At Trusted Saskatoon, we have the privilege of working with some of the most committed and community-minded businesses in our city. Today, we are thrilled to recognize and celebrate one of our longest-standing partners Reed Security on their incredible 25th anniversary!

Since 2011, Reed Security has been our Trusted Saskatoon alarm and security expert, and we are proud to have them in our community. Their commitment to excellence, innovation, and integrity has set them apart as a local leader in the security industry—and it’s no wonder they’ve become a household name across Saskatoon and beyond.

Our owner, Sara, first met Virgil Reed way back in 2006 at a local networking group. At the time, Virgil was busy building what was then a young and ambitious security company. It’s been inspiring to watch Reed Security grow from those early days into a nationally recognized brand that now protects over 8,000 homes and businesses.

From the beginning, Reed Security has operated with a clear set of values: Trust, Loyalty, Care, and Effort. These values are more than words—they’re visible in every aspect of their service. Whether it’s delivering cutting-edge security technology, supporting local charities and sports teams, or launching a grant program to provide free security equipment to those in need, Reed has consistently gone above and beyond.

Their accomplishments speak volumes. Over the years, Reed Security has earned over 20 award recognitions for excellence in customer service, management quality, and marketing. Just as importantly, they’ve earned the respect and trust of the community they serve.

This year, they’re marking their milestone with a community celebration, and they invite you to join in on the fun! Reed Security’s 25th Birthday Party is taking place on May 25, 2025, at Gather Local Market in Saskatoon. From 11:25 am to 4:25 pm, expect a day full of family-friendly entertainment—bounce houses, face painting, balloon animals, music, food, games, and prizes. And no, you don’t have to be a Reed client to attend—it’s a celebration for everyone!

If you haven’t already, be sure to register here:

https://www.reedsecurity.com/birthday.aspx

Congratulations to Virgil and the entire Reed Security team on 25 years of success, service, and making our communities safer. We are so grateful to promote and partner with you at Trusted Saskatoon, and we can’t wait to see what the next 25 years bring.

Here’s to many more years of safety, success, and innovation—Trust Reed!

Reed Security believes when you become a client you will be entering into a relationship – one they want to grow and become long term... they work hard to meet all your Saskatoon Alarm & security needs from day one! Reed Security are Trusted Saskatoon Alarm and Security Experts. 

Trusted Saskatoon Security Experts REED Security Talk Doorbell Security Cameras

See and Hear Visitors at Your Front Door

Because these doorbell cameras are fully integrated into your smart home security system, they're powered by Alarm.com and able to cooperate with other devices. That gives you and your family more ways to incorporate your doorbell camera into your everyday life. 

Answer Your Door From Anywhere

A ReedHD™ Doorbell Camera gives you a safe, smart way to see who's at the door, no matter where you are. When a visitor rings the doorbell, you get an Alarm.com smartphone alert. Open your Alarm.com app and you'll see a video feed of who's there, with a microphone icon that you can press to start a voice conversation through the doorbell.

Although you can see your visitor, they can't see you, and you don't need to indicate whether you're home or not. Given that burglars often ring a home's doorbell before a break-in, this makes your video doorbell a great crime deterrent.

Protect a Package from Thieves

With a smart lock included in your Alarm.com-powered setup, you can go a step further and unlock your door remotely. This is great for protecting valuable deliveries that would otherwise be left on your porch.

If you have a smart lock, you'll see an ‘unlock' icon in your app underneath your doorbell's video feed. Once you've verified the delivery person visually, tap once to unlock your door and ask them to leave the package inside. When they're done, use your app to lock your door and watch them leave.

See and Share Suspicious Activity.

A ReedHD™ Doorbell Camera is also a full smart home security camera, ready to capture and send you footage of suspicious activity in your front yard or porch area. 

A visitor to your porch will trigger a motion-activated video recording, even if they don't press the doorbell. You can have these clips delivered to your phone right away, where they're easy to download and forward to your partner, neighbours or local police department.

Keep Up With Your Kids

Crooks and intruders aside, most activity at your front door is ‘good' activity: friends visiting and family arriving home. Reed makes it easy to keep up. It's easy to create a custom doorbell camera alert, triggered by your kids' Alarm.com user codes, that sends you a video clip of your kids arriving home every day. It's a great way to make sure they're home safe and know who they're with. Once the kids know they're on camera, they might even give you a wave. 

PS: It's Also a Doorbell

Sometimes, you just need a doorbell. You'll be pleased to hear that a ReedHD™ Doorbell Camera goes above and beyond, with both an audible chime and a special ‘Do Not Disturb' option that parents of young children will love. Instead of waking a napping youngster with an audible chime when pushed, your video doorbell will simply trigger a silent smartphone alert that only disturbs you.

Is it Time For You To Upgrade to a ReedHD™ Doorbell Camera?

If you already have an Alarm.com-powered smart home security system, Reed Security can quickly upgrade you with a doorbell camera or other smart devices, including indoor and outdoor video cameras, smart locks and even a smart thermostat.

Contact Virgil Reed and his team at Reed Security today - they are your Trusted SASKATOON ALARM & SECURITY experts!

When you become a Reed Security client you will be entering into a relationship - one they want to grow and become long-term. Installing a security system will decrease the odds of having a break-in by nearly 400%. 

Reed Security is a Multi SABEX AWARD WINNING company and they are TRUSTED SASKATOON ALARM & SECURITY EXPERTS

Reed Security Top Security  Tips

All About Theft:

• 66% of break-in's are forced entry and forced entry attempts
• 34% of break-ins are an unlawful entry (without force)
• In 2015, Saskatchewan had 9407 break-in's (180/week) and Alberta had 27,517 break-in's (529/week)
• Break-ins occur in all areas of the City - not just the "bad areas"
• Most Home break-ins occur when you are at work or travelling (daytime)
• Most Business break-ins occur when you are at home (evening and weekends)
• Cabin's and Lake properties are especially attractive
• 98% of break-ins occur through main floor doors and windows (often unlocked)
• Thieves target the Master Bedroom

Thieves steal:

• Cash and Credit Cards
• Jewelry
• Designer clothes and sunglasses
• Electronics such as TV's, Stereos, Computers, Video Game systems, Smartphones and Tablets
• Tools
• Sporting Goods
• Cars and Trucks or the contents in them
• Building Materials
• Alcohol and Prescription drugs
• Your Identity

How to Prevent Theft

Use Common Sense!

• If you lose a key, get the locks changed.
• Ask all strangers for identification.
• Never hide an extra key outdoor - especially underneath a mat or on top of a light fixture. This is the first place the bad guys look. Leave an extra house key with a friend or a neighbour.
• DO NOT advertise on Facebook or other social media that you are on vacation.
• For insurance purposes take photos of the contents of your home.
• Keep all receipts in a safe and easy to find location.
• Write down the model and the serial number of all electronics.
• Make it Difficult
• Door chains are easy to bypass. Install deadbolts.
• Install a stopper or stick on all sliding doors and windows.
• Install window bars on all basement windows.
• Make sure all doors and windows are properly locked.
• Keep your premises well lit at night.
• Install timers that turn lights on at different times. This gives the appearance that someone is home.

Install a monitored Home Security system and you are 400% less likely to have a break-in.

You will receive up to 25% insurance discount. and optional ALARM.COM with automatic lights.

In case you do have a break-in:

If it looks like a door or window was forced open, DO NOT go inside. The burglar may still be on site.

Call the Police from your cellular phone or from a neighbour's house and wait.

Installing a security system will decrease the odds of having a break-in by nearly 400%. There are a few more things you can do to keep the odds in your favor, and they offer these security tips to their clients. Reed Security are a Multi SABEX AWARD WINNING company and they are your TRUSTED SASKATOON ALARM & SECURITY EXPERTS TOP 25 COOL SECURITY SOLUTIONS IN VEGAS 2017

Every year we head to Vegas to attend ISCWest. With 1000 exhibitors and 30,000 security geeks it's the largest Security Expo in North America.

The near future is all about smart security cameras and video management software with Artificial Intelligence (AI). It's getting close to what you see on TV shows like CSI. One example is Face Appearance Search by Avigilon. The software is so smart it can quickly search for the Face of a Person at a site. In the example below the Avigilon representative chooses a thumbnail image of the person he wants to find and the recorded video with the persons face displays immediately. If you look closely, the person he is looking for is on the far right and has an identification box. This is ideal for high traffic locations such as schools, airports, hospitals, government and office buildings.