Business Details
45 Years
experience
Emergency
services
San Diego's Premier Security Solutions Provider
Elite Security & Surveillance has been safeguarding homes and businesses in San Diego since 1981. Our founder, Martin Samo, combined his electrical engineering expertise with a vision for personalized security solutions, leading to the merger with Electronic Security Systems in 2008. We prioritize one-on-one client education, empowering customers to make informed decisions about their security needs. Our team of Smart Home-certified technicians, trained by industry leaders like Panasonic and Hikvision, delivers customized systems designed for individual requirements. With 24/7 monitoring capabilities and state-of-the-art technology, we ensure rapid response to emergencies while maintaining a commitment to crime prevention.Our local knowledge of San Diego neighborhoods allows us to provide context-specific security strategies. Over three decades of experience inform our approach to integrating advanced surveillance, access control, and environmental monitoring systems. We maintain transparency throughout the process, from consultation to installation, ensuring clients understand every aspect of their security investment. Our monitoring center combines intelligent software with highly trained professionals to address burglary, fire, and other emergencies. This dedication to quality service has established us as a trusted name in Southern California security.
Services
Commercial Security
Residential Security
Access Control
Video Surveillance
24/7 Monitoring
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- 34 years of San Diego security expertise since 1981
- Smart Home-certified technicians with factory training from industry leaders
- 24/7 monitoring center with instant emergency response
- Personalized system design focused on client education
- Local neighborhood knowledge for context-specific security planning
Services
Commercial Security
Our commercial security solutions protect businesses with customized alarm systems, access control, and surveillance technologies. We install intrusion detection sensors at key entry points, motion-activated cameras, and perimeter protection systems. Our 24/7 monitoring center ensures immediate response to security breaches while providing remote management capabilities through mobile applications.
Residential Security
Residential security systems combine burglary prevention with smart home integration. We install door/window sensors, motion detectors, and high-resolution surveillance cameras with remote monitoring access. Our video doorbell systems integrate with existing security measures while maintaining aesthetic appeal for residential properties in San Diego neighborhoods.
Access Control
Access control solutions include card readers, biometric scanners, and electronic locks for both commercial and residential properties. We implement request-to-exit motions and door status monitoring to track entry points while maintaining secure access protocols tailored to client requirements.
Video Surveillance
Our video surveillance services cover analog and IP camera installations with DVR/NVR recording capabilities. Systems include analytics for license plate capture, car/pedestrian recognition, and environmental monitoring. Commercial installations feature power supplies and monitors designed for continuous operation in various business environments.
24/7 Monitoring
The monitoring center provides round-the-clock surveillance for fire, burglary, and emergency signals. Using state-of-the-art software, our trained staff maintains constant system oversight with immediate police dispatch capabilities and two-way voice communication features for enhanced security response.
People
Martin Samo
President
Founder Martin Samo brings decades of security industry experience, combining electrical engineering expertise from San Diego State University with practical security solutions. His client-focused approach emphasizes tailored system design and rapid response times.
Questions
What security services do you offer for businesses?
We provide commercial security systems including intrusion alarms, motion detection cameras, perimeter protection, access control, and 24/7 monitoring tailored to business needs.
Do you offer residential security solutions?
Yes, we design residential systems with alarms, surveillance cameras, video doorbells, and central vacuum integrations to protect homes and families.
How does your 24/7 monitoring work?
Our monitoring center instantly detects triggered alarms, identifies the specific sensor location, and dispatches authorities while maintaining two-way communication with clients.
Are your technicians certified?
Our team holds Smart Home certifications and factory training from major manufacturers like Panasonic, Sony, and Hikvision for advanced system expertise.
Do you service existing security systems?
Yes, we offer maintenance and upgrades for existing systems while ensuring compatibility with the latest security technologies and monitoring capabilities.
