FIRE ALARM MONITORING 101

• Fire alarm systems are designed to detect a fire in your building and alert the occupants to evacuate.
• Fire sprinkler systems are similar and have the added ability to suppress a fire.
• Neither has the ability to alert the Fire Department of a fire at your building - unless you add a fire monitoring system and 24/7 ULC Monitoring service plan with Fire Alarm, Fire Trouble and Fire Supervisory detection.
• A Reed Security ULC Certified technician can install a fire alarm monitoring transmitter that meets the CAN/ULC-S561-13 national standard.
  

• Reduces Theft, Provides Accountability, Restricts Access
• Burglar, Fire, Medical, Temperature, Flood
• 24/7 ULC Monitoring service with POLICE and FIRE dispatch; Call List notification
• 3G/4G ALARM.COM Cellular Signaling – no phone line required
• Control with your PC / MAC / Android / iPhone / iPad
• User Code Control and User Reports via apps
• Instant Alerts via text and email

• Reduces Theft, Restricts Access
• Control Who Goes Where and When
• Control Doors, Elevators, Gates
• No More Keys to replace – delete users instantly
• HINT: Charge tenants a $20 refundable deposit for access keytags/cards
• Programmable schedules – weekday, weekend, holidays
• Optional: Intercom - Telephone-based or I.P. based
• Intercom Master Station at main entrance, NO tenant stations
• HINT: Save $$$ by not running wires to every suite
• Intercom Dials landline or cell phone, Door Release from phone
• Access programming on your PC / Android / iPhone / iPad

• Reduces Theft, Provides Accountability
• 1080P to 12MP HD (4x to 39x better quality than standard definition)
• HINT: Mount entrance cameras at 5 feet from the ground to Record Faces
• Records 24/7; providing video evidence of activities for 10 to 60+ days
• Access to cameras on your PC / MAC / Android / iPhone / iPad
• HINT: Do NOT use wireless, use wired only

• Reduces Theft, Reduces Liability, Provides Accountability, Fire Protection
• Intervention while a crime is in progress – catch intruders in the act
• Intervention while a fire is in progress – reduce losses
• POLICE and FIRE dispatch; Call List notification
• 25% to 50% Less expensive than security guards
• Approved by Insurance Companies as an alternative to Night Watchman

LAYER 5: FIRE SYSTEM MONITORING

• In 2018 Fire Departments across Saskatchewan started enforcing the CAN/ULC-S561 national standard
• Fire Inspectors or contracted Fire Protection System companies will be ask you for your CAN/ULC-S561 certificate
• The majority of buildings will not meet this national standard and upgrades will be required to obtain a CAN/ULC-S561 certificate
• Failure to present proper documentation will result in deficiencies and can delay occupancy until the deficiencies have been remedied
• Fire systems must be monitored by 24/7 ULC Monitoring Stations
• 2 paths of communication: Phone line + cellular communication
• Security Company must attend site within 4 hours

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When Dennis took over the store he inherited an existing security camera system that was in need of an upgrade and some additions. "We take shoplifting seriously and we share security camera footage with managers, other stores and the Police. Upgrading was a precaution to reduce losses".

"I called another Your Independent Grocer store that recently installed video surveillance with Reed Security. Andrey was happy with the pricing, quality, and service and recommended me to Reed."

 "I like that Reed Security is right in Saskatoon and have a local office. I can pick up the phone or send a quick email when I need help. The installation technician, Cody, was spectacular!"

• ReedHD™ Hi-Def Cameras (twice the quality of 1080p)
• Pole mounted, indoor and outdoor cameras
• 10 to 30 Days Recording of all events
• Video Management Software - quickly find the footage you need and export it
• SmartPhone and PC apps for local and remote administration
• 100% Parts and Labour warranty
• 100% Onsite Service warranty
• 100% Remote Tech Support with login service
• Archiving of incidents for the POLICE
• Preventative Maintenance with regular visits to your site
• One low monthly fee that covers it all
  

If you are having a Problem with Theft - We Can Help! Contact Us today for a Free Security Evaluation.

SASKATOON
Reed Security Headquarters
Call 306.653.3200 or 1.844.384.SAFE

SuRe InnoVations
Call 306.974.0888

PRINCE ALBERT
Call 306.922.7200

CALGARY
Call 587.393.2800

REGINA
Call 306.206.0700

Pretty awesome stuff right? I'm going to make a ton of dough this summer! I don't get a base salary, but I do make $400 to $500 every time I get you to sign up. So, I have a lot of motivation to keep bugging and pressuring you. We don't have a local office and the door to door home security company rents us a house or pays for our hotels, so I don't have a lot of living expenses. Sweet!

Sometimes I pretend that I work for your current security company and I offer you a free upgrade. "I'm Alex with (Your Existing Security Company". People can be so gullible when they think they're getting something for free. I'm actually going to trick you into signing up with my door to door alarm company and you will be left paying two bills. Doesn't matter to me though - I'm only working with my door to door security company for the summer and you will never see me again.

My all time favorite approach is to make it sound like you are doing me a favor. "I'm Alex with (Door to Door Alarm Company). We're in town for a few days and we're doing a blitz and I would like your help. If you're willing to put a warning sign in a visible location it will create more awareness and help us generate more business. In exchange I can give you a free state-of-the-art security system worth $2000. All you have to do is take care of the small monthly fee of $49.95 a month." People love to help and they love free. I can't believe how many people get sucked in.

Sometimes I offer a two week free trial. This is legit, but most people don't know there is a CONSUMER PROTECTION law that allows any consumer signing a contract the right to cancel within 10 or 14 days. It's called a Buyers Right to Cancel and it's on every one of our contracts. The darn government forces us to do this! 

I often tell people it's a month to month subscription, but in reality it's a 4 or 5 year contract. You're on the hook for nearly $3000 every time you sign up. However, most people trust me instead of reading through the contract. And for the people that question the 5 year term? Easy, I just tell them they can cancel anytime (even though they can't). The collections team at my head office will deal with it. Who's going to cancel if they're about to be sent to a collection agency? I won't be here anyways so not my problem.

HOW TO MAKE ME GO AWAY   

About the only thing that works is to put up your hand and firmly say "NO". I'm going to try to prevent you from closing the door, but if you just keep saying "NO" eventually I will take you off my hit list. Sometimes you have to threaten to call the POLICE. How ironic is that - calling the POLICE on a home security company.

It's also frustrating to me when people share their stories on FaceBook and other social media sites. I spent a lot of time figuring out ways to deceive people and I don't like it when I'm exposed or people advertise what area I'm working in. One lady took out her phone and started recording me - no thanks.  

#meetalex #justsayno #alarmscam #doortodoorsales

*Alex isn't a real person. If you know an Alex please be kind to him.

For more information do yourself a favor and do a Google Search of "door to door alarm scam" and always get 3 quotes. Please share.

Author: Virgil Reed
Owner of Reed Security
20+ Years Security Experience
Family Man
Community Leader