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How Professional Alarm Monitoring Services Work? - GEOARM Security®

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Step 1: Arm the Security System

Too many people forget to arm their security system every time they leave the house. As a security system user, your only responsibility is to set the alarm. GeoArm offers a wide range of wireless keypads and keyfobs which make this step as easy as possible.





Step 2: Alarm Initiating Event Occurs

One of your security devices is triggered by an alarm initiating event. Next, the device that was activated sends a signal back to your security system control panel which then sounds a local siren. With our professional alarm monitoring services, the activated control panel goes into alarm protocol and will call the GeoArm central station via; traditional phone line, voip, wifi, broadband internet, cellular, or dual-path communication network(s).






Step 3: Alarm Signal is Received

Upon receiving your alarm signal, our operators are trained to follow dispatch protocol and respond to your specific situation. If a medical, fire, or panic signal is received, the operator immediately calls the proper emergency response. If a burglary signal is received, the operator responds based on the submitted call verification phone numbers.






Step 4: Call Verification Begins

In order to reduce the chance of false alarms, our central station operators will call up to two different phone numbers in an attempt to verify that a real alarm has occurred. If there is no answer at either number, or if a wrong false alarm password is given, the operator will then dispatch the police. This call verification process effectively eliminates over 75% of all false alarm dispatches and is now required by most states and local municipalities.

Learn About Our Alarm Company?




Welcome DiYers to GeoArm Security! We are a professional alarm company, that specializes in DiY security solutions. Our GeoArm brand is a subsidiary of the conglomerate AlarmClub.com, Inc. which has been protecting homes and businesses in South Florida since 1999. Headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, our organization has established itself as the nationwide leader in low-cost business and home security solutions for all skill levels of do-it-yourselfer's.

Founded in 2008, our GeoArm brand was a early pioneer in the home security market based on the simple principle that business and home security should be easier and cost less money. With the advancements of wireless technologies, we have focused on delivering name brand products at everyday low prices. We shared our customer's dream that free technical support resources should be available without the need for expensive hourly onsite technicians. So, our team got to work developing our proprietary library of how-to-videos and support center articles geared for even the most inexperienced DiYer.

By focusing first and foremost on the customer experience, our brands have disrupted the home security market. Our commitment to research and development helps ensure that our DiY clients get the most cutting edge security systems, products and services available. Unlike other companies, we offer both do-it-yourself and central station alarm monitoring services starting at only $10 a month.

✓Low Price - At less than a third the price of our competitors ,we keep you protected without taxing your wallet. By providing remote alarm service, we also save you the cost of expensive and time consuming onsite service calls. If you own an existing business or home security system, chances are we can reprogram your panel to dial our ETL-listed central station and you can start saving on that monthly monitoring bill today.

✓Great Service - Whether it's our operators who diligently respond to every emergency signal or our expert technicians who are ready to help you with any security need have confidence knowing you have a full staff of security professionals on hand to keep you protected. With decades of real industry experience, our certified staff of security experts prides itself on providing the highest level of service and support.

✓Superior Reliability - Our central alarm monitoring station performs professional and do-it-yourself alarm monitoring services across North America. By utilizing state-of-the-art equipment with full redundancy and system backups, our alarm monitoring station goes beyond the highest industry standards to provide you with the best protection available.

✓Complete Security - Every one of our employees have been background checked, drug tested, and attend continuing education. With advanced disaster recovery processes in place, our state-of-the-art central alarm monitoring station will never leave you unprotected.

Over the years, we have monitored thousands of homes and business's across North America against burglary, commercial fire and medical emergencies. With unlimited zones, rest assured knowing your family and property are safe and protected at all times while making you eligible for a homeowner's insurance discount. In some cases, this discount can cover the cost of your alarm monitoring service. All of our professional central station plans connect your system to a live operator, 24 hours a day, who can call the proper authorities (police, fire or medical) for dispatching in case of a confirmed break-in, fire, or any other type of emergency.

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Read Our Great Customer Reviews?




"Who wants to be locked into a 3 year contract? After researching their competition, it's clear GeoArm is one of the best DIY alarm companies around. Unlike my previous alarm company, GeoArm did not require me to sign up for the long term contract. I save hundreds of dollars each year and have the peace of mind knowing that I am not locked into a contract."

Jimmy in Los Angeles, CA



"The initial experience with GeoArm is among the best that I have had. I received a callback promptly after calling their toll-free number. Communication was consistently outstanding, with timely e-mails and phone calls. Their technician Ralph possessed an in-depth knowledge of security hardware and internet connectivity. In this age of internet anonymity, it is refreshing to receive a customer-first approach to product delivery, service, and support."

Cheryl in Hartford, CT



"Yes, I am a IT guy and a DIYer. Reading a technical manual is a walk in the park for me, however, the hardwired alarm products (Vista 20p, Tuxedo Touch, KeyFob, etc) can become confusing even for me. You really need the expertise of GeoArm. Once you are done with the wiring and have installed the cellular communicator, Joe helped me with all the rest. Their website is SUPERB and has all the information to make the setup easy."

Eric in Allentown, PA



"I contacted GeoArm for help in programming my Honeywell L5200 to recognize my hard wired external siren. I spoke with Drew who was more than helpful in solving my issue and walked me through the steps to program my control panel. He is quite knowledgeable and patient and solved my problem in a matter of minutes. Also, the videos online are very helpful too for the DIY'ers like me. Their customer service gets 5-Stars!"

Victor in Phoenix, AZ



"I want to thank GeoArm and Joe for the quick and painless setup of alarm monitoring at my new home. It is a very complex system (Vista 21iP) which Joe got communicating in less than 30 minutes. He offered tips on ease of use and fixed my configuration (zone wiring) where I messed up. He walked me through Total Connect and explained in detail all the creature features. It was very refreshing talking to someone who cared as much about my setup as me. I look forward to a long relationship with GeoArm."

Robert in Bakersfield, CA



"If you've done any serious researching on doing a DIY alarm system, you have to look at these guys at GeoArm who have built their business for the DIYer. I used to work in the security industry and I fully appreciate the technical expertise offered through the videos and through their safe ordering process to get their alarm monitoring service. In case you just started researching, save yourself a lot of time and choose GeoArm."

George in Boca Raton, FL

Watch How-to-DiY Security Videos?




On our YouTube page you will find tons of how to DIY installation and programming videos for home security, automation, and security cameras. All of the GeoArm videos we have organized into playlists so you can simply select your exact security system. Learn how to do-it-yourself install, program and set up your home security equipment. Our how-to videos include the major security brands; Honeywell, Alula, Total Connect 2.0, Alarm.com, DSC, IpDatatel, Napco, Uplink, Telguard, Qolsys, 2GIG Go! Control, Interlogix, and Videofied.

For more helpful tips and information about security system programming or installation, please check out our knowledge base at: support center.