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# H&S Protection Systems

Protecting Lives & Property Since 1959

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## Posts

- [H&S Blog by Dave Simon](https://hsprotection.net/posts/) - Stay updated with the latest security news and expert insights. Explore our blog for tips, trends, and community stories. Your safety, our priority.
- [Your Voice Matters!](https://hsprotection.net/your-voice-matters/) - Customer feedback is what keeps a business moving in the right direction, and we take it very seriously here at H&S. All comments, whether positive or negative, give us an idea of what we are doing well and what we need to improve on; That’s why we make it a point to offer opportunities for
- [Participation](https://hsprotection.net/participation/) - If you don’t participate, you can’t contribute. If you don’t participate, life (or business opportunities) can pass you by. At H&S, participation is an important part of who we are. In fact, our mission statement includes a whole section highlighting how we aim to participate in our community: “[To our community we will] offer time
- [Built to Last... or Stuck in the Past?](https://hsprotection.net/built-to-last-or-stuck-in-the-past/) - How long does a security system last? How do you know when it needs an upgrade? H&S Protection Systems can help you understand your options and determine the best solution for your home or business. One way to determine whether you might need an upgrade is to figure out when the system was installed. Is
- [Giving Back, Pitching In, and Celebrating Our Team](https://hsprotection.net/giving-back-pitching-in-and-celebrating-our-team/) - We recently completed our annual highway pickup in the Stevens Point area, one of our favorite opportunities to help keep our community clean and beautiful. It’s just one of the ways H&S Protection Systems stays committed to the communities where we live and work. After the cleanup and some refreshments back at the office, we
- [Alex Kaye and Danny Greco Honored by Wisconsin Security Association](https://hsprotection.net/alex-kaye-and-danny-greco-honored-by-wisconsin-security-association/) - H&S Protection’s Alex Kaye and Danny Greco were honored recently by the Wisconsin Security Association (WISA) at their annual awards banquet. Alex was awarded as a Rising Star in security for Wisconsin, and H&S is proud to let you know that Danny was selected as the WISA Salesperson of the Year for the SECOND TIME
- [Anniversaries](https://hsprotection.net/anniversaries/) - Why write about anniversaries? For those of you who follow H&S on social media with any degree of regularity, you have likely noticed that we post photos and thanks to our employees on the anniversary date of their hiring. We acknowledge every hiring anniversary, whether they’ve been with us for one year or for 40
- [Security Cameras: A Whole Lot More](https://hsprotection.net/security-cameras-a-whole-lot-more/) - Here at H&S, we’ve noticed a bit of a misconception amongst the general public regarding security cameras. People watch TV shows and movies and see the police watching video from a potential crime scene, finding exactly what they are looking for quickly and efficiently. They make it look so easy… But how did they get
- [Doing Security the Wisconsin Way](https://hsprotection.net/doing-security-the-wisconsin-way/) - Here at H&S, we do security the Wisconsin way. At H&S, we are proud of our roots. You can count on us conducting business the Wisconsin way by: Showing up on time Being trustworthy (Doing what we say we’re going to do!) Being good neighbors Showing we care about the people we do business with
- [Manage Your Fleet with H&S Protection](https://hsprotection.net/manage-your-fleet-with-hs-protection/) - Manage your fleet of vehicles with H&S Protection! This may sound like an odd statement coming from a company that primarily focuses on protecting businesses and homes through alarm systems, video and access control. Like any good business though, we expand our offerings as technology evolves and continue to look for solutions that can be
- [Henry Walden Builds Security Experience at H&S Protection](https://hsprotection.net/henry-walden-builds-security-experience-at-hs-protection/) - Though Henry Walden joined H&S Protection without prior experience in the security industry, he quickly picked up the fundamentals of installing security equipment, and he continues to build on that knowledge each day. Henry found H&S through the job search site Indeed, and applied quickly through the app. Before joining H&S, he was working in
- [On Time](https://hsprotection.net/on-time/) - Here at H&S, we show up on time. When we give you a time that an H&S team member will arrive for a consultation, installation, or service visit, we make it a point to honor that commitment. Your time is valuable. We understand that you have work to do and deadlines to meet. Showing up
- [“Hey, We Saw Your Van”](https://hsprotection.net/hey-we-saw-your-van/) - “Hey, we saw your van!” You might be surprised at how often we hear that phrase here at H&S Protection. You see one of our vehicles out and about; you may be daydreaming about dinner plans, and then the lightbulb comes on and you remember that you’re actually in need of some security services. Our
- [Emily Horgan Joins H&S](https://hsprotection.net/emily-horgan-joins-hs/) - Emily Horgan recently joined her two sisters (Ally and Maya), brother (David) and father (Mike) at H&S Protection. She started her career as a music teacher for grades K-6, dedicating five years to this role before recognizing she needed a change for her mental and physical well-being. “It was a difficult decision to leave, as
- [Josh Hielema Joins H&S](https://hsprotection.net/josh-hielema-joins-hs/) - It’s always nice to have an older brother looking out for you; Josh “Yoshi” Hielema’s brother led him to work at H&S. “I found out about H&S through my brother, who works here,” Yoshi said. “He informed me of a job opening and sent it my way. I have been with H&S for about four
- [To the New Year](https://hsprotection.net/to-the-new-year/) - Here’s to the new year! We are so thankful for our customers, partners, and the communities we serve. We’re wishing all of you a great year, in business and in life. Protecting what matters most to you is a responsibility we don’t take lightly. We’re grateful to be part of your homes and businesses. And
- [More Than Security: When Cameras Capture the Unexpected](https://hsprotection.net/more-than-security-when-cameras-capture-the-unexpected/) - We don’t install security cameras to capture images of wildlife – but we could. We offer various models of cameras and tailor them to your needs based on the areas you want covered. Typically for businesses, that is focused on entrances and exits, logistics and inventory points, and cash registers. On occasion though, those business-related
- [More Than Membership: What Joining the Oconomowoc Chamber of Commerce Means to H&S](https://hsprotection.net/more-than-membership-what-joining-the-oconomowoc-chamber-of-commerce-means-to-hs/) - This fall, H&S Protection joined the Oconomowoc Chamber of Commerce. It may seem like a small milestone, but it’s an important one; community involvement is central to our mission. Why? Because we want to be visible and accessible to the businesses and customers we serve. We want you to get to know us face-to-face. We
- [Installation “Red Flags”](https://hsprotection.net/installation-red-flags/) - How can you spot a poorly installed security system? Here at H&S, we have the expertise to ensure consistent, high-quality installations; we also recognize when we visit with a prospective customer if a previous install wasn’t up to snuff. It’s important that we understand the difference and can make that distinction so our customers also
- [The H&S Stop Crime Wall](https://hsprotection.net/the-hs-stop-crime-wall/) - We know that simply saying “Stop Crime” won’t deter anyone from breaking the law. But showcasing our installations in a stop-sign-shaped collage highlights the strong connections between our customers, technicians, and security consultants. We believe that the visible presence of our logo on your property enhances the deterrent effect of our security systems. We recently
- [Mobile Protection with Street Smart](https://hsprotection.net/mobile-protection-with-street-smart/) - Do you run a business where you need site protection as you move from location to location? Maybe you are building a new Arby’s for several months, then you move on to the next location to put up a new Wendy’s. You want each site protected while you are there. You need mobile security. Street
- [Allan Franti Heads from Audio Video World to Security at H&S](https://hsprotection.net/allan-franti-heads-from-audio-video-world-to-security-at-hs/) - Allan Franti left the audio video world when he heard about H&S Protection. He knew they were a quality organization and joined H&S almost exactly one year ago. At his previous position, Allan offered TV and internet services to customers, “any AV stuff, like hanging TV’s, indoor/outdoor speakers, etc.” He considered himself a “jack of
- [Keyless Entry: What Does H&S Offer?](https://hsprotection.net/keyless-entry-what-does-hs-offer/) - One aspect of security services not as widely known as video and alarm systems is access control or keyless entry. Many small, medium and large businesses use these products to control employee and vendor access to their building(s), lock down their building(s) if necessary, and track who is on-site. An added bonus is the ability
- [Tristian Immel Helps H&S Customers with Security Needs](https://hsprotection.net/tristian-immel-helps-hs-customers-with-security-needs/) - New employees join H&S Protection from many types of professions and backgrounds. Tristian Immel served in the Army National Guard as an Infantryman and also worked at Spectrum before joining H&S. He found out about the position with H&S almost exactly one year ago through Indeed. Tristian joined the company to help customers with their
- [Need a Yard Sign?](https://hsprotection.net/need-a-yard-sign/) - Security yard signs deter crime. The national Electronic Security Association (ESA) has studied this issue and the statistics point to the deterrent value of a yard sign. Several issues make your yard sign more effective. Location matters. Visibility is key. Placing a sign near your front door is more effective than those located farther away from the
- [Bow Wow Wow](https://hsprotection.net/bow-wow-wow/) - A dog or a security system? It’s not an either-or question. We love dogs. They provide protection for your business or home. The better question is this: How about both? A barking dog absolutely alerts you to someone approaching your premises. They give you a warning. Your ears perk up. An H&S security system gives
- [Illegal Dumping](https://hsprotection.net/illegal-dumping/) - You may have had this happen at your business: you show up on a Monday morning and your dumpster or garbage bin is overflowing. Someone dumped wooden crates in it, a couch, 15 old pillows, two packages of old shingles and a lot more. The dumpster is stuffed and there’s no room for your own
- [License Plate Recognition](https://hsprotection.net/license-plate-recognition/) - License Plate Recognition (LPR) through video has come a long way. Ten years ago, the technology in cameras couldn’t quickly catch and replicate license plate images in a way that made LPR widely useable. Yes, it was available, but it was hit-and-miss, and not as effective as law enforcement might like. Since then, the technology
- [Mike Horgan Honored by Wisconsin Security Association](https://hsprotection.net/mike-horgan-honored-by-wisconsin-security-association/) - Mike Horgan got a big surprise on May 15th at the WISA (Wisconsin Security Association) annual awards banquet, where he was honored with the “Bill Cooper Award,” one of the two most prestigious awards given by the association. And there was one more big surprise for Mike. Not only was the award unexpected, but the late
- [Away On Vacation](https://hsprotection.net/away-on-vacation/) - Vacation season beckons. The trees are budding in Wisconsin, the grass is greening up. It’s less than a month until Memorial Day and time for more outdoor vacation activities. One of the important benefits that H&S services provide is greater peace of mind that your home or business is protected when you’re not there. That
- [The Master Planner, the Detail Detective and the Big-Picture Thinker](https://hsprotection.net/the-master-planner-the-detail-detective-and-the-big-picture-thinker/) - A couple of months back, we posted the attached picture on our H&S Protection page. We had fun taking the photo, thinking about the unique qualities our employees offer customers. In the security industry, it can be hard to differentiate from your competitors. Similar technology is available for every provider, and while pricing can vary, it
- [Kaitlyn Konieczny Takes Her Experience From Electrical Apprentice to H&S](https://hsprotection.net/kaitlyn-konieczny-takes-her-experience-from-electrical-apprentice-to-hs/) - Shifting over from working as an electrical apprentice on high voltage service and installations, Kaitlyn Konieczny joined H&S Protection last year and now focuses on low voltage technical issues. Kaitlyn was familiar with seeing our vans in the western suburbs of Milwaukee, so when she saw a job opening on Indeed, she decided to apply.
- [Staying Up-to-Date with Technology](https://hsprotection.net/staying-up-to-date-with-technology/) - There are many reasons for you to choose a security provider. Customer service is certainly up there as one big reason, along with reliability and timeliness in terms of installation and service. One reason, perhaps overlooked by some, is the technology security companies offer. At H&S, we regularly train our staff on the latest and
- [Professional Athletes Homes Targeted in Break-Ins](https://hsprotection.net/professional-athletes-homes-targeted-in-break-ins/) - Towards the end of last year, the expensive homes of several professional athletes were burglarized. These high-profile cases received a lot of media attention as the players were team members on the Kansas City Chiefs, Cincinnati Bengals (NFL), Memphis Grizzlies and Milwaukee Bucks (NBA), among others. What struck us about these cases is how the
- [Your Business Location](https://hsprotection.net/your-business-location/) - A number of years ago, we heard of a break-in spree west of Waukesha in Wisconsin, along I-94 and Route 83 in Delafield. Multiple businesses had been hit during the burglaries. The types of businesses affected by the crime ranged from a lawyer’s office to an acupuncture service to a business that provided cleaning services
- [Alex Kaye Big on “Great Service” Provided by H&S Protection](https://hsprotection.net/alex-kaye-big-on-great-service-provided-by-hs-protection/) - Though Alex Kaye has not been with H&S Protection for a full year yet, he touts the “great service” we provide customers as one of the biggest reasons someone looking for any type of security system should consider us. “If you want great security and great service, then H&S is right for you,” he said.
- [Anthony Worzalla Brings Inspections and Installation Experience to H&S](https://hsprotection.net/anthony-worzalla-brings-inspections-and-installation-experience-to-hs/) - After working for a competitor in the security industry, Anthony Worzalla decided to bring his inspections and installation experience over to H&S Protection and has been with the company since January of 2023. His primary duties at H&S are installation of new systems and helping out on service tickets. At his previous security position, Anthony
- [Gobble, Gobble](https://hsprotection.net/gobble-gobble/) - The turkey and stuffing are almost here. This time of year we offer thanks for our blessings, which often means gathering with friends and family to support each other. Meeting for Thanksgiving often means traveling, whether for a day trip by car or by airplane or train to a destination farther away for a number
- [Diverse Background Helps Sam Lutynski at H&S](https://hsprotection.net/diverse-background-helps-sam-lutynski-at-hs-2/) - Sam Lutynski found H&S Protection through www.indeed.com, and his diverse background in several fields helped make the connection. Going into the U.S. Army out of high school, Sam then took his skills into surveying, security and retail food packaging before settling in with H&S in October 2023. As a Technician, Sam focuses on installation and service
- [Crime](https://hsprotection.net/crime/) - We recently read a column on crime that hit home with us. The writer talked about the number of times he had been victimized over the course of his life. We don’t imply this is normal. But, most of us have had something occur that causes us to consider securing our possessions, whether that be a bicycle,
- [Maya Horgan Keeping Music and Security in the Family](https://hsprotection.net/maya-horgan-keeping-music-and-security-in-the-family/) - Like several of her family members, Maya Horgan keeps music and security close. Her father, Mike, owner of H&S Protection, along with her brother David and sister Ally, all work at H&S. The family also shares a passion for music. Maya not only plays the ukelele, piano and guitar, but also sings and appreciates listening
- [H&S Protection Supporting the Wisconsin Masters Games](https://hsprotection.net/hs-protection-supporting-the-wisconsin-masters-games/) - This year H&S Protection will be supporting the Wisconsin Masters Games (WMG) through a contribution to this non-profit organization. The WMG is dedicated to encouraging older athletes (the games offered are for anyone over the age of 40) to continue participating, competing and staying healthy. Those are all worthy goals H&S likes to encourage, not
- [Celebrating 65 Years in Business](https://hsprotection.net/celebrating-65-years-in-business/) - When someone reaches the magic 65-years-old number, most of us think of retirement. At H&S, we are completing our 65th year of being in business, and going strong, looking at what’s next, connecting with our customers to see what they are looking for in the years ahead. Looking back on 1959, when we began our business
- [Welcome to H&S Protection](https://hsprotection.net/welcome-to-hs-protection/) - Welcome to our H&S Protection blog. We’re glad you found us. If you would like to forward our site to others, here’s the link: www.hsprotection.wordpress.com. We’re pleased to join the world of blogging to share news and tips with our customers, employees, the communities we serve, law enforcement and members of the electronic security industry.
- [Gasoline Fire Caught by H&S Video](https://hsprotection.net/gasoline-fire-caught-by-hs-video/) - There are many reasons to install video security cameras in your home or business. You want to prevent crime, and deter it. Sometimes you get lucky and a perpetrator is caught on video. We had that happen recently. H&S Protection cameras recently captured an arsonist torching a Milwaukee bar. We hope to be able to
- [Changing Security Needs of Banks](https://hsprotection.net/changing-security-needs-of-banks/) - Every customer is different. Even though we serve many different types of homes and businesses, there are unique needs to each security installation. Some homes are bigger and require a more thorough walk-through and additional technology. Depending on the type of business, we may establish a heavy perimeter level of protection or intensely cover the
- [From Fire Extinguishers to Full Security Service: H&S 1959-2015](https://hsprotection.net/from-fire-extinguishers-to-full-security-service-hs-1959-2015/) - (Editor’s Note: This is the first in a short series on the history of H&S Protection.) From our humble beginnings in 1959 as Horgan Sales, servicing fire extinguishers, we’re proud to have expanded our offerings and joined with Sentra Protective Services to provide a wide range of security services across a larger area of Wisconsin
- ["Mirroring the Service You Expect" a Hallmark of H&S, Sentra](https://hsprotection.net/mirroring-the-service-you-expect-a-hallmark-of-hs-sentra/) - (Editor’s Note: This is the second in a series on the origins of H&S Protection Services.) Steve Garritson started in the alarm industry early in 1980 after reaching his “full university potential,” as he puts it wryly. He joined a small residential security company in Elm Grove, WI, doing installations and service calls. He was
- [Security -- A Wise Investment](https://hsprotection.net/security-a-wise-investment/) - We believe security is a wise investment. Not every home or business needs a security system, but that’s why we’re here – to listen to your needs and figure out if a security system makes sense for you, and if so, what specific considerations come into play. We want our customers to make a wise
- [Your Alarm System Communicating to the Monitoring Center](https://hsprotection.net/your-alarm-system-communicating-to-the-monitoring-center/) - For the uninitiated, when you purchase an alarm system, one of the most important functions you are getting is a trained team to monitor activations that occur. If your home or business has an intrusion, break-in or breach, that signal is immediately transmitted to our monitoring center, where well-trained personnel respond quickly and appropriately to
- [State of the Packers](https://hsprotection.net/state-of-the-packers/) - Last week we had the opportunity and pleasure to visit Lambeau Field in Green Bay to see the Packers defeat the Dallas Cowboys. Going to a football game there is a lifetime experience, something everyone in Wisconsin should do at least once. Even if you are not a football fan, the camaraderie with others is
- [What Can We Do Differently In 2016?](https://hsprotection.net/what-can-we-do-differently-in-2016/) - As a new year unfolds, many people set goals and resolutions for improvement. That happens on an individual level and at businesses. It’s good to assess what’s been working right and look into what’s working wrong (or not quite up to your expectations) to figure out what needs to change. At H&S Protection, we take
- [Increasing Reach for Our Customers](https://hsprotection.net/increasing-reach-for-our-customers/) - (Editor’s Note: This is Part III in a series on the history of H&S Protection Systems.) After Sentra Protective Services and Horgan Sales joined forces to become H&S Protection Systems, the question for the business was: What’s next? The year was 2007. The nature of the security industry was about to change. Until that time,
- [With Protection, There is a Cost – Part I](https://hsprotection.net/with-protection-there-is-a-cost-part-i/) - (Editor’s note: This is the first in a two-part series from H&S Protection’s Jeff Lukasavige on protecting office buildings. We seek new voices from our employees and customers to publish on our blog. Please send your idea to Mike Horgan at mhorgan@hsprotection.net.) A mentor of mine – a retired Lieutenant Colonel from the U.S.
- [Sensitive Areas Within Office Buildings -- Part II](https://hsprotection.net/sensitive-areas-within-office-buildings-part-ii/) - (Editor’s note: This is Part II and our concluding blog from H&S Protection’s Jeff Lukasavige. If you’d like to contribute a guest blog, please contact Mike Horgan at mhorgan@hsprotection.net.) In our last blog, I addressed access control issues for office buildings. This week, I want to drill down into specific areas within an office environment
- [Cut the Cord on Your Landline](https://hsprotection.net/cut-the-cord-on-your-landline/) - Customers across the United States are cutting the cord to their landlines. Convenience and cost come into this decision for many when deciding whether to solely utilize their smart phone for communications or whether to retain a traditional wire line. Because wireless continues to grow, and make inroads into the electronic security market, H&S Protection
- [Adding Remote Interactive Features to Your Existing System](https://hsprotection.net/adding-remote-interactive-features-to-your-existing-system/) - As the world changes, H&S adapts to those changes to ensure our customers continue to receive the products and services they seek. In today’s world, “mobility” is the word that fits many customers seeking our services. People want to know their home is safe when they are at work. They would like to be able
- [Dave Simon Joins H&S in Pewaukee Office](https://hsprotection.net/dave-simon-joins-hs-in-pewaukee-office/) - We’re pleased to announce Dave Simon has joined our H&S Protection team August 8. Dave will work out of our Pewaukee Office, servicing customers in Southeast Wisconsin as Director of Business Development. We’ve known Dave for 12 years through his work in multiple roles in the security industry, first as an industry expert for Brink’s
- [When Crime Happens Elsewhere](https://hsprotection.net/when-crime-happens-elsewhere/) - The tendency of most people is to breathe a bit more easily when they read on the Internet or watch the television news and see a crime event not near where they live. It’s human nature to think you are more protected when something bad occurs miles away. At H&S Protection, we understand that feeling.
- [Don't Buy Cheap](https://hsprotection.net/dont-buy-cheap/) - Everyone wants to get a good deal when they make a purchase. You look at options, compare prices, service, products, and if all things are equal, you go with the lower price. All things are not created equal though. This came home to us recently. We worked closely with a customer on a fairly involved
- [Vet and Animal Protection](https://hsprotection.net/vet-and-animal-protection/) - If you are a veterinarian or work at an animal hospital, you face unique security challenges. First, there are the animals themselves. If something unforeseen happens to an animal in your care, it is always good to have video coverage for insurance backup. That means having security cameras installed strategically throughout your facility. That video
- [Vet and Animal Hospital Protection](https://hsprotection.net/vet-and-animal-hospital-protection/) - If you are a veterinarian or work at an animal hospital, you face unique security challenges. First, there are the animals themselves. If something unforeseen happens to an animal in your care, it is always good to have video coverage for insurance backup. That means having security cameras installed strategically throughout your facility. 040129-N-8937A-023 U.S.
- [Bank Robbery Shows Importance of Digital Cameras](https://hsprotection.net/bank-robbery-shows-importance-of-digital-cameras/) - No one wants to see crime. But sometimes good things result from a criminal act. Just recently, a bank in Waukesha, WI was robbed. The thief’s image was caught on video and a picture pulled from the clip. That video was ours. You can see the picture here. The image demonstrates the importance of
- [H&S Snapshot Helps in Capture of Waukesha Bank Robber](https://hsprotection.net/hs-snapshot-helps-in-capture-of-waukesha-bank-robber/) - A snapshot of an H&S Protection video clip helped lead to the apprehension of a Waukesha, WI bank robber this week. The clip was pulled from a video system recently upgraded for the bank by H&S. Last week, H&S helped publicize the robbery in our blog and through social media channels, to help police in
- [Ryan Ramczyk's Pee Wee Football Years](https://hsprotection.net/ryan-ramczyks-pee-wee-football-years/) - Ryan Ramczyk stands 6’6” and weighs 311 pounds. He just got drafted out of the University of Wisconsin in the first round of the NFL draft by the New Orleans Saints. We knew Ryan when he was a tad smaller. Years ago, probably when Ryan was still trying to figure out what sport he liked
- [Harvey Churkey's 42-Year Journey at H&S](https://hsprotection.net/harvey-churkeys-42-year-journey-at-hs/) - You don’t meet many people these days who’ve been with one company for 42 years. H&S Protection’s Harvey Churkey is one of them. As he laughingly put it, “I got to H&S by car,” but it could have been by air or sea. In his spare time away from the job, Harvey enjoys flying model
- [50-Year Industry Veteran Jim Kurtz](https://hsprotection.net/50-year-industry-veteran-jim-kurtz/) - When you look at Jim Kurtz’s career at H&S Protection, you might call him a puppy with only 16 years on board. But, when you look at what he brings in terms of experience in the security industry, it’s way, way more. He’s been selling different types of security products and services for over 50
- ["Learning New Things on the Job": H&S's Greta Terrill](https://hsprotection.net/learning-new-things-on-the-job-hss-greta-terrill/) - Greta Terrill is constantly learning new things on her job. It’s one of the big reasons she enjoys working at H&S Protection. After her son was born, Greta reentered the workforce on a part-time basis. It was there that she got a call from a temp agency with the offer of a full-time position at
- ["Never a Dull Moment"](https://hsprotection.net/never-a-dull-moment/) - Life in the security industry for H&S Protection’s Lonnie Miescke can be described as “never a dull moment.” For 36 years she’s been focused on customer issues, and it keeps her on her toes -- for 19 years at Central Control and the past 17 years at H&S Protection (previously known as Sentra Protective Systems).
- [Saved by an H&S System](https://hsprotection.net/saved-by-an-hs-system/) - We keep a bulletin board posted with notes when one of our customers deters a crime with their H&S system, or our system helps alert law enforcement to illegal activity. Over the past year or so, a lot of post-it notes have gone up on that bulletin board. The board is there to remind us
- [H&S Protection Helping with Financial Literacy](https://hsprotection.net/hs-protection-helping-with-financial-literacy/) - For many years, H&S Protection’s Stevens Point, WI office has participated in the United Way. Since our merger in 2007, our Pewaukee, WI joined the annual giving program. The three pillars of United Way – education, health and financial stability for those in need – resonate with H&S owners Steve Garritson and Mike Horgan. This
- [Fun and Games with H&S's Mike Solomon](https://hsprotection.net/fun-and-games-with-hss-mike-solomon/) - If you don’t happen to know H&S Protection’s Mike Solomon, you’ll quickly be introduced to one of the sharpest wits in North America. Known for keeping his fellow employees laughing during early Monday morning operations meetings, Mike makes sure everyone gets a chuckle to start their week as he creates an environment that’s looser and
- [Is a Security Camera Right for You?](https://hsprotection.net/is-a-security-camera-right-for-you/) - There are very specific reasons you may want to consider a security camera for your home. If you travel a lot, it is an excellent way to check up on your property. If you have small children, the technology allows you to check up on them. When you are on vacation, you can make sure
- [The Zen Zones of Matt Ballantyne](https://hsprotection.net/the-zen-zones-of-matt-ballantyne/) - Matt Ballantyne comes to H&S Protection as a master of two Zen zones: working and fixing things around his house and garage and on the basketball court. He’s hoping to add a third – taking his skill in building and fixing things around his house, and dovetailing that with his new technician position for H&S.
- [Matt Hills Finds "Perfect Fit" at H&S Protection](https://hsprotection.net/matt-hills-finds-perfect-fit-at-hs-protection/) - Matt Hills found his perfect fit at H&S Protection. As an installer hired this past September, Hills was looking for a position where he could take on a diverse set of duties, be rewarded for initiative and use all his skills. When a hiring agency got in touch with Matt after his previous jobs as
- [Nancy DeSandre Rides over 250 Miles on her Bicycle to Help Beat Childhood Cancer](https://hsprotection.net/nancy-desandre-rides-over-250-miles-on-her-bicycle-to-help-beat-childhood-cancer/) - Nancy DeSandre recently completed 250 miles (or 251 to be exact) on her bicycle to help beat childhood cancer. It was a goal of hers for the Great Cycle Challenge, and she ended up raising close to $800 for the Children’s Cancer cause. An avid bicyclist, Nancy trained over and above her normal routine to
- [Being Active on the Job Suits Jaken Bruckbauer Just Fine](https://hsprotection.net/being-active-on-the-job-suits-jaken-bruckbauer-just-fine/) - Being active on the job suits Jaken Bruckbauer just fine. He was looking for a position where he could move around rather than being stuck behind a desk and he found it two months ago when he started at H&S Protection. “I learn something new every day at H&S,” he said of his position as
- [Meet Our People on the New H&S Protection Web Site](https://hsprotection.net/meet-our-people-on-the-new-hs-protection-web-site/) - In today’s electronically connected world, we don’t always meet others face-to-face. At H&S Protection, our sales staff and technicians work directly with customers at their homes or place of business. But what happens if you are a potential customer and want to find out more about our people before we meet with you? Our newly refurbished
- [One BIG Reason Not to Self-Install Your Security System](https://hsprotection.net/one-big-reason-not-to-self-install-your-security-system/) - There are a lot of reasons NOT to self-install a security system in your home or business. Here’s one of them. At H&S Protection, we talk with potential customers who’d like to save money on their installation and decide to do it themselves (or have a friend/relative do it). Recently, we sold a system to
- [The Offer Mike Horgan Couldn't Refuse](https://hsprotection.net/the-offer-mike-horgan-couldnt-refuse/) - It wasn’t “The Godfather” movie, but Mike Horgan knew an offer he couldn’t refuse. It came from his dad Ed back in 1994 – a call to join the family business, Horgan Sales & Service. Mike answered the call, never looked back, and the rest is part of H&S Protection history. As one of the owners (along
- [Walking Through](https://hsprotection.net/walking-through/) - When you want to hire a security company, do you want them to come in and tell you what to do? Probably not. Instead, you want to explain what, if any, specific issues you’re trying to address. Have you had a break-in and you want certain doors secured? Is employee theft a problem and you
- [Steve Garritson Covers it All in 39 Years](https://hsprotection.net/steve-garritson-covers-it-all-in-39-years/) - Steve Garritson has seen a lot in his 39 years working in the alarm/security industry. He’s been on the front lines dealing with customers, watching corporate America rapidly buying out smaller businesses, handling operations issues and now as co-owner of H&S Protection, running his own business. He’s learned the business inside-out and now shares those
- [Grandmother Connection Lands Josh Miller at H&S](https://hsprotection.net/grandmother-connection-lands-josh-miller-at-hs/) - Sometimes it’s a person you’d least expect who lands you your next job. In the case of H&S Protection’s Josh Miller, that was his grandmother. “She was out working in the yard and Steve Garritson, one of H&S’s owners, is her next door neighbor,” Josh relates. Through that interaction, Josh found out from his grandmother
- [Oh, the Places We Go.....](https://hsprotection.net/oh-the-places-we-go/) - Every security company has a territory. H&S Protection serves southeast and central Wisconsin. We’re proud to live in the state and provide our services to a significant percentage of the people who live here. If you draw a circle around our two offices in Pewaukee and Stevens Point, how far would our team reach? Pretty
- [Restaurant Experience](https://hsprotection.net/restaurant-experience/) - If you go into a restaurant, you’re looking for a good experience – tasty food, superior service, reasonably priced drinks and dishes. You also want the restaurant to have “experience” – in other words, you want their people to know what they’re doing. We’d like to add a touch of H&S Protection to your restaurant
- [Guns and Ammo](https://hsprotection.net/guns-and-ammo/) - Most retails stores that sell guns and ammunition have security – cameras AND alarm systems. Owners understand the value of that investment. Last year, in our southeast Wisconsin service territory, we heard of two instances close together (in proximity and date) of break-ins and the theft of significant firearms. Despite security, the burglary still occurred.
- [Ensure Your Connectivity](https://hsprotection.net/ensure-your-connectivity/) - Ensure data connectivity so your security system delivers its signal quickly and effectively. Every security system sends an electronic signal when the system is triggered. Whether you have a wired or wireless system, that message must get routed through the electronic network to ensure the monitoring center immediately finds out there is an issue in
- [Why We Train](https://hsprotection.net/why-we-train/) - Professional sports officials, like those officiating the NFL or NBA, for example, get feedback on their performance after every game. They prepare and train even during the off-season. That’s what makes them the best, and helps them execute the rules instantaneously with a high degree of success on a consistent basis. H&S Protection takes a
- ["Find a Problem and Solve it" -- that's H&S's Jeff Lukasavige](https://hsprotection.net/find-a-problem-and-solve-it-thats-hss-jeff-lukasavige/) - Jeff Lukasavige likes finding problems. Then he enjoys solving them. That puts him in a great situation with H&S Protection as Operations Manager out of our Stevens Point, WI office. “I keep the trains running on time, hopefully,” he chuckled. Though Jeff has only been with H&S two years, he has a strong work background
- [Why Choose a Professional?](https://hsprotection.net/why-choose-a-professional/) - In the H&S Protection world of access control technology, surveillance cameras, alarm systems and fire monitoring equipment, there are many reasons to turn to us for a professional installation. Why should consumers choose us rather than installing systems themselves or asking a next door neighbor (who likes tinkering with high tech) to do it? Typically,
- [Security at your Place of Worship not just about Active Shooters](https://hsprotection.net/security-at-your-place-of-worship-not-just-about-active-shooters/) - Security at your place of worship is not just about active shooters. There have been far too many of those sad, tragic and senseless acts of violence in recent years where religious services are observed. Many organizations have weighed in to help churches, synagogues, mosques, temples and other places of worship inform and protect their
- [Family Business the Way to Go for Kelly Ransbottom](https://hsprotection.net/family-business-the-way-to-go-for-kelly-ransbottom/) - Working in a family business is the way to go for Kelly Ransbottom. Before joining H&S Protection three years ago, she lived in Little Chute, WI and worked for a family-owned company for 13 years. She found H&S to be a good and dependable company to work for when she moved to the Stevens Point
- [H&S Completes Annual Road Pickup](https://hsprotection.net/hs-completes-annual-road-pickup/) - Recently, H&S Protection completed our annual road pickup on a 2-mile stretch of Highway 66 between Stevens Point and Wisconsin Rapids. It’s an annual trek for many of us. There’s a lot of garbage out there, more than there should be, and it’s important for us to do something about it. Our employees live in
- [H&S Sales Team Transitions as Two Retire](https://hsprotection.net/hs-sales-team-transitions-as-two-retire/) - Several weeks back, two of our longer tenured H&S employees retired– Jim Kurtz and Rick Janowski. Both worked in sales out of our Pewaukee, WI office. We were sad to see them go. But everyone reaches a stage where there’s a time to take the next step in life. We appreciate the great years of service
- [A Heart to Help Others in H&S's Nancy DeSandre](https://hsprotection.net/a-heart-to-help-others-in-hss-nancy-desandre/) - When Nancy DeSandre lost her job in 2013, she began looking for work in a new field. She had extensive customer service experience from past jobs in the restaurant field so that’s where she began her search. “In April of 2013 I found an ad for H & S Protection Systems on the internet and
- [Another "Cool" Frontier](https://hsprotection.net/another-cool-frontier/) - We’re entering another cool frontier here at H&S Protection. We’ve said over the past few years that we’re “no longer your father’s alarm company.” Instead, we’ve added products and services sought by businesses and homeowners that provide convenience and cost savings to our customers. Now we’ve added more “cool” features. Alarm.com, our partner on interactive and
- [Slamka Brings Craftsmanship to H&S](https://hsprotection.net/slamka-brings-craftsmanship-to-hs/) - Greg Slamka brings craftsmanship to H&S Protection. Though he serves as a technician at H&S and provides technical support to customers, Slamka’s appreciation for good craft work extends to buildings, photographs, cars and gun collecting. “I’ve developed an interest in gun collecting and appreciate the history of vintage guns and the craftsmanship and technology of
- [Jeans and Cowboy Boots Leads to Career at H&S](https://hsprotection.net/jeans-and-cowboy-boots-leads-to-career-at-hs/) - Dennis McNamara walked into Ed Horgan’s office over 30 years ago. Ed owned and operated Horgan Sales and Service out of Stevens Point, WI, at the time (Horgan Sales and Service merged with Sentra Protective Systems to form H&S Protection in 2007). Dennis was looking for a job. Ed hired him even though he wore
- [Foxconn and H&S Protection in SE Wisconsin](https://hsprotection.net/foxconn-and-hs-protection-in-se-wisconsin/) - If you live, work or play in southeast Wisconsin, you know about Foxconn. The entire Racine-Kenosha-Sturtevant-Pleasant Prairie-Mt. Pleasant area is currently being disrupted in multiple ways as construction amps up. It’s not just the site under construction. It’s roads. It’s piping being laid to Lake Michigan for water. It’s on-ramps to the interstate. We know
- [Security System Thwarts Allenton, WI Break-In](https://hsprotection.net/security-system-thwarts-allenton-wi-break-in/) - Small business owners face many challenges, but few can change an entrepreneur’s fortunes as swiftly as a break-in or theft due to inadequate security. One of H&S Protection’s customers in Allenton, WI, recently learned the true value of security after a new 2GIG system helped thwart a break-in with an audible alarm and instant notification. We heard
- [Casey Gamel Harding Brings Design Experience to All Security Installations](https://hsprotection.net/casey-gamel-harding-brings-design-experience-to-all-security-installations/) - Casey Gamel Harding knows what she’s doing at a security system installation. She’s been in the industry 9 years, and has designed systems for commercial & residential customers over 5,000 square feet. Before joining H&S Protection earlier this year in August, Casey was a security sales representative in Cincinnati, OH, focusing on commercial & residential burglary, access
- [The Fourth Generation](https://hsprotection.net/the-fourth-generation/) - David Horgan has been familiar with the security industry for a long time. As a fourth-generation employee of H&S Protection, he’s learned from both his father Mike (current co-owner) and grandfather Ed (second-generation owner of Horgan Sales and Service). At some point in David’s career, he knew he wanted to follow in their footsteps. That
- [Firefighting Leads to Fire Protection for Ben Garritson](https://hsprotection.net/firefighting-leads-to-fire-protection-for-ben-garritson/) - Firefighting led Ben Garritson to fire protection, and fire protection led him to H&S Protection. One doesn’t always necessarily follow the other, but in Ben’s case working as a firefighter/EMT on the Menomonee Falls, WI Fire Department led him to Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC) to pursue a career in fire protection. I just so
- [Snow, Ice, Wind, Rain](https://hsprotection.net/snow-ice-wind-rain/) - We’ve gotten it all in Wisconsin the past few weeks. As the saying goes, “You come to Wisconsin in the winter for the skiing, ice fishing, great restaurants and hockey. You stay because your car won’t start.” Fortunately ours have started, along with our trucks. We keep them tuned and ready because we know
- [Idle Time Not for Dan Kolbeck](https://hsprotection.net/idle-time-not-for-dan-kolbeck/) - Idle time is not for Dan Kolbeck. Whether he’s out on the water for recreational activities, hanging out with his sons and dog or fixing a customer’s security system for H&S Protection, Dan stays active. A 17-year veteran with H&S, Dan was a self-described “cable guy” beforehand, doing a couple of years in the electrical
- [Security at the Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee](https://hsprotection.net/security-at-the-democratic-national-convention-in-milwaukee/) - The Democratic National Convention is coming to Milwaukee in 2020. As Wisconsinites, we here at H&S Protection are happy to see the extra business coming to the state. It’s good for the economy, adds jobs over the next 18 months, and brings vigor to both downtown Milwaukee and the surrounding suburbs. As a business housed
- [Peterson Heads from Florida to Central Wisconsin to Join H&S](https://hsprotection.net/peterson-heads-from-florida-to-central-wisconsin-to-join-hs/) - Originally from Central Wisconsin, Ross Peterson lived in Northwest Florida on the Gulf Coast. The Gulf Coast area was a vacation spot when he was younger and he decided to move to the area after finishing college. While things were going well in Florida, he had an opportunity to move back to the Stevens Point
- [Simplify Your Access Control](https://hsprotection.net/simplify-your-access-control/) - If you own or manage a beer brewing business, we have new technology to simplify your security. But this access control system from alarm.com isn’t just for brewers. It’s for any business with multiple buildings or data sensitive needs. In most setups for this industry, there’s a distillery, a brewery and a restaurant. Some employees
- [H&S System Helps Prevent Theft at Indoor Shooting Range](https://hsprotection.net/hs-system-helps-prevent-theft-at-indoor-shooting-range/) - An indoor shooting range in Mequon, WI, remains open to customers after a potential theft was thwarted by an H&S Protection alarm and video security system. “Bear Arms,” a Boutique Indoor Shooting Range, was breached recently through the wall at a side business, but the alarm summoned police and the video system captured high quality
- [Ben Garritson Wins Wisconsin's "Technician of the  Year" Award](https://hsprotection.net/ben-garritson-wins-wisconsins-technician-of-the-year-award/) - At the Wisconsin Electronic Security Association’s annual meeting and award ceremony, H&S Protection’s Ben Garritson was honored with the “Technician of the Year” Award. We take our business seriously, and awards like this mean a lot to us as a company and demonstrate our commitment to serving customers to the best of our ability.
- [Our Highway Cleanup Crew](https://hsprotection.net/our-highway-cleanup-crew/) - Late last month, H&S employees completed our annual roadside cleanup. We’ve picked up debris along the road we sponsor in Stevens Point because it’s the right thing to do for our community and the environment. We’re proud of this commitment. Employees picked up plastic bottles, bags, cans, paper bags and assorted other items discarded by the
- [Ops](https://hsprotection.net/ops/) - If you look for a home or business security services company in Wisconsin, what makes a company standout? One quality we believe here at H&S Protection that separates us from other Wisconsin-based security firms is the fact that each Monday morning we sit down as a full team at both our Stevens Point and Pewaukee offices,
- [Making a Positive Impact on the Lives of Others: Cindy Malcolm](https://hsprotection.net/making-a-positive-impact-on-the-lives-of-others-cindy-malcolm/) - Cindy Malcolm appreciates making a positive impact on the lives of others. It’s one of the reasons she appreciates working for H&S Protection out of our Stevens Point, WI office. “This company has made a huge difference in the lives of many people. With generations of experience and lots of knowledge, you are choosing a
- [Cleaning Up](https://hsprotection.net/cleaning-up/) - Cleaning up is a big deal. We know how we personally feel when a service technician comes into our home and leaves behind dirt, wood shavings or other side effects from their work: Not good. Everyone wants their home or business to be exactly the way it was before the work commenced. That’s a big reason
- [Friendship Leads Walker Mence to H&S](https://hsprotection.net/friendship-leads-walker-mence-to-hs/) - Friendship led Walker Mence to H&S Protection. A friend of Matt Hills since high school, Matt knew Walker had just left his previous job a little over a year ago and figured he’d be a good fit with H&S. “After talking with Matt, I met with Mike (Horgan, H&S Co-owner) and Jeff (Lukasavige, Operations Manager)
- [Bar Cameras -- Part I](https://hsprotection.net/bar-cameras-part-i/) - (Editor’s note: This is Part I in a series from H&S Protection on a recent bar/restaurant video camera installation to give customers insights into how we protect their businesses.) Once a security systems sale concludes, our installation team goes into action. Recently we followed Matt Hills and Walker Mence as they finished an eight-camera indoor/outdoor
- [Bar Cameras -- Part II](https://hsprotection.net/bar-cameras-part-ii/) - (Editor’s note: This is Part II in a series from H&S Protection on a recent bar/restaurant video camera installation to give customers insights into how we protect their businesses.) Weather and Heights The day turned humid and hot after starting out with drizzling rain. “The weather can determine a lot about a job. Not WHETHER
- [Bar Cameras -- Part III (The Hardware Store)](https://hsprotection.net/bar-cameras-part-iii-the-hardware-store/) - (Editor’s note: This is Part III and the conclusion of our Bar Cameras blog — The Hardware Store. Thank you for joining us.). The Hardware Store Though H&S scopes out materials before each installation, there are times where additional parts are needed. Sometimes they need to be ordered or a member of the team brings
- [Our Tenth Year with the United Way: H&S Pledges Over $10,000 as Employees Contribute More Than $5,000](https://hsprotection.net/our-tenth-year-with-the-united-way-hs-pledges-over-10000-as-employees-contribute-more-than-5000/) - We have participated in the United Way for over ten years in our combined Waukesha and Stevens Point offices. This year, the combined pledge from employees in the two offices is $5,429, and H&S Protection will match that amount to double our company’s contribution, for a total of $10,858. We’re proud to contribute to the causes
- [Combining the Mental and Physical a Good Fit for Danny Greco](https://hsprotection.net/combining-the-mental-and-physical-a-good-fit-for-danny-greco/) - Danny Greco knows the best job for him is when he works with both his mind and his hands – combining the physical part of a position with the mental challenges. At H&S Protection, he’s found that perfect fit. He’d been working for another security company for five years when his brother introduced him to
- [The 3G to 4G Upgrade](https://hsprotection.net/the-3g-to-4g-upgrade/) - For the layperson, understanding the upgrade of our nation’s cellular network can be confusing. Terminology makes it complicated. You must also understand the technology aspects of how the system functions and moves data. Staying away from explaining the highly technical aspects, most cell carriers (the companies you pay your monthly fee to, so you
- [Little Things Add Up to get Access Control Right -- Part I](https://hsprotection.net/little-things-add-up-to-get-access-control-right-part-i/) - (Editor’s note: This is the first in a two-part series from H&S Protection explaining how we approach access control installations with our customers.) Little things add up when it comes to installing access control technology in an office or manufacturing environment. Our end goal is similar to the car dealer handing over the keys
- [Surmounting Access Control Obstacles -- Part II](https://hsprotection.net/surmounting-access-control-obstacles-part-ii/) - (Editor’s note: This is the second in our two-part series on access control. Please access our most recent blog for Part I.) Obstacles Access control systems aren’t perfect. Obstacles must be surmounted. One of the biggest is getting our people on the same page with our customer’s network person. That’s why we focus
- [The Unexpected](https://hsprotection.net/the-unexpected/) - Don’t expect a hard sell when one of our H&S Protection sales representatives stops by your place. That’s not our style. Instead, expect our representative to ask about you and your business, find out what makes your business tick, and what security issues you might have. Listen to Dave Kwasinski, H&S Sales Consultant, as
- [From Beef Deboner to Security System Installer: Russ Zanow](https://hsprotection.net/from-beef-deboner-to-security-system-installer-russ-zanow/) - There are probably only a handful of people in the world, if even that many, who’ve gone from a job deboning beef to installing security systems. H&S Protection’s Russ Zanow is one of them. He never considered the change until faced with Cargill closing down its operations in the Milwaukee area, which eliminated his
- [Not Your Father's Security System](https://hsprotection.net/not-your-fathers-security-system/) - H&S Protection doesn’t install your father’s security system anymore. While the wireless/cell aspect of today’s systems is important, the main emphasis behind “not your father’s security system” is that they do so much more today than they did even 10 years ago, much less 25 years ago. And those changes are designed to provide customer
- [Lindsay Sarozek: Keeping Customers Happy](https://hsprotection.net/lindsay-sarozek-keeping-customers-happy/) - Lindsay Sarozek likes to keep customers happy. She gets to do that in multiple ways at H&S Protection. On a recent morning, Lindsay was filling a number of orders from customers, part of her position as a Customer Service Representative at H&S. She processes incoming shipments, customer call-ins, schedules appointments for services prior to
- [We're There Even When You're Not](https://hsprotection.net/were-there-even-when-youre-not/) - A special message from H&S Protection Co-Owners Steve Garritson and Mike Horgan: The current chaotic climate with the coronavirus worries all business owners, including us here at H&S Protection. What you SHOULDN’T worry about is whether our security systems are protecting your premises. Our technology and service commitment to you will never waver during this
- [Nicole Jacobitz Brings Together Roller Derby and Security](https://hsprotection.net/nicole-jacobitz-brings-together-roller-derby-and-security/) - A special message from H&S Protection Co Who says that roller derby and security can’t go together? Certainly not Nicole Jacobitz, H&S Protection Office Administrator in our Stevens Point, WI office. She’s found a job she enjoys with H&S and a love of roller derby outside of work. “My immediate family is really my
- [We Can Hear You](https://hsprotection.net/we-can-hear-you/) - Dave Kwasinski recently received a referral from an existing customer of H&S, who was building a new home. He had the blueprints. He didn’t know much else. He walked in the door, not knowing the homeowners were hearing impaired. Dave, a Security Consultant in our Pewaukee, WI office, was taken aback. He didn’t know
- [Meeting H&S Face-to-Face](https://hsprotection.net/meeting-hs-face-to-face/) - Leaving aside COVID-19 and the current restrictions we live with today, meeting face-to-face with H&S Protection representatives is a strong selling point for us as a company. We want you to know us. We want to answer your questions in person. We want to get to know you better so we can help you pinpoint
- [Security Standards in Wisconsin](https://hsprotection.net/security-standards-in-wisconsin/) - Over the years, we’ve been a proud member of the Wisconsin Security Association (WISA). There are many reasons for this. Because our industry is made of many small businesses such as ours, it’s important to set high standards to follow and ensure consistency. WISA passes down that type of information to its membership and helps
- [Seeing New Places Part of the Job for John Jastroch](https://hsprotection.net/seeing-new-places-part-of-the-job-for-john-jastroch/) - When John Jastroch joined H&S Protection, he had no idea he’d be exploring so many new places. Joining H&S after stints doing car detailing, Jastroch took a tip from fellow H&S employee Dave Kwasinski and decided to interview with the company. “Our wives are good friends and Dave mentioned the opportunities here, so I
- [Summer Homes](https://hsprotection.net/summer-homes/) - It’s that time of year where a lot of Wisconsin residents head up north. Enjoy the lakes. Do some fishing. Grab a cold one on the boat. How do you feel about your home when you head off for a one- or two-week vacation? Do you forget about it? Probably not. Some people have
- [Going to Town on the Project is Jordan Brenner's Motto](https://hsprotection.net/going-to-town-on-the-project-is-jordan-brenners-motto/) - Jordan Brenner gets back to customers as quickly as he can. It’s a big plus he sees in how H&S Protection responds to inquiries. “The quality of the people at H&S Protection sets us apart from bigger security companies. If we get a phone call, we try to come out that day or the
- [It's Not a Spaceship](https://hsprotection.net/its-not-a-spaceship/) - Video analytics are here. With our alarm.com app, we now give our customers even better recognition of a potential threat facing their homes or businesses. Seriously, it won’t identify a spaceship, but it will identify most other things. As one of our H&S offerings, the alarm.com app identifies the moving object coming or going into the
- [Mitchell Wilson Keeping on His Toes](https://hsprotection.net/mitchell-wilson-keeping-on-his-toes/) - Mitchell Wilson is keeping on his toes. He likes it that way. As a Security Systems Technician at H&S in Stevens Point, he’s the guy who installs security, camera and access control systems, and gets them up and running. “I install all our systems. It keeps me on my toes because every job is different.
- [Monitoring an Area of Refuge](https://hsprotection.net/monitoring-an-area-of-refuge/) - With the advent of Covid, there are multiple security scenarios no one envisioned six months ago. At H&S Protection, we monitor trends and respond with solutions. One issue spotlighted recently has been an “area of refuge.” What does that mean and who is affected? Simply put, an area of refuge is where people congregate for
- [H&S Protection Honored as Wisconsin's Security Dealer of the Year](https://hsprotection.net/hs-protection-honored-as-wisconsins-security-dealer-of-the-year/) - The Wisconsin Security Association (WISA) recently honored H&S Protection with its “Dealer of the Year” award. It is the second time H&S has received the statewide prestigious award, which recognizes a company for its commitment to the security industry and to the communities it serves. WISA icon Dave Koenig made the presentation for the association,
- [Steve Garritson Receives Industry "Bill Cooper" Award](https://hsprotection.net/steve-garritson-receives-industry-bill-cooper-award/) - Honest communication, respectful dialogue, articulating concerns, listening, trying to find solutions that benefit all sides. Building bridges. H&S Co-Owner Mike Horgan cited these qualities (and more) inherent in the Bill Cooper Award, given annually by the Wisconsin Security Association (WISA). Those qualities embodied Bill Cooper’s approach to his work in the security industry, and Horgan
- [Can Burglar Alarms Go Touchless?](https://hsprotection.net/can-burglar-alarms-go-touchless/) - There’s a lot going on these days as Covid continues to further impact lives and businesses. The security industry has its share of questions regarding what direction our market will take. At H&S Protection, we monitor these trends to see what the best options are to offer our customers. Here is one: Will burglar alarms
- [Video Surveillance Trends in the U.S.](https://hsprotection.net/video-surveillance-trends-in-the-u-s/) - Most citizens of Wisconsin probably recognize the growing trend of video surveillance. There are more cameras watching us today than there were five or 10 years ago. But, what are the most accurate numbers? A recent study from safety.com indicates that the average U.S. citizen is under video surveillance “approximately” 238 times a week. We all need
- [Covid and Conscious Protections from H&S Protection](https://hsprotection.net/covid-and-conscious-protections-from-hs-protection/) - We’re in the business of protection here at H&S. “Protection” is part of our name. We make conscious efforts to protect each customer through our security solutions. The past eight months, during this heightened health concern period around the world, we’ve added a conscious effort to work safely at our customers’ locations and at our
- [A Special Thanks to Our Customers in 2020](https://hsprotection.net/a-special-thanks-to-our-customers-in-2020/) - We want to give our customers a special thank you for sticking with us in 2020. It hasn’t been easy for us, and we’re sure you have had many obstacles to overcome as well in your businesses and on the personal front. The fact that you trusted us with your homes and businesses, allowed our
- [Newspaper Tossed Over the Fence](https://hsprotection.net/newspaper-tossed-over-the-fence/) - What would you do if someone kept tossing newspapers over your fence into your yard in the middle of the night? What if it was dead mice his cat killed that he kept launching into your yard? Would you confront him? Would you get angry? Would you ignore the incidents and jam the debris in
- [Simple Fix for Roomba](https://hsprotection.net/simple-fix-for-roomba/) - Don’t you love it when you find a simple fix to something you thought was going to require a complicated solution? We do. When we provide security solutions to businesses or homes, many are very straight forward. But, we also receive our share of curveballs when it comes to requests or obstacles. For example, if you have
- [Just Walking Through](https://hsprotection.net/just-walking-through/) - When you work with our staff to go over your security system install, we’re not just “walking through.” The time we spend with you is much more important than that. One of the services we provide on our medium and larger-sized projects is a meeting with business owners or their key staff to walk through
- ["Timing is Everything"](https://hsprotection.net/timing-is-everything/) - (Editor’s note: This is the first in a two-part series on working with homeowners/builders to assess your security needs early in the process of a home being built.) When remodeling or during new home construction, it’s important to think ahead. Timing is everything. H&S Protection makes it a point to meet with home builders and
- [United Way - Special Service Award](https://hsprotection.net/united-way-special-service-award-2/) - H&S Protection was honored recently by the Portage County, WI United Way...
- [Upfront Timing on Your Home Build, Part II](https://hsprotection.net/upfront-timing-on-your-home-build-part-ii/) - (Editor’s note: This is the second in a two-part series on working with homeowners/builders to assess your security needs early in the process of a home being built.) If you are building a home and working with a contractor, security needs are often overlooked. But in today’s world this is something you SHOULD be thinking
- [When Your State Association Applauds You](https://hsprotection.net/when-your-state-association-applauds-you/) - When your state association recognizes you repeatedly over the years for excellence, that applause means a lot. The awards mean your peers see how you operate and want others to be aware of what you do the right way. H&S Protection has been recognized multiple times by the Wisconsin Security Association (WISA) since we combined
- [When You Need and Update or Upgrade](https://hsprotection.net/when-you-need-and-update-or-upgrade/) - Do you need an update or upgrade to your current security system? There are a number of issues to consider to ensure your system is operating optimally. First, nationally, cellular systems are being upgraded. H&S Protection is working with customers to get systems switched from 3G (gigabytes of data) to 4G. In addition, with a
- [Calling an Audible](https://hsprotection.net/calling-an-audible/) - In football, the quarterback may “call an audible.” When it comes to security systems, you want to make sure the area surrounding your home or business “hears an audible” alarm. Don’t take that advice from us. It comes from the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department. Recently, the Wisconsin Security Association (WISA) held a Zoom session with
- [Camera Angles Critical](https://hsprotection.net/camera-angles-critical/) - We know security camera angles are critical. Knowing the “hot spots” of a home or business is one of our skills. Still, we’re always open to tips, listening to our customers and other experts on how best to position cameras – both for deterrence value and to capture illegal activity. One tip we’ve received, for
- [Lighting as a Deterrent](https://hsprotection.net/lighting-as-a-deterrent/) - As you head out for summer vacation this year, remember to protect your home while you are away. Keep your lawn trimmed, have your newspaper and mail taken care of while you are away and set indoor and outdoor lights, preferably with timers if possible. Lights serve as a deterrent. Time and again, law enforcement
- [Rural Doesn't Always Mean Safer](https://hsprotection.net/rural-doesnt-always-mean-safer/) - Our Stevens Point and Pewaukee offices serve rural parts of Wisconsin. We’ve driven down our share of long lonely country roads to get to a dairy farm, manufacturing site or home. Crime doesn’t just happen in urban or suburban areas. In fact, during a presentation earlier this year from the Kenosha Sheriffs’ Office to the
- [Easier Targets](https://hsprotection.net/easier-targets/) - Multiple studies over the years from law enforcement demonstrate that homes without security are more frequently targeted than a similar home next door. The posting of a sign warning a potential burglar of a home security system on the premises gets the bad guy thinking and slinking elsewhere. Of course, the sign alone doesn’t get
- [Intrusion Booklet for Dummies](https://hsprotection.net/intrusion-booklet-for-dummies/) - We don’t have an “Intrusion Booklet for Dummies.” There are books on “Excel for Dummies,” “Philosophy for Dummies,” “The Internet for Dummies,” “Auto Repair for Dummies,” and many, many more that you’ll find on Amazon. With our experience at H&S, we could write and publish an “Intrusion Booklet for Dummies,” but that hasn’t been at
- [Catching Up](https://hsprotection.net/catching-up/) - It’s good to catch up with friends and colleagues. Sometimes you pick up tips you hadn’t considered previously. Recently, we got together with an icon from the Wisconsin and national electronic security industry – Dave Koenig. We’ve known him for years and he’s provided exceptional leadership for our industry at both the state and national
- [Limiting Entrance and Exit Points](https://hsprotection.net/limiting-entrance-and-exit-points/) - Limiting entrance and exit points to your business are part of a successful security strategy. It intuitively makes sense – fewer access points make for fewer locations where a breach can occur. At the same time, by limiting where people come and go, you simplify your security plan. Whether you use an access control system,
- [Lonnie Miescke Honored by WISA for 40 Years of Excellence](https://hsprotection.net/lonnie-miescke-honored-by-wisa-for-40-years-of-excellence/) - When H&S Protection Co-Owner Steve Garritson first met Lonnie Miescke in 1992, he was the new Operations Manager for Central Control. Lonnie then was the third shift central station supervisor. When you run a 24/7 operation, Steve knows your best people need to be on the weekend and evening shifts. When his beeper went off
- [Steve Garritson Honored with President’s Award from Wisconsin Security Association](https://hsprotection.net/steve-garritson-honored-with-presidents-award-from-wisconsin-security-association/) - H&S Protection Co-Owner Steve Garritson was honored in September with the President’s Award from the Wisconsin Security Association (WISA). Steve’s commitment to the association was recognized in remarks by WISA President Bill Flesch. Brandon Dobratz of Alarm Products Distributors was also recognized as a co-winner of the award for the past year. For those of
- [Fire Protection and Military Service Help Mike Sturbaum at H&S](https://hsprotection.net/fire-protection-and-military-service-help-mike-sturbaum-at-hs/) - Mike Sturbaum Sr.’s experience in fire protection and the U.S. military served as a perfect backdrop for his introduction to the security industry with H&S Protection. After serving in the U.S. Army for eight years, active and in the reserves, he took a position with FedEx Ground as a driver for 17 years. From there,
- [New Operations Manager Ben Garritson](https://hsprotection.net/new-operations-manager-ben-garritson/) - New Operations Manager Ben Garritson This past August, Ben Garritson stepped into a new role for H&S, shifting over from his position as a Service Technician to take over as Operations Manager. The new role will come with challenges for Ben as he replaces Mike Solomon, who had served in that capacity for nearly ten
- [H&S Protection Works Full-Time for Adam Douglas](https://hsprotection.net/hs-protection-works-full-time-for-adam-douglas/) - H&S Protection Works Full-Time for Adam Douglas H&S Protection works full-time just right for Adam Douglas. After working for H&S as a subcontractor, it became clear where he wanted to be on a full-time basis, and as Captain Picard on Star Trek “The Next Generation” was fond of saying, “Make it so, Number One.” So,
- [Injecting Youth and New Positions into H&S Protection](https://hsprotection.net/injecting-youth-and-new-positions-into-hs-protection/) - Injecting Youth and New Positions into H&S Protection When Covid hit in 2020, it surprised us a bit that H&S Protection had its best sales years ever. That trend continued in 2021 with another record year. We’re proud of our team bringing in the business and making sure each customer gets the specific attention and
- [Laundromat Cameras](https://hsprotection.net/laundromat-cameras/) - Laundromat Cameras There are many businesses where automated security make sense. And, there are many reasons to install a system, whether that’s to help deter potential criminal behavior or to provide video of actions that could damage your business. When it comes to laundromats, there is an equipment investment that needs to be protected. There
- [Protecting Churches](https://hsprotection.net/protecting-churches/) - Protecting Churches When we recently finished a camera installation at a church in Wauwatosa, WI, we didn’t figure on the system coming into play so quickly. But, it did. And, that’s a good reason to consider a camera system if you head a religious congregation. None of us want to think that a burglar or
- [When the Bills Don't Get Paid](https://hsprotection.net/when-the-bills-dont-get-paid/) - If you are a manufacturer or distributor (or any business for that matter), you want to get paid by your customers. Missed invoices or incorrect invoices are bad for your business. If you face a problem like this, you know that it must be fixed. But, how? We have a solution here at H&S Protection.
- [Birds Chirping](https://hsprotection.net/birds-chirping/) - The birds are chirping in Wisconsin. It’s that time of year – if you’re thinking about buying or selling a home this spring, you’re getting warmed up for the task ahead. We’re prepared to help you at H&S Protection. Not with your buying or selling. But, instead, we’ll help if you’re moving into a new
- [Hardware Experience Helps Alicia Jensen at H&S](https://hsprotection.net/hardware-experience-helps-alicia-jensen-at-hs/) - Moving from a big box hardware store to H&S Protection, Alicia Jensen was able to build on her experience to help her in a new role as Administrative Assistant in H&S’s Stevens Point, WI office. Alicia joined H&S in August of 2020 after 25-and-a-half years with the big box retailer, serving in the Flooring and
- [H&S Alarm Alerts Waukesha Police](https://hsprotection.net/hs-alarm-alerts-waukesha-police/) - Thankfully, H&S doesn’t have to contact police departments on a daily basis. When we do, it means something is wrong, and we are alerting them to some form of criminal behavior. Recently, we were able to help the Waukesha Police Department with an incident at one of our customers – in this case, a bank.
- [Demo This!](https://hsprotection.net/demo-this/) - Think about this: having a system to train your security team remotely, giving access to all the functions necessary to bone-up on newer technologies. H&S Protection has that system, and it benefits our customers AND staff. Any good training system should help your people get better at their jobs. Simple concept. In turn, as employees
- [Focus and Source Like Crazy!](https://hsprotection.net/focus-and-source-like-crazy/) - Unless you’re doing an imitation of an ostrich with your head in the ground, you know there’s been a global supply chain challenge the past couple of years. H&S Protection has its share of difficulties keeping up with the availability of parts, and we’re changing how we do business to ensure our security installations occur
- [Lonnie Miescke Retires After 22 Years with H&S Protection](https://hsprotection.net/lonnie-miescke-retires-after-22-years-with-hs-protection/) - We knew it had to come. It happens with everyone at some point: time to hang up the spikes and see what comes next in life after a long and successful career. We bid goodbye to Lonnie Miescke a couple of weeks back after a 22-year career with H&S Protection that started with her working
- [82 Cameras, 102 Dock Doors -- H&S has it Covered](https://hsprotection.net/82-cameras-102-dock-doors-hs-has-it-covered/) - Installing 82 cameras at an industrial facility sounds like a tough task. It is. Covering 102 docking doors with those cameras so that the customer is pleased is another toughie. We’ve pulled that off, too. Big or small, we handle the special security needs of our customers. Such was the case when we worked with
- [What's Changing?](https://hsprotection.net/whats-changing/) - Like other industries, the electronic security business changes to keep pace with technology. Sometimes this happens quickly, sometimes gradually. What does this mean for our customers? Whether you are looking for a security system or already do business with H&S Protection, you might know just from looking around at retail establishments or manufacturing facilities that
- [Catalytic Converter Thefts](https://hsprotection.net/catalytic-converter-thefts/) - Catalytic converter (CC) thefts have received a lot of attention in the media the past few years. Crooks are finding cars in remote parking lots and quickly disassembling the CC to sell the precious metals on the black market, which can fetch up to $800. These thefts typically happen in parking lots. It could be
- [How to "See" Security](https://hsprotection.net/how-to-see-security/) - It’s a bit odd wondering how people “see” security. Do criminals case homes and businesses? Television shows and movies would like to have us think so, and studies done by police have reported that a protected home tends to be bypassed by burglars in favor of a more vulnerable home (lights not on, no security
- [Why Wisconsin's WISA?](https://hsprotection.net/why-wisconsins-wisa/) - We’ve been a longstanding member of the Wisconsin Security Association (WISA), so long, in fact, that it’s undergone a number of name changes since we joined the association. H&S Protection participates in many WISA activities, and over the years we’ve won multiple awards and had members of our team serve the association. This past month,
- [Remote Camera Views](https://hsprotection.net/remote-camera-views/) - Customers who purchase a video security system understand they will be able to view footage remotely – either through a laptop, iPad, smart phone or desktop computer. You monitor from a distance. What most may not know is that notifications can be set up on the cameras to capture specific types of events that might
- [H&S Co-Owner Steve Garritson Retires after 43 Years in Security Industry](https://hsprotection.net/hs-co-owner-steve-garritson-retires-after-43-years-in-security-industry/) - Steve Garritson is leaving the security industry after 43 years, selling his share of H&S Protection to Co-Owner Mike Horgan. His last day with H&S will be December 31. Steve and Mike have run H&S for 15 years after getting to know each other at Wisconsin security industry meetings some 20 years ago. At the
- [Plunge Into Security Brings Lance Schreiber to H&S Protection](https://hsprotection.net/plunge-into-security-brings-lance-schreiber-to-hs-protection/) - Lance Schreiber joined H&S Protection about a year-and-a-half ago. H&S drew him back to his security roots. He made the plunge into the security sector, along with access and fire, in 2007 and has been loving it ever since. “I wanted to be part of a family company that cares about the employees and the
- [2023](https://hsprotection.net/2023-2/) - Holy cow, it’s 2023! At the height of Covid two years ago, who would have thought a locally-owned business like H&S Protection would not only navigate those troubled waters, but come out of that period stronger than ever? As we enter 2023, there are new goals and resolutions. But, if Covid has taught us anything,
- [Tim Connors Brings Strongman Skills to H&S Protection](https://hsprotection.net/tim-connors-brings-strongman-skills-to-hs-protection/) - You don’t need to be a Strongman competitor to work at H&S Protection. But it can help. Tim Connors knows. He joined H&S close to nine months ago, bringing his strength and skills to the security industry after 16 years as a landscape construction foreman. He decided to interview with H&S after seeing an online
- [Targeted Video](https://hsprotection.net/targeted-video/) - Retrieving video is faster, easier and smarter than it was just a few years ago. What does that mean for H&S customers? Simply put, it means using video surveillance to protect your premises is more effective than ever. And while leading-edge technology comes at a price, it may be exactly what you need for your
- [Antique and Consignment Stores](https://hsprotection.net/antique-and-consignment-stores/) - There are a lot of antique and consignment stores throughout Wisconsin. They present very specific challenges to owners when it comes to protecting their merchandise. As an owner, you may think putting in an alarm system protects you against break-ins. It does. You may also believe cameras protect you against shoplifters and employee theft. They
- [“Can-Do” Attitude Works Well for Kat Lindow at H&S](https://hsprotection.net/can-do-attitude-works-well-for-kat-lindow-at-hs/) - Kat Lindow has a “can-do” attitude that fits perfectly with H&S Protection. Before joining our team, she had been introduced to the H&S way of doing business when we came into service the cameras systems at her previous place of employment. “I knew that they were friendly people dedicated to doing their job well. After
- [Snow Be Gone](https://hsprotection.net/snow-be-gone/) - Is the snow gone yet? It is April in Wisconsin. So, the answer to that question is: “kinda, but not really, you never know.” It’s a weird month in our state. One day it’s 77 degrees and the next it’s 29. One day the wind is from the south at 17 mph and by the
- [Supermarket Security](https://hsprotection.net/supermarket-security/) - It probably doesn’t come as a surprise to you, but almost all supermarkets in Wisconsin have their share of security protection – cameras, sensors, access control. They monitor for inventory control, theft (internal and external) and damage to merchandise, among other things. Aldi, Piggly Wiggly, Sendik’s, Pick ‘N Save, Walmart, Metro Market, Meier’s, you name
- [Russell Zanow Wins WISA "Technician of the Year" Award](https://hsprotection.net/russell-zanow-wins-wisa-technician-of-the-year-award/) - Russell Zanow was recognized by the Wisconsin Security Association (WISA) as its “Technician of the Year.” Zanow, who has been with our team at H&S Protection for eight years, received the award at WISA’s annual ceremony recognizing excellence in the Wisconsin security industry last week in Pewaukee. Making the jump to H&S from working in
- [Alicia Jensen Wins “Toni” Award for Exceptional Service](https://hsprotection.net/alicia-jensen-wins-toni-award-for-exceptional-service/) - We recently honored Alicia Jensen with our annual “Toni” Award, which recognizes exceptional service by an H&S employee working with the community, co-workers and customers. It’s an award we’ve handed out to a selected member of our team for over 20 years. We believe it’s significant to keep those three pillars – customers, co-workers, community
- [Highway Cleanup 2023](https://hsprotection.net/highway-cleanup-2023/) - We recently completed our annual highway cleanup outside Stevens Point. H&S adopted a two-mile stretch of Rt. 66 between Stevens Point and Wisconsin Rapids 20 years ago. It may seem like a small thing, but it’s big to us. As a company focused on the communities we serve, we believe having roadways looking pristine and
- [Protect Those Golf Clubs](https://hsprotection.net/protect-those-golf-clubs/) - We heard this story recently about a friend of one of our employees who had his golf clubs (probably valued at $2,000+) stolen from his garage. As you might expect, his garage door was open. Our H&S self-evident tip of the week is to keep you garage door shut if you’re not around in your
- [Our Drivers, Your Safety](https://hsprotection.net/our-drivers-your-safety/) - For anyone seeking a security company to hire, you probably don’t think about the driving records of the individuals working at that company. You might look up reviews of the business on Google or talk to friends and closely examine the web site to make your decision on who you hire to service your home
- [What's in a Trade Show?](https://hsprotection.net/whats-in-a-trade-show/) - What’s in a trade show for you – our customers – when it comes to our participation? A lot. When you work with H&S Protection, you expect professionalism. You want the best and most up-to-date technology installed. Top-trained technicians are important to you. The Wisconsin Security Association (WISA) trade show held in Oconomowoc — which
- [Golf Course Destruction](https://hsprotection.net/golf-course-destruction/) - When you think about destruction of golf courses, you probably usually consider bad golfers hacking huge hunks of turf with their clubs, while their ball flies into the woods. There’s another destruction though – vandals who stupidly think it’s funny to drive their cars onto the course at night and spin their wheels to churn
- [Loss Prevention Continues in Aaron Akey's Career](https://hsprotection.net/loss-prevention-continues-in-aaron-akeys-career/) - Having worked in loss prevention in the retail arena for six years, when Aaron Akey joined H&S Protection he was able to continue down the path of helping to protect customers’ assets. Before joining H&S, Aaron’s job focused on catching shoplifters, investigating fraud and safety issues. He found out about H&S on an Indeed job
- [Ally Horgan Continues Family Tradition at H&S](https://hsprotection.net/ally-horgan-continues-family-tradition-at-hs/) - Ally Horgan followed in multiple family footsteps when she joined H&S Protection earlier this year. Her father, Mike, is the owner, and her brother David works in our Stevens Point office. Beyond that, the Horgan family has deeper roots, which include her grandpa Ed and great grandpa Dave. Ally joined the H&S team in our Pewaukee office
- [Your Home](https://hsprotection.net/your-home/) - Many of our posts cover our security offerings for business settings. H&S provides the technology, service and support for all your business needs. We would be remiss though if we didn’t remind current and potential customers that we also serve the homeowner market with the same focus, energy and products. Given our history of service
- [Telecomm Experience Proves Useful for Shan Gao at H&S](https://hsprotection.net/telecomm-experience-proves-useful-for-shan-gao-at-hs/) - Before joining H&S Protection, Shan Gao accumulated 15 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, excelling in data management, project management, and related functions. Currently, at H&S, Shan is responsible for operations data analysis and audit-related tasks. Shan initially started as an intern at H&S during her MBA program. After graduating, she seamlessly transitioned to
- [A Secure Holiday](https://hsprotection.net/a-secure-holiday/) - With Thanksgiving in the rearview mirror, we have the end-of-year holidays coming up, including Christmas and New Year’s. Many families travel during that time. Many businesses shut their doors to give employees extra vacation. That brings up the question of who’s minding the store while you’re away. Which brings up H&S Protection and the security
- [Great Run for H&S United Way Effort in 2023](https://hsprotection.net/great-run-for-hs-united-way-effort-in-2023/) - We had a great United Way effort this year at H&S Protection. It’s an important part of our community support on an annual basis. With offices in Stevens Point and Pewaukee , our contributions to the United Way support community-based initiatives in both areas. We’re proud to have supported the United Way for more than
- [Out of Season](https://hsprotection.net/out-of-season/) - The snow is coming (or already here depending on where you live in Wisconsin). That means snowmobiles humming, ice fishermen on the lakes, and skis (cross country and downhill) navigating the hilly terrain of our wonderful state. Winter businesses are open. Summer businesses are closed. The state park cabins, canoe and kayak rentals and resorts
- [Nick Schmitt Moves from Cable to Security](https://hsprotection.net/nick-schmitt-moves-from-cable-to-security/) - Moving from the cable industry to H&S Protection in our Pewaukee office last summer allowed Nick Schmitt to utilize similar skills as he shifted over to the security field. As a cable contractor with Deluca & Tobin, Nick was looking for new career opportunities when he heard about H&S on Indeed.com. In his cable position,
- [Warehouses Galore](https://hsprotection.net/warehouses-galore/) - If you drive into Wisconsin from Illinois on Interstate 94, you will see warehouses galore. Starting near the border and continuing through Kenosha towards Racine, you see larger and larger storage facilities housing goods from across the United States. That’s good business for Wisconsin. When it comes to security for these types of facilities, H&S
- [Leadership Changes at H&S](https://hsprotection.net/leadership-changes-at-hs/) - Over the years, we have featured employee profiles to introduce our people to our customers – give others a better feel for who we are. In the security industry, customers want to feel comfortable with people working in their homes and businesses, installing equipment and ensuring the site is safe after completion of the job.
- [Get it Right or Make it Right](https://hsprotection.net/get-it-right-or-make-it-right/) - Get it right the first time. That’s our motto. And in the rare cases when we don’t, then motto number two is “make it right.” Those are good values to live by in life and in business, and we work with our team to instill and support them. When a member of the H&S team
- [A Great Place to Work](https://hsprotection.net/a-great-place-to-work/) - For eight years now, we’ve been publishing profiles of our employees so current and future customers can put a face to a name and get a sense of who we are — our professional backgrounds, community involvement and family/personal interests. We believe this sets us apart by helping you make a fully-formed decision on selecting
- [Fantastic Customer Service the Calling Card for Heather White](https://hsprotection.net/fantastic-customer-service-the-calling-card-for-heather-white/) - You might say Heather White’s calling card is “fantastic customer service.” Having been in the customer service field previously, along with her current role at H&S Protection, she knows how to provide first-rate service when it comes to billing, customer inquiries and other administrative issues. White came to H&S in July 2023 after a previous
- [Locker Room Break-In](https://hsprotection.net/locker-room-break-in/) - This past week, two lockers were broken into at one of the Wisconsin Athletic Club’s (WAC) fitness facilities. The locker handles were yanked and ripped off the locks. The brazen thieves stole wallets and cell phones. We predict they won’t get far. While the WAC is not one of our clients, they do have strategically
- [Warming Up](https://hsprotection.net/warming-up/) - The weather is warming up in Wisconsin, and with it, residents’ love of the outdoors becomes more apparent. Swimming, boating, hiking, kayaking, canoeing, golfing all start picking up. In addition to sports and other activities, we see more and more outdoor dining taking place in the cities and towns we service. There has been a
- [Wiring Expertise Helps Josh White Carve a Niche at H&S](https://hsprotection.net/wiring-expertise-helps-josh-white-carve-a-niche-at-hs/) - Sometimes it takes a friend to help you find your next career step. Josh White found H&S Protection through David Horgan, and with previous wiring experience, has found a niche with H&S. “I’ve been aware of H&S for several years. I have been an acquaintance of David Horgan for many years and learned of the company
- [Industrial Parks](https://hsprotection.net/industrial-parks/) - If you’ve lived in Wisconsin for more than a few years, you likely know that our great state is a hub for small- and medium-sized manufacturers. They dot the state. Drive through any town with a population over 10,000 and you will find an industrial park filled with these types of facilities somewhere on the
- [Jonah Van Pietersom Brings Install Tech Experience to H&S](https://hsprotection.net/jonah-van-pietersom-brings-install-tech-experience-to-hs/) - Having previous experience as an install technician in the security industry helped Jonah Van Pietersom take the next step in his career when he joined H&S Protection seven months ago. Jonah had been working in the Stevens Point area for three years with another security company when David Horgan reached out to him to see
- [More Golf](https://hsprotection.net/more-golf/) - There’s golf, and there’s more golf. Actually, we’ve written about security coverage in the past for golf maintenance shops and the course itself. But, we didn’t touch base on the golf pro shop. We figured we should drop a few tips for that area as well. The pro shop at most golf courses includes a

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## Google Reviews

- [Hailey C.](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/hailey-c/) - Ive had nothing but an amazing experience with H&S. They respond faster than I expect,professional, efficient, and super friendly!! I would (and do recommend) this company. I've had zero problems with invoices, installation, equipment, etc. From one small business to another, they are amazing!!
- [Terry L.](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/terry-l/) - Noah was very helpful explaining the system best suited for our business with expansion options for the future. Installation was seamless. Would recommend.
- [William K.](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/william-k/) - We have had four cameras installed around our bar, and have to say, very happy! The install crew did a great job even with us being open at time of install. Very clean and professional. Could not be happier with the entire platform.
- [Doug P.](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/doug-p/) - The H&S Team were all awesome!! Great communication and the installation went really well. I highly recommend this company!!
- [Mark V.](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/mark-v/) - Ally was very thorough and responsive during the whole process, and the install Team had our new business security & camera system operating the same day. Calls to Customer Service have reached a live person for immediate assistance/resolution. Great job everyone!
- [Keith Stephany](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/keith-stephany/) - Excellent service! Quick to respond to any questions. Highly recommend.
- [Darren Woods](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/darren-woods/) - I've used this place for years. I wouldn't dare try any place new because these guys they are professional, they are knowledgeable and they're just playing awesome. Sam came out today set up some new cameras and add it some sensors he got everything working he was pleasant and professional through and through. I'd recommend
- [Anna R.](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/anna-r/) - Excellent Company to work with for security and service. Not put on hold and a real person answers their phones. Nice systems that work well remotely with app and cover all areas and needs. Highly recommend.
- [Sonja Gage](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/sonja-gage/) - I had a security system installed by H&S. They were accommodating of my schedule for the install and prepped things ahead of time to allow for the timing as well as sending a second tech. Everyone from the installers to Ally the salesperson were knowledgeable, kind and polite. I haven’t had any problems with the
- [Thomas Kassouf](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/thomas-kassouf/) - The H&S team is now extending their installation to a third onsite location, integrating everything into a partioned, easy to monitor system. Their sales representative was deeply knowledgeable technically and took the time to carefully review options and when asked, make sound recommendations. The installation team worked well with our general contractor, and electrical subs
- [Jim Stormoen](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/jim-stormoen/) - We have been using H&S for a number of years and have had a tremendous experience. The team and especially Danny have ensured that any and all new projects are run with great communication and efficiency. Looking forward to years more of our relationship.
- [Steny's Tavern Lake Country](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/stenys-tavern-lake-country/) - H&S Protection has been nothing short of wonderful to work with. We use them for our downtown location and just had our installation a few weeks ago for our new location in Pewaukee. The consultation walk through and install was a breeze. The customer service from the install team and call center is truly top
- [Tara Manzke](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/tara-manzke/) - Amazing services & a truly wonderful staff! I would highly recommend this company for anything security-related for your home or business!!
- [Tony A.](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/tony-a/) - Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a security system. They were great with communication and answering any questions we had. Installation was quick and painless. Great company!!
- [Todd Whelihan](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/todd-whelihan/) - We have H&S security at the shop. The pictures and video are crystal clear! VERY easy to operate. ( and I can barely turn on the computer ). They are a pleasure to work with and are very helpful if I run into something I'm not familiar with. Installation was seamless!
- [Zach Rozenboom](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/zach-rozenboom/) - H&S has been great to work with. Integrations with multiple systems has been a breeze. Installations and support have all been second to none, and Matt has been an absolute pleasure to work with!
- [Rhonda Melby](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/rhonda-melby/) - Our child care center is utilizing H&S Protection for our security monitoring of our building. We are so happy with the customer service interactions that we have. H&S is prompt and helpful every time we reach out to them!
- [Char Andreachi](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/char-andreachi/) - I chose this security system because it was cost effective for my shop, The Knot Haus Gift Gallery, in Tomahawk. I was amazing at the quick and easy installation, and the easy use as I am not technically savvy. Thank you for a great experience.
- [Miledys Benavidez-Carrillo](https://hsprotection.net/google-review/miledys-benavidez-carrillo/) - H&S installed the security system of our restaurant since 2019 and has been taking care of it since then. Everything works great and it give us a piece of mind knowing we have it. If any problem arise they are quick to come and take care of it. I highly recommend this company.