Are home alarm systems worth it? I’m talking about something like ADT or Vivint, with window and door sensors, and automated police calls.
Are those monthly subscriptions worth it? Do you guys have them? Does anyone have any stories where having an alarm system made a break-in situation better? Are they just snake oil?
Security systems might get you insurance discounts too. But I’ve been of the assumption most break-ins will be opportunistic (unlocked entry points or things laying around). Even fake signs and cameras can help be deterrents. Only people I’ve personally known with problems though were either vehicle break-ins or stolen packages.