How Much Does a DIY Home Security System Cost?
Explore what goes into the cost of a DIY home security system with ADT Blu, from the starter kit and sensors to cameras and monitoring.
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Key takeaways
- A DIY system lets you choose your own equipment and install it yourself, in under an hour in most cases, with no technician visit.
- The ADT Blu starter package includes an ADT Base, two door and window sensors, a yard sign and window stickers, and you can add sensors as needed.
- Add-on options include motion, glass break, water and temperature, smoke and CO sensors, plus outdoor, indoor and doorbell cameras.
- Choose self-monitoring through the app or professional monitoring. ADT Blu doesn't require a long-term contract.
Helping to protect your home from theft doesn't have to break the bank. With ADT you choose a home security system that works best for your lifestyle. Whether you choose to install it yourself, have Remote Assistance or elect for professional installation, we have an option for you.
Learn how to get the most bang for your buck with a DIY home security system.
What Is a DIY Home Security System?
ADT DIY is a DIY home security system that empowers you to personalize your protection to fit your needs. With ADT, we wanted to give those with a do-it-yourself attitude the opportunity to customize a protection package. Getting started is quick and easy; choose your security devices and monitoring plan and set up your devices.
With ADT, some security features include:
ADT puts the power in your hands to decide what you need for your space. We offer a base system that you can add to and modify to meet your needs. You can decide how many sensors you need for your home. Installation is simple and can be achieved in less than an hour in most cases.
A Breakdown of Home Security System Costs
Customize your home security system by choosing just cameras or you can build a full system to meet your needs.
Customize Your System
Get started with the essentials for security with ADT, then easily customize your system with add-ons to fit your specific needs.
The customize your system includes:
When signing up to build your own system, you can add smart camera(s), sensor(s) smoke detectors or smart home devices you may need
Our Favorite Sensors
Security Cameras for Everyone
Our advanced cameras can work separately or together in one of our DIY home security systems. If you choose one of our DIY home security systems, you will have a live HD feed from your camera, instant alerts for motion detection, facial recognition events, and the ability to speak through the device's two-way talk feature. We offer three security camera types with ADT: outdoor, indoor, and doorbell.
Security Camera Features
Night vision: See what's going on in your home from your smartphone even when it's dark. Facial recognition: Receive instant alerts when the camera spots a familiar face. Two-way talk + noise cancellation: Speak to anyone within the house via the mobile app. Motion detection zones: Set up custom detection zones so that you can receive instant notifications. Extend your Wi-Fi range for indoor, outdoor, and doorbell cameras. Push notifications and previews: Get updates to your device about any activity.
Outdoor Camera:
Our motion-activated camera helps keep what you care about safe. Monitor your kids and pets in the yard or detect motion in specific sections of your property. Additionally, all of our security cameras are compatible with smart home tools like Amazon's Alexa.
Indoor Camera:
With the indoor camera, you'll be able to monitor your home using an advanced 2K security camera. With two-way communication, you can talk to anyone in your home from the app.
We recommend setting motion alerts so that you can get notifications when someone enters your home. Whether you get notified of your cat jumping on the counter while you're at work, or your kids are arriving home, ADT cameras offer you advanced image quality in a small, wireless solution. Our indoor cameras are compatible with smart home devices, like Amazon's Alexa.
Curious about the security system installation cost? By electing a DIY system, you avoid any installation fees. These are simple additions that can make a huge change in your home security.
ADT DIY Monitoring
Whether you prefer a hands-on approach or added peace of mind, ADT offers flexible monitoring options to match your lifestyle. With self-monitoring, you stay in control--managing alerts, checking in on your home, and taking action directly from the app. For those who want an extra layer of protection, professional monitoring connects your system to trained ADT specialists who are ready to respond when something happens. It's a simple choice: manage it yourself, or have a team behind you--depending on how much support you want.
Learn more about ADT DIY monitoring options.
Choose a DIY Home Security System
Deciding to build your own home security system doesn't have to be costly or overwhelming. ADT puts the power to decide, set up, and plan in your hands.
With various cameras, sensors, and other device options, we're confident that you can find what you're looking for with ADT.
ADT Blu: smart home security, set up by you.
ADT Blu is the do-it-yourself line from the ADT name associated with home security for 150 years. Choose the equipment that fits your home and your monitoring plan that fits how you live -- no technician in your home, no long-term contract.