Four Seasons – One Week
Have you been experiencing all four seasons in one week? One day? Take control of your home’s temperature by upgrading to a smart thermostat. Not only will you have better control of your environment, your alarm system can automatically shut off the HVAC in the event...
Video Verification
Are you leaving home for the first time in months? As all Americans head back to work, it is wise to keep a close connection to home. Surveillance systems allow you to monitor what is going on at home from anywhere you can access the Virtual Keypad app or a full...
Cameras Hacked
Bloomberg.com By William Turton March 9, 2021, 3:32 PM CST Hackers Breach Thousands of Security Cameras, Exposing Tesla, Jails, Hospitals A group of hackers say they breached a massive trove of security-camera data collected by Silicon Valley startup Verkada Inc.,...
Bitterness of Poor Quality
“The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweet taste of low price is forgotten.” Electronic security systems, including burglary, fire, and access control systems, as well as surveillance systems, are often specified by architects and engineers during...
Carbon Monoxide
Carbon monoxide (CO) is known as the silent killer. You can’t see it, smell it, or taste it….so how do you recognize it? The most common symptoms of CO poisoning are headache, dizziness, weakness, upset stomach, vomiting, chest pain, and confusion. CO symptoms are...
Sprinkler Monitoring
Guard Tronic Central Station operators called on hundreds of burst sprinkler pipes during last week's snow storm. One of the few things worse than having broken sprinkler pipes is having them and NOT knowing about it. The costs from water damage could run into the...
Snowy President’s Day 2021
Accounting and many of our technicians are trying to stay off of the roads on this snowy President's Day. Central station and emergency service are available. Stay safe. Stay warm. This picture was taken this morning in our Fort Smith office parking lot. Guard Tronic...
FS Night to Shine 2021
Guard Tronic employees volunteer thousands of hours every year to various faith-based, civic, and industry groups and events. We primarily post about our employees’ involvement with industry related organizations like the Arkansas Security Alarm Association, the...
Electronic Access Control
Access control in its simplest form is a lock and key. There are two big issues with a lock and key. 1 – There is no reporting or accountability. 2 – It becomes cost prohibitive to re-key all of the locks if a keyholder leaves and doesn’t return their key. If an...
Testing Your Alarm System
Testing your alarm system Testing your alarm system is one of the most important things you can do. There is no reason to have a security system if it isn’t going to work when it is needed most. Guard Tronic can provide tools to help, such as sending test timers to...
Bedford Camera and Video – Final
In the third and final portion of Jeff Beauchamp’s testimonial, he speaks about the benefit of Guard Tronic’s expert technicians available 24/7.Bedford Camera and Video has locations in:Fort Smith, ARFayetteville, ARSpringdale, ARRogers, ARLittle Rock,...
Bedford Camera and Video Testimonial – Part II
Jeff Beauchamp, manager of Bedford Camera and Video for over 35 years, continues his discussion on the benefits of using Guard Tronic.Most local alarm companies sub-contract their monitoring to large wholesale monitoring companies located in the Northeast...
Bedford Camera and Video – Part I
Jeff Beauchamp, long-time manager of Bedford Camera and Video, discusses his 35 year relationship with Guard Tronic. "Guard Tronic is the answer." - Jeff Beauchamp We are so appreciative of our relationship with Bedford Camera and Video and would be...
Resolutions 2021
As you think about ways to improve 2021, don’t forget protection and convenience for yourself. Both are available in one service from Guard Tronic. This can include: Fire early warning Burglary Robbery Camera and surveillance Access control, including Z-Wave locks...
Christmas 2020
Go ahead and arm your security system tonight. Part of the Christmas magic is that Santa doesn't trip alarm systems. Merry Christmas!
Gift Certificates
Santa’s elves have been so busy building children’s’ toys that they are unable to install systems that we sell this week. But if you want to buy a security system for a loved one, we will give them a gift certificate to open on Christmas Day. The certificate will...
Virtual Keypad Actions
Z-Wave isn’t just for convenience. Setting up actions in the Virtual Keypad app also keeps you and your home safe and secure. Program your doors to lock upon the expiration of your security system delay time to make sure all of your doors are locked when you leave,...
Season’s Heatings
FIRE WARNING! Holiday candles are great! Whether for religious reasons or just aesthetics, soft lighting adds warmth to every room. But candles left unattended can turn a festive holiday season into tragedy. Neighbors will go to great lengths to have the best...
Merrier Christmas 2020
You aren't the only one Christmas shopping this time of year. Porch pirates are waiting for your packages to be delivered so they can turn your packages into their packages. There is an easy way to deny porch pirates the opportunity of stealing your packages. Use a...
Warning to Jewelry Stores
SPECIAL THANKSGIVING WEEKEND BURGLARY WARNING In the last two months JSA Crime Alerts have reported a wave of jewelry store burglaries across the U. S. As the Thanksgiving weekend approaches, jewelers need to pay special attention to any alarm conditions, power...
Thanksgiving 2020
"Showing gratitude is one of the simplest yet most powerful things humans can do for each other." - Randy Pausch Even in times as turbulent as these we can still feel grateful. We are thankful for our customers, that allow us to provide for our families. We are...