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Why Choose
LAW Security
4.9 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
on Google with 275+ Reviews
10,000+ SA Families Protected
24/7 Local
Monitoring
Trusted by 60+ SA Builders
BBB A+ Rated
Family Owned & Operated Since 1981
Restaurants and Bars
High-Risk Areas:
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Cash registers and safes
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Liquor storage areas
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Kitchen equipment (theft target)
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Employee break areas
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Delivery entrances
Special Concerns:
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After-hours cleaning crews
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Late-night operations
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Cash handling procedures
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Alcohol inventory control
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Customer safety liability
Recommended Solutions:
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POS-integrated cameras
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Safe drop procedures
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Employee access controls
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Panic buttons for staff
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Parking lot surveillance
Medical and Professional Offices
High-Risk Areas:
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Prescription storage
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Patient records (HIPAA compliance)
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Expensive medical equipment
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Reception cash handling
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After-hours access
Special Concerns:
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Patient privacy requirements
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Controlled substance security
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Staff safety (working alone)
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Equipment theft prevention
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Regulatory compliance
Recommended Solutions:
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Biometric access controls
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Medicine cabinet monitoring
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Privacy-compliant cameras
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Silent alarm systems
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Audit trail reporting
Retail Stores
High-Risk Areas:
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Point of sale systems
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Inventory storage
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Fitting rooms
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Employee areas
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Loading docks
Special Concerns:
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Shoplifting prevention
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Employee theft detection
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Return fraud prevention
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Organized retail crime
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Customer safety
Recommended Solutions:
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Transaction overlay cameras
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EAS systems integration
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Employee bag checks
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Customer counting systems
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Loss prevention analytics
Warehouses and Industrial
High-Risk Areas:
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Loading docks
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Inventory storage
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Equipment yards
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Office areas
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Perimeter fencing
Special Concerns:
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Large area coverage
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Equipment theft
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Inventory shrinkage
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Employee safety
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Vendor access control
Recommended Solutions:
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Perimeter detection systems
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License plate recognition
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Inventory tracking integration
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Gate access controls
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Environmental monitoring
Cost-Benefit Analysis
Average Security Investment vs. Potential Losses:
Business Size | Recommended Investment | Average Loss Without Security | ROI Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
Small Office | $2,000-5,000
| $8,500 per Incident | 3-6 Months |
Retail Store | $5,000-15,000 | $15,000 per Incident | 4-8 Months |
Restaurant | $8,000-20,000 | $12,000 per Incident | 6-12 Months |
Warehouse | $15,000-50,000 | $45,000 per Incident | 8-18 Months |
Additional Benefits:
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Insurance premium reductions (15-20%)
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Employee confidence and retention
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Customer safety perception
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Operational efficiency improvements
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Evidence for legal proceedings
"We'll Just Get Cameras"
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Cameras without alarms miss incidents
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Poor placement misses critical areas
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No monitoring means delayed response
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Storage issues lose evidence
"Insurance Will Cover Everything"
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Deductibles can be substantial
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Business interruption isn't covered
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Rate increases after claims
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Some losses aren't insurable
"Our Neighborhood is Safe"
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Crime patterns change quickly
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Criminals target "safe" areas
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One incident can devastate a business
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Prevention costs less than recovery
"DIY Security is Good Enough"
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Professional installation ensures reliability
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Monitoring response saves critical time
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Technical support prevents failures
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Integration requires expertise
"Employees are Trustworthy"
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75% of business theft is internal
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Financial pressure affects anyone
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Access without accountability fails
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Background checks aren't foolproof
What We See Too Often
Common Security Mistakes
Emergency Response Planning
Incident Response Procedures
During Business Hours:
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Immediate Safety - Protect people first
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Alert Authorities - Call 911 if needed
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Secure Area - Prevent further damage
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Document Everything - Photos, videos, notes
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Contact Insurance - Report incident promptly
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Notify Employees - Keep staff informed
Review and Improve - Learn from incidents
After Hours:
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Monitoring Alert - Professional response
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Authority Dispatch - Police/fire response
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Owner Notification - Immediate contact
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Site Securing - Prevent additional damage
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Evidence Preservation - Protect investigation
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Insurance Claims - Document for coverage
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System Repair - Restore protection quickly
Emergency Contact Template
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Business Owner: [Name] - [Phone]
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Manager: [Name] - [Phone]
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Security Company: LAW Security - (210) 340-0306
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Insurance Agent: [Name] - [Phone]
Legal and Compliance Considerations
San Antonio Business Requirements
Alarm Permits:
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Required for all monitored business systems
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Cost: $75 annually
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Available through SAPD website
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Must be renewed annually
Video Surveillance Laws:
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Audio recording requires consent signage
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Employee monitoring has restrictions
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Customer notification recommended
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Data retention requirements vary
Access Control Compliance:
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ADA requirements for entry systems
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Fire code compliance for locks
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OSHA standards for employee safety
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Industry-specific regulations
Documentation Requirements
Incident Reports:
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Date, time, and location
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Detailed description of events
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Witness information
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Evidence collected
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Action taken
Security Logs:
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System arm/disarm records
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Access control activity
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Maintenance performed
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False alarm reports
Training Records:
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Employee security training
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System operation training
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Emergency procedure drills
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Updates and refreshers
Get Professional Assessment
LAW Security Business Audit Service
What's Included:
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On-site evaluation by certified security professionals
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Detailed written report with specific recommendations
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Prioritized action plan for budget-conscious improvements
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Integration assessment for existing systems
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Compliance review for industry requirements
Our 45+ Year SA Advantage:
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Local crime pattern knowledge - We know what criminals target
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Neighborhood expertise - Different areas have different risks
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Business type experience - Industry-specific security needs
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Vendor relationships - Best local contractors and suppliers
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Insurance carrier knowledge - Requirements for discounts
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SAPD coordination - Established police relationships
Assessment Process:
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Initial consultation - Understand your concerns
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Site evaluation - Comprehensive walk-through
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Risk analysis - Identify vulnerabilities
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Solution design - Custom recommendations
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Proposal presentation - Clear options and pricing
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Implementation planning - Phased approach if needed
Trusted by Hundreds of Local Businesses
