- ADT Home Security – Best Industry Experience
- Security One – Regional MN Provider
- Vivint Home Security – Best Smart Home Equipment
- SimpliSafe Home Security – Best DIY Installation
- Frontpoint Home Security – Best Professional Monitoring
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| Pro. monitoring starts at | $45.99/mo. | Request 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 |
About St. Paul, MN
As the capital of Minnesota and one half of the state’s “Twin Cities,” St. Paul serves as a Midwest business hub and home to 307,695 people. St. Paul is also known for its beautiful parks and zoos, including Raspberry Island, Hidden Falls, and Como Park Zoo & Conservatory. The city is a popular convention destination, with a convention complex that includes the St. Paul RiverCentre and the Xcel Energy Center, which is also home to the Minnesota Wild, MN’s pro hockey team.
Foodies and art lovers enjoy exploring St. Paul’s Creative Enterprise Zone, while history buffs take pleasure investigating Indian Mounds Regional Park on the city’s East Side. With all that the city has to offer, it’s important for residents to be able to find a home security system that’s right for St. Paul, MN.
St. Paul Crime Statistics
Neighborhood Scout scores St. Paul in the 7th percentile when it comes to the safest cities in the U.S., landing it in the bottom 10% of all U.S. cities for safety. Your chances of becoming a victim of violent crime in St. Paul are triple what they are in the rest of Minnesota, with a rate of 6.62 violent crimes per 1,000 residents compared to 2.2 per 1,000 for the rest of the state. St. Paul fares a bit better when it comes to property crime—you have a 1-in-29 chance of being a victim of property crime in St. Paul compared to a 1-in-50 chance in the rest of Minnesota.
For St. Paul in 2018, the FBI reported:
- 5,877 incidents of larceny-theft
- 1,909 incidents of burglary
- 1,089 incidents of aggravated assault
- 2,296 incidents of motor vehicle theft
- 560 incidents of robbery
Local Spotlight: Security One
Security One has partnerships with home security equipment manufacturers GE and Honeywell to provide the latest in home security technology to its St. Paul customers. It serves every state in the continental U.S., including Minnesota. Security One currently has a B- rating from the Better Business Bureau. Security One’s services include home security systems and cameras, smart home automation, medical alert monitoring, and existing home security system takeovers. The company also offers a lifetime warranty on all its equipment.
Security One offers three different packages to its customers: Simply Security, Energy Plus and Ultimate Home. For specific fees and pricing, you’ll have to contact the company for a quote, but every plan has a locked rate guarantee, so your monthly fees will never change for as long as you own your system.
The Simply Security plan includes a control panel/touchscreen combo, 2 door sensors, a motion detector, a keyfob/remote control and mobile app access. The Energy Plus plan adds in smart light control and a smart thermostat, while the Ultimate Home plan includes everything from the Simply Security and Energy Plus packages, as well as a security camera. Security One also offers add-ons such as smoke alarms, smart locks, glass break sensors and carbon monoxide detectors.
Our take
Security One provides professional installation of home security systems, security cameras, smart home devices and medical alert systems. The company can also provide professional monitoring for your existing security system. Its three equipment packages all come with a locked-rate guarantee, lifetime warranty and mobile app access.
What we like
- Mobile app access with all packages
- Locked-rate guarantee
- Lifetime warranty
What we don’t like
- No pricing available online
- No DIY installation option
- Mediocre BBB rating
Starting at $45.99/mo
Our Take on ADT Home Security
ADT is a well-recognized name in the home security business thanks to its top-notch equipment, award-winning monitoring centers and commitment to customer service. For people who feel like you get what you pay for, it’s hard to beat ADT.
ADT prefers to provide a brief consultation before quoting a custom package. Contact ADT to get started.
★ Recommended Plan
ADT’s Video Lite Plan is nothing minor — you’ll get motion detection, smart home capabilities, and video surveillance. Equipment starts at $599. Professional monitoring starts at $54.99 per month.Pros
- 6-month money-back guarantee
- $500 theft protection guarantee
- High-quality equipment
Cons
- Must pay for an extended warranty
- Lengthy contracts
- More expensive than competitors
Starting at $29.99/mo
Our Take on Vivint Home Security
Vivint really shines when it comes to equipment. Perhaps no other provider has such an extensive catalog, which makes it an excellent provider for those who plan to install new equipment over time.
★ Recommended Plan
Vivint’s Smart Home Service is our recommended plan because it unlocks a larger selection of smart home devices, as well as video monitoring.
Pros
- Month-to-month contract option if equipment is purchased up front
- Backup battery included with the Sky Control panel
- Extensive equipment features, including Vivint Car Guard
Cons
- Long contract if equipment is financed
- Installation can take 3-4 hours
- Short (120-day) equipment warranty and service guarantee (unless you purchase Premium)
- Short (3-day) trial period
Our Take on SimpliSafe Home Security
Keep those pesky burglars away with a SimpliSafe security system. Choose from a range of packages and equipment, and get inexpensive professional monitoring.
★ Recommended Plan
We recommend The Barrington if you’re interested in SimpliSafe. This package combines intrusion detection and video surveillance. Equipment starts at $388.93. Professional monitoring starts at $14.99 per month. Self-monitoring is free.Pros
- Inexpensive professional monitoring
- Wireless equipment
- Cellular monitoring
- Free self-monitoring
Cons
- Mobile alerts not available in the basic monitoring plan
- No selection of smart home devices
- Smart home capabilities not available in basic monitoring plan
- Research SimpliSafe
Starting at $44.99/mo
Our Take on Frontpoint Home Security
Frontpoint recently changed its billing model to month-to-month contracts, which we believe shows that the company strives to stay on top of industry trends and cares about customer service. We also appreciate that Frontpoint’s equipment is compatible with the major smart home hubs.
★ Recommended Plan
Our recommended Frontpoint plan is the Safe Home Starter equipment package combined with the Ultimate monitoring plan, which will give you access to a smartphone app for monitoring your security devices.
Pros
- No lengthy contracts
- Excellent customer service
- Variety of equipment to choose from
Cons
- Monitoring fees are relatively expensive
- Short (30 days) trial period
- No professional installation option
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See allOther Local Home Security Providers for St. Paul
If giving business to local companies is important to you, here are a few other St. Paul home security options for you to consider.
- Get Connected Technologies: Get Connected Tech specializes in home security systems that work with your budget and your tech skill level.
- Electro Watchman: As a fourth-generation family business, Electro Watchman’s home security products include fire alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, home security systems and more.
- MinnesotaSecurity.com: An Alarm.com dealer, MNSecurity.com can give you app access to your smart home security system.
- HTS Security: HTS Security guarantees it can beat the price of any local advertised alarm system by 10%.
Surrounding Areas for St. Paul
St. Paul home security providers also provide service to the following St. Paul suburbs:
- Oakdale, MN
- Woodbury, MN
- Roseville, MN
- White Bear, MN
- Maplewood, MN
- Mendota Heights, MN
- Richfield, MN
- Lake Elmo, MN
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Head-to-Head Comparisons
Can’t decide? Compare top providers side-by-side: ADT vs. SimpliSafe, Vivint vs. Frontpoint, and more.
4 Questions To Find Your Home Security Provider
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Frequently Asked Questions for St. Paul
What home security features are important for St. Paul?
Because St. Paul has so many historic properties, it’s important to look for wireless home security systems that won’t damage the integrity of historic homes. Local companies such as Electro Watchman and HTS Security offer professional installation of wireless home security devices. SimpliSafe and Abode are two national providers with wireless devices you can install yourself.
Which security provider is best for homeowners in St. Paul?
We like ADT for St. Paul homeowners due to its longstanding reputation in the security industry. ADT regularly ranks high on our list of the best home security systems, and it offers a variety of packages so you’re sure to find one to fit your needs and your budget.
Which home security provider is best for St. Paul renters?
Our top home security pick for renters in St. Paul is SimpliSafe. Unlike local providers, SimpliSafe doesn’t require a lengthy contract, and they offer optional professional monitoring and a 60-day no-risk return policy.
Which home security providers offer professional installation?
Every local St. Paul home security company we researched offers professional installation for homes in the city and surrounding areas. Bigger home security names such as Guardian Protection, Vivint, and ADT also offer professional installation for St. Paul residents.
Which home security providers allow DIY installation?
Our top picks for DIY home security systems for St. Paul residents include SimpliSafe, Blue by ADT and Cove Security. These DIY systems offer optional professional monitoring, wireless equipment and smart home devices.
