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Is your small business protected from the risk of crime?

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Security solutions for small businesses

If your business is small but perfectly formed, the chances are that you’ve invested an awful lot of your own time, energy and money into ensuring it’s a success. However, even though you’ve gone the extra mile to ensure your business gets off to a good start, it’s important to think about whether you’ve done everything you can to prevent criminals undermining all that hard work.

With this in mind, we thought we’d take a look at some of the ways small businesses can protect themselves from the risk of crime:

  • Take control of access: Being broken into is probably the biggest security concern for most small businesses. Replacing stolen stock, personal belongings and office equipment can easily add up to a huge bill. Making sure all windows are protected by robust locks is a good place to start, whilst you should also keep a careful record of who has keys. If yours is the type of business which doesn’t rely on customers walking in, an access control system can prove highly beneficial. A range of access control systems are available, with options to suit all budgets. Not only does access control provide you with increased security, managing keys becomes a thing of the past!
  • Make sure you’re visible: Security lighting offers a cost effective way to protect your business. The sight of security lights is often enough to deter criminals and will help to draw attention to your premises if a crime is taking place. It’s important to make sure that your security lights wont affect your neighbours though so it’s important to plan their locations carefully.
  • CCTV offers an unbeatable way to protect your business premises, with camera systems suitable for interior and exterior use. CCTV can be used to prevent and detect crime, whilst also providing valuable evidence should the worst happen. Small businesses often only need a couple of cameras and we’re happy to offer advice on the best system for you.
  • Monitored alarms: Monitored alarms help to deter intruders from attempting to enter a property and if a break in happens, will ensure the police are on the way. It is important that an alarm system is designed, installed and maintained by a specialist security company such as FirstEye and again we are always happy to provide our customers with advice.

Contact FirstEye to arrange for your free security survey

The best way to give yourself peace of mind that your business is protected from crime is to arrange for a free security survey from FirstEye. We work with businesses owners throughout Leeds and West Yorkshire, providing them with cost effective solutions, designed to protect their businesses from theft, intruders and fire.

To find out more, why not get in touch today?

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Protect your property with door and gate intercoms

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Door and gate intercoms installed in Leeds by FirstEye

Intercom systems offer an ideal way to control who has access to a property and because they are easy to use, are perfect for helping elderly or vulnerable householders feel safe and protected. There’s a misconception that door and gate intercoms are only used in large multi-occupancy buildings or business premises but this is not the case. Here at FirstEye we have the expertise to install systems to offer the level of protection you need at an affordable price.

Check who’s there without answering the door

The latest systems can be installed alongside cameras, designed to let you view who’s calling at your home and to check their ID before you allow them entry. Installing a system such as this offers a great way to give elderly and vulnerable people additional reassurance, enabling them to see who’s there without having to answer the door. In addition, there is now the option to install systems which operate using a portable touchscreen pad, designed to be operated from anywhere in the house and ideal for anyone with limited mobility.

Electric gates to control access to your property

Electric gates offer another highly effective way to control who has access to your property and can prove especially useful for properties in remote areas or with large front gardens. A range of systems can be used to remotely open and close electric gates, including remote fob and keypad entry. Cameras can also be installed by the gates to enable you to view who’d like to gain access.

Start securing your home – contact FirstEye today

Here at FirstEye we understand the importance of security for homeowners and we’ll work closely with you to design and install a system which meets your budget and requirements. We offer free quote and home security surveys so to find out more, why not get in touch today?

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Commercial property maintenance services

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Ensure your business looks professional with our commercial property maintenance services

We understand that running your own business can prove to be extremely time consuming – after all, we’re business owners ourselves! Our commercial property maintenance service is designed to help business owners ensure that their business premises looks smart and professional. From small jobs such as gutter repairs through to large-scale refurbishments, we have the expertise to take the headache out of maintaining your commercial property.

Our team have more than two decades of experience of working in all types of commercial building, from shops and retail units, through to offices, warehouses, factories and manufacturing plants. We work with a range of trusted and highly skilled trades people to enable us to provide a reliable, cost-effective and efficient service.

Commercial property maintenance services provided throughout Leeds and West Yorkshire

We offer a wide range of commercial property maintenance services which include but are not limited to:

  • Plumbing and drainage
  • Building works, repairs and roofing
  • Fencing, landscaping, walls and gates; including the installation of security gates and barriers
  • Security and fire protection systems installation, repair and maintenance
  • Office and commercial fit outs, refurbishments and updates
  • Regular, planned maintenance work or repairs and maintenance on an ad hoc basis

Contact FirstEye to arrange for a free, no-obligation quote

These are just examples of some of the services we provide for our commercial and business customers. Our quotes are always free and without obligation so if you’d like to find out more, why not get in touch with us today?

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Safeguard your home with a domestic security system

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Domestic security systems installed throughout Leeds by FirstEye

The long summer holidays will soon be here and whether you’re planning on holidaying here in the UK or are travelling further afield, it’s important that you ensure that your home is protected against theft. Domestic security is something we often discuss in our blog posts and the reason for this is that it’s very important! We still regularly meet homeowners who’ve decided to install a security alarm after they’ve been burgled, however when it comes to securing your property, prevention is definitely better than cure.

Installing a security system is the single most effective step you can take to protect your home from the risk of theft. You don’t necessarily need a ‘whistles and bells’ system as an alarm only system will provide you with an effective deterrent and basic protection. Monitored alarm systems, however, have the advantage of round the clock monitoring, offering the perfect way to provide yourself with peace of mind that your home is protected when you can’t be there.

Here at FirstEye we install domestic security systems throughout Leeds and West Yorkshire, with options suitable for all budgets and requirements. Whether you live in a large detached home, a terraced house or a tenth floor flat, our team have the expertise to design and install a system to give you the protection you require.

The latest wireless alarm systems are simple to install and as minimal wiring is required, very little messy drilling or unsightly wires are needed. We’ll work with you to ensure that your alarm system provides you with adequate protection, making sure that all potential entry points are covered. We’ll also take into consideration whether you have pets by installing sensors which wont be triggered when your furry friends are home alone!

Contact FirstEye to start protecting your home

Rather than waiting until the worst happens, why not install a security system now and give your home and possessions the protection they deserve? To find out more or to arrange for your free, no-obligation security survey, why not get in touch with us today?

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Planning an electrical installation? Spread the cost with our flexible payment options

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Cost-effective electrical installations in Leeds

If you’re undertaking a major installation or refurbishment project, planning ahead and spreading the cost can be difficult when you’ve got lots of bills which seem to come in all at once! With this in mind, we’ve decided to help our customers by offering the option to pay a 25% deposit, with payment of the remaining balance to be paid on completion of installation. This is a great way to ensure work gets started on your installation, whilst giving you extra time to plan your finances accordingly.

We’re also pleased to announce that we can now accept credit card payments either over the phone or in person via Barclaycard’s Payzone system. We can accept most debit and credit cards, including Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, Solo and Discover. We’re hoping that by introducing card payments, we’re making life just that little bit easier for our customers.

Our electrical installation services

We offer a wide range of electrical installation services, including the installation of domestic and commercial security, CCTV and fire protection systems. In addition and following requests from our existing customers, we now also offer a wide range of property maintenance services, renovation, repair and improvement works, designed for both residential and commercial properties.

Contact FirstEye to find out more

If you would like to find out more about any aspect of our services, or to arrange for a free, no-obligation quote, please email quote@firsteye.co.uk or call 0113 228 8599.

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Crimes against the wholesale and retail sector continue to grow

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Protect your business against theft with a security system installed by FirstEye

According to figures* released last month by the Home Office, incidents of crime in the wholesale and retail sector increased significantly in 2017.

Shoplifting is still the most common crime to affect this sector and accounts for 63% of all crimes, with the average cost of shoplifting higher per victim at 2017 at £500, compared to £237 per victim in 2012. With this in mind, the importance of security for the wholesale and retail sectors is of paramount importance and investing in a security systems is a cost-effective way to help minimise the impact of crime upon your business.

Business security solutions for the wholesale and retail sectors

Here at FirstEye we have many years of experience of working with clients in the wholesale and retails sectors, providing them security systems designed to meet their individual requirements. The most appropriate type of system for your business will depend on a range of factors. A shop, for example, is most likely to benefit from CCTV to protect the shop floor, with a burglar alarm designed to protect the premises whilst it’s unoccupied. Wholesale business can also benefit from CCTV as installing security cameras is an excellent way to deter and prevent internal theft.

When thinking about business security it’s important not to overlook outside areas such as car parks, loading bays or reception areas. A range of systems are available which can help to significantly improve the security of such areas, including security lighting, surveillance cameras, car parking barriers and access control systems. In addition, for commercial premises it can also be worth considering the installation of further security measures such shutters and screens.

FirstEye – working to provide security solutions for businesses in Leeds

If you would like to find out more about protecting your business from theft, or to obtain a free, no-obligation security survey, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with FirstEye by contacting us on 0113 228 8599.

*source:

Home Office: Crime against businesses: findings from the 2017 Commercial Victimisation Survey

 

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CCTV provides unbeatable protection for businesses of all sizes

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Protect your business with a CCTV system installed by FirstEye

Regardless of the size of your business or your budget, a CCTV system can be designed to work for you. There’s a misconception that CCTV is the preserve of big businesses but this is not the case and installing a CCTV system offers a highly effective way to protect your staff, stock, sensitive data and business assets.

CCTV cameras can be used outside or indoors or a combination of the two and depending on the type of system you choose, can record in colour, in daylight or darkness and high definition.

The benefits of CCTV systems for small businesses

CCTV offers the combined benefits of working in a preventative AND retrospective way:

  • designed to provide a highly effective preventative measure, CCTV cameras offer a proven way to deter thieves
  • CCTV also provides a very useful way to collect and record evidence if a crime should happen on your premises, whether it’s a theft carried out by an intruder or internal theft

Ideally, a CCTV system will deter criminals for attempting to enter your premises, therefore preventing a crime from happening in the first place. However, if the worst does happen, CCTV offers a way to help limit the damage by helping the police to identify those involved or through the provision of evidence in an insurance claim.

What’s the difference between CCTV and surveillance cameras?

Although CCTV and camera surveillance work in a similar way by recording events which could cause problems for your business, each type of system is, in fact, used in very different ways.

CCTV: CCTV systems record footage using a number of different cameras before storing the footage onto a private, local storage location. For example, a small shop might have a camera to cover the front entrance, another covering the shop floor and a third to cover the till area. The resulting footage is saved onto an internal storage (e.g. a hard drive) but is not available to the public.

Surveillance cameras: unlike a closed surveillance system (CCTV), surveillance cameras can be accessed remotely. It is possible to access the images using a smartphone app or tablet and the footage is saved onto a cloud storage system rather than a computer hard drive.

Contact FirstEye to arrange your free security survey

A range of systems are available, with options suitable for business premises of all shapes and sizes: from factories and warehouses, through to shops and home offices. To find out more, or to arrange for a free, no-obligation security survey and quote, please don’t hesitate to contact us today.

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Secure your business premises with a security barrier

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Security barriers installed throughout Leeds and Yorkshire

Although security barriers offer a highly effective way to control which vehicles have access to your business premises, it is important that you choose the most appropriate one for your location.

Automatic barriers and security gates are widely used to protect car parks, business premises and facilites. The perfect solution for locations where vehicles enter and exit a secure area, automatic gates are ideal for the majority of car parks, whilst electronic security gates can be used to control access on a vehicle by vehicle basis.

In most cases, security gates are installed at the entrance to a car park of facility, or in locations such as storage areas or loading bays. In addition, security gates also offer a useful way to safeguard individual blocks of parking bays within a larger car park.

Which security gate is best for you?

A range of different types of security gate are available and the majority are made from durable metal. Barrier gates are ideal for protecting car parks from unauthorised vehicles but because pedestrians are able to pass underneath, they aren’t ideal for areas where security is an issue. Swing gates are designed to swing open and closed just like a normal gate and are widely seen in domestic properties. They can also prove useful for business premises and will give effective protection from unauthorised vehicles and pedestrians alike. Folding gates are an ideal solution for areas where space is limited but because they open and close quickly, it is important that additional safety measures are used to prevent accidents.

Automatic security gates can be controlled in a range of ways, including digital keypads, card readers, intercom systems, vehicle tag readers and number plate recognition. Here at FirstEye we have many years of experience in installing security systems and access barriers in a wide range of business premises and locations – if you would like to find out more, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Contact FirstEye

For further information on security system installation services, why not contact FirstEye today?

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UK Crime survey shows another increase in burglaries in England and Wales

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Protect your home and business from burglary with a security system installed by FirstEye

The results of the UK Crime Survey were released at the end of last month, showing a 9% increase* in police recorded burglary offences. Whilst this increase isn’t huge, it is cause for concern and clearly demonstrates the continued importance of protecting your home or business from the risk of theft.

Burglar alarms continue to offer the single most effective deterrent and will provide your home or business premises with round the clock protection. Here at FirstEye we have the expertise to install and maintain a wide range of burglar alarm systems, with options suitable for domestic, commercial, industrial and business properties. We will work closely with you to design and install a system which meets your individual requirements, providing peace of mind and protection for your property and possessions.

Installing a burglar alarm offers a range of benefits including:

  • An effective and highly visible deterrent as the majority of thieves are put off entering a property when they see that it has a burglar alarm.
  • Round the clock protection, providing you with peace of mind when you can’t be there.
  • Alarm systems to suit all budgets and requirements – from state-of-the-art monitored alarms, through to simple bell only systems.
  • A potential reduction in your insurance premiums.
  • Modern wireless alarms are simple to install and as little or no drilling is required, there are no unsightly wires.

Unbeatable protection with a combined alarm and CCTV system

For the ultimate in protection, a combined alarm and CCTV system is pretty hard to beat. CCTV is now widely used in residential  and commercial properties, offering a great way to provide enhanced protection for the interior and/or exterior of your home. Our security installation services cover the design and installation of CCTV systems and if this is something you’d like to consider, we’d be happy to provide further advice.

Contact FirstEye to find out more

Rather than become another victim of the crime rate statistics, prevention is always better than cure. If you would like to find out more about how we can help you protect your home or business from the risk of burglary, why not get in touch to obtain your free, no-obligation security survey and quote?

*source: Office for National Statistics, Crime Survey for England and Wales 2018 http://www.crimesurvey.co.uk/SurveyResults.html

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Get your home and garden ready for summer with our home improvement services

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Renovation and home improvement services for homeowners in Leeds

Summer seems to be here at long last and what better way to celebrate the warmer weather than making the most of your garden? Here at FirstEye we offer a wide range of home improvement services, designed to help you ensure your garden and home look great; from fencing, patios and decking, through to lighting installations, decorating and building work. No job is too large or small for our team!

Garden landscaping and building services

We understand how house-proud our customers are and that having an attractive home and garden is important to you. Whether your garden needs to be designed and landscaped from scratched, or simply needs a little TLC, we have the expertise to help. Our experienced team have the skills to cover all aspects of garden landscaping, from the design and building of raised beds, garden walls and paved areas, through to fencing, decking, ponds, water features and more. Our home improvement services are ideal for projects of all shapes and sizes and we’ll work with you to ensure your garden is the envy of your neighbours!

Home improvement services

There’s little point in having a stunning garden if the exterior of your home is looking a little past its best. If your home could do with exterior renovation, our team have experience in decorating, woodwork, window installations, plaster work and general renovation work. As with all our services no job is too small for us so please get in touch for further details.

Contact Dalec to find out more

Our services are available to homeowners throughout Leeds and West Yorkshire. For further advice on home maintenance or to obtain a free, no-obligation quote at a time to suit you, why not get in touch with FirstEye today?