--- title: Custom Alarm Named to SDM Top 100 Security Companies List description: "Custom Alarm is proud to once again be included among the top security providers in the nation, earning the #61 spot in this year’s SDM Top 100 ranking, up three positions from the previous year." image: https://www.custom-alarm.com/hubfs/SDM2026.jpg --- - [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/3813597/website-page/corporate/20x20x1.png)](https://www.facebook.com/CustomAlarm/) - [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/3813597/website-page/corporate/20x20x5.png)](https://www.instagram.com/custom_alarm/) - [![yt-1](https://www.custom-alarm.com/hs-fs/hubfs/yt-1.png?width=20&name=yt-1.png)](https://www.youtube.com/user/CustomAlarm) - [![li](https://www.custom-alarm.com/hs-fs/hubfs/li.png?width=20&name=li.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/580730) - [![](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/3813597/website-page/corporate/20x20x6.png)](https://www.custom-alarm.com/blog) [![CA-new-logo](https://www.custom-alarm.com/hs-fs/hubfs/CA-new-logo.png?width=177&height=131&name=CA-new-logo.png "CA-new-logo")](https://www.custom-alarm.com/) # Custom Alarm Blog # Custom Alarm Named to SDM Top 100 Security Companies List [![](https://www.custom-alarm.com/hubfs/SDM2026.jpg) ](https://www.custom-alarm.com/blog/custom-alarm-named-to-sdm-top-100-security-companies-list) *SDM Magazine* has released its annual **Top 100 Security Companies List**, recognizing industry leaders for their exceptional service, innovation, and growth. Custom Alarm has once again been recognized on SDM Magazine’s prestigious *Top 100 Security Companies List*, which highlights leading security providers nationwide for their commitment to service excellence, innovation, and industry growth. Out of more than 3,000 security providers across the country, Custom Alarm earned the **61st position**, climbing three spots from the previous year. This ranking also represents the company’s strongest position since 2005, reflecting continued momentum and long-term growth. This year marks its **29th consecutive year** appearing on the SDM 100 list, demonstrating nearly three decades of consistent performance and leadership in the security industry. “Each year brings new challenges and opportunities to better serve our customers,” said Melissa Brinkman, CEO of Custom Alarm. “We remain focused on delivering innovative technology solutions and dependable security for the communities we serve. Advancing to the 61st position this year is a meaningful achievement, and it speaks to the dedication of our incredible team and the trust of our customers.” Custom Alarm’s continued recognition on the SDM 100 list underscores its commitment to providing reliable, forward-thinking security solutions while maintaining the highest standards of service. ![SDM-Badge-SDM100-2025_325px](https://www.custom-alarm.com/hs-fs/hubfs/SDM-Badge-SDM100-2025_325px.png?width=124&height=124&name=SDM-Badge-SDM100-2025_325px.png) Here's a look at the last 5 year's ranking for Custom Alarm: | **Year** | **Overall Ranking** | **Non-Residential** | **Residential** | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2026 | 61 | 32 | 41 | | 2025 | 64 | 31 | 43 | | 2024 | 67 | 22 | 43 | | 2023 | 74 | 19 | 52 | | 2022 | 74 | 20 | 52 |       Posted by [Custom Alarm](https://www.custom-alarm.com/blog/author/custom-alarm) on May 21, 2026 11:00:00 AM - [**](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fpennyblacktemplates-3813597.hs-sites.com%2Fdigital-agency%2Fpost-title&display=popup&ref=plugin&src=like&kid_directed_site=0) - [**](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fpreview.hs-sites.com%2F_hcms%2Fpreview%2Ftemplate%2Fmulti%3Fblog_listing%3Dfalse%26content_group_id%3D5349197050%26is_buffered_template_layout%3Dtrue%26portalId%3D3813597%26tc_deviceCategory%3Ddesktop%26template_layout_id%3D5348908920&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw&text=Lorem%20ipsum%20dolor%20sit%20amet%20consetetur%20sadipscing%20elitr&tw_p=tweetbutton&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpennyblacktemplates-3813597.hs-sites.com%2Fdigital-agency%2Fpost-title) - ** - [**](https://accounts.google.com/signin/v2/identifier?service=oz&passive=1209600&continue=https%3A%2F%2Fplus.google.com%2Fup%2F%3Fcontinue%3Dhttps%3A%2F%2Fplus.google.com%2Fshare%3Fapp%253D110%2526url%253Dhttp%3A%2F%2Fpennyblacktemplates-3813597.hs-sites.com%2Fdigital-agency%2Fpost-title%26gpsrc%3Dgplp0&flowName=GlifWebSignIn&flowEntry=ServiceLogin) ### Subscribe For Updates ### Recent Posts ### ABOUT US Custom Alarm is a locally owned and operated, security-minded company located in Rochester, MN. 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