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Complete pricing breakdown for residential and commercial security systems in Mercer County NJ and Bucks County PA.
Key Takeaway:
Most residential systems cost $500-$3,000 upfront plus $25-$60/month for monitoring. Commercial systems range from $2,000-$100,000+ depending on facility size and requirements.
| Home Size | Equipment Breakdown | Installation | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small Home 1-2 BR, 1,000-1,500 sq ft | • Control panel: $200-$400 • Sensors (4-6): $100-$180 • Motion (1-2): $50-$150 • Keypad: $75-$150 • Siren: $50-$100 | Included-$300 | $500-$1,500 |
| Medium Home 3-4 BR, 1,500-3,000 sq ft | • Control panel: $300-$600 • Sensors (8-12): $200-$360 • Motion (2-3): $100-$225 • Keypads (2): $150-$300 • Environmental: $100-$300 | $200-$500 | $1,400-$3,000 |
| Large Home 5+ BR, 3,000+ sq ft | • Control panel: $400-$800 • Sensors (15-25): $375-$750 • Motion (3-5): $150-$375 • Keypads (2-3): $225-$450 • Environmental: $200-$500 | $500-$1,000 | $3,000-$6,000+ |
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| Feature | Wireless | Hardwired |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | $500-$3,000 | $800-$4,000 |
| Installation | $0-$500 (4-8 hours) | $300-$1,500 (1-3 days) |
| Total Upfront | $500-$3,500 | $1,100-$5,500 |
| 5-Year Maintenance | +$100-$300 (batteries) | Minimal |
| Best For | Existing homes, quick install | New construction, max reliability |
Recommendation: For most existing NJ and PA homes, wireless systems offer the best value—lower upfront cost, faster installation, and minimal long-term maintenance.
Total: $2,000-$5,000
Total: $8,500-$21,000
Monthly monitoring: $40-$100
Total: $5,000-$15,000
Total: $20,000-$57,000
Monthly monitoring: $75-$200
Total: $15,000-$40,000
Total: $55,000-$180,000
Monthly monitoring: $150-$500+
| System | Upfront | Monitoring (5 yrs) | Insurance Savings | Net 5-Year Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIY | $500 | $900-$1,800 | $0 (may not qualify) | $1,400-$2,300 |
| Professional | $1,500 | $1,800-$3,600 | -$1,500 to -$3,000 | $1,800-$3,600 |
| Net Difference | Professional costs only $400-$1,300 more over 5 years while providing better protection, reliability, and service | |||
With insurance discounts (10-20% on homeowners policy), professional systems cost only $400-$1,300 more over 5 years while providing better protection, reliability, and service.
Annual insurance premium: $1,500
Security system discount (15%): -$225/year
Monitoring cost: $480/year
Net annual cost: $255
Annual premium: $5,000
Discount (20%): -$1,000/year
Monitoring cost: $1,200/year
Net annual cost: $200
ROI: Commercial systems often pay for themselves through insurance savings alone within 3-5 years.
Wireless systems require periodic battery replacements
5-Year Total: $50-$150
Most NJ/PA municipalities require annual permits
Municipalities charge for excessive false alarms
Security + access control + video: Save 10-20%
Multi-location discounts: 15-25%
Annual prepay vs monthly: Save 10-15%
Multi-year contracts: Save up to 20%
Winter (Nov-Feb): Many companies offer discounts
Ask about seasonal promotions
Lower installation costs
Faster installation = lower labor cost
Avoid over-buying features you won't use
Upgrade later as needs change
Seniors (65+): 10%
Veterans/military: 10-15%
Referrals: $50-$200 credit
Every property is unique. Your actual costs depend on property size, desired features, monitoring level, and integration needs.