As a property manager, you’re responsible for keeping your residents and employees safe. Installing a security system for apartment buildings is one way to do so. Apartment buildings with visible security cameras are 300% less likely to undergo break-in attempts than properties without surveillance. How do you find the best security system and the right installer? First, determine which goals you hope to accomplish with your security system. Then, you should analyze your complex’s budget to determine how much the system should cost. Lastly, you should find a qualified system installer with multi-family unit experience.
The Best Security System For Apartment Buildings
There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to apartment security, so finding a security installer who can create a custom security plan to meet your needs is crucial. Access control systems are a popular offering for apartment complexes — these systems allow you to control who’s allowed on the property. If you have a gated community, you’ll benefit from an access control system that effectively allows visitors in. It can also save you money on security guards, whose expenses can quickly add up. Even if your apartment complex isn’t gated, you can still utilize access control inside buildings.
Access control systems typically work by having residents use a numbered keypad, physical keycard, barcode sticker, or biometric scanner to gain access to the property. You can also use an intercom/telephone entry system to give visitors and delivery drivers an easy way to call the resident they’re trying to reach. From there, the resident can remotely grant access to the property from their cell phone. Security cameras are one of the most popular options for apartments because of how well they deter crime. When potential perpetrators spot a security camera, they’re more likely to abandon their plan to burglarize or vandalize your property.
Finding The Right Installer
Integrated Security Consultants specializes in multi-family security systems, and we prioritize Integrity, Customer Service, and Solutions. Our team proudly installs and maintains systems in Tampa Bay and surrounding areas and for select clients nationwide, and we’ll gladly work with you to design a custom security plan personalized to your unique requirements. Contact us online or call 813-254-0033 to schedule a free consultation today.