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Builder Systems Group has 2 locations, listed below.

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    • Builder Systems Group

      12702 Cimarron Path San Antonio, TX 78249-3423

    • Builder Systems Group

      1601 Rutherford Ln Austin, TX 78754-5125

    Business ProfileforBuilder Systems Group

    Security System Monitors
    Multi Location Business

    At-a-glance

    Customer Reviews

    1/5stars

    Average of 3 Customer Reviews

    Customer Complaints

    7 complaints closed in last 3 years

    1 complaints closed in last 12 months

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    Reasons for BBB Rating

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    Business Details

    This is a multi-location business.

    Find a Location

    Builder Systems Group has 2 locations, listed below.

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      • Builder Systems Group

        12702 Cimarron Path San Antonio, TX 78249-3423

      • Builder Systems Group

        1601 Rutherford Ln Austin, TX 78754-5125

      Location of This Business
      12702 Cimarron Path, San Antonio, TX 78249-3423
      BBB File Opened:
      10/30/2009
      Years in Business:
      19
      Business Started:
      6/1/2004
      Business Incorporated:
      3/12/2004
      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
      Alternate Business Name
      • BSG
      • Security by BSG, LLC
      Business Management
      • Mr. James Davis, President
      Contact Information

      Customer Contact

      • Mr. James Davis, President

      Customer Complaints

      7 Customer Complaints

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      Most Recent Customer Complaint

      01/15/2024

      Complaint Type:
      Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Resolved
      We have not been able to use our security alarm system for over half a year now, we've made many attempts to call them and get help from someone but they either never answer the phone, don't return my voicemails or they give us false support. When we first bought the house and moved in March 2022, the builders(View Homes) lied to us and said we HAD to go with BSG because that's the company they used for the house they built here and the systems would only work with them, no other company. Being new homeowners and from out of state, we didn't know this wasn't true. We had constant issues with the doorbell camera and it wasnt working, which is took begging for them to change it. Then we had issues with the alarm not setting for when we were away and staying & the house would not be protected by the system, we'd come home and it was off. After some time, the next time we had an issue they told us they were now charging $99 per technician visit, AND they were charging all customers backpay from when our contract started.I refused because this was NOT in our original contract and this new service fee and demanding we pay for those months we we'd been with them is all AFTER our contract. They fought with me about it and kept demanding I pay. I noticed ever since we refused to pay the newly added backpay, they dont answer my calls or callback if we need help. We paid 600+ for all our equipment upfront. We had people vandalize our house twice, the cameras were on and they NEVER picked up on anyone coming to our house, yet our neighbors security system did. How can we trust this service and company when we've had nothing but problems with them and they've not been helpful. Then we tried getting out of our contract, and we were told we owed over something over $1200 or **** or around there to get out, ******* I spoke to couldn't give me an exact number because he said he had to "calculate it". We've been paying for months with no alarm *********** want OUT of this contract.
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      Customer Reviews

      3 Customer Reviews

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      Most Recent Customer Review

      Simon S

      1 star

      09/18/2023

      I acknowledge that my experience with this business is mostly my fault, but feel obligated to share the experience with others so that they may make a more informed decision.This company got us to sign a five-year contract without mentioning the terms on the phone. They did clearly state the terms in an email and the contract, thus making it my fault. However, this contract length was never mentioned in discussion and the company did not make any promised communications to us to make sure we wanted to continue the contract within the cancellation period.This company was the equipment installer for our home builder, which is why we did not look into the details of the contract. I feel they use that connection to then abuse customer trust.Furthermore, having a 5-year contract term when there is not equipment on loan is absurd. We are being charged 80% of the remaining contract for them to simply not provide the service anymore. There is no cost on their end to terminate the service but they take a hefty fee.Finally, this company appears to be deceitfully adding to their public reviews. A technician asks for a review as part of the install as a favor at the end of the process. This inflates their rating and hides bad reviews from other customers.The customer service was poor but the way they trick costumers into long agreement terms is appalling.

      Builder Systems Group Response

      09/20/2023

      RE:         Better Business Bureau Case 377919
      Dear ************************,
      I hope this message finds you well. We have carefully reviewed your concerns and would like to address them in a transparent and constructive manner.  We appreciate your feedback and value the opportunity to clarify our position.

      We acknowledge your perspective regarding your account balance and your unwillingness to fulfill the remaining amount.  The ************** mandates that security monitoring agreements are documented in written agreements.  This practice ensures clarity and protection for all parties involved. Your contract included a 90-day trial period with no financial obligations, as long as the service was canceled within that timeframe.

      Our intention was never to defraud, take advantage of, or deceive you in any way.  Your account was not canceled within the 90-day trial period.  BSG incurred costs associated with activating your account, compensating team members, and monthly fees for live monitoring services.  Per the terms of the agreement, BSG is *********** seek recovery for these costs when early cancellation requests are made.

      Regarding customer reviews, we encourage our team members to seek feedback from customers.  ********** review process is one of many ways we accomplish that.   We firmly believe in transparency and feel it is essential for all current and potential customers to read reviews and make informed decisions about doing business with BSG. Integrity is one of our core values, and we take it seriously.

      Your review portrayed our business in an unfavorable light, which does not align with our values and our commitment to maintaining positive relationships with our customers and builders. As a business owner, I appreciate your feedback and would like to extend an invitation to discuss your account further.  My aim is to find a reasonable agreement that satisfies both parties.

      Please do not hesitate to reach out to our customer service department at ************ or reply to this message to schedule a discussion at your earliest convenience. We are committed to resolving this matter in a fair and amicable manner.
      Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
      Sincerely,

      *********************
      President **************************

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