Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Residential & Commercial Security Solutions
Central Alarm has been safeguarding homes and businesses in Tucson and Southern Arizona since 1939. As a family-owned, locally operated company, we combine decades of industry experience with cutting-edge technology to deliver tailored security solutions. Our team of professionals works hand-in-hand with local law enforcement to address community-specific challenges, ensuring comprehensive protection for residential and commercial properties. With over 80 years of service, we maintain a 24/7 dispatch center and offer guard services, alarm systems, and advanced monitoring technologies.Our commitment to innovation includes integrating wireless solutions, video verification, and mobile access control while prioritizing personalized customer service. We serve diverse areas including Casa Grande, Nogales, and Cochise County, maintaining rapid response capabilities through strategically located branches. Our reputation for reliability is evidenced by long-term client relationships and consistent investment in staff training that exceeds state licensing requirements.
Services
Residential Security
Commercial Security
Guard Services
Video Surveillance
Access Control
Details
- Year established: 1939
Highlights and features
- We've protected Tucson communities for over 80 years with proven expertise
- Our 24/7 dispatch center ensures immediate emergency response capabilities
- Locally owned operation with in-depth regional security knowledge
- We implement cutting-edge technology including wireless systems and video verification
- Our guards exceed state licensing training requirements for professional service
What people say
Super fast response
Excellent service
Knowledgeable staff
Competitive rates
Complete peace of mind
Services
Residential Security
Our residential security systems protect Tucson homes with burglar alarms, smoke detectors, and video surveillance. We offer wireless solutions requiring no phone lines, using encrypted AES radio and cellular networks for reliable communication. Professional installation includes custom-tailored systems with doorbell cameras and flood detectors, ensuring comprehensive protection for families and properties.
Commercial Security
Tailored security solutions for businesses include fire alarms, access control systems, and video surveillance. Our consultants with 150+ combined years of experience design systems that protect assets while optimizing budgets. Services cover warehouse monitoring, retail theft prevention, and integration with existing infrastructure, ensuring operational continuity for commercial clients across Southern Arizona.
Guard Services
24/7 licensed security guards and mobile patrol services protect commercial and residential properties. Our state-certified personnel provide on-site protection, vacation property checks, and alarm response. With rapid dispatch capabilities and marked vehicles, we offer interior/exterior inspections and key management services to prevent security breaches in Tucson and surrounding areas.
Video Surveillance
Advanced video monitoring solutions include doorbell cameras and thermal imaging systems. Our Videofied technology provides real-time verification of security events, reducing false alarms. Commercial clients benefit from integrated camera networks that deter theft and provide evidentiary documentation, with remote access via smartphone or computer.
Access Control
Modern access control systems regulate building entry with card readers and biometric verification. Our solutions integrate with alarm systems to monitor entry points while providing audit trails. Commercial clients receive customized implementations that balance security with employee convenience across multiple business locations.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Tucson, Pinetop-Lakeside, Casa Grande, Nogales, Vail, and all Southern Arizona communities including Cochise County.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency service?
Yes, our 24-hour dispatch center provides immediate response for alarm activations and security emergencies across our service areas.
Can you work with existing security systems?
We integrate with and upgrade existing systems, providing modernization while maintaining functional components to reduce costs.
What technology platforms do you use?
We utilize Alarm.com, Videofied, Total Connect, DMP Virtual Keypad, and proprietary VVaaS video verification systems for comprehensive coverage.
Are your security guards licensed?
All our guards exceed Arizona licensing requirements with extensive training in emergency response and customer service protocols.
Do you offer free security assessments?
Yes, we provide complimentary home and business security evaluations to determine optimal protection strategies for your specific needs.