Fox Valley Security Systems

We recognize that no one wants to think that their family may not be safe in their own home because criminal activity in the area. Even if your neighborhood hasn’t had much in the way of crime yet, you’ll get extra peace of mind knowing that our security center is monitoring your home.

Burglars need to gain entry quickly to avoid detection. If you home has double locks on the doors, it will make it much more difficult for a burglar and potentially expose them to neighbors and passing traffic.

The types of features and functions you’ll need for your security system will vary greatly according to the type of business that’s being protected. For instance, a jewelry store is going to have significantly different needs than an office environment.

Some of the main purposes of video surveillance or closed-circuit television (CCTV) are to create a record of events and incidents and act as a deterrent to intruders, internal theft, and vandalism.

Some industries, such as electronics manufacture, require strong security systems to help control inventory. Closed-circuit cameras, metal detectors, and other devices can be combined to make sure product stays where it belongs, keeping costs under control.

According to research, 90 percent of police officials believe that security systems are effective at deterring burglary attempts.

Do you worry about access to your company for visitors or contractors working on temporary projects? With an access control system, you can easily add access to whomever you want and then take that access away at any point in time.

If you’ve recently bought a home with an older security system installed, it’s a good idea to call out a professional to ensure it’s in good repair. Once alarm systems reach five years old, they can start to have more issues, such as dead internal batteries.

Did you know that investing in a monitored security system can lower your homeowners’ insurance premiums? The less of a “risk” your home poses to your insurance company, the lower your rates are likely to be.

Many communities have laws in place that charge a homeowner or business owner for a false security alarm. However, it is possible to get an alarm that includes a monitoring service. Even after an alarm is tripped, you will be called with the opportunity to offer a special password or code so that police are not called.

Advanced immobilizing car alarms can do more than just shut down your vehicle. These systems can be armed or disarmed by a computer, phone or text message, and can lock and unlock doors, shut down the electronic system or turn off the engine.

Good security systems are cost savers on several fronts. Besides the protection from theft or break-ins that they offer, they also reduce human resources expenses, as fewer security personnel are needed to protect your building and property.