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Auto Storage Security: 6+ Reasons To Protect Your Auto Storage Facility

Auto Storage Security: 7 Reasons To Protect Your Auto Storage Facility Auto storage security isn’t optional anymore—it’s mission-critical for operators who safeguard both exotic and everyday vehicles. Whether you run a climate-controlled, members-only supercar club or a standard indoor/outdoor lot for seasonal storage, the risk picture has shifted. National data show elevated motor vehicle theft since 2019, followed by a notable easing in 2024—yet theft remains historically high and highly organized, with professional rings targeting luxury models and using storage facilities and parking garages as staging grounds. Auto storage security planning should start with facts. The FBI reports motor vehicle [...]

Viper Security Cameras2025-09-25T20:28:47+00:00August 30, 2025|Fleet Vehicle Security, High Value Assets, Loitering, Security|0 Comments

Campground Security: 5 Things You Can Do To Protect Your Campground In The Off-Season

Campground Security: 5 Things You Can Do To Protect Your Campground In The Off-Season Running a successful campground requires more than just maintaining the property during peak season. When the last camper packs up and the gates close for the year, your campground remains vulnerable to trespassing, vandalism, and theft. Off-season months often present the highest risk, as empty grounds can attract unwanted visitors who see opportunity in the absence of staff and guests. Implementing strong campground security measures is essential to protecting your investment and ensuring a safe environment for when visitors return. In this post, we’ll explore five [...]

Viper Security Cameras2025-09-25T20:30:37+00:00August 29, 2025|Loitering, Other Camera Uses, Property Management, Security|0 Comments

Security Robots VS Mobile Surveillance Units: Which One is Better?

Security Robots VS Mobile Surveillance Units: Which One is Better? Security robots vs mobile surveillance units is the debate popping up in boardrooms, city councils, and facilities teams across the country. Both promise to deter crime, gather evidence, reduce guard costs, and boost safety. But when you peel back the marketing, one option tends to deliver faster, more reliable coverage with less complexity and a better price tag—especially for outdoor lots, campuses, utilities, and public spaces. In this guide, we’ll break down the differences, costs, features, and ideal use cases—and explain why Mobile Surveillance Units by Viper Security are the [...]

Viper Security Cameras2025-09-25T20:31:37+00:00August 25, 2025|Apartment Complexes, Casinos, Crowd Control, Farming, Fleet Vehicle Security, Hazardous Sites, High Value Assets, Law Enforcement, Loitering, Other Camera Uses, Property Management, Security|0 Comments

Catalytic Converter Theft: 4 Things You Must Do Right Now to Stop Catalytic Converter Theft

Catalytic Converter Theft: 4 Things You Must Do Right Now to Stop Catalytic Converter Theft Catalytic converter theft is surging—and you can stop it Catalytic converter theft has exploded across the U.S. over the past few years, costing businesses and private owners billions in downtime, repairs, and lost productivity. Insurance-claims data show 64,701 catalytic converter thefts were filed nationwide in 2022, up dramatically from 2020, with California and Texas leading by volume. Theft then began easing: State Farm’s claim data show a 74% drop in the first half of 2024 vs. the first half of 2023, though levels remain far [...]

Viper Security Cameras2025-09-25T20:34:22+00:00August 25, 2025|Apartment Complexes, Fleet Vehicle Security, High Value Assets, Property Management, Security|1 Comment

School Bus Parking Lot Security: 3 Things You Can Do Right Now to Protect School Busses From Theft and Vandalism

School Bus Parking Lot Security: 3 Things You Can Do Right Now to Protect School Busses From Theft and Vandalism School bus parking lot security has often been neglected, that is until a major (and costly) event like vandalism, fuel theft, or catalytic converter theft occurs. When most people think about school safety, they focus on classrooms, hallways, and playgrounds. However, one area that often gets overlooked is school bus parking lot security. These lots are critical to daily operations, but without the right precautions, they become prime targets for trespassing, vandalism, and costly theft. In fact, catalytic converter theft [...]

Viper Security Cameras2025-09-25T20:35:03+00:00August 25, 2025|Fleet Vehicle Security, Crimes, High Value Assets, Security|0 Comments

Logging Site Security: 5 Best Ways to Protect Logging Sites From Theft and Vandalism

Logging Site Security: 5 Best Ways to Protect Logging Sites From Theft and Vandalism Logging site security is a unique challenge because forestry operations are remote, spread across rough terrain, and stocked with high-value targets like skidders, feller bunchers, harvesters, generators, parts, and fuel. Logging roads often double as convenient access routes for trespassers, and nightfall can create perfect conditions for theft and vandalism. A single incident can halt production, endanger crews, and cost tens of thousands of dollars in repairs and lost time. Logging site security succeeds when you combine deterrence, detection, and rapid response in a way that [...]

Viper Security Cameras2025-09-25T20:36:02+00:00August 25, 2025|Construction, Farming, Fleet Vehicle Security, Hazardous Sites, High Value Assets, Property Management, Security|0 Comments

Park Security: 6 Ways to Protect Parks From Vandalism and Violence Against People at Parks

Park Security: 6 Ways to Protect Parks From Vandalism and Violence Against People at Parks Park security is no longer a “nice to have”—it’s a core responsibility for municipalities that want safe, welcoming green spaces. Parks draw families, seniors, athletes, and visitors, but without the right mix of deterrence, monitoring, and community design, they can become soft targets for vandalism and, at times, violence. National data and recent case studies show the scope of the problem: analyses of FBI NIBRS data indicate that destruction/damage/vandalism of property is the single most common offense reported at park/playground locations (over 27,000 incidents in [...]

Viper Security Cameras2025-09-25T20:36:50+00:00August 23, 2025|Security, Crimes, Law Enforcement, Property Management|3 Comments

8 Reasons Why Deterrence Is Crucial in Security | Mobile Surveillance Units For Deterrence

8 Reasons Why Deterrence Is Crucial Part of Security When people think about security, their first thought is often about catching the person who committed the crime. They imagine police arriving in time, arrests being made, and criminals being prosecuted in court. While that sounds satisfying in theory, the reality is very different. Catching someone after the fact involves a long, expensive, and frustrating process. Meanwhile, the damage—whether theft, vandalism, or violence—has already occurred. This is why deterrence is the most critical element of any security strategy. The goal should always be to stop the crime before it happens! In [...]

Viper Security Cameras2025-09-25T20:42:37+00:00August 21, 2025|Apartment Complexes, Auction Security, Casinos, Construction, Crimes, Crowd Control, Farming, Fleet Vehicle Security, Hazardous Sites, High Value Assets, Law Enforcement, Loitering, Oil Drilling, Property Management, Security, Security Camera Repairs|0 Comments

Construction Site Security Cameras in New Mexico: 4 Real Threats At New Mexico Construction Sites

Construction Site Security Cameras in New Mexico: 4 Real Threats At New Mexico Construction Sites Construction site security cameras in New Mexico are crucial in today's world! New Mexico’s construction market spans everything from downtown Albuquerque multifamily builds to energy projects in the Permian Basin and public-sector upgrades across tribal and rural communities. That geographical diversity—and the mix of urban, suburban, and remote locations—creates unique security challenges: wide perimeters, fluctuating crew sizes, valuable materials staged outdoors, and long off-hours. Construction site security cameras in New Mexico have become the backbone of a modern site-protection plan because they deter crime, provide [...]

Viper Security Cameras2025-09-25T20:43:44+00:00August 21, 2025|Construction, Hazardous Sites, Security|0 Comments

Cost of Security Guards in New Mexico: #1 Alternative to Hiring Security Guards in New Mexico

Cost of Security Guards in New Mexico: #1 Alternative to Hiring Security Guards in New Mexico Cost of security guards in New Mexico is one of the most pressing concerns for businesses, construction sites, and property owners in New Mexico. Whether you’re operating in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, or a smaller town, protecting people and property from theft, vandalism, and liability is essential. Traditionally, many companies have turned to security guards as the default solution. However, the cost of security guards in New Mexico is steadily rising, and the hidden liabilities of having personnel on-site often outweigh the benefits. [...]

Viper Security Cameras2025-09-25T20:44:51+00:00August 20, 2025|Apartment Complexes, Auction Security, Casinos, Construction, Crowd Control, Farming, Fleet Vehicle Security, Hazardous Sites, High Value Assets, Loitering, Property Management, Security|0 Comments