Bayshore TV
vs Smart-home installers (Vivint, ADT, Brinks).
If Vivint or ADT is already coming to install your security system, sure — bundle the TV mount. Otherwise, paying their $300+ for a TV install you can get for $99 elsewhere is wild
If Vivint or ADT is already coming to install your security system, sure — bundle the TV mount. Otherwise, paying their $300+ for a TV install you can get for $99 elsewhere is wild.
Quick comparison.
| Factor | Smart-home installers (Vivint, ADT, Brinks) | Bayshore TV |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | $200-450 + monthly contract typically required | $99 flat, no contract |
| Speed | Bundled with smart-home install | Standalone TV mount, same-day |
| Florida CBS walls | Often refused or upcharged | Specialty — included in flat rate |
| Money-back guarantee | No | 100% satisfaction or refund |
| Direct installer contact | Through customer service | Direct text/call |
| Trip charge | Often $20-50 extra | $0 in service area |
Where Smart-home installers (Vivint, ADT, Brinks) actually wins.
In all fairness — they're not bad at everything. Here's what they do well:
- Bundled with whole smart-home setup
- Professional installers
- Includes TV setup with smart speakers/cameras
Where Smart-home installers (Vivint, ADT, Brinks) falls short for Tampa Bay homes.
- Massive markup on TV mounting (3-4x what specialty installers charge)
- Often requires a smart-home service contract (locks you in)
- TV mounting is secondary to their main business — quality reflects this
- No specialty in Florida construction types
Bottom line.
Smart-home installers (Vivint, ADT, Brinks) works for a lot of situations. We work for Tampa Bay homes specifically, where Florida concrete-block construction, hurricane-rated installs, and outdoor lanai TVs are everyday work. If your install is straightforward and you have time to wait — try them. If you want a flat $99 quote in 15 minutes and a TV on the wall by tonight — text us.
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$99 flat. Same-day. 100% money-back guarantee.