Strip malls are everywhere—in small towns and big cities. Their convenience attracts customers, but ease of access produces a whole set of security concerns—vandalism, loitering, assault, robbery. It’s in the best interest of retail mall owners to provide a security guard presence. Customers who don’t feel safe will find somewhere else to shop. Tenants want to have a sense of security every time they come to work. If they don’t, they’ll find another location to do business.

Creating A Security Plan. While strip malls have many similar qualities (parking often in front, stores facing the street), each is unique. If the mall contains a store that sells liquor, there may be problems with shoplifting and loitering. If the mall contains a restaurant that remains open late into the evening, intoxication issues may occur. Jewelry stores may attract burglars. Location is also an important factor. High levels of crime around the strip mall will impact security needs at the mall. Experienced strip mail security guard companies such as Access Control Security can provide you with a specific security plan for your location.

Strip Mall Security Guards. A security guard presence can deter illegal activity. Security guards for strip malls must walk a fine line—they must present a strong sense of security for customers and store workers but also be courteous and professional.

Strip mail security guard services often entail guards are stationed at store entrances; they patrol parking lots, alleyways, garbage bin locations and the mall perimeter.

Security Surveillance Cameras. Continually monitored feeds from mall security cameras enable dispatch personnel to quickly alert onsite security that an issue is in progress. Instant communication is vital. Unmonitored security cameras can only capture an incident for later viewing—long after the criminal has left the scene.

Security Lighting. Inexpensive crime deterrents are motion sensor security cameras. A dimly lit mall is a welcome sign for criminals. A well-lit back alley can be enough to scare a would-be tagger away; well-lit parking lots and mounted, visible security cameras will make criminals think twice before breaking into a vehicle or robbing a customer.

Criminal activity at your retail strip mall can hurt your bottom line—fewer customers, tenants leaving, higher insurance premiums and mounting repair costs. A strong security plan can help.

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