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Trusted Home & Business Security Services in Nashville
Founded in 1997 by Jimmy Stein and Shooter Stein, National Certified Alarms has been a cornerstone of home and business security in Nashville for over 25 years. Our mission began with addressing the community's need for affordable alarm monitoring services, a commitment we uphold with our signature rate of $9.95/month. As a locally owned and operated company, we prioritize transparency, offering no long-term contracts and ensuring customers always own their equipment. Our team of certified professionals brings decades of combined experience in alarm installation, system conversion, and cutting-edge security solutions.We partner with industry leaders like Arlo to deliver state-of-the-art technology while maintaining personalized service. Our leadership team, including CEO Shooter Stein and VP Joey McCullen, holds active certifications from the Tennessee Alarm Contractors Board. Through environmental initiatives like upgrading to fuel-efficient vehicles, we demonstrate our commitment to both security and sustainability. With over 22,000 subscribers in Middle Tennessee, we continue to innovate while maintaining the trusted values established by our founders.
Services
Home Security Systems
Commercial Monitoring
System Conversion
Arlo Camera Installation
Remote Access Services
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 monitoring with no long-term contracts required
- Customers always own their security equipment without leases
- We provide system conversion options for qualifying existing alarms
- Our team includes Tennessee Alarm Contractors Board-certified professionals
- We partner with Arlo for state-of-the-art wireless security solutions
Services
Home Security Monitoring
Our home security monitoring service provides 24/7 protection with plans starting at $9.95/month. Customers maintain equipment ownership without lease agreements. Available with basic landline or advanced wireless cellular options, our UL Listed Central Station Monitoring ensures immediate response to security breaches while offering remote system control through mobile apps.
Commercial Security Systems
Designed for business protection, our commercial monitoring includes features like digital cellular communication and remote access. Priced at $24.95/month, these systems help reduce theft and liability while maintaining compliance with Tennessee security regulations. Our solutions integrate with existing infrastructure and support scalable expansion as businesses grow.
System Conversion Service
We help customers convert existing security systems to our monitoring network without costly hardware replacement. This service supports over 40 different control panels and keypads, allowing qualifying systems to benefit from our lower rates starting at $9.95/month while maintaining current equipment investments.
Arlo Camera Installation
Our Arlo Pro Wire-Free HD Camera Systems offer complete indoor/outdoor security with night vision and 2-way audio. These scalable solutions feature rechargeable batteries, motion alerts, and cloud recording. As authorized Arlo installers, we ensure proper setup and integration with existing security systems for optimal performance.
Remote Access Services
Our remote access solutions enable system control from anywhere through mobile devices. Features include arming/disarming capabilities, real-time alerts, and live video streaming. This service works with both residential and commercial systems, providing peace of mind through constant connectivity and instant notifications about security status changes.
People
Shooter Stein
CEO/President
Co-founder and CEO Shooter Stein leads with over 25 years in security and marketing. A Tennessee Alarm Contractors Board-certified professional, he graduated from College of Charleston and maintains active involvement in daily operations while guiding company strategy.
Joseph McCullen
Vice President of Operations
VP of Operations Joey McCullen oversees daily security operations with over 20 years of industry experience. Certified by Tennessee Alarm Contractors Board, he manages service, sales, and installation teams while maintaining hands-on customer support since joining in 1999.
James Stein
Founder
Founder Jimmy Stein established Nashville security operations in 1974 before co-founding NCA in 1997. His legacy of affordable quality service continues through current leadership. A Vanderbilt University graduate, he built the foundation for the company's 25+ year community commitment.
Questions
Do you require long-term contracts for monitoring services?
No contracts are required for any of our security monitoring services. We believe in earning your business daily through quality service and competitive pricing.
Can I convert my existing security system to NCA monitoring?
Many existing systems can convert to our monitoring network. We support over 40 different control panels and keypads without requiring complete system replacement.
What monitoring plans do you offer for homes?
We offer three primary plans: Basic Land Line Monitoring at $9.95/month, Residential Wireless at $19.95/month, and Commercial Wireless at $24.95/month with 24/7 coverage.
Do you provide security camera installation services?
Yes, we install Arlo Pro Wire-Free HD Camera Systems with features like night vision, motion alerts, and cloud recording for both residential and commercial properties.
How does remote system access work?
Our remote access service allows system control through mobile devices, including arming/disarming capabilities, real-time alerts, and live video streaming from security cameras.
What security equipment do you support?
We support various systems including Honeywell, DSC, Ademco, Caddx, GE Concord, and Simon series panels. Check our compatibility list for specific models that can convert to our monitoring network.
