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Surety Business Blog 5/19/26

Tue, 19 May 2026 15:00:14 +0000

Surety Business Blog 5/19/26

May 15, 2026

Car Dealership Security Systems: A Zone-by-Zone Guide to Cameras, Alarm, Access Control, and GPS

Auto dealerships face threats no other SMB encounters: a lot full of six-figure inventory, a key room that unlocks all of it, and overnight customer vehicles. Here is what actually works.

A typical franchise dealership has more security exposure on its property at 9 p.m. on a Friday than most office parks or retail blocks see in a week. Inventory alone often runs into the tens of millions of dollars: a hundred new and pre-owned vehicles on the lot, another twenty to thirty customer cars staged...

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Surety Home Press 5/19/26

Tue, 19 May 2026 15:00:13 +0000

Surety Home Press 5/19/26

May 12, 2026

How to Help a Parent Age in Place with Alarm.com

Alarm.com Wellness, medical pendants, the Safety Button, and cameras give adult children a real-time window into a parent's daily routine without moving anyone into a care facility.

There is usually a single moment when an adult child realizes that a parent living alone is taking on more risk than anyone in the family has been comfortable acknowledging. A minor fall in the bathroom that did not come up for three days. A missed call from the doctor’s office. A morning when no...

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Surety Business Blog 5/12/26

Tue, 12 May 2026 15:00:13 +0000

Surety Business Blog 5/12/26

May 8, 2026

Wellness Monitoring for Senior Living Communities

How senior living operators (independent living, assisted living, memory care, group homes) use Alarm.com Wellness on Surety Business to track resident activity, catch silent emergencies, reduce staff burden, and deliver better care without cameras in private rooms.

If you operate a senior living community, the math is uncomfortable. The CDC reports that one in four adults aged 65 or older falls each year, falls are the leading cause of injury death in that age group, roughly 3 million older adults are treated in emergency departments for fall injuries annually, and one in...

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Surety Business Blog 5/5/26

Tue, 05 May 2026 15:00:12 +0000

Surety Business Blog 5/5/26

April 29, 2026

Why Your Fleet Insurance Might Be Lower with GPS Tracking

GPS tracking can reduce commercial fleet insurance premiums through telematics discounts, fewer accidents, and theft recovery. Here is how SMB fleet owners can put this to work at renewal.

Commercial auto insurance is one of the largest and most frustrating bills a small fleet owner pays. Premiums climb every year, claims swing renewal pricing in ways that feel disproportionate, and most fleet owners feel like passengers in the process rather than active participants. The good news, and the answer most readers come here looking...

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Surety Home Press 5/5/26

Tue, 05 May 2026 15:00:11 +0000

Surety Home Press 5/5/26

May 1, 2026

Vivint vs. Alarm.com: A 2026 Buyer’s Guide for Homeowners

Vivint is the second-largest home security company in the U.S. Alarm.com is the platform serious installers actually use. Here is what you need to know before signing anything.

A Vivint salesperson knocks on your door. They have a clipboard, a Vivint shirt, and a deal that, conveniently, expires tonight. Maybe they tell you a neighbor down the street just signed up. Maybe they say the installer is already scheduled for Thursday. Maybe they offer to waive the activation fee, but only if you...

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Surety Business Blog 4/28/26

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:00:15 +0000

Surety Business Blog 4/28/26

April 25, 2026

Smart Energy Management for Small Businesses: Cut Utility Costs with Alarm.com

How small businesses can use Alarm.com smart thermostats, geo-fencing, and scheduling to reduce utility costs, protect temperature-sensitive inventory, and automate HVAC without expensive contractors.

If your small business runs an HVAC system at the same temperature 24 hours a day, leaves lights on after close because nobody remembered to flip the switch, or has no idea whether the walk-in cooler is running at 38 degrees or 48 degrees, you are leaving real money on the table every single month....

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Surety Home Press 4/28/26

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:00:14 +0000

Surety Home Press 4/28/26

April 27, 2026

How Wi-Fi Motion Sensing Works: The Physics Behind the Technology

Wi-Fi sensing detects human motion by analyzing how radio waves change as they move through a room. Here is how the signal physics actually work, explained for homeowners.

How Wi-Fi motion sensing works is, at its core, a story about a Wi-Fi radio measuring tiny changes in the way its own signals travel through a home or business. When a person walks across the room, the radio waves bouncing around the space change in small but precise ways: some energy is absorbed by...

April 24, 2026

Wi-Fi Sensing Is Coming to Home Security. Here Is Why It Matters.

Home security sensors have barely changed in 40 years. Wi-Fi sensing is a fundamentally different approach that sees through walls, ignores false alarm triggers, and could change how homes are protected.

The security camera on the front door has become dramatically smarter over the past few years. AI detection. Facial recognition. Smart deterrence that can warn a stranger off the porch through a speaker. The cameras have deserved the attention they have been getting. The alarm sensors inside the house, though, the motion detectors in the...

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Surety Home Press 4/21/26

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:00:15 +0000

Surety Home Press 4/21/26

April 19, 2026

Why Your Alarm.com Camera Keeps Going Offline (And How to Fix It)

Cameras drop offline for a short, predictable list of reasons. Here is what's really going on, what Alarm.com shows you that consumer cameras don't, and where to get the full step-by-step fix.

Your camera was working fine for months. Then one morning the Alarm.com app says it is offline. You open the live view and get a spinner. You reboot the router and it comes back; next week it is offline again. If that pattern sounds familiar, you are not alone, and the good news is that...

April 17, 2026

Monitoring an Alarm.com System You Already Have: How To Switch to Surety

Already own a Qolsys or 2GIG system? Here's the provider the DIY security community recommends for Alarm.com monitoring, and the step-by-step guide to switching in about 5 minutes.

You already own an Alarm.com compatible system, built around a Qolsys IQ or 2GIG panel, and you are shopping for a monitoring and service provider. You do not need new equipment. You need a new dealer. The DIY security community’s answer to which provider to use in this situation is consistent and has been for...

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Surety Business Blog 4/21/26

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 15:00:13 +0000

Surety Business Blog 4/21/26

April 19, 2026

How to Calculate the ROI of Fleet Tracking for a Small Business

Fleet tracking ROI is calculable, not vague. Walk through the formula, the five savings categories with their sources and caveats, and a full worked example for an eight-van service fleet.

If you run a small fleet, you have probably looked at GPS tracking more than once and wondered whether the monthly fee is actually worth it. The marketing pages are full of vague claims about efficiency and visibility, and most of them skip the math. This article tries to do the opposite. Fleet tracking ROI...

April 17, 2026

Construction Site Security: Protecting Tools, Trailers, and Equipment on Unattended Jobs

Construction sites are among the hardest environments to secure: no permanent power, no internet, a perimeter that changes every week, and equipment worth six figures sitting in the open. Here is what actually works.

The typical active jobsite is unattended 16 hours a day on weekdays, and 60-plus hours straight from Friday evening through Monday morning. In that window you often have $50,000 to $500,000 of tools, compressors, generators, copper wire, HVAC condensers, and finish materials sitting on the ground, inside a single trailer held shut by a padlock,...

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Surety Home Press 4/14/26

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:00:16 +0000

Surety Home Press 4/14/26

April 13, 2026

Best Outdoor Security Cameras for Your Home in 2026

Not all outdoor cameras are built the same. Here's how to choose the right one for your home — and why Alarm.com cameras outperform Ring, Arlo, and Wyze where it counts.

Walk into any home improvement store or spend twenty minutes on Amazon and you’ll find dozens of outdoor security cameras that all seem to offer roughly the same thing: HD video, motion alerts, night vision, two-way audio, app control. The specs look similar on paper. The prices are all over the place. And the reviews...

April 10, 2026

ADT vs. Surety Alarm.com: Which Home Security Platform Protects You Better?

ADT is the most advertised name in home security. Alarm.com is what more security professionals actually use. Here's what the technology, features, and track records actually look like side by side.

Many people who end up with ADT don’t get there because they researched every option and concluded ADT was the best. They get there because ADT spends more on advertising than almost any security company in the country. The name is everywhere: on yard signs, TV commercials, stadium sponsorships, and the top of every Google...

April 8, 2026

How to Secure a Vacation Home or Rental Property with Alarm.com

Learn how to protect a vacation home, second property, or Airbnb rental with Alarm.com. Remote video, smart locks, automation, and professional monitoring through Surety Home.

Vacation homes, second properties, and short-term rentals share a common problem: they sit empty most of the time. An unoccupied property is an easy target for break-ins, vandalism, and the kind of slow-moving disasters (burst pipes, failed furnaces) that go unnoticed until the damage is severe. Traditional security companies want long contracts and on-site technicians...

April 7, 2026

Surety Earns the Alarm.com Gold Partner Award for the Fifth Year in a Row

Surety has been recognized as an Alarm.com Gold Partner for the fifth consecutive year, reflecting continued growth, new product launches, and our commitment to affordable professional-grade security.

We’re proud to share that Surety has received the Alarm.com Gold Partner Award for the fifth consecutive year. Alarm.com presents this recognition annually to the top companies on its platform based on volume, quality, and customer engagement. Earning it every year since 2021 is a milestone that means a great deal to our team and...

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Surety Business Blog 4/14/26

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:00:12 +0000

Surety Business Blog 4/14/26

April 13, 2026

How to Track Company Vehicles Without Creating an HR Problem

GPS tracking company vehicles is legal and your right as an employer, but how you roll it out determines whether it runs smoothly or triggers resentment and legal exposure.

A company vehicle is company property. Knowing where it is, how it's being used, and whether it's being driven safely is a completely legitimate business need: for dispatch, fuel cost control, liability protection, and proof of service when a customer disputes a visit. If you're looking at GPS fleet tracking, you're not looking for permission...

April 10, 2026

Work Smarter, Not Harder: Alarm.com Automation Rules, Scenes, and Schedules for Your Business

Alarm.com's automation engine lets SMBs automatically lock doors when the system arms, adjust thermostats on a business-hours schedule, turn lights off when the last employee leaves, and open or close the business with a single tap, all from the same app that manages their security system.

Every night, someone on your team has to remember to lock the doors, turn off the lights, set the thermostat back, and arm the security system. Every morning, someone has to reverse all of it. These are simple tasks, but they depend entirely on people remembering to do them, doing them in the right order,...

April 8, 2026

GPS Fleet Tracking for HVAC Companies: Cut Costs and Run Smarter

GPS fleet tracking helps HVAC companies cut fuel costs, dispatch smarter, prevent after-hours misuse, and catch maintenance issues early. Alarm.com Connected Fleet averages $12/vehicle/month from Surety Business.

Every HVAC truck on the road represents roughly $130,000 in annual revenue. It's not just a vehicle — it's a mobile profit center loaded with specialized tools, refrigerant, and the technician who keeps your customers comfortable. Yet most HVAC business owners have almost no visibility into how those trucks are actually being used. Where are...

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Surety Home Press 4/7/26

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:00:14 +0000

Surety Home Press 4/7/26

April 3, 2026

How Much Does a Home Security System Cost in 2026?

A realistic breakdown of home security costs — equipment, monitoring, and hidden fees — so you know exactly what to budget before you buy.

Home security system pricing varies enormously — from fully self-monitored DIY setups that cost nothing beyond the hardware, to professionally installed systems running $80 or more per month on a locked-in contract. Most people shopping for a system have no clear sense of what a fair price looks like, what’s included at each price point,...

April 1, 2026

Alarm.com Key Fobs: Models, Compatibility, and Programming Guide

Complete guide to Alarm.com-compatible key fobs at Surety Home. Covers PG9929, PG9939, PG9949, QS1331-840, and 2GIG-KEY2-345 models — features, panel compatibility, button programming, panic function, and tips for getting the most out of your keyfob.

A key fob is often the fastest way to interact with your security system. Instead of walking to a panel and typing a code every time you leave or arrive, you press a single button on your keychain and the system responds. For households with children, elderly family members, or anyone who would rather not...

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Surety Business Blog 4/7/26

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 15:00:09 +0000

Surety Business Blog 4/7/26

April 3, 2026

Your Security Cameras Are Sitting on a Gold Mine: Alarm.com Business Activity Analytics for SMBs

Alarm.com Business Activity Analytics (BAA) turns commercial security cameras into business intelligence tools — tracking foot traffic, heat maps, queue wait times, crowd size, and people counts so SMBs can optimize operations, staffing, and layout.

Most small businesses install security cameras for one reason — to deter theft and have footage if something goes wrong. The cameras record around the clock, the footage sits on a server or in the cloud, and nobody looks at it unless there's an incident. That's a reasonable use of cameras, but it's a fraction...

April 1, 2026

How to Reduce Fleet Fuel Costs with GPS Telematics

Fuel is one of the biggest operating costs for small business fleets. Here's how GPS telematics — and Alarm.com Connected Fleet via Surety Business — helps you cut waste, curb idling, and save thousands per year.

Fuel is consistently one of the top two or three operating expenses for any business that puts vehicles on the road. For a small fleet of ten work trucks or service vans, fuel can easily run $50,000 to $80,000 per year — and that number climbs fast when prices spike. The frustrating part isn't just...

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Surety Business Blog 3/31/26

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:17:50 +0000

Surety Business Blog 3/31/26

March 3, 2026

Unlock SMB Insights: Alarm.com Smarter Business Reports for 2026 Operations

Discover how Alarm.com Smarter Business Reports deliver actionable insights on activity trends, staffing, energy use. Empower SMBs with data-driven security & ops. Via Surety Business.

Most small business owners are running their operations largely on instinct. They know roughly when their busiest hours are, have a general sense of which employees are reliable, and assume their energy bills reflect normal usage—but they rarely have hard data to confirm any of it. That gap between assumption and reality is where inefficiency,...

March 5, 2026

Alarm.com Connected Fleet: SMB Fleet Tracking Simplified

Discover Alarm.com Connected Fleet GPS tracking, fuel reports & savings for SMBs ($8-$12/vehicle/mo). Vs Geotab, Samsara – easy self-managed via Surety Business.

Running a small or mid-size business fleet comes with a familiar set of headaches: fuel costs that seem to climb every quarter, vehicles sitting idle while the meter runs, maintenance surprises that pull a truck off the road at the worst time, and the nagging worry that you have no real visibility into where your...

March 6, 2026

Alarm.com Video Intercom Mobile Directory: Modern Visitor Management for SMBs

Upgrade your Alarm.com business system with Video Intercom Mobile Directory—no new hardware needed. QR codes, app directory, video calls, and remote unlocks for seamless SMB visitor access.

Managing visitor access at a small or medium-sized business is a persistent challenge. Deliveries arrive when no one is at the front desk. Clients show up after hours. Contractors need one-time entry to multi-door locations. Traditional intercom systems address some of these problems but require dedicated hardware, proprietary wiring, and expensive installation. Alarm.com's Video Intercom...

March 9, 2026

Alarm.com Shooter Detection Systems (SDS): Gunshot Detection for SMB Safety

Integrate Alarm.com's SDS Powered by Alarm.com—indoor gunshot sensors for rapid active shooter alerts. Ties to video, alarms, access for business protection.

Active shooter incidents in commercial spaces remain one of the most urgent safety concerns for business owners and facility managers. A significant share of these events occur in places of commerce—retail stores, offices, and warehouses where employees and customers gather every day. The window between the first gunshot and the arrival of law enforcement is...

March 11, 2026

Press Release: Surety Business Launches Plug-and-Play Fleet Tracking for Small Businesses

Surety Business introduces GPS fleet tracking powered by Alarm.com Connected Fleet—starting at $12/vehicle/month with no contracts, no wiring, and no technician required.

This is a press release originally distributed on March 11, 2026. Surety Business, the self-managed commercial security provider, today announced the availability of an affordable fleet telematics service built for small and mid-size businesses. Powered by the Alarm.com Connected Fleet solution, the service gives business owners GPS tracking, fuel visibility, vehicle health monitoring, and driver...

March 20, 2026

What Is Vehicle Telematics? A Plain-English Guide for Small Business Owners

Learn what vehicle telematics is, how it works, and why small business owners are using GPS + OBD-II fleet tracking to cut costs and manage drivers — with Alarm.com Connected Fleet via Surety Business.

If you run a small business with vehicles on the road — service vans, delivery trucks, work pickups — you probably have a few nagging questions that are hard to answer. Where are your vehicles right now? How much fuel did they burn today? Did your driver actually show up at the job site on...

March 23, 2026

Bouncie vs. Linxup vs. Surety Business Fleet: Best GPS Tracker for Small Business?

Comparing Bouncie, Linxup, and Surety Business Fleet (Alarm.com) for small business GPS fleet tracking. Features, pricing, and which is right for your fleet.

If you're a small business owner shopping for GPS fleet tracking, you've probably come across Bouncie, Linxup, and Surety Business Fleet (Alarm.com Connected Fleet). All three use OBD-II plug-in devices to track vehicles, but they take very different approaches to pricing, features, and who they're built for. Bouncie is a low-cost consumer-grade tracker that some...

March 30, 2026

Alarm.com Multi-Site Management: One Dashboard for All Your Business Locations

Surety Business offers Alarm.com Enterprise management for SMBs with multiple locations — manage security, access control, video, fleet, and users from a single dashboard across every site.

If you manage security for more than one business location, you already know the pain: separate logins for each site, separate user lists, separate camera feeds, no single place to see whether every location is armed and operating normally. Multiply that across five, ten, or fifty locations, and it becomes a real operational burden. Alarm.com's...

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Surety Business Blog 3/31/26

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:15:38 +0000

Surety Business Blog 3/31/26

March 3, 2026

Unlock SMB Insights: Alarm.com Smarter Business Reports for 2026 Operations

Discover how Alarm.com Smarter Business Reports deliver actionable insights on activity trends, staffing, energy use. Empower SMBs with data-driven security & ops. Via Surety Business.

March 5, 2026

Alarm.com Connected Fleet: SMB Fleet Tracking Simplified

Discover Alarm.com Connected Fleet GPS tracking, fuel reports & savings for SMBs ($8-$12/vehicle/mo). Vs Geotab, Samsara – easy self-managed via Surety Business.

March 6, 2026

Alarm.com Video Intercom Mobile Directory: Modern Visitor Management for SMBs

Upgrade your Alarm.com business system with Video Intercom Mobile Directory—no new hardware needed. QR codes, app directory, video calls, and remote unlocks for seamless SMB visitor access.

March 9, 2026

Alarm.com Shooter Detection Systems (SDS): Gunshot Detection for SMB Safety

Integrate Alarm.com's SDS Powered by Alarm.com—indoor gunshot sensors for rapid active shooter alerts. Ties to video, alarms, access for business protection.

March 11, 2026

Press Release: Surety Business Launches Plug-and-Play Fleet Tracking for Small Businesses

Surety Business introduces GPS fleet tracking powered by Alarm.com Connected Fleet—starting at $12/vehicle/month with no contracts, no wiring, and no technician required.

March 20, 2026

What Is Vehicle Telematics? A Plain-English Guide for Small Business Owners

March 23, 2026

Bouncie vs. Linxup vs. Surety Business Fleet: Best GPS Tracker for Small Business?

Comparing Bouncie, Linxup, and Surety Business Fleet (Alarm.com) for small business GPS fleet tracking. Features, pricing, and which is right for your fleet.

March 30, 2026

Alarm.com Multi-Site Management: One Dashboard for All Your Business Locations

Surety Business offers Alarm.com Enterprise management for SMBs with multiple locations — manage security, access control, video, fleet, and users from a single dashboard across every site.

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Surety Home Press 3/31/26

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 04:14:10 +0000

Surety Home Press 3/31/26

March 2, 2026

What is Alarm.com AI Deterrence? Proactive Home Security Explained

Alarm.com's AI Deterrence (AID) uses video analytics and smart audio to warn intruders before entry. Learn how it works, setup, and why it's essential for 2026 smart homes. Available via Surety Home.

Most home security systems respond after something goes wrong—a door forced open, a siren triggered, a clip reviewed after the fact. Alarm.com’s AI Deterrence (AID) takes a different approach: it intervenes before an intruder ever crosses the threshold, at the moment they’re still deciding whether to commit. The result is a system that doesn’t just...

March 4, 2026

Alarm.com Video Doorbells Explained: Models, Features, and Home Setup Tips

Explore Alarm.com video doorbells like ADC-VDB775, VDB780B, VDB755P, and more. Compare features, video analytics, two-way audio, battery vs. wired vs. PoE, and integration with Surety Home security systems for smarter front-door protection.

A video doorbell gives you a live view of your front entrance from anywhere—on your phone, tablet, or computer. Alarm.com video doorbells go a step further by combining high-resolution video with AI-powered analytics, helping you understand not just that something happened at your door, but exactly what it was. This guide covers the available models,...

March 6, 2026

Alarm.com Garage Door Control Explained: Z-Wave & MyQ Integration, Tilt Sensors, and Automation

Learn how to add smart garage door control to your Alarm.com system with Surety Home. Covers setup, automation rules, and troubleshooting common issues.

The garage door is one of the largest entry points in any home, yet it is often the least monitored. Alarm.com garage door control lets you open, close, and monitor your garage doors remotely through the same app you already use for your security system. When paired with a professionally monitored Alarm.com system through Surety...

March 9, 2026

Alarm.com Smart Locks Explained: Z-Wave & PowerG Locks, Yale, Kwikset, Schlage Integration

Guide to Alarm.com compatible smart locks for Surety Home. Covers top Z-Wave, PowerG & Wi-Fi models (Yale, Schlage, Kwikset, IQ), setup with Qolsys IQ panels, user codes, automation rules, and troubleshooting.

Smart locks are one of the most practical additions to an Alarm.com security system. When integrated with your panel and the Alarm.com app, they let you control access remotely, track who comes and goes, assign individual user codes per person, and tie door locking directly into your security automations—all without a separate smart home hub...

March 16, 2026

PowerG Motion Sensors For Alarm.com: PowerG PG9914 Pet-Immune PIR, PG9984P Dual-Tech

Guide to Alarm.com PowerG motion detectors for Surety Home. Covers PG9914 (pet-immune PIR), PG9944 outdoor, PG9984P dual-tech microwave+PIR, sensitivity/pet masks, placement, troubleshooting false alarms.

PowerG motion sensors bring professional-grade detection to Alarm.com-based security systems. Unlike consumer-grade WiFi or Z-Wave motion sensors that rely on short-range, congestion-prone wireless protocols, PowerG uses a dedicated, frequency-hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) radio with 128-bit AES encryption. This means the signal between the sensor and your panel is both extremely difficult to intercept and highly...

March 21, 2026

Professional Alarm Monitoring Explained: What Happens When Your Alarm Goes Off?

Learn how professional alarm monitoring works with Alarm.com and Surety Home — from the moment your alarm triggers to police dispatch, with Becklar's 9.4-second response time.

Most people arm their security system at night and hope they never need it. But what actually happens if your alarm goes off at 2am while you’re asleep? What if you’re on a flight, in a meeting, or on vacation in another time zone? If you’re self-monitoring with app notifications only, the answer depends entirely...

March 23, 2026

Qolsys IQ Panel 4 & 5 Explained: Features, Setup, and Alarm.com Integration

Complete guide to the Qolsys IQ Panel 4 and the newer IQ Panel 5 with Alarm.com at Surety Home. Covers features, variants (IQ4 vs IQ4 Hub, IQ Panel 5 vs IQ 5 Hub), PowerG/PowerG+, Z-Wave, setup, firmware, visual verification, and upgrade guidance.

If you’re shopping for a new Alarm.com security panel, the Qolsys IQ Panel 5 is the one to get. It runs Android 14 on a Qualcomm DragonWing quad-core processor, includes PowerG+ out of the box, has a 13MP PortraitView camera, and supports Z-Wave Long Range. It’s a meaningful generational upgrade in processing power, wireless range,...

March 30, 2026

Why Does My Alarm.com System Keep Going Off? (False Alarm Causes & Fixes)

Frustrated by false alarms on your Alarm.com security system? Here are the most common causes: low batteries, misaligned sensors, pets, and more — and exactly how to fix each one.

Few things are more frustrating than a security system that won’t stop crying wolf. You’re jolted awake at 2 a.m., your phone is blowing up with notifications, and when you check the house — nothing. No intruder, no broken window, no emergency. Just your alarm system going off for no apparent reason. If this sounds...

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Surety Business Blog 3/31/26

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:29:12 +0000

Surety Business Blog 3/31/26

March 3, 2026

Unlock SMB Insights: Alarm.com Smarter Business Reports for 2026 Operations

Discover how Alarm.com Smarter Business Reports deliver actionable insights on activity trends, staffing, energy use. Empower SMBs with data-driven security & ops. Via Surety Business.

March 5, 2026

Alarm.com Connected Fleet: SMB Fleet Tracking Simplified

Discover Alarm.com Connected Fleet GPS tracking, fuel reports & savings for SMBs ($8-$12/vehicle/mo). Vs Geotab, Samsara – easy self-managed via Surety Business.

March 6, 2026

Alarm.com Video Intercom Mobile Directory: Modern Visitor Management for SMBs

Upgrade your Alarm.com business system with Video Intercom Mobile Directory—no new hardware needed. QR codes, app directory, video calls, and remote unlocks for seamless SMB visitor access.

March 9, 2026

Alarm.com Shooter Detection Systems (SDS): Gunshot Detection for SMB Safety

Integrate Alarm.com's SDS Powered by Alarm.com—indoor gunshot sensors for rapid active shooter alerts. Ties to video, alarms, access for business protection.

March 11, 2026

Press Release: Surety Business Launches Plug-and-Play Fleet Tracking for Small Businesses

Surety Business introduces GPS fleet tracking powered by Alarm.com Connected Fleet—starting at $12/vehicle/month with no contracts, no wiring, and no technician required.

March 20, 2026

What Is Vehicle Telematics? A Plain-English Guide for Small Business Owners

March 23, 2026

Bouncie vs. Linxup vs. Surety Business Fleet: Best GPS Tracker for Small Business?

Comparing Bouncie, Linxup, and Surety Business Fleet (Alarm.com) for small business GPS fleet tracking. Features, pricing, and which is right for your fleet.

March 30, 2026

Alarm.com Multi-Site Management: One Dashboard for All Your Business Locations

Surety Business offers Alarm.com Enterprise management for SMBs with multiple locations — manage security, access control, video, fleet, and users from a single dashboard across every site.

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Surety Home Press 3/31/26

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 17:28:29 +0000

Surety Home Press 3/31/26

March 2, 2026

What is Alarm.com AI Deterrence? Proactive Home Security Explained

Alarm.com's AI Deterrence (AID) uses video analytics and smart audio to warn intruders before entry. Learn how it works, setup, and why it's essential for 2026 smart homes. Available via Surety Home.

March 4, 2026

Alarm.com Video Doorbells Explained: Models, Features, and Home Setup Tips

March 6, 2026

Alarm.com Garage Door Control Explained: Z-Wave & MyQ Integration, Tilt Sensors, and Automation

Learn how to add smart garage door control to your Alarm.com system with Surety Home. Covers setup, automation rules, and troubleshooting common issues.

March 9, 2026

Alarm.com Smart Locks Explained: Z-Wave & PowerG Locks, Yale, Kwikset, Schlage Integration

March 16, 2026

PowerG Motion Sensors For Alarm.com: PowerG PG9914 Pet-Immune PIR, PG9984P Dual-Tech

Benefits of PowerG Motion Sensors with Alarm.com PowerG motion sensors bring professional-grade detection to Alarm.com-based security systems. Unlike consumer-grade WiFi or Z-Wave motion sensors that rely on short-range, congestion-prone wireless protocols, PowerG uses a dedicated, frequency-hopping spread spectrum (FHSS) radio with 128-bit AES encryption. This means the signal between the sensor and your panel is […]

March 21, 2026

Professional Alarm Monitoring Explained: What Happens When Your Alarm Goes Off?

Learn how professional alarm monitoring works with Alarm.com and Surety Home — from the moment your alarm triggers to police dispatch, with Becklar's 9.4-second response time.

March 23, 2026

Qolsys IQ Panel 4 & 5 Explained: Features, Setup, and Alarm.com Integration

IQ Panel 4 vs IQ Panel 5: Which Should You Get? If you’re shopping for a new Alarm.com security panel, the Qolsys IQ Panel 5 is the one to get. It runs Android 14 on a Qualcomm DragonWing quad-core processor, includes PowerG+ out of the box, has a 13MP PortraitView camera, and supports Z-Wave Long […]

March 30, 2026

Why Does My Alarm.com System Keep Going Off? (False Alarm Causes & Fixes)

Frustrated by false alarms on your Alarm.com security system? Here are the most common causes: low batteries, misaligned sensors, pets, and more — and exactly how to fix each one.

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