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CPI Security Systems has 8 locations, listed below.

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    Business ProfileforCPI Security Systems

    Burglar Alarm Systems
    HeadquartersMulti Location Business
    BBB accredited business
    The Complaints and Reviews shown on this HQ profile may have been submitted against either the HQ itself or one of the corporate-owned locations found under "Find Locations".

    At-a-glance

    Customer Reviews

    1.19/5stars

    Average of 57 Customer Reviews

    Customer Complaints

    259 complaints closed in last 3 years

    77 complaints closed in last 12 months

    BBB Rating & Accreditation

    Accredited Since: 12/20/1991

    Years in Business: 33

    Customer Reviews are not used in the calculation of BBB Rating

    Reasons for BBB Rating

    Business Details

    This is a multi-location business.

    Find a Location

    CPI Security Systems has 8 locations, listed below.

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      Headquarters
      4300 Sandy Porter Rd, Charlotte, NC 28273-3200
      BBB File Opened:
      11/22/1991
      Years in Business:
      33
      Business Started:
      7/1/1991
      Business Started Locally:
      7/1/1991
      Business Incorporated:
      9/10/1991
      Accredited Since:
      12/20/1991
      Licensing Information:
      This business is in an industry that may require professional licensing, bonding or registration. BBB encourages you to check with the appropriate agency to be certain any requirements are currently being met.
      Type of Entity:
      Corporation
      Number of Employees:
      754
      Alternate Business Name
      • Crime Prevention, Inc.
      • CPI Security Systems, Inc.
      • CPI Security
      Business Management
      • Mr. Kenneth J. Gill, CEO
      • Mr. John Shocknesse, Vice President
      • Mr. Neil Funderburk, Customer Relations Manager
      Contact Information

      Principal

      • Mr. John Shocknesse, Vice President

      Customer Contact

      • Mr. Kenneth J. Gill, CEO
      • Mr. John Shocknesse, Vice President
      • Ms. Brittany Thompson, Customer Advocate
      • Mr. Neil Funderburk, Customer Relations Manager
      • Mr. Ray Davis, Customer Relations Specialist
      • Ms. Chukiara Dunn, Customer Relations Specialist
      Additional Contact Information

      Fax Numbers

      • (800) 541-8430
        Primary Fax

      Phone Numbers

      Customer Complaints

      259 Customer Complaints

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      Most Recent Customer Complaint

      07/11/2024

      Complaint Type:
      Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      CPI Security Systems persuaded me into purchasing their home security monitoring system in Jan. 19, 2024, since then there were numerous problems with the system showing it was compromised. I have window and door sensors as well as a surveillance door **** and lock bolt. The door lock bolt can only be opened by my *** phone app, entering the code or call the *** tech service. The system itself by all appearances seems very nice but I have not felt totally secure because the system has gone down on several occasions, to include the indoor camera. Additionally, I have had some things gone missing in my home. The last straw was *** locked me out of my house last week. I went to the store and when I returned the door lock would not open by the *** App, or entering the security code. Finally, *** phone tech was unable to unlock the door lock. I had to use a crowbar to my window to get into my house. Their system lacks security and tampering issues which is a security breach. The communication with the security lock and cameras fails and in of itself is a breach. Their contracts are unconscionable and fails to protect consumer.. The equipment is new and shouldnt fail or be interfered with. I have a damaged window due to their failure. A lock ***** could not get in my side door due a lock bolt called the Defender. The only way in was the front door in which CPI security system wouldnt open. They are negligent and take no responsibility with their unconscionable contracts. Their service is a breach to the paying customer.
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      Customer Reviews

      57 Customer Reviews

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      Most Recent Customer Review

      Joe H

      1 star

      07/09/2024

      I have been a customer since 2019. I had multiple problems over the years and they normally would come out and fix the issues with their products. Now I got sensor not working, I got the siren for the second making a beeping noise and now they want to charge $60 to come out?? Are you freaking kidding me! None of this is in the original contract! I would have never signed up if I knew this! Do not use CPI I don't care if it's been preinstalled use another company .

      CPI Security Systems Response

      07/10/2024

      Thank you for your feedback. It is very important to us. Our records indicate that we have attempted to reach out and resolve this matter. Please let us know if you have any further questions or concerns.

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