Business Details
43 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Security Solutions for Homes and Businesses in Maine
Cunningham Security was established in 1983 with a mission to provide custom-designed, high-quality monitored security systems for homes and businesses throughout Southern Maine. Founded by Paul and Nancy Cunningham, the company built a reputation for reliability and innovation over two decades. In 2005, Mike Major, a Maine native with over 30 years of customer service expertise, acquired the business and expanded its offerings to include fire alarms, camera systems, and access control solutions. Under Mike's leadership, the company has doubled its customer base while maintaining affordable pricing and prioritizing partnerships with local businesses and community charities.Today, Cunningham Security stands as Maine's premier security services provider, serving residential and commercial clients across New England with 24/7 monitoring, state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to code-compliant installations. The company's NICET-certified technicians ensure professional fire alarm services, environmental hazard detection, and comprehensive security solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.
Services
Security Systems
Fire Alarms
Camera Systems
Access Control
Environmental Monitoring
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of security system expertise
- Our team includes NICET-certified technicians
- We provide 24/7 monitoring and emergency response
- Local ownership supports Maine communities
- Custom solutions for residential and commercial needs
What people say
Impeccable provider
Exceptional customer service
Top of the line technology
Prompt and professional communication
Amazing experience
Services
Security Systems
Cunningham Security provides 24/7 monitored security systems for homes and businesses. Their solutions protect against burglary, fire, and environmental hazards using state-of-the-art technology. With customizable options for residential and commercial properties, these systems offer remote access control and video monitoring to ensure comprehensive protection.
Fire Alarms
The company designs, installs, and monitors commercial fire alarm systems compliant with NFPA72 standards. Services include smoke detection, heat detection, and emergency notification across various industries. Their NICET-certified technicians perform annual inspections and code-compliant system maintenance to ensure maximum safety and regulatory compliance.
Camera Systems
Cunningham offers complete security camera solutions for residential and commercial properties. Services include indoor/outdoor camera installation, cloud storage, and smart analytics. Their systems provide real-time monitoring, motion detection, and evidence collection capabilities with flexible recording options and remote smartphone access.
Access Control
Comprehensive access control systems regulate building entry with keycard, biometric, and smartphone-based solutions. The company installs systems for single-door or enterprise-wide applications, featuring remote management capabilities and integration with existing security infrastructure across commercial properties of all sizes.
Environmental Monitoring
Cunningham provides environmental monitoring systems detecting carbon monoxide, gas leaks, temperature extremes, and water hazards. These systems integrate with security alarms to prevent property damage and ensure safety across residential and commercial environments through continuous monitoring and automated alerts.
People
Mike Major
Owner
Mike Major purchased Cunningham Security in 2005 and has grown the company with over 30 years of customer service expertise. A Maine native who raised his family in Portland, he ensures affordable pricing while maintaining premium service standards through strategic technology investments.
Paul Cunningham
Founder
Paul Cunningham co-founded the company in 1983 with the vision of providing customized security solutions for Maine residents and businesses. His foundational work established the company's commitment to quality installations that Mike Major continues to uphold through modernization efforts.
Nancy Cunningham
Co-Founder
Nancy Cunningham partnered with Paul to establish the company's reputation for reliable security systems across Southern Maine. Their combined leadership created a framework for exceptional customer service that continues under new ownership while maintaining community partnerships.
Questions
What security services do you offer for homeowners?
We provide complete home security solutions including burglary alarms, fire detection, video monitoring, remote access control, and environmental hazard monitoring across Maine and New England.
Do you provide commercial security systems?
Yes, we offer fire alarms, access control, intrusion detection, and surveillance systems for businesses with code-compliant installations and 24/7 monitoring options tailored to commercial needs.
Are your services available 24/7?
Our security monitoring operates continuously with 24/7 emergency response capabilities and on-call technicians for urgent service requirements.
What fire alarm services do you provide?
We design, install, monitor, and inspect commercial fire alarm systems meeting NFPA72 standards with NICET-certified technicians handling all aspects from permitting to annual inspections.
Do you serve areas outside Maine?
Yes, we provide security and fire alarm services throughout New England including Massachusetts and New Hampshire in addition to our Maine locations.
Can I view camera footage remotely?
Our security camera systems offer smartphone access for real-time monitoring, recordings, and smart notifications through user-friendly mobile applications.
Reviews (6)
Craig Dilger
Jan 08, 2022
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We have been using Cunningham for our business since 2016 and they have been a consistent problem. Many of the sensors they have installed have caused false alarms which we end up billed for by the local police and fire department. Furthermore the response to issues has been lackluster, bills have been inconsistent with what we were quoted. Overall I am feeling like they have been stealing from us more than preventing theft.
Will Harris
Nov 15, 2021
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Critical: Professionalism, Punctuality, Quality, Responsiveness, Value Terrible. There are way better options for your security needs. Very rude, condescending, poor value, lots of bad equipment, and owner provided a quote and final bill came out more than double. Never again Cunningham
Jennifer Fang
Jun 21, 2021
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We had an amazing experience with Cunningham Security. We were upgrading our services and there were a couple of snafus, and everyone went up and beyond to help us. 1. Our first tech Chalmers stayed past 5pm on a Friday to try and figure things out for us. 2. Our second tech Karl fixed our lock installation (we installed a new smart lock) so that it would fully extend, as this was erroring out the system. 3. Kate, who managed the entire operation, was amazing and responsive. She helped me through each of the step and answered all of my questions within hours.
Fran Barnes
May 13, 2021
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We had great service from beginning to end with Cunningham. Everyone was helpful and friendly. Communication was prompt and professional. I highly recommend!
John McCarthy
Dec 26, 2020
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Critical: Quality, Responsiveness, Value We spent over $5000 installing Cunningham Security back in 2015. Unfortunately they have zero support for Casco Bay island residents. So many false alarms that they refused to check out. Save your money and purchase a wireless system. Gave them 2 stars as they are pretty good at saying "sorry" over and over
Richard Upham
May 29, 2019
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I had great service from SOS Security for years and then Cunningham Security took over. Their service went downhill immediately. I called for service several times and each time they could not figure out what the problem was. They replaced parts that did not need replacing (and charged me of course) Twice they could not find the code needed to access my system and had to come back a second time. The last time they came I was told that my system was outdated ( it was updated only 5 years ago by SOS)and I needed a whole new system.( this was after they installed new parts) When I questioned their methods, they talked down to me like I was an idiot. Finally, I canceled my service. 2 weeks later I received a bill for a service call that took place over a year ago that I was told at the time that I would not be charged because it was a repeat visit which was their fault.
I guess that was their way of getting back at me for getting rid of them. It took them 2 weeks to cancel the monitoring service. The service was still calling me asking if my phone was out of order. I hired another company and my system works great now. I would not recommend this company.one star was too many!
I guess that was their way of getting back at me for getting rid of them. It took them 2 weeks to cancel the monitoring service. The service was still calling me asking if my phone was out of order. I hired another company and my system works great now. I would not recommend this company.one star was too many!
