Residential and commercial security is a preventative measure that can save you a lot of money, stress, hassle as well as possible personal harm. Advanced Private Investigator & Security of Miami, FL has prepared this guide to assist you in figuring out the best ways to keep your home or business, and the people who live or work there, protected.
Hire a Security Guard
A security guard is a live person paid to patrol and protect people and property to ensure they are kept safe and secure. They are either uniformed or undercover personnel and armed or unarmed officers who protect individuals and property by maintaining high visibility in the particular area of assignment. Just the presence of a security guard significantly lowers your risk of personal harm as well as break-ins and thefts. They are there to deter inappropriate actions by observing, taking action and reporting any incidents to their clients and/or the appropriate authorities. In short, security guards provide the peace of mind that comes with a watchful eye and a quick, appropriate response to security issues. Advanced Private Investigator & Security of Miami, FL asks our security guards to detect, deter, observe and report crimes or other incidents. They follow a checklist of features to look for, to make sure that our clients and their property is as safe as possible. If there is a problem or reason for alarm, our guards can take immediate action to minimize any damages and harm. Aside from basic deterrence of crimes, they are also trained to perform special tasks such as crowd control, operate emergency equipment and write detailed reports. The duties of our security guards differ depending on their area of assignment and the client they are working for. For example, we offer integrated security options and cater specifically to the need for personal protection bodyguards, doormen and sound or event security specialists etc.
Take Advantage of Lighting
Interior and exterior lighting offers additional protection for your biggest investments. Burglars and intruders tend to favor dark areas. You should always keep all entryways lit to make your property as visible and therefore unattractive to potential intruders as possible. The use of floodlights as well as motion detectors and sensors on other areas of your property that light up when someone approaches is also a great idea. The combination of a security guard and adequate lighting can significantly decrease your risk of dealing with an unexpected security breach.
CCTV Video Surveillance & Camera Systems
CCTV Video surveillance and camera systems also offer a number of important security benefits for your home or business. Like a security guard, just the presence of video cameras can deter some potential intruders, burglars or vandals. If someone does damage your property, you have visual evidence that you can give to the police. In the commercial setting, video surveillance also makes it safer for employees to walk through parking lots and into the building. It can record instances of abuse, violence or other incidents that happen on the property.
Track who has Access to your Property
The more people who have access to your property, the more vulnerable it is. You should limit the amount of keys that you give out and keep detailed records of who has access. It is wise to invest in keys that say “Do not duplicate” so that no-one can make a copy without your permission. Make sure the locks on all the doors, windows, and filing cabinets are working well. Be diligent about locking them when not in use to limit access points for a potential intruder. Do not hide spare keys in obvious places like under a doormat or in a planter. Try to leave an interior light on when you no-one is present in your home or business to make it look like someone is there.
Background Screening
Adequate background research is imperative, whether it’s an employee background check or tenant screening. It’s wise to know exactly the history of the nanny you are hiring to watch your kids or the employee to handle everything from your petty cash to your sensitive business information.
If you are ready to optimize your home or business security, Advanced Private Investigator & Security of Miami, FL can help. We know that protecting assets is extremely important, which makes the market for security guards competitive. We appreciate your consideration in hiring Advanced Private Investigator & Security of Miami, FL. We provide some of the best security services in the Greater Miami and South Florida area to make you and your property as safe as possible. To learn more about our services or to request a quote, contact Advanced Private Investigator & Security of Miami, FL today.
