--- title: Lower Mainland Security Systems | Surveillance and Burglar Alarms description: "Sonitrol is the #1 Lower Mainland security system / burglar alarm company - our operators hear and see what is happening in your business" --- # #1 Lower Mainland Security System & Burglar Alarm Company ### Why Do The Lower Mainland Police Respond To Sonitrol Burglar Alarms And Not Others? Because Police trust Sonitrol Alarms! We only use verifed burglar alarms, so we have *very low 3% false alarm rates, and over the years we've built strong partnerships with local Police departments.  That's why the Police hurry to respond to Sonitrol alarms ... and not to others.* **FACT: The average Police response time to a Sonitrol burglar alarm is just 3.5 minutes!**    Unlike conventional alarms, **Sonitrol's unique verified audio and video security system** enables our operators to hear and see what's happening the instant the criminals gain entry. We verify the actual source of the alarm, we get the police to attend the scene immediately, and we relay real-time break-in information to the responding officers, so they can catch the criminals. **More FACTS about Sonitrol - The #1 Lower Mainland Security System & Burglar Alarm Company** - We have the best criminal capture rate in the industry (over 170,000 apprehensions to date!). - We have the fewest false alarms (Less than 3% vs. a 98% from the rest of the alarm industry). - We have verified audio and video burglar detection, full remote verification and 100% coverage. - We have a commitment to service and a unique guarantee that is second to none, which unverified, conventional alarm companies simply cannot match! - We fully support, and conform to, municipality verified alarm response policies. ***"My advice ... purchase a Sonitrol verified response alarm system to protect your business ... it's the best security system available and the Lower Mainland Police are guaranteed to respond." Joe Wilson, CEO, Sonitrol Western Canada.*** **Still not convinced?** [Download this FREE eBook and learn what other security companies aren't telling you - "25 Misconceptions About Conventional Alarm Systems"](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/25-misconceptions-about-commercial-alarm-systems). 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## All Other Alarms vs. Sonitrol Verified Alarms ![sonitrol-coverage](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/hs-fs/hubfs/2024%20Website/Images/sonitrol-coverage.jpg?width=941&height=272&name=sonitrol-coverage.jpg) ## Catching Criminals is What We Do ### All Other Alarms - Other alarm systems have a false alarm rate of up to 98% - Cannot tell the difference between real trouble and false alarms - Cover only part of a facility, from limited points of entry - Activated after break-in, when intruder is already inside - Most monitoring personnel call the facility first to verify break in, then call the owner to see if they should send police - Most use audible alarms which alert intruders, and makes it easy for criminals to test the system ### Sonitrol Verified Alarms - Sonitrol has a low false alarm rate backed by a false alarm guarantee - Trained operators listen to live audio, recognize non-threatening noises and reset the system - Complete coverage from any point of entry - Detection while intruder is still attempting to gain entry - Sonitrol Operators confirm with live audio immediately, call police and stay in contact to provide real-time intelligence to assist with apprehension - Silent alarm leads to Sonitrol's high apprehension rate All Other Alarms Sonitrol Verified Alarms Other alarm systems have a false alarm rate of up to 98% Sonitrol has a low false alarm rate backed by a false alarm guarantee Cannot tell the difference between real trouble and false alarms Trained operators listen to live audio, recognize non-threatening noises and reset the system Cover only part of a facility, from limited points of entry Complete coverage from any point of entry Activated after break-in, when intruder is already inside Detection while intruder is still attempting to gain entry Most monitoring personnel call the facility first to verify break in, then call the owner to see if they should send police Sonitrol Operators confirm with live audio immediately, call police and stay in contact to provide real-time intelligence to assist with apprehension Most use audible alarms which alert intruders, and makes it easy for criminals to test the system Silent alarm leads to Sonitrol's high apprehension rate [Get Your Free Security Plan](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/lower-mainland-security-systems-and-burglar-alarm-company#form) ## Client Testimonials Read real-life experiences and satisfaction with Sonitrol’s verified video security and monitoring services. "I’m sold on your technology and happy to tell any other contractors how well this verified system works." ###### Jim De Vos Site Superintendent, Bogner Construction "The RCMP referred us to your company two years ago, after experiencing repeat false alarms and break-ins with our conventional alarm provider. As you promised, on installation of your Sonitrol intrusion system our false alarms and break-ins ceased." ###### Steven W Malkowich Jr Publisher, Now "Having lost faith in conventional alarm systems (not to mention our peace of mind), we made the decision to switch to Sonitrol" ###### Alison Szabo Volvo Penta [Get Your Free Security Plan](https://www.sonitrolwesterncanada.com/lower-mainland-security-systems-and-burglar-alarm-company#form) ©2026 Sonitrol Western Canada. All rights reserved.