Is Rogers Business Security the Right Choice For You?

When it comes to securing your business, you can’t afford to take shortcuts. A weak security system is like locking your doors but leaving the windows wide open. It might look good on paper, but when tested, it fails.

But what system do you invest in? Not an easy decision, right? Well.. it actually is. 

On March 15, 2021, it was announced that Rogers was purchasing Shaw, giving it a stronger foothold in Western Canada. As a result, Rogers announced that it was expanding its ‘Self Protect’ Home Security Solution to Western Canada.

Rogers has now gone one step further, with the introduction of Business Security to Western Canada. The company is now offering cybersecurity services and business surveillance to companies in the provinces of Alberta, Manitoba, British Columbia and Saskatchewan.

Rogers, and other alarm companies like Telus, are marketed as a reliable and cost-effective solution, offering businesses affordable plans and flexible features, but do they truly protect your business from real threats?

In this blog, we’ll examine the pros and cons of Rogers Business Security, highlight its weaknesses, and explain why Sonitrol is the only real choice for businesses serious about security.

The Advantages of Rogers Business Security

1. Affordable Plans

Rogers offers budget-friendly pricing, making it attractive for small businesses looking to reduce costs. On their website, surveillance cameras are available for as little as $25-$30 each, depending on the term chosen.

While affordability is appealing, cost-cutting often comes at the expense of quality. In security, a cheap solution that fails when needed is no solution at all. The old adage, if it sounds too good to be true, applies here. Rogers and Telus security systems are fine for individual residential security, but are not qualified to protect a business.

2. Customizable Options

Rogers provides some flexibility, allowing businesses to choose smart features like motion heat mapping, motion search, and object detection. While customization sounds good, even the best-configured Rogers system doesn’t address critical security gaps, and as we've discussed before - motion sensor alarms are simply no good at preventing or deterring criminal activity and do not get a Police Response.

These systems require business staff to dial in and view video clips…. As if you are going to get up in the middle of the night and watch your video then call the police to report a break-in… what is the point?

3. Meets Insurance Requirements

Many businesses install security systems to meet insurance guidelines. Rogers Business Security can check that box. But meeting requirements isn’t the same as preventing crime. A security system should do more than just satisfy paperwork, it should actively deter threats and stop intrusions before they happen.

It may meet your insurance for now, but as soon as you’ve been hit by a criminal your company’s premium is going to skyrocket.

The Disadvantages of Rogers Business Security

1. It’s a Reactive System, Not a Preventative One

Rogers Business Security primarily relies on motion sensors and surveillance cameras. This setup can record break-ins but does little to prevent them. Professional criminals know they can be in and out before anyone reacts, and they can remain unseen by wearing a disguise or shooting paintballs at the camera.

2. It’s Not Verified

Rogers' system does not provide verified alarm monitoring. This means police must assume every alarm could be false, leading to slow response times, or no response at all. In fact, many police departments no longer respond to unverified alarms. Sonitrol’s verified alarms, on the other hand, provide real-time audio and video confirmation via our 24/7 monitoring centre, ensuring law enforcement takes every alarm seriously.

3. Motion Sensors Leave Blind Spots

Motion sensors alone create gaps in security. Criminals familiar with these systems know how to avoid detection. Sonitrol’s verified intrusion detection covers every angle, using audio intrusion-based technology to detect break-ins before they happen. Google Mythbusters to see how easy it is for thieves to not trip motions sensors.

4. It Doesn’t Deter Crime

Criminals know which security systems work, and which don’t. Rogers Business Security doesn’t carry the same deterrent effect as Sonitrol. Professional criminals avoid properties with Sonitrol’s verified alarms because they know police response is swift and effective.

Why Verified Security Matters

Most alarm providers, including Rogers, rely on outdated technology that results in false alarms, poor police response, and no real security. Sonitrol is different. We don’t just detect crime, we stop it.

Here’s why Sonitrol stands out:

• Industry-Leading False Alarm Rate: Only 3% (compared to over 90% for conventional alarm systems).
• Fastest Police Response Time: 3.5 minutes on average. Police don’t even bother responding to other alarms that are unverified.
• Proven Track Record: Over 188,000 criminals apprehended across North America and counting.
• Guaranteed Commitment to Service: We put our money where our mouth is like no other alarm company can afford to do with our guaranteed $5,000 performance warranty.

Rogers Provides Internet. Sonitrol Provides Security.

Would you trust a security company to provide your internet? Absolutely not. So why trust a phone and internet company to handle your security?

If you want real protection, not just the illusion of security, choose Sonitrol. Our verified security solutions ensure your business is covered 24/7 with advanced audio intrusion and video verification, deterring criminals before they even strike. Criminals know our name, and they stay far away.

Don’t settle for a system that merely checks a box. Choose a security solution that truly protects your business. Contact Sonitrol today for a free security plan.