I am updating my review as Alert 360 reached out to me and Michelle Witkowski resolved my concerns. My confidence is restored and Michelle turned me back into a potential future customer.
Response from Alert 360Jun 19, 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a positive review, John-Mark! We are thrilled to hear that you had a good experience with Alert 360 and hope to continue providing you with top-notch security services in the future. If you ever need any assistance or have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Best, Ashley R., Social Media Manager
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Psychological Services For F.
Beware
Beware. You are going to get nickle and dimed from this company. They bought out the other security company I started out with $49.99 a month. I don't need security monitoring and I don't use it, but I get charged for it anyways. The city where I live requires 24 hour fire alarms on businesses. I am getting overcharged and I don't have a choice. Which leads me to the second problem. About a year ago their system (they tell me it's mine) isn't working. Alert 360 "fixes it" and charges me over $300. But, they "kindly" charge me an extra $2.94 a month for a 2 year contract. I don't trust them. Just received a bill for an extra $357.00 and a $5.00 late fee! About 2 months ago, my system (THEIR SYSTEM!!) starts beeping crazy several times a day. They tell me it's going to cost over $300....!!!!
I didn't have a choice but to let them fix THEIR SYSTEM and charge me for it!!
I am stuck for another year. Don't make my mistake, find another company. I warned you.
Sincerely,
Jeff Lloyd MBA
Response from Alert 360Dec 5, 2022
Thank you for providing your feedback, Jeff. We set a high standard for ourselves and are truly sorry to hear you don’t believe that standard was met in your interaction with us. A member of our leadership team has made multiple attempts to reach you to discuss the options we have available. Please return our call at your earliest convenience, so we can work to find a resolution. Best, Ashley R., Social Media Manager
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Kate
Useful app; professional support
Alert 360's app makes it easy to ensure your home stays safe while you are on the go. Their help and support team are always professional.
Response from Alert 360Nov 28, 2022
Thank you for your review, Kate. We're happy you've chosen Alert 360 to protect you and your loved ones. Please don't hesitate to reach out should you need anything in the future. Best, Ashley R., Social Media Manager
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Madelyn D.
I have been trying to contact you for…
I have been trying to contact you for many hours since this afternoon to no avail. I'm told someone will contact me and no one ever does. If I do not get to speak with someone tomorrow I will seek another security system
Response from Alert 360Oct 18, 2022
Thank you for providing your feedback and letting us know about this issue, Doris. The department you were leaving messages for was not in during the hours you attempted to reach them. For future, we would encourage you to select the option to speak to an available agent, and they'll be happy to assist you with any questions you might have. Thank you for the opportunity to resolve this for you. Please don't hesitate to reach out should you need anything moving forward.
Best,
Ashley R.
Social Media Manager - Alert 360
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Lord Ddraig the R.
POSSIBLE COMPROMISED SYSTEMS MET WITH COGNITIVE DISSONANCE
Update..in response to the misinformation written in their reply, I am 7 hrs away in total from the properties before mentioned. They were informed that I would be there on October 9. No representation of alert 360 showed. I was there for 12 hrs trying to save the property located there. VM is not full, and I had a heated conversation with a representative from their company that offered only a release from contract. To little to late, and the bigger point of my complaint is to help prevent other customers of theirs to experience what I have. One situation alone did not alert me to the pattern. Most customers only have one property under their service. Alert 360 is not only outright dismissing the possibility of it being compromised without investigation, but they have exibited cognitive dissonance to it and outright defensiveness. I have provided all requests twice now. Their own employees confirmed that system was showing armed during the 3 hour breakin prior to alarm going off. Camera footage shows perpetrators went in and out of a security defined protected area. Alert 360 did come out and do a post breakin inspection. At that time all equipment tested good, but they up sold me on additional equipment at both properties. All of which failed again in the same manner.
To clarify the statement of being compromised is a reference to their system which may or may not involve internal as they assumed I was referencing. It is clear that their equipment is being bypassed not only through entryway protection but also motion detectors inside of the home located directly in path of perpetrator movement. I ask you this. How does a fully armed and service connected system that was apparently functioning properly not detect 6 different perpetrators plus their dog walking directly in front of motion detection connected device for 3 hrs and never trip their alarm system? You can also add the front door was also not tripped although tested by alert 360 as fully functioning after the breakin at 424 apple wood location. They entered and exited for 3 hrs and system stayed armed and detected nothing.
I strongly recommend avoiding this company and highly recommend to disconnect service. A contract break penalty would have been cheaper than the losses and the stress all of this has caused me. What service was provided for the monthly fees that were paid every month when their system is clearly compromised in some manner? What service did they provide for the monthly fees that were paid when their equipment is a joke to the thieves like the ones that broke in to that property? The fully accurate answer is...none. Their defensiveness, denile, and complete lack of concern for their customers safety over their self preservation is disturbing and appalling.
Description of Complaint:
3 properties with a total of 6 break in's. 901 s 11th st. System failures after system check and/or repair caused loss exceeding $8000.00. no insurance and as such no alert 360 assistance for loss. 424 apple wood, breakin captured by trail camera showed 3 plus hours of alarm bypassed by perpetrators causing near 1000.00 in loss again a few months after repair/check/upgrade. 2805 nw 23rd breakin with motion detector failure to detect just months after upgrade/repair/test of system with additional contract and monthly cost and installation and equipment cost. Damage to property but loss again caused by system failure. Their system is either inept or compromised and has caused me 1000's in loss . System upgrades each time still produced system failures that allowed perpetrators to have not only access, but extreme extended access to what should have been a secure location. I have come to the belief that their company/system is compromised, but discussion of the possibility is met with cognitive dissonance and dismissal. All reports made and provided with photos , case numbers and arrests were made. This company has failed to meet any generally accepted basic expectations of security. For 3+hours motion detector and front entry failed to detect 6 people entering and exiting with system fully armed and system monitoring unaware. Alert 360 is either inept or compromised and the only loss being absorbed is by myself and my family. The normal expectations commonly expected are not met because of system failures or compromised systems. At this time I demand compensation for my losses, refund for equipment and equipment upgrades where promises failed to meet normal expectations, refund of monthly service for all 3 properties since first system failure caused losses, cancelation of contracts w/o penalties, and detailed response to address the possibility of compromised systems to help protect others from similar loss.
Desired Settlement:
Refund
Response from Alert 360Oct 10, 2022
Alert 360 prides itself on industry-leading customer service and state-of-the-art equipment, and we would never want a customer to have a negative experience. We have researched this claim based on the limited information we have received, and have requested evidence of a loss such as an inventory list of items stolen, a police report, and insurance claim or any other form of documentation substantiating a loss. To date this information has been provided. We have attempted to contact Mr. Sproat to discuss this matter and our calls have not been answered and his voice mailbox is full so we are unable to leave a message. Additionally, no evidence has been provided that would indicate any Alert 360 employee was involved in these incidents, and we will cooperate fully with authorities.
We have offered to conduct a post-burglary system inspection which is standard protocol in the event of a burglary, however that request has been denied by Mr. Sproat. We remain Interested in conducting an inspection of Mr. Sproat’s system as soon as possible, and we request a copy of the police report as well as an insurance claim so we may fully investigate this matter. Until this information is provided, we consider this matter closed.
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Karin A.
Excellent alarm company
Excellent alarm company. Techs are polite, competent and quick, and telephone customer service is excellent. It's easy to reach a human being who can actually take care of the issue you phoned about. What a relief!
Response from Alert 360Sep 12, 2022
Thank you for sharing your experience, Karin. Customer service is incredibly important to us, and I'm happy the Alert 360 team provided such great service! Please don't hesitate to reach out should you need assistance in the future. Best, Ashley R., Social Media Manager
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Sandra H.
Absolutely the best alarm company💯
Absolutely the best alarm company💯. I have had a couple of issues, but they fixed it as soon as possible. The workers are also very professional.
Response from Alert 360Aug 23, 2022
Thank you for your review, Sandra. We're happy you've chosen Alert 360 to protect you and your loved ones. Please don't hesitate to reach out should you need anything in the future. Best, Ashley R., Social Media Manager
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Joseph
Great experience, Great technicians !!
Great experience,
Joel was professional, personable and efficient. He answered our questions thoroughly and to the degree necessary the gives the responses we needed. Our system was enhanced with an additional equipment. He ensured all critical sensors and zones were verified and working. No issues after more than 15 hrs with this company.
I would call and request this particular technician again if needed.
Response from Alert 360Aug 15, 2022
Thank you for sharing your experience, Joseph. Customer service is incredibly important to us, and I'm happy Joel provided such great service! Please don't hesitate to reach out should you need assistance in the future. Best, Ashley R., Social Media Manager