Compare Burglar Alarm Quotes — 3 Free, No-Obligation Quotes
A burglar alarm in the UK typically costs £500–£800 fitted for a bells-only system, £750–£1,300 for a professionally monitored alarm (plus £15–£40 a month), and £1,200–£2,500+ for a smart alarm with CCTV. Tell us about your job and we’ll match you with up to 3 vetted alarm installers near you — compare burglar alarm quotes side by side and pick the best value. 100% free, no obligation, and most quotes come back within 24 hours.
How to get the best burglar alarm quotes
- Use an NSI- or SSAIB-certified installer if you want police response or to satisfy an insurance condition — only a certified install to BS EN 50131 qualifies for a police URN.
- Decide between bells-only and monitored: monitoring (£15–£40/mo) gets a keyholder or police response when you're away; bells-only just sounds locally.
- Check the alarm grade your insurer needs — most homes are Grade 2, many businesses Grade 3 — before you commit.
What to check before you book
Always get the quote in writing with a clear scope, and confirm the installers is insured and offers a workmanship guarantee. Read recent customer reviews, check the quotes cover the same specification, and never pay a large deposit up front — tie payments to completed stages.
Typical burglar alarm cost
A burglar alarm in the UK typically costs £500–£800 fitted for a bells-only system, £750–£1,300 for a professionally monitored alarm (plus £15–£40 a month), and £1,200–£2,500+ for a smart alarm with CCTV.
| Option | Typical UK price (2026) |
|---|---|
| Bells-only (audible) alarm | £500–£800 |
| Monitored alarm | £750–£1,300 + £15–£40/mo |
| Smart alarm + CCTV | £1,200–£2,500+ |
| Annual service / maintenance | £80–£200 |
Prices vary by spec, region and access. For the full breakdown see our burglar alarm cost guide or try the burglar alarm cost calculator.
Burglar Alarm quotes — FAQs
How much does a burglar alarm cost?
A bells-only alarm is usually £500–£800 fitted, a monitored system £750–£1,300 plus £15–£40 a month, and a smart alarm with CCTV £1,200–£2,500+. See the burglar alarm cost guide for detail.
Should I get a monitored or bells-only alarm?
A monitored alarm calls a keyholder or the police via a 24/7 centre; a bells-only alarm only sounds locally. Choose monitored if you want a response when away or your insurer requires it.
Are your alarm installers accredited?
We vet the firms we match you with, but we do not check NSI or SSAIB certification. Ask each installer for their certificate number — it is what decides police response and insurer recognition.
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