Commercial Break-In Statistics for Michigan Businesses
Your Complete Self Storage Security Partner
Guardian Alarm designs, installs, monitors, and services complete security systems for self storage facilities. Your cameras, alarms, access control, and monitoring come from one local partner.
Gate-Level Access Control
Keypad and mobile credentials tie facility access to each tenant and their payment status. Access logs show exactly who entered, which unit, and when.
Catch Theft on Camera
Storage units are prime targets because valuables sit unattended for months. Cameras on gates, drive aisles, and hallways deter break-ins and capture the evidence you need.
Alarm Every Individual Unit
Per-unit door alarms arm and disarm with each tenant’s access code. An unauthorized opening triggers an instant alert instead of a discovery weeks later.
Monitor 24/7, Respond Anywhere
Trained professionals watch your facility around the clock. Live agents warn intruders through on-site speakers and dispatch police when a threat is verified.
Protect Tenants Remotely
Most facilities run lean or unstaffed. Remote video monitoring and live audio warnings act like an on-duty guard on the nights and weekends your office is closed.
One Platform for Every Location
Gates, cameras, and unit alarms run on one cloud dashboard, so you manage a single site or a full portfolio from one place with one local partner.
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What We Provide
Self storage facilities run with few staff and valuables left unattended for months. Break-ins, vandalism, and unauthorized access are the most common threats, and most happen after the office closes.
Access Control
- Keypad & Mobile Credential Gate Entry
- Access Tied to Tenant Payment Status
- Cloud-Based Multi-Facility Management
Individual Unit Alarms
- Per-Door Alarms Armed by Tenant Code
- Instant Alerts on Unauthorized Openings
- Motion Sensors Active After Hours
Video Surveillance
- Security Cameras for Gates, Aisles & Hallways
- Infrared Night Vision & PTZ Coverage
- License Plate Recognition at Entry & Exit
Remote Video Monitoring
- Live Audio Intervention Through On-Site Speakers
- 24/7 Monitoring by Trained Professionals
- Police Dispatch for Verified Threats
Intrusion
Alarms
- Perimeter & Fence Sensors
- Office Room Protection
Worker
Safety
- LoneWorkE.R.S. for Solo Managers
- Panic & Protection Devices
Fire & Life Safety
- Smoke & Heat Detection
- Emergency Notifications
Specialty Protection
- Climate & Environmental Monitoring
- After-Hours Motion Analytics
Local Response When Minutes Count
Our monitoring center is staffed by Guardian Alarm employees in the Midwest, not an overseas call center, so when a unit alarm or gate triggers, they call within seconds.
Built for Unattended Facilities
Remote video monitoring, live audio warnings, and per-unit alarms protect your site the way an on-duty guard would, on the nights and weekends your office is closed.
One Partner for Every Facility
Guardian Alarm covers a single location or a portfolio of sites with one point of contact, unified management, and local service teams, so your security scales as you grow.
Securing Every Type of Storage Facility
Guardian Alarm builds self storage security systems around each facility’s layout, access points, building type, and hours of operation.
Drive-Up Storage
Gate access control, drive-aisle cameras, and per-unit door alarms cover open-air rows. License plate recognition logs every vehicle that enters and leaves.
Climate-Controlled Facilities
Indoor hallway cameras, individual unit alarms, and access control on every interior door. Environmental monitoring protects temperature-sensitive belongings.
Multi-Story Indoor Storage
Coverage on every floor, elevator, and stairwell, with credentialed access at each entry point. Blind corners and back hallways get watched, not skipped.
RV, Boat & Vehicle Storage
Perimeter cameras, motion analytics, and live audio warnings protect high-value vehicles in open lots. Catalytic converter and fuel theft are deterred before damage is done.
Portable & Container Storage
Mobile security towers and perimeter sensors secure container yards with no fixed infrastructure. Towers deploy in hours and run on solar power.
Unmanned & Remote Sites
Remote video monitoring replaces the on-site manager after hours, with live agents and police dispatch. Ideal for automated and kiosk-run facilities.
Wine & Specialty Storage
Tighter access control, environmental monitoring, and camera coverage for high-value collections. Entry logs document every visit to sensitive units.
Multi-Facility Operators
Standardized security across every location managed from one cloud platform. One point of contact, consolidated reporting, and local service at each site.
Frequently Asked Questions About Self Storage Security
Why do self storage facilities need security systems?
Storage units hold valuables that sit unattended for months in facilities run by minimal staff, which makes them steady targets for theft. A monitored system with cameras, gate control, and unit alarms deters break-ins and documents any incident for tenants and insurers.
What should a self storage security system include?
The core components are gate access control, video surveillance of drive aisles and hallways, individual unit door alarms, and 24/7 professional monitoring. Together they control who enters, watch the property, and turn an unauthorized opening into an instant alert.
What kind of cameras work best for storage units?
Weatherproof cameras with infrared night vision and PTZ coverage handle drive aisles, gates, and dim hallways around the clock. Guardian Alarm places license plate recognition cameras at entrances so every vehicle is logged coming and going.
How does access control improve storage facility security?
Keypad and mobile credentials tie facility entry to each tenant and their payment status, so access is revoked automatically when an account lapses. Entry logs show exactly who came in, which unit they reached, and when.
Can individual storage units be alarmed?
Yes. Per-unit door alarms arm and disarm with each tenant’s access code, so an unauthorized opening triggers an immediate alert instead of being discovered weeks later.
Can Guardian Alarm monitor my facility after hours?
Yes. Our UL-listed monitoring center is staffed 24/7/365, and live agents can warn intruders through on-site speakers and dispatch police when a threat is verified, even when your office is closed.
Does a security system help an unmanned storage facility?
Yes. Remote video monitoring and live audio intervention act like an on-duty guard for automated and kiosk-run sites, deterring trespassers without staff on the property.
Can security systems lower my insurance or liability?
Often, yes. Documented monitoring, access logs, and recorded video reduce theft claims and protect you against disputes, and many insurers discount premiums for professionally monitored facilities.
Can you secure multiple storage locations at once?
Yes. Guardian Alarm manages a single site or a full portfolio from one cloud platform, with one point of contact, consolidated reporting, and local service teams at each location.
Will installation disrupt my operation?
No. Installations are phased around your office hours and tenant access, so gates, aisles, and units stay available throughout the work.
How do I get a security assessment for my storage facility?
Guardian Alarm offers a free on-site assessment covering your gates, layout, camera coverage, and access points. A specialist then designs a plan sized to your facility and budget.
Ready To Lock Down Your Site?
Schedule a time with our team or call us at 1-800-STAY-OUT (1-800-782-9688) for a free security consultation
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