Family-owned in Pittsburg, Kansas since 1969
205 E 29th St, Pittsburg, KS | Mon to Thu 8am to 4pm, Fri 8am to 2pm
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Plain answers about alarms, cameras, fire alarms, electrical work, and medical alerts. Don't see your question? Call us and a real person in Pittsburg will answer.
About Touchton
Where are you located?
We're at 205 E 29th St in Pittsburg, Kansas. Office hours are Monday to Thursday 8am to 4pm and Friday 8am to 2pm. Call (620) 232-9294.
How far do you travel?
We serve about 80 miles around Pittsburg, in Kansas and Missouri. Not sure if you're in range? Give us a call and ask.
Are you a local company?
Yes. Touchton has been family-owned in Pittsburg since 1969, and Dave and Susan Touchton run it today. When you call, you talk to someone here in town.
Do you have anyone who speaks Spanish? / ¿Hablan español?
Yes. Just ask for Gerson or Emma when you call. Sí, se habla español.
Alarms, cameras, and fire alarms
Do I need a landline for an alarm system?
No. Every alarm system we install comes with a cellular dialer, so you don't need a landline. We can also add an internet connection as a backup.
Will you take over an alarm system another company put in?
Usually, yes. Some companies use equipment that only they can work on, so sometimes we have to replace some parts. We'll look at your system and tell you what it needs.
Who watches my alarm when it goes off?
Your alarm is monitored by Affiliated Monitoring, a UL-listed central station with monitoring centers in New Jersey and Texas. When your alarm goes off, they get the signal and send help.
Can I control my alarm from my phone?
Yes. With DMP's Virtual Keypad app, you can arm, disarm, and check on your system from your phone, tablet, or computer.
Should I get a wired or wireless alarm?
It depends on your home or building. The DMP alarm panels we install can be wired, wireless, or a mix of both, and we'll tell you what fits when we come look at your place.
Can my alarm warn me about smoke, carbon monoxide, or a water leak?
Yes. Smoke, heat, and carbon monoxide detectors, water sensors, and low-temperature sensors that catch freezing pipes can all run on the same alarm system.
Do you install wired or wireless security cameras?
Both. Most of the camera systems we install are Vitek, and we use DMP for wireless cameras. We'll help you figure out which makes sense for your home or business.
Can I watch my cameras from my phone?
Yes. You can watch live or play back recorded clips on your phone or tablet, and we help you set up the app before we leave. You will need internet at your home or business so the video can reach your phone.
What does a camera system cost?
It depends. Every home and business is different, and the price changes with how many cameras you need, whether they're wired or wireless, and where they go. Give us a call and we'll set up a time to look at your place and give you an estimate.
Do you install video doorbells?
Yes. The video doorbell we install can tell the difference between a person, a vehicle, and a dog or cat. You pick what you want alerts for, so you're not getting a ping every time the neighbor's cat walks by.
Do you install fire alarm systems for businesses?
Yes. We install DMP fire alarm systems for businesses, churches, and other buildings. Call us and we'll come take a look at what you need.
Do you work on older fire alarm systems?
Yes. We service most existing fire alarm systems, not just the ones we install. Give us a call and tell us what you have.
Can one panel run my burglar alarm and my fire alarm?
Yes. A DMP panel can handle both your burglar alarm and your fire alarm, so you have one system to keep up with instead of two.
Do you do fire alarm inspections and testing?
Yes. The state requires fire alarm inspections and testing for certain kinds of buildings, especially places where people sleep. We can take care of that for you. Call us and we'll help you figure out what your building needs.
Electrical, medical alerts, and more
What electrical work do you do?
Our electricians handle panel upgrades, new circuits, ceiling fans, EV chargers, and landscape lighting for homes and businesses. Call and tell us what you need.
Do you have a medical alert that works away from home?
Yes. We offer the Teardrop mobile medical alert. Press the button and it reaches a monitoring center that sends help to where you are, whether you're at home, in the garden, or out running errands. No landline needed.
Does the Teardrop detect falls?
Not on its own. Fall assist is an option we can turn on for you, so just ask when you call.
How is the Teardrop worn, and is it waterproof?
It's worn around your neck. The Teardrop is water resistant, but it is not waterproof.
What does the Teardrop cost?
The Teardrop unit is $110. Monitoring is $39.95 a month, or $41.95 a month with fall assist turned on.
Can I get keyless entry for my business door?
Yes. We install keyless entry for business doors, with card readers and magnetic locks, so you control who gets in and when.
Do you install gate openers?
Yes. We install DoorKing gate openers for homes, farms, and businesses, along with the keypads and remotes to run them.
Do you run network cable?
Yes. We run network cable (Cat5 and Ethernet) for office computers, security cameras, and door access, so everything has a solid wired connection.
Talk to a real person in Pittsburg
Tell us what you need and we will help you figure out the right fit.
Family-owned in Pittsburg, Kansas since 1969.
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