Unfortunately, many business owners fail to take security seriously and we’re often asked to install an alarm or CCTV at a business premises which has recently been broken into. Business security doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated to be effective, and in this blog post we’ll give you a few simple ideas for improving the security of your business.

Cost-effective security alarms

Yes, installing a security alarm does cost money, but when you weigh up the cost of this compared to the expense, upheaval and stress of dealing with a break in, an alarm is a very worthwhile long-term investment.

At FirstEye we install business and commercial security alarms to suit all budgets and requirements. We have over 22 years of experience in planning and installing security alarms for businesses of all shapes and sizes; from small office premises and shops, through to farms, warehouses and industrial sites.

We can help you choose the best security alarm for your business, whether this is a wireless alarm integrated into a CCTV system, or a simple bell-only alarm. Then, once your alarm has been installed, we can also provide budget-friendly annual servicing to ensure your system continues to provide reliable around the clock protection.

Security lighting

Security lighting is a simple and cost-effective way to give your business premises additional protection. By illuminating dark and poorly lit areas with bright light, you’ll prevent burglars from having a place in which to hide undetected. The security lighting we install is low energy, with options to suit all requirements and premises. In addition, there are now security lighting systems available which can be integrated into other types of security, such as an alarm system or CCTV.

Access control

Last and by no means least, installing an access control system is ideal for controlling who has access to your premises, or particular areas of your premises. For example, an access control system can be installed to give additional protection to a reception area, stock room, data centre or loading bay. Access control systems are simple to install, with staff entry access provided in a range of ways such as an access card, key code or finger print recognition.

Get in touch with FirstEye for security installations in Leeds

Business security doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Why not get in touch to discuss your requirements and obtain a free, no-obligation quote?

Here at FirstEye we have many years of experience in providing business in Leeds with a wide range of highly effective security solutions. We understand that not everyone has the big budgets needed to afford the latest high-tech security systems and with this in mind, we offer solutions to suit all budgets.

We also understand that the security requirements of different businesses can vary hugely as an office-based business is unlikely to need as much protection as a shop full of expensive stock, or factory used to house valuable equipment, for example. Security is important for all businesses – regardless of what they do – and we work closely with business owners to find a system that’s just right for them.

Business security planning

Many business owners fail to think about security on a regular basis, having no idea if they are adequately protected. Whilst a ‘head in the sand’ approach might work the majority of the time, it can prove extremely expensive and stressful if the worst happens and your suffer a break in. Taking an inventory of your existing security systems is a great way to begin and spending a little time checking your alarm is a good place to start. Here are a few things you might like to think about:

• Does your business have a reception area? Is it protected by CCTV?

• Is your business in a remote area?

• Is your business protected by an alarm, and if it is, when was the last time it was serviced?

• Do you store sensitive information such as financial records?

• Does your business have a car park and is it protected from unauthorised vehicles?

Thinking about the security of your business is a good way to identify any areas which are vulnerable and would benefit from extra protection. Reception areas, for example, can really benefit from the protection offered by CCTV, whilst an access control system is a cost-effective way to control who has access to your business premises.

Car parks often benefit from the enhanced security provided by barriers, whilst security lighting offers a way to help staff feel more secure and deter potential intruders. Last and by no means least, ensuring your security alarm is in good working order, or installing an alarm if you don’t already have one is an unbeatable way to increase the security of your business.

The reality is that running your own business never means leaving it truly unattended; however, there will, of course, be ‘out-of-hours’ times when your premises are closed. With this in mind, it’s important to make sure your business premises have adequate security protection around the clock, enabling you to leave it unattended and relax in the knowledge that everything is safe and secure. Here at FirstEye we offer a wide range of cost-effective security solutions for business of all shapes and sizes, with budgets to suit all requirements. In this blog, we’ll provide a few snippets of advice on the most effective ways to safeguard your business 27/7.

Security installations for businesses in Leeds

As a bare minimum, your business premises should be protected by a reliable, monitored security alarm system. A wide range of affordable security alarms for businesses are now available, including wireless options. Furthermore, monitoring is available either through a monitoring service, or via an app installed on your smartphone. It’s worth bearing in mind that the sight of just the alarm bell box alone is usually sufficient to deter even the most determined of thieves, whilst installing a monitored alarm provides an excellent way to provide yourself with reassurance that all is well. Last and by no means least, for many businesses, ensuring a working security alarm is operational is an essential requirement of an insurance policy. We have many years of experience in installing alarms for businesses in Leeds and surrounding areas of West Yorkshire and will use our expertise to help you choose an alarm which suits your budget and requirements.

Increasing numbers of businesses are now utilising CCTV to provide their premises with enhanced security protection. Not only do CCTV cameras help to safeguard against theft or vandalism carried out by external threats, but they also provide an effective deterrent against theft carried out by staff, harassment or false insurance claims. Whether you’re looking for an  external/internal CCTV system to protect a multi-site premises, or want to install a single camera to protect the entrance to your business, we’d be delighted to help.

Last and by least, we also install range of additional security systems including access control, security bollards and car park barriers, electric gates and more. If you would like to find out more, or obtain a free, no-obligation quote, please get in touch to speak to one of our team.

 

 

 

The home owners and business customers we work with often ask whether it would be best for them to have a CCTV system or a burglar alarm. It’s difficult to give a definitive answer to this question as unfortunately, a one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work! A number of factors need to be taken into consideration to help you decide whether or not CCTV is best for you, including:

• Is CCTV going to provide you with the most cost-effective solution to protecting your home or business premises?

• Is regular maintenance going to be possible to ensure that the CCTV system continues to provide effective protection?

• Is the best option to simply install a security alarm AND CCTV system?

Whilst CCTV cameras act as highly effective deterrent, without the benefit of remote monitoring, camera footage can only be used retrospectively as evidence. Although the sight of CCTV cameras is usually enough to put off the majority of thieves, there will always be some who simply aren’t phased. With this in mind, remote monitoring is the most effective solution and can help you save money on other crime prevention measures.

Remotely monitored CCTV will alert you as an incident happens as those monitoring the system will contact you or the emergency services. Clearly this offers a much better opportunity to catch thieves whilst they’re committing a crime, and footage only needs to be used once the offence has occurred. In the majority of cases though a remotely monitored CCTV system is usually sufficient to stop intruders in their tracks.

Monitored burglar alarm systems

Burglar alarm systems are also more effective when they’re monitored as unlike bell only systems, depending on the type of monitoring you choose, either yourself, an emergency contact or the police will be informed in the event of a break in. Monitored alarms are more efficient than bell only systems as when the alarm is activated, the professionals who monitor the system will asses the risk to security. A well-designed and professionally installed burglar alarm offers real benefits to home and business owners alike, providing you with protection and peace of mind, regardless of where you are.

Here at FirstEye we work with businesses of all shapes and sizes across Leeds and surrounding areas. From offices and shops, through to warehouses, industrial sites and farms, we provide a wide range of cost-effective security solutions designed to suit all businesses. Unfortunately we’re often called out by businesses who have just been burgled and who want to install a security system to provide them with protection going forward. Whilst hindsight is a wonderful thing, situations like this offer a timely reminder that it’s always better to ensure your business has the security protection it needs from the outset, rather than waiting until the worst happens and you’re broken into.

With this in mind, it’s important to make sure that you at least have the security basics in place. Installing a security alarm is the best place to start for a number of reasons, including:

• security alarms are proven to provide a highly effective deterrent as the sight of the bell box alone is usually sufficient to deter all but the most determined of thieves
• the latest wireless security alarms are designed to be set, un-set and monitored using a smartphone app, offering a convenient way to ensure your business is protected 24/7
• wireless alarm systems can be designed and installed to suit all types of business premises, including multi-site premises such as industrial units, farms or manufacturing facilities
• for comprehensive protection, intruder alarm systems can be integrated with additional security solutions such as CCTV or access control
• we install high quality security alarms with options to suit all budgets and requirements

Get in touch with FirstEye security installations Leeds

Don’t wait until your business has been burgled before installing the security you need. Here at FirstEye we have the expertise to install reliable and cost-effective security solutions to suit your budget and requirements. Why not get in touch to arrange for your free security survey and quote?