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    Since 1964, Sonitrol Security has been the trusted name for providing home and business security systems in North America, with a combination of human know-how and the latest technology. Our system is so sophisticated that we often catch criminals before they gain entry to our customers' facilities.
    Delaware (302) 652-3060
    Outside Delaware (877) 652-3060
    Our Address 802 First State Blvd, Wilmington, DE 19804
    NJ Address 60 West Mill St, Pedricktown, NJ 08067

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    Evaluate Your Commercial Business Security

    Commercial security risks can come from a variety of threats. It is imperative you do not make your business a target for crafty criminals. Some aspects of security are self-evident and often small business owners try to address their building security by piecing together off the shelf products. This is not an effective approach to secure your building, assets or employees. It could be highly risky and leave you vulnerable. Security is not just about technology but also how technology is used to protect a location, how it is integrated, where it is implemented, and how it is operated.  With decades of expertise, we have created a series of questions to ask yourself to help identify the security risks for your business. Answering yes to one or more of these security questions highlights that your business could be vulnerable to threats and that you should address security proactively before anything happens. These questions are by no...

    Access Control Systems and How They Play A Vital Role In Security

    Since 10-25% of all police calls involve an alarm activation, you can be assured that they will trigger in the event of a twilight break in. But what if you need daytime security solutions? When choosing between commercial security companies, make sure to ask about their advanced access control systems and solutions. If you value the safety of your inventory and want to overcome the risks involved with theft in your business, access control systems can give you the peace of mind you deserve.  What is access control? An access control system is a sophisticated solution to potential security threats. It allows the owner of a business to control who has access to a building, a department, and even certain rooms. Here are some of the features of access control systems: The ability to know who accessed a room and when they did so. Trust is important in any working relationship, but...

    Questions To Ask Yourself About Your Business Security Needs

    One of the most important things responsible business owners can do is install business security systems to keep the product and employees safe. The problem for some business owners is that choosing a security system can be difficult. The commercial security system your company chooses to employ will depend on many different things. Certain industries will benefit more from one type of security system more than others. As one of the best alarm companies in Philadelphia PA, we can help you find the right solution for your business security needs.  What does your business do? This is the first question to keep in mind when choosing a security system. If you own a small shop in a small town, you might not need all that much, except for perhaps a lock and a simple alarm system. If you own a successful chain shopping center, you'll likely want a more sophisticated lock, alarm, and surveillance...

    Sonitrol Security of Delaware Valley Celebrates Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

    The Sonitrol team spent the day on Tuesday, January 9, 2018 visiting area police departments to celebrate Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. Concerns for Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.) and other partnering organizations, have created this very special day dedicated to recognizing the law enforcement community and thanking them for the sacrifices they make every day while protecting our communities. National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (L.E.A.D.) is celebrated each year on January 9 and Sonitrol Security is a proud supporter of the nationwide effort. For more than 50 years, Sonitrol Security and law enforcement agencies have had a deep connection and partnership.  Sonitrol Security prides itself in being the leader in verified electronic security which significantly increases the safety and efficiency of officers responding to alarm calls, resulting in more than 175,000 documented apprehensions since 1977. To show support, the Sonitrol Security of Delaware Valley team visited local police departments in Philadelphia, Delaware and Southern New Jersey...

    The 4 Best Alarms To Keep Your Business Theft Free This Holiday Season

    Did you know that in the last two weeks of December there are more break-ins than at any other time of the year? Preparing your home or business for this holiday season is important, especially with all the gifts stashed in your house or extra inventory you've stocked for the holiday season. Here are some steps you can take to improve your home or business security and ease your mind over the holiday season.  Alarm Systems If you live in a home with simple locks and no alarm system, you are a big target for petty thieves. A determined burglar will be able to pick your lock with ease, but if they notice that you have an alarm system installed, they might not try to break in at all. If they do attempt to enter your home, your alarm will sound. This will instantly alert you and law enforcement so that...

    Reducing Inventory Shrink With Security Systems

    As a business owner, one of the most important things you can do is ensure the safety of your product and reduce shrinkage. According to The Global Retail Theft Barometer, as published by the Center for Retail Research, North American retailers lose roughly $45 billion in inventory from shrinkage every year. Although it might not be realistic to reduce this number to $0 every year, the commercial security system Philadelphia uses has high hope toward preventing your business from being part of this statistic.  Inventory shrink is more complicated than simple theft, although theft is included. Shrinkage includes customer theft, employee theft, breakage, returns, and lost product. The largest two contributors to this statistics, though, are employee theft and customer shoplifting. So how do you prevent this? Security cameras are a basic starting point. Having eyes on your store at all times is the first step toward catching thieves in action.  Swipe...

    Prepare Your Home for Holiday Travel

    10 Things to Do Before Your Holiday Trip Before your flight or road trip, use this checklist to get your house ready.  Visiting family? Taking a tropical vacation? Holiday travel time is here – and there’s plenty to remember to do before you leave home.  Before you head out the door, here’s a checklist: Don’t post on social media Avoid publicly sharing your plans before you go and announcing to the world that your house is empty. You can post all of your photos when you’re back.  Keep an eye on your home Set up a security camera so you can see what’s happening at all hours. Set your thermostat If you have an older programmable thermostat, it is suggested you set your temperature to between 62 and 65 degrees while you’re away to save energy. With a Wi-Fi enabled thermostat, you’ll be able turn it back up to your desired temperature from your smartphone before you get home.  Make...

    Security Camera Assistance: 4 Aspects of Commercial Surveillance to Consider

    Commercial surveillance systems are an essential part of running a modern day business. If you have any kind of physical location, and you don’t have high quality alarm systems or video surveillance cameras around your building, your entire business is in jeopardy.  It's estimated that nearly 67% of all commercial burglaries can be avoided and prevented by the installation of video surveillance systems.  In order to keep your staff, your equipment, your inventory, your cash, and your entire building safe, make sure that you are using modern surveillance systems. It’s just as important, however, that you use these security cameras properly. If you've never worked with commercial security technology before, here are some important aspects of commercial surveillance systems that you should consider.  Camera Height You have to take into account how tall your building is before you place any cameras around your property. If you have a very tall building, placing a camera on the...

    How To Keep Your Hospitality Business Protected At All Times

    One of the most important aspects of owning a hospitality business is protecting it. Not only do you have to contend with the 24/7 demands of running your property, but by definition, you also have a diverse crowd of strangers coming through your door every day. That's why it's so important to prevent burglaries and other criminal activities before they actually happen. Because a single bad review can affect your hospitality business's reputation for years to come, here are some tips that can help you protect your business from burglaries, break-ins, and worse.  Have high quality alarm systems installed Most business security systems have a built-in delay that waits a predetermined amount of time before contacting the monitoring company. The delay time typically ranges from 30 seconds to three minutes, but you should be able to find audio-based intrusion detection systems that alert monitoring companies right away. At the very least, your audio-based intrusion...

    Starting a New Business? Focus On These 4 Important Decisions

    If you’ve been constantly battling back and forth between starting a new business or not, it’s time to make your decision. It’s time to go for it! Hopefully you at least have an idea of what product you’re going to sell or service you’re going to offer. But there are a bunch of essential aspects of starting a business that will require you to spend some serious time and energy on.  Finding a physical location You’re going to need an actual office space to handle the majority of your company’s needs. No matter what industry you’re going to be working in, even if it’s primarily an online market, you’ll still need a physical location to get your work done. Make sure that you browse plenty of potential options before you make a final decision.  Hiring the right number of employees You’re going to need some help during the first few months of your new...