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Searching “security services near me” turns up a long list of providers in Ruiru and Kiambu, but a security contract is one of the few facility decisions where the cheapest option genuinely carries risk. Here’s what to check before you sign anything. Are guards vetted and trained? Ask directly how guards are recruited and vetted, and what training they undergo before deployment. A guard standing at your gate should be someone you’d trust with the safety of your family, staff, or guests — not just someone in a uniform. What’s actually covered — guarding, CCTV, or both? Manned guarding alone has limits; CCTV surveillance and monitoring add a layer of accountability and evidence that guarding alone doesn’t provide. A serious security provider should be able to explain when you need both and when one is sufficient for your property type. What’s the alarm response time? If an alarm is triggered, how fast does a response team actually arrive? This is one of the most important — and most vaguely answered — questions in the industry. Get a specific answer, not a general promise of “fast response.” Do they cover your specific need? Bossy Services provides manned guarding, commercial and corporate security, CCTV surveillance and monitoring, residential security, event security, and alarm response across Ruiru, Kamakis, and greater Kiambu County, backed by 15+ years of B2B facility management experience. Full details on each service are on the Security Services page. Checking references A reputable security company should be comfortable sharing references from existing commercial or institutional clients. Hesitation here is a warning sign. Getting a security assessment Every property has different risk factors, so the right next step is a site assessment rather than a generic package. Reach out through Contact Us to arrange one, or read more on security planning at the blog.