Yes. You should always ensure that only current employees can access your facility. Re-keying your locks is fast, inexpensive and good security policy. You can also choose to implement a wireless keyless lock solution for your business that will eliminate the need for the re-keying of physical locks.
Burglary Facts
Home Burglary Facts
According to the FBI, burglary is defined as the unlawful entry of a structure to commit a felony or a theft. Additionally, to classify an offense as a burglary, the use of force to gain entry need not have occurred, New York is a safer city today, but it was once infamous worldwide for the high crime rate and the incessant burglaries. The most recently released comprehensive data is from the FBI is from 2017 and is summarized:
A Summary Overview
- In 2017, there were an estimated 1,401,840 burglaries, a decrease of 7.6 percent when compared with 2016 data. The number of burglaries decreased 27.4 percent when compared with 2013 data and was down 37.1 percent when compared with the 2008 estimate.
- Burglaries accounted for 18.2 percent of the estimated number of property crimes.
- By subcategory, 57.5 percent of burglaries involved forcible entry, 36.2 percent were unlawful entries, and 6.3 percent were attempted forcible entry.
- Victims of burglary offenses suffered an estimated $3.4 billion in property losses in 2017. The average dollar loss per burglary offense was $2,416.
- Burglaries of residential properties accounted for 67.2 percent of all burglary offenses.
Don’t fall victim to burglars, protect your residence and your business
Even if New York is safer it still remains one of the biggest metropolis in the world, with the inherent raise in crime and burglaries. Paragon Security offers comprehensive security system solutions anywhere and everywhere in New York City, including Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island. We have locations throughout Manhattan, in areas such as the West Village, Financial District, Upper West Side, Harlem, Midtown East, Union Square, Tribeca, Gramercy, Upper East Side, Chinatown, East Village, and more.
To protect your home or business from burglaries in New York City, please contact us today.
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Should I change locks after an employee leaves?
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Why do you recommend locks that seem so expensive?We believe that you should only have to pay once for a security need. Purchasing the very best quality hardware is the best way to stay safe. In the security business it is certainly true that you get what you pay for!
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I can install the hardware, why not buy it at the home center and do it myself?Products typically sold in home stores are typically for residential homes. For commercial needs, you require characteristics such as, pick and drill resistance and protection against unauthorized key duplication. Commercial security systems should be professionally selected and installed for the best results.
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"Paul was fantastic"He showed up after hours quickly and was able to get into our home after the lock clearly was heavily damaged. Without his help we would have been further impacted.- Bryan T.
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"Very happy with the service"I've been using Paragon for more than 20 years. Gal was here most recently to repair several door handles that had become loose. He was knowledgeable, fast and efficient.- Martin H.
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"Such a pleasure to work with Paragon"The team was so easy to work with and helpful, very professional and most especially, calm, given the unusual conditions... Such a pleasure to work with Paragon and their positive back-of-the-house team as well! Highly recommend them!!!- Elizabeth H.
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"Kind, quick and efficient"I called and Paul answered and arrived at my apartment very quickly. My bathroom door had accidentally locked and Paul got it open within a minute.- Todd P.
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"Very meticulous and professional"Gal did an excellent job installing a smart lock for my home. Job was finished beautifully. Would highly recommend him and the company for any lock and security needs.- McKenzie C.
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"Top notch experience."Arrived early, had the necessary parts, and the job was completed in around 20 minutes. Highest recommendation- Mike D.