Whether you're securing your family's home or keeping your business protected around the clock, we build systems around how you actually live and work.
Who We Protect
Home Security
Security systems should fit your life, not the other way around. We design and install home security systems around your property, your schedule, and your comfort level. No upselling. You get what you actually need, nothing more.
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Commercial Security
Locking up for the night doesn't make your business secure. We design and install commercial security systems that meet code, hold up to everyday use, and keep you informed around the clock.
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Anyone can sell you a security system. Not everyone will still be there when something goes wrong ten years later. We will be.
National companies sell accounts, close branches, and route you to out-of-state call centers. Lint Security has been here since 1985 and grew entirely on word of mouth.
From the first call to the final installation, every person you interact with is a Lint employee. Not a contractor. Not a call center. Someone who works here every day.
When your alarm goes off, our monitoring partner Criticom calls you right away. If you do not answer, they send police or fire. No app alert. A real person.
ADT and Vivint sell you a package over the phone. We come to your property first and build a system around what you actually need.
We hold a GA LVA license plus Access Control, and CCTV certifications. Every job is done by our own technicians.
Murphy has seen steady growth over the past decade as retirees from Florida, the Midwest, and coastal areas discover mountain living in Cherokee County. More new residents and more seasonal traffic means more unfamiliar faces moving through an area that used to run almost entirely on long-standing relationships. Neighborhoods that were tight-knit and easy to watch now have more turnover. Properties owned by people who split time between Murphy and somewhere else can sit empty for months at a stretch. A professionally monitored alarm system keeps eyes on your property whether you are home or wintering somewhere else entirely. If an alarm triggers, Lint Security’s monitoring partner calls you within 10 seconds and dispatches police or fire if you do not answer.
Hiwassee Lake brings its own set of considerations. Lake houses and cabins that go quiet in the off-season are a consistent target, and the lake’s remote shoreline makes some of those properties hard for anyone to watch. Lint Security installs alarm systems and camera systems built for mountain and lake properties, using cellular communications that work without a home internet connection and stay active through power outages. Whether you have a full-time home in Murphy, a place on the lake, or a business on Valley River Avenue, a technician will come out and assess what your specific property actually needs before a price is ever discussed.
Our Process
Tell us about your home or business. We'll ask a few quick questions to understand what you need before we schedule anything.
We come to you. Our licensed technician walks your property, identifies your vulnerabilities, and puts together a recommendation based on what they actually see.
You get a clear, itemized quote. No pressure, no hidden fees. We walk you through every line so you know exactly what you're getting and why.
Our certified technicians handle the full installation. Before we leave, we walk you through your system and make sure you know how to use it.
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Lint Security serves Murphy and all of Cherokee County, including Ranger, Tomotla, Marble, and the communities along Hiwassee Lake. Just up the road, they also cover Andrews in the same county. Across the Macon County line, they serve Franklin, NC. Back across the Georgia state line, Hiawassee and Blue Ridge are both part of the regular service area. If your address is in the tri-state mountain region and you are not sure whether it qualifies, call and ask.
What Our Customers Say
“They were very compassionate and made me feel so much better. They did several checks to make sure everything was working, and when I called with questions they were very patient. I recommended them to all my friends and family!”
“They give you the feeling of a family owned business that truly cares, while offering the same protection as the bigger companies. You will be blown away at the level of customer service and speedy response times. With them, you won’t be just another number.”
“Very professional and honest about what system would work and why. Reasonable prices! Whenever we’ve had questions or issues, they are quick to respond and fix the problem. Highly recommend!”
“Lint security has taken great care of me. They have been very accommodating to my needs. They are quick to answer a phone call and assist on anything I need done. Thank you Jase and Lint Security! You cannot go wrong with this company!!”
Security is a significant decision. Most people have questions before they're ready to call. Here are the ones we hear most.
See all FAQsWhen your alarm triggers, a signal is sent immediately to Criticom, our UL-listed central monitoring station. A trained operator contacts you within seconds to verify the alert. If they cannot reach you, or if there is a confirmed emergency, they dispatch police, fire, or EMS to your property right away. No action needed on your end. Criticom monitors your system 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, so you are covered whether you are home, at work, or out of town.
A cellular-based alarm system with exterior cameras is the standard starting point for lake properties that go unoccupied for long stretches. The system communicates through a cellular connection rather than home internet, so it stays active even if the cable is disconnected or the power goes out. Battery backup keeps it running through short outages. Professional monitoring through Criticom means if an alarm triggers, someone calls you within 10 seconds and dispatches help automatically. You can also view cameras remotely from your phone year-round. The site survey is where Lint figures out entry points, camera placement, and cellular signal at your specific cabin.
This is one of the most common setups Lint Security handles in mountain communities. A monitored alarm system stays active whether you are home or not. You can arm and disarm it remotely from your phone, receive alerts if anything triggers, and view cameras on your property from anywhere. If an alarm fires while you are in Florida, Criticom contacts you and dispatches local police or fire if you do not respond. For additional peace of mind, some customers add door and motion sensors to cover the full property, not just the main entry. It all gets sorted out during the site survey.
Yes. Lint Security installs commercial security systems, commercial cameras, access control, and commercial monitoring for businesses throughout the service area, including Murphy. The process is the same as residential: a technician comes to your business first, walks it, and puts together a quote specific to your layout and needs. No generic packages.
They do two different things. The Alarm.com app is for you. It lets you view your cameras, arm or disarm your system, and get motion alerts on your phone. It is a remote management tool. Professional monitoring through Criticom is what happens when an alarm actually triggers. Criticom is a UL-listed monitoring station in Florida. When your alarm fires, they call you within 10 seconds. If you do not answer, they dispatch police or fire immediately. The app does not handle dispatch. That separation matters because it means your property is covered even if your phone is off, dead, or you simply do not respond in time.
We’ll come to you. A free site survey costs nothing and commits you to nothing. Let us assess your property and put together a plan that fits your needs.