See how APB Security compares to other security companies. Discover why we're the trusted choice for thousands of customers since 1977.
| Feature | National Chains | APB Security |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Transparent Pricing |
⚠
Hidden fees common
|
✓
No hidden fees
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| Competitive Rates |
⚠
Often higher
|
✓
Fair & competitive
|
| Custom Quotes |
✗
One-size-fits-all
|
✓
Tailored to your needs
|
| Abilities & Services | ||
| Residential Security | ✓ | ✓ |
| Commercial Security |
⚠
Limited options
|
✓
Full commercial solutions
|
| Smart Home Integration |
⚠
Basic features
|
✓
Advanced automation
|
| Video Surveillance | ✓ |
✓
Professional grade
|
| Access Control Systems |
⚠
Limited
|
✓
Comprehensive solutions
|
| Custom Integration | ✗ |
✓
Fully customizable
|
| Customer Reviews & Reputation | ||
| Customer Reviews |
Mixed
Varies by location
|
Excellent
Consistently high ratings
|
| Years in Business | Varies |
Since 1977
48+ years experience
|
| Customer Satisfaction |
⚠
Corporate focus
|
✓
Customer-first approach
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| Advantages | ||
| Local & Family Owned | ✗ |
✓
Family-owned since 1977
|
| Personal Service |
✗
Call centers
|
✓
Direct access to owners
|
| Quick Response Time |
⚠
Scheduled appointments
|
✓
Fast local response
|
| Long-term Employees |
⚠
High turnover
|
✓
Experienced team
|
| UL Listed Monitoring |
⚠
Varies
|
✓
24/7 UL-listed central station
|
| Flexibility & Versatility |
✗
Rigid systems
|
✓
Customized solutions
|
| Local Knowledge |
✗
National focus
|
✓
NY & NJ expertise
|
| Disadvantages | ||
| National Coverage |
✓
Nationwide service
|
⚠
NY & NJ focus
|
| Brand Recognition |
✓
Well-known brands
|
⚠
Regional reputation
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| Other Relevant Items | ||
| Licensed & Insured | ✓ |
✓
NY & NJ licensed
|
| Free Consultation |
⚠
Sales-focused
|
✓
Complimentary consultation
|
| Customer Referrals |
⚠
Limited
|
✓
Most business from referrals
|
| Service & Support |
⚠
Standard support
|
✓
Excellence in service
|
| Technology Partners |
⚠
Limited brands
|
✓
Honeywell, Control4 & more
|
| Installation Quality |
⚠
Standard installation
|
✓
Professional workmanship
|
Central monitoring station in the NYC metro area. Operators familiar with local streets and neighborhoods.
Reliable 2-way radio network and cellular transmitters. Phones answered by a person 24/7. Expert technicians with minimal disruption.
In business since 1977. Over 5,000 satisfied customers. Expert design, installation and service throughout NY and NJ.