💰 Home Security System Cost · Reno, NV

Simple Pricing.
No Surprises.

24/7 professional monitoring by Brinks Home Security with dual path reporting starts at $40 a month. You own the equipment outright. Installation is typically free. No financing tricks, no contracts hiding thousands of dollars in equipment costs.

$40/mo
Starting price · 24/7 Brinks Home Security monitoring · Dual path reporting · Every home is different
Call or book online for an accurate quote for your home
What You Get

Typically Included At No Cost

Most installs include the following equipment at no charge. Every home is different. Call Scott and he'll tell you exactly what your home needs.

Standard Equipment · Typically Free
Included on most installs at no additional cost
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Alarm Panel
Qolsys IQ Panel, the brain of your system. Controls everything and connects to Brinks Home Security 24/7 monitoring with dual path reporting.
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External Door Sensors
Encrypted S-Line sensors on all exterior entry doors. Cannot be defeated by cheap replay devices.
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Smoke Detection
Monitored smoke detector integrated with your panel. Dispatches fire services even when you're not home.
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Security Camera
Doorbell or outdoor camera included on most installs. Remote viewing from your phone included.
How It Works

What Makes Kiwi Alarms Different

Most national alarm companies don't sell you a security system. They finance you one. The equipment (panel, sensors, cameras, smart locks) gets rolled into your monthly bill over 60 months. That $0 down offer hides thousands of dollars of equipment cost inside your monthly payment. You're paying for it, you just can't see it clearly on the quote.

At Kiwi Alarms, the equipment is yours. You own it outright from day one. Monitoring is handled by Brinks Home Security. 24/7 professional monitoring with dual path reporting, meaning your system communicates over both cellular and broadband so if one path goes down the other keeps the signal going. Monitoring starts at $40 a month. If you ever want to switch monitoring providers you can, because you own the hardware. Nobody can hold your equipment hostage.

You own the equipment. Monitoring is through Brinks Home Security. 24/7 professional dispatch with dual path reporting over cellular and broadband. No financing. No equipment rolled into your monthly bill. Your hardware belongs to you from the day it's installed.

Installation is typically free. Scott installs every system himself. No subcontractors, no strangers in your home. He does the work, tests every sensor, walks you through the app, and leaves when the job is done right. There's no separate installation invoice on most residential jobs.

Every home is different so the only way to get an accurate number for your specific situation is a conversation. Some homes need more sensors, some need more cameras, some have specific requirements that change the picture. Scott will give you a straight answer with no pressure and no obligation.

What national door-to-door companies don't put on the quote sheet: equipment financing over 60 months, $5 per month per camera for cloud storage, $6.99 per month for DVR access, annual rate increases built into the contract, and early termination fees calculated as a percentage of the remaining balance. Read our full breakdown of what a Vivint contract actually costs before signing anything at the door.
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Pricing Questions

How much does a home security system cost in Reno? +

Monitoring starts at $40 a month through Kiwi Alarms. Most installs include the panel, door sensors, smoke detection, and a camera at no cost. Installation is typically free. Every home is different so call Scott at 775-247-7782 for an accurate quote.

Is alarm system installation free? +

On most residential installs, yes. Scott installs every system personally and does not charge a separate installation fee on most jobs. Larger or more complex installs may vary. Call to confirm for your specific home.

Do I have to sign a long-term contract? +

No long-term contract is required to get started. Monitoring is available month to month or through a professional monitoring agreement depending on what works best for you. Unlike national door-to-door companies, Kiwi Alarms does not require a 5-year contract as a condition of installation.

Do I own the alarm equipment? +

Yes. Equipment installed by Kiwi Alarms belongs to you outright from day one. There is no financing, no equipment rolled into your monthly bill, and no penalty for switching monitoring providers later because the hardware is yours.

How does Kiwi Alarms pricing compare to Vivint or ADT? +

National companies typically finance equipment over 60 months, rolling thousands of dollars of hardware cost into the monthly bill. A real Vivint order summary shared online showed a total 60-month commitment of over $7,000 once equipment financing, camera storage fees, and DVR access were included. Kiwi Alarms monitoring starts at $40 a month with no equipment financing. Read our full Vivint cost breakdown for more detail.

What area does Kiwi Alarms serve? +

Reno, Sparks, Carson City, Fernley, Fallon, Truckee, South Lake Tahoe, Sacramento, Susanville, and Quincy. Scott installs every system personally within a 100-mile radius of Reno. See the full service areas page.

Get an accurate quote for your home
Every home is different. Call Scott or book a free consultation and he'll tell you exactly what your home needs and what it will cost. Straight answer, no pressure, no obligation.
What customers say

Real Reviews From
Real Reno Customers

★★★★★
5.0
Reviews across Google & Yelp
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Kristen C.
West Sacramento, CA
Yelp
★★★★★

"Scott is super responsive and helpful. I quickly needed an alarm system installed for my insurance and he came out same day and got us all set up. He also offered the best rate we had seen. I'm glad we decided not to go with ADT — their customer service was a nightmare."

March 2026
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Steve M.
Los Gatos, CA
Yelp
★★★★★

"Scott from Kiwi Alarms is excellent! He installed four solar AI cameras plus the equipment to make them run. We downloaded the app and he showed us the full functionality. The cameras work perfect. Could not be more happy. I recommend giving Scott a call for any alarm and cameras."

March 2026
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Dolly Hood
Reno, NV
Google
★★★★★

"Scott with Kiwi Alarms was professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. He explained everything clearly, gave us a great price, and the install was clean and fast. Highly recommend if you're looking for a reliable security system."

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Chris Newman
Reno, NV
Google
★★★★★

"Service was smooth with no gimmicks. Scott is very professional and good at what he does. Very genuine and helpful. Kiwi Alarms hooked it up with new devices and replaced my outdated ones. Price is great too — saving us extra money. Thanks again Scott."

4 months ago
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Demetrius Ramsey
Reno, NV
Google
★★★★★

"Very professional and customer focused. He set up my system with great attention to detail, took his time to ensure everything was done correctly, and thoroughly explained how the entire system works. Highly recommend!"

5 months ago
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Chris P.
Buena Park, CA
Yelp
★★★★★

"Scott was amazing from the beginning consultation. He was very thorough when installing our new security system with the camera installation, to the panel especially the z-wave thermostat. Everything was integrated and the clarity from the eufy cameras is super sharp! Highly recommend going with Scott for your home security needs."

April 2025