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Your Trusted Security Partner in Leeds
Established over 30 years ago, ESS Security Ltd has grown organically to become Yorkshire's premier provider of tailored security solutions. Founded by Chris Ingham and Paul Gray, our company combines technical expertise with a commitment to customer service, delivering bespoke systems for residential and commercial clients. Holding NSI Gold accreditation, we adhere to the highest industry standards in system design, installation, and 24-hour monitoring. Our team of highly trained engineers provides comprehensive services including burglar alarms, CCTV, fire detection systems, and access control across Leeds, Harrogate, Wetherby, and surrounding areas.With thousands of satisfied clients in corporate, retail, and residential sectors, we maintain a 24-hour in-house help desk staffed by personnel dedicated to resolving issues promptly. Our NSI Gold status ensures compliance with British and International Standards, including EN ISO 9001, while our ACPO-compliant systems are recognized by leading insurers. We offer free security surveys and ongoing maintenance contracts, ensuring our clients receive cost-effective, future-proof solutions tailored to their specific requirements.
Services
Burglar Alarms
CCTV Systems
Fire Alarms
Access Control
Emergency Lighting
Digital Switch-Over
Commercial Security
Alarm Repairs
Turnstiles Barriers
Smoke Detectors
Highlights and features
- 30+ years' experience in security system design and installation
- NSI Gold accredited with police and insurer recognition
- 24/7 in-house monitoring and emergency response service
- Tailored solutions for residential and commercial properties
- Free security surveys and ongoing maintenance contracts
Associations and certifications
- NSI Gold
- Safe Contractor
- CHAS Approved
What people say
Wonderful
On time
Professional and reasonable
Really great!
Good local company
Services
Burglar Alarms
Our burglar alarm systems provide comprehensive protection for residential and commercial properties. Offering hybrid hardwire and wireless options with 24-hour remote monitoring via multiple communication channels. Systems include domestic installations, commercial setups with integrated access control, and upgrades for existing systems installed by other providers.
CCTV Systems
Complete CCTV installation services covering properties of all sizes. From basic residential setups to advanced digital systems with high-speed domes and remote monitoring. Our solutions incorporate the latest technology for both standalone and integrated security systems across Yorkshire.
Fire Alarms
Comprehensive fire alarm systems including conventional and addressable systems with remote monitoring. We provide automatic fire detection, smoke detectors, and emergency lighting solutions for residential and commercial properties. Systems comply with current safety standards and include maintenance contracts.
Access Control
Advanced access control systems for businesses and residential properties. Solutions include electronic locks, proximity cards, biometric systems, and turnstile/barrier installations. Systems can be scaled from single-door setups to complete networked solutions with remote management capabilities.
Digital Switch-Over
Specialist service preparing clients for Openreach's digital switchover by upgrading alarm system signalling units. Ensures continued functionality of monitored systems beyond 2025 by transitioning from analogue to 4G/5G compatible technology. Critical for maintaining insurance validity and system reliability.
People
Chris Ingham
Technical Director
Co-founder with over 30 years' experience in security systems design and implementation. Oversees technical operations and ensures compliance with NSI Gold standards across all installations and monitoring services.
Paul Gray
Managing Director
Co-founder responsible for business strategy and client relations. Ensures delivery of tailored security solutions while maintaining the company's position as Yorkshire's premier security systems provider.
Questions
What security services do you offer in Yorkshire?
We provide burglar alarms, CCTV systems, fire alarms, access control, emergency lighting, and digital switch-over upgrades across Yorkshire.
Are you NSI Gold accredited?
Yes, we hold NSI Gold accreditation, the highest industry standard recognized by police and insurers for security systems.
How does the digital switch-over affect my alarm?
Analogue-dependent monitored alarms require upgrading to 4G/5G compatible units before 2025 to maintain functionality and insurance validity.
Do you offer 24/7 monitoring services?
Yes, we provide 24-hour remote monitoring and emergency response for all security systems we install.
Can you service existing alarm systems?
We offer repairs, maintenance, and upgrades for existing systems regardless of original installer across Yorkshire.
Do you provide free security surveys?
Yes, we offer free site surveys and tailored security advice for residential and commercial properties in Yorkshire.
Reviews (6)
Tracey Burke
May 23, 2021
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I contacted ESS to enquire about a security alarm for my home earlier this year just before the lockdown. From the very first contact with the girls in the office to Paul coming out to see me, right the way through to the team installing, I couldn't have chosen a nicer company to deal with. Nothing was too much trouble for them. Being a more senior customer, they took their time to explain everything to me and they were quite tidy when working in my home.
The installers wore face masks and gloves and even asked about covering their feet, it was very welcome for them to put my safety first. I will have no hesitation in recommending this company to anyone, it is such a refreshing change to find a local friendly company that didn't cost the earth. Thank you.
The installers wore face masks and gloves and even asked about covering their feet, it was very welcome for them to put my safety first. I will have no hesitation in recommending this company to anyone, it is such a refreshing change to find a local friendly company that didn't cost the earth. Thank you.
Sarah Smith
Mar 24, 2021
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Had a great experience with ESS Security, all the office staff were really helpful and the engineers who fitted my Intruder Alarm and CCTV were very professional, The cctv and Intruder alarm is really easy to use, love the fact its on my phone. Great Company, highly recommend Services: Security cameras, Installation
Simon Rushworth
Mar 01, 2021
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ESS Security manage our home alarm system on a maintenance contract. It was playing up, going off when we were out. Called them and they came out to see us a few days later, the engineer was great, he fixed the issue within 30 mins. Great support. Thanks guys.
Samantha Walker- Tanner
Feb 05, 2021
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Absolutely amazing service from survey to installation, lovely guys and fab service. Would recommend 100%
Hannah
Jan 26, 2021
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Pretty much the same review as Natalie below. Had a system installed 2 years ago and since it was installed there has been no end of problems. Fobs for the alarm stopping working then the sensor stopping working but as usual "it's chargeable" even though we pay the maintenance contract. Used this company due to a professional connection recommending them but I won't be passing on the recommendation and have told the person who recommended them to stop! Had an invoice through recently for the maintenance contract to pay but they don't maintain it as I'm currently without a sensor as when it stopped working they came out after it being 18 months old said it's chargeable and as we didn't want to pay because of the maintenance contract all they offered was to take the battery out!
They are obviously using the cheapest systems and sensors so people need to keep ringing them and paying them constantly. My parents have had a system installed for over 8 years and have never needed the sensors replacing or the fobs they use and it cost the same as this alarm.
They are obviously using the cheapest systems and sensors so people need to keep ringing them and paying them constantly. My parents have had a system installed for over 8 years and have never needed the sensors replacing or the fobs they use and it cost the same as this alarm.
Kenneth Watson
Jan 23, 2021
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I am a pensioner and wanted a new security system fitting, I called Ess security, the lady in the office was very helpful and knowledgeable and arranged for the surveyor to come to our property. Paul gray attended on the day and time arranged where he demonstrated the system that he was planning to install, he was very helpful and explained how the system operated. After getting another quote from a different provider we decided to go with Ess security, due to the customer service that we had received to date. The engineers were very neat and tidy, they are a credit to the company. We are over the moon with our new alarm
