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DFW LED vs ADT for home security cameras
ADT describes itself as "Founded on Aug. 14, 1874," per adt.com as of September 2026. DFW LED is a family business in Dallas-Fort Worth that installs 4K security camera systems you buy once and own.
Camera Resolution
Workmanship Warranty
Local NVR Storage
Typical One-Visit Install
These are different products. ADT sells professionally monitored security with 24/7 emergency dispatch. We install 4K cameras you own outright and monitor yourself, with optional third-party monitoring. Compare on what you need, not just on price.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Our column is DFW LED's own published terms. The ADT column is taken from ADT's own website as of September 2026, with a link to each source.
We encourage you to verify ADT's current pricing and warranty terms directly. Competitor information on this page is taken from ADT's own website as of September 2026 and may have changed since.
What You Get With DFW LED Cameras
4K Cameras You Own
4K resolution, night vision up to 100ft, and a free app with no subscription. Recording to a 1TB+ NVR at your home.
Smart Home Ready
Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Home and Apple HomeKit.
Warranty
Lifetime Workmanship Warranty (non-transferable) on our installation work.
Five-Year Monitoring Cost
Based on ADT's published starting rate, September 2026.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| ADT professionally installed monitoring, published starting rate | $45.99/mo |
| Months (5 years) | 60 |
Assumption shown: 60 months at ADT's published starting rate of $45.99/mo (adt.com/pricing, as of September 2026). It excludes equipment, installation, taxes and any promotions, and ADT's terms page cites $59.99/mo (terms). Our cameras are a one-time purchase; your quote depends on the number of cameras. These are different products: ADT's monitoring includes 24/7 emergency dispatch, and our self-monitored cameras do not unless you add optional third-party monitoring.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is DFW LED different from ADT?
These are different products. ADT sells professionally monitored security with 24/7 emergency dispatch. We install 4K cameras you own outright and monitor yourself, with optional third-party monitoring. Compare on what you need, not just on price.
How much does ADT monitoring cost?
ADT's professionally installed monitoring is published starting at $45.99/mo, and their terms page cites $59.99/mo. Their Blu self-setup plans are $9.99, $14.99 and $34.99/mo, per adt.com as of September 2026. DFW LED charges no monthly monitoring fee.
Does ADT require a contract?
ADT's professionally installed plan requires a 36-month monitoring contract, 24 months in California. Their self-setup line is month to month. DFW LED requires no contract.
Do I own ADT equipment?
With ADT's professionally installed system, the equipment remains ADT's property, in their words. With DFW LED you own the equipment outright.
Can I get professional monitoring with DFW LED cameras?
Yes, through optional third-party monitoring. ADT publishes professionally installed monitoring starting at $45.99/mo.
How long does installation take?
Most of our residential systems are installed in one visit, 4 to 6 hours. We run cables, mount cameras, configure the system and walk you through the app.
How much does a DFW LED camera system cost?
Our professionally installed 4K systems typically run $1,500 to $3,000 one-time, depending on the number of cameras. There is no monthly monitoring fee.
What warranty do DFW LED cameras have?
Our camera installations carry a Lifetime Workmanship Warranty (non-transferable). Camera hardware is covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
Do your cameras work with Alexa and Google Home?
Yes. Our camera systems integrate with Amazon Alexa, Google Home and Apple HomeKit.
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