Cox Communications has announced the launch of Home Security to customers in Virginia. Cox started piloting the new product in Arizona in 2011 and launched in four additional markets in 2012. Cox Home Security provides :

• Intrusion and home safety monitoring (includes fire, gas and flood)



• Remote access via a secure online site or Smartphone app



• Email/text alerts



• Carbon monoxide and smoke sensors



• Secure video monitoring available via smart phone or a web browser



• Control of home functions such as lighting and temperature

Equipment for a basic system is free with a $99 installation and three-year contract with monitored Home Security service plans starting at $29.99 bundled price. Customers who live in the Cox service area but are not currently Cox subscribers may choose Cox Home Security as a stand-alone product.