Cranberg Limited take security very seriously and understand how hard it can be to keep a business secure every day of the year. With the likelihood of passing traffic, employees entering and exiting and the chance of products on site, you need to be able to rest easy knowing your building is secure.

Whether you choose mobile access controls, key fobs, pass cards or other technologies, access controls at your building are sure to increase security in no time.

Mobiles Are Revolutionising the Way We Work

Now is 2017 and mobiles are part of daily life, we are seeing how important they are becoming in playing a role of security. Everybody now owns at least one mobile device and as they grow in technological developments, it’s only a matter of time until we will be seeing them take over the security world.

Look back 10 years ago, who would have thought we would be using mobile phones to pay for coffee?

It is becoming evidently clear that mobile phones are used for more and more than just making phone calls and sending texts. Using your mobile device for access controls is not too far away and is possible with Cranberg Limited.

Cranberg Limited can list some benefits to access control panels at your business right here!

Heightened Security Measures

The use of access controls not only gives you the control over who enters your property but it also increases security massively. Key fobs, access codes, smart cards and other technologies are incredible at controlling access and now mobiles are also coming into the line-up.

Access control panels are now available to work with mobile phones. With encryption panels for security between the device and the access point, the use of Bluetooth now has a completely new meaning.

In March this year alone there was 205 reported instances in Dartford for crimes. Don’t become part of a statistic and secure your business premises properly today.

Being both practical and easy to use, access with mobile phones works just as well as key fobs and smart cards. The controller will have access to who is allowed in and out and can revoke access whenever they want. As mobile phones are also personal to a persona individually, they are less likely to be passed to unauthorised personnel so you can control visitor access even more.

Now you don’t have to worry about lost key cards or fobs because phones are lot easier to misplace or lose o your desk!

Time Saving Ability

As well as saving the time of getting out keys, logging in key codes and finding your fob in the bottom of your handbag, mobile access can be centrally managed with as many users as you want in one quick application.

Most people have their mobile out in their hands 90% of the time and they are much easier to locate than a key you haven’t used in the last 12 hours.

Mobile access can also be computed across numerous platforms and different systems. If your business has certain areas that are dedicated to senior staff members and other areas that are accessibly by everyone, then their access systems will work across where they are assigned to a lot easier than programmed cards and fobs.

Simple and Convenient

Although some tech users might be more comfortable with mobile technology than others, it does pay to be up to date with the latest developments in the world of technology and security at your business. If some members of your business are reluctant to use the latest technology on the market, just show them how simple and convenient it really can be!

Once the security system is set up by Cranberg Limited, all you need to do is activate the access method you prefer to use and your wish is granted! You can access your designated areas with one swipe of a fob, card or mobile phone, its really that easy!

Your business property could be a target for thieves with smash and grab opportunities, opportunistic thieves and sophisticated thieves who only need a small opening to steal. Don’t leave your business open for attacks and get the proper security measures in place today.

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If you are looking into security access panels for your business in the Kent and surrounding areas, simply call Cranberg Limited today on 0800 955 3590. With many years of expertise working with businesses of all sizes, you can rely on us for the latest in mobile access control panels and more.

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Cranberg Limited are well aware of the risks with having valuables in any property and although we provide the latest in high-tech security measures, we cannot ever guarantee on your property being completely risk free of burglaries. Read on more to find out how you can hide your valuables within your home so that you can rest easy at night.

Homes Will Always Be Targets

Commercial buildings are often targeted for the sheer size and quantity of products in the building but residential homes are also not an exception to the rule. Here at Cranberg Limited we are noticing that more and more homes, even those with security, are being targeted for numerous purposes and no matter where you hide your valuables, burglars are trying their hardest to find them.

Burglaries are one of the highest statistics in the Kent area, with 991 taking place in March 2017.

Don’t Hide Your Valuables Here!

With many homeowners finding nifty hiding places to conceal their valuables within their home, burglars are getting clever to find these places every day. With some places being old and familiar, it doesn’t take them long to find your valuables and exiting your property without you knowing. These include:

• In your underwear drawers
• In a vase
• Under your bed
• In your mattress
• In the lavatory cistern
• Behind a cupboard
• In your cereal box
• In refrigerators

Although these can sound obvious to some and clever to others, these are the most common places a burglar will look. Thieves are not stupid and will sniff out valuables in the dark or light, so don’t give them the chance to get their hands on your goods!

Reverse Burglar Psychology

There is no use trying to carry out reverse psychology on burglars because they are smarter than you think. Hiding valuables in your child’s bedroom or storing jewellery in the kitchen cupboard will not deter these nifty thieves. Children’s rooms are quickly becoming the first target now with the increase of social apps, games consoles and mobile phones, which are all easy to steal and even easier to sell on after.

Don’t try and get clever, just stay smart and follow our top tips on where to hide your valuable and get in touch for the latest in security.

Suggested Storage Places for Valuables

Cranberg Limited would like to state that these are only suggested places to hide your valuables and we do not take any responsibility for your goods in your home.

The top places that we have had suggested to use to store valuables within your home include:

• Rubbish bins (not on rubbish collection days)
• Boxes with misleading labels (e.g. cat food or dog food)
• Plant pots (under the soil)
• False containers of food substances which can be purchased online

Having many of the above does deter a burglar and stops them in their tracks, having few gives them a quick period of time to empty them all and find your valuables, keep this in mind at all times.

The overall best place to store your valuables is in a secure safe, in your secure home with security measures from Cranberg Limited.

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Answering the question of ‘where do I hide my valuables’ and letting you know where not to, Cranberg Limited can also offer you high level security measures to deter, monitor and protect your home or commercial business. Simply call us today on 0800 955 3590 for residential burglar alarms and commercial residential alarms.

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Well, were here to tell you! With all of the information you could ever need about our intruder alarm systems, you never have to look elsewhere to secure your home, business or public property again. With the ability to install 24 hour systems, all grades of technology available and the chance to link your property to the local alarm receiving centre, what’s not to love about that?

MAINTENANCE PACKAGES

Cranberg Limited maintain all security systems in accordance with your requirements and also meet all current health and safety standards set out by British and European regulatory bodies. All contracts are arranged to meet your needs and can roll over for as long or as little as you would like!

• Yearly visits – these are conducted on systems that simply have an alarm system but they are not connected to any alarm receiving centre. (this is a requirement, not an option)
• 2 yearly visits – all systems that are connected to the alarm receiving centre need to be checked and maintained every 6 months and our team will make visits to the site throughout the year also.

“Having a good home alarm system will lessen or definitely decrease our chances of intruders and thieves from getting into our houses”, Street Directory.

WHAT’S CHECKED ON THESE VISITS?

On each visit, our professional maintenance team carry out scheduled checks and perform specific monitoring routines on each element of your intruder alarm system. Checking everything from batteries to voltage levels and even the intensity of the alarm, you can rest in peace knowing your intruder alarm is fully functioning all year round with no hiccups or bumps in the road.

If there are any faults found during the inspection, these are removed, repaired and replaced for free within the 12-month guarantee.

DO I CHOOSE WIRELESS OR WIRED?

With a wide range of options available to all of our clients, it pays to know which system would work best for your property. If you are unsure as to which design will work best, just give us a call! We attend all sites and make sure that you get the angles covered you are looking for and make sure that intruders are a thing of the past!

The hard wired (IAS) version of intruder alarms that we can provide to our clients comes with increased reliability and longevity. Most popular with new builds, offices, warehouses, schools and colleges, these intruder alarms are popular all over the UK.

The wireless systems are quicker, easier and simple to install at any property with minimal disruption to the property. One massive perk that comes with wireless systems is that they can be placed anywhere on your property in no time at all!

All intruder alarm systems include various accessories upon requests such as door contacts, remote keypads, panic buttons, fire detectors, fobs, flood sensors, heat sensors and infrared detectors.

“A home security system is one of the best deterrents available. A system that is well advertised through signs on the lawn or decals in the windows will be visible to potential burglars even from a distance. Most criminals who are looking to burglarize a home will simply ignore any house that has a security system installed”, Slide Share.

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If you are looking for more information or want to check out our prices, visit our intruder alarms price sheet. You can also call us today on 0800 955 3590 to get personalised insight into intruder alarms at your property.

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If you have come home to the shocking scene of a burglary, there is a few important steps you need to follow. As experts in home security measures, Cranberg Limited are able to advise on the best procedures to follow in the event of being burgled and also guide you on the future with your security measures.

1. Stay Calm

We know its easier said than done, but please remember to stay calm. Coming home to find a shock like this will be worrying for you and its every homeowner’s nightmare but staying calm is very important for the steps that will follow.

House burglaries are more frequent in the winter months with thieves using the darker nights and people buying Christmas presents as an easy target according to The Telegraph.

You will feel like your privacy has been disrupted and can be concerned that they may be still in your home, so stay outside and follow the next steps from Cranberg Limited.

2. Call The Police

If you discover there is a burglar in your house, you need to call the police immediately. The sooner you do this the higher chance you have of the police solving the crime. If you have any idea that they may be still in the property, stay outside and only enter if you are sure it is safe to do so.

This step is important because calling the police gives you the chance to claim on your insurance with the designated crime number they will provide you with. Whoever your home insurer is, they will be aware of what the crime number is when you call them and will be able to quickly process your claim.

After calling the police, do not try to clean anything up or move things around. In this case, you could potentially be moving evidence, DNA or fingerprints and the police will need this information to solve the case. Only ever start to move or touch anything once the police have told you to do so.

3. List The Potential Stolen Items

You need to be able to go through your home, without touching anything, and make a list of the items that have been stolen or damaged. In this process, the police may want to assist you or they could just ask you to do this after they have attended.

Both the police and your home insurance company will want to know what has either been taken by the burglar or damaged in the process. If you have the ability to take photographs, do so because these can help police with their searches and photographs or receipts of the stolen items can also help them recover the missing items.

Please check if any passports, credit cards, financial or important documents have been taken and alert the necessary banks if they have been.

4. Secure Your Home Again

The most important step to take and the final one, is to make sure your home is properly secure again after the break in. Cranberg Limited can assist with this and have various packages and security measures to ensure that your home is not vulnerable for another attack and that you can rest easy again.

Making sure you feel comfortable in your home is our biggest priority because no one deserves to feel uneasy in their own home. Use this negative moment as a positive and take the chance to review your security measures to reduce the risk of another attack.

Make sure to keep all receipts of lock changes and repairs for your insurance company to use in your claim.

GET IN TOUCH

To find out how you can get domestic security measures for your property, call Cranberg Limited today on 0800 955 3590. Based in Kent, we are able to travel all over the UK to provide as many homes as possible with the security they need to keep themselves, their belongings and their family safe in their home.

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With various elements to take into account when securing your business property, Cranberg Limited are able to source, supply, advise and install on the finest solutions for your site. Whether you choose CCTV, integrated systems, fire alarms or access control, you can count on our team to deliver it for you.

Taking into account three key areas of focus, Cranberg Limited discuss location, size and products before designing a tailor-made security system for you.

LOCATION MATTERS

Being in the retail or public industry, your business is more than likely your pride and joy and one of your biggest successes, so why would you put that at risk? Whether you are a small corner store or a large-scale retail centre, security needs to be part of your main priorities.

Crime is impossible to avoid, no matter where you situated but preventing crime and carrying out deterring solutions doesn’t have to be difficult.

With most areas having both safe and dangerous areas to take into account, we know only too well how location can affect your security due to the different security threats that you can encounter. Most larger inner-city properties are likely to face shoplifting threats and regular crime statistics with the general flow of the public every day. Although outer-city properties will not face the same crime issues, there still needs to be security measures in place to prevent crime.

Cranberg Limited provide city centre, public spaces and retail units with the latest in crime prevention and security solutions. Using video analytics, integrated security systems and other business solutions at any site, we are able to monitor public flow, trigger alarms in central command stations and link you to the appropriate authority in no time at all.

SIZE MAKES A DIFFERENCE

The overall size of your business plays a massive role in the security measures taken at your premises. With most security solutions working on both small and large scales, there is nothing than Cranberg Limited cannot do to secure your business property.

Smaller businesses often need to control the premises in out of hours’ time frames rather than when people are on site. As a retailer or business provider, it is important to consider your main priorities when it comes to securing your property which can often differ from site to site.

Most businesses are most likely going to need CCTV systems that are integrated with intruder alarms and other physical security elements.

Small businesses have the struggle of finding a balance between being secure and not ruining the user experience of the store. Finding that balance is easy with Cranberg Limited as we make sure you are secured discreetly to make your customers feel comfortable and safe at the same time. Using integrated CCTV solutions, access control and video analytics you can cover all corners of your property without pressuring your visitors.

Larger business on the other hand, will need larger scale security as the sheer size of the building will need more protection from external and internal threats. With an increased amount of access points, footfall and more assets to secure, the size of your property does determine the security measures we take.

PRODUCTS YOU SELL

Another factor that affects the level of security needed at your property is the products you are selling or the services you provide. There is no doubt about it that if you are selling high-end diamonds, you need higher security than if you were to be selling dog food but whatever business you are in, security needs to be a priority.

We never prioritise business security and give one premises more than another we merely arrange the security solutions differently on various levels.

Whether you have large stock rooms or one secure area in your premises, Cranberg Limited are able to make sure that your valuables are kept secure, 24 hours of the day. With some businesses being targeted for their desirability paired with easy access and poor security, it really pays to pay attention to your security measures.

Using CCTV systems, integrated access controls to certain areas and around the clock protection from external threats, Cranberg Limited can focus on key areas or your property as a whole. Don’t let your business be a target to thieves and get the proper security your premises need to secure your products, assets and staff all year round.

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To find out more about security at your business property or to discuss potential security measures at your premises, call Cranberg Limited today on 0800 955 3590.

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By following your movements, watching where you are at certain times and checking when you’re out of the house, burglars are using the powers of social media to target vulnerable houses and are burgling them while you’re unaware.

Social Media Online Risks 24/7

Over time the internet age has boomed and more and more social media platforms are erupting from the woodwork every day. We are all told of the risks with photographs, personal information and ‘catfishes’ but are you aware of the risk of telling people where you are online?

With the ability to ‘check in’ online and tag where you currently are ‘enjoying a cocktail or two’ you are advertising that you are away from your home and you are not the only one doing so.

It is basic common practice in 2017 to let your friends know where you are through posting online and letting people know about that expensive holiday aboard you just booked. With count downs to the day you fly and the duration you will be away for being so easy for burglars to access, you are almost inviting them into your property. In fact, you don’t even need to be going on holiday anymore, as long as you are away from your property for some time, they have their chance to strike.

Insurance Premiums Becoming Void

Advertising your whereabouts on Facebook, Twitter or any other social media platform can also not only affect your property but also your insurance policy. A lot of insurance companies are now checking your social media profiles and checking that you are taking care while online when it comes to your home and possessions.

One way to quickly void your insurance claim would be to advertise about your looming holiday destination, the items you have in your home and when you are heading out tonight with your insurance company more than definitely checking these posts.

By even making your whereabouts public knowledge, you could be breaching your insurance policies.

Online Privacy and Information Sharing

You don’t need to become mute or private with your lifestyle, you just need to be particularly careful who you share information with online and think before posting items. One tip is to post holiday photos when you’re back home and only have close friends online rather than acquaintances or even strangers.

Making sure you are aware of your settings online and protecting your personal information needs to be a priority, as well as packing your suitcase of course. Make sure your profile is secure and update your privacy settings – if your insurer can see your profile, then so can a burglar.

You might also want to change your GPS settings to post your location when you post. Changing these settings can make sure that no one knows specifically where you are and gives you the chance to be in another county and no one even knowing!

Increase Your Security Measures Now

Cranberg Limited are able to provide you with the necessary security measures needed to secure your home while you are home and away. With active real time security cameras and more, there is no need to worry while you are away because we have got you covered!

One instance where real time cameras were particularly useful for a homeowner was for a lady, Jeanne Thomas, when her home was burgled. Using her security system that only cost her £200, she was able to watch her home from her office and alert the police when burglars entered her home. The Daily Mail reported this incredible story back in 2009 and since then we have had so many technology developments to supply the highest tech and up to date camera systems for all of our clients.

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To arrange a security system that you can trust, give us a call today on 0800 955 3590. We are more than capable of securing your property and giving you the peace of mind you need while you are away on your jollies.

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If your home has no security measures you are setting yourself up to be the victim of burglary any day now. Compared to homes with simple security measures, your home without a single ounce of security could be a sitting target for thieves of all calibre. Why would you leave your home open to attack?

With security measures in mind and the valuable assets in your home it really pays to make a small investment on the security at your property. With various elements to choose from and on a whole range of levels, security at your home no longer has to suffer.

BURGLAR ALARMS

By simply fitting a burglar alarm at your property, you are giving intruders less of a chance of breaking entry and stealing your possessions. Having them either on the outside or the inside of your home can prevent burglars from choosing your property as their next target due to their fear of being caught.

Cranberg Limited source and supply all modern burglar alarms so that you don’t have to worry. Choosing the best for your property, our team install and maintain all alarms and domestic security measures so that your home is protected all year round, should the worst happen.

CCTV SYSTEMS

Working alone or with other integrated security systems, CCTV can really make a difference at your home. Acting as both a deterrent and a solution, you can physically watch your property from inside and externally with cameras that are both high definition and affordable.

Cranberg Limited install cameras of all levels so that you can choose the finest camera systems that suit your property and your budget. Although some can think as CCTV being a final resort and a drastic action to take, taking risks with your property and not having security at all is the worst action to take.

As one of your most expensive possessions and lifetime investments, why are you not securing your property?

MOTION SENSOR LIGHTING

Thieves are known to strike in the hours of darkness, normally on late nights and early mornings. Combat the darkness with motion sensor security lighting from Cranberg Limited and deter external threats.

Security lights are clearly an important feature to have at your home, regardless of what size or where your property is located. You’ve worked hard to get your property, so why leave it open for someone to come and steal from? As a practical solution that is affordable for all budgets, simply adding a security light to the front or back of your property can stop a thief in their tracks before they get anywhere near your valuables.

“Burglars tend to avoid homes with security systems”, Safe Wise.

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We have provided you with three quick and simple security techniques to follow right here in this blog. To get more information about any of them or just to chat about your security solutions, call us now on 0800 955 3590.

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Cranberg Limited are more than aware of how important CCTV systems are at any business property and have put together some useful insight into why your business property needs CCTV installations as soon as possible.

No matter how many manned guards you may have, you could be missing a crucial element of security without your site being monitored 24/7.

ASSESSING YOUR SITE

The first step to take in the security process is to assess your site and the most vulnerable areas that could be targeted from thieves and intruders. By physically monitoring your premises you need to take notes of:

• Problem areas
• Blind spots
• Any areas that need extra protection e.g. valuables, safes, secure rooms
• Other security measures you have on site

Once you have realised where you may need security and CCTV you can call Cranberg Limited to get the professional advice you need. Making sure that your site is secure 24/7, all year round, we advise on the best security solutions for your business property and ensure that you are never left unprotected again.

With various news articles linking to accredited CCTV footage, why would you not want the chance to catch criminals in the act? Example – Norwich Evening News relating to CCTV footage of a robbery.

CCTV SYSTEM INSTALLATION

Cranberg Limited provide a wide range of CCTV system installations on levels that meet your budget requirements. Taking care of both interior and exterior levels of security, CCTV brings with it a sense of security, peace of mind and protection that you can’t get from other sources of security.

The sheer value of having visual evidence of vandals, criminals and intruders can mean so much more than actually having the security in the first place. As well as holding evidence, the presence of CCTV can act as a visual deterrent to many intruders, who will think twice about entering your property in the fear of being caught on camera.

When joined to an integrated system with intruder alarms, the police can be alerted within seconds of an intruder, adding a higher level of security to your property.

CCTV BENEFITS

If the points we have made already not sold you on the idea of CCTV on your property, then surely these other benefits are bound to change your mind. The many benefits of CCTV include:

• Act as a visual deterrent
• Provide interactive security
• Monitored on site and off site
• Linkable to local police forces
• Create recordings and saved evidence
• Deal with anti-social behaviour quickly

Prevent Crime – You no longer have to be worried about crime at your property as CCTV not only deters criminals but can also catch them in the act.

Prevent Employee Theft – make sure that employees are also monitored internally with cameras near stock rooms and cash registers.

Protect Your Staff – As well as watch your staff you are able to protect they safety and well-being with active CCTV cameras.

Information is taken from LinkedIn article.

TAILORED TO YOUR SITE

All CCTV systems are installed and tailored to your business premises specifically so that you can get the finest level of security needed. With modern systems incorporating all levels of security from intruder alarms to fire alarm systems, all of your measures can be easily linked to work in partnership at the switch of a button.

Although there may be an initial outlet of payment to get the systems you need, CCTV is actually one of the most affordable security measures to make for your business premises. After all, what cost is the security of your property anyway?

Check out our previous blog post about knowing what security is right for your business.

GET IN TOUCH

Call Cranberg Limited today to find out more by calling us on 0800 955 3590. We provide business premises with CCTV, Fire Alarms, Integrated Systems and Intruder Alarms so what are you waiting for?

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