The proliferation of DIY home security systems in recent years has been a boon to the industry in one key way: it has brought home security to the forefront of the modern consumer’s mind. Perhaps that explains why the market continues to grow. With every passing year, more homeowners buy in to the home security concept.
The 2025 Home Security Market Report from SafeHome reveals that approximately 94 million U.S. households utilize security devices like cameras and access control tools. More than half of all households have at least one security device. The report also details the reasons people buy in. Let us talk about the top five.
1. Children in the House
Topping the list is having children in the house. It is a big one, and I can understand why. My kids are all grown and raising their own families. But when they were young and still at home, I did everything I could to protect them. Today’s parents feel the same way.
Installing a home security system can give parents peace of mind. Video cameras can help them keep an eye on the kids when they are at work. An active system with 24-hour monitoring protects against burglary and home invasion whether a house is occupied or not. And connected smoke and CO alarms add extra protection.
2. Frequent Time Away From Home
Second on the list is frequently not being home. Whether it is due to travel or just preferring to be out and about, people who don’t spend a lot of time at home appear more likely to invest in a home security system. No surprises there.
That being the case, I would expect such homeowners to invest in professionally monitored home security. Vivint Home Security is one of several nationally known providers offering 24-hour monitoring. It’s a good choice for people who travel a lot, people who would have trouble responding on their own if an alarm came in.
3. Valuable Items in the Home
Moving on to reason number three, some people invest in home security systems because they own a lot of valuables. Perhaps they have a thing for jewelry, or they are into some sort of collectible. Or maybe they just have a lot of expensive home electronics including computers, TVs, audio equipment, etc. They are going to want to protect what they perceive as valuable.
4. The System Was Already Installed
The fourth reason people buy in to home security surprised me: they purchased a house with a system already installed. Does this imply these same people would not have bought in had the system not existed? I don’t know. I do know that if I were to buy a home with an existing security system that I would certainly use it.
5. Past Experiences With Crime
Finally, I am surprised the fifth reason isn’t higher on the list: past experiences with crime. Unfortunately, some people don’t invest in home security until after the fact. Once they become crime victims themselves, home security becomes a no-brainer.
The remaining motivations revealed in the study include having older adults in the home, living alone, living in a high crime area, and living in an area prone to natural disasters. All are legitimate reasons for investing in home security.
Have you bought into the home security concept? If so, what was your motivation? Why you bought in is less important than the fact that you did so. Even more important is the fact that your home security devices are offering you a level of protection you never had before.
