Pre-Quailfy Security Companies

• Verify active alarm company (Alarm Company Operator, ACO) and Sales Representative/Technician (Alarm Company Employee. ACE) licenses: www2.dca.ca.gov
• Verify active California Alarm Association members: www.caaonline.org/regularmembersregions.asp
• Research companies for fraudulent, adverse files or records
• Consult with several security companies in order to make an informed decision in choosing the right company for you

Receive Informed Consultations

• Ensure the Sales Representative understands your security needs
• Receive security service from a licensed security company and not a third party dealer
• Demand more than one written proposal
• Require clarification of service fees associated with special or 'free' systems
• Verify if you will own the system after the initial term or it remains the property of the alarm company
• Understand the contract, the proposed system, service expectations, and local false alarm fees
• Receive live-emergency representative access 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
• Question Installing Service Technicians' experience, and if employees have been drug screened and background checked
• Have your equipment tested in-house, prior to installation, to ensure proper operation
• Have the same security company install and monitor your security system with an Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Certified Central Station that is based in California

Select a Qualified Security Provider

• Receive training on how to operate your security system
• Receive quality service and 24 Hour Emergency Response
• Receive potential savings with your insurance provider