Why Your Business Needs Key Holding & Alarm Response

Winter brings darker nights, quieter trading periods and a rise in seasonal burglaries. For many businesses, it’s also the time when staff take annual leave, meaning fewer people on site and higher security risks.

Key holding and alarm response services give you 24/7 peace of mind, knowing trained professionals are ready to respond to any incident.

What Is Key Holding?

Key holding is when a trusted security company holds secure copies of your building keys and responds to:

• Alarm activations

• Access requests

• Emergency call outs

• Out of hours checks

It removes risk from managers and staff while ensuring rapid response.

Why Winter Is Peak Season for Alarm Response

1. Longer Nights = More Opportunities for Crime

Commercial burglary rates traditionally rise in winter months due to reduced visibility and earlier darkness.

2. Empty Buildings Are Vulnerable

Offices, shops and warehouses often close for longer over the Christmas period. Unattended buildings need stronger protection.

3. Staff Availability Drops

People are off sick, on holiday, or simply unavailable at short notice. Key holders provide continuity.

4. It Protects Your Team

Staff shouldn’t be responding to 3am alarm calls, especially alone.

Trained security officers keep them safe.

Benefits of Professional Key Holding

• Rapid alarm response

• Full site inspection

• Emergency services liaison

• Lock/unlock services

• Proven incident reporting

• Lower insurance risks

• Peace of mind during the holidays

Akon Security Services Ltd Covers You All Winter

Our key holding and alarm response services ensure your business is safe while you enjoy Christmas with your family, not rushing out to deal with alarms.

📞 Speak to Akon Security Services Ltd about winter security packages.

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