Guardian Security & Fire

Guardian Security & Fire: electronic security and fire protection in Kent since 1987

Guardian Security & Fire is a British company specialising in the installation and maintenance of electronic security and fire protection systems. Founded in 1987 and based in Canterbury, it operates throughout Kent and the South East of England, serving both homeowners and businesses. The company presents itself as an established provider after more than three decades of activity and states that it has installed over 8,000 security systems during that period.

Home services

The company's residential division covers burglar alarms, CCTV video surveillance systems, fire alarms, door entry systems and access control systems. The company also offers maintenance contracts and alarm monitoring services. Its home systems include a smart home app that allows security to be managed remotely.

Business protection

For the commercial sector, Guardian Security & Fire installs intruder alarms, CCTV, fire protection systems and access control, and provides maintenance and alarm monitoring services. The company states that thousands of businesses across Kent rely on it to protect their premises, staff and investments.

Accreditations and standards

The company is accredited by the National Security Inspectorate (NSI) at Gold level, a distinction it achieved in 2006 and describes as the highest in the security industry. It also holds BAFE SP203-1 certification for the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of systems. The company states that its installations are carried out in accordance with current British Standards and that its NSI Gold status allows it to work with police and fire services, as well as with government, education and commercial clients.

Track record and clients

Since its founding in 1987, Guardian Security & Fire has built a diverse client base in Kent. Among the organisations it states it has worked with are Kent Police, Kent County Council, DHL and Canterbury University. The company reports that it has made selective acquisitions that have expanded its scale and geographical coverage, and that it has a mobile team of engineers supported by an experienced management team.

How we work

The company describes a full turnkey service that begins with an initial onsite survey and then covers all stages of the installation, including ongoing maintenance. It offers free quotations and assessment visits for those interested.

Location and contact

Byre House Wincheap Ind Estate Cow Ln Canterbury CT1 3RW · Telephone: 01227 762128 · Email: mail@guardian4security.co.uk