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Business security
Commercial security specialists

Specialists in monitored business alarms & CCTV

Offices, shops, restaurants, warehousesMonitored alarms & CCTVPremium quality at affordable costsNo expensive annual costs

How AMCO's LiveTalk monitored alarms work

Whenever your alarm or CCTV activates, we immediately listen, see and talk into the property - 24/7.

AMCO listens via microphone20 seconds after activation

AMCO listens via microphone

Intruder activates LiveTalk alarm monitoring, allowing AMCO to listen into the property immediately.

AMCO challenges via speaker5 seconds later

AMCO challenges via speaker

Intruder is startled by AMCO staff verbally challenging through a speaker in the property.

AMCO alerts emergency services10 seconds later

AMCO alerts emergency services

AMCO alerts police. Intruder runs away quickly, empty handed.

Bespoke business security

Monitored security for all sizes of business

AMCO specialises in monitored business alarm systems with LiveTalk monitoring - giving you the peace of mind that someone is there to help 24/7 when you and your staff need it most.

Who we help

Business security for every sector

Shops & lone worker protection

AMCO's LiveTalk Lone Worker system is a low-cost high-security panic attack button system designed for use in shops, restaurants and bars where staff work alone.

Office alarm systems

AMCO installs an increasing number of office security systems - a mix of CCTV, Access Control and monitored alarm systems, largely due to expensive computer equipment on-site.

Large commercial sites

Over the years AMCO have developed expertise in providing security for large commercial sites like warehouses, commercial yards and outdoor spaces like solar farms.

Specialist AI CCTV for business

AMCO have experience implementing commercial CCTV for anything from corner shops to large warehouses. We specialise in AI CCTV - providing a truly 'smart' security solution.

How much business alarm systems cost

Cost depends on: what you're securing, equipment types, security levels required, and monitoring/maintenance services needed.

Commercial alarm installationfrom £1,200
Annual alarm monitoringfrom £250
Annual maintenancefrom £120
How we compare

Business alarm system comparison

Businesses choose AMCO for specialist monitored alarms at a sensible price.

FeatureAMCOADTSecom
Alarm, CCTV & Access control
LiveTalk 24/7 alarm monitoring
Low-cost monitoring (£34.99/mo)
Family owned / family service
1 year minimum contract (not 3)

Insurance requirements for business alarm systems

In many cases, insurance companies mandate their commercial customers to have alarm systems. Common requirements include:

Monitored / police-response

Many insurers mandate a monitored alarm system, and for high-security situations require a system with police response.

Grade 2 or Grade 3 equipment

High-security commercial alarms often require Grade 3 equipment including anti-masking technology.

Dual path monitoring (GSM back-up)

For high-risk or vulnerable sites - if the main line is cut, the GSM path continues signalling to the monitoring station.

No expensive contracts. Just good value & good service.

We don't charge outrageous call-out fees or tie customers into onerous contracts. Quotes take less than 10 minutes - we'll give you good advice rather than a hard sell.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

In many cases yes. Insurance companies often mandate monitored alarm systems with police response for commercial customers. Requirements vary - common ones include Grade 2 or Grade 3 equipment, monitored/police-response, and dual path monitoring (GSM back-up) for high-risk sites.
Grade 3 is a high security level including 'anti-masking' technology on sensors to prevent them being covered or tampered with. Required by insurers for high-risk businesses such as jewellers and betting shops.
Dual path means your alarm signals via two routes - typically a landline and a GSM mobile network backup. If the landline is cut, the GSM path continues signalling to the monitoring station. Required for high-risk or vulnerable sites.
For most business premises we can survey and install within 1–2 weeks. For larger or more complex sites, speak to our team and we'll give you a realistic timeline.
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