--- title: 3 Ways Sonitrol Security Alarms Are Different From Other Alarms description: Sonitrol Security is different because we provide decades of security system expertise and the best alarm guarantee in the industry. image: https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/hs-fs/file-2256944476-jpg/Blog_Images/Sonitrol_Alarms.jpg --- [Blog](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog) [Categories](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/3-ways-sonitrol-security-alarms-are-different-from-other-alarms#) - [Verified Security Alarms](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/verified-security-alarms) - [Commercial Security](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/commercial-security) - [CCTV Video Surveillance](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/cctv-video-surveillance) - [Retail Security](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/retail-security) - [Security Tips](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/security-tips) - [Building Access Control](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/building-access-control) - 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[Guaranteed Commercial Security](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/guaranteed-commercial-security) - [Restaurants](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/restaurants) - [employee theft](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/employee-theft) - [Construction](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/construction) - [False Alarm Permits](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/false-alarm-permits) - [Fraud](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/fraud) - [Government Security](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/government-security) - [Technology](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/technology) - [criminal captures](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/criminal-captures) - [education](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/education) # 3 Ways Sonitrol Security Alarms Are Different From Other Alarms ![Joe Wilson](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2024%20Website/Images/joe-blog-avatar.png?width=50&height=50&name=joe-blog-avatar.png) by [Joe Wilson](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/author/joe-wilson) December 22, 2014 ![Sonitrol_Alarms](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/hs-fs/file-2256944476-jpg/Blog_Images/Sonitrol_Alarms.jpg) There are hundreds security companies out there who will sell you low end, inadequate consumer monitored security products; such as surveillance CCTV cameras, listening devices, motion detectors, and various alarms that look cool and some working off smart devices - but will they properly protect your business? The so called security companies that sell you these "low-end' security alarms, may impress you with the latest technology, but it's very likely they don't have the security experience and expertise to recommend a fully integrated central station monitored security system that will really work to protect your premises, assets and employees. They primarily want to sell you any security device, maybe install it for you, and then the relationship is over. When looking at a security system, you have to consider your responsibility as it relates to business risk, your insurance policy and your employee safety, and going cheap with a self monitored systems is not recommended and will cost you when a crime is committed. #### Sonitrol Western Canada Is A Different Type Of Security Firm **1.) We offer a full range of technology** - to cover all of your security alarm system needs, from small businesses to very large multi-location companies in a [variety of industry solutions](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/best-security-solutions-for-all-types-of-business). We have solid security expertise in the warehouse and distribution business, construction sites, manufacturing facilities and other commercial businesses such as retail stores, pharmacies, jewellery stores, commercial and government buildings, as well as thousands of security installations in professional offices. As security consultants we're able to give you unbiased security advice, as our goal is to inform you about what the best security solution is for your risk level. We take a step back and get to understand your specific security needs through our extensive experience and training. We offer a security evaluation that results in a plan that will make sure that you get the right technology, installed in the right location, to truly protect your people and property. We bring decades of security experience in designing security systems and making security recommendations (best practices, tips, processes) for industries and commercial operations. **2.) Once the Sonitrol security system is installed** - we start a program of [24x7 monitoring](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/central-video-cctv-audio-monitoring) of your premises by our security specialists in our central monitoring station. We develop an on-going relationship with all our clients and our monitoring professionals get to know you and get a feel for how you business and building operates. Using SonaVision, our clients can login remotely and view a live video feed and our operators are quickly in-touch with owners and site managers if there are any security questions or issues. If a break-in is detected, our security specialists call in the "verified crime in progress" to the local emergency services. So if your business is anywhere in Western Canada, the local Police services are notified and responding priority 1 as it is a call for service at a SonitrolvVerified protected facility.   #### But Also Sonitrol is different from other alarm companies in a third way... [Our Gaurantee!](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/guaranteed-solutions-commitment-to-service)   **3.) We're so confident in our security solutions -** and technology and our industry leading responsive verified alarm service, that no one else in the commercial security alarm industry can match our guarantees. Check them out for yourself and compare them with other companies ...ask your present Alarm Company to match our warranties …. they simply will not be able to match our security gaurantee. **$5,000 Performance Warranty:** Sonitrol will pay for the first $5,000 of any undetected loss in addition to any insurance you may have if a forced entry is undetected and the proper authority is not notified. **Satisfaction Guarantee:** Sonitrol will give a full unconditional refund of your installation fee and remove our equipment from your premises if, for any reason, you are dissatisfied with your Sonitrol service up to six months after installation. **Emergency Service Guarantee:** Sonitrol guarantees the on-site arrival of a service technician the same day of your request, (as long as you contact us during office hours, otherwise next day service) Sonitrol will pay you $50 if we do not respond within this time frame, and, if Sonitrol is unable to repair the system, we will arrange and pay for on-site protection of your facility until the system is repaired, provided that the problem is associated with Sonitrol equipment and is not caused by misuse of the system, fire, flood, or an Act of God, beyond the control of Sonitrol. **False Alarm Fine Guarantee:** If you receive a false alarm citation for a false alarm that was dispatched by Sonitrol and not caused by your personnel, the telephone company, or an Act of God, Sonitrol will represent you in cancelling the citation with your local Police False Alarm Coordinator. Crime Deterrent: Sonitrol has more than 171,000 criminal captures, and has the highest documented criminal apprehension rate in the industry. Therefore, because Sonitrol is so good at capturing criminals, thieves will avoid entering Sonitrol-monitored sites! If you're a construction manager, facility manager, retail store owner, or professional business owner, and you're concerned about the security of your business, building, products, and staff, give us a call to discuss your security needs. We're not interested in selling you basic alarms or CCTV cameras - we want to help you get a Verified security system in place that will deter criminals and protect your business. Contact us to request a Free Security Plan and to set-up an appointment. [![Download Your FREE 12-Page Guide Now!](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/325814/7c6db35b-8b65-4728-965e-a8a7c955c2e2.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/325814/7c6db35b-8b65-4728-965e-a8a7c955c2e2) **About Sonitrol Western Canada ** We're so confident in our technology and responsive service, that no one else in the industry can match our guarantee. Our unique verified audio and CCTV video business security solutions enable our operators to hear and see what is happening in your business before the criminals gain entry!! We verify the actual source of the alarm, and we get the police to attend the scene immediately. FOR A FREE SECURITY AUDIT, click here, or call 1-866-766-4876 - We are a security company with over 150 offices across North America serving clients across Western Canada in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Victoria, Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon. Sonitrol Western Canada, with its Verified Electronic Security Systems, is committed to providing customers with the most comprehensive security protection. Cooperation in the elimination of false alarms is not only beneficial to the system’s user, but results in better protection of the entire community by allowing law enforcement to use their resources as efficiently as possible. **Tags: ** [Retail Security, ](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/retail-security) [Security Tips, ](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/security-tips) [CCTV Video Surveillance, ](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/cctv-video-surveillance) [Office Workplace Security](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/topic/office-workplace-security) ![Joe Wilson](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2024%20Website/Images/joe-blog-avatar.png?width=50&height=50&name=joe-blog-avatar.png) Post by [Joe Wilson](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/blog/author/joe-wilson) December 22, 2014 We provide our customers with the best commercial security solutions and quality service backed by our unique Guarantee and Commitment to Service. 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