Protect America
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| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Home security |
| Founded | 1992 in Austin, Texas |
| Defunct | 2020 |
| Fate | Acquired by Monitronics |
| Successor | Brinks Home Security (2020) |
| Headquarters | |
Area served | Template:Ublist |
Key people | Template:Ublist |
| Website | protectamerica |
Protect America operated as a home security firm headquartered in Austin, Texas.[1]
Company history
Established in 1992 by Thad Paschall, the company maintained its headquarters in Austin, Texas.[2] By the year 2001, Protect America had deployed approximately 200,000 security installations.[3] In 2010, ownership transferred to Rockbridge Growth Equity LLC from Falcon Investments, following guidance from Imperial Capital, with the transaction valued near $100 million.[2][4] As of 2014, the firm was positioned among the top 15 U.S. security system providers according to SDM Magazine.[5] The company's expansion into Canada occurred in 2012, reaching an estimated customer base of around 400,000.[6] In 2013, Protect America employed 390 staff members and added 67 new positions that year, ranking as the 13th largest job creator in Texas per Inc. Magazine.[7] Additionally, Protect America offered public guidance on security systems through various U.S. television channels. In 2020, the company was acquired by Brinks Home Security.[8][9]
Security systems
In 2005, the company introduced the first self-installed security system with professional monitoring as part of its business approach. Additionally, it developed mobile applications enabling customers to manage their home security remotely. One such application was the SMART connect app. Various security plans were available at multiple price points, offering both traditional hardwired and cellular connectivity options.
Philanthropy
Protect America has collaborated with institutions like Michigan State University and the University of South Alabama to engage students in supporting local charitable organizations. The company has also worked closely with the Austin Police Department, funding law enforcement programs and initiatives, including upgrading their security technology.
References
- ↑ "Brinks Home Security Announces Bulk Acquisition of Residential Alarm Monitoring Contracts". Brinks Home Security. Retrieved 2021-04-11.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Protect America Closes Sale to Investment Group". SDM Magazine.
- ↑ "The Black-and-White On Dealer Programs: An open letter to Security Dealers from Thad Paschall; Founder of Protect America, Inc". Security Distributing & Marketing. Archived from the original on 2015-04-02.
- ↑ "Rockbridge Growth acquires share of home security company in Texas". Crain's Detroit Business.
- ↑ "2014 SDM 100 Report: The Rankings". SDM Magazine.
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- ↑ "Summer vacation season high time for home break-ins". ABC News 12. Archived from the original on 2015-04-03. Retrieved 2015-03-17.
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