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About The Alarm Company Inc.
When it comes to security and electronic systems, one name stands out among all others in Central Mississippi. It is a name thousands of people have chosen to design, install and service systems in their homes and businesses. That name is THE ALARM COMPANY, INC. The Alarm Company is staffed by one of the most experienced group of people in the industry. Choose the name that more Professional Homebuilders choose than any other company in Mississippi, THE ALARM COMPANY, INC. Providing quality installation and service for security systems, intercom systems, home theater systems, phone systems, structured wiring and much more since 1989.
Our Staff
Tony A. Collums - President, Director of Operations
Tony has been involved in the security and electronics industry since 1978. He has served four terms as the President of the Mississippi Alarm Association,  sat on the Board of Directors for eight terms and received the Member of the Year Award four times.  Tony is a CEDIA Level 1 Installer .  His formal training includes: Phillips Junior College Electronics Engineering, Third Class FCC License, Radio Shack Management Training Course, Bellsouth Technician Training, NBFAA (National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association) Level 1 Technician Course and Certification, NBFAA Level 1 Instructor Course and Certification. Factory training and certifications from: Honeywell, First Alert Professional, Ademco, I-Line Lighting, Futuresmart, On-Q Structured Systems, Napco, Caddx, GE Security, DSC Security, M & S Systems, JVC Audio, Proficient Audio, Harman Kardon Audio, Audioplex, Russound, Xantech, Tektone Intercom, Aiphone Intercom, Linear and most other manufacturers. Additional training includes: Loss Prevention, Private Investigations, Physical Security, Retail Management, Employee management and relations. Tony is also a Certified Home Inspector. Tony and his wife, Doris live in Madison County with their dog, Gypsy, and their cat, Boo. Tony and Doris are active members at First Baptist Church in Canton, where they serve on various committees and Tony is a teacher in the Couples Class. They have one son, Brad who is employed by the company as the Installation Support Manager.  They have a beautiful grand-daughter named Blakeney.

Eldridge Harris - General/Sales Manager
Eldridge brings over 30 years of sales and management experience in the security and retail industry. He is Certified by the NBFAA as a Level 1 Technician. His formal training includes: Sales Management, Retail Management, Physical Security, Loss Prevention, Employee Relations and Customer Relations. Factory training and certifications from: Honeywell, First Alert Professional, Fire Control Instruments, ADT, Firelite, Napco, DSC Security, Ademco, Futuresmart, On-Q Structured Systems, M & S Systems, Aiphone Intercom, Proficient Audio, JVC Audio, Linear, Russound, Apex Security, FBII Security, Northern Computer, Maglock, Ultrak Video and most other manufacturers. Eldridge and his wife, Linda live in Northeast Jackson. The have two grown sons, Brad and Ryan, one daughter, Ashley. They are active members of Briarwood Baptist Church in Jackson.


Joshua Switzer - Service Manager
With over 15 years of experience in the electronics and security industry along with his friendly personality, Josh is the person to talk to when you are experiencing technical problems. Josh is a CEDIA Level 1 Installer and a Certified Level 2 Technician through the NBFAA. His exposure to a number of different types of systems and his extensive training has made him one of the most knowledgeable technical persons in the industry. Factory training and certifications include: Honeywell, First Alert Professional, Northern Computer, Aiphone Intercom, Maglock, IEI, JVC audio, Panasonic Video, Ultrak Video, Futuresmart, On-Q Structured Systems, Proficient Audio, Harman Kardon Audio, Audioples, Russound, M & S Systems, GE Security, Caddx, DSC Security, I-Line Lighting, Streetsmart Security, Visonic, Linear, Ademco, FBII Security and most other manufacturers. Josh and his wife, Cher live in Richland with their son Taylor. They are active members of First United Methodist Church in Richland.

Brad Collums - Installation Support Manager
Brad has worked for The Alarm Company for 10 years. He began installing security and audio systems when he was 15 years old. Brad's primary job is to ensure all installation work is done in a professional manner and it meets industry and state codes and standards. He works hands on with the installers to help continue their training. Brad works with our Service Manager, Josh Switzer, in the programming and setup of our Home Theater Systems. Brad is certified with the National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association as a Level 1 installer. Factory training and certifications include: Honeywell, First Alert Professional, M & S Systems, DSC Security, Futuresmart Structured Systems, ON-Q Structured Systems, Harman Kardon Audio, Proficient Audio, NXG Audio, I-Line Lighting Controls, Logitech Remotes, GE Security, Streetsmart security, Ademco and most other manufacturers. Brad served four years in the Mississippi Air National Guard. He is the proud father of Blakeney. Brad is a member of First Baptist Church of Canton.

James Cruise - Sales Representative
James brings an entirely different perspective to TAC. As a professional home builder for the last 33 years, we convinced him to come on board with The Alarm Company. With his experience in construction along with the training he has received and will continue to receive through The Alarm Company, he will be able to work with his customers on a personal and professional level. He has been certified by the National Burglar and Fire Alarm Association as a Level 1 installer. He has received training and certification in Honeywell Security Systems, Honeywell Structured Systems, Honeywell GSM Radio Systems, Harman Kardon Audio Systems, Proficient Audio Systems, NXG Audio Systems, First Alert Professional Security Systems, DSC Security Systems and most other major brands. He is the proud parent of three grown kids. James is a member of First Baptist Church of Jackson. 

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