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Think Your Business Is Safe? 3 Signs Your Security System Is Failing You

By Wayne Wahrsager | March 28, 2025
Think Your Business Is Safe? 3 Signs Your Security System Is Failing You

When was the last time you took a hard look at your business’s security system? Many Long Island business owners assume they’re protected—until a break-in, equipment failure, or costly theft proves otherwise.

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How Long Island Security Systems Can Stop Retail Theft Before It Happens

By Wayne Wahrsager | February 15, 2025
How Long Island Security Systems Can Stop Retail Theft Before It Happens

Retail theft isn’t just a big-city problem anymore—it’s happening every day in local businesses across Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn, and the Bronx. From convenience stores to clothing boutiques, shoplifters and smash-and-grab thieves are targeting businesses that lack proper surveillance and alarm protection.

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Why So Many Business Owners Are Ditching Big-Box Alarm Companies in Long Island

By Wayne Wahrsager | January 10, 2025
Why So Many Business Owners Are Ditching Big-Box Alarm Companies in Long Island

When you run a business in Long Island or the surrounding boroughs—Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, or the Bronx—you can’t afford to trust your safety to just any security provider. Yet many business owners are stuck with national alarm companies that offer cookie-cutter solutions, long wait times, and frustrating customer service.

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How A Modern Commercial Security System Boosts Productivity & Profits on Long Island

By Wayne Wahrsager | December 5, 2024

A modern commercial security system is an investment in the future of your business. From enhancing safety to streamlining operations and boosting profits, the benefits are undeniable.

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How Video Surveillance Can Prevent Slip and Fall Lawsuits in New York

By Wayne Wahrsager | October 20, 2024
How Video Surveillance Can Prevent Slip and Fall Lawsuits in New York

Slip and fall lawsuits are as old as time, and they’ve become even more prevalent after the pandemic. Considering how rampant these claims are, every business needs the added liability protection that video surveillance can provide. Consider the following information about preventing slip and fall lawsuits with video surveillance. 

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Area-Controlled Small Business Security

By Wayne Wahrsager | October 5, 2024

Now is the time to assess the adequacy of your small business security. New York small business owners need adequate security technology more than ever before, in a time of elevated criminal risks that transcend industry and location. Commercial Fire & Security can help, with area-controlled small business security solutions for any property size. Here’s…

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Back to school & real life: Essentials for busy parents

By Wayne Wahrsager | September 20, 2024
Back to school & real life: Essentials for busy parents

When kids go back to school, home security can give parents true peace of mind. Find out what you’re missing.

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What Is A Glass Break Detector & Why Do I Need It?

By Wayne Wahrsager | August 19, 2024

While the motion sensors in your system may be enough to stop an intruder from following through with his plans, consider this: If he decides that breaking the glass on a door or window is his ticket to entry, then the glass break detectors will send him running even faster.

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Harnessing Advanced Technology: Integrating AI into Your Business Security System

By Wayne Wahrsager | July 11, 2024
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Security isn’t just about protecting physical assets; it’s about leveraging technology to stay ahead of evolving threats. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming business security systems, offering unprecedented capabilities in threat detection, operational efficiency, and risk management. Here’s how integrating AI can revolutionize your business security strategy. AI-Powered Video Surveillance: Beyond Traditional Security AI-driven video surveillance…

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Discover the Advantages of a Locally Owned and Operated Central Station with Commercial Security & Fire

By Wayne Wahrsager | June 10, 2024
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Think all central stations for alarm monitoring are the same? Think again. The reality is that around 90% of electronic security companies don’t own their own central stations. Instead, they rely on third-party providers that pretend to be the customer’s security company when responding to alarm signals. These third-party stations could be located in a…

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