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 SimpliSafe Security | |||||
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Pro. monitoring starts at | $45.99/mo. | Call for a quote | $29.99/mo. | $14.99/mo. | $44.99/mo. |
Installation | Professional | Professional | Professional | DIY or Professional | DIY |
Contract | 36 months | Not specified | 42-60 mos. or pay for equipment in full | None | None |
Smart home compatibility | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Video surveillance | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Warranty | Option to extend limited warranty | Not specified | 120-day equipment warranty | 3-year limited equipment warranty | 3-year limited equipment warranty |
Home Security in Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge is the capital and second-largest city in Louisiana, situated deep in the Louisiana bayous on the Eastern bank of the Mississippi River. With just over 220,000 residents, Baton Rouge is at the heart of the Greater Baton Rouge area, which is home to over 830,000 people. Baton Rouge boasts a strong industrial economy as well as petrochemical, medical and research sectors, and has become an important center for the motion picture industry. The city is also home to Louisiana State University, the state’s largest educational institution, and Southern University, the leading institution of the Southern University System, which identifies itself as the only historically black college system in the country.
If you live in Baton Rouge or you’re moving soon and you want to ensure your home is protected, read on for a look at some of the area’s top home security providers, so you can make your final choice.
Baton Rouge Crime Statistics
According to the FBI’s 2018 Crime Report, Baton Rouge has a significant amount of property crime. With over 8,000 incidents of larceny-theft, more than 2,500 burglaries, over 1,100 cases of aggravated assault and nearly 1,000 car thefts, Baton Rouge has a poor crime index, rating safer than only 1% of cities in the United States.
- 8,329 incidents of larceny-theft
- 2,686 incidents of burglary
- 1,187 incidents of aggravated assault
- 950 incidents of motor vehicle theft
- 727 incidents of robbery
Local Spotlight: Emergency Alert Security — Local Security Provider
Based in Baton Rouge, Emergency Alert Security has been providing security systems throughout Louisiana since 1998. Utilizing an 8,000-square-foot UL monitoring facility located right in Baton Rouge, Emergency Alert is dedicated to protecting homes 24/7 from burglary, fire, environmental and medical situations.
Emergency Alert Security will monitor your existing system or help you install a new one, and it offers 12 months of free professional monitoring or a $300 credit toward a new cell-based system when you switch to its service. The company also promises to beat any competitor’s price by 10%.
- Best Overall DIY Security System
Our take on SimpliSafe Home Security:
SimpliSafe is our top home security pick because it offers reliable home security equipment at a cheaper price than most competitors. Even though smart home equipment isn’t offered, you’ll have the flexibility to create the system you want within your budget thanks to SimpliSafe’s customizable plans. But keep in mind that you’ll need to pay for equipment upfront because financing isn’t available.
★ Recommended package: The Haven plan offers the best value among SimpliSafe’s offerings. It gives you intrusion and environmental monitoring equipment for less than $500. The package includes security essentials, a smoke detector, a temperature sensor and more. You can add cameras and SimpliSafe’s Video Doorbell Pro for the full SimpliSafe security experience.
Pros
- Equipment and monitoring plans are cheaper than competitors
- Optional professional monitoring and installation
- Customizable packages and easy add-ons
Cons
- Upfront costs are more expensive than competitors
- No smart home equipment available
- Must upgrade to plan for remote and smart home control
Our take
Emergency Alert Security offers a full range of home security, environmental detection, medical monitoring and home automation solutions, with a local monitoring station, flexible plans, and a long-standing local reputation both in Baton Rouge and throughout Louisiana.
Pros
- Local UL monitoring
- Offer for one year free monitoring
- Will monitor existing systems
Cons
- Must call for pricing
- Free monitoring offer only for landline
- No DIY install options
- Best Home Security for Industry Experience
Our Take on ADT Home Security
ADT is one of the most well-known home security providers. You can expect traditional security with professional monitoring and installation. Choose from three packages, but keep in mind that you’ll need to upgrade your package if you want smart home or surveillance features. ADT also requires long-term contracts, but equipment financing is available.
★ Recommended Plan: We recommend the Complete package to give you everything you need from the start. It’s the only plan that includes security essentials, smart home compatibility and surveillance. Professional installation and monitoring are also included. Best of all, you’ll get ADT’s 6-month money-back guarantee and theft protection guarantee.
Pros
- 6-month money-back guarantee and theft protection guarantee
- Wide variety of smart home equipment
- Over 140 years of experience with award-winning professional monitoring
Cons
- Must upgrade plan for smart home or surveillance features and equipment
- Professional installation and monitoring are required
- Long-term contract required
- Best Smart Home Security
Our Take on Vivint Home Security
If you’re looking for smart home security, Vivint is our top choice. It offers the most extensive line of smart home and security equipment. Its intrusion and environmental equipment are filled with smart features, and the control panel doubles as a smart hub to connect and control your smart home devices. The only downside is that Vivint requires a long-term contract if you finance the equipment. Professional monitoring and installation are also required.
★ Recommended Plan: Vivint offers two packages: Smart Home and Smart Security. We recommend the Smart Home package to give you video monitoring, smart home control, environmental monitoring and the security essentials in one package.
Pros
- Smart Hub to connect and control smart home and security devices
- Extensive smart features for security equipment including package detection and Smart Deter
- Wide range of security and smart home equipment
Cons
- Contract required for service and financed equipment.
- Professional monitoring and installation required
- Expensive equipment compared to other providers
- Best Pet-Friendly Home Security
Our Take on Frontpoint Home Security
Frontpoint is a DIY security option that offers wireless security and smart home equipment. It’s a close runner-up compared to SimpliSafe. You’ll have more surveillance options with two indoor cameras, an outdoor and doorbell camera. Professional monitoring is required and can be costly compared to others, but you can save money with Frontpoint’s easy DIY installation. Mobile app and video surveillance are also included in the cost instead of an extra fee.
★ Recommended Plan: Frontpoint’s Bunker Package is ideal for most homes. It comes with the essentials for intrusion, plus an indoor camera and smoke detector for $634. If you’re debating between the Bunker and Fortress packages, the big difference is that you’ll get more sensors with Fortress — good for larger homes.
Pros
- Smart home equipment available
- Financing available to lower upfront cost
- Mobile app and video surveillance included in monitoring cost
Cons
- No professional installation option
- Expensive professional monitoring
- Trial period is only 30 days
Additional Local Home Security Providers for Baton Rouge
There are several solid home security providers in Baton Rouge, including:
- Heavenly Home Security: Heavenly Home Security has been offering professionally designed home security and fire alarms since 2000, as well as other environmental monitoring such as carbon monoxide detectors.
- Alarm Center Security Systems: Since 1978, locally owned Alarm Center Security Systems has been installing and monitoring home security systems for Baton Rouge area residents.
- Custom Security Systems: Claiming to be the only Baton Rouge area security company to own and operate its own monitoring station, Custom Security Systems offers a full range of security, cameras, home automation and environmental protection.
- LA Alarms: Based in Baton Rouge and serving all of Louisiana, this Alert 360 dealer is one of the busiest security installers in the state, offering security, smart home solutions and monitoring.
Surrounding Areas for Baton Rouge
Home security providers in the Baton Rouge area serve Baton Rouge and surrounding communities, including:
- Baker, Louisiana
- Denham Springs, Louisiana
- Hammond, Louisiana
- Houma, Louisiana
- Kenner, Louisiana
- Lafayette, Louisiana
- Laplace, Louisiana
- Merrydale, Louisiana
- Morgan City, Louisiana
- New Iberia, Louisiana
- Opelousas, Louisiana
- River Ridge, Louisiana
- Shenandoah, Louisiana
- Thibodaux, Louisiana
- Zachary, Louisiana
Common Home Security Equipment and Features
Control panel/hub
Motion sensor
As one of the sentinels in your home, the motion sensor captures unusual activity, and your system lets you know. Some providers have motion sensors that are designed to be pet-friendly, avoiding pets under 80 pounds to help prevent false alarms. Learn more about motion sensors here in our post.
Door/window sensor
Door/window sensors are sentinels for your entry points. Most have a discreet profile so they’re not easily seen, but once an entry point is breached, your control panel sounds an alarm to let the intruder know they’ve been caught. Learn more about the door/window sensors offered by Frontpoint, Protect America, and SimpliSafe.
Indoor security camera
If you want to be able to monitor the interior of your home, communicate with family members, and check in on pets, then choosing an indoor security camera is a great option. Most indoor cameras feature HD video, come with night vision, and have two-way communication. Learn more about indoor security camera options offered by SimpliSafe, Vivint, and Abode.
Outdoor security camera
Keep tabs on your property no matter your location with an outdoor security cameras. Most outdoor cameras have weatherproof features, night vision, and some even have deterrence features. Learn more about the outdoor security camera options offered by ADT, Vivint, and Frontpoint.
Video doorbell camera
Check your front doorstep without having to leave work with a video doorbell camera. Most video doorbells have built-in two-way communication and night vision. Learn more about the video doorbells offered by Guardian Protection, Vivint, and SimpliSafe.
Smart thermostat
With a smart thermostat, you can potentially improve your home’s energy efficiency. Most smart thermostats allow you to program them, creating a schedule for when your home’s heating and cooling system turns on. Some will also automatically adjust themselves based on certain conditions. Learn more about the smart thermostats offered by Vivint, Frontpoint, and ADT.
Smart lock
Go keyless with a smart lock, designed so you can easily lock or unlock your door via app. Some smart locks have a keycode feature, allowing you to set unique PINs for family members and or professionals who may need to access your home. Learn more about the smart locks offered by Guardian Protection, Protect America, and Scout.
Head-to-Head Comparisons
Can’t decide? Compare top providers side-by-side: ADT vs. SimpliSafe, Vivint vs. Frontpoint, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions for Baton Rouge
Larceny and burglary are Baton Rouge’s most commonly reported crimes, so it’s a good idea to look for a system with good entry detection as well as solid 24/7 professional monitoring.
Local providers in Baton Rouge are competitive, but generally require you to call for custom pricing. For some of the most affordable home security on a national level, try SimpliSafe or Cove.
Emergency Alert Security offers camera solutions for home security systems, as do Heavenly Home Security, Alarm Center Security Systems, Custom Security Systems, LA Alarms and many of the top national firms.
Emergency Alert Security, Heavenly Home Security, Alarm Center Security Systems, Custom Security Systems and LA Alarms all offer professional installation services.
Emergency Alert Security, Alarm Center Security Systems, Custom Security Systems, and LA Alarms all offer a full array of home automation options, while Heavenly Home Security offers a smaller subset of home automation, such as door locks.