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.
Home Security 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 […]
AFA Protective Systems Review 2026: Commercial Fire Specialist vs Modern Home Security Options
AFA Protective Systems at a Glance Category Details What It Means Founded 1873 One of the oldest fire-protection brands in the U.S. Primary focus Commercial fire + enterprise security Not built for typical DIY homeowners Service model Consultative/pro-installed Quote-based pricing, longer sales cycle Monitoring 24/7 central station Strong for regulated facilities and compliance Ideal customer […]
Best Smart Thermostats for Home Security 2026: Ecobee vs Nest vs Z-Wave (Integration Guide)
Why Your Smart Thermostat Matters for Home Security A smart thermostat does more than save on energy bills. When integrated with your security system, it becomes an active part of your defense — adjusting temperatures when you arm/disarm, simulating occupancy while you’re away, and alerting you to HVAC anomalies that could signal a break-in (like […]
Nest vs Ecobee 2026: Smart Thermostat Security Integration — Complete Head-to-Head Comparison
Google Nest vs Ecobee: Quick Comparison Feature Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium Google Nest Learning (4th Gen) Winner Price $250 $280 Ecobee HomeKit ✅ ❌ Ecobee Alexa built-in ✅ ❌ Ecobee Google Home ✅ ✅ Tie Room sensors (included) ✅ (1 included) ❌ ($40 add-on) Ecobee Air quality monitor ✅ ❌ Ecobee Z-Wave ❌ ❌ Tie […]
