation tech, was great too. He was very friendly and pleasant. He was one time, had gotten the work done, and didn't leave a mess. He also showed me how to operate everything.

    Two weeks later, we had an issue with the battery in one of the little squares next to the smoke detector. We were not able to use our security system because we had to reset it at least three times a day, which was annoying. We had to wait a couple of weeks for the issue to get resolved. Aside from that, everything was good, even the customer service that we called to get that issue taken care of. They were very friendly and helpful. I like my cell phone app, which makes it very convenient when I’m leaving in a hurry and I forget to set my alarm. So far, everything has been great. I feel a little more secure with Guardian Protection Services. My husband feels even better than me. He’s not home nightly and he has more peace of mind.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Leah,

    Thank you for the detailed review of your services with Guardian Protection! We appreciate the feedback and are so happy your family is experiencing the peace of mind a monitored security system brings. Please give us a call anytime you need additional assistance.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTechEase of Use

    Reviewed Aug. 27, 2018

    When we moved in, Guardian was already installed at the house but the system hadn't been activated yet. I had quite a few conversations with their reps when I thought it was malfunctioning but it turned out that it was the smoke detector slash carbon monoxide detector that was malfunctioning. When the technician came to check the system, I had them activated the system at the same time. There was a lot of back and forth but the people were very kind and accommodating. I was initially told that there would be one-price because I was gonna go with a landline service with the system versus a cell phone service. When the technician got here, he said it would just be too difficult to use the landline because we got the drill pretty broken. As a consequence, they gave me a small discount on my monthly service since I had to use a cell phone.

    The panel that pre-existed when I moved here was outdated. The technician who came to activate the system changed the panel. He put in a touch screen feel and it was really nice. The system's features are simple and I like it. I am alone with a younger sister who has Down syndrome so she's very low functioning, and it's difficult getting her in and out of the house. She's ambulatory, but it's still difficult because there are stairs. It's a new place for her so she has been afraid of the house. It's been nice having a system that is so easy to use. I have to take her outside, go back in the house and activate the system, then go back out. When we arrive home, I have to move her outside for a minute then run in and deactivate the system.

    I have been really happy with the functionality of the system and I am a lot more secure. Knowing that the system is on at night for us is a big bonus. I could sleep a lot easier and more comfortable as well. Guardian is affordable and I like how the system is set up, their customer service and their technician. We were a mess the first couple of weeks and I asked the name of the second technician because if I have to call in the future, I would ask him. It has been a great experience with Guardian and I have no complaints.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Wanda,

    Thank you so much for sharing an informative customer testimonial. We love to hear responses like this where the monitored security system provides such peace of mind. Please call us anytime we can be of further assistance!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Aug. 26, 2018

    Guardian is very good and it is a lot better than the previous security that I had. I went with them because two people were saying it was better, and it was better for the price, too. They have called when I have set the alarm off by mistake. So, everything has been good. The reps I have dealt with were very nice as well. The installation and the time that it took were exactly what they had said that they would be. I was also able to customize the features on my system. It is great.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Katherine,

    Thank you for switching to Guardian Protection Services! We are honored to help protect what matters most to you in Tampa, Florida. Have a safe day!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Aug. 25, 2018

    We have Guardian in a different property and it has been good. So we decided to consolidate and the installation was excellent. The technician did as well as he could do. Everybody has all been good and the system is working so far. It feels good having it and I like its phone access feature. Guardian does what they're supposed to do.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Tony,

    Thank you for sticking with Guardian Protection Services! Your review will be helpful to others searching for home security and we hope the system brings you peace of mind.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer Service

    Reviewed Aug. 24, 2018

    We moved in to a house that we built with Epcon. But I wanted to have a built-in vex machine and Epcon has never done it before. So, they were looking around and we ended up getting a security system with Guardian. When we went for our initial meet, their reps were very good and very helpful. We did it in a hurry because Epcon had to get through all their stuff right away before we even started building. But the people from Guardian were very careful to explain stuff to us. Their names were Michael and Richard and they were great.

    We've been with Guardian for about 3 1/2 weeks and the only thing we’re waiting on now is for the Z-Waves to be put in the switches. We’re supposed to have that so that we could do our thermostat, our lights, and our garage door. Apparently, somewhere there was a glitch in the communication between Guardian and Epcon since Epcon had never worked with that before and I didn’t even know what that was before. So far, the gal that we deal with personally is off today and tomorrow. After that, we’re gonna have her come over and we’re gonna detail it out for her, because they were supposed to contact the boss or the project managers about it. So, she’ll get to the top honchos so that they'll make sure they get together, get over here, and put the rest in.

    Other than that, the other reps in Guardian's team that came out to the house gave us very good service. We had a lot of trouble understanding one of the guys that came out, Victor, when he was trying to explain stuff to us. But he tried and he really spent a lot of time here. Then the next time they came out, they came with two guys who explained everything and we were happy. They did a good job and the security system is user-friendly. In fact, I set it off this morning as I forgot it was on. Unlike older systems, the alarm knew that I had set it off and turned it off. So, they didn’t even make a call to the house. And the response was within seconds so, they knew that I had recoded it.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Marlene,

    Thank you for choosing Guardian Protection for your security needs! We appreciate your time to leave an informative phone review with Consumer Affairs. Please give us a call if you have any further questions after your visit.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Tech

    Reviewed Aug. 24, 2018

    Guardian Protection came with the house that I bought and the installer has done a great job. I've been with them for about a month and everything’s been great so far. I like the keyless pad or the keyless entry to the door and I like that I could control everything with my app in my phone. However, my cameras have been out, so that’s an issue.

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    Reviewed Aug. 23, 2018

    Super Tim said I had to be held to the contract but on their terms. Contract was dated 5 months prior to when they began counting it. Price was different and I wasn’t receiving all of the services! Scam!

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    Customer Service

    Reviewed Aug. 23, 2018

    I just signed up with Guardian Protection Services a couple of months ago. I'm impressed with their customer service and the security system. It is a great system and I’m very happy with it. Since I've had them, I feel excellent.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Eric,

    Welcome to the Guardian Protection family! We're so thrilled to hear the system is already providing you with the peace of mind you deserve. Please give us a call anytime we can be of further assistance.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer Service

    Reviewed Aug. 23, 2018

    I needed a home security system and a girl who works in the office that my sons’ owns said she has Guardian and hooked me up with it. Then, I traveled and when I came in town six weeks ago, I had it put in in my house. A nice young lady came there and another truck shot came in there. Then, there was another gentleman who did a lot of stuff and had it all done. Then, I went back to Canada and something went wrong with the system. They called me and I flew back in and the guy got everything straightened out. The gentleman that came out here was phenomenal. His name was Eric and he got it all straightened out. My doorbell worked and my bedroom smoke alarm weren't working properly and they worked. He did tremendous and I was very well-pleased with it.

    I like the features and it all works real good. I can push the button and I can see who's walking up to the front of my house and that makes me feel very nice and wonderful. I'm not even there but I can watch what's going on in my house. I use my cellphone and I can push the button right there. I would tell somebody about Guardian because I'm in show business and I travel constantly all the time. A lot of my friends do the same thing. With Guardian, I feel much safer at night. It makes you feel good that you know that you can look at something or see what's going on. I wish they could put it on my RV Coach.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Wayne,

    Thank you for sharing your experience with Guardian Protection! I'm so glad to hear the monitored security system brings you peace of mind while away from home and working. Have a safe day!

    Sincerley,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer Service

    Reviewed Aug. 22, 2018

    We recently moved, and Guardian helped us to transfer and set up the new equipment. It took the guy some time, probably from 8:30 to 1:30, as he was trying to figure out something that wasn't up. He had to call the customer service to get something that we needed to activate the system. And then, with figuring out where to put the cameras, my husband felt like the guy didn't really suggest where. I get it that he wanted us to determine where we want it, but my husband wanted a little bit more direction or for the guy to suggest a good spot because he's an experienced professional. So, once my husband asked about it, then the guy stepped up and shared.

    Our keypad now looks totally different than what we had before. It's a touchscreen where the other one was a regular keypad. We also use the app all the time. I like it. We're able to arm or disarm the system and check our cameras with it. Having Guardian brings that extra sense of security that in case something happens, someone would be there. Everything in our experience with them has been good. I would recommend them.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Danielle,

    Thank you for sharing an excellent testimonial on Consumer Affairs! I'm so glad to hear you moved and upgraded your system with Guardian Protection. We are here to help protect what matters most to you in the Raleigh, NC region!

    Verified purchase
    Customer Service

    Reviewed Aug. 22, 2018

    I had been with Guardian Protection Services for nine years. I liked the price of their service and the few times I did have to call and ask questions, their customer service was good. I never had to argue and the bills were always correct. I had a simple system, so my experience was just simple and I appreciated that. The equipment was very functional. Nothing ever failed that I was aware of. However, I moved so I paid off my account and the account is closed now.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Tonia,

    Thank you for being a Guardian Protection customer over the years! If you ever have security needs in the future please let us know, we are always happy to help!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Aug. 22, 2018

    Aside from our neighbor having Guardian, we also saw good reviews about them so we decided to go with Guardian and have had them for about 10 years.

    Overall, they have good knowledge, expertise and professionalism and the features offered in their system are competitive. However, the physical panels are older. But it's better to have the system than not to have it.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Paul,

    Thank you for being a long time customer! We appreciate your business over the years and are always happy to discuss an upgrade if interested please give us a call at 1-800-PROTECT.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Aug. 21, 2018

    I was pleased with Guardian Protection's service. There were a few hiccups with the installation, but it was just the fact that the tech didn’t have the part. The tech did a great job though. I’m satisfied with the product and couldn’t be happier.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Greg,

    Thank you for taking the time to review your experience with Guardian Protection! We are glad to hear the issue was resolved and you are enjoying the security services.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Aug. 21, 2018

    I have been with Guardian since July. Dealing with them went fine except when the guy came to install everything. I thought I was getting something different. So then, the very nice salesman had to come back. And then, I recently got a smartphone, so I could access my system with that too which is good. And then, it was funny because my salesman said he'd come back and would be happy to help me set up the smartphone app. Then I happened to talk to somebody who said he could help me but had a problem. So, I was surprised that he wasn’t able to help me. My daughter helped me and I found out that instead of going in Google, we were supposed to go in Google Store. Overall, I'm very happy that I decided to get a security system. The only thing is that they had promised me two months free and I haven't seen that yet, so I'm a little bit concerned about that.

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    Reviewed Aug. 20, 2018

    About a week ago, I purchased my new home. I inherited an inactive Guardian alarm system, that I was not able to address, until this morning. My plan was to contact this company, but of course, there were so many things to do and address right after settlement; I was not able to address this, right away. This morning, at 4:30, my power went out, and when it came back on, the alarm began beeping, rapidly. After a few minutes of that, and trying to figure out what was going on (we were half asleep), the alarm started going off, as if someone had just broke in. The screen said battery and then AC.

    I contacted Guardian to find out how to turn it off. I explained that I just bought the house, and that I do not have an account with them, but I needed their help asap. The first person I spoke with, Andy, kept telling me I needed the password. I explained, I have no password, I just bought this house. Andy did not care, so I asked for his supervisor, Michael. Michael was the same. Like a robot, every response was simply, I need the password. He finally said, you could call customer service at 6:00am, and they could help you.

    At that time, it was about 4:45am. Miraculously, the alarm stopped. I said what if it happens again? What could I do? His response again was, I need your password. I said, so what you are saying is that for the next, near hour and a half, I am stuck, since I have no password. He said I can contact the previous owners (as if it is that simple at 4:30am), and ask them for the password.

    Fast forward to 6:15am; of course, power goes out again, and rapid beeping is back. This time, I spoke with someone else, and she was able to walk me through disconnecting the system. I understand the security aspect, but if I am practically begging for help with an alarm that is going off at 4:30 in the morning, and I cannot provide a password, why couldn't they just contact their customers on file, and ask them if everything was ok, since their alarm was being reported as setting off. At that moment, their customers could have confirmed that they no longer reside in that house. How absolutely awful of this company to not use the heads to try to find a way to work with me, the first time around.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Charmaine,

    I'm sorry you had a negative experience. As you noted, their are security risks associated with advising someone without an alarm password regarding an alarm going off. In situations like the one you describe, we do not always have the old owners contact info and we do not know if another company has activated one of our former systems. I understand how frustrating this is in the middle of the night, but we always have to err on the side of security.

    Sincerely,
    Katelyn G.

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupOnline & App

    Reviewed Aug. 20, 2018

    Guardian is way better than ADT in terms of responsiveness and customer service. Guardian's reps have been very helpful with every question I have to help me hook things up, and use the phone and the app. The installation of the system also went really well. When we had a cable in the wrong place, the guy changed it for us, and he hooked it up. He answered all the questions that we had and he took his time. Also, I love all the features of my Guardian system such as the phone, the camera, etc. They're really great and they are A1 quality equipment. Using the app, I can close the garage door, open it, look at the camera outside and talk to the people. too. I feel safer having Guardian and I'm happy with their service.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Cadisa,

    Thank you for switching to the Guardian Protection family! It's great to hear your sales and installation experiences have went so well; that is always our goal!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Aug. 20, 2018

    I had Guardian Protection at my other house for 15 years and I didn’t have any issues until we moved. I called to let them know that we were building another house and to have it prewired just like we had the previous one. I was told that they no longer needed to prewire and that everything was wireless. So, we did not have the house prewired and it was almost like a domino effect. It wasn’t until the tech came out to install it that everybody realized it would have been easier if it was prewired. When the guy came, we wanted the keypads on the wall and they had to be placed near an outlet, because now, they had to run something from there to an outlet as opposed to having it behind the wall.

    One had to be run behind the wall and there was a problem. We had to call an electrician to fix it. I'm not really thrilled with the fact that I tried to get this house prewired so we didn’t have any issues and then we ended up dealing with a whole different system. We had to wait for an electrician to come out and we had to unplug one. The battery backup wore out and when we plugged it back in, it was like tripping all of our systems. We had to have Guardian come back out. It was just a battery replacement but something had to be reset. Everything they quoted us was way less than we really needed or we should have had. So, we ended up paying a lot more for this system install.

    My old system was very simple, but in the 15 years that I had it, I didn’t talk to Guardian as much as I talked to them in the three weeks that we had this one here. Some of it is just the new technology but a lot of it went back to the fact that the sales department told me I didn’t need to have this house prewired before the walls were up. But now, we have our pads where we want them although I would have preferred to have all the keypads on the walls and now, I have one sitting on a dresser in the master bedroom. It's okay but it wasn’t nearly as easy as my first experience.

    Also, they told us it's $2 more for a paper bill which we would have been getting together at our house. We said we would do the online direct debit or auto-pay. There was one that was supposed to come out and we're supposed to get a notification and I don’t believe I've gotten one. In worst-case scenarios, if it's an issue, we pay $2 more a month which is not that big of a deal. Other than that, everything has been fine since the initial frustration. I would still recommend Guardian. I would tell people if they were building a new house to not let Guardian tell them that they don’t need to prewire and I would tell them to insist.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Kristi,

    Thank you for the informative phone review of your experience with Guardian Protection. We appreciate your business and loyalty over the years; I'm sorry to hear about the frustration with the move. If we can ever be of further assistance please message or call.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupOnline & App

    Reviewed Aug. 20, 2018

    When we moved in, the Guardian Protection system was there and we had it activated a month ago. Everyone’s been very good and very accommodating. The installation tech was great, knowledgeable and took a lot of time to explain everything. The equipment works as is and the app works well. So, everything’s good.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Neil,

    Welcome to the Guardian Protection family! I'm so happy hear you chose to activate the security system; we think the peace of mind it brings is well worth it.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer Service

    Reviewed Aug. 19, 2018

    I've had Guardian for a month now and the people who came out to the house were wonderful. They have the alarm system, but they also have all the electronic stuff that can be put in the house. The sales guy was great as we felt that he was being honest when he said that, “Well, I could tell you this but I wouldn’t put it at my house.” Then the installers came out and hooked up all the alarm stuff. The garage doors also operate as part of the system. I downloaded their own system ‘cause Guardian hasn’t been out yet. So that account had to be completely erased and a guy told us to call them the next day and that they also camp online.

    However, when I called customer service, they didn’t have a clue on not only on how to do it but also with what I was talking about. It was like the left hand didn’t know what the right hand was doing at the time. So, they got somebody out there and he took care of it. It was all resolved and I’m completely satisfied as far as that goes. Plus, their equipment seems to be very good. I like their smartphone feature a lot, and although it takes a bit of playing with, that’s fine for me. It’s usually how I arm my alarm at night but the annoying part was that it would alert my wife’s phone and my iPad every time. Now, I’ve learned how to take those off and it doesn’t wake my wife up when I set the alarm.

    We live in a very safe neighborhood and I have always had an alarm ever since my wife and I had owned the home for the last 18 years. We added a fire protection to the house. I used to be a firefighter and so I know the importance of that. I don’t own a gun and so Guardian and my dogs are my only security, which are good enough.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Stephen,

    Thank you for the informative review of your customer experience with Guardian Protection. We are so glad you are enjoying the services and the issues got worked out. Please contact us any time you may have further questions.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupSmart Devices

    Reviewed Aug. 19, 2018

    The security system in the house that I'm renting right now is from Guardian Protection Services, which was the company that was also advised to me by my brother. The experience with Guardian is going well. Every time I called Guardian's customer service reps, they responded professionally and have been reactive. I'm very satisfied with them and the guy who came for the installation was friendly. He trained me on how to use their system and it was a good experience. The features they offered were good, however, I'd like to make the house fully connected with the Google Home and I don't know if there is a possibility of doing that. But other than that, the quality of their equipment is good when it comes to responding. For example, if the doors are not closed, I know why they're not closed. I live in an apartment and I used to feel unsafe, but with Guardian there, I feel safe.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Ibrahima,

    Thank you for sharing an informative review! The Google Home is capable of learning alarm.com commands; It has to be added to the google home's apps. You can learn more here: http://www.alarm.com/blog/google-home Please let us know if you ever have further questions!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Aug. 19, 2018

    Guardian Protection Services was the best of all the places we’ve seen. However, I met with eight people and Guardian's rep was okay, but could’ve been a little friendlier. He was in the middle of the presentation and just blended in. He was a little dry and wasn’t memorable. On the other hand, the installation was excellent and the installer was very nice, polite, friendly and personable. He even jumped with the kids when he had to turn off their Netflix for a second. He also cleaned up his mess very well, which was important to my wife. We've been with Guardian for about a month now and I’m happy with what I got. I love the smartphone feature because I get to watch my children come into my house and make sure everything is safe.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Tom,

    Thank you for the informative customer testimonial. I'm so glad to hear the installation technician took his time and provided care with your family while installing the security system. We consider you a part of the Guardian Protection family and look forward to providing you with peace of mind.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Contract & TermsTech

    Reviewed Aug. 18, 2018

    The Guardian Protection installer did good and everything seems to be going well with our service. It has been a month and a half now since I've been with them and I have a five-year contract with them. I use their smartphone feature and it’s good. I just have the alarm and the motion detectors feature so it’s not much for me to use on the app. Knowing that the house is secured gives me a sense of comfort.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello Raphael,

    Thank you for being a valued Guardian Protection customer! We're happy to hear you're taking advantage of the smart security features and it is providing you with peace of mind.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Aug. 18, 2018

    I've been with Guardian Protection Services for about three weeks now and the experience has been good. I had a rep who explained things to me well and listened to my needs. Also, the installation was an excellent service. Their people were very knowledgeable and friendly. With the system's features, I’m exactly where I need now.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Carlos,

    Welcome to the Guardian Protection family! We are excited to provide you with award-winning security and peace of mind. We value your feedback and business as well.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Aug. 17, 2018

    The Guardian system's features are pretty good and I like the accessibility to turn the house alarm on through my phone. The equipment has what I need. The only issue I'm having right now is when I set up my system, I requested a doorbell camera. I got the system in June and they were supposed to call me on July 15th to have the camera installed. I called two weeks ago and tried to talk to them about the camera but I still haven't got it. But the technician who did the installation was great.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello Marvin,

    Thank you for the feedback on your installation from Guardian Protection! We are glad you are satisfied with the security services and I will have a representative research the camera for you.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTechOnline & AppReliabilityEase of Use

    Reviewed Aug. 17, 2018

    Guardian was the system that was available through our home builder. Everybody at customer service that my husband has interacted with has been pleasant and informative. The installers were knowledgeable and they were able to install the system in 45 minutes. In addition to that, the smartphone features are easy to use. Although, the sensor for the opening of the garage sometimes doesn't work from the app. Still, it's a great security equipment and it's very functional and interactive. We definitely feel more comfortable having Guardian in our home.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Megan,

    Thank you for choosing Guardian Protection for your security needs in Florida! We are honored to help protect what matters most to your family and please give us a call anytime you have questions.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer Service

    Reviewed Aug. 16, 2018

    I've been with Guardian Protection for two years now. So far, it has been really good and it was good also in my other house. Their reps were really reliable. If you need something, they come and they always answer the phone. I would definitely recommend them to someone.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Mary,

    Thank you for sharing your experience with Guardian Protection! We are happy to help protect what matters most to you, even in multiple houses!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Tech

    Reviewed Aug. 16, 2018

    I knew ADT was cheaper but I never heard much good about the company. Then I saw a Guardian sign of a neighbor up the road, so I talked to her and that was when I went with Guardian. Their reps were excellent and the technician I had was awesome. His name was Mike and he explained everything to me from the get-go. From the moment he walked in the door until he left, I got information. He showed me how to use things and I felt comfortable after he left, which isn't normal with being left with new equipment like that, but I felt fine.

    So far, I'm quite happy with what I got. I love the doorbell option and I love the cameras in my yard and being able to monitor them. I also use the smartphone feature most of the time and I rarely use the panel. When I'm gone for work occasionally, I can just take a look at my phone and if there's anything out here, I can check then I can go back to sleep, so I don't have to get out there. My friend also had his Guardian system installed after mine was installed.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Deborah,

    Thank you for switching to Guardian Protection! We are ecstatic to help protect what you value most and are here around the clock when you need us the most.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceMonitoringTech

    Reviewed Aug. 15, 2018

    Guardian was pairing up with the builder that we built our house through. I was good enough with their reps that we decided to sign up. Some of these software or hardware we received was pretty new to the field technicians, so it took them multiple attempts and several visits to try to get it to all work. I ended up having to spend several hours trying to figure out myself too because they were having issues. But overall, I still got it to work. We recently had the techs out to put sensors on our doors. We've got the wireless garage door opening and closing now, security cameras, and the doorbell thing.

    The negative feedback that I have at this point is still kind of on-going and it's how some of the process worked out. I still can't get them to send me proof that I sent an email, but somehow they're stating that I signed to paying additional $200 of equipment and $5 more a month. The monthly increase isn’t that detrimental, but it's just the fact that somehow a signed document was sent but I have no recollections or proof in my email that it was sent to them, but I have it on every other document I sent. It’s my biggest gripe right now with Guardian and I'm trying to get it figured out. But aside from that, everything has been pretty good. The cameras has the 24-hour monitoring and the smartphone features are good. I like to pop in and check things out.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Kyle,

    Thank you for the feedback on your experience with Guardian Protection! We are happy to have you on board as a customer and look forward to providing you with peace of mind around the clock. Please give us a call anytime you need further assistance at 1-888-895-4805.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Aug. 15, 2018

    The installation of the Guardian system went pretty good. The tech was knowledgeable but the job would have been much smoother if there were two technicians with the amount of installation that took place including installing four cameras outside. Also, we have problems with Guardian that we didn’t have with our previous security system. The doorbell went out within 48 to 72 hours and it is slow processing when trying to view my camera footage. But when I called their customer service, they acted swiftly. I moved into this home on the 23rd of June, so I'm still establishing a home site area to include into an exterior. I still need to do what I need to do to secure my property and my home. So far, the smartphone features are okay and we are getting used to the security system.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Willie,

    Thank you for sharing an informative review on your installation process! Your suggestions will help us improve the consumer experience. We welcome you to the Guardian Protection family and please give us a call anytime you may have further questions.

    Sincerley,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Camera & VideoTech

    Reviewed Aug. 14, 2018

    When we bought our house it already had the Guardian Protection system but it wasn't active. Then I had two issues with them like when we got the doorbell video camera the rep didn't explain the additional doorbell which wouldn't work. He had to get the analog one, so I didn't know that until the installer came that day, so he had to come back. The other thing was they never explained that we had to commit to five years for the system.

    Nothing was ever mentioned until the salesman had already been here the whole time, talked about everything and then we were going to sign the final terms. I've been here for an hour, and everything was already all hammered out. It would've been nice to know that upfront. Other than those issues, the installer was knowledgeable, answered my questions and did everything that I asked him to. He also helped me set the video doorbell up when he came back. In addition, the quality of the security equipment is nice and it is all the digital touchscreen while NineStar, the one we had before, simply had the keypads, so the new one is easier to navigate through and use than the old style.

    Also, NineStar didn't have the smartphone feature and that was the whole reason why my wife made me switch over to the Guardian. Everything works fine and the only issue I have is that my doorbell camera catches my flag wave in the wind now. If it's a windy day, I'll get notifications all day that there are motions. Other than that, since I'm a firefighter and gone 24 hours plus we're out in the country, it's nice to have Guardian in our home.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Tyler,

    Thank you for switching to the Guardian Protection Family! Your valuable feedback will help us improve the customer experience as well. We are here around the clock when you need us the most.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupContract & Terms

    Reviewed Aug. 14, 2018

    My contract with Guardian came with Ryan Homes and it has only been a month since I started using them. One of their reps installed the equipment and so far, everything has been good.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Sriram,

    Thank you for building with Guardian Protection and congrats on the new home! We are happy to help around the clock to provide you with peace of mind.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

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    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupContract & TermsTech

    Reviewed Aug. 14, 2018

    When we initially got the end of service from Guardian, a representative came to my house and set us up. I asked him that if the equipment goes with us if we ever move and he said that I didn't have to worry about the equipment. Guardian would install equipment for no charge since I already have their plan and a contract. I called Guardian to let them know that I was moving and that I wanted my services to continue to my new address. I spoke to one of the representatives and we talked for a minute. She explained to me that my services will be transferred over with no additional fee except for a $175. She read off to me that it included everything that I received. We set up for a day for them to come out, and start the services back up at my new location. My husband was home when the installer came. She told my husband that we needed a detector and something else.

    I got my bill for $600 something and Guardian went on to tell me that it was for some additional things that we had gotten. I told them that we did not need those plus we didn't want it. They told me that we signed for it but my husband did not get a contract. He did say that he had to sign on a little hand-held thing and was told that it would gonna be emailed to us. I went to our emails and I did not find anything that I have received from them. It hadn't even been a week yet and I asked them if they could just come back and get whatever additional they put in that cost $600. The representative went on to tell me that they were sorry but once they installed something, they couldn't take it out. When I told him that couldn't afford it, I was advised that he could send me over to someone who could set up a payment arrangement. I told him that I will get back with them.

    I'm very dissatisfied with Guardian because of what I was told and what happened. I don't feel like they were true and fair. Before this incident happened, I've never had any trouble out of them. However, I just felt like $600 for what they did was just too much. I have my stoppers coming off my doors where I have to keep pushing on back up there. The quality of the work wasn't even worth it.

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    Reviewed Aug. 13, 2018

    When I bought my house six years ago, I got Guardian and while my other house was being constructed, I moved the service over to the rental property. Once my new house was completed, I moved it over to the new house. One time, my wife set off the fire alarm when she was cooking something and a fire truck was on the front property within a minute and a half, so I stuck with them. Guardian was responsive and that was all that counts.

    But I feel like they charged me too much for moving the service. They made me sign a contract every time I moved and they tried to get me to extend it out for a year. Also, it was presented to me that they would move my service for free then I was told that I should be taking my equipment with me, so when I moved to my rental property, I had to buy a new smoke detector and a new glass break sensor. Other than that, I use the smartphone features all the time and it works well. If the sensor goes bad, they call me even if it will be in the middle of the night.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Joe,

    Thank you for sharing your great customer testimonial! It's great to hear you have trusted our services in several of your homes. If we can ever be of more assistance please give us a call.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Aug. 13, 2018

    I just bought my first home and I knew that Guardian was the security system I wanted to go with. They are the first alarm systems I've had. Growing up, my parents always say Guardian and my oldest sibling has Guardian as well. The salesperson, Bert, was a really good guy. He explained everything to me thoroughly and was very easy to understand. He let me know everything that they had that I could get and I got the exact system I wanted. He did a really good job with that. Anybody I deal with in customer service has been good as well. Then the installer was a really nice guy. He did the installation fairly quicker than I thought. I didn't realize that now everything is wireless, so the installation was really easy. The smartphone features are awesome especially in today's world where basically everybody, whether admitted or not, is addicted to their smartphones. It's really nice to be able to turn the alarm on and off and check out at anytime.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Austin,

    Thank you for signing up with Guardian Protection! I will be sure to share your accolades with Bert, he is a great employee and friend! Have a safe day with Guardian Protection.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupContract & TermsTechOnline & AppReliability

    Reviewed Aug. 12, 2018

    We met with the salesperson from Guardian to set up our security system and to talk about our needs and he was great. The installer set the system up and walked me through it. He had to troubleshoot something because somebody installed some wiring incorrectly. He knew how to fix it and got it resolved quick. Also, I’ve had to call customer support a few times and they've been great. Every interaction I've had with them was super positive.

    Guardian offered a lot of stuff but the cost that goes into it was a big factor. And so, we curved out a lot of things to keep the cost affordable. So far, their equipment is good. The keypad is a little complicated if we wanna make some customizations to it, but the app and all of their online stuff work well. I use the app regularly to arm and disarm the system remotely. I also check the status thru that, which is the number one thing I used it for.

    I was about to cancel the contract with Guardian because I didn't think I would need it. But now that I've got this property, if I'm not at home or if my family is not home, I don't have to worry about not knowing if somebody's trying to break into my place. Guardian added to my peace of mind. To me, it's worth it enough to keep the subscription going and it's very nice to have.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Noah,

    Thank you for sharing an excellent review of your security services with Guardian Protection. We agree; the peace of mind and convenience the phone app brings is definitely worth it. Please let us know if we can ever be of further assistance.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer Service

    Reviewed Aug. 12, 2018

    Guardian has been great and I love that I can do so much on my phone. Also, everyone that we dealt with has been wonderful. When my husband accidentally opened the back door and the alarm went off, they called promptly and made sure everything was okay. I had an absolutely wonderful experience with Guardian Protection Services and I would recommend them.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Kirti,

    Thank you for reviewing your customer experience with Guardian Protection. I'm glad to hear you are taking advantage of the phone application, it really is a great feature for convenience!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Aug. 12, 2018

    I like the services that Guardian provides and I have them for four years now. But the quality of the equipment is not that great and the LED display device that they put in is not good. It has to be more stable as it keeps on vibrating many times.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Tushar,

    Thank you for being a valued Guardian Protection Customer! Please give us a call at 1-888-895-4805 if you have any further technical questions.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Aug. 11, 2018

    Everything’s going great with Guardian Protection Services. This is our first time having home protection. We got free installation with building the house and the installer did a great job. The system is user-friendly and we haven't had any issues.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Katie,

    Thank you for the great review of your installation! We are proud to be your home security provider, please let us know if you ever have additional questions.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceTech

    Reviewed Aug. 11, 2018

    I was with ADT before then I switched to Guardian. Their sales reps answered all the questions I asked and their installer was very good, organized, and clean. He also told me so many things and everything he needed to do, he let me know before he did them. So far, I love Guardian better than ADT. They're a lot different and if there are any problems, they call right away. Their system is up-to-date as well unlike ADT which has a really old system. The quality of Guardian's equipment is perfect, too. I use the smartphone features and they are really good.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Hatham,

    Thank you for upgrading your security to Guardian Protection Services! We appreciate taking the time to leave a phone review for us and please call anytime you may have additional questions. We are here around the clock when you need us the most!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceTech

    Reviewed Aug. 10, 2018

    I've used Guardian for the last three years at my other home. They were friendly, helpful, did a good job and their price was fair so I stuck with them when I sold my home and moved the service. The installer who came was very friendly and made sure that everything was hooked up. He asked me if I knew how to use it, which I did. He would have been more thorough on the going through, but since I already know how to use it, I said,"No, thanks." There were also a few little minor issues which I addressed and they helped. They got the names wrong and we put the wrong code, but they called a week later to simply do a check and make sure everything was running properly. I missed the call a couple of times and they were persistent enough, and we got the situation fixed immediately when I finally took the call.

    In terms of the features, I'm a basic person. I don't remember my codes half of the time and the smartphone features are helpful since I don't have to remember those codes. Also, my daughter goes between her dad and me, and said that she also has the smart feature on her phone which she could enable. Lastly, I have kids and they are on one side of the house. We don’t always hear if all the doors have been closed, but with my Guardian Protection security system, I feel better.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Ginger,

    Thank you for sharing an informative review of your services with Guardian Protection! I'm so glad to hear the phone app is bringing convenience to your everyday life.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Aug. 10, 2018

    Before Guardian, I had Vivint. I had the inside and outside cameras as well as the 360 cameras. I could control those from my phone to scroll through my house. Guardian had none of that but I went on ahead and used the service since the house I just bought already had Guardian. The installation went well. The installers came and did what they had to do. The panel's quality and everything else is pretty good. However, I keep getting alerts on my phone about my cameras being disconnected a lot. Also, with the cameras, I couldn't figure out why I couldn't go back and take the status of who had been to the house.

    Nevertheless, Customer service has been good. I told them that they need to try to recommend the 360 inside cameras service. Guardian would probably sell a lot if they could go into in-house monitoring systems. I like the way they say that works. You can monitor through the whole house. I wanted to add another camera in the back but they told me it was $280 for one camera because I already had two at the front of my house. I didn’t like that idea. I’m just gonna go and buy myself six more cameras for that much.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Anthony,

    Thank you for activating your Guardian Protection Services! We look forward to providing your family with the peace of mind you deserve.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Tech

    Reviewed Aug. 10, 2018

    The builder had a hookup with Guardian Protection Services and we have them for a month now. We put a whole system in with the speakers and receivers. We were dealing with Kermit and we had the wiring set for the TV to be on the wall but he forgot to put in the outlets so we have wires still hanging, which we did not want. But you live and learn. They fixed it now and things are doing good. The tech that came out was wonderful and very informative. So far, the quality of the system is very good though I wish we had a camera in the back. We only have a camera in the front. Other than that, our sense of security has been excellent and we can do everything by iPhone.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Yolande,

    Thank you for the honest feedback on your installation experience! I'm glad to hear everything got smoothed over and we are proud to be your home security provider.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

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    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Aug. 9, 2018

    Guardian is a wonderful security company. I have them for six years now in two different locations. Initially, I went with them because they were working with the Schell brothers who developed the community in which I lived at the time. So far, their reps have been very responsive, professional, and always solved the problem. The security that I have here is adequate and in my other home, I have a much larger area so I not only have doors but windows alarms set and everything worked out very fine.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Frank,

    Thank you for taking the time to review your services with Guardian Protection! It's great to hear your family has trusted Guardian for over 6 years, and we hope to have you as a client for several more.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceTechOnline & App

    Reviewed Aug. 9, 2018

    Guardian Protection Services' installer was excellent, very professional and knew what he was doing. We already had a fire extinguisher but having one downstairs was a good idea. Guardian also put two of the CO2s in there. We had one that was mechanical but now they hooked the CO2s in the system. We were doing some work in the kitchen and had some workers coming in who set the alarm off a couple of times. We knew they were there so it wasn’t a problem, but it was nice to know that I get a quick response from Guardian. They'd call and ask if everything was all right. We had ADT before and so far, we've been happier with Guardian. Even if we make a mistake, they stay on top of it a little quicker. Plus, we like their app, which works very well. The motions at night can be a little tricky, but we just have to remember to set that off when we get up in the morning. We’d recommend Guardian Protection.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi William,

    Thank you for switching to Guardian Protection Services! I'm so glad the monitored security and CO2s are providing your family with the peace of mind you deserve.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Aug. 8, 2018

    I have Guardian since 2001. Their prices are reasonable and they’re very responsive. They recently upgraded me for hardly anything. It was a minimal charge. Everything’s always perfect with Guardian Protection Services.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Jeannie,

    Thank you for reviewing your experience with Guardian Protection! We are honored to help upgrade your technology and provide you with peace of mind every day.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Cusotmer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupTechSmart Devices

    Reviewed Aug. 8, 2018

    We purchased a home and Guardian equipment was already in it. Guardian's technicians came in and updated our main panel hub. They checked out all the system to make sure it still worked as we had a one year delay between the time that we bought the home and we got the alarm activated again. They were very courteous and clean. They guy wore things on their shoes so it wouldn’t mess up the carpet and they cleaned the dust that was made from the installation. They were very professional. Also, Guardian's technology seems to be very updated. They have mobile apps which are very helpful especially for teenagers. They're also very convenient.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hello Amarillis Box,

    Welcome to the Guardian Protection family! I'm glad to hear your family is taking advantage of the smart home security options; the phone app is great for on-the-go management of your home security!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTechSales & MarketingEase of Use

    Reviewed Aug. 7, 2018

    I'd recommend Guardian's home security system. Their rating made me go with them and then I had very good interactions with their sales and customer service. They were always willing to take time when they were setting it up. They took a lot of time and explained every detail that I had questions about. The installer was awesome and he had the installation done in roughly 3 1/2 hours. I like the features offered with the system a lot. They're very easy to use. The quality is awesome too. It's all brand new stuff. Plus, the smartphone features are very user-friendly and it doesn't matter whether one has a technical background or not.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Dan,

    Thank you for doing your homework and selecting the right home security provider for you! At Guardian Protection, we take your safety seriously and are here around the clock when you need us the most.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceTech

    Reviewed Aug. 7, 2018

    The other company changed companies and it was the other odds that I wasn’t really happy with. I needed some prepares made and they were talking all kind of crazy stuff and prices. My neighbor across the street has Guardian and eventually, I got Guardian too. The installer came and explained everything to my wife. He cleaned up and took the old system out. I had a landline phone that I got rid of and that was $50 less a month out of my billing. The installer did a nice job and my wife was happy.

    It's only been about a month since we have Guardian but I feel like I have them at home for five years. We added some features to our system so it came from $99 up to $1,200. I have good reception in the property so I use the smartphone feature a lot in the area. Also one time, they called to let us know there was a power outage.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Dave,

    Wow, it really sounds like you did your homework; and we are happy you ended up with Guardian Protection Servies. Our dedicated staff is here 24 hours a day to help protect your family when you need us the most.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceTech

    Reviewed Aug. 6, 2018

    I had builder pricing and a great experience with the Guardian sales representative. I got them to install a home audio system too, and that was all one big package. My house was a new construction and I wasn't there when the installer did the work, so I called Guardian yesterday because nobody ever gave me a run-through of everything that they did. Now, I'm having another tech come out for the run through. I've also noticed some areas that were unfinished still. Yet I'd like to see a little bit more from a usability standpoint like automatic arming and disarming and some other more advanced features. All in all, my experience was good and the customer service has been really helpful even if the issue is ongoing so I have no complaints.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Michael,

    Thank you for the informative review of your services with Guardian Protection! Please let us know if you have any further questions after the technician visit, our goal is to make you 100% satisfied.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    TechReliability

    Reviewed Aug. 6, 2018

    I had Brinks before then I switched to Guardian since I felt like that they care more about me. Their reps have been fantastic and they did everything they could do to help me resolve my issues right away. Their installers were all very respectful, professional, and able to get the job done. I’m also very happy with the features of my system. I probably got more than I really need, but you can never have too much. I use the smartphone feature as well. I got an app and I’m getting messages that would tell me to arm and disarm the system. Or if I have an alarm, I get notified immediately.

    So far, the system has been working just fine. The only problem I had was with a little key fob that I got with me from my old place. Guardian's reps tried to make it work and they didn’t have to put that on but I found it and asked them if they could do that. I had two of them and one of them works just fine, but the other one is defective. So, I got rid of it but I still have a spare that I could use now.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi,

    Thank you for reviewing your service experience with Guardian Protection! I'm so glad to hear that you did your reserach and switched to a home security company who really cares about your peace of mind. Please give us a call anytime you may have questions, we're happy to help!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase

    Reviewed Aug. 5, 2018

    I had Guardian Protection Services for four years. They were the company that was offered by my builder. I added an extra device that recorded everything on my cameras. It definitely helped me identify any issues in my area or around my home. If I'm not home, I could just check and look at the recording.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Vamshi,

    Thank you for choosing Guardian Protection for your security needs in Cary, North Carolina. We will work hard around the clock to provide you with peace of mind.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTechReliability

    Reviewed Aug. 5, 2018

    Guardian made me a better deal with the house that I bought and the way the reps explained the stuff was very good. But only the communication has been the best part about my experience with them. The installation was terrible and it's still a nightmare. The alarm had gone off once but other than that, it’s never worked. It’s been over a month already and my system is not working. It’s ridiculous. Technicians would come and look at something then they would leave. They would have to order a part. Then they would come back, look at something and realize they have the wrong part. They would need to order a different part. They would come again and the thing would work for two days then it would stop working again. We’ve had their technicians out there about six times in the last month and they still can’t get everything operating.

    The technicians said that the wire, which was ran in the backyard when the camera was installed, was broken. They said that they would have to cut all the walls again to redo the wiring but I had just finished painting the house. The doorbell is still not working properly for me either. I called yesterday and they’re supposed to schedule another technician to come fix the back camera and the doorbell. They wanted to schedule something three weeks from now and I told them I was not gonna deal with that. They wrote down my information to see if they can expedite the whole process. But nobody has called me back yet.

    I also told them I would not pay for last month's service. It’s not fair for me to have to pay for the month where my services have not been working. None of my cameras were working and we've been having issues with the consoles as well. But it was fine. They did comp me with that. I paid so much money for these parts that it shouldn’t be having these problems.

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    Customer ServiceInstallation & SetupTech

    Reviewed Aug. 4, 2018

    Guardian is a good system. I have family who had used them so I went with it too. The touchscreen monitor is good. Plus, I am able to use the smartphone features. The gentleman who came out was very helpful and he explained everything. But the install was a little shaky because the installer was supposed to come out the first day. At the end of my three-hour window to have the installation done, I made three phone calls to find out that the gentleman was not gonna be able to come as he was stuck in another install. He would be able to come an hour later, but I had plans. I had to reschedule and take another day off from work to have the security system installed. I requested to be a first install which I was and everything went smoothly that day.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Michele,

    Welcome to the Guardian Protection family! We are glad to have you as a customer and provide you with peace of mind every day. Also thank you for the honest feedback, I'm glad things were able to be worked out after the initial missed appointment.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

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    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupContract & TermsOnline & App

    Reviewed Aug. 4, 2018

    When we first moved out to Virginia, we had Guardian in a K. Hovnanian home that we purchased. It was a package deal with the house. Then we weren't quite out of that five-year contract with them, so we transferred that to our new house. Now I just built a shop and I wanna protect all the stuff I have out there. So, we got Guardian's service for the third time. So far, everything's been great. Calling in to change passwords or if I forget a password has been fairly easy to do. And when we had a few issues with some of the components, they were more than gracious to come out and figure out why certain things weren't working. They also relocated keypads in order to get things to where they work like they're supposed to.

    I was curious to know more about the new system that they have out. It works more off of a tablet kinda screen which was what I thought I was getting installed the last time they came out. They should also include cameras with it or at least one to monitor the front door. But outside of that, the alarm wakes me up and I like the fact that it has a weather warning when tornados and so forth come across. It also lets you know that a power outage or something like that is going on. I use the smartphone feature as well to arm and disarm the shop and it's user-friendly. With Guardian, there's a nice peace of mind when you're out of town that you can just look to make sure that things are disarmed.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Chris,

    Thank you for sharing a great testimonial on Consumer Affairs! I'm so glad that you are experiencing the peace of mind while away that a monitored security system brings. Guardian Protection services is honored to be your security provider.

    Sincerley,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Customer ServiceInstallation & Setup

    Reviewed Aug. 3, 2018

    The house that we bought was using Guardian Protection Services at the time to hook up the systems. Overall, I’m happy with them. Every time I call and have a problem they take care of me. But dealing with their customer service rep was the worst experience I’ve ever had in my life. They set up an appointment so they could come out. I called and asked about the doorbell and they were explaining to me that it was backordered so I bought one. Then I have another motion sensor. When I come down my steps to check if somebody’s going up or coming down, sometimes it doesn’t catch it. I asked if I could add another motion sensor and they said that I could.

    I also told them that when I’m upstairs in my master’s bedroom, I couldn’t hear the keypad. I asked if there was any way we could add a new keypad to the master’s bedroom and they said they could. I asked what the cost was and they said a hundred bucks. I verified that when people come in to install these stuff, I would only pay 100 bucks and they guys said yes.

    Then their guy came out to my house. First of all, he couldn’t really speak English on me. Then he hooked up the motion sensor and then once he’s finished that, he said, “Oh, by the way I don’t have the keypad or the doorbell. I have to go and pick up the keypad.” And I’m like, “Why didn’t you say something earlier?” The guy left my house and they called me back about four o’clock in the afternoon and said that the guy wants to comeback at seven o’clock. I told them, “I have to get up and go to work the next day and you’re gonna finish a wire down my wall to my basement and you come in at seven o’clock at night. Come on, let’s be for real. That ain’t gonna work.”

    So they cancelled and rescheduled that appointment because the guy who was supposed to come back the same day never came. Another guy came out and he installed everything, put everything up in the house and asked me to sign a couple documents that I barely see the bottom of that column. The next thing I knew, I got a bill of 475 bucks. I’ve contacted them about it and said that if I knew it was gonna be that much, I would’ve just went with the Link system and did it myself. Also, the equipment that they had were old and could be updated. Their smartphone features couldn’t give a notification when somebody goes in and out. Guardian told me they would have to pull the phone record because everything was recorded. So she caught it and said that they heard what the guy said about the 100 bucks and that they were gonna credit the difference of 400 bucks which they did at the end of the day.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Patrick,

    Thank you for taking the time to leave a detailed phone review regarding your installation experience with Guardian. I'm glad to hear the issues eventually got worked out and you are happy with the services. We look forward to providing your family with peace of mind.

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

    Verified purchase
    Installation & SetupEase of Use

    Reviewed Aug. 3, 2018

    I bought a house and everybody was using Guardian. Their reps were very good and the installation done was excellent. I've had their system for less than a month and so far, my experience has been good. The panels have been very easy to use as well.

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    Response from Guardian Protection

    Hi Deborah,

    Thank you for reviewing your installation experience with Guardian Protection. I'm so glad to hear you are finding the system user-friendly, that is always our goal!

    Sincerely,
    Nathan D

    Customer Satisfaction Advocate

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    Guardian Protection Company Information

    Company Name:
    Guardian Protection
    Company Type:
    Private
    Year Founded:
    1950
    Address:
    174 Thorn Hill Road
    State/Province:
    PA
    Postal Code:
    15086
    Country:
    United States
    Website:
    guardianprotection.com