A brief overview and comparison of the home security systems products and services offered by Cox Communications and Guardian Alarm

"If you’re in the market to add a new or improve an existing home security system, comparing the products and services offered through Cox Communications and Guardian Home will give you a better understanding of your options.

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Cox Communications overview

Like a growing number of cable system companies, Cox Communications has recently added home security systems to its growing list of bundled services. One thing to remember when considering cable-based provider of home security systems is that these services are not available outside the cable systems service area. Selecting a cable-based home security system also requires you to be one of their subscribers and if you wish to take advantage of their wireless and Internet-based products and services, you will be required to select or add them as your Internet service provider. Cox offers the following standard packages with the following features:

Cox Communications Preferred Package

  • 24/7 monitoring with cellular backup
  • Remote access
  • Smart phone appsSmart phone apps
  • Text email alerts
  • Touch screen control panel
  • Window/door sensors
  • Motion detector
  • Wireless router
  • Yard and window signs
  • Fire/smoke monitoring
  • Live video monitoring
  • Home automation

This package's installation costs start at $99, with a monthly service fee starting at $39.99.

Cox Communications Essential Package

  • 24/7 monitoring with cellular backup
  • Remote access
  • Smart phone apps
  • Text email alerts
  • Touch-screen control panel
  • Window/door sensors
  • Motion detector
  • Wireless router
  • Yard and window signs

This package's installation costs start at $99, with a monthly service starting at $29.99. For more information on the home security system products and services offered through Cox Communications, and to see if you are currently in one of their service areas, click here.

Guardian Alarm home security systems overview

Guardian Protection Services offers comprehensive home security systems that guard against more than simple break-ins. Guardian home security systems can alert you to instances of:

  • Burglary
  • Fire outbreaks
  • Medical emergencies for people in the house
  • Dangerous amounts of carbon monoxide

Guardian systems are integrated into your home to create a custom environment that fits your architecture and traffic patterns. In addition to robust safety, the company also offers options that streamline your home life. Whether you're interested in bringing high-end audio to every room or monitoring furnace operations while on vacation, Guardian offers a tool to help.

Guardian's extra features include:

  • Multi-functional outlets
  • Home theater and surround soundIntercom systems
  • Audio speakers in any room
  • Intercom systems
  • Central vacuum systems

Guardian’s home security systems come in the following packages:

  • Basic
  • Essential
  • Plus
  • Premium
  • emPower

Each of these packages, in ascending order, offers you broader coverage and more options and the pricing of these systems reflects that. To see the full range of home security systems Guardian offers, click here. It is important to remember when comparing these two providers that not everybody will have access to the services provided by Cox Communications. If you’re seriously considering Cox Communications or Guardian, QualitySmith Can assist you by connecting you with local professionals that are ready to help you improve your home’s security system.