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Frequently Asked Questions About Home Security Systems – Are They Needed and What Can They Provide For You?

How necessary is a home security system?

To know precisely how necessary a home security system is for you, you first need to know the likelihood of a break-in. Unfortunately this isn’t an easy question to answer. Even the safest of areas, with low-crime rates, do experience home break-ins and you cannot ever guarantee that one won’t happen to you. Security systems have been shown to reduce the impact a break-in can have on you and your family. First of all, potential intruders will see your security system and may decide to move elsewhere, believing it too risky. A security system doesn’t always prevent the intruder from entering your property however, but they do reduce the amount of time an intruder spends in your property, reducing the damage done and the items stolen.

Does it cost me anything to get an assessment of my property?

No, we provide a confidential service where we visit your premises to assess your requirements – free of charge. Once the assessment is finished we will design the security system, tailored for you, and then priced for you.

What sort of intruder alarm systems do you offer?

We can offer you two different intruder alarm systems. The first is a siren and flashing bell-box system that we generally install in low-risk premises; this system provides only a local response but can be fitted with a speech dialler which will dial preset phone numbers to alert of activations. We also provide a monitored detection system linked to our Alarm Receiving Centre; activations from this system are monitored 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and will generate either a Keyholder or Police response to the intrusion. Read more about our intruder and fire alarms.

How can I get in touch with you?

You can find our contact details here .

Broadsword Security Services is one of the latest group of successful companies to join a leading edge scheme, designed to help industry improve its safety record.

The Oxfordshire based firm recently received accreditation from SAFEcontractor, a programme which recognises very high standards of health and safety practise amongst UK contractors.

Employing 25 people, Broadsword Security Services is principally involved in the Installation and Maintenance of Burglar Alarms, Fire Systems, CCTV, Access Control and Electric gates.

The company’s application for SAFEcontractor accreditation was driven by the need for a uniform standard across the business.

SAFEcontractor accreditation is expected to enhance the company’s ability to attract new contracts and its commitment to safety will be viewed positively by its insurers when the company liability policy is up for renewal.

SAFEcontractor is applicable to most sectors although it is particularly relevant to food manufacture, property, facilities management, retail and leisure sectors, all of which are big users of contract services.

John Kinge, Head of Risk at SAFEcontractor said, “Major organisations can no longer run the risk of employing contractors who are not able to prove that they have sound health and safety policies”.

“More companies need to understand the importance of adopting good risk management in the way that Broadsword Security Services has done. The firm’s high standard has set an example, which hopefully will be followed by other companies within the sector”.

Under the SAFEcontractor system, businesses undergo a vetting process, which examines health and safety procedures and their track record for safe practice. Those companies meeting the high standard are included on a database, which is accessible to registered users only via a website, www.safecontractor.com

Employer-organisations who sign up to the scheme can access the database, enabling them to vet potential contractors before they even set foot on site. These employers agree that, as users of the scheme, they will engage only those who have received accreditation.

Over one hundred and fifty major nation-wide businesses, from several key sectors, have signed up to use the scheme when selecting contractors for services such as building, cleaning, maintenance, refurbishment or electrical and mechanical work.

Broadsword Security Services specialise in the design, supply, installation and maintenance of burglar alarms and all types of full security systems for Oxford and the surrounding areas. We offer a comprehensive range of security systems including intruder alarms, CCTV systems, access control systems and security grilles. We also design and install fire alarms and automatic gates & barriers.

With our experience we can design and install the ideal security or fire alarm system for our clients using the highest quality equipment from the leading manufacturers. We start with a visit to the premises to assess the requirements, then we will design a system to meet the exact specifications for the client and insurers and then price it up. Then we will install the new system and make sure it meets the latest British and European standards before handing it over to the client.

Not only do we install new systems but we can also take over existing systems to ensure they are functioning correctly, making any adjustments if needed.

If you would like more information regarding any of the services we offer then either call us on 01608 641 670 or send us an email using the contact form and a member of staff will be more than happy to help.