Everything Your Reno Business
Needs to Stay Protected
Business security and home security use the same technology — but the needs are fundamentally different. Commercial properties require coverage of multiple entry points, after-hours response, liability documentation, and sometimes employee access management. Kiwi Alarms designs systems around your specific building, business type, and risk profile.
Security Camera Systems
2K, 4K, and 12MP cameras with active deterrence — LED spotlight warnings and audible alerts that trigger on human detection. Remote viewing via smartphone app. Covers sales floors, stockrooms, parking lots, and entry points.
Commercial Alarm Panel
Commercial-grade panel with 24/7 Brinks monitoring. Supports multiple user codes for employees, customizable arming schedules for business hours, and cellular backup so the system stays online if internet goes down.
Door, Window & Motion Sensors
Every access point covered — front and back entrances, side doors, emergency exits, stockrooms, and high-value interior areas. Motion detectors provide a second layer of protection if a door sensor is bypassed.
Access Control
Keyfob or keypad entry for offices and multi-employee businesses. Control and log who enters which areas and when. When an employee leaves, deactivate their credential instantly — no locksmith needed.
Smoke & CO Monitoring
Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors integrated into your commercial alarm system. Brinks monitoring dispatches fire services immediately — protecting your building, inventory, and employees around the clock.
After-Hours Monitoring
Most commercial break-ins happen when no one is on-site. Professional monitoring through Brinks means trained operators respond immediately, contact you, and dispatch police — at 2am or 2pm.
Security Solutions for Every
Type of Reno Business
Each business type has different vulnerabilities. Scott assesses yours personally and designs a system around your layout, hours, and specific risks.
🛒 Retail Stores in Reno +
Retail faces shoplifting, after-hours break-ins, and internal theft. The most effective setup combines a full camera system covering the sales floor, stockroom, and registers with door sensors and motion detectors on a professionally monitored alarm. Visible cameras deter most opportunistic theft before it happens.
- Camera coverage of all customer-facing areas and registers
- Stockroom and back-of-house motion sensors
- After-hours perimeter alarm with Brinks monitoring
- Remote viewing to check in on staff and inventory
🍽️ Restaurants & Bars in Reno +
Restaurants deal with high employee turnover, late-night closings, and cash handling. Camera coverage of the register, bar area, and back-of-house protects against internal and external threats. After-hours monitoring is especially important since a kitchen break-in can mean thousands in lost equipment. Cameras also provide documentation against liability claims.
- Register and bar camera coverage
- Back-of-house and walk-in cooler monitoring
- Late-night perimeter alarm with instant dispatch
- Liability documentation for slip-and-fall or incident claims
🏢 Office Buildings in Reno & Sparks +
Offices typically need perimeter security combined with access control for sensitive areas like server rooms or executive offices. Remote monitoring adds value for buildings that are unoccupied nights and weekends. Employee credential management lets you control access by role and instantly deactivate departing employees.
- Perimeter door and window sensors
- Keypad or keyfob access control by area
- Server room and sensitive area protection
- After-hours monitoring for unoccupied buildings
🏭 Warehouses & Industrial Properties +
Warehouses and industrial properties present large perimeters and high-value inventory. 4K and 12MP cameras with wide-angle coverage minimize blind spots across large areas. Active deterrence cameras that flash and sound an alert on detection are especially effective for large outdoor spaces and loading docks.
- Wide-angle 4K/12MP cameras for large perimeters
- Loading dock and inventory area coverage
- Active deterrence for outdoor areas
- Motion detection with perimeter alarm
Getting Your Reno Business
Protected — Start to Finish
Free On-Site Assessment
Scott comes to your business, walks every inch of the property, identifies vulnerabilities specific to your layout, and designs a system around your actual building — not a generic package. This is free with no obligation.
Clear, Transparent Quote
You get a straight quote — no hidden fees, no activation charges. In many cases equipment is provided at no upfront charge. You pay a monthly monitoring rate to Brinks Home Security, and that's it.
Professional Installation
Scott installs everything personally. Most small business installations are completed in a single day. Clean cable runs, correct sensor placement, no guesswork. Your system is tested before Scott leaves.
Permit & Monitoring Setup
Both Reno and Sparks require a registered alarm permit for commercial properties. Scott handles the permit paperwork and gets your system connected to 24/7 Brinks monitoring. You're protected from day one.
Ongoing Local Support
When you need something — a sensor replaced, a new employee added to the system, a camera repositioned — you call Scott directly. No call center, no ticket number. A local Reno expert who picks up the phone.
PDK Cloud-Based Access Control
for Reno Businesses
Kiwi Alarms installs PDK (ProdataKey) cloud-based access control systems for Reno businesses. PDK replaces physical keys with digital credentials — key fobs, cards, PIN codes, or a smartphone — and gives you complete visibility and control over who enters your building and when.
Every access event is logged with a name, door, and timestamp. When an employee leaves, you delete their credential instantly from your phone. No locksmith, no rekeying, no exposure window.
- Manage from anywhere — add users, change permissions, lock or unlock doors remotely via the PDK.io app
- Instant credential revocation — delete access in seconds when an employee leaves
- Full audit log — every entry recorded with name, door, and timestamp
- Granular permissions — set access by person, room, and time of day
- Multiple credentials — key fobs, proximity cards, PIN keypads, or smartphone via PDK Touch app
- Integrates with cameras and alarms — tie access events to camera footage
- Scales with your business — start with one door, expand to any number
- Cloud-native with local backup — keeps working even if internet goes down
PDK is cloud-native from the ground up — not a legacy system with a cloud interface bolted on. Firmware updates automatically. No IT support required after installation. Read the full guide to access control for Reno businesses →
Common Questions About
Business Security in Reno
How much does a business security system cost in Reno, NV? +
In many cases Kiwi Alarms provides equipment at no upfront charge — you pay a low monthly monitoring rate through Brinks Home Security. The exact cost depends on your building size, equipment needs, and number of cameras. Call 775-247-7782 for a free quote specific to your location.
Do Reno businesses need an alarm permit? +
Yes — both the City of Reno and City of Sparks require a registered alarm permit for commercial properties. Kiwi Alarms handles the permit registration as part of every installation. You don't need to deal with the paperwork.
Can I view my business cameras remotely? +
Yes. All camera systems we install support remote viewing via smartphone app so you can monitor your Reno business from anywhere — on your lunch break, at home, or traveling.
What happens if my business alarm goes off after hours? +
Brinks Home Security monitoring center responds immediately. They contact you and, if the situation warrants it, dispatch Reno Police or Washoe County Sheriff — without you needing to be on-site or on-call.
Does Kiwi Alarms serve businesses in Sparks and Carson City? +
Yes. Kiwi Alarms installs and monitors commercial security systems throughout Reno, Sparks, and Carson City, as well as surrounding areas in Northern Nevada.
How long does business security installation take in Reno? +
Most small business installations — a retail store, restaurant, or small office — are completed in a single day. Larger buildings or systems with access control may take longer depending on scope.
Can a business security system lower my commercial insurance? +
Yes. Most commercial property insurers offer discounts for professionally monitored alarm systems and security camera coverage. Ask your insurer about available discounts — Kiwi Alarms provides a certificate of installation for this purpose.