Are you still relying on outdated solutions for modern-day access issues? It might be time for an upgrade. Read on to learn more about three simple building access control systems you can get started with today.
Relocate Apartment Intercom Systems
Do you manage an apartment building in Edmonton? If so, here’s our primary recommendation: relocate your call box and intercom system. Many older Edmonton apartment buildings have these systems installed inside vestibules, intended to protect visitors and residents during cold Edmonton winters. However, as crime rises in core locations, these areas can create serious security risks.
For instance, the doors to these vestibules are often left unlocked so that visitors can easily access the interior call box, dial a resident’s number, and gain access to the building. But here’s the truth: these unlocked doors constantly allow unauthorized visitors in. From there, they can attempt to access the building by following residents through the inner door, loiter in the vestibule area, press call buttons to gain information about unit numbers, or even tamper with the intercom system itself.
The upgrade: Relocating call boxes and intercoms to the exterior of the building, where they are fully exposed to the street and visible from inside. This simple change drastically reduces the number of unauthorized visitors, protecting both your tenants and your building from danger.
Upgrade from Traditional Keys
While physical keys might work for residential properties, they definitely come up short for modern commercial building access control. For example, consider a multi-unit building in Edmonton that has a variety of tenants. In this situation, traditional keys are a property manager’s nightmare: they are easy to copy, difficult to track, and impossible to revoke remotely. If a resident loses a key or a tenant leaves unexpectedly, you have no quick way to prevent unauthorized entry.
The upgrade: Card and fob-based access control systems. These solutions give property managers complete visibility and control. Each entry is logged with a timestamp and cardholder ID. If a resident moves out or a contractor’s access period ends, you can deactivate their card instantly—no re-keying required.
Integrate Video Surveillance
With crime on the rise in Edmonton, your commercial buildings are under constant threat of vandalism, property damage, or theft. Are you protected–from every angle? The answer is a resounding no for properties without security cameras. If unauthorized visitors damage your property, enter your building, or commit a crime, you’ll have no visual record, making it basically impossible to investigate what happened.
The upgrade: Video surveillance paired with video intercoms closes these gaps completely. Cameras at entry points and common areas create an audit trail of every person who enters your building. Video intercoms let residents visually verify visitors before granting access. Together, they provide documented evidence for investigations, discourage criminal activity through visible deterrence, and give you real-time visibility into building activity.
Choose Karlen-Kada for Your Building Access Control Upgrades
No matter which upgrade you opt for, you’ll need an experienced security systems company on your side. At Karlen-Kada, we provide complete systems design, installation, and maintenance for commercial and industrial properties around the Edmonton area, including office buildings, apartments, schools, medical facilities, retirement homes, and more. Here’s why Edmonton property managers and building owners choose us:
- Single service provider: Looking for one company to take care of everything? We are the right team for you. From surveillance systems to fire protection, we can take care of it all.
- In-house installation: The Karlen-Kada team is built of our own trusted COR-certified technicians–no subcontractors needed.
- 24/7 support: Your building deserves support and attention–and we’re available around the clock to help.
Ready to Upgrade Your Building Access Control System?
Get started with Karlen-Kada today! As a trusted building maintenance provider in Edmonton, we specialize in creating unique systems that seamlessly integrate into your operations. Request a quote through our website or call our office for more information.