American District Telegraph Company, now known as ADT, the number one name in home security was established in 1874 when 57 Baltimore telegraph offices became partners. ADT was first a part of Western Union, then AT&T. It explored on technology research related to signaling business, making the company identical with emergency call systems. World War II paved the way for a major breakthroughs — alarms that signaled automatically — to enhanced protection of families left home and secure supply factories.

In 1974, on its 100th anniversary, ADT opened its first automated Central Monitoring center in Houston, Texas. Central Monitoring is one of the attributes that customers value primarily in an ADT system.
 
The sophisticated computer-based Safewatch® systems, as well as the wireless versions that are neater and faster to set up was initiated in the 1980s.
 
ADT Security today is dedicated to providing continuing dependable, excellent service and innovative products to all its clientele. From safety and security of the common home and corner shop to equipping of sophisticated security systems for leading commercial amenities such as banking institutions, airports, large corporations and government agencies, ADT provides security solutions custom-made to the individual hazard.

Being the world’s biggest and leading provider of electronic security solutions it caters to about 8 million residences and commercial premises. It spearheads innovation of products for its customers.

While you are away from home, ADTsecurity systems connected to ADT Customer Care Center looks after your home and family. It carries out the crucial function of checking your home and family for robbery; smoke and fire, carbon monoxide, critical events. ADT’s 24/7 monitoring means it is always there to be of assistance to protect your home and family. ADT security system’s advanced monitoring capabilities set them apart from other security system.

ADT even offers a free assessment to identify a system for your home’s security requirements. It evaluates the present safety of your home including home security, fire detection and medical assistance and devises a home safety solution to suit your home and family’s needs.