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Sprinkler Monitoring

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...

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Snowy President’s Day 2021

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...

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FS Night to Shine 2021

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...

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Electronic Access Control

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...

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Testing Your Alarm System

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...

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Bedford Camera and Video – Final

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,...

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Bedford Camera and Video – Part I

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...

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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...

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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!

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Gift Certificates

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...

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Virtual Keypad Actions

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,...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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Business Models

Business Models

If you look at the business model of the local cable companies that have recently entered the electronic security market and compare them to Guard Tronic, it is easy to see where each spends their resources.  Cable companies have only been providing security for a few...

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Ring Recalls Doorbells

Ring Recalls Doorbells

Amazon-subsidiary Ring is recalling hundreds of thousands of video doorbells after receiving reports of them catching fire. https://twitter.com/geekwire/status/1326808950956720128 The potential fire hazard impacts around 350,000 2nd generation Ring doorbells sold in...

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Veteran’s Day 2020

Veteran’s Day 2020

"We remember those who were called upon to give all a person can give, and we remember those who were prepared to make that sacrifice if it were demanded of them in the line of duty, though it never was. Most of all, we remember the devotion and gallantry with which...

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Who We Are

Who We Are

Fort Smith, AR Springdale, AR Muskogee, OK Bryant, AR (central AR) Forrest City, AR Del City, OK We cover all of Arkansas, all of Oklahoma, southeast Kansas, and southwest Missouri. We specialize in burglary, fire alarm, surveillance, access control systems, and home...

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Bundled Package Not a Great Deal

You got a security system through your cable provider because the monthly fee was cheaper with their bundled package of internet, television, and security.  But two years later, you are paying several hundred dollars per month and don’t trust the service provider to...

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