ASG Security no longer operates independently. Learn what happened after the Guardian acquisition, contract risks for former ASG customers, 3-year cost comparisons, and the best alternatives.
Alarm Systems
Nest Security System Review 2026: Discontinued for 6 Years — What Replaced It, ADT Partnership & Best Alternatives
If you searched for “Nest security system,” here’s the hard truth: Google killed Nest Secure in 2020 and has never built a replacement. Six years later, there’s still no Nest alarm system — and based on Google’s camera-only strategy, there probably never will be. Nest still makes excellent cameras, but cameras alone don’t protect your […]
Samsung SmartThings Review 2026: Best Smart Home Hub — But It Cannot Replace a Security System
Samsung SmartThings is the best smart home hub on the market — but it’s a terrible security system. It controls lights, locks, thermostats, and sensors brilliantly. It does NOT offer professional monitoring, has no dedicated siren, and won’t dispatch police when someone breaks in. That distinction matters. If you want a smart home hub, SmartThings […]
Hawk Home Security Review 2026: Texas-Only, 36-60 Month Contracts, ~$45/Month for Alarm.com Hardware You Can Buy for $199 Without a Contract
Hawk Home Security is a Texas-based alarm company serving Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio. They offer professionally installed, monitored security systems — but in 2026, paying a regional dealer for opaque pricing and long contracts makes less sense than ever. Here’s the full breakdown. Hawk Home Security at a Glance Feature Details […]
Skylink Security System Review 2026: $80 Alarm With No App, No Wi-Fi, and No Monitoring — 3 Smart Systems Under $200 That Actually Send You Alerts
Skylink Security System Review 2026: Budget Retail Alarm — Outdated or Still Worth It? Skylink is a Canadian security equipment manufacturer that’s been making wireless alarm systems, garage door openers, and home automation products since the 1990s. Sold through Home Depot and Amazon at budget prices ($80-$200), Skylink systems appeal to shoppers who want a […]