Leadership Changes at H&S

Over the years, we have featured employee profiles…

Warehouses Galore

If you drive into Wisconsin from Illinois on Interstate…

Nick Schmitt Moves from Cable to Security

Moving from the cable industry to H&S Protection…

Out of Season

The snow is coming (or already here depending on…

Great Run for H&S United Way Effort in 2023

We had a great United Way effort this year at H&S…

A Secure Holiday

With Thanksgiving in the rearview mirror, we have…

Telecomm Experience Proves Useful for Shan Gao at H&S

Before joining H&S Protection, Shan Gao accumulated…

Your Home

Many of our posts cover our security offerings for…

Ally Horgan Continues Family Tradition at H&S

Ally Horgan followed in multiple family footsteps…

Loss Prevention Continues in Aaron Akey’s Career

Having worked in loss prevention in the retail arena…

Golf Course Destruction

When you think about destruction of golf courses,…

What’s in a Trade Show?

What’s in a trade show for you – our customers…

Our Drivers, Your Safety

For anyone seeking a security company to hire, you…

Protect Those Golf Clubs

We heard this story recently about a friend of one…

Highway Cleanup 2023

We recently completed our annual highway cleanup…

Alicia Jensen Wins “Toni” Award for Exceptional Service

We recently honored Alicia Jensen with our annual…

Russell Zanow Wins WISA “Technician of the Year” Award

Russell Zanow was recognized by the Wisconsin Security…

Supermarket Security

It probably doesn’t come as a surprise to you,…

Snow Be Gone

Is the snow gone yet? It is April in Wisconsin. So,…

“Can-Do” Attitude Works Well for Kat Lindow at H&S

Kat Lindow has a “can-do” attitude that fits…

Antique and Consignment Stores

There are a lot of antique and consignment stores…

Targeted Video

Retrieving video is faster, easier and smarter than…

Tim Connors Brings Strongman Skills to H&S Protection

You don’t need to be a Strongman competitor to…

2023

Holy cow, it’s 2023! At the height of Covid two…

Plunge Into Security Brings Lance Schreiber to H&S Protection

Lance Schreiber joined H&S Protection about a…

H&S Co-Owner Steve Garritson Retires after 43 Years in Security Industry

Steve Garritson is leaving the security industry…

Remote Camera Views

Customers who purchase a video security system  understand…

Why Wisconsin’s WISA?

We’ve been a longstanding member of the Wisconsin…

How to “See” Security

It’s a bit odd wondering how people “see” security.…

Catalytic Converter Thefts

Catalytic converter (CC) thefts have received a lot…

What’s Changing?

Like other industries, the electronic security business…

82 Cameras, 102 Dock Doors — H&S has it Covered

Installing 82 cameras at an industrial facility sounds…

Lonnie Miescke Retires After 22 Years with H&S Protection

We knew it had to come. It happens with everyone…

Focus and Source Like Crazy!

Unless you’re doing an imitation of an ostrich…

Demo This!

Think about this: having a system to train your security…

H&S Alarm Alerts Waukesha Police

Thankfully, H&S doesn’t have to contact police…

Hardware Experience Helps Alicia Jensen at H&S

Moving from a big box hardware store to H&S Protection,…

Birds Chirping

The birds are chirping in Wisconsin. It’s that time…

When the Bills Don’t Get Paid

If you are a manufacturer or distributor (or any business…

Protecting Churches

Protecting Churches When we recently finished a camera…

Laundromat Cameras

Laundromat Cameras There are many businesses where automated…

Injecting Youth and New Positions into H&S Protection

Injecting Youth and New Positions into H&S Protection When…

H&S Protection Works Full-Time for Adam Douglas

H&S Protection Works Full-Time for Adam Douglas H&S Protection…

New Operations Manager Ben Garritson

New Operations Manager Ben Garritson This past August, Ben…

Fire Protection and Military Service Help Mike Sturbaum at H&S

Mike Sturbaum Sr.’s experience in fire protection and…

Lonnie Miescke Honored by WISA for 40 Years of Excellence

When H&S Protection Co-Owner Steve Garritson first met Lonnie…

Limiting Entrance and Exit Points

Limiting entrance and exit points to your business are part of…

Catching Up

It’s good to catch up with friends and colleagues. Sometimes…

Intrusion Booklet for Dummies

We don’t have an “Intrusion Booklet for Dummies.” There…

Easier Targets

Multiple studies over the years from law enforcement demonstrate…

Rural Doesn’t Always Mean Safer

Our Stevens Point and Pewaukee offices serve rural parts of Wisconsin.…

Lighting as a Deterrent

As  you head out for summer vacation this year, remember to…

Camera Angles Critical

We know security camera angles are critical. Knowing the “hot…

Calling an Audible

In football, the quarterback may “call an audible.” When…

When You Need and Update or Upgrade

Do you need an update or upgrade to your current security system?…

When Your State Association Applauds You

When your state association recognizes you repeatedly over the…

Upfront Timing on Your Home Build, Part II

(Editor’s note: This is the second in a two-part series on…

United Way – Special Service Award

H&S Protection was honored recently by the Portage County, WI United Way...

“Timing is Everything”

(Editor’s note: This is the first in a two-part…

Just Walking Through

When you  work with our  staff to go over your…

Simple Fix for Roomba

Don’t you love it when you find a simple fix…

Newspaper Tossed Over the Fence

What would you do if someone kept tossing newspapers…

A Special Thanks to Our Customers in 2020

We want to give our customers a special thank…

Covid and Conscious Protections from H&S Protection

We’re in the business of protection here at…

Video Surveillance Trends in the U.S.

Most citizens of Wisconsin probably recognize…

Can Burglar Alarms Go Touchless?

There’s a lot going on these days as Covid…

Steve Garritson Receives Industry “Bill Cooper” Award

Honest communication, respectful dialogue, articulating…

H&S Protection Honored as Wisconsin’s Security Dealer of the Year

The Wisconsin Security Association (WISA) recently…

Monitoring an Area of Refuge

With the advent of Covid, there are multiple security…

Mitchell Wilson Keeping on His Toes

Mitchell Wilson is keeping on his toes. He likes…

It’s Not a Spaceship

Video analytics are here. With our alarm.com app,…

Going to Town on the Project is Jordan Brenner’s Motto

Jordan Brenner gets back to customers as quickly…

Summer Homes

It’s that time of year where a lot of Wisconsin…

Seeing New Places Part of the Job for John Jastroch

When John Jastroch joined H&S Protection, he…

Security Standards in Wisconsin

Over the years, we’ve been a proud member of the…

Meeting H&S Face-to-Face

Leaving aside COVID-19 and the current restrictions…

We Can Hear You

Dave Kwasinski recently received a referral from…

Nicole Jacobitz Brings Together Roller Derby and Security

A special message from H&S Protection Co Who…

We’re There Even When You’re Not

A special message from H&S Protection Co-Owners…

Lindsay Sarozek: Keeping Customers Happy

Lindsay Sarozek likes to keep customers happy. She…

Not Your Father’s Security System

H&S Protection doesn’t install your father’s…

From Beef Deboner to Security System Installer: Russ Zanow

There are probably only a handful of people in the…

The Unexpected

Don’t expect a hard sell when one of our H&S…

Surmounting Access Control Obstacles — Part II

(Editor’s note: This is the second in our two-part…

Little Things Add Up to get Access Control Right — Part I

(Editor’s note: This is the first in a two-part series…

The 3G to 4G Upgrade

For the layperson, understanding the upgrade of our…

Combining the Mental and Physical a Good Fit for Danny Greco

Danny Greco knows the best job for him is when he works…

Bar Cameras — Part III (The Hardware Store)

(Editor’s note: This is Part III and the conclusion…

Bar Cameras — Part II

(Editor’s note: This is Part II in a series from…

Bar Cameras — Part I

(Editor’s note: This is Part I in a series from H&S…

Friendship Leads Walker Mence to H&S

Friendship led Walker Mence to H&S Protection.…

Cleaning Up

Cleaning up is a big deal. We know how we personally…

Making a Positive Impact on the Lives of Others: Cindy Malcolm

Cindy Malcolm appreciates making a positive impact…

Ops

If you look for a home or business security services…

Our Highway Cleanup Crew

Late last month, H&S employees completed our annual…

Ben Garritson Wins Wisconsin’s “Technician of the Year” Award

At the Wisconsin Electronic Security Association’s…

H&S System Helps Prevent Theft at Indoor Shooting Range

An indoor shooting range in Mequon, WI, remains open to…

Simplify Your Access Control

If you own or manage a beer brewing business, we have new…

Peterson Heads from Florida to Central Wisconsin to Join H&S

Originally from Central Wisconsin, Ross Peterson lived…

Security at the Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee

The Democratic National Convention is coming to Milwaukee…

Idle Time Not for Dan Kolbeck

Idle time is not for Dan Kolbeck. Whether he’s out on…

Snow, Ice, Wind, Rain

We’ve gotten it all in Wisconsin the past few weeks.…

Firefighting Leads to Fire Protection for Ben Garritson

Firefighting led Ben Garritson to fire protection, and…

The Fourth Generation

David Horgan has been familiar with the security industry…

Casey Gamel Harding Brings Design Experience to All Security Installations

Casey Gamel Harding knows what she’s doing at a security…

Security System Thwarts Allenton, WI Break-In

Small business owners face many challenges, but few can…

Foxconn and H&S Protection in SE Wisconsin

If you live, work or play in southeast Wisconsin, you know about…

Jeans and Cowboy Boots Leads to Career at H&S

Dennis McNamara walked into Ed Horgan’s office over 30 years…

Slamka Brings Craftsmanship to H&S

Greg Slamka brings craftsmanship to H&S Protection. Though…

Another “Cool” Frontier

We’re entering another cool frontier here at H&S Protection.…

A Heart to Help Others in H&S’s Nancy DeSandre

When Nancy DeSandre lost her job in 2013, she began looking…

H&S Sales Team Transitions as Two Retire

Several weeks back, two of our longer tenured H&S employees…

H&S Completes Annual Road Pickup

Recently, H&S Protection completed our annual road pickup…

Family Business the Way to Go for Kelly Ransbottom

Working in a family business is the way to go for Kelly Ransbottom.…

Guns and Ammo

Most retails stores that sell guns and ammunition have security…

Restaurant Experience

If you go into a restaurant, you’re looking for a good experience…

Oh, the Places We Go…..

Every security company has a territory. H&S Protection serves…

Grandmother Connection Lands Josh Miller at H&S

Sometimes it’s a person you’d least expect who lands you…

Steve Garritson Covers it All in 39 Years

Steve Garritson has seen a lot in his 39 years working in the…

Walking Through

When you want to hire a security company, do you want them to…

The Offer Mike Horgan Couldn’t Refuse

It wasn’t “The Godfather” movie, but Mike Horgan knew…

One BIG Reason Not to Self-Install Your Security System

There are a lot of reasons NOT to self-install a security system…

Meet Our People on the New H&S Protection Web Site

In today’s electronically connected world, we don’t always…

Being Active on the Job Suits Jaken Bruckbauer Just Fine

Being active on the job suits Jaken Bruckbauer just fine. He…

Security at your Place of Worship not just about Active Shooters

Security at your place of worship is not just about active shooters.…

Why Choose a Professional?

In the H&S Protection world of access control technology,…

Fun and Games with H&S’s Mike Solomon

If you don’t happen to know H&S Protection’s Mike Solomon,…

H&S Protection Helping with Financial Literacy

For many years, H&S Protection’s Stevens Point, WI office…

“Find a Problem and Solve it” — that’s H&S’s Jeff Lukasavige

Jeff Lukasavige likes finding problems. Then he enjoys solving…

Saved by an H&S System

We keep a bulletin board posted with notes when one of our customers…

“Never a Dull Moment”

Life in the security industry for H&S Protection’s Lonnie…

“Learning New Things on the Job”: H&S’s Greta Terrill

Greta Terrill is constantly learning new things on her job. It’s…

50-Year Industry Veteran Jim Kurtz

When you look at Jim Kurtz’s career at H&S Protection,…

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)…

Harvey Churkey’s 42-Year Journey at H&S

You don’t meet many people these days who’ve been with one…

Ryan Ramczyk’s Pee Wee Football Years

Ryan Ramczyk stands 6’6” and weighs 311 pounds. He just got…

Matt Hills Finds “Perfect Fit” at H&S Protection

Matt Hills found his perfect fit at H&S Protection. As an…

The Zen Zones of Matt Ballantyne

Matt Ballantyne comes to H&S Protection as a master of two…

H&S Snapshot Helps in Capture of Waukesha Bank Robber

A snapshot of an H&S Protection video clip helped lead to…
commercial security systems

Bank Robbery Shows Importance of Digital Cameras

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No one wants to see crime. But sometimes good things result from…

Why We Train

Professional sports officials, like those officiating the NFL…

Ensure Your Connectivity

Ensure data connectivity so your security system delivers its…

Vet and Animal Hospital Protection

If you are a veterinarian or work at an animal hospital, you…

Vet and Animal Protection

If you are a veterinarian or work at an animal hospital, you…

Don’t Buy Cheap

Everyone wants to get a good deal when they make a purchase.…

When Crime Happens Elsewhere

The tendency of most people is to breathe a bit more easily when…

Dave Simon Joins H&S in Pewaukee Office

We’re pleased to announce Dave Simon has joined our H&S…

Is a Security Camera Right for You?

There are very specific reasons you may want to consider a security…

Adding Remote Interactive Features to Your Existing System

As the world changes, H&S adapts to those changes to ensure…

Cut the Cord on Your Landline

Customers across the United States are cutting the cord to their…

Sensitive Areas Within Office Buildings — Part II

(Editor’s note: This is Part II and our concluding blog from…

With Protection, There is a Cost – Part I

  (Editor’s note: This is the first in a two-part series…

What Can We Do Differently In 2016?

As a new year unfolds, many people set goals and resolutions…

State of the Packers

Last week we had the opportunity and pleasure to visit Lambeau…

Your Alarm System Communicating to the Monitoring Center

For the uninitiated, when you purchase an alarm system, one of…

Security — A Wise Investment

We believe security is a wise investment. Not every home or…

Increasing Reach for Our Customers

(Editor’s Note: This is Part III in a series on the history…

“Mirroring the Service You Expect” a Hallmark of H&S, Sentra

(Editor’s Note: This is the second in a series on the origins…

From Fire Extinguishers to Full Security Service: H&S 1959-2015

(Editor’s Note: This is the first in a short series on the…

Changing Security Needs of Banks

Every customer is different. Even though we serve many different…

Gasoline Fire Caught by H&S Video

There are many reasons to install video security cameras in your…

Welcome to H&S Protection

Welcome to our H&S Protection blog. We’re glad you found…