Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Security Partner in Fresno
Turner Security Systems has been a trusted name in security services since 1970, founded by Don Turner as a private investigation company before evolving into a full-service security provider. Our deep-rooted relationship with the Fresno Police Department has allowed us to develop innovative solutions that benefit both our clients and the community. With over 50 patrol vehicles and 300 trained security officers, we offer 24/7 alarm monitoring, standing guard services, and vehicle patrol solutions tailored to residential and commercial needs.Our state-of-the-art monitoring center, established in 2000, ensures rapid response times and minimal false alarms through advanced video analytics and GPS technology. As a family-owned business led by CEO John Turner, we combine decades of experience with a commitment to community safety, having supported initiatives like Valley Crime Stoppers. Our team prioritizes customer satisfaction through personalized consultations, ongoing training for security personnel, and a focus on preventing crime before it occurs.
Services
Alarm Systems
Standing Guards
Vehicle Patrol
Security Monitoring
CCTV Systems
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of security expertise with local Fresno roots since 1970
- Our 50-vehicle fleet enables fastest response times in the Central Valley
- 24/7 live dispatchers monitor alarms through our proprietary local system
- Security guards undergo rigorous FBI/DOJ background checks and ongoing training
- We maintain a unique partnership with Fresno Police Department for enhanced security
Services
Alarm Systems
Our monitored alarm systems protect homes and businesses with burglar, fire, and environmental monitoring. Systems include panic buttons, CCTV integration, and mobile alerts. Commercial solutions feature access control and temperature monitoring for diverse industries.
Vehicle Patrol
50+ patrol vehicles provide visible security for commercial properties, apartment complexes, and events. Our GPS-tracked units offer cost-effective protection with random inspection schedules and immediate response capabilities across the Central Valley.
Standing Guards
Trained guards serve as crime deterrents and on-site responders for businesses and events. All personnel undergo FBI/DOJ background checks and receive ongoing training in safety protocols and emergency response procedures.
Security Monitoring
24/7 local monitoring center staffed by professionals who verify alarms through video analytics and dispatch patrols. Services include fire system monitoring, panic button alerts, and real-time mobile notifications for residential and commercial clients.
CCTV Systems
Advanced surveillance systems with real-time monitoring and analytics. Commercial installations include perimeter protection and activity reporting. Residential systems integrate with alarm networks for comprehensive home security solutions.
People
John Turner
CEO
John Turner leads Turner Security Systems with 35+ years of experience since joining in 1989. A Fresno State criminology graduate, he expanded the company from 1 vehicle to 50 patrol units while maintaining community partnerships like Valley Crime Stoppers.
Questions
What security services do you offer for businesses?
We provide alarm systems, 24/7 monitoring, vehicle patrol, standing guards, and CCTV solutions for commercial properties including fire protection, access control, and environmental monitoring.
How quickly do you respond to alarms?
Local monitoring combined with our 50-vehicle fleet allows fastest response times, often arriving before police due to our direct partnership with Fresno PD and real-time GPS tracking.
Are your security guards trained?
All guards undergo FBI/DOJ background checks and receive ongoing training in safety protocols, emergency response, and customer service throughout their careers with us.
Do you serve residential properties?
Yes, we offer home security systems with 24/7 monitoring, burglar alarms, fire detection, medical alerts, and mobile app control through our local monitoring center in Fresno.
How do you reduce false alarms?
Our video analytics technology filters non-threat movements while trained dispatchers verify incidents through mobile alerts and patrol vehicle confirmation before contacting authorities.
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