Security Help Guide is a free service that connects homeowners with local security companies and installers. We are not a security company, alarm dealer, or monitoring provider, and we do not sell, install, or monitor security systems.
Install it yourself when it is one or two wireless cameras: mount, pair in the app, and test in minutes. Hire a professional for wired or PoE systems, several cameras, high or tricky mounting, or hidden cabling and planned coverage. The choice comes down to camera count, whether wiring is involved, and your comfort with tools and networks.
Free·No obligation·Takes about a minute·Secure form
| Option | Typical labor cost |
|---|---|
| Do it yourself (wireless) | $0, about 15-30 min per camera |
| Professional (per camera) | ~$80-$200 |
| DIY saving vs. pro | roughly $150 per camera |
No. We are a free matching service. We are not a security company, alarm dealer, or monitoring provider, we connect you with vetted local companies and installers who do that work.
Nothing. Our service is free for homeowners and renters. The companies in our network pay us when we refer you, so you are never charged for the connection.
No. There is no obligation. You can compare options, talk to a company, and walk away. Whether you buy equipment or sign up for monitoring is entirely your choice.
Not necessarily. Many systems are self-monitored, you get the alerts yourself, at little or no monthly cost. Professional monitoring, commonly about $20 to $60 a month, adds a center that can dispatch help. We explain both so you can choose.
Yes. Whether you want a video doorbell, an outdoor camera system, a full alarm, or a mix, we connect you with local companies that handle your kind of job, for a home or a business.
Tell us what you need, we will match you with a vetted local company, free and with no obligation.
