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Need help to understand, fix, or get the most out of your home security system? In this article, we’re answering the top questions asked by Guardian Protection customers. At Guardian, we pride ourselves on being powered by real people who are only a phone call away. But, for days when help is needed and a quick search is more efficient, our vast Support Center is a great customer resource. And to help you even more with rapid problem-solving, we’re bringing answers to common questions front and center, right here. Continue reading to get all of the answers to Guardian’s frequently asked home security questions. How do I get a copy of my Certificate of Monitoring? A certificate of monitoring is proof that your home has professionally monitored security services and is often required by insurance companies in order to give a discount on home insurance. Here’s how to download your Certificate of Monitoring:   1.  Log into your Guardian account .   2. Choose Account Info...

In recognition of their dedication to creating safer communities, Guardian Protection recently hosted an appreciation night at PNC Park for Western Pennsylvania area police officers, firefighters, and their guests. Gamegoers watched the Phillies play the Pirates on a weather-perfect Saturday night and afterward, viewed a firework spectacular, with 50 lucky guests being chosen to watch fireworks on the field. Pleasant Hills, Pa. police officer Kristin Mitrisin threw the first pitch of the game, chosen for the honor as the result of a nomination-driven social media contest sponsored by Guardian. Last year, Office Mitrisin was traveling on a Pittsburgh highway when she was flagged down by Joe and Jodi Schleicher. They were in the car with their nine-day old baby who had stopped breathing.  Mitrisin pulled off to the side of the road, performed CPR on the baby, and rushed the family to the hospital. Today, the child is alive and well.  Baby Olivia and her family paid a surprise ...

Your customers see a satisfying menu, meal choices that suit the pickiest in the bunch, and a staff that’s working hard to please.  Yet, ever-present for you is the question, “How do I keep my restaurant profitable?”  Security and safety are good places to start.  Take a look at what keeps restaurant owners like you awake at night and what you can do about it. What’s Going on When I’m Not There? It’s reasonable to expect a text or phone call from your team if something is wrong at your restaurant, but it’s not unusual that other activities could be going under the radar.  A study conducted by Career Builder employment website states that 25 percent of workers admit they are late to work at least once a month, and 38 percent of those fall into the 18-34 age range category. A real-time remote security management tool — a simple mobile app such as EdgePro or EdgePremium — can tell you if your employees are opening late and/or closing early, an activity that costs...

What’s one big benefit of professional home security vs. DIY systems? For Guardian Protection customers, it’s our award-winning monitoring center available 24/7. Continue reading to learn how professional monitoring can make a difference during the unexpected. As a parent, homeowner, pet lover, or all of the above, it’s your priority to protect what you value most. But, unfortunately, emergencies happen and it helps to have a team of experts ready to respond. Here’s how our professional monitoring team keeps watch to help keep your home safe. Different Types of Professional Monitoring in Motion Monitored Burglary Detection It’s a common fear for frequent travelers: Unwanted intruders while you’re away. But, Guardian’s monitoring combined with motion sensors and glass break detectors allows you to leave home with peace of mind. How it works : Detected motion, such as a glass break, triggers the alarm. This alerts Guardian’s monitoring center and prompts one of our trained Secur...

Who’s not looking for a great new place to eat?  According to Statista.com , in the 10 years leading up to 2019, food and drink sales in the U.S. restaurant industry steadily increased and reached over 773 billion dollars in 2019. In February 2022 FastCasual.com a digital outlet that’s reported on news, events, trends, and people in the fast casual restaurant industry since 1997, reported that consumer spending at restaurants grew by 16% in 2021 compared to the previous year.  That’s good news for you, as a restaurant operator! On the other hand, if you’re considering entering the industry, startup costs for an average restaurant range from $275,000 to $425,000 according to accounting software firm Sage.  Breaking it down, costs are said to include a security lease deposit or mortgage down payment, legal fees, building improvements, kitchen and cooking equipment, tables, furniture, and tableware, ordering and payment technology (POS) systems, signage, and creating acc...