Computer thief apprehended!
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Last week, our Central Station operator, Hannah, received a door alarm from a commercial property we secure. She verified the alarm and dispatched police. Law enforcement officers responded at once. Officer Miles and Officer Kavanaugh caught a suspect attempting to get away with a computer. Officers made the apprehension, and our customer’s business was secured….
Apprehension and Inventory Protected!
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Another apprehension! When our Central Station operator Maye received a video alarm at a local heating and air business we secure, she verified the alarm and dispatched police. Maye was able to provide responding law enforcement with details from the video, including the suspect’s description and attire, and she let them know he was rummaging…
Nominated for the Community Award
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Police Chief, Phil Smith, and Special Projects Coordinator, Officer Taylor Merriss, stopped by this morning to say thank you for Sonitrol’s continued support of local law enforcement and let us know we’ve been nominated for the Community Award to be presented at the annual Policeman’s Ball in September. We are so excited for the nomination….
Family-owned and operated
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Father and son, Dr. Mark Standring and Sam Standring, are pictured below at the 2024 SNDA (Sonitrol National Dealer’s Association) Convention in Louisville. Sonitrol continues to be a family-owned and operated company, with over 50 years of serving the security needs of commercial businesses and properties. Our verified alarms are proven and trusted by police….
Interview with our founder
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In 1969, our founder, “Doc” Standring, opened his Sonitrol franchise, a verified electronic security company. Over fifty years later, we continue to protect commercial and residential properties with innovative technology and a team of professionals who are always on the job twenty-four hours a day. Call us for a free consultation at (800)444-1191. We…
Great job, Officer Winn!
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Last night Jessica stopped by Evansville Police Department to thank Officer Korey Winn for his work in apprehending two suspects on one of our alarms. When Sonitrol’s Central Station operator, DJ, received the alarm at a local high school we protect, EPD responded and found two suspects on site who had been in the building….
Theft prevented with Sonitrol!
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Another satisfied customer reached out to us this week after our Central Station team responded to an alarm, preventing a theft. Sonitrol operator, Liz, received a video alarm just after midnight. When she saw the individuals in the lot attempting to steal old A/C units, she alerted the customer and dispatched EPD. This was a…
Two apprehensions!
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Two apprehensions! Last night, Sonitrol’s Central Station operator, DJ, received a motion alarm at a local high school we protect. DJ verified a break-in and dispatched law enforcement. Evansville Police Department found two suspects on site who had been in the building. Great job, DJ and EPD! Sonitrol plus police make your school, office, or…
Fire monitoring prevents loss of life and property!
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Over the weekend, Sonitrol’s Central Station operator, DJ, received a fire alarm at an apartment complex we protect and monitor. DJ dispatched the fire department, who responded at once. Evansville Fire Department found a garbage bag smoldering due to a lit cigarette in the hallway of the building. They put it out before it grew…
Top Women in Business!
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Sonitrol’s Sherri Wright was recently named one of Junior League of Evansville’s 2023 Top Women in Business. Sherri, her husband, and sales colleagues from Sonitrol attended the Women’s Conference this week, where the recipients were recognized. Congratulations, Sherri!
Sonitrol of Evansville ranks in top 100 nationwide!
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The SDM 100 Report, from Security Dealer Magazine, ranks top alarm companies nationwide and has been published each year since 1991. Sonitrol of Evansville is proud to have ranked in the top 100 every year since 2009, this year at 78 in the industry. The SDM 100 Report looks at U.S. companies that earn their…
State-of-the-art Video Monitoring
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Verified Video Monitoring from Sonitrol, “SonaVision”, is a state-of-the-art surveillance system to protect your commercial property. When an alarm is tripped, this video monitoring allows not only you, the customer, to view live video from your place of business, it allows our twenty-four-seven Central Station team to pinpoint and verify the disturbance. Our operators can…
Showcasing our School Security Solutions
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Sonitrol’s Tom and Sherri are enjoying the Kentucky Association of School Administrators this week. They are joined by our colleague, Kyle Summers, from 3X Logic. This conference is the largest gathering of school administrators and superintendents. Our team is there to showcase our school solutions products and to network with current customers and potential future…
Sonitrol team increases school security Channel 14 News
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You may have seen some of our Sonitrol team on the news last week. Channel 14 News covered a story on Gibson Southern High School’s latest increase in security measures. Ben and Josh from Sonitrol can be seen in the video installing new door prop monitors to our commercial security system in place at the…
Warehouse apprehension!
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Over the weekend, our Central Station team detected an intrusion in progress at a warehouse we monitor. Central Station operator, Allison, dispatched Muncie Police Department, who were able to apprehend the suspect. Way to go, MPD and Allison! Call us for a FREE security design consultation to secure your commercial facility at (800)444-1191.
Intruder apprehended!
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Police officer recognition! We’d like to give a special shout-out to EPD Officers Henderson and Campbell, who responded to our alarm last weekend and apprehended an intruder. Over Memorial Day weekend, our Sonitrol Central Station operator, Maye, received a motion viewer video alarm of someone entering a building we secure. She verified a break-in was…
Suspect apprehended at local school!
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Just last week, Sonitrol’s Central Station operator, DJ, received a motion alarm at a local high school we secure. He dispatched local law enforcement to the scene. While responding to the incident, police found someone on the property with an outstanding warrant for drug dealing, along with multiple drugs. Nice job, DJ and EPD! If…
Suspect detained!
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Over the weekend, our Central Station operator, Tina, received a door alarm at a local school building we secure. She dispatched law enforcement, and they detained the suspect, who had entered the building. There is no reason to leave your property unsecured. Call Sonitrol at (800)444-1191 to have a FREE security consultation with our team…
Be prepared for Carbon Monoxide leaks!
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Last night, our Central Station operator, DJ, received a Carbon Monoxide alarm from a residence we secure with security and fire detection. He dispatched the fire department, who responded and determined there was a Carbon Monoxide leak in the basement. The fire department contacted the gas company to meet them so that the leak could…
Top ten nationwide!
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Here are a few pictures of our team enjoying the SNDA (Sonitrol Convention) in San Antonio. Sherri Wright will be recognized for being in the top 10 nationwide in two out of four sales categories. Below are some pictures of Sherri, along with some of the team from Sonitrol of Evansville and Sonitrol of Polk…
Great work, Owensboro Police Department!
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Recently, Sonitrol operator, Liz, dispatched on an alarm at a business we secure, and Owensboro Police Department apprehended two suspects who had broken into the building. To offer our appreciation, Jessica visited Owensboro Police Department last night to deliver gifts and cookies from The Granola Jar. Pictured from left to right: Jessica, Officer Austin Esther,…
Two suspects apprehended!
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Two intruders were apprehended! In the middle of the night, our Central Station operator, Liz, detected an intrusion and dispatched on a door alarm to a local business we secure. Owensboro Police Department responded and apprehended two suspects who had broken into the building. Great job, Liz! Great job, OPD! Sonitrol alarms and law enforcement…
Officer appreciation for apprehension!
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We want to thank Officer Weatherholt and Officer Garrison of the Henderson Police Department, for their work in apprehending a suspect recently who broke-in to a pharmacy we secure and monitor. When our Central Station operator, Chaz, received an alarm, he dispatched law enforcement, who responded at once. Before officers arrived, Chaz relayed more information…
All-star operators!
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You might remember these all-star Central Station operators from recent Sonitrol news. Chaz Fields dispatched on an alarm we monitor that resulted in an apprehension after suspects tried to rob a pharmacy. All merchandise was recovered! Maye Kincaide dispatched after receiving a video alarm of trespassers on a school roof. Not only are these operators…
Rooftop trespassers!
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Friday night, our Central Station operator, Maye, received a video alarm on the roof of a school we monitor. She saw two juveniles on the roof and dispatched police. In this case, the kids took off before police arrived, and no damage was done to the building. In other cases, would-be criminals are known to…
Suspect Apprehended!
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Shortly after midnight, our Central Station operator, Chaz, received an audio alarm and picked up sounds against the door of a pharmacy we monitor. He immediately dispatched police as he recognized the sounds of a break-in attempt. He accessed the video cameras and alerted responding officers that two suspects were inside the store, one in…
Successful Fire Alarm Dispatch!
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Early detection and the quick response of Evansville Fire Department saved lives this weekend! Our Central Station operator, Allison, received a fire alarm at a local housing complex we monitor and dispatched immediately. Monitored fire alarms from Sonitrol send instant signals to our Central Station in the event of an alarm and allow us to…
Our team protects your business
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Don’t leave your business vulnerable to overnight break-ins. With Verified Security from Sonitrol, our twenty-four-hour monitoring team can protect your property while you are away. Our industry-leading technology is trusted by police and proven to catch intruders. The moment we receive an alarm at your property, our team can listen to the audio sensors to…
Law Enforcement Appreciation Day 2023
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For Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, (L.E.A.D.), Team Sonitrol thanks our amazing law enforcement officers serving our communities. To show our appreciation, our Evansville and Muncie locations delivered cookies from Granola Jar and cupcakes from Charmed Cupcake Company to various police departments and sheriff departments in our regions. Without the partnership Sonitrol has with our law…
Minimize water damage with a verified alarm
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While we can’t prevent pipes from freezing and bursting, we can monitor your business property with a verified fire alarm and alert you when this unfortunate crisis occurs. This past week, our Central Station monitoring team alerted customers and dispatched fire department on several fire alarms that were caused by busted water pipes. In one…
Camera systems protect outdoor inventory
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Does your business have a camera system? Sonitrol offers a variety of industry-leading camera systems to protect your property. We provide indoor and outdoor cameras, along with 24-hour verified monitoring. Internal theft or after-hours break-ins aren’t the only crimes of the times. Criminals often target outdoor inventory that might seem protected with a fence. A…
The leader in alarms!
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Sonitrol Security is a local, family-owned business serving the Tri-State area since 1969, specializing in commercial alarms. We own our local Central Station, right here in Evansville, where our operators monitor alarms 24/7. Our services include verified video and audio alarms, DVRs and cameras, access control, UL fire systems, panic buttons, medical pendants, and gunshot…
Another building secured!
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After receiving a door alarm late at night at a local business we monitor, followed by sounds of someone moving around throughout the building, our Central Station operator, DJ, dispatched police. EPD located the person who allegedly entered the building while under the influence and was looking for a bathroom. While no arrests were made,…
Check out our thermal cameras!
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Is your business lot protected with thermal cameras? Recently our Central Station operators received a thermal alarm at a pawn shop we monitor. After receiving the initial thermal alarm, they were then able to pull up live video from the customer’s DVR-camera system for more real-time footage. They provided the police with details from the images…
Thank you, First Responders!
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To all who are first on the scene, from law enforcement to EMTs and paramedics, to firefighters to police K9s, Happy NATIONAL FIRST RESPONDERS DAY! Thank you for responding when emergencies and disasters arise and for being our first responders! Team Sonitrol appreciates your heroic job! #NationalFirstRespondersDay #Heroes
Fire extinguished by EFD!
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Not only does Sonitrol provide commercial security systems, but we also install and monitor commercial fire alarms. Yesterday afternoon, our Central Station operator, Maye, received a fire alarm on a parking garage we monitor. She dispatched the fire department, and they were able to extinguish an electrical fire in the stairwell of the garage. Nice…
Our operators are dedicated!
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Our Central Station operators work around the clock to monitor properties and keep the bad guys away from homes and businesses. They always shine! We specifically want to thank and congratulate our operators Tammy Greenlee and Liz Janis for perfect attendance for the third quarter of 2022! A special shoutout also goes to our Central…
Our team is dependable!
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When shopping for an alarm system, consider the team who will be taking care of your system, from sales to installation to service! At Sonitrol, our employees are dependable. Our installation and service team are professional and courteous, and they have been background checked and drug tested. The same goes for our 24-hour monitoring team…
Dispatched Fire Alarm Protects Property!
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Did you know Sonitrol installs and monitors commercial fire alarms? Last night our operators dispatched on a commercial fire alarm preventing total loss of the building. When one of our team, Chrystal, received a heat and water flow alarm, she dispatched the fire department. The Marion Fire Department found a small fire on scene, which…
Suspect apprehended!
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Late last night, our Central Station operator, Chaz, received an audio alarm from a business we secure. Our unique audio detection technology picks up noises on the outside of the building, and Chaz heard what sounded like banging on the door. Sure enough, local law enforcement arrived on the scene and apprehended the suspect, who…
Our alarms catch the criminals.
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Sonitrol’s unique technology enables our twenty-four-hour monitoring team to verify a break-in, while providing responding law enforcement with details in real-time. Most alarm companies depend on motion-detector technology, which means an intruder can find a nonconventional entry point, such as a roof, wall, or A/C unit, (it has happened), and bypass the door contacts. Once…
A name you can depend on!
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Choosing an alarm company for your commercial property isn’t easy. There’s so much to consider: Dependability, a proven track record, pricing, installation fees, and service charges, to name a few. At Sonitrol, we provide everything on that list and more. Dependability: Our 24/7 Central Station monitors alarms 365 days a year, around the clock. We…
High-definition Video protects your business
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Vandalism to company vehicles, broken rocks through windows, and stolen copper from HVAC units are just a few common crimes committed to the exterior of commercial properties. Many business owners opt to purchase DIY camera systems or to have cameras installed from a security company that doesn’t provide verification. But Sonitrol’s Verified Electronic Security sets…
Why choose Sonitrol?
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Sonitrol’s verified alarms are reliable. The false alarm rate of conventional alarms can reach 98 percent. Sonitrol’s ability to immediately verify an alarm keeps our false alarm rate low. Our local Central Station operators monitor alarms 24 hours a day and can detect a break-in while an intruder is attempting to gain entry into a…
Prevent break-ins with a Verified Alarm
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A busted doorknob, shattered glass, a door kicked in, leading to a smashed cash register and broken merchandise displays. Dread, anger, and helplessness overwhelm you at the police reports and insurance claims to follow, and the knowledge that criminals broke in your business after hours and shamelessly stole what was yours. Every business owner knows…
Secure your school with Sonitrol
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For over half a century, Sonitrol has been keeping schools across North America safe with our verified security systems. Whether preventing vandalism or break-ins while the students are on summer vacation or providing the security to ensure student and teacher safety during the year, Sonitrol serves more than 12,000 schools to date. Sonitrol of Evansville…
Toughen School Security
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Toughen up your school campus security with Managed Access Control from Sonitrol. Restrict and keep track of who goes where and when. Receive notifications if a door is left propped open. Designate authorized users for each entry point of your facility. Not only can you reduce the threat of internal and external theft, but you’ll…
Top alarm companies nationwide
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Security Dealer Magazine ranked the top alarm companies nationwide for their annual SDM 100 Report, and Sonitrol of Evansville made the list at number 79 in the industry. SDM looks at U.S. companies that earn revenues from the sale, installation, service, and monitoring of electronic security systems, such as intrusion, fire alarm, access control, and…
Our founder, Doc Standring!
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Happy Birthday weekend in Heaven to our founder, Dr. William “Doc” Standring! In 1969, Doc, an Evansville dentist, Hadi Shriner, and Navy vet, opened Sonitrol of Evansville to provide verified alarms to local businesses in the Tristate and to help police catch intruders. For over fifty years, Sonitrol of Evansville has protected the community with…
Our UL Certification sets us apart.
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Sonitrol of Evansville passed our annual UL inspection with flying colors. Not all alarm monitoring stations are created equal. In fact, we are one of few security companies who have the UL Certification. Backup generators and backup communication paths, so we can always be prepared for emergencies and continue to monitor accounts, are just a…
Wishing you a HAPPY BIRTHDAY, K9 Doc!
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We won’t have a chance to catch up with our favorite K9 Officer, Doc, and his human, Officer John Montgomery this weekend, but we want to say HAPPY 8th BIRTHDAY to K9 Doc! Here is a throwback photo from his last birthday. Once upon a time, Sonitrol was privileged to help EPD add Doc to…
Teacher Appreciation Week
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It is Teacher Appreciation Week. Thank you, Teachers! Team Sonitrol appreciates you. We are honored to offer the Safe Schools program from Sonitrol that provides verified audio and video monitoring, panic buttons, fire systems, and even gunshot detection to keep students, staff, teachers, and school facilities protected twenty-four-hours a day. Contact us to learn how…
Verified audio vs. traditional alarm
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Using innovative audio sensors and verified technology, Sonitrol provides 100% coverage of your commercial property. This means, we provide floor-to-ceiling, wall-to-wall protection. Here are a few reasons to consider a Verified audio alarm from Sonitrol vs. a traditional alarm: Traditional alarms often rely on motion detectors, which leave areas unprotected. Criminals may plan an intrusion…
Trusted by police
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Why do police trust Sonitrol? Sonitrol alarms are reliable. The false alarm rate of conventional systems can reach 98 percent. Sonitrol’s ability to immediately verify an alarm keeps our false alarm rate low. Sonitrol detects a break-in while an intruder is still attempting to gain entry-no matter where the entry point is-roof, window, door, or…
Did a vandal break your window or was it a storm?
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It’s after midnight, and you are fast asleep. Across town, vandals throw a rock through your business window and run away. A storm rips a tree limb down, and it crashes through the window. Or maybe criminals have shattered your window and are climbing through to grab inventory and dash away before any one is…
Calling all adventure seekers!
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Calling all adventure seekers! Do you love a good obstacle course? How does a 5k course, packed with over 15 obstacles and set along downtown Evansville’s Ohio River sound? This course is for anyone-from athletes to families with kids -looking for a FUN Saturday morning challenge. Even better? This race supports our Evansville Police Department,…
We look forward to answering your call!
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We are all familiar with the dreaded automated computer voice that answers our phone calls to utility, business, and cell phone companies alike. It’s why we hate to call these businesses we depend on for services from electricity to cell and internet plans. The robotic voice will give you options, such as: “Thank you for…
Local service and support!
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Looking for a new business security system? Here are a few things to consider: Local service and support. When you choose Sonitrol of Evansville, you will receive service and support from a team of professionals right here in the Tri-State area. A dependable monitoring team. In a world where hold times seem to continue for…
Industry-leading Video Surveillance
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Choosing a camera system for your business is easy with Sonitrol. With our innovative technology, SonaVision provides you a twenty-four-hour, monitored and verified solution. This means that seven days a week, around the clock, our highly trained and skilled Central Station monitoring team will keep an eye on your facility. Whether you are home, on…
We secure commercial properties, large and small!
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In 1969, our founder, the late Dr. William “Doc” Standring, a local dentist, opened Sonitrol of Evansville to provide verified alarms to our community and to help police increase criminal apprehensions. Our verified alarms, monitored 24 hours a day by our Central Station operators, ensure your property and loved ones are protected. We secure commercial…
Facilitate staffing changes with Access Control
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Facilitate staffing changes- new hires or employee termination- with Managed Access Control from Sonitrol. Using this technology, your team is provided with small key fobs that can connect to their key ring, belt loop, or company lanyard. It is a lightweight fob that the employee simply waves in front of the door access panel to…
Always on the job!
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Not only can you view live video and playback older videos from your Sonitrol mobile app, but you can also count on our team of operators, who are always on the job, working 24-hours a day from Central Station, to keep an eye on things in the event of an emergency. You’ve locked up for…
The Sonitrol that started it all…
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Over fifty-five years ago, Sonitrol launched in Anderson, Indiana. A police officer, Al Cronk, who was tired of responding to false alarms, teamed up with his inventor friend, Robert Baxter, and an innovative alarm system was created. Ahead of its time, the first Sonitrol location quickly caught the attention of local businesses and police and…
Six arrests linked to $1 million in stolen motorcycles
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Six men apprehended when our Sonitrol monitoring team dispatched Evansville Police Department to Harley-Davidson last spring have been linked to a St. Louis-based biker gang. These men are responsible for over $1 million in stolen motorcycles according to the United States Secret Service. When Sonitrol’s impact activated audio alarm went off, our Central Station operators…
Suspect apprehended!
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When our Central Station operator, Chaz, received a motion alarm in the middle of the night, he dispatched police to a furniture business we monitor. Local law enforcement apprehended one person who was inside the building. The suspect broke a front glass window to gain entry. He had also damaged equipment in an attempt to…
Law Enforcement Appreciation Day 2022
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For Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, (L.E.A.D.), Team Sonitrol thanks our amazing law enforcement officers serving our communities. To show our appreciation, our Evansville and Muncie locations delivered cookies from Granola Jar and Barnett Company to various police departments and sheriff departments in our regions. Without the partnership Sonitrol has with our law enforcement officers, we…
We have a security plan for you!
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From panic buttons for hold-up alarms to indoor and outdoor cameras to keep an eye on your shop twenty-four-hours a day, Sonitrol has a security plan for you. With our modular designs, you can start with cameras, an impact-activated audio alarm, access control, or any security plan you’d like-and then add on later if you…
Happy New Year!
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Happy New Year from all of us at Sonitrol! Thank you to our fantastic team of operators who have been working around the clock at our Central Station this holiday season to monitor alarms for our amazing customers and their businesses. We wish you all a heartfelt HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Is your inventory protected?
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Is inventory time approaching? Do you worry about inventory being unaccounted for or if it is well-protected in your shop? Keep your inventory safe around the clock with a verified video alarm from Sonitrol. With a variety of indoor and outdoor video and camera options, we can find the perfect video system to fit your…
Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!
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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Team Sonitrol! We are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, thanks to a team of amazing people. We want to give our Central Station monitoring team a special shout-out for their hard work this holiday season keeping an eye on crime. We wish you all a…
How to stop catalytic converter thefts!
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Outdoor lots are the constant targets of catalytic converter thefts. From businesses with outdoor vehicle inventory, whether maintenance, school, or business vehicles, to vehicles parked outside in a company lot, criminals flock to these locations. As a business owner, you may think a fence will keep your vehicles safe when you lock up for the…
Retail security
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With Sonitrol’s comprehensive security solutions, you can add indoor and outdoor cameras, panic buttons, and access control to your retail location. These features and more add on to our existing audio-intrusion alarms. During operating hours, leave your worries about theft from a customer or even an employee behind with the ability to view live video…
Keeping your office safe!
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Protect your office day or night with a verified alarm from Sonitrol. During the daytime, keep staff safe with managed access control. This allows you to choose who has access to different areas of the building, when they have that access, and to edit users. Each employee will carry their own key fob, programmed with…
Bank security from Sonitrol
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Why should your bank be protected by a verified alarm from Sonitrol? Our Central Station operators who monitor alarms are highly skilled and trained, and our monitoring station never closes, providing 24/7 protection of your banking facility. Sonitrol alarms are known for their fast police response. Our alarms are silent and won’t alert the would-be…
Farewell to the Old National Bank building
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In a few days, we will be saying goodbye to the Old National Bank building, the home of Sonitrol’s original Central Station. In 1969, Dr. William “Doc” Standring opened Sonitrol of Evansville and housed his alarm monitoring station, the “Central Station”, on the 9th floor of the Old National Bank building. Central Station is the…
Comprehensive security from Sonitrol
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When it comes to protecting your business, consider a comprehensive security system from Sonitrol versus the other guys… Traditional alarms rely on motion detector technology to protect commercial businesses after hours. Motion detectors are placed throughout the business, yet only go into alarm if someone has walked into their range of protection. Unfortunately, most criminals…
Protecting Schools
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Whether school is in session, or it is after hours, having a good commercial security system is crucial to protect your campus. With Sonitrol’s Safe Schools program, you can have comprehensive security, including panic buttons, video, access control, and fire monitoring. When your school is protected by a Sonitrol alarm, you have a twenty-four-seven monitoring…
Thank you, First Responders!
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In honor of NATIONAL FIRST RESPONDERS DAY, we want to say thank you to all who rush to the scene to save, rescue, and help your fellow man. To firefighters, EMTs, police officers, and all who respond when disaster strikes, we appreciate you. The pets of team Sonitrol wanted to participate in this year’s shout-out,…
Leader in Security
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With over fifty years of experience protecting businesses, churches, and schools around the world, Sonitrol is the third largest commercial security company in North America. Sonitrol systems provide floor to ceiling, wall to wall, 100 % volumetric protection. Our security systems are designed by our team and tailored to your property to fit your specific…
Audio-intrusion alarms are trusted by police.
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Business owners with unverified, conventional alarms are more likely to be the victim of burglary and theft than those with a verified, audio-intrusion alarm from Sonitrol. Why? Because of our innovative audio intrusion alarms, our Central Station operators can detect a break-in before the suspects have gained entry to the building, while they are still…
Around the clock protection
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Schools and businesses alike are vulnerable to crime, whether during daytime or after hours. With cameras and access control from Sonitrol, you can be sure your campus or business is protected around the clock. With a variety of indoor and outdoor cameras, Sonitrol can help you rest easy when you lock up and go home…
Access Control adds another level of security
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Internal and external thefts alike can threaten your business. There is no reason to wonder or be concerned about internal theft if you have the right security features in place. With Sonitrol’s Managed Access Control system and cameras, you can be sure your operation is safe. Access Control allows you to limit access to or…
High school apprehension alert!
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Team Sonitrol would like to give a shout out to EPD for their recent apprehension at a local high school in the middle of the night. When operator Liz received an alarm at our Central Station, she dispatched police to the location. Officer Hallmark and Officer Pape made the apprehension inside the building. Other responding…
Free quote on business camera systems
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Are you looking for the best camera system to secure your retail location, office, campus, or warehouse? With so many DIY camera systems on the market, it’s tempting to forget about the importance of choosing a reliable, proven alarm system that can be verified and that is trusted by police. Sonitrol has been a leading…
Our Central Station sets us apart!
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For over fifty years, Sonitrol has been monitoring commercial alarm systems for businesses, schools, churches, and medical facilities in the Tri-State area. In addition to top-of-the-line alarm technology, our local, U.L. listed Central Station is another factor that sets us apart from traditional alarm companies. We never hire third party monitoring companies, located across the…
Leave your worries behind with Access Control!
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When you lock up for the night to head home, the last thing you want to worry about is anyone entering your business after hours, even someone who has a key. When you have a business security system with access control, you can leave your worries behind and know that our Sonitrol Central Station monitoring…
Business Security Systems with Panic Buttons
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As a business owner, not only do you want to protect your property and merchandise, but you also want to protect your team. Do your employees open early or close after dark when fewer people are around? Keep them safe by installing a business security system with panic buttons. Sonitrol provides built-in and wireless panic…
Business security systems with cameras
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When you have a business security system with cameras from Sonitrol, you have a team of security professionals working to keep your business safe twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. Our local, U.L. listed Central Station never closes, and our Central Station operators are available around the clock. We never send out accounts…
Commercial alarm systems with cameras benefit the business owner
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A Sonitrol commercial alarm system with cameras benefits you, the business owner, in so many ways: Regardless of whether your system is armed, you have 24/7 access to live video of your property. Simply view cameras from the app on your phone, tablet, or computer. Use playback to see previously recorded video or to take…
Award-winning, new business security product!
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No one wants to think about an active shooter situation occurring at their school, place of worship, or business, but with our latest in innovative business security solutions, Sonitrol can offer you a practical and useful tool to add to your security arsenal. Plus, it is already being recognized on a national scale for its…
Apprehension Appreciation for EPD!
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APPREHENSION APPRECIATION! Sonitrol of Evansville salutes the law enforcement officers involved in multiple apprehensions at facilities we monitor this past May: Bud’s Harley- Davidson, Cedar Hall Elementary, and River City Pawn. Bud’s Harley-Davidson: K9 Officer Jeremy Matthews and his K9 partner tracked and located the suspects, who had fled to a vehicle nearby, after they…
Four tips for School Security!
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Vandalism, burglary, and violence are increasingly more common at schools and universities. What can be done to increase your campus security? Here are four tips for increasing school security: Keep vulnerable areas well-lit. Keep entrances, windows, and as much of the area around your building safer with plenty of lights and motion lights that will…
Sonitrol’s latest product: Gunshot detection!
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When an active shooting situation occurs, the people on site need to have a plan. According to NFPA 3000 Standard, for an Active Shooter/Hostile Event Response (ASHER), there are three zones. The hot zone is the area with a known hazard or direct and immediate life threat. A warm zone has a potential for a…
Faster Police response with Sonitrol!
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So often, traditional alarm companies rely on motion detector systems to “protect” your business. But not only do criminals know how to tip toe around motion detectors and stay out of their range of monitoring, motion detection can be unreliable and cause false alarms for police. When police are dispatched on a Sonitrol alarm, they…
We operate our own U.L. listed Central Station!
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In today’s DIY alarm market, it is tempting to forget what a verified alarm company can do to protect your place of business. At Sonitrol of Evansville, we have a team of local, trusted and rigorously screened people who watch over your business twenty-four-seven. Unlike our more traditional alarm competitors, we have owned and operated…
Ranked in the top 100 alarm companies!
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Security Dealer Magazine ranked the top alarm companies nationwide for their annual SDM 100 Report, and Sonitrol of Evansville made the list at number 87 in the industry. SDM looks at U.S. companies that earn revenues from the sale, installation, service, and monitoring of electronic security systems, such as intrusion, fire alarm, access control, and…
A new K9 will be joining MPD K9 Unit!
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Misty and the team from Sonitrol of Muncie were excited to present a check to Muncie Police Department on Friday for the purchase of Officer K9 Rock. At the ceremony, Sonitrol met with Mayor Dan Ridenour, Chief of Police Nate Sloan, and Assistant Chief of Police Chris Deegan. From the K-9 unit we met Officer…
Suspect arrested attempting school break-in!
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In the early hours of yesterday morning, our Central Station operator, Liz, received a motion alarm at a school Sonitrol protects in Bowling Green. Via the audio sensors, Liz heard rustling and sounds of someone moving around. She dispatched police right away. Local police apprehended a person who was trying to steal copper. The suspect…
Six apprehensions at Harley-Davidson!
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Over the holiday weekend, Sonitrol and EPD were busy fighting crime. At around 3 a.m. on Memorial Day, our Central Station operator, Chaz, received an impact activated audio alarm at a local Harley-Davidson motorcycle shop Sonitrol protects. Chaz immediately dispatched law enforcement, who were able to apprehend six people who had entered the building after…
Apprehension made before suspect gains entry!
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Just the other night, our Central Station operator, Allison, dispatched police on a Sonitrol video alarm we monitor for a local pawn shop. When you place your business protection in our hands, our twenty-four-hour monitoring team will be notified the moment there is any disturbance at your property. Our skilled operating team relays this information…
One apprehended by Sonitrol and EPD!
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Shortly after midnight this past weekend, Central Station operator, Chaz, received a door alarm at a local elementary school monitored by Sonitrol and dispatched police. Evansville Police Department apprehended the suspect, who had gained entry because of a faulty door latch. When our Central Station receives an alarm, they can provide specific details to responding…
National Police Week appreciation visits!
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This National Police Week, we honor the service and sacrifice of Law Enforcement Officers. To show our appreciation, our team at Sonitrol has been busy visiting various law enforcement agencies. At Sonitrol of Evansville, we delivered cookies from our friends at The Granola Jar to police officers around the Tri-State. Flavia, John, C.Tom, Charles, Steve,…
Happy Birthday, EPD Officer K9 Doc!
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Sonitrol’s favorite officer, EPD K9 Doc, (named in honor of our founder, Doc Standring), is celebrating his 7th birthday today! We want to say thank you to K9 Doc’s human, Officer John Montgomery, and the Southern Indiana Police Canine Association Inc., for visiting us at Sonitrol this morning. We loved seeing K9 Doc playing with…
Evansville Police Foundation SWAT Challenge 2021
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Team Sonitrol did a fantastic job in the 2021 Evansville Police Foundation SWAT Challenge. This is a fun, family-friendly event to support our police. Way to go, Team Sonitrol, EPD, and a special shout-out goes to all of the volunteers!
Comprehensive protection for your business!
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Traditional alarm systems only secure small areas within range of motion detectors, which means a motivated intruder can break-in through an unconventional entry point and maneuver around these devices if they are careful to stay out of range. Sonitrol’s audio intrusion systems provide wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling protection. No matter how quiet an intruder tries to be,…
We keep schools safe!
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Sonitrol is one of the largest providers of school security nationwide, with over 12,000 schools protected by our verified security. From panic buttons, fire and smoke protection, to audio intrusion and verified video monitoring, we design comprehensive security solutions to ensure your students, staff, and building are protected 24 hours a day, seven days a…
Internal and external business protection
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Sonitrol’s managed Access Control system allows businesses to track and limit entry to buildings and sensitive areas of facilities, protecting valuable merchandise and making the work environment safer for employees. If an employee is reassigned or leaves, the access card is easily deactivated or updated for a new employee. Access control reduces the threat of…
Great job, Muncie Police Department!
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On behalf of TEAM SONITROL, we want to say thank you to Muncie Police Department for a recent apprehension. When our Central Station operator, DJ, received a panic alarm at a convenience store we monitor, he heard the stress in a woman’s voice from the audio feed and immediately dispatched law enforcement. A special shout…
SonaVision allows for offsite management.
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One of Sonitrol’s services, designed specifically to provide maximum security for commercial businesses is SonaVision, Verified Video Monitoring. This state-of-the-art video surveillance protects your business from internal and external theft. With our 24/7 monitoring team keeping an eye on your property, SonaVision allows peace of mind so you can manage your property from offsite. Retail…
SNDA National Achievement Awards!
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Sonitrol National Dealers Association has announced the winners of the 2021 National Achievement Awards, and not one, but two of our phenomenal Central Station Operators were chosen. Please join us in congratulating Tina Hasenour and Tammy Greenlee. Nationwide, operators were tested and those who scored the highest were nominated by SNDA for various categories. Tina…
Flashback Founder Files, part two:
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Since the early days of Sonitrol, our verified security has stood out for its superiority in the market. Unlike a conventional system, our audio technology enables the monitoring team to verify a break-in and let police know this isn’t a false alarm. This technology leads to more criminal apprehensions. We love this flashback from our…
Leader in Security!
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At this time last year, Sonitrol of Evansville and Muncie won Dealer of the Year at Sonitrol National Dealers Convention in Las Vegas. We look forward to the next convention, and we want to thank everyone at TEAM SONITROL for your dedication to providing dependable, verified alarms to our community.
31-years at Sonitrol!
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Today, Steve Weiss, celebrates his 31-year anniversary at Sonitrol! He’s not only our lead service tech; he does so much more. Team Sonitrol has become a family thanks to good people like Steve, who believe in our company, who work to provide innovative security to commercial businesses and properties, and who are always on the…
School security by Sonitrol
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Our professional team has completed another installation at a Tri-state area school. Sonitrol offers comprehensive security, including verified audio and video detection, cameras and DVRs, U.L. fire systems, access control, and panic buttons to keep schools safe. To have one of our design consultants survey your school, contact us at 1 (800) 444-1191. Thanks for…
Sonitrol fire systems protect schools!
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Sonitrol provides fire alarms, in addition to security, at local businesses and schools. Last night, our Central Station operator, Maye, received a fire alarm at Central High School and dispatched authorities. Evansville Fire Department extinguished the fire that had started in the light board inside the school’s auditorium, and no one was injured. Thank you,…
Highest apprehension rate due to verified alarms
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While conventional security systems are motion-based, Sonitrol’s verified audio intrusion detection systems are sound-based. When an alarm is triggered, our Central Station monitoring operators can listen in to verify whether a break-in is in progress or if a false alarm has occurred. If it is a break-in, we immediately dispatch police and provide real-time information…
Flashback Founder Files
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In 1969, our founder, “Doc” Standring, opened his Sonitrol franchise, a verified electronic security company. Over fifty years later, we continue to protect commercial and residential properties with innovative technology and a team of professionals who are always on the job twenty-four hours a day. Call us for a free consultation at (800)444-1191. We love…
Security solutions you can trust
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With the purpose of providing sophisticated, verified alarms to his community in order to help law enforcement officers increase criminal apprehensions, in 1969, our founder, Dr. William “Doc” Standring opened Sonitrol. Our team continually contributes to Sonitrol’s North American record of 182,704 apprehensions and counting. We offer a variety of security solutions including the following:…
Verified security is the only way to go!
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When a traditional security company notifies police of an alarm, they aren’t typically aware of what tripped the alarm. Was it an air-conditioning vent that kicked on and knocked a poster off the wall? A warehouse critter that set off a motion detector? With Sonitrol, our team of operators can zero in through video, audio…
A police officer and an inventor developed Sonitrol to increase apprehensions!
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Over fifty years ago, a police officer who was tired of responding to false alarms teamed up with an inventor to develop Sonitrol, a verified alarm system with the purpose of reducing false alarms and increasing criminal apprehensions. Today, Sonitrol has an apprehension number of over 182,704 and counting. When you arm your business or…
EPD appreciation!
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Last week, our Central Station operator, Chaz, dispatched law enforcement to a restaurant Sonitrol monitors when he received suspicious audio with voices from the location. Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Department, assisted by Evansville Police Department, apprehended two suspects who had broken in through a drive-thru window for a late-night snack. To say thank you to EPD…
Panic alarm apprehension!
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Apprehension Alert! Yesterday, our Central Station operator, DJ, received a panic alarm at a business monitored by Sonitrol. Right away, DJ was able to pick up the stress in a woman’s voice from the audio feed, and he dispatched police. Law enforcement apprehended the suspect who was allegedly exposing himself and chasing after a woman…
Police awards for another Sonitrol apprehension!
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To say thank you for their combined efforts on Christmas Eve to apprehend two suspects at a property monitored by Sonitrol, Misty took pizza and Sonitrol gifts to the following departments: Muncie Police Department, Delaware County Sheriff’s Department, and Eaton Police Department. Great job, officers and K-9 officers, of working together to catch the intruders!…
Two arrested after breaking-in for a late night snack!
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In the middle of the night, our Central Station operator, Chaz, received suspicious audio with voices from a local restaurant monitored by Sonitrol. Chaz dispatched law enforcement, and EPD made two apprehensions. The suspects had broken in through a drive-thru window for a late night snack, but little did they know they had tripped the…
Verified alarm systems protect your business.
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In this day and age, DIY video security systems are available at many retail locations. But when your business is most vulnerable, a verified video alarm system is the only way to ensure your property is protected. At Sonitrol, we offer a suite of security options, including a variety of video alarms, all monitored by…
Two intruders apprehended!
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Early this morning, our Central Station operator, Chaz, received a verified audio alarm at a commercial property monitored by Sonitrol, and he dispatched law enforcement. Local police departments responded at once and apprehended two people at the location. Great job catching the intruders, Officers and Chaz!
Thank you, Evansville Police Department!
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Team Sonitrol’s Flavia stopped by roll call last night to thank EPD for their apprehension recently at a local restaurant monitored by Sonitrol. She took food from Subway, certificates of appreciation, and custom Sonitrol gifts. A special shout out goes to Officer Clayton, Officer Reed, and Officer Harter, who made the apprehension, and also to…
Restaurant apprehension!
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Shortly after midnight, our Central Station operator, Maye, received an alarm at a local restaurant with one of our verified alarms and dispatched police. Law enforcement officers arrived on scene, located someone inside the building, and made an apprehension. Nice job, Maye and the Evansville Police Department!
Comprehensive security
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Protect your business from burglary. Sonitrol offers comprehensive security solutions for small or large businesses, corporate offices, and multi-tenant spaces. Our verified alarms offer full protection against intrusion, vandalism, theft and fire. We are known for less false alarms and a faster, prioritized police response. Our apprehension number is 182,704 criminals and counting! Call us…
Remembering PEARL HARBOR
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Today, we remember the PEARL HARBOR attack of December 7, 1941 and our fallen heroes.
Employee of the Year!
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Congratulations to EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR, Tammy Greenlee! With over thirty years at Sonitrol, Tammy never ceases to amaze us with her dedication to the team. Customers and teammates alike can attest to her friendliness and on the job expertise. Recently, she stepped up to the plate, yet again, and helped carry our Central Station…
Business security solutions
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Sonitrol offers a modular suite of security solutions that can help protect your business and your team. Our services include verified audio and video intrusion detection, verified video surveillance, access control, and fire monitoring. Our 24/7 Central Station operators are always on the job so you can have security peace of mind. Call us today…
Video verification allows faster police response.
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With Sonitrol’s video alarm verification, when your alarm is triggered, our Central Station operators can quickly review the audio and camera footage from within your business to verify an intrusion. This allows our team to dispatch law enforcement and provide real-time information and details about the break-in. Law enforcement can in turn respond to the…
Thank you, Veterans!
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This Veterans Day, we want to say thank you to United States military veterans for your selfless act of serving our nation. Team Sonitrol is especially proud of our own veterans: Charles Anderson, Andrew Nelson, Terry Scarbrough, and Chris Dingman! Thank you for your service!
Audio apprehension!
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Just after two a.m., our Central Station operator, Chaz, received an audio alarm that sounded like machine noise and then metal being moved at a business with one of our verified alarms and dispatched police. Law enforcement arrived and made an apprehension before anything could be stolen. Way to go, Chaz and Muncie Police Department!
Protect your business from internal and external theft!
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With Sonitrol’s access control, your business can decide which employees have access to various areas of your facility and tailor the hours they may gain entry through each door or elevator. Restrict who can come and go from your offices, your warehouse, or your lobby. Differentiate restrictions and permissions between night shift, day shift, and…
Developed by a police officer and an inventor…
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Did you know that over fifty years ago Sonitrol was developed by a police officer and an inventor? Combining the creativity of the inventor, Bob Baxter, and the perspective of Al Cronk, a police officer, Sonitrol was launched with the purpose of decreasing false alarms that police responded to and more importantly to INCREASE criminal…
Happy Boss’s Day!
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How can we let National Boss’s Day go by without giving a shout-out to the men of Team Sonitrol of Evansville and Muncie? Look at those smiles after Sonitrol of Evansville and Sonitrol of Muncie won Dealer of the year at this year’s Sonitrol National Dealers Convention in Las Vegas! If you see our boss,…
Our team is always on the job!
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Our Central Station team never fails to impress! Congratulations to Tammy Greenlee, Tina Hasenour, and DJ Lewis for achieving perfect attendance, even with multiple overtime shifts, for the entire third quarter of 2020! THANK YOU for all you do to monitor our customer accounts and to keep our community safe.
Fastest police response times!
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Nationwide, Sonitrol is recognized among security leaders for having the FASTEST police response times in the industry. Because of our innovative alarm verification, our Central Station monitoring team can verify that a break-in is in progress. Law enforcement officers spend countless hours responding to false alarms with traditional alarm companies, but with Sonitrol, they know…
Thank you, Evansville Police Department!
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Team Sonitrol’s Flavia and her daughter, Madison, took Subway and certificates of appreciation to EPD last night. They met with Officer Fahse, one of the officers who recently apprehended an intruder at an EVSC school we monitor. We also want to give a shout out to the crew not pictured: Officers Toney, Hallmark, and Maier….
School apprehension
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Our Central Station operator, Chaz, dispatched police when he received an alarm at a local school we monitor the other night. Thank you to EPD for making an apprehension and securing the property. Way to go, Chaz and Evansville Police Department!
Union County Sheriff’s Office appreciation
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Team Sonitrol’s C.Tom visited the Union County Sheriff’s Office with certificates of appreciation yesterday. They made an apprehension when they responded to a late night verified Sonitrol alarm at a coal mining business we monitor in Kentucky. A special shout out goes to Deputy Lee Chandler, Deputy Eric McCallister, and Sheriff Mickey Arnold. Thank…
Thank you, Officers!
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Yianni, from Team Sonitrol, took cookies and certificates of appreciation to the Owensboro Police Department. We wanted to say thank you to the OPD for their apprehension of a suspect at an auto business. Late one night, our Central Station operator, Chaz, heard suspicious sounds on a verified audio Sonitrol alarm and dispatched police. The…
Apprehension alert!
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We want to thank the Ball State Police Department for their great job apprehending two intruders at Northside Middle School earlier this summer. Misty stopped by third shift roll call last night to drop off pizza and say thank you. A special shout out goes to Lt. Matt Gaither, Sergeant Craig Hodson, Officer Rob Weller,…
Construction sites are vulnerable to theft.
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Construction sites are vulnerable to equipment theft and vandalism. With a variety of outdoor video and camera options, Sonitrol can easily keep your building project safe. Our 24-hour, local monitoring team will dispatch law enforcement and alert you to trouble the moment it arises. Call us today for a free consultation with one of our…
Secure your inventory.
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With a verified alarm from Sonitrol, your inventory will be secure. From video cameras and fire monitoring to access control that allows you to determine which employees may enter your facility and at the hours you determine, we have options to fit your needs. One of our professional design consultants will give you a free…
Courier & Press Readers’ Choice 2020 Awards
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Sonitrol was nominated as a top business in the Courier & Press Readers’ Choice 2020 Awards! Choose the Home Security category to cast your vote for Sonitrol! We are so excited to be in the final voting stage, and we appreciate your vote. Click the photo below or vote here.
Apprehension celebration
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Flavia, from Team Sonitrol, took Subway for lunch to say thank you to the team of officers who recently made two apprehensions at a local Subway we monitor. If Sonitrol is monitoring your business, the moment we determine a break-in is in progress, we dispatch law enforcement. Great job, EPD, keeping local businesses safe! Many…
Medical pendants for your loved ones!
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Did you know Sonitrol provides medical pendants? Pendants can be worn around the neck and are lightweight but easily accessible for when you need them. With the press of a button, you or your loved one in need of emergency medical assistance will have EMS and other critical law enforcement personnel on the way. Call…
Always on the job!
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Our Central Station never closes. Twenty-four hours a day, 365 days a year, our professional team of operators keeps an eye out for crime so you can rest easy. With our innovative technology, they verify when a break-in is in progress or if smoke has been detected in your facility and dispatch appropriate law enforcement…
Skyline from Sonitrol
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We sure love the early morning skyline from Sonitrol. We hope you enjoy this beautiful day! Remember, if you need any security concerns addressed, Team Sonitrol is always on the job. Call us at 1(800) 444-1191.
Sonitrol alarms provide total protection.
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Burglars simply can’t tip toe or step around motion detector zones to avoid detection with Sonitrol’s advanced audio technology. This innovative security protection means we protect your entire facility, wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling. It doesn’t matter if they are sneaking in through an unconventional entry point, such as a HVAC vent or a ceiling. Our audio…
We design and install the security system tailored for your business.
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We have another large installation completed for one of our commercial clients. Great job, Adam from Team Sonitrol! Call us today at 1(800) 444-1191 to see how we can design the security system just for your business needs. We offer audio alarms, verified video, access control, fire systems, medical pendants, panic buttons and more, all…
Student and teacher safety
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In addition to cameras and 24-hour monitoring, Sonitrol provides panic buttons for school administration for any emergency that might occur during school hours. Whether you need the fire department, EMS, or police for an active school threat, our team will send appropriate help while simultaneously providing real-time information to responding law enforcement. Call us today…
School apprehension!
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Law enforcement officers apprehended two intruders earlier this week at a Muncie area school after our Central Station operator, Liz, received an alarm and dispatched police. Sonitrol alarms keep properties protected 24 hours, 365 days a year. Our team of professionals is always on the job, and we will alert law enforcement the moment one…
Intruder apprehended!
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We want to say thank you to Owensboro Police Department and our Central Station operator, Chaz, for their team work on another apprehension. Just the other night, Chaz picked up suspicious audio sounds at a tire business with a Sonitrol alarm and dispatched law enforcement right away. Police found the intruder, who had managed to…
In 1969, Doc Standring wanted to protect the community…
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Our commitment to protecting the community began in 1969, when local dentist, Dr. William Standring, “Doc”, opened Sonitrol of Evansville. Doc’s cousin, the inventor Bob Baxter, had teamed up with a police officer in Anderson, Indiana just five years earlier and launched Sonitrol, the first of its kind verified alarm company that used audio technology…
Sleep soundly while we keep you safe!
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You don’t have to be headed to work or away from home to arm your alarm. Did you know you can also arm your Sonitrol system to keep you safe when you are at home? When you choose occupied mode, our Central Station team will monitor your property and be alerted the instant anyone might…
Don’t leave your outdoor inventory vulnerable!
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Cars, trucks, trailers, boats, and so many more outdoor inventory sites need superior security. Left unmonitored, these locations are vulnerable to unwanted nighttime activity by vandals and thieves trespassing and tampering with stock. At Sonitrol, we use audio and video technology to keep an eye on your property twenty-four hours a day. One of our…
We have the fastest police response times!
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With the fastest police response times in the industry of less than seven minutes, Sonitrol is the only alarm company for dependable, commercial or residential security needs. As this animation demonstrates, our monitoring team is notified the moment your property is threatened. Versus traditional alarms that depend on motion detectors to be activated by perpetrators…
We’re always on the job!
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Don’t let worries about an unsecured property ruin your lake or beach weekend getaway this summer. Sonitrol residential and commercial alarms are verified by our around-the-clock monitoring team and trusted by police. The moment anyone attempts to break-in to your property, our innovative audio technology enables us to listen in so we can dispatch police…
It is an honor to serve you!
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Since 1969, Sonitrol of Evansville has been family-owned and operated out of our downtown location in Evansville. Our U.L. Certified Central Station is open twenty-four seven, three hundred and sixty-five days a year, and operated by a team of professional, local men and women you can depend on. When you choose Sonitrol to handle your…
Make false alarms a thing of the past!
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Tired of false alarms? We hear you! So was the retired police officer who founded Sonitrol…That’s what prompted the officer, Al Cronk, to team up with an inventor over fifty-five years ago to develop an alarm system that would accurately determine if a break-in was in progress. Traditional systems depend on motion detector equipment, which…
Apprehension alert!
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Evansville Police Department made two apprehensions after our Central Station team dispatched on a Sonitrol alarm. Just the other night, our 24/7 monitoring team received sounds of glass breaking at a local restaurant with a verified audio system by Sonitrol. Immediately, our operators dispatched law enforcement, who arrived on scene and took two suspects into…
Keep your business safe!
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Keep your business safe with an affordable security system you can trust. TotalGuard ™ is an all-in-one solution to protecting your facility. Using the Sonitrol mobile app, view your business anytime in real time, playback video, and easily arm or disarm your business. The audio verification technology allows our Central Station team to monitor for…
Video and audio alarms protect what you value most…
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Have you considered cameras, video, or a new alarm to protect what you value most? Sonitrol’s video and audio verification technology sets us apart from your typical alarm company, making us a leader in the security industry. Using verified intrusion methods, with live audio and video, our 24/7 monitoring team can determine if someone is…
Fire Prevention Week
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It is National Fire Prevention Week, and it is important to discuss fire prevention measures and safety tips with your loved ones, friends, and co-workers. Here are some safety tips to consider: Install smoke alarms throughout your home and business, test them once a month, and if they are not working, replace the batteries. An…
Celebrate our 50th Anniversary with us!
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Fifty years ago, in 1969, our founder, Dr. William Standring, “Doc”, opened Sonitrol of Evansville to help police reduce false alarms and to increase criminal apprehensions. Since then, our location has played an essential role in achieving Sonitrol corporate’s apprehension rate of over 180,140 criminals and counting. What began as one man’s vision of helping…
The Three a.m. Wake-up Call
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It’s three a.m. You are sound asleep, dreaming about that beach vacation you’re planning. Your toes are in the sand, the waves are gently lapping against the shore, when all of a sudden, an earthquake hits! Wait, it’s not an earthquake. It’s your cellphone buzzing across your nightstand. Why is my phone ringing at three…
Protect your business day or night!
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Often times, when people think of business security systems, they only consider how an alarm will protect their location after hours. But let’s look at how a verified alarm system, specifically, Sonitrol’s TotalGuard™ alarm, can offer your company, or even your school, protection during your daytime business hours. You may be wondering…What is TotalGuard™? This is…
National Police Week – Thank You!
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It’s National Police Week, and we would like to say thank you to our men and women in blue for your dedication to serve and protect our communities. Sonitrol has been a proud supporter of police since our founding in the early 1960s. In fact, our story began with the partnership of an inventor and…
Preventing break-ins on summer break…
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The countdown is here, and sure enough, in just a few short weeks, students, and teachers alike, will be bursting through school doors across the country, proclaiming three months of freedom. And while the students are away, will the burglars play? Here are a few quick tips to secure your school and prevent a break-in:…
Join us for the EPD Foundation SWAT Challenge!
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From its inception, Sonitrol has been a proud supporter of our men and women in blue. In fact, our company wouldn’t be here today if it hadn’t been for the teamwork of an inventor and a local police officer back in the early 1960s. We are so grateful for all that the Evansville Police Department…
A Sonitrol a day keeps the burglar away!
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As a physician, you often have to juggle many different responsibilities. From handling your patients to managing your staff, you already have a lot on your plate to deal with. The worst nightmare for any physician would be to have their operations disrupted by a break-in on their premises. Due to the important and sensitive…
Have you ever heard a real live break in?
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Neither has Sonitrol’s competition… Click on the link below to listen to a recent break in followed by Evansville Police Dept. apprehending the burglar. Body Shop break-in If you would like more information on how to protect your business, both inside and outside, contact us for a FREE assessment.
Have a safe, happy and fire free season!
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One of the most wonderful times of the year can quickly turn into the most dangerous time of year without proper fire prevention. As you decorate and spread holiday cheer remember some of these simple tips: Water it or Bonfire it – Live Christmas trees are not only beautiful, but have that special Christmas smell! …
Sign says “No one’s here; burglarize me!”
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If you have a sign on your door saying the business is closed for the weekend, you have just told the public that your building will be unoccupied for the holiday. Is your alarm system up to the task? Several businesses have lost hundreds of thousands of dollars over a holiday weekend. The bad guys…
Apprehension – Good job Henderson Police Dept!
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Thank you @Henderson_PD for catching a burglar at a local restaurant! @sonitrolverify #caughtbysonitrol #verifiedalarms Friday morning in Henderson, Sonitrol operator, Terry, received an audio alarm at a local restaurant. The clear sound of breaking glass can be heard as the alarm is tripped during the early morning break-in. The Henderson Police Department arrived to find…
Police – “You called us, but can they call you?”
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When officers respond to a commercial burglary alarm, they never know what they will actually find when they arrive on scene. At Sonitrol, our goal is to help them catch the bad guy. But that doesn’t always happen. That is why when we dispatch on your alarm, we first call police and then we…
Remembering those who made us great….
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On this Memorial Day, Sonitrol of Evansville would like to thank the family and friends of those soldiers, who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Please take a moment to reflect on the price they paid, so that we can live in the best country in the world…the United States of America!
Burglars don’t always use the door
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Twenty five percentage of burglars use an entry other than a window or a door. Check around your building for easy access to the roof. Trees close to the building, fire ladders, and telephone poles can provide burglars with a secluded area to enter your building. Burglars feel safe if they bypass the doors and…
Business Tip – Identify your building
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So you invested in a verified security system to get police to your business quickly! That’s great! But can law enforcement easily identify your building? Make sure the name of your business and the address is prominently displayed so they can see it from the street. That way there is no delay in catching the…
Apprehension – School security system catches one!
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Last night at 2:30 am, Sonitrol operator Tina, received an alarm from Owensville Community School in Owensville Indiana. Police arrived to find a broken window. One person was apprehended. Other then the broken window, there was no property loss. Special thanks to the Owensville Police Department for their quick response time! If your school…
“911. What’s your emergency?” Tips to help you help them help you!
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Have you ever had to dial 911? If you have, you’ve probably been nervous, scared, shaken up, maybe even hurt. In honor of National Public Safety Telecommunications week, we have put together some tips to help you, help your 911 operator get help to you. 1) Is it an emergency? If you need law enforcement,…
To the people that make Sonitrol wonderful!
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During this time of year, we reflect on the people that allow us to continue as successful, family owned company. First, we would like to send a special thank you to all of our military, law enforcement and medical personnel. At the top of this list are those who, because duty calls, will not be…
Apprehension – Two arrested by EPD using Sonitrol’s school security
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On Saturday, December 5th, at 6:12pm operator Kelli, dispatched the Evansville Police Department to an alarm at North High School. Upon arriving, the police found two teenagers had jumped the fence and entered the school. They were attempting to take a backpack “full of items”. They were released into the custody of their parents. As…
Apprehension – Four arrested in Owensboro on Sonitrol alarm
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Over the weekend, operator Terry, received an audio alarm at Daviess County Middle School in Owensboro KY. The audio was coming from the nurses office. Terry dispatched the Owensboro Police Department and notified them that there were several male voices coming from inside the building. Terry continued to monitor and update dispatch. Police officers…
Apprehension – Owensboro PD catches a couple of turkeys!
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While most of us were enjoying our long Thanksgiving weekend, Owensboro Police officers and Sonitrol operators were on the job keeping community property safe. On Saturday morning at 1:52 am, operators received an audio alarm at an Owensboro church. Police were immediately dispatched. At 2:02 am, Sonitrol again contacted police dispatch to let them know…
Gobble Gobble!
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We are very thankful for our many awesome customers! We sincerely appreciate that you have made the choice to use Sonitrol as your security provider. Management would also like to thank our team! We can do what we do because of an awesome team like you! HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE!
Apprehension – Another unsuspecting burglar!
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Last night at 12:52 am, New Castle Police responded to an alarm at a local consignment shop. Police arrived to find the suspect exit and then dart back in the shop. They arrested one individual! If your burglar alarm scares a burglar away with your property, you may never get your property back! Catching them…
Apprehension – Does your business security provide 100% coverage?
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We would like to thank our Evansville Police Department for their excellent response time resulting in another apprehension for a Sonitrol customer! Only Sonitrol can provide this kind of coverage. See the EPD update below: Sent out by EPD – Community: Police respond to burglary alarm, catch suspect in the act Evansville Police responded to…
Who wants some Hockey Tickets?
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First one to comment on this post with the correct answer will win 3 Evansville Icemen Hockey, Suite tickets to tomorrow night’s game at the Ford Center: +In honor of our hometown hero, Don Mattingly: Don Mattingly shares the record for most home runs hit during 8 consecutive games. How many total did he hit…
Listen back – Will all my employees have their own code?
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Listen back – the place where you can come to find your security solutions! This question comes from Launi in Evansville, IN: Launi asks: Will all my employees have to use the same code or can I give them individual codes? First decide who really needs a code. If an employee come into work, after…
WARNING – Security Scam attempted in Evansville IN!
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One of our awesome Evansville customers alerted us to this phone scam yesterday: “Just a heads up on a scam phone call that was received this morning from Seth at (location). Seth answered a call and the person on the other end told Seth that he was with Emergency 24 and they were receiving a…
Listen Back – Battery power and your security service
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In an effort to help you make informed decisions when looking into a security system, we have started the following series: Listen Back – You ask, we answer: Our first question comes from Josh B in Evansville, IN. Josh asks a two-part question: If the power goes out, does it switch over to battery use? …
America’s freedoms are only as strong as those willing to defend them!
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Today is Veteran’s Day. The Sonitrol family would like to take a moment to thank all our military men and women for their service. A special shout out to our employees who have served: Charles Anderson Chris Dingman Mike Mc Ardle Chris Maxwell Andrew Nelson Terry Scarborough We appreciate your service!
Don’t defeat your security service!
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Are you defeating your own security service?! As a business owner, you took a great deal of time in this investment. You had a choose a security company that would work for you. You probably negotiated some pricing. You paid for equipment and now a monthly fee to have the system monitored. The last thing…
Small Office Renovation? Don’t forget about your security system.
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Small office renovation?? By Chris Dingman – Operations Manager Whether you have a large or small office, your security system was originally designed and installed, for the number of doors and entry points that office has, to give you have the best possible protection. Gaps in Protection When renovations occur sometimes your protection needs to…
CSI LIES – Online camera systems can’t do that!
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The CSI investigator flips a switch, waves his hand, pulls up an online camera at a city intersection and the grainy image instantly clears up identifying the license plate number of the suspect’s car that passed the camera 6 months ago. Unfortunately, that’s not how this works; that’s not how any of this works… Cameras…
Halloween Safety Tips for your Fur Babies
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Halloween is undoubtedly one of the most enjoyable holidays of the year. But unfortunately, this holiday can quickly turn into tragedy if you do not think about your fur babies. Below are some Halloween safety tips to keep this holiday a howling success. [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″] Keep the Candy Away! One of the most…
Why Cell Backup
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WHAT EXACTLY IS CELL BACKUP AND DO I NEED IT FOR MY SECURITY SYSTEM? A recent wave of commercial break-ins has unveiled a brazen, knowledgeable criminal. Telephone lines have been cut which has effectively disabled the security system by causing a communication failure back to the monitoring station. In some cases, the entire panel was…
What is VoIP
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If you presently use a regular hard phone line, your services could be limited in the near future. Voice over internet protocol is the latest practical way to make phone calls over your internet connection. VoIP is a recreation of the telephone, allowing users to reach anyone across the globe with little to no issues as…
The Good Ole USA!
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Remember the day of silence, when tears filled our land. We all encountered evil and suffered at its hand. The light of day went dark as the dust settled in We lost many people, who were family and friends. But this nation came together, as we always do We held high our flag with pride:…
Give me the best security system price…
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One of the first questions many people ask a security provider is “How much does it cost?” To answer this simple question, let me explain some general guidelines for pricing a security system. Investing in a security system is much like purchasing a new car. Depending on what you want, the price can change dramatically….
Commercial Security Systems versus Access Systems
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Limiting access to your building whether during working hours or after hours is of utmost importance to any business. Inventory, records, even office items can be a prime target for a burglar or a sticky fingered employees. Some businesses choose to invest in either an access system or a commercial security system as their security…
Handling bullying in schools
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School has started. As parents, we want our children to be happy all the time. But what if they experience or witness bullying at school? Do they know what to do? Many adults don’t know exactly how to stop a bully. Imagine how much more helpless your children feel when confronting a bully? By teaching…
Warehouse Safety – Popping Rivets Proves unsuccessful for would-be thief
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Warehouse Safety Today we introduce our so-called smart burglar. He cased the warehouse and knows it has a security system. He decided that popping the rivets off of the back of the metal building would allow him a safe entry point. He avoided the doors. He chose a building with no windows or other visible…
Facebook for kids? LOOK OUT!
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This week on Facebook, there were several posts about door to door salespeople in the Tri-State area who “may be” child predators. These unconfirmed reports put parents on high alert! Yet, many parents allow their children unlimited access to social websites and do not monitor their use, though the number of child predators is exponentially…
Home Safety – 7 Safety Tips for When Your Child Stays Home Alone
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Whether your children come home to an empty house after school or they will be spending the summer at home while you work, their safety is always your first concern. Once you have decided that your children are mature and old enough to handle the responsibility that comes with staying home alone, you likely want…
Mass Shooters – Problems getting law enforcement to you
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In light of recent events, there have been thousands if not millions of comments via social media on how to keep the multitudes safe from active mass shooters. Whether you believe in open carry gun laws or in taking measures to strengthen the premises to protect those inside, the next step in planning is making…
Home Invasion – Tips for the safety of your family!
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The home invasion scenario is a perilous proposition. It involves criminals who are willing to forcibly enter a residence and threaten your family’s safety. They place themselves at higher risk for arrest, injury, or even death than in more anonymous, stealthy crimes. This being the case, it makes sense to establish if one’s residence or…
Home Safety – Don’t invite the burglars
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Summer is a time for vacations and getaways. But nothing can be more devastating than to come home and find your home ransacked by burglars. Even if the damage and stolen goods amount to a small monetary amount, the emotional toll can be very expensive. Burglary is usually a crime of convenience. Preparing your home…
Natural Disasters – Does your family have a PRACTICED safety plan?
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Natural disasters are unpredictable and can occur without warning. Does your family have a PRACTICED safety plan? It is very important to be prepared, to ensure the safety of your family. [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″] Make a family safety plan When preparing a natural disaster safety plan, you want to include your whole family. Children…
“Don’t burn down the house honey!” – 4th of July Safety Tips
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“Don’t burn down the house honey!” – 4th of July Fire and Safety Tips Special thanks to our technichian, Steve Weiss for the information in this blog! [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″] If on the fourth of July you have a significant other who: Insists that his fireworks display is the best in town Causes you…
Home Safety – 4 Fire Safety Tips for Your Home and Family
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Our children’s safety is always our priority. We do everything we can to keep them safe. At home, we use safety gates, electrical plug covers and teach them not to touch the hot stove. But things happen. Is your home fire safe? If there is a fire, are your children prepared? Many times house fires…
Reminder to our Wonderful Customers!
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REMINDER: We will be upgrading our phone system on Wednesday, June 17th, from 6 am – 6:30 am CST. YOU WILL NOT BE WITHOUT SERVICE! If you need to contact central station during this time, please call the following numbers: For Maxitrol customers: 812.455.5045 For Sonitrol customers: 812.549.6060 These phone numbers will be available should…
To all Sonitrol and Maxitrol customers:
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NOTICE TO OUR CUSTOMERS: We will be upgrading our phone system on Wednesday, June 17th, from 6 am – 6:30 am CST. YOU WILL NOT BE WITHOUT SERVICE! If you need to contact your central station operators during this time, please call the following numbers: For Maxitrol customers: 812.455.5045 For Sonitrol customers: 812.549.6060 Once again,…
Take a moment this Memorial Day!
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This weekend, please take a moment to remember those who paid the ultimate price; that we may fly Old Glory high, in the greatest country in the world: The United States of America
Doc Standring – He will be missed!
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Today, it is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our founding owner, Dr. William “Doc” Standring. It was 1969 when Al Cronk and Robert Baxter reached out to Doc to start a Sonitrol franchise in Evansville. Though a successful dentist, Doc jokingly said that he bought in because he wanted to have…
See the NEW verified security system in action!
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Sonitrol of Evansville would like to invite you to sit in the operator’s chair on a verified security alarm. See what they see. Hear what they hear. [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″] [su_youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_FJnjtjxKI”] [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″] This new verified security system, uses audio and video to confirm a burglary in progress. This allows law…
13 Tips for Parking Lot Safety
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For so many of us, parking lots have become a familiar venue. We have become so accustomed to frequenting these places, that we may have, perhaps, lost track of how vulnerable we can be. A parking lot, especially at night, can be a lonely place. If there are options, we should, first and foremost, chose…
Workplace Violence – Security solutions for businesses
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Business owners walk a fine line when respecting an employee’s right to privacy intersects with the very real need to prevent incidents of workplace violence from occurring. The Federal Bureau of Investigation defines workplace violence as a “murder or other violent acts committed by a disturbed or aggrieved employee or ex-employee against co-workers or supervisors”. Incidents of…
How important is verified security? Law Enforcement Answers…
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Commanding officers from Los Angeles, Kern Co. California, Akron Oh. and Highland Park, TX., share their views on verified security: [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″] [su_youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DuVOC2wFFvA”] [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″]
DIY Security Systems – Cost effective or installation nightmare?
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Walk into any big box store and you can find DIY systems for your home or business. The seemingly inexpensive cost and “easy directions” would make any DIY guru seem up to this task. However, proper installation of a security system can make the difference between keeping your property and coming home to an empty…
Parents – Are you Defining the Stranger Danger Line
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As a parent, your number one priority is the care and protection of your child. One of the challenges parents face is teaching your child to make their way in the world with confidence but also with a reasonable measure of caution. Parents need to warn their child of potential threats without making them anxious…
Apprehension – Verified security catches RX burglar
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At 1:09 am, April 9th , Sonitrol’s local central station received a verified security audio alarm from a pharmacy customer’s place of business. Operator heard breaking glass and what sounded like footsteps on breaking glass. Evansville Police Department was immediately dispatched. Upon arrival officers found a male suspect with latex gloves and tools in his pants. Suspect…
Alarm verification – the wave of the future!
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The next generation of alarm verification is coming and it is going to be huge. For over 50 years, Sonitrol has had audio alarm verification. Sonitrol’s verified alarms are sound-based – not motion-based – so when an alarm is triggered,our monitoring professionals can actually listen-in to determine whether a break-in is in progress, or whether…
Identify Property or shop the Pawn Shops
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According to FBI statistics, the crime rates in the United States have been on the rise. Burglary tops the list as one of the most common forms of crime. According to the latest FBI statistics, there were over two million burglaries in ONE year. Burglary in residential locations accounted for 73.9% of the overall numbers….
Spring Break Ideas to keep Young Adults safe
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Spring break is an exciting time for students, and often the first time a young adult is traveling without parental supervision. This leap of independence can be scary for both students and parents. With some advance planning and an eye towards safety, spring break can be a fun and educational experience. Here are some spring…
A Safe School Apprehension equals No Loss for the customer
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On Wednesday March 11th, Sonitrol operators received an alarm at 1:44 am at a local school. The Evansville Police Department were immediately dispatched to the location. At 1:48 am, operators started receiving other alarms in the building and were told by dispatch that the K9 unit had been deployed in the building. Suspect was found…
Have a safe and Happy Holiday!!
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Have a safe and Happy Holiday! From your security team at
Using Wireless Security Systems in Evansville
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Many users of wireless security systems in Evansville and surrounding areas are questioning the value of their security system after a recent news story on ABC News regarding the vulnerability to hackers. [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″] SO ARE ALL WIRELESS SECURITY SYSTEMS TRASH? The news story presented different threat scenarios which were based on criminals…
Halloween Pictures
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Introducing the backbone of our company and the reason why many of us get up to go to work. Thank you to all of our Sonitrol employees who shared these wonderful pictures with us!
“Fall back” this weekend – Daylight Savings Time & your security system
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DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME IS ONCE AGAIN UPON US. But have no fear; Your Intrusion or Fire Alarm system will experience minimal impact due to the time change. The clock on the panel at your location will pick up the correct time when the panel sends a periodic test to the Central Monitoring Station, or when…
Why Cell Backup
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What Exactly Is Cell Backup And Do I Need It For My Security System? A recent wave of commercial break-ins has unveiled a brazen, knowledgeable criminal. Telephone lines have been cut which has effectively disabled the security system by causing a communication failure back to the monitoring station. In some cases, the entire panel was ripped out….
School security systems – Do they violate students rights?
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Last week, one of the local Evansville radio stations, Hot 96 Morning Show, encouraged listeners to call the station and weigh in on how to keep our schools safe. There was an active member of the military that said schools should allow veterans to stand guard at the doors. Another caller recommended arming teachers. One…
812 area code changes will affect everyone in the local area!
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UPDATE: Sonitrol is almost complete with this reprogramming. If you have missed our phone call, please contact us! We are going to continue to reach out to you to get your system updated! Did you know that Indiana will be adding another area code – 930 – starting September 6, 2014? With the 812 area…
The Cloud – A vital part of your Security Solution
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Spending money on a camera system is only useful if you can review the footage the cameras record. Recently several Kentucky businesses who had installed camera systems were burglarized. When the owners attempted to view the recorded footage, they found the digital video recorders (DVR) were removed or destroyed. This deprived the owners and police…
“How do I know the technician won’t come back and rob me?”
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A new security system customer asked an installation technician this question. The technician shrugged his shoulders, because he had never thought about it, and said, “I guess, you don’t.” Choosing a company to provide you with security, should not be a “click of the mouse” decision. These people will not only be securing valuables, but…
3 Advantages of Monitored fire systems
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Residential fires have been the topic of several headlines in the Tri-State area recently. Sadly, these structure fires, ranging from homes to large apartment complexes, have taken several lives. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA): 1 in 320 homes per year have reported fire damage in the last five years On average, 7…
School Security doesn’t take a summer break
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School will be out soon! Summer will be here and the halls once filled with the voices of children will be silent. Unfortunately, these silent halls become a prime target for burglars and thieves. Though many law enforcement agencies, step up their patrols during the summer months, they can’t watch all the schools, all the…
Best case scenario for a commercial security system
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When a company invests in a commercial security system, what is the goal? Obviously to protect the property of the business in the event of a burglary! What if the burglar didn’t have to “break in”? What if an outdoor gate was left unlocked and someone walked right in? Take a look at the following…
Security Solutions to prevent Home Invasions
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The only thing worse than being burglarized is having someone break in while a family member is at home. Lately, home invasions have been the unfortunate headlines in our Tri-State area news. Many times, a home invasion starts out as a burglary, with the invader thinking the home is empty. Here are a few simple…
Fire and security systems – helping you help little people!
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Finding a daycare provider is one of the most important choices a parent will make for their child. Parents look for daycares, that are close to their home and employment while creating an educational and healthy atmosphere for their children. If you have chosen to tackle this mountain of responsibility and become a childcare provider,…
2 Apprehensions, 6 days after installation of verified video system
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This morning at 3 am, central station operators received a verified video alarm. Operators were able to view 2 suspects roaming in the warehouse. Police were immediately dispatched. After a search of the building by the K9 unit, law enforcement found suspects hiding on the roof. See actual footage of apprehension: [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″]…
7 common devices in fire and security systems
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Sign says: “Up to 5 devices for free!”. What does that mean? Common advertising for fire and security systems will give you a price on up to 5 devices. What “devices” do they mean? More importantly, will you be covered with just 5 devices? [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″] Audio Sensor – When a system is…
Why invest in CCTV remote cloud video?
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Dear Burglars, You may think you are smarter than the people that you are burglarizing. But you’re not! [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″] [su_youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=32_exduz0u4″] [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″] This suspect crawled through the ceiling of an abandoned supermarket, cut a hole into the wall of the neighboring T. J. Maxx store, then emptied a safe…
NO PROPERTY LOSS for a Sonitrol of Evansville customer
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Sonitrol of Evansville would like to thank the K-9 unit of the Evansville police department. [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″] [su_youtube url=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMWu7lGekVA”] [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″] This sweeping new technology, is monitored by our local central station in Evansville, IN. Endorsed by the National Sheriff’s Association, a Videofied system can help increase police response time. How?…
3 ways your security system will talk; is your provider listening?
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Let’s face it; communication is important! Have you ever been on a very important call, just to have your cell phone drop the call? Aggravating isn’t it? Having a security system with the wrong source of communication, can be not only aggravating but scary. Peace of mind is very important. The main reason to invest…
Cry Wolf! Security solutions to help assist law enforcement
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While researching false alarm statistics, I ran across the most descriptive website I have seen in awhile: If live you live in Charlotte, North Carolina and you receive a fine for a false alarm, go to this website to pay your fine: https://www.crywolfservices.com/charlottenc/ Cry wolf. How apropos! No one wants to delay law enforcement from responding…
WARNING! Can you view your cameras after your Windows upgrade?
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Is all the software compatible? As of April 8th, Microsoft will no longer provide tech support for Windows XP. The lack of security updates and patches has significant implications for businesses who have high security data on their servers. Many financial institutions and other businesses that store personal data like social security numbers and credit…
Pricing a Commercial Security System
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If installing a commercial security system is still on your “wish list”, consider these things: According to the Federal Bureau of Investigations: A burglary occurs every 15 seconds. Property owners suffered an estimated loss of $15.5 billion last year due to burglaries. After a burglary, it falls upon the business owner to prove to the…
EPD apprehend 1 suspect with the help of Verified Security Solutions
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Early Sunday morning, Sonitrol operators received an alarm on a verified audio system. Banging and breaking glass was heard by the operators at a vehicle repair center. Police arrived to find the suspect had entered through an overhead door. He was attempting to steal cash, damaged a vending machine and was about to damage another…
Fire and Safety Plan for Children – 4 “Must do’s”!!
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If a fire were to break out in your home tonight, how would your family react? Planning for the worst case scenario is not what daddy and mommy want to think about. In our world, we want everything to be perfect; safe for our family. Besides, you don’t want to scare the children unnecessarily, right?…
Verified audio security solutions help a church and a body shop
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At 5:00 am Sunday morning, Sonitrol of Evansville operators received a verified audio alarm at a local church. Despite the excellent response time of the Evansville Police department, the criminals had fled. Sonitrol operators then received a second verified audio alarm at a body shop located down the road. When Evansville Police arrived at the…
Sonitrol Assists Police in Apprehension Every 111 Minutes
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Sonitrol Assists Police in Apprehension Every 111 Minutes Since 1977, Sonitrol’s verified audio technology has assisted law enforcement in over 170,000 apprehensions [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″] Evansville and Muncie IN – November 6, 2013 — Sonitrol, the security industry’s leader in audio verification technology, has reached a milestone by assisting in its 170,000th documented apprehension…
Choosing an Alarm Monitoring Service in Evansville IN
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So you are thinking of installing a security system in your home. Perhaps something in the news has brought you to this decision. Maybe a neighbor just had a break in, or even worse, it was your home that was burglarized. You want something that is cost effective, high quality and built to fit your needs….
Focusing on what matters – Commercial Security Cameras
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Cameras, cameras everywhere, but do you really know what you need? In all of our blogs, we stress one basic rule: get a free expert assessment before you purchase a security system. Nothing hurts the pocket book more than purchasing something that: Doesn’t fulfill your needs lost money Quits working the day after the warranty…
Shout out to our Protectors – From Sonitrol of Evansville
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Sonitrol of Evansville and our employees would like to give a special “shout out” to all of our law enforcement, fire department, and military personnel. [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″] Thank you for continually putting yourself in harms way to protect our communities and our country! We appreciate you!!!
Alarm monitoring service helps customer prevent major damages
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Tuesday – August 27th 7:20pm – Operators received an alarm at a business location that the power to the security system was down. The owners were called and advised our operator that they were out of town, but sent someone to check on it. Follow up with the customer revealed that a fire in the…
Apprehension – Business security system prevents major loss
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1:58 am – Wohlsen Construction Sonitrol operators received a video alarm showing someone on the south side of the building. Law enforcement was immediately dispatched. Operators receive another alarm from inside the building and informed the police department. Police said no troopers would have been on the interior cameras. Troopers were able to apprehend one…
MegaDeth Mickey Mouse – Pros and Cons of apps as security solutions
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The other day I downloaded a TV remote app on my phone! “So cool”, I thought. I was ready to never again look for the TV remotes that my one year old babies purposely hide from me! I waited while the 24.07 MB app loaded on my phone. Okay, it turns the TV on, a…
E.D.I.T.H. by Doc Standring – Fire and safety in your home
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For Flashback Friday…..From the archives of Sonitrol of Evansville – fire and safety tips: Before the days of social media, customers would receive hand-typed letters as delivered by the United States Postal Service. I would like to share one of these letters, written by our very own Doc Standring: Foresight is less expensive (and safer)…
Apprehension – Home security monitoring helps new customers!
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Foresight is less expensive (and safer) than hindsight… Saturday, August 17th – Sonitrol technicians complete the install of a residential intrusion system in Winslow, Indiana Thursday, August 21st – At 1:37 am, Sonitrol operators received a panic alarm at the new Winslow address. Police are immediately dispatched. Using the call list, operators contact the woman…
4 economical ways to invest in church security
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This summer: A tri-state area church camp fell victim to a break-in. The criminals took appliances, including a double door refrigerator and kitchen utensils. A mentally disturbed man walked into a Henderson KY private school, screaming and was finally removed by police Vandals spray painted a church in downtown Evansville several times causing extra work…
Security Solutions start with removing opportunity
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Crime kept our Evansville Police Department extra busy this past weekend: 5 residential burglaries 1 business burglary 10 theft from vehicle and parts 2 robberies 7 vandalism to vehicles For locations of crime incidents, click on Evansville Police Department’ s Crime Analysis Map: [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″] Taking opportunity out of the equation Bad guy…
Home burglary? NOT IN MY HOUSE!
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NO NO NO The children are back in school. Your house is empty and there is a peaceful quiet in the house during the day… [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″] [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″] Did you know that most burglaries happen between the hours of 9am and 4:30pm? The fact of the matter is, a burglar…
5 Diamond Central Station – Educating for better Security Solutions
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Security Solutions start with education! The heart of any security company is their central operating station. Day in and day out, operators watch, waiting for an alarm to alert them of possible danger. These people are the first line of defense in the private sector of emergency response. They are also the brains of the…
Commercial Security Systems – 3 beneficial ideas
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When it comes to commercial security systems, foresight is less expensive than hindsight! If you are like 99.9% of all businesses out there, you opened your own business to make money. Many hours, sleepless nights and missed family affairs, have contributed to your success. The last thing you need, is someone collecting a paycheck and…
Instant Notification – Security solutions for everyone
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Long gone are the days of the rotary phone, dial up internet and skimming through a tape recorder to find the song you want. Now we can connect with someone across the world, not only by phone, but live video chat with them instantly. In a world where instant contact is now the norm, it…
Preventing false alarms using verfied security solutions
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In an effort to combat false alarms, legislators in states across the country are moving towards reducing the amount of time law enforcement spends responding to them. Georgia has approved “enhanced call verification” (ECV) which will require central monitoring stations to make two telephone calls to alarm owners, prior to dispatching the police. According to…
Water monitoring – You can do that??
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Minimize Damage Using Water Monitoring Water, water everywhere and not a drop should be there. Oh the hassle of opening your business or coming home to find a small water leak that has turned into a major disaster. Even with the best insurance company, there are still the headaches of scheduling adjusters, plumbers, painters, etc. [su_divider top=”no”…
Flash Flooding, do you live in areas at risk from flood hazard?
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Yesterday we experienced flash flooding in our home town of Evansville, IN. Are you prepared for this? A single natural disaster can displace your family and pets, destroying businesses, homes and food supplies. Severe storms can cause landslides, flash flooding, uproot trees and take out power. When Mother Nature rears her head, do you know what to…
School Security Measures don’t take a summer break.
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School security measures to help your school save money. The last day of school…children running through the halls with glee, planning their next 3 months of freedom, while creating job security for the janitor/maintenance person by cleaning out a locker that probably holds some type of missing assignment that was due at the first of…
Flooding – IN, KY, IL
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Severe Flooding in Local Areas If you are in the Tri-State area, please be careful! Do not drive into standing water Do not drive around temporary barriers Slow down NEVER text and drive Do not go out unless you have too Follow advice of local authorities if they recommend evacuation It is still raining here…
“Don’t burn down the house honey!” – 4th of July Fire and Safety Tips
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“Don’t burn down the house honey!” – 4th of July Fire and Safety Tips Special thanks to our technichian, Steve Weiss for the information in this blog! [su_divider top=”no” style=”double” divider_color=”#c8c8c8″] If on the fourth of July you have a significant other who: Insists that his fireworks display is the best in town Causes you…
“Born to be Wild” bandits apprehended – Verified Audio System
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“Born to be Wild” kids apprehended – Verified Audio System Today at 12:44pm, Sonitrol operators received a verified audio alarm. In this audio clip, which was activated by glass breaking, you can hear people talking and listening to music; and yes that is Born to be Wild playing in the background at the end of…
Saving lives using Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions
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Don’t fall victim to the silent killer! Carbon Monoxide Safety Precautions You wake up in the middle of the night feeling nauseous, dizzy and your head is pounding. If you are like most people, your first self-diagnosis would be FLU! You would probably go back to bed to see if you could sleep it off;…
Smoking laminator apprehended – fire and safety in the workplace
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Thursday night at 6:34pm, Sonitrol operators received a fire alarm at our customers building and immediately dispatched the fire department. Within 15 minutes the fire department was on the scene and the smoking hot laminator had been apprehended. The laminator had been left on after hours and set off the alarm. Loss to customer –…
Apprehension – Monitored Home Security saves money
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No shoes, no shirt, no stealing – monitored home security keeps property in owners hands! Last night at 3:52 am, our local Sonitrol operator received a basement/garage door alarm at a residence. Police were immediately dispatched. The owner was contacted and informed the operator that they were on vacation. When police entered the residence…
Apprehension – Preventative school security measures pay off!
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Foresight in school security measures help save local school from $ loss Last night at 11:50 PM, our local Sonitrol operator received an alarm in the school auditorium. Evansville police officers were dispatched. As per a special agreement with the local school, the on call Sonitrol technician was also dispatched to meet police at…
Verified Audio Systems – Big Brother?
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Just the facts on Verified Audio Systems A couple of months ago, I was introducing our verified audio systems to 7 Chamber of Commerce members when one of them said, “It sounds a little bit like big brother to me.” In a world where privacy is valued and becoming a rare commodity, a system that…
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