Security for Construction,Vacant & Commercial Sites
Temporary CCTV, keyholding, mobile patrols and out-of-hours response for construction sites, vacant properties and commercial or residential premises. Serving clients since 2007.
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Our Security Services
Keyholding, alarm response, mobile patrols and CCTV deployments — delivered by SIA-licensed officers and backed by SmartGuard 360™ technology.
Temporary Construction CCTV
Rapid-deployment temporary CCTV for active and high-risk construction sites, monitored 24/7 with verified alarm response.
Keyholding & Alarm Response
SIA-licensed keyholding and alarm attendance, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year — your keys held securely, your alarms answered.
Mobile Security Patrol
Scheduled and randomised mobile patrols by SIA-licensed officers — visible deterrent, lock-up checks and a written report each visit.
Lock-Up & Unlock Service
SIA-licensed officers open and close your premises on time, every time — scheduled or ad hoc, with full attendance reporting and out-of-hours access.
Vacant Property CCTV
CCTV monitoring built for vacant property — remote viewing, intrusion alerts and verified response when activity is detected.
Property Inspections
Routine inspections of vacant buildings and rental property, with maintenance oversight and a photographic report after every visit.
Virtual Security Guard
Live remote video monitoring with priority response for outdoor sites — verified events trigger an immediate, escalated response.
SmartGuard IntruderTrack
Rapid-deployment 4G CCTV that records around the clock and automatically follows intruders — powered by a compact solar setup.
Smart Camera Response — Coming soon
Your camera alerts you. Armour attends. From £25 a month (paid annually). Currently available in South Essex only. More areas coming soon.
See where security is heading: Armour Robotics.
Verified Monitoring with SmartGuard 360™
Our SmartGuard 360™ system combines high-resolution video, environmental monitoring and AI threat detection in a single deployable unit for construction site and vacant property protection.
Lightning-fast alarms. Verified.
High-grade optics, on-board processing and detection algorithms verify each alarm before it reaches you.
Environmental Monitoring
On-board sensors flag water ingress, CO₂ build-up and temperature spikes — early warning before damage occurs.
AI-Powered Analysis
On-device object and motion analysis filters out wildlife, weather and shadows so genuine threats trigger response.
No Solar or Mains Power Required - 2+ Years Battery
No mains, no solar, no sunlight dependency. Units run in shade, indoors, in sheds or any awkward location with 2+ years of battery life — install once and leave it working.
Advanced AI-Powered Reporting & Online Booking
Real-time incident reports, local crime context, on-site weather and photo evidence from every keyholding attendance and patrol — accessible anytime through your secure client portal. Powered by AI technology from NightWarden.co.uk.
Real-Time Incident Reports
Detailed incident reports with timestamps, response actions and outcomes — every alarm attendance and patrol logged and viewable within minutes.
Local Crime Data
Crime statistics for your property's postcode help you understand the risks shaping your security plan and the level of cover you actually need.
Weather Conditions
Weather logged at the time of each visit, giving context for incidents and the conditions our officers worked in during patrols.
Photo Evidence
Photographic record of every attendance — site checks, alarm visits and SmartGuard 360™ video verification frames included.
Complete Site History
Searchable history of every keyholding visit, alarm response, patrol and incident at your property, with trend analysis built in.
Secure Portal Access
Sign in from any device to view reports, track patrols and manage your security services. Access is account-protected and traffic is served over HTTPS.
Professional Security Solutions Across the UK
Armour Security delivers keyholding, alarm response, mobile patrols and CCTV deployments for businesses and property owners. SmartGuard 360™ systems are deployed nationwide for construction sites and vacant property, while our manned response — keyholding visits, alarm attendance and patrols — is centred on South Essex and the surrounding area. Every service includes client-portal access with incident reports, local crime data, on-site weather and photo evidence.
Complete Transparency Through Technology
The client portal turns every visit into evidence. Incident reports land within minutes of an event, complete with timestamps, response actions and photographs. Local crime data shows the risks shaping your postcode, and weather logging records the conditions our officers worked in. Few security companies open their day-to-day operations to clients this directly, and that openness is the point — you see what was done, when and why.
Why Choose Armour Security
Choose Armour Security and you choose visibility, accountability and proven cover. Our SmartGuard 360™ technology and SIA-licensed officers protect your property; the portal proves what was done and when. Locally, our South Essex officers know the area, the routes and the recurring trouble spots, so attendance is consistent and personally accountable rather than passed between strangers. Established in 2007, we have built long-term relationships with clients who value that consistency. Contact us for a free security assessment and we'll come back with a practical plan.
Latest Security Insights
Practical security analysis, threat updates and operational notes from our team — written for property owners, site managers and facilities teams who need clear answers.
15+ Years of Security Excellence
Established providers of temporary electronic security since 2007, we've protected UK businesses and properties for over 15 years — SIA-licensed officers, the SmartGuard 360™ platform and a response operation centred on South Essex.
Professional Service
SIA-licensed officers with formal training and years of operational experience in keyholding, alarm response and patrol work.
All Sectors
From construction sites and vacant property to commercial premises, security plans are built around the risks specific to each property.
24/7 Coverage
Round-the-clock monitoring and on-call response — alarms answered and keyholding visits attended day and night, every day of the year.
Government Accreditations & Certifications
Trusted by authorities and certified to the highest industry standards
CHAS
Health & Safety Assessment Scheme
WAPI
Professional Investigators Association
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