If you have come to the conclusion that you have a need for a security or surveillance system in and around your business, but you do not want to do the dirty work yourself, you may be in the market for a security company. When you are considering someone to come into the business you have worked so hard to build and get the job done for you, you want to make sure you are getting the best. How do you know if you are hiring a reputable, quality security technician, though? Tracking down a company or contractor that is the right fit for your business security needs, who has the qualifications, can be a daunting task. To simplify this process for you, we compiled this nifty list of tips and tricks to ensure that your search for the perfect security system and installation team goes as smoothly as possible.
WHAT’S THE PROJECT?
In the world of security, there are technicians who do a variety of tasks, and there are technicians that specialize in certain aspects of security. Before you begin the search for the right company or technician, it’s important to know exactly what you want done. Are you wanting an automated system that you can monitor remotely? Are you wanting an all-inclusive security and surveillance system? Are you wanting to simply update your locks to a more convenient method of entry? Having a clear understanding of what you are looking to have done will help guide you towards a technician who has experience or specializes in that particular aspect of security.
WHAT ARE THE QUALIFICATIONS?
Whatever job you are looking to have completed, you should always thoroughly research your potential security company or tech to ensure they have all the necessary qualifications to get the job done, and to do it right.
LICENSE AND ACCREDITATION
When hiring any contractors to get a job done in your business, you should make sure that they hold a current license and insurance policy. Being licensed and accredited not only protects the security technician and/or their company, it also protects you as the business owner. There are many unpredictable circumstances that may arise, and it is best to make sure this protection is in place before work begins. You can also check common accreditor sites such as the Better Business Bureau, to validate the trustworthiness of companies before doing business with them.
GUARANTEE
A quality security technician will stand by their work and services they provide. Many reputable security companies offer an example of prior security projects to their customers, not only as a good faith to ensure that customers feel comfortable committing to getting work done by the company, but also as a show of pride in the quality of service provided. At ASAP, we boast confidence in our “Always Safe, Always Protected” promise.
EXPERIENCE
Another key aspect to look for in a security company is extensive experience. While knowing about various security systems is great, having the real-world experience implementing these systems that your technician will know how to handle any situation thrown their way. In your search for the perfect security solution, look for when the company was established, how long it has been around, examples of experience, and more. At ASAP, we have been in the business for over 31 years, are an authorized ADT Dealer and an authorized Brivo Dealer, so we can create custom solutions for your business and we use our experience to make sure we handle your security concerns perfectly.
Still not sure who is the right security company for you? Check out how we measure up with the guidelines we provided above. We’ve been your trusted Las Vegas security company for over 31 years. Every day we continue to delight businesses of our community with legendary “Always Safe, Always Protected” service that delivers amazingly high quality at surprisingly affordable prices. We’re a family owned and operated Las Vegas business, so we won’t risk the reputation of our livelihood by utilizing a less-than-ideal security solution that won’t last or solve your problem. Our technicians are all fully trained and licensed. You can feel at ease knowing you’re putting your safety and the security of your business in the hands of a real professional. Let us know what we can do for you!
