We provide security installations in Leeds for businesses of all sizes

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Here at FirstEye we have over 22 years of expertise in security installations for businesses, enabling us to provide your businesses with the security protection it needs. We have worked with businesses of all shapes and sizes; from small shops and retail units, through to factories, warehouses and multi-storey offices. Our team has the expertise to design, plan and install security systems to meet your individual requirements.

Get in touch to find out more

If you’re looking for a security installation specialist with the skills, expertise and experience to provide you with reliable, high-quality services, why not get in touch with us. We’re happy to provide you with a free, no-obligation quote and contacting us is easy: simply call 0113 228 8599 or email quote@firsteye.co.uk

 

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What’s the best way to protect my commercial business against crime?

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Each year many millions of pounds are lost to commercial businesses through crime such as theft, shoplifting and vandalism. Whilst it’s not possible to prevent every single crime from happening, ensuring your business has adequate security protection offers a highly effective way to safeguard it. Here at FirstEye we have decades of experience in working with businesses throughout Leeds and West Yorkshire, providing a wide range of security solutions to suit businesses of all sizes.

Commercial security installations in Leeds and West Yorkshire

We offer a wide range of cost-effective commercial security solutions with options to suit all budgets and requirements. If you’re not sure how to protect your business from crime, or which security solutions are right for you, our experienced team are happy to provide and advice and guidance. In the meantime, here’s an overview of what we offer:

  • CCTV installations: offering superb protection and a highly effective deterrent, CCTV is ideal for use both inside or outside a business premises. The latest CCTV systems are designed to be viewed from a smartphone app, offering you the capability to check on your business premises, regardless of where you are.
  • Intruder alarms: we install a range of alarms; from simple, bell-only systems, through to alarms with multiple user capacity. Ideal for protecting your business when you’re not there, an alarm provides efficient protection.
  • Access control: we have the expertise to install a range of access control systems, including door access and intercom systems. Access control offers an effective additional security measure for a wide range of businesses, including shops, offices, medical practices, industrial sites and warehouses.
  • Vehicle barriers and physical security: designed to protect car parks, loading bays and external areas, installing a vehicle barrier provides additional protection for external areas.
  • Fire alarms: ensuring you have a working, reliable burglar alarm is a legal requirement for many businesses. We are experts in fire alarm installations and can provide your business with the level of protection it needs.
  • Security lighting: a cost-effective way to provide additional protection, security lighting illuminates dark areas to prevent intruders from having a place to hide. We install LED security lighting which is economical to run and simple to install.

Get in touch with FirstEye

If you would like to find out more about our commercial security installation services in Leeds, please get in touch to obtain your free, no-obligation quote and security survey.

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How do I protect my home when I’m going away on holiday? Read our expert advice to find out more.

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It’s only a few weeks until the long summer holidays are upon us! As many of us didn’t manage to get away last year, we’re all keeping our fingers crossed for a fantastic summer!

Whether you’re lucky enough to be going away this summer or not, now is the ideal time to ensure your home is safe, secure and protected against crime before the holiday season begins in earnest. At FirstEye, we often work with homeowners who are having an alarm or CCTV system installed because they’ve just been burgled. ‘Prevention is better than cure’ as the saying goes and by installing a security system now before the worst happens, you’ll save yourself a huge amount of stress, expense and inconvenience.

We work closely with our clients throughout Leeds and West Yorkshire, installing a wide range of security solutions, with options to suit all homes, budgets and requirements:

• CCTV: now increasingly popular with homeowners, CCTV offers unbeatable, comprehensive protection 24/7.
• Security alarms: a must-have piece of security kit, an alarm will protect your home whilst deterring potential thieves for attempting to break in.
• Access control: particularly suited to elderly or vulnerable homeowners, the latest access control systems offer the capability to check who’s at the door without having to answer it.
• Smart doorbells: designed to work in a similar way to access control systems and will enable you to ‘answer’ the door even when you’re not at home. A great way to avoid missed deliveries and verify callers, a smart doorbell offers a cost effective way to enhance security.

Contact more to information on our home security installations in Leeds

We experts in installing reliable, cost-effective security systems for homeowners in Leeds and throughout. We provide free security surveys and are happy to offer advice on the best solutions to suit your home and lifestyle. Get in touch by calling 0113 2288599.

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Protect your home or business with powerful security lighting installed by FirstEye

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Exactly as their name suggests, flood lights are designed to flood large areas with very bright light. As flood lights are one of the most powerful types of lighting available, they provide an effective way to help safeguard the outside areas of all types of buildings, from commercial, industrial and offices, through to residential properties.

Security lighting has also become a popular, affordable way to improve security in a wide range of different locations such as sports venues, gardens, outdoor theatres and school playgrounds. In addition, because security lighting is straightforward to install and relatively cheap to buy, it is now used as a way to protect buildings of all shapes and sizes; from from large industrial complexes, through to small bungalows.

The benefits of security lighting

The powerful bright light emitted by LED security makes them ideal for use as a security measure, particularly when it comes to deterring potential intruders. LED security lighting can be used in a number of different ways and it is possible to install lighting which has to be manually operated, or sensor-triggered systems which are designed to detect movement.

LED lighting technology has really changed over recent years; as a result, this type of lighting is very cheap to run thanks to the small amount of energy used. Furthermore, LED light bulbs also last much longer than other types of bulbs and because they are incredibly durable, are ideal for use in outdoor locations.

Contact FirstEye to find out more

Here at FirstEye we are specialists in the installation of a range of effective security solutions. I you would like to find out more about the benefits of protecting your home or business with LED security lighting, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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Is burglar alarm servicing and maintenance important?

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Here at FirstEye we often talk about the security benefits of having a reliable security alarm system. However, even the most expensive or sophisticated alarm system wont provide reliable protection if it isn’t serviced or maintained on a regular basis.

We are specialists in designing and installing security alarm systems for commercial, business and residential customers. Alongside our installation services we also have the expertise to service and repair a wide range of burglar alarm systems.

How FirstEye can help you

Whether you have an alarm which needs servicing, or a faulty system which is unreliable, our team of alarm engineers have the expertise to ensure your system gives the security protection it was designed to provide. Furthermore, if your current alarm is outdated, we can also advise you on whether installing a new system would be the most cost-effective option.

Different types of alarm systems require different levels of maintenance. If you have a large business premises, for example, protected by a complex system it is important to ensure that it is serviced regularly. Domestic systems don’t always need to be serviced as frequently and our team will advise you on the most appropriate service schedule for your system.

Get in touch to find out more

Ensuring your security alarm is serviced on a regular basis is the best way to provide yourself with peace of mind. If you would like to find out more about burglar alarm servicing in Leeds, or any other aspect of our services, please get in touch by calling 0113 228 8599 or email quote@firsteye.co.uk

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Security systems for farms and rural businesses

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Farms and rural businesses are just as susceptible to crime as businesses located in busy city locations. Due the their often remote and quiet locations, farms are targeted by thieves who steal livestock, agricultural vehicles such as quad bikes. Falling victim to theft is obviously extremely stressful from a financial point of view, but for farming families living in remote locations, the emotional impact can be huge.

Whilst there are lots of practical things that farmers can do to reduce the risk of having equipment stolen, such as storing vehicle keys out of sight and in secure locations, and reporting any suspicious vehicles in the area to police, installing additional security measures can provide much needed peace of mind.

CCTV is becoming increasingly popular with farmers and businesses in rural locations. Offering an effective way to monitor livestock, out buildings and barns etc, CCTV cameras will also deter thieves from attempting to enter a property.

NFU Rural CCTV Partnership

At FirstEye we are NFU Rural CCTV Partners for North Yorkshire and West Yorkshire. This means that we are able to offer NFU members 10% off CCTV installation and also any intruder alarm installed at the same time as the CCTV.

If you would like to find out more about how to protect your farm or rural property against crime, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with FirstEye by calling 0113 228 8599 or email quote@firsteye.co.uk

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Moving house? Don’t forget to put security at the top of your property checklist…

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Domestic security solutions installed Leeds and West Yorkshire by FirstEye

Whether you’re considering moving house, or are already busy viewing potential properties, it’s important to make sure security is at the top of your list. Moving house is a very busy time and it’s easy to get distracted. However, by taking security into consideration now, you could save yourself a great deal of heartache.

There are lots of simple things you can do to help you decide whether a potential property is safe and secure, including:

• Try asking people living nearby for their thoughts on what it’s like to live there – local knowledge can be incredibly useful!
• What’s the area like at night? Thinks can feel very different when it’s dark and if you feel uncomfortable, it might be a good idea to look elsewhere.
• Ask around the neighbourhood and check local crime figures online
• Is the property fitted with a security system and if it is, how old/reliable is the system?
• Is there security lighting?
• If the property has a burglar alarm, make the sure you get the code and manual from the previous owners. Alarm maintenance is important and if the system hasn’t been serviced for a while, arrange for a service appointment as soon as possible.
• On moving day, it’s a good idea to change the locks and keys. It’s impossible to know who has keys and for peace of mind it’s well worth the expense.
• If there isn’t an alarm system, arrange to have one installed as soon possible. Unfortunately we meet lots of homeowners who want to have an alarm installed because they’ve just been burgled but prevention is much better than cure.
• Check garages, sheds and outbuildings – if you’re going to store valuables (bikes, sports equipment, power tools etc.), consider having an alarm installed.
• Security lighting is a cost-effective, quick-fix approach to home security. Consider installing outside lights if there aren’t any.
• Organise your home insurance as soon as possible and make sure you have the correct level of cover.

Contact FirstEye to arrange for your free security survey

At FirstEye we work with homeowners throughout Leeds and West Yorkshire, providing cost-effective and reliable security installation and maintenance services. To find out more about our services, or to arrange a free, no-obligation quote, please get in touch by calling 0113 228 8599 or email quote@firsteye.co.uk

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What’s the best way to protect your home when you’re away on holiday?

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Thanks to the recent announcement on the partial-easing of overseas travel restrictions, the possibility of getting away on holiday is giving us hope that we might get away this summer after all! Whether you’re keeping your fingers crossed for the chance of an overseas trip, or are setting your sights closer to home with a staycation, it’s important to ensure your home is adequately protected against burglary.

The single most effective way to do this is by making sure home looks occupied, even though it’s empty. This can be easier than it sounds and by using a number of effective strategies, you’ll be able to deter thieves from attempting to break into your home. Here are some of our top tips on how to make your home look occupied when you’re away on holiday:

  • Make sure you have adequate security systems in place, such as a working burglar alarm with bell boxes which are clearly visible from both the front and back of your home.
  • Install smart lighting or use timer switches to programme lights and lamps to switch on when it gets dark.
  • If your post is visible through the front door, ask a neighbour or friend to move it so it’s out of sight. Alternatively, Royal Mail offers a service where, for a small fee, they will keep your post for you whilst you’re away, delivering it one batch when you return.
  • Mow the lawn and cut back any overgrown hedges, shrubs or bushes. Not only does this ensure your home looks well cared for and occupied, it also helps to prevent burglars from having somewhere to hide.
  • Don’t forget to cancel the milk as there’s nothing like a collection of milk bottles on the doorstep to advertise the fact that you’re away!
  • Last and by no means least, for high effective, 24/7 security, why not consider a CCTV system?

Get in touch with FirstEye

If you would like to find out more about using security systems to protect your home, get in touch with FirstEye. We offer a wide range of cost-effective security solutions, with options to suit all budgets and requirements, including CCTV, security alarms, security lighting and smart doorbells.

Contacting us is easy: simply call 0113 228 8599 or email quote@firsteye.co.uk

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Which type of access control system is best for your business?

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Access control systems installed in Leeds by FirstEye

Access control systems provide flexible security by enabling you to control who has access to your business premises, or particular areas of your business premises, at any time. Offering the ideal way to prevent unauthorised access, installing access control also puts an end to the expensive (and time-consuming) problem of lost staff keys and having to change locks.

Standalone or networked access control?

Access control is ideal for a wide range of settings and is suitable for installation in offices, shops and warehouses, through to care homes, schools and nurseries. However, as there are two main types of access control system available – standalone and network/PC based – it can be difficult to choose the best system for your particular premises. Our team are experts in providing businesses and organisations of all sizes with guidance but in the meantime, here’s an outline of each type of access control system:

Standalone access control systems are simple to operate and are most effective when used to control a single gate, door, or several doors in a series. Each unit is individually programmed by each doors entry system which means that this type of access control system is more suitable when there are a smaller number of users. Access is gained at each door via either a keypad code number, swipe card or ‘key’ fob which is scanned by a reader. Ideal for small business premises such as offices or shops, standalone access control also proves very effective when installed in flats, apartments, members only clubs or individual storage units.

Access control systems which are networked or PC based, are controlled from a central computer through networked access control software. Users have the capability to control all of the access points within a building from anywhere in the building. In addition, individual or group user access pathways can also be created, whilst access cards, fobs or tokens can be added or blocked as required. In addition, networked access control systems also include a reporting facility which enables the identification of everyone who has passed through each access point or door. As a result, the capabilities of networked systems makes them ideal for larger businesses who need multiple user access with individual control, or for sites which multiple buildings such as colleges, universities, commercial buildings and industrial sites.

Get in touch with FirstEye

If you would like to find out more about the benefits to your business of installing access control, get in touch with FirstEye by calling 0113 228 8599 or email quote@firsteye.co.uk

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Is your home security up to scratch?

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If you’ve ever been burgled, you’ll know only too well just how stressful and upsetting it can be. Not only is there the thought that a complete stranger has been inside your home, but there’s also distress having personal items taken from you. Furthermore, sorting out an insurance claim can be difficult and extremely time consuming. With this in mind, preventing a burglary from happening in the first place is a very sensible step to take.

Although installing a burglar home is a must, there’s also a range of different ways you can make your home safer. A good place to start is by considering every possible entry point to your home, such as doors and windows, for example, and thinking about how they could be safeguarded.

Burglars operate in different ways, and whilst opportunistic thieves will target a property if they see a chance to enter, others will scope out a property in advance, sometimes in collaboration with others. This means that it’s import to consider whether your home always look occupied, there are no places for burglars to hide and that entrances to the house are difficult to enter and visible.

Simple ways to improve home security

Here are a few things to think about to help you improve home security:

  • Make sure doors and windows aren’t left open, if they’re not easily accessible
  • Ensure it’s not obvious when you’re away on holiday or out
  • Never leave a spare key that’s visible or easy to find
  • Don’t provide places for burglars to hide such as hedges and large shrubs
  • Don’t leave ladders lying around
  • Protect your garage or shed with good quality padlocks, security locks and an alarm
  • Install visible window and door locks
  • If you’re away on holiday, ask a neighbour to collect your post or move it out of sight
  • Install timer-switches on lights and lamps

Get in touch with FirstEye

At FirstEye we are specialists in installing a wide range of cost-effective security systems for homeowners in Leeds and surrounding areas. From security alarms and CCTV, through to security lighting and smart doorbells, we can provide your home with comprehensive protection.

To find out more, or obtain a free security survey, get in touch by calling 0113 228 8599 or email quote@firsteye.co.uk