So you’ve decided to invest in a business security system. This is one of the most intelligent decisions you can make for your company or organization, and you should be proud of yourself. However, a security system is only so effective on its own. While a visible security alarm can deter potential criminals, you should include monitoring services to get the full benefit of your system. What are monitoring services, and how can they help you? In this post, we’ll learn more about monitoring and how it can help prevent crime. Integrated Security Consultants offers monitoring services with every security system that we install.
What Is Alarm Monitoring?
A loud alarm will sound when your security alarm is triggered — usually when someone enters or leaves a building through a door, window, or other exit. The alarm will transmit an alert to the central monitoring station, and you’ll receive a call from an agent to determine whether the alarm is a legitimate emergency or a false alarm. From there, the monitoring team will dispatch law enforcement officers to the scene if needed. You will likely pay extra for monitoring services, but they are worth the cost for the peace of mind.
The Perils of Self-Monitoring
You may wonder, “Can I just do that myself?” While the answer is technically yes, it’s not advisable for several reasons. The first is time. A monitoring agent will make quick judgment calls within seconds of a triggered alarm to determine the best way to move forward. If you’re self-monitoring, an alarm may sound when you’re sleeping or away from your device, and you’ll lose precious minutes that could’ve helped catch a potential perpetrator.
Self-monitoring an alarm also introduces added stress. When you utilize outside alarm monitoring services, you can rest assured that your property is protected, even if you aren’t immediately available. This differs from self-monitoring, which requires constantly engaging with your phone or computer.
Integrated Security Consultants offers monitoring services for alarm systems of all sizes. We are an electronic security firm specializing in solutions for enterprise-level organizations based in the Tampa Bay area. Our company proudly serves select clients statewide and nationwide. Interested in learning more? Call us at 813-254-0033 or contact us online.