Security Systems | Alarm Systems | Burglar Alarms

Independent Security Solutions, Inc. is the one-stop shop for all of your low voltage needs. Below are all of the different services we can offer to secure your family and home.

ISS is the largest locally owned and operated home security systems company offering burglar alarms in Minnesota. ISS offers custom residential security systems and burglar alarms to serve the unique needs facing customers today. With ISS you can expect to receive the fastest response time during a burglary, fire or medical emergency. ISS Security is one of the only security companies that designs, installs, monitors and services its own alarm systems. In addition to residential burglar alarms ISS has alarm systems for businesses as well.

Home Burglary Statistics:

• More than 80% of all attempted household burglaries are completed successfully
• Every 14.4 seconds a household burglary occurs
• 63% of residential intruders enter during the day
• 35% of residential intruders entered through the front door
• Homes with monitored security systems are 3 times less likely to be burglarized

Residential Home Security Minneapolis | Minneapolis Home Security

At ISS our goal is to offer the finest residential home security Minneapolis has to offer. We know that Minneapolis home security systems are as unique as our customer’s individual needs. We understand that Minneapolis home security is of utmost importance to our customers. The Minneapolis home security system that protects customers best is a Minneapolis home security system that’s installed with their family’s needs and budget in mind.

Upon evaluating your residential home security and lifestyle, we’ll custom-design a Minneapolis home security system using cutting-edge technology as our foundation. Your home will then be monitored by a state-of-the-art, UL listed monitoring facility providing the best residential home security Minneapolis protection possible and giving your family total peace of mind.

Fire Alarm Systems | Fire Protection Systems

Fires kill more Americans than all natural disasters put together, according to a study by National Fire Protection Association Fire Analysis and Research. Home fire alarm systems and fire protection systems are the first line of defense against such a disaster.

Unpredictable, destructive and deadly, fire kills more than 4,000 Americans every year and injures another 25,000. Most of these deaths happen in the very place where people should be their safest – in their homes! Two-thirds of these fires occur in houses not equipped with smoke alarms, fire alarm systems or fire protection systems, according to the U.S. Fire Administration.

Home Fire Statistics:

• 85% of those who die in fires perish in their own homes, usually when they are asleep
• Most deadly fires occur during the night, between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m.
• Most home fires are preventable by using fire alarm systems and fire protection systems
• A residential fire occurs every 80 seconds
• Home fires cost almost $6 billion annually in property damage and loss
• Every 24 hours, eleven Americans die in home fires

You can protect your family’s lives and your property from fire by taking these simple steps:

• Fire alarm systems and fire protection systems with monitoring by ISS will notify emergency personnel immediately in case of fire. This is the best “safety net” you can buy for your family’s protection: a fire alarm system that works automatically in case of disaster, even when you are asleep or away from home.
• Change the batteries on your simple smoke alarms once a year. Pick an easy day to remember, like the day you change your clocks back in the fall.
• Have an emergency escape plan for your family. Designate a meeting place for everyone to meet if there is a fire.
• Keep an eye on your electrical outlets for overloads, and look for frayed or broken electrical cords.

Intercom Systems for Home | Home Intercom System

Intercom systems for home can be a necessary component of any home security system so that you can better protect yourself and your family.  Through a home intercom system you can communicate with anyone attempting to gain access to your house, so that you know who’s at the door before you open it.  But that’s not the only application for a home intercom system.  They can also be useful assets for communicating with multiple floors or rooms so that you can better contact anyone in the house no matter where they may be.  This type of home intercom system will make your life easier by adding an extra layer of security and convenience to any residence. Intercom systems for home just make plain old sense.

Keyless Entry | Keyless Entry System | Door Entry Security Systems

ISS is the leader in keyless entry products. Keyless entry products are also commonly known as keyless entry system, digital keypad door lock, proximity card readers, prox card reader, security card access control system, digital entry door locks and electronic access control. Whatever type of door entry security systems you have in mind, ISS has you covered. Take control of building access and door entry security at your business with a Keyless Entry System from ISS. The Keyless Entry System limits access to your business by allowing entry only to authorized staff and guests. Unique ID codes are assigned to each person eliminating the cost and hassle of lost keys or magnetic swipe cards. Keyless entry system codes may be disabled at any time providing a safe, secure environment for employees, guests and vendors.

Security Cameras | Wireless Security Camera system | CCTV Camera

With our track record of outstanding customer service, we believe we’ll be able to secure you with just the right CCTV camera or CCTV camera system to meet your specific needs! CCTV Video surveillance allows for maximum flexibility, range, customization, and remote access, offering the best help to protect your business – no matter where you are.

Child Home Safety | Latchkey Kid Monitoring | Latchkey Child Monitoring

ISS also provides an affordable service for parents of home alone children. To subscribe to this child home safety service, please use our convenient Latchkey kid monitoring registration form. Here’s how it works.

• Subscribe – Sign-up online for our Latchkey kid monitoring calling service.
• Profile – specify your child’s profile (window of time to make calls to your child)
• Contacts – identify who we need to contact if we can’t reach your child

Once subscribed, our child home system automatically calls your child on the days and at the times you designate. If the call is not answered or acknowledged, our latchkey child monitoring system will automatically call you and/or send you an email alert.

ISS also provides online management of your account. This lets you view a history of the calls. You can also manage the dates and times for these calls including blackout dates.

Plus our service is performed automatically – there are no operators involved so we can ensure your child’s privacy.

Nanny Cam | Hidden Camera | Nanny Camera

Check in on your babysitter, caregiver or nanny with a nanny camera to make sure they are not abusing your loved ones. Using a nanny cam hidden camera is one of the easiest ways to catch somebody in the act of doing something they are not supposed to be doing.  Offenders never suspect that you are spying on them with a hidden camera or nanny cam. The nanny cam can be used while your home is being cleaned, for occasional in-home sitter services, and for security reasons.

Medical Monitoring System | Medical Alarm System | Remote Monitoring System

We are proud to offer professional quality, long range home medical monitoring system devices. We also offer mobile medical alarm system, panic button systems and wireless personal help devices.

• Do you need to protect an elderly family member who lives alone with a medical monitoring system?
• Do you have a relative who has physical limitations or medical problems and needs a medical alarm system?
• Is there an Alzheimer patient in your family who could wander off and can benefit from a remote monitoring system?
• Or do you just need a simple way for a loved one to call for help in case of an emergency?

Our highly trained medical alarm system experts can help find the right medical monitoring system for you.

Wireless Temperature Monitoring | Temperature Monitoring System | Temperature Controller

The cost of even one cold storage malfunction is often more than just monetary. Loss of samples, product, research and other sensitive materials can be catastrophic. Wireless Temperature Monitoring is a broad based requirement in many fields and ISS understands the critical part temperature and humidity regulation plays. Temperature Monitoring System is the simplest and most affordable commercial monitoring system — with automatic tracking and logging of temperature, humidity and more — providing real time, cost-saving results. Temperature Controller reduces costs associated with maintaining compliance while eliminating errors, reducing product loss, leveraging existing infrastructure, preserving quality and improving energy efficiency.

Key Fob System Control | Keyless Entry | Access Control

Home security key fob system control buttons can activate and deactivate the house alarm system. Some home security key fob system control units even include a “panic” button that activates the house alarm and alerts the proper authorities in the event of an emergency.

Keyless entry locks are becoming more common as a means of access control and there are various types of these available. There are a few different varieties of keyless entry locks. A common keyless entry access control unit is the push button lock which most typically has four buttons in vertical column or five buttons in a circle. With this type of access control, the buttons have to be pressed in the correct sequence to unlock the keyless entry door with buttons being pressed individually or in combination. Another common type of keyless entry access control is the keypad lock. This keyless entry device typically has a numbered keypad and a pin number of usually four to eight digits that need to be entered to activate the access control locking mechanism.

Another type of access control is the biometric lock. This tends to be less common and uses biometric technology such as fingerprint recognition, iris scanning or retinal scanning to activate the lock. When purchasing keyless locks you will need to consider whether you use a mechanical or electronic lock. Mechanical keyless locks can be more appropriate for an individual door, whereas an electronic lock can be ideal for an office building where access control of a number of doors needs to be considered

Central Vacuum Systems

Using Central Vacuum Systems is a healthier way to maintain your new home. Central Vacuum Systems are a great value for new homebuyers. There are many benefits to Central Vacuum Systems and the convenience is obvious.

Many homebuyers believe that central vacuum systems are a luxury item, beyond their budget. Central vacuum systems are priced and installed for much less than you think. Central vacuum systems are engineered to last, with durable construction and powerful motors to provide years of cleaning performance.

Combine these benefits with convenience, quieter operation, healthier indoor air quality, increased home value, and the advantages are clear. Central Vacuum Systems are everything you need for easy, effective, affordable whole-house cleaning.

Home Automation Devices | Home Automation Systems

ISS offers a complete line of home automation devices that makes home automation systems practical and affordable for every home. With ISS home automation devices, everything works together within home automation systems; home theater, multi-room music, lighting, temperature, safety and security systems.

Home Theater System | Home Theater Installation

ISS has the finest selection of home theater system components and furniture created from the world’s most innovative manufacturers. Our expert team of home theater system designers and home theater installation specialists assist with all facets of planning right through to home theater installation.

ISS offers the following professional services and products to enhance your home and life:

• Home Theater System Design and Home Theater Installation
• High Performance Music Systems and Components
• Home Automation Systems and Home Automation Devices
• Whole House Music Systems
• Whole House Lighting Control and Shading Systems
• In-House and On-Site Service Technicians
• In-Home Consultations Available

Home Security Minneapolis | Minneapolis Home Security

When it comes to home security Minneapolis, there is no shortage of choices. The availability of Minneapolis home security components and the decision of whether or not to use a monitored system tend to be two of the biggest considerations when designing home security systems that create peace of mind. Fortunately, ISS can help customers to educate themselves about these home security Minneapolis options. The result is that you are able to get the right Minneapolis home security system for your home.

Wireless Home Security | Wireless Security System | Wireless Home Security System| Security Alarm Monitoring

Home security is now using 21st century wireless home security technology. ISS alarm systems are now available that use wireless home security system technology.

ISS offers home security alarm monitoring services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

ISS has built our reputation one customer at a time, ensuring the safety of loved ones and property with advanced security alarm monitoring technologies that warn of security, fire, medical, and environmental emergencies. ISS is a locally-owned company that delivers quality systems and security alarm monitoring services with the integrity you would expect from an industry leader.

Business Security Systems Minneapolis

Securing your commercial property can have many aspects — you want to secure the building, people, equipment, goods and information. You need a security company that keeps up with industry trends and can provide options appropriate to your needs and budget. Independent Security Solutions, Inc. will provide a comprehensive needs evaluation and options of how to best secure your business security systems Minneapolis.

Business Alarm System | Business Security System Minneapolis | Business Alarm Systems

ISS focuses on protecting your business with business alarm systems. Learn more about ISS’s business security system Minneapolis. As a business professional, you have a lot on your plate. Not only do you have to make your business perform effectively, you also provide your employees with a secure environment in which to work. That is why ISS custom designs their commercial business alarm systems to meet your needs. Our well thought out approach to business alarm system installations makes the entire process painless.

Commercial Fire Alarm Systems | Minnesota Security

When it comes to fire safety and Minnesota security, it is important to protect your business. ISS employs the leaders in the fire protection industry to design and install commercial fire alarm systems that meet local and national fire codes, providing safety and security for Minnesota businesses throughout the state. Let us provide your Minnesota security and get peace of mind with our commercial fire alarm systems.

Fire Protection Sprinkler Systems |Fire Sprinkler System Installation

ISS trained and licensed technicians install, test and maintain your fire protection sprinkler systems to comply with NFPA standards, as well as federal, state and local codes specific to your business. Fire sprinkler system installation is the most effective method of protecting lives and property. Fire protection sprinkler systems are now recognized as being so effective they are being made mandatory in many situations.

Commercial Intercom Systems | Industrial Intercom System

Implementing a commercial intercom system is an excellent step in assuring that your access control system is safe and effective. ISS offers many different industrial intercom systems and products that will meet your facility’s specific needs without breaking your budget. With commercial intercom systems; granting access, public address, personnel paging, and private communication between two locations become possible with the touch of a button. Implementing a commercial intercom system is an excellent step in assuring that your access control system is safe and effective. ISS offers many different industrial intercom system products that will meet your facility’s specific needs without breaking your budget.

Access Control Systems | Minneapolis Access Control

When you need a high functioning access control systems, look no further than ISS. For more than two decades, we have specialized in the design and installation of automated security access control systems. We are Minneapolis access control specialists.

Key Card Entry Systems | Security Entry Systems

Key card entry systems can help you control and monitor people or vehicles through your business’ doors and parking lot barriers. With key card entry systems you no longer need to worry about managing old-style mechanical keys, or your employees duplicating or losing them! Security entry systems must be robust and easy to operate. ISS specializes in security entry systems.

Security Camera Systems | Surveillance Camera System

ISS carries a full line of security video camera systems and lenses (size and type) for different surveillance needs. We also carry many specialty surveillance camera systems; infrared, low-light, megapixel, IP and night vision cameras. Whatever your security camera systems needs are ISS can help. We offer many surveillance camera system packages.

Remote Viewing Accessibility

ISS has a number of methods for remote viewing accessibility of your security system, from IP-based cameras to web-based browser software. Many home security camera systems can provide you the ability to view your cameras while you are away from home over the internet.

One of the best applications of the internet is the ease by which you can remotely view and monitor your home, business or office. Simply connect our Digital Video Recorder (DVR) to your modem/router, programmed a dedicated web site address such as http://myhometestwebsite.dvrdns.org, and you can now view your home, office or business, anytime, anywhere.

CCTV

An ISS CCTV solution can help you keep an eye on areas of your business that are most important to you. We can Design, Engineer and Install for your commercial needs. ISS can aide in the development of a comprehensive security plan based on CCTV (Closed Circuit Television) Camera Systems. We offer CCTV, Access Control, Permanent Installation and Remote Monitoring.

• Structural Wiring (Voice, data & Video)
• Entry Systems
• Video Interiors
• Voice Data Wiring

ISS offers a full array of installment and systems integration solutions, all designed to fit your particular needs.

Business Telephone Systems Wiring | Commercial Phone Systems

Telephone wiring services include: new cabling, rewiring existing jacks for new service, troubleshoot, and repair. We install CAT5e, CAT6, and fiber, patch panels, as well as surface and wall mount jacks for phones and Ethernet wiring.

Temperature Monitor | Temperature Control

Our temperature monitor can monitor both a refrigerator and a freezer simultaneously, or two different freezers, or two different refrigerators. They not only monitor the temperature control but they also warn you if anything goes wrong.  Just add the optional auto dialer to any of our temperature monitor systems and you will receive a phone call any time the alarm is triggered.  So if the temperature control gets too warm or cold for too long or the power fails the auto dialer will call several people and deliver a message.  You will never be unaware of an unsafe condition again with our temperature monitor system watching your refrigerators and freezers.

Network Cabling Installation |Computer Network Cabling

ISS specializes in the design and network cabling installation of structured network systems with an emphasis on corporate environments. Whether your computer network cabling project is for ten computers or ten buildings in a campus environment, ISS can provide the copper and fiber cabling needed to connect voice and data across the LAN. ISS also offers wireless access points, card access and surveillance, VoIP systems and CCTV installation

Security companies in Minnesota | Security Systems Minnesota

Don’t settle for a second-string security company when ISS provides the most trusted home alarm security systems Minnesota has to offer. ISS is a Minnesota security company with all local management and local ownership. ISS offers its customers big business security solutions with small business personality. As far as security companies in Minnesota, we feel that were the best choice. Try us and you’ll agree.

Wireless Business Alarm Systems | Wireless Industrial Security Systems

With a wireless system, there are no wires to cut, so an intruder has little chance of entering your home undetected.

And if the thought of running wires throughout your home has kept you from purchasing a security system in the past, the ISS monitored wireless system may be just the option for you. Installation is easy and requires minimal drilling compared to hard-wired systems.

Alarm Monitoring | Security Monitoring

Our alarm monitoring station qualifies for all insurance discounts and is among the best in Minnesota security monitoring.  Our monthly security monitoring rates start at only $24.95 + tax per month if there is a compatible security system already installed in the home. We feel this offers the most comprehensive form or protection. In the event of an alarm being activated, the security monitoring signal will immediately alert the monitoring station. Depending on your wishes, you will receive a phone call to assess the situation, or a call will be placed directly to emergency services. At ISS, our job is to give you peace of mind, 24x7x365.

Testimonial

“The work performed and level of customer service that Christian and Phil provided has been excellent. We appreciate the level of professionalism and work ethic demonstrated by your company. We would recommend you to anyone. We are looking at switching our monitoring to the central station that you work with in the near future.” -Curt Martinson, PSD, Inc.

Restaurants & Bars

Restaurants and Bars are an area of specialty for ISS. Their design can include many low-voltage needs. Security, phone, intercom, satellite TV and audio systems can all be a part of the design of a full service Restaurant or Bar. ISS has positioned itself with training and strategic hiring of its employees to be able to offer the full array of low-voltage services. Instead of hiring separate contractors to handle each area of low-voltage installation, ISS is a one-stop-shop.

The security systems ISS installs help our customers.

• Easy to use Security Systems
• Reduction of Inventory Shrinkage
• Decrease Cash Theft
• Cash Register Balancing
• Centralized Self-Management of Security Keypad Codes, Keyholder Lists, Passwords, History Reports
• Freezer and cooler temperature monitoring
• Fire Alarm testing and inspection to meet State requirements
• Employee Customer Service Training
• Security Equipment and Procedure standardization for multiple stores
• False alarm reduction with “Codeless” security system arming and disarming, the easiest equipment to use on the planet!
• Burglar Alarm
• Fire Alarm
• Sprinkler System Monitoring
• Intercom Systems
• Access Control
• Entry Systems
• Camera Systems
• Remote Viewing Accessibility
• Closed Circuit TV
• Phone System Wiring
• Temperature Control & Monitoring
• Network Cabling
• Hardwired & Wireless Systems
• Low Cost Monitoring via Telephone Line and Radio Satellite

Security Challenges

Convenience Stores and Service Stations present their own unique security monitoring challenges.

Convenience Stores

Convenience stores deal with drive-offs, inventory shrinkage, employee management, and oftentimes carwash concerns.

Service Stations

Service Stations may face many of the same issues, but because of harsh environmental conditions, a repair shop security system has to be designed so that it minimizes any nuisance alarms.

MSSA Special Contracted Monitoring Rates

As a proud member of the MSSA, ISS offers its member’s special contracted monitoring rates and system upgrades starting with just a single location. The ISS team specializes in solutions that bring great value to our Convenience Store and Service Station customers. Contact us to talk about your specific situation!

• Easy to use Security Systems
• Reduction of Inventory Shrinkage
• Decrease Cash Theft
• Drive-Off Identity
• Cash Register Balancing
• Centralized Self-Management of Security Keypad Codes, Keyholder Lists, Passwords, History Reports
• Freezer and cooler temperature monitoring
• Fire Alarm testing and inspection to meet State requirements
• Employee Customer Service Training
• Carwash monitoring
• Security Equipment and Procedure standardization for multiple stores

False alarm reduction with “Codeless” security system arming and disarming, the easiest equipment to use on the planet!