Questions and Answers

Phoenix Commercial Security FAQ

Common questions about access control, cameras, gate entry, alarm permits and system upgrades.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does an access control system include?

Readers at each controlled door, an electrified lock or strike, a door position switch, a request-to-exit device, a controller and the software you use to add people and set schedules. Credentials can be cards, fobs or phones.

Can you add access control to a building that already has cameras?

Yes. We survey what's installed, and many current platforms can show door events next to your camera video. If the existing cameras are worth keeping, we keep them.

Do you work with property managers and HOAs?

Yes. Much of our work is for managers of office, industrial, retail, multifamily and HOA properties. We schedule around tenants and residents and document every door and device for your files.

Do gates in Phoenix need a fire department key switch?

The Phoenix Fire Department requires automatic vehicle gates at residential and commercial properties to have a fire department key switch on both sides of the gate.

Which parts of Phoenix do you cover?

Commercial properties across the city, including Downtown Phoenix, Midtown, the Camelback Corridor, the Sky Harbor area, Deer Valley and Desert Ridge.

Can access control work with our existing doors?

Usually. Most commercial doors can take an electric strike, an electrified lever or exit device, or a mag lock where code allows. We check each frame and the existing hardware during the survey.

Do we need an alarm permit in Phoenix?

The Phoenix Police Department says a permit is required for alarm systems, whether or not they are monitored by an alarm company. Activations without a permit can be assessed a fee.

Can cameras and access control be managed from one app?

Often, yes. Many current platforms show door events next to camera video, so you can see who badged in and what happened at the door at the same time.

Who owns the system after installation?

You do. We hand over admin credentials and documentation so you are never locked into one installer to make changes.

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