Resolving Security Concerns at Neighborhood Amenities
Communities work hard to develop and maintain their common areas and amenities. Although associations do what they can to control vandalism and after-hours usage, many pools, tot lots, and sports courts are left exposed. Mat Lamore, property manager with GRS Management, discussed the process one of the associations he works with went through to guarantee […]
Increase Savings and Security with a Hybrid Virtual Gate Guard and Onsite Security Guard System
Generally, onsite security staff is the most expensive day-to-day cost of protecting a community. To make matters worse, less gate activity during the night leaves guards with little to do, therefore wasting your money while they wait, or even worse, while they sleep. Another downside of traditional guards, particularly on night shifts, is that they […]
Hurricane Season is Here: Prepare Now
With the 2015 hurricane season in full swing, the need for an updated hurricane preparedness plan is imminent. Fortunately for Florida residents, a big name storm hasn’t breached the shores of our state’s coasts in nearly nine years, but homeowners associations, condominiums, and communities should still discuss how they will react in the event of […]
Testimonial: Gate Damage in Jupiter, FL
Below is a testimonial from Peggy G., Property Manager in Jupiter, FL, sharing experiences about community security and addressing gate damage at her property Re: Envera I am a property manager in Jupiter, FL. We currently have a property we manage monitored by Envera. Their equipment is very high tech and user friendly. While you may […]
Active Video Surveillance: The Best Way to Protect Your Pool from Trespassing Spring Breakers.
Spring is in the air, bringing beautiful weather and longer days to enjoy it. Unfortunately, spring also brings rowdy springs breakers with nothing to do and nowhere to do it. If they come to your community pool looking for a place to party, what security do you have to stop them? If you want to […]
Video Surveillance: “We want to know who those Vandals and Rule Breakers are!”
Criminal activity, and even simple unacceptable behavior identified by a community in their Deed Restrictions, Covenants or other documented and accepted guidelines, can be anything from frightening to frustrating. These activities may cause monetary damage, psychological damage, reputation damage and other unforeseen damages to individuals and their community. Long term exposure may decrease home prices […]
These Community Security Guard Alternatives Can Increase Security While Decreasing Cost
Though security guards have been a staple in community security, they haven’t been without their share of issues. From sleeping on the job and harassing visitors, to the costs of employing and managing a roster of personnel, the shortcomings of traditional manned security have created the need for a more effective and cost-efficient community security […]
Envera Systems Warns HOA’s and Condo Associations to Secure Pool Areas
Since opening its doors in 2007, Envera Systems has grown the concept of remotely located security guards, into the most efficient solution to preventing trespassers and vandals. With spring around the corner, afterhours trespassing and vandalism, especially in pool areas, is expected to rise. Envera stresses that communities take action to prevent trespassers from entering […]
Active Video Surveillance Stops Community Pool Vandals
Envera Systems’ Active Video Surveillance protects community pool areas from trespassers and vandals. It’s 3:52 am in a tranquil Kendall, Florida neighborhood. A quiet morning like any other until an intoxicated and belligerent man broke into the community pool. Luckily, Envera Systems’ Active Video Surveillance was protecting the area. As soon as the intruder breached […]
Better Communication Fosters Healthier, Safer Communities
Communication stands out to me as having the greatest impact in creating a healthier and a safer community. Some of the best protection can come from fostering friendships and common purpose in your community. Education, involvement, awareness, and compassion allow for communities to do just that. Once you have created a healthy community that cares […]