Fire Security Tips for Fall

By Ryan Bell / October 6, 2023 / Comments Off on Fire Security Tips for Fall

We’ve pointed out in several of our posts that we work with customers to create a security plan that fits their specific applications and security needs. Every property lends its own unique security threats. Moreover, every customer also brings their own set of security concerns as well as their desired user experience to the table.…

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What to Expect During a Security Audit

By Ryan Bell / September 29, 2023 / Comments Off on What to Expect During a Security Audit

We have customers approach us in many different ways in order to set up security measures. Some folks have a very specific need and know exactly what they want us to do for them. Others have a more vague idea of what they want, and wish to receive professional advice. Of course, we also have…

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A Complete Commercial Security Plan (Part 2)

By Ryan Bell / September 21, 2023 / Comments Off on A Complete Commercial Security Plan (Part 2)

When we install commercial security measures, we discuss a variety of variables with our customers. For starters, we must help our customers choose the equipment that best suits their unique security needs. Then, we work with them to install the equipment at the locations that work best from a security and aesthetic standpoint. Finally, in…

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A Complete Commercial Security Plan (Part 1)

By Ryan Bell / September 14, 2023 / Comments Off on A Complete Commercial Security Plan (Part 1)

When we work with our customers to create security, we take an all-encompassing approach. As complete security integrators, we must use multiple security avenues when securing any property. When designing business security in particular, we come up against several unique security concerns. Over the next couple weeks, we’ll look at how we create complete commercial…

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3 Ways to Create Home Surveillance

By Ryan Bell / September 7, 2023 / Comments Off on 3 Ways to Create Home Surveillance

If you’ve paid attention to security trends over the last several years, you’ll have noticed a sharp increase in home surveillance installations. We can point to a couple different reasons for this. For starters, cameras used to represent a fairly cost-prohibitive security measure. Only certain businesses had the money to install these devices. However, technology…

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Common Lock Hardware Issues

By Ryan Bell / August 31, 2023 / Comments Off on Common Lock Hardware Issues

While we’ve long integrated both mechanical and electronic security solutions into our services, we surprise many customers when we tell them we started out as locksmiths! This makes us uniquely qualified to give customers advice when it comes to choosing and installing door hardware. Since locks represent your first line of defense against crime, we…

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Security Tips for School Season

By Ryan Bell / August 25, 2023 / Comments Off on Security Tips for School Season

The end of August brings about several changes, which some people welcome with open arms and others dread. For example, we’re starting to see nights and early mornings get cooler at the summer winds down. Pumpkin-flavored goodies have popped back up in restaurants. Football season looms just around the corner. But of course, perhaps most…

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Common Alarm Design Issues

By Ryan Bell / August 18, 2023 / Comments Off on Common Alarm Design Issues

A big part of our job as security integrators revolves around working with customers to create the security experience they desire. Of course, this includes making sure that they have sufficient security coverage of their property. We must also add as many types of security as we can to make their alarm as effective as…

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Creative Alarm Design Ideas

By Ryan Bell / August 11, 2023 / Comments Off on Creative Alarm Design Ideas

When we help customers design an alarm, we never take a “one size fits all” approach. Instead, we create systems that fit our customers’ individual security needs and desired security experience. We must always take into account each individual property’s unique layout and security threats. Sometimes, that requires thinking a little “outside the box” and…

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Arming Your Security System

By Ryan Bell / August 4, 2023 / Comments Off on Arming Your Security System

Over the course of our 34 years — and counting — in business, we’ve helped hundreds of customers design security systems that fit their unique security needs. As part of that process, we work to customize many parts of the security experience. From system design to monitoring options and functionality, we can create a truly…

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