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ABOUT

A-Tech has always been locally owned and operated and gives you the best of local service. A division of BK Two-Way Radio, we have provided home security solutions for over 25 years. 

Offering home and business security services in Prince George and surrounding areas, we are committed to providing a safe, secure experience for our customers and their families.

ABOUT A-TECH | 7-STAR PROTECTION

In addition to alarm response for burglary, fire, and medical alarms we include the following—at no extra charge—with your monthly monitoring fee:

HOME SECURITY TIPS

Even with a monitored home security system and/or a video surveillance system, there are some things you can do to minimize the risk of break-in:

 

  • Install motion activated exterior lights to keep entrances and pathways well-lit and visible;

  • Keep ground floor windows closed and locked;

  • Use deadbolt locks on all exterior doors;

  • Exterior doors should be solid wood or metal with a heavy-duty strike plate securely installed;

  • Don’t leave a spare key under the doormat, on top of the door frame, or anywhere else obvious; Note: If you must leave a spare key, be original and find a hiding spot that nobody would think of or install a keypad lock;

  • Don’t broadcast your vacation plans on Facebook or other social media;

  • Install a timer to turn inside lights on and off while you are away;

  • Don’t advertise valuables by leaving them easily visible through windows;

Be sure to lock all protected doors and windows and keep all pets, balloons, electric fans and heaters away from motion sensor areas.

a hand opening a door
a very brightly lit backyard at sunset

Reference your User’s Manual if you plan to:

  • Test your system;

  • Sell your home or business;

  • Hire domestic help;

  • Fumigate your premises;

  • Change your telephone system;

  • Install anything near the system device;

  • Remodel or renovate your home or business, including:

    • Replacing doors or windows;

    • Installing siding, sky-lights or ceiling fans;

    • Moving and/or removing wallpaper;

    • Sanding floors;

    • Installing air conditioning or insulation;

    • Painting or plastering;

    • Installing intercoms;

    • Installing and/or moving mirrors, paintings, or pictures.

 

If you have any questions after you have reviewed your system’s User’s Manual please call A-Tech Security at 250.561.0236 or toll-free at 1.888.561.0236.

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Be prepared! Your community’s emergency services are ready to respond when your security system calls, but they need your help to prevent false alarms.

AVOID FALSE ALARMS

Up to 76% of all false alarms—commercial and residential—are caused by user error. Instruct anyone who will use your system to feel confident that they can arm, disarm and be aware of false alarms: children, babysitters, employees, neighbours, real-estate agents, etc… Make special arrangements for guests, repair technicians or others who may have access to your premises.

 

False alarms are a source of many problems because they:

  • take police, fire and emergency medical personnel away from real emergencies;

  • lead neighbors to ignore your alarm when it sounds;

  • reduce the perceived reliability and credibility of your security system;

  • may make your reluctant to use your system, which would expose your home and/or business to undetected hazards;

  • waste taxpayers’ money;

  • can lead to costly fines.

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Sources of false activations can include:

  • electrical/electronic items that quickly change in temperature;

  • open, unlocked, or loose fitting doors and windows;

  • drafts that move plants, chandeliers and curtains;

  • wandering pets, stray animals, or large insects;

  • helium-filled balloons and party decorations.

a room with balloons floating in it
a dog laying on its back in front of a fireplace

To prevent false alarms, it is important to make sure everyone who uses your system is familiar with the User’s Manual and understands how the system works.

 

Anyone with a key to your home or business should know how to:

  • operate your system;

  • have a permanent/temporary PIC;

  • cancel an accidently activated alarm;

 

Have A-Tech Security check and service your system regularly—routine maintenance can help prevent many false alarms.

 

Notify A-Tech immediately if you think your system isn’t working properly.

To make sure you have all of the necessary security options,
please call, click or come in!
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