subject: Security Systems: Protection Against Burglary [print this page] With crime rates steadily going up, many Tampa residents may feel uneasy about relying solely on the protection of the law. With continued technological advancements, there is no reason not to look into additional security. A tested and reliable security system is a great way to provide extra protection for you home or business.
Crimes such as burglary, trespassing, and vandalism are common everyday problems for residential or business districts. A surveillance camera might not prevent the crime itself, but it does post a warning for potential offenders. It also allows for faster and easier investigation in the events of crime. Don't take the chance of becoming a victim of burglary, which is often accompanied by violence. Protect your family with a home security system that will safeguard your valuables and the people you love. The premise is that when a potential burglar or trespasser sees the display tags on your windows and doors that you have an alarm and surveillance system 24 hours, they will most likely think twice.
Crime against property occurs on the average of 20 times a minute with an estimated $1,000 loss for each event. One has to remember that burglary is a crime of opportunity where entry is gained due to easy access through windows and doors. Single family homes are twice more likely to be burglarized than apartments. While receiving a lot of publicity when it happens, hotels and motels account for less than 3% of all burglaries. These figures should be your cue to take the initiative of installing a fully functioning security system for your homes or business. Provision Security is a company that provides security system solutions for the areas of Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Clearwater.
Here is a list of basic security measures for residential home and commercial buildings.
Alarms-alarm system is staple to home and commercial security systems. Alarm systems usually consist of a control panel, keypad, and a variety of sensors. Systems may be hardwired with wiring run from each sensor back to the control panel. You can choose wireless systems to avoid the cost and expense of running wiring through the walls. Current security systems provide wireless alarms that are small, dependable, and very affordable. Most homes and buildings in Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg have this kind of alarm system.
Surveillance system-a good surveillance system should comprise of strategically installed cameras for video surveillance. Surveillance cameras have come far and getting a high quality video system is now relatively easy and affordable. You can even choose to install a system with real-time monitoring by a center personnel. This would be very ideal for convenience stores and commercial buildings.
Access Control-entry and exit points are the exit of many burglars and trespassers so securing your home or building with a tight access control system should lessen the occurrence of crime. Anytime Fitness security, a large gym franchise has a state of the art access control system that has tailgating detectors and unique key cards so gym members and employees have exclusive access. The system also automatically logs-in the key card holder's name to a database so there is a record of everyone who comes in and out of the building. Access control systems are a basic need for commercial security systems such as Anytime Fitness.
Without a proper security system, your home or business is more likely to be broken into. Repair costs, time off work, and the cost of replacing items can total in the thousands of dollars. Additionally, many people will feel unsettled after a burglary, sometimes pushing them to move to a new home or building, losing valuable equity.
Contact Provision Security for quick and affordable installation of a complete security system for your home or business in Tampa, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg.
