Protection at Home

Technology services

CCTV

A CCTV surveillance system provides complete visibility of your home, and enhanced security for you and your family.

We offer the latest digital high-definition, motion-sensing security cameras and select the best technology to meet your needs, with no brand bias. And with our experience of installing in private homes, we’ll ensure that the installation works in harmony with your décor.

Our systems can be remotely monitored round the clock from our dedicated control room. If there is an incident, our response team will be dispatched to your property, armed with real-time intelligence from the monitoring station.

Our service includes maintenance and 24/7 emergency callouts, and we’ll also service your existing CCTV systems.

Smart home technology

Home automation technology is becoming ever more prevalent, but with an increased number of internet-connected devices comes an increased IT security risk.

Many ‘professional’ AV installers operate outside of the security industry’s standards, but we are uniquely placed as experts in both security and technology to provide cutting-edge, professionally installed and secure smart home solutions.

We work with you to ensure you get the most out of the latest technology, while adhering to the highest security standards so your devices aren’t left vulnerable to hacking.

Without any brand bias, we help you select products from industry leaders including Control4, Creston, AMX and Lutron.

Drone technology

At Knight Security, we use unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), or drones, proactively, deploying them to monitor large sites such as private estates where standard security patrols are not practical or cost-effective.

However, criminals also use small, commercially available drones to invade privacy or carry out reconnaissance before they act.

We can supply and advise you on measures to detect and protect you from these risks, such as physical solutions and electronic countermeasures.

Remote monitoring and support

Our round-the-clock remote monitoring service is staffed by highly trained security operatives, and provides real-time intelligence to our alarm response teams so they are fully aware of the evolving situation during a security alert.

Whether it is an intruder alarm or CCTV system, our rapid response times – recognised as being among the fastest in the country – mean that the chance of theft or property damage is reduced, and ensures residents are not put in harm’s way.

We can also provide remote monitored access to your property for third parties, so you don’t have the inconvenience of attending yourself. We will unlock your home, monitor their access via CCTV, secure your property on departure and tell you when the visit is complete.

Electronic gates

Not only are gates a key element of home security, they’re also the first impression visitors have of your home. So we’ll make sure that your gates both suit your needs and make your home more secure.

From an initial consultation through to installation and ongoing maintenance, our experienced engineering team will carry out the entire process, ensuring that important safety measures are put in place and providing you with guidance, training and advice on operating your gates.

Intruder alarms

Domestic burglaries are on the increase, but by installing a Knight Security intruder alarm system, you can drastically reduce the risk of becoming a victim.

We can provide the latest wireless alarm systems, which have no unattractive exposed cables or need expensive decorative works following installation.

All of our home alarms are fitted by our skilled and experienced installers, and backed up by our 24/7 offsite monitoring and alarm response team.

We help clients large and small, with installations costing as little as £200. And as we are an SSAIB-approved company, you could also benefit from reduced insurance premiums due to our quality certification.

Access control

From intercoms and keypad solutions on entrance gates, to cylinder locks in front doors and biometric devices for secure areas, we offer a complete range of access control and door entry solutions.

Professionally installed systems allow you to set different access levels and times for residents and staff, provide an audit trail to monitor who has accessed your property and when, and give you the ability to change or remove access remotely, from anywhere in the world.

Our systems are installed by our experienced engineers – and, in most cases, we can seamlessly integrate a new system with any existing measures.

Whatever your needs, we’ll work with you to ensure your property is secure.

Fire Alarms

With a fire detection system by Knight Security, you can have peace of mind that you are reducing the risk of fire in your home.

We are fully trained in the latest standards governing fire alarm installations. We will conduct a thorough fire risk assessment and use this to design a solution to suit your needs – all carried out to the minimum British Standard of BS 5839:2013.

We can also install emergency lighting to guide occupants to emergency exits in the event of a power failure. And with our years of experience working with residential clients, we’ll ensure that the installation fits with your property’s décor.

Wireless and temporary solutions

With Knight Security, you can secure a property that is vacant for long periods without making a long-term commitment to a security contract.

Our temporary security systems use the latest mobile, camera and battery technology to provide flexible solutions that adapt as your needs change. These systems can be installed at short notice and can be rented, so you only commit for a short period, and our experienced engineers simply install and remove the equipment as required by you.

Guarding services

Manned guarding

Security guards provide a constant reassuring presence at your premises.

Our guards are SIA-trained, have chosen security as a profession, in most cases have police or military experience, and have to pass one of the most stringent vetting procedures in the industry to work with us, so you can be sure that they are reliable and trustworthy.

We provide our officers with regular training and feedback to ensure their knowledge and skills remain first class. They receive site-specific instructions and remain on their regular sites, which provides continuity and fosters good working relationships.

As part of our standard service, your property receives regular visits from the mobile supervisor, and we provide security signage free of charge.

We deploy cutting-edge technology to support our sites and provide you with real-time security reports.

Close protection

We provide VIP security and bodyguard services to high-profile individuals such as royalty, government officials, business executives and celebrities, and their families.

We work with you every step of the way, helping you to understand the risks, instigate measures to minimise them, and choose the right personnel for your needs.

Our operatives boast years of service in the military or the Metropolitan Police’s Protection Command units such as SO1, SO6 and SO14.

They are adaptable, equally adept at providing close protection in high-risk environments abroad, or during social events or leisure activities closer to home. They are also highly trained: we can deploy operatives with specialisms including advanced medical, counter-surveillance and translation skills.

Private events

We have years of experience in providing security to high-profile events at corporate locations and the most prestigious private venues in the UK.

We will provide a risk assessment before the event, and work with your events team to design and implement appropriate security arrangements.

Our officers are highly professional, with first-class communication skills, extensive event experience and the ability to seamlessly integrate with the other teams involved. They recognise the warning signs of security issues and act quickly to diffuse any situation, keeping disruption to a minimum.

And as they are often the first and last impression your guests have of your event, our officers conduct themselves in a positive manner at all times.

Estate security and residential security teams (RST)

Knight Security has a proud history of working with estates and heritage sites, providing tailored residential security services including gate duty, internal patrols, incident response, CCTV monitoring and systems maintenance.

We recognise that security is often the first impression at such locations, so carefully select and vet our officers to ensure they combine police or military experience with first-class communication skills.

Alongside this, our teams are experienced at building a professional rapport with other on-site workers such as events, housekeeping, maintenance and gardening staff.

Dog patrols and searches

A guard dog patrolling your residence provides a far greater deterrent than a security officer alone, with the ability to sense issues from further away. We supply highly trained teams of security officers and guard dogs and co-ordinate them with other security teams and on-site operations.

Our dog teams also perform explosives and narcotics searches in environments including residential estates, private parties and award ceremonies. All operational dogs operate under the quality standards of NASDU and have their competence tested monthly, so you can be sure they will perform their duties to the highest standard.

Keyholding services

Keyholding and alarm response

Knight Security has been recognised as having the one of the fastest alarm response rates in the country.

So when your alarm activates at an inconvenient moment, you can be confident that we will respond promptly and manage the situation effectively, and you are not putting yourself or your family at risk.

Our security officers will check your property, reset the alarm, liaise with any third parties and ensure it is secured before they leave.

We handle call-outs from start to finish, ensuring you are not disturbed unless there is an emergency.

And we can put this service in place within 24 hours – all for less than £1 a day.

Mobile patrols and escorts

Protecting your property day and night, security patrols are a less costly alternative to 24/7 guarding and a strong deterrent to criminals.

If you are away on business or on holiday, we can provide peace of mind with an increased security presence and regular checks for unpredictable issues such as flooding, taking action before significant damage is done.

We can tailor the service to meet your needs – for example, patrolling hourly or daily, and scheduling visits to avoid predictability – and provide free security warning signage.

We deploy the latest technology to support our officers and can provide you with real-time security reports.

And with our security escorts, you can allow third parties into your property without being there yourself. Our licensed offers will escort them, ensuring they remain only in the areas they require access to, and secure your property when they leave.

Vacant property inspections

We can provide regular patrols of your vacant properties, giving you peace of mind that they are safe in your absence. This includes general security, looking for problems such as flooding, and performing tasks such as dealing with mail and lighting to give the impression of occupancy.

Advisory services

Physical penetration testing

Wealthy individuals’ homes can be a particular target for criminals.
Our highly trained team of security consultants have deep experience of simulating attacks on your property and grounds. In this way we identify any vulnerabilities in your security architecture, enable you to understand the type of risks to your home/s, and provide practical solutions to mitigate against the identified risks.
During the test we adopt techniques used by criminals to gain access. This tests the reaction of your existing security, the credibility of your access control systems and CCTV, as well as the awareness of occupants and any domestic staff. The test is non-aggressive, so nothing is damaged.

Anti-kidnap and extortion

Whether you are a business, an individual or a family, Knight Security can help you mitigate the risk of kidnap and extortion – from advising on robust policies and personal security, to crisis management if such an incident occurs.

These situations are often fast-moving, complex and emotional, and it is crucial that those affected get the best advice and a swift resolution.

Our experts have handled more than 200 kidnaps as practitioners, tacticians and strategists – without loss of life – and provide the calm, practical advice and support required. We can deal with law enforcement agencies, drawing on several years of kidnap and ransom experience inside the services.