Business Details
47 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Security Partner in Cornwall
Established in 1979, we are a family-run security solutions provider with over 30 years of experience serving Cornwall and West Devon. As an SSAIB-approved company, we specialise in burglar alarms, fire alarms, and CCTV systems compliant with PD6662-2010, BS8243, BS4737, BS EN50131, and BS5839 standards. Our team of fully experienced engineers operates 24/7 across Cornwall, providing installation, maintenance, and emergency response services. Recognised by insurance companies and the Devon and Cornwall Police, we pride ourselves on organic growth through customer satisfaction rather than contracts, maintaining 95% repeat business. Our commitment to quality has made us the largest family-run security company in the region, serving thousands of homes and businesses including high-profile sites like South Crofty mine and Merlin Cinemas.
Services
Burglar Alarms
CCTV Systems
Fire Alarms
Monitored Alarms
Routine Maintenance
Served areas
- Penzance Truro Bodmin Plymouth
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of security system expertise in Cornwall
- SSAIB-approved installations meeting all regulatory standards
- 24/7 local engineers covering entire Cornwall region
- Recognised by insurers and police for monitored systems
- 95% repeat business through contract-free customer satisfaction
Associations and certifications
- SSAIB
- Texecom
- Pyronix
- Firesense
- Devon and Cornwall Police
What people say
Fast response
Immaculate support
Perfect work
Professional company
Highly recommend
Services
Burglar Alarms
We install advanced burglar alarm systems compliant with PD6662-2010 and BS EN50131 standards. Our police-monitored systems offer Level 1 response through Devon and Cornwall Police, meeting all insurance requirements. With over 2,000 installations across Cornwall, our solutions protect homes and businesses of all sizes using Texecom and Pyronix certified equipment.
CCTV Systems
Our HD 1080p CCTV installations provide crystal-clear video evidence for crime prevention. Using market-leading equipment, we design systems for residential properties, commercial sites, and high-security locations like banks and jewellery shops. All installations consider evidential requirements, ensuring footage meets police standards for prosecution purposes.
Fire Alarms
We supply and maintain fire alarm systems compliant with BS5839 standards for domestic and commercial properties. Our installations cover everything from single-occupancy homes to large hotels and HMOs, with expert advice on legal requirements and fire safety certification.
Monitored Alarms
Our monitored alarm systems connect to alarm receiving centres with police notification capabilities. Using dual-path communication for reliability, these systems offer Level 1 police response through Devon and Cornwall Police, providing continuous protection for homes and businesses across Cornwall.
Routine Maintenance
We provide comprehensive maintenance for all security systems, including annual inspections and emergency repairs. With 24/7 engineer availability across Cornwall, our service contracts ensure ongoing compliance with insurance requirements while maintaining optimal system performance for both residential and commercial clients.
People
Chris Murphy
Owner
Taking over from his father in 2011, Chris Murphy leads Alarm Guard with a commitment to traditional business values. With experience since age 6 when he had the company's first alarm installed in his bedroom, he focuses on customer satisfaction through organic growth rather than contracts.
Questions
What security systems do you install?
We install burglar alarms, fire alarms, and CCTV systems compliant with all current standards including PD6662-2010, BS EN50131, and BS5839.
Do you offer emergency response services?
Yes, our engineers respond to emergencies within 30 minutes for fire alarm faults and security system issues across Cornwall.
Are your systems police-monitored?
Yes, we provide Level 1 police response through Devon and Cornwall Police for monitored intruder alarm systems.
How experienced are your engineers?
Our engineers have 24/7 coverage across Cornwall with over 30 years' collective experience in security system installations and maintenance.
Do you service commercial properties?
Yes, we serve hundreds of businesses including hotels, cinemas, petrol stations, and high-security sites across Cornwall and West Devon.
What accreditations do you hold?
We are SSAIB-approved and registered with Texecom, Pyronix, and Firesense, meeting all insurance and police requirements for security systems.
Reviews (6)
Marna B.
Feb 27, 2020
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Prompt friendly personal service - Chris is an absolute star. Have already recommended Alarmguard to anyone I meet. Total confidence in this company. Thank you, guys.
Robert J.
Jan 23, 2016
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So very happy with Chris and his team. I can safely say that Alarm Guard are in my opinion a perfect company in every way. Thankyou Alarm Guard for everything you have done for me.
Qype User Webcon
Jan 24, 2012
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The name of the company says it all 'Installation and maintenance of burglar alarm systems & CCTV systems in premises of all sizes: from small offices to large hotels throughout Cornwall'. that was easy!
Trevor and Margaret Richards
We have worked with Alarm Guard since opening The Old Quay House in 2012 and have always found them a very dependable, friendly and professional company to work with. They are quick to react to any situation and have implemented several invaluable installations which we couldnt do without.
Mrs Jose
Just had our fitted and are very pleased. Night pictures seem great. Would highly recommend this company. Thanks
Julia Wright Hopkins
A really professional company, we had our alarm and CCTV fitted with no dramas and all work done to a great standard...thank you Alarm Guard, we would recommend you to everyone!