Selecting the Right Burglar and Fire Alarm Services

1. NEW BRANCH: 3513 nw 82nd Avenue, Doral, FL 33190 6250 Canoga Ave, Unit 414 Woodland Hills, CA, 91367 www.pogosecurity.com Selecting the Right Burglar and Fire Alarm Services More and more people in Florida are thinking about installing Burglar and Fire Alarm Services for their home, and it’s normal to have some questions before having the initiative to schedule a consultation. To help provide some information on the matter, we at POGO Security are here to break down some of the details on this powerful technology. How do I choose the right Alarm System? There are many ways to protect your home – a security plan that includes escape routes, locks, gates, fences, and security systems work in conjunction to send a message to criminals that your home is a tough fortress to crack. Perhaps the burglar alarm system is the most advanced of these technologies. To choose the right burglar and fire alarm system, you need to determine your needs and budget. The best way to do this is to book a consultation with us. We offer customized installation to make sure the state-of-the-art technology is a fit for your family. On a recent visit to install burglar alarm systems in Miami Lakes, we realized that many people do not know is that alarm types generally come in one of four grades. One indicates a simpler alarm for low- risk properties and four represents the most sophisticated burglar alarm systems. The latest in technology can prevent tampering and hacking. How does the alarm system work? The burglar alarm system works in two forms. Audible alarms work like this: If your home is entered when it secured by the burglar alarm system, lights and noisy sounds alert the intruder that the system is armed. That may be enough to frighten the intruder. The remote signaling system works another way: the burglar alarm system notifies the local authorities that your home has been entered by someone who does not know how to disarm the system. This level of security ensures that if someone does enter your home, he may be more easily apprehend by the police. Your consultation expert will make sure this option works within the protocol of the local police. Does a burglar alarm system notify the fire department of fire on the premises?

2. NEW BRANCH: 3513 nw 82nd Avenue, Doral, FL 33190 6250 Canoga Ave, Unit 414 Woodland Hills, CA, 91367 www.pogosecurity.com Yes, alarm systems can be integrated with fire alarms on a home property. Special smoke and fire detectors can be connected to the home burglar alarm system for fire protection. The photoelectric and heat detectors not only alert the house’s occupants of emergency but also notify the local fire protection district as well. Burns are known to be a leading cause of fatal home injury in the United States. Do not leave your home and family unprotected. When is the right time to install a burglar alarm system? The right time is now! These systems deter criminals and add protection for your family and property. If you are ready to explore your options, get in touch with us today. We are offer speedy and friendly service across when it comes to burglar alarm systems in Florida. We’re here to help!

3. NEW BRANCH: 3513 nw 82nd Avenue, Doral, FL 33190 6250 Canoga Ave, Unit 414 Woodland Hills, CA, 91367 www.pogosecurity.com CCTV Systems: A Top Choice for your Risk Management plan in Retail, Security, and Logistics Savvy business leaders and entrepreneurs know a fundamental rule of business today: Always reduce risk. For various industries, this idea takes on different forms. Often, it means monitoring your premises in the case of employee theft, customer theft, criminal activity when the store is closed, and surveillance of operations. Anything can be caught on camera. Flordia companies have used video footage to prove an employee is stealing, to submit to police authorities when theft or vandalism occurs, and to verify stories in the case of unexpected incidents like fire, extreme weather, or accidents. This footage can be valuable for the employer – evidence for HR, police, and legal investigations. Yet, some companies hesitate to make the investment in CCTV. Because we know security, we are here to educate. CCTV stands for closed circuit television. The system works by connecting security cameras to software that record what is happening on your property in real time. The software saves the footage for a specified amount of time. Whereas most people are familiar with the security camera systems of yesteryear that are big, clunky, obvious, black and white, fuzzy, and on cassette tape, business owners should realize that new digital options provide a wider variety of options. Many of these digital security camera packages now offer more features for a lower price than in the past. Digital security camera packages come in different shapes, sizes, and prices. Package options offer a variety of choices for businesses, so your team can select the package that makes the most sense for your property. CCTV security camera recording offers cameras that can be fixed on one location or offer some mobility, up to 360 degrees. Some cameras can track movement or record in the dark. The features you need are easily accessible through modern technology. Traditional analog security CCTV systems are available as well – making a great choice for certain businesses or those in need of repair or expansion. In digital CCTV systems, there are different choices in pixel quality, light quality, and distance. You can install one or two cameras on a main entrance and cash register or install cameras throughout your entire facility. Business owners can also choose packages with various documenting capacities, meaning the amount of recorded footage differs per user needs. The possibilities are endless.

4. NEW BRANCH: 3513 nw 82nd Avenue, Doral, FL 33190 6250 Canoga Ave, Unit 414 Woodland Hills, CA, 91367 www.pogosecurity.com We often have business owners who see the benefits of CCTV security systems and ask if these products are available for home installation, and the answer is yes! We are happy to provide home security services featuring CCTV as well. These packages come with the homeowner in mind, but we have done commercial installations on residential properties as well. This has been a popular request in Key Biscayne, Golden Beach, and Pinecrest as of late. POGO Security offers consultation to help you choose a CCTV security system that works for you. Be your desire wireless or tradition, zero lux or not, fixed or 360 view point, our team at POGO Security is ready to help.

5. NEW BRANCH: 3513 nw 82nd Avenue, Doral, FL 33190 6250 Canoga Ave, Unit 414 Woodland Hills, CA, 91367 www.pogosecurity.com Home Automation Systems Aren’t Just for Homes Anymore: It’s Great for All Types of Properties With the popularity of home automation products in houses across America, customers have been inquiring about full package installations and upgrades to their current systems – and not just for homes! We have installed what some consider to be home automation packages in commercial buildings and in restaurants and hotels. We encourage our customers to bring the comforts of home automation to any place they think it can benefit people. Home Automation today includes many technologies. Popular in Florida is the state-of-the-art home theatre system. This system connects a video feature like a large screen television or projector to a custom sound system, one that can even be built into your space seamlessly. The speakers are inconspicuously placed so that nobody even notices they’re there. Other home automation installations include automatic shades, sound systems, and lighting systems. The creative business leader can imagine uses for these products outside the home. POGO security offers customized security and home automation installation solutions as well. For commercial properties like schools, hospitals, office buildings, retail stores, warehouses, recreation centers, hotels, and restaurants, home theatre installations can provide entertainment or access to professional tools for audio and visual display. Instead of watching old movies on a Saturday night, you may need hardware suited for an academic or business presentation. Our equipment is perfect for classrooms and conference rooms. In hospitality in particular, we are familiar with the needs of automated lighting and shades. Automated lighting and shades provide security and privacy – they reveal and hide our locations based on our activities and schedules. Many who have this product installed realize that there is an impact on their energy use as well. Automatic shades and lighting can help control the building’s energy usage. Another form automation exists to help on this front: HVAC automation. Instead of manually adjusting heating, air conditioning and ventilation, maintenance teams can set the systems to work automatically. This means the air temperatures can be kept at different levels throughout the day depending on usage needs: What is the weather like? How many people are in the space? This can be extremely helpful in reducing energy costs in Florida where we spend a lot of resources cooling commercial spaces as much as our homes.

6. NEW BRANCH: 3513 nw 82nd Avenue, Doral, FL 33190 6250 Canoga Ave, Unit 414 Woodland Hills, CA, 91367 www.pogosecurity.com When it comes to homeautomation, residential and commercial grade products are available. We encourage you to keep in mind “comfort” and “convenience” while planning to install automated home services. Many companies consider these installations when reevaluating their security systems needs as well. POGO security’s team of consultants knows the market and its technology well, and we’re ready to help you find the right equipment for your needs.

7. NEW BRANCH: 3513 nw 82nd Avenue, Doral, FL 33190 6250 Canoga Ave, Unit 414 Woodland Hills, CA, 91367 www.pogosecurity.com Access Control: Gain a Better Sense of What’s Happening on Your Property, Be it Home or Business Many customers get in touch with the POGO Security team unsure exactly of what they need or want. That is definitely understandable because the range of security and home automation products available to the Florida market is expansive and somewhat overwhelming to those outside of the industry. Luckily, our expert team at POGO Security is trained in the industry standards and know the available product backwards and forwards. As part of commitment to creating safer communities, we enjoy educating consumers about their rights, options, and choices when it comes to security system installation in Florida. We often start with the question of “access control.” What is access control? This important security concept names the idea of monitoring who has access to your home, building, or property. An obvious component of access is control is locks and keys – yet, this age-old tool isn’t foolproof. Keys get lost or stolen over time, leaving your property vulnerable to additional security risks. Rather than depend on keys which may require new sets or replacement over time, we encourage clients to consider electronic access control which is more convenient and efficient in protecting your property and assets. You may know this technology in the format of key fobs or magnetic ID cards that give electronic access to doors. If someone loses a “token,” the way to access the location, the item can be disabled so it no longer grants access either entirely or to the unique identifier. This is particularly useful in businesses that grant different levels of access to various employees. Each employee only is able to use his token to enter areas needed for the completion of his daily responsibilities. Another way to enter a secure location is via a PIN. PINs can be changed and updated at various points to offer a heightened level of security. Access Control Systems with pins or tokens can even be designed to offer a record of who entered a specific location at a given time. In the event of foul play, managers can review a listing of who entered a property and know when they did so. For example, if someone steals inventory, the access control system can inform you of who was perhaps last to enter or was present at that time. Many businesses, and even some homeowners, choose to pair electronic access control systems with CCTV security systems and automated lighting systems to gain full control of their premises’ security.

8. NEW BRANCH: 3513 nw 82nd Avenue, Doral, FL 33190 6250 Canoga Ave, Unit 414 Woodland Hills, CA, 91367 www.pogosecurity.com POGO Security knows that businesses of all sizes have different needs and budgets. We prioritize this understanding to assist business and homeowners find the equipment that works for them. Get in touch with us today so that our POGO Security team can assist in your reviewing the various product available in Florida. As a local company, we are experts in availability as well as local codes and laws, so you will be sure what you chose for your company is readily available and within industry and local standards.

9. NEW BRANCH: 3513 nw 82nd Avenue, Doral, FL 33190 6250 Canoga Ave, Unit 414 Woodland Hills, CA, 91367 www.pogosecurity.com Your Home and Business Can Be Wired Directly To 911 in the Case of a Fire or Police Emergency What many people don’t realize about burglar alarm services is that they aren’t just flashing lights and buzzers going off until people take notice. Whether for a home or business, residential or commercial, today’s newburglar alarm systems can be connected to fire districts and police departments, notifying the emergency service providers of an incident should one occur on your property. Burglar alarm systems generally come in two forms in Florida: Remote Signaling and Audible Alarms. Remote Signaling describes a type of product that sends a signal to a “Remote Location.” The most common locations are the fire station and the police department. If the alarm is triggered, indicating an unauthorized intruder has entered the home or business, then the system sends a signal to notify the local authorities. Some systems also notify the owner via phone, email, application, or text message. Authorities will be sent to the property to investigate if necessary. This increases the chances of criminals changing their mind about the crime once they know an alarm has sounded. In other cases, the police may arrive before the offenders finish committing the crime, adding a layer of security to your business. The second type of alarm system is known as an audible alarm. These are the more basic, traditional types of alarms that notify everyone within a short distance of its activation via a loud audio alarm and possibly flashing lights. Although it sounds like something out of Hollywood, for some circumstances, this type of alarm does the job. We recommend a combination of these efforts to better protect properties. Burglar alarm systems can use remote signaling to contact fire departments through a connection to smoke detectors. If a smoke detector is activated, the alarm will sound as would any other, notifying the building occupants of the danger of remaining inside the building. The added benefit of the alarm with a fire protection connection is that it also sends the signal to the fire department that something is happening at the alarm site, spurring the firemen into action as they arrive quickly to your exact location. An important note to make about remote signaling is that this option is subject to local availability. Not all departments or locations have the capacity, at this time, to host such alarm systems. The benefit of working with POGO security is that we are experts in our local community, and we will take the

10. NEW BRANCH: 3513 nw 82nd Avenue, Doral, FL 33190 6250 Canoga Ave, Unit 414 Woodland Hills, CA, 91367 www.pogosecurity.com necessary steps to connect your burglar alarm system to the police and fire departments if available. If not, we will help you find another burglar alarm system product that works for you and your budget. POGO Security is proud to be the expert you to need to make your home or business safer. Call us today to see what burglar system alarm options are available for your area.