What are the benefits of building control systems?

Building control systems installed in Leeds by Dalec

Designed to make buildings comfortable, safe and secure, installing a building control system offers protection for the people who live and work there, whilst helping to cut running costs and improve efficiency.

Building management systems are computer controlled and can be used to monitor and control a number of services such as heating, ventilation, fire safety protection system, lifts, CCTV, access control and security. In addition, building control systems can also be used to monitor and control the distribution of power and energy usage.

Installing a building management system could help you make significant savings in terms of running costs as you’ll have a much clearer picture of how your building is operating, offering the capability to make adjustments to systems and improve performance. A range of other benefits are also possible including alarms designed to alert when failures occur or security is breached.

Intelligent building management systems offer an enhanced level of control as they are designed to collate information and controls relating to a number of systems operating using different software applications, enabling you to control them through just one interface. Not only does this make analysis and monitoring easier, it also allows information from one system to control others.

Building control systems for buildings of all shapes and sizes

In the past building control systems were mainly used in large commercial buildings. However, as monitoring and detection have become cheaper, equipment easier to control and wireless systems more readily available, building control systems are now being installed in a wider range of buildings. A range of cost-effective benefits are possible including:

  • Enhanced control of conditions and systems – ideal for use in commercial, industrial and office premises.
  • Operating costs can be allocated within a business or amongst tenants in a residential building.
  • Problems are detected early.
  • Safety is improved.
  • Productivity is increased.
  • Resources and equipment can be targeted to where they are needed most.

Contact Dalec for further information

Here at Dalec we are registered installers of net10, a state of the art building control system which delivers exceptional access control, IP video management and building automation. If you would like further information on building control, or to obtain a free, no-obligation quote, please don’t hesitate to get in touch for further information.

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National Home Security Month 2018

Leeds security installations designed to help you protect your home

October is National Home Security Month and with this in mind, we thought we’d offer you some advice on the most effective ways to protect your home from the risk of theft. Contrary to popular belief, the majority of burglaries are carried out by opportune thieves acting on the spur of the moment. Whilst this highlights the importance of ensuring your doors and windows are locked, what else can you to to ensure your property is protected?

Simple steps to improving home security

Although there’s no substitute for a security alarm, there are lots of simple steps you can take to improve the security of your home::

  • Always make sure exterior doors are locked, even when you’re at home.
  • Windows should be fitted with robust locks.
  • If you go away on holiday, use timer switches to switch the radio, TV and lamps on and off as this helps to make your home look occupied.
  • Ask a friend or neighbour to move post out of sight of the front door when you’re away.
  • Illuminate outside areas with security lighting – this will help to deter thieves whilst helping you feel more secure when you return home at night.
  • Never leave a spare key hidden near the front door as this is the first place thieves will look! If you do need to provide access to a spare key the safest thing to do is to fit a key safe.

Security alarms designed to provide round-the-clock protection

Perhaps the single most effective step you can take is to ensure your property is protected by a working security alarms. Whilst fake alarm bell boxes do provide a visible deterrent, there really is no substitute for the real thing. The latest wireless security alarms are quick and simple to fit, with options available to suit all properties and budgets. Here at Dalec we have the expertise to design and install an alarm to meet your requirements, providing you with complete protection and peace of mind.

If you would like to find out more, or to obtain a free, no-obligation quote, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

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Protect your home or business with security lighting

Security lighting installed in Leeds by Dalec

The clocks change at the end of this month with the longer nights offering increased opportunities for thieves to make the most of the cover of darkness. With this in mind, it’s important to be vigilant about the security of your home or business. Security lighting offers a cost efficient deterrent, providing you with the extra protection your property needs.

Safeguard the exterior of your property with security lighting

Sadly many thieves take advantage of the protection that darkness offers them, hiding in poorly lit corners to monitor activity within a property. Driveways, side alleys, business car parks and gardens all provide excellent hiding places but illuminating these areas offers a highly effective way to deter thieves.

Here at Dalec we have the expertise to install security lighting suitable for all types of building; from ground floor flats and bungalows, through to large houses, offices and factories. We’ll work closely with you to design a solution which meets your budget and requirements, offering you peace of mind that your home or business is fully protected.

A range of security lighting options are available for installation in Leeds, from basic security lights designed to be triggered by movement, through to sophisticated systems designed to be integrated with a wider security system.

Contact Dalec for further information

If you would like to find out more about the best way to use security lighting to protect your home or business in Leeds, please don’t hesitate to get in touch to arrange a free, no-obligation quote at a time to suit you.

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Protect valuable stock and business equipment with a security alarm installed by Dalec

Business security systems installed in Leeds

The run up to Christmas is well underway for many businesses and if your premises will home to large amounts of expensive stock over the coming weeks, it’s vital that you ensure you have adequate security protection.

Unfortunately many thieves take advantage of the busy run up to Christmas by targeting retail businesses and with this in mind, it’s important to take steps now to protect valuable stock and business assets. We often work with businesses who have recently been burgled and as a result are having an alarm system installed for the first time. Our advice to business owners is always don’t wait until it’s too late: install an alarm system now before waiting for the worst to happen.

We can help you protect your businesses

Security protection for businesses is vital at any time of year and not just the run up to Christmas. We work with businesses of all sizes throughout Leeds and West Yorkshire, installing alarms, CCTV systems, door entry systems and security lighting, all designed to provide highly effective protection.

We understand that different businesses have different requirements and whether you run your business from home, have a retail premises or are based in a large warehouse, we can provide a solution designed to meet your individual needs.

Get in touch for further information about our security installations in Leeds

Our team are all fully qualified and highly experienced, with wide ranging expertise in the design and installation of security systems. If you would like to find out more about how we can provide your business with the protection it deserves, why not get in touch to arrange a free, no-obligation quote at a time to suit you?

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