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How to choose a security company for your business or home

With climbing crime statistics and harrowing reports every time you switch on the news, an efficient security alarm system is no longer a luxury in South Africa - it is a necessity. It's not a matter of “anything will do” either; it’s crucial to contact a dependable security company’s services to ensure that your family, home, office and vehicles are always protected.

You are already familiar with Assist247's pioneering online directory of South African service providers. You know that our database - featuring over 40 000 listings of leading service providers - facilitates the fastest, easiest and most affordable way to put you in touch with the specialist list of security companies that you need.

Whether you require the services of a security guard firm, expert private security company, home security company, corporate security company or security equipment and installation (e.g. CCTV camera surveillance), Assist247 is your best bet. Simply log on to our website, use the provided map or alphabet to select the name of your city or town and voila! You'll find a list of security management and monitoring services in your area. Information such as the registered security agencies’ contact details, areas covered, rates, and even its reputation as a security centre in the industry will also feature.

Look out for the special Assist247 Seal of Approval - if you spot it on the page, you can rest assured that this information, detailing security surveillance companies, will provide quality service at reasonable rates. Assist247 only grants this seal to companies that offer competitive market rates, and that have built up a reputation of service excellence in their respective industries.

Which security company do I choose? There are a couple of things to bear in mind when it comes to selecting which personal, residential or corporate security company to contract to protect you. Consider the points below:

Your needs - Once you have made the decision to contact security protection and personnel to equip your home or office with security products, the first step is to determine what your needs are, and ultimately, to establish what you expect from the security providers that you hire.

The company's reputation - Secondly, do some industry research in order to establish the security company's reputation. Ask around, surf the Internet, and obtain as much information as possible to ensure that the company is committed to its clients and will provide the security system you deserve.

Product offering - Consider matters carefully and ask any and every question you may have before deciding to hire a particular armed or unarmed security company. Compare the company's product offering with the products of its competitors and make sure that you get the specialised security services to suit your needs.

Proximity – It’s best to hire security consultants that are not based too far away from your home or office building, as this would ensure a faster response time in the event of an emergency.

Rates - Lastly, consider the security company's site rates. The last thing you need is to discover after contracting secure site guarding for two months that you could have got a much better deal somewhere else. Shopping around is essential!

You can access all the popular security companies, including Coin, Command, Fidelity and more with Assist 247’s directory services. Our database covers security companies that span South Africa, including Durban, Johannesburg, Pretoria and Cape Town. If you’re looking for increased security in the Western Cape or Gauteng regions, simply surf online with Assist 247 for SA security services that keep you safe.

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