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Commercial Security Systems & Fire Protection for South Florida Businesses

From NFPA 72-compliant fire alarms to access control, intrusion detection, and CCTV — every system is engineered to your building, your code requirements, and your insurance standards, and backed by 24/7 UL-listed monitoring from our Stuart headquarters.

24/7 UL-listed central station monitoring — not a national call center
NFPA 72 & Florida Fire Prevention Code compliance, with digital BuildingReports
Licensed: FL EF20000681 · FL FPC24-000188 · GA LVU40584
Serving Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River, Okeechobee, Brevard & N. Palm Beach
One vendor for fire, security, sprinkler, and elevator compliance
Free on-site security assessment

What does a commercial security system include?

A complete commercial security system combines intrusion detection, video surveillance, access control, and professional monitoring into one managed platform. Because Group One installs and services all of it under one roof, there's one number to call, one inspection schedule, and one system that actually works together — instead of three vendors pointing at each other.

Intrusion Detection

Commercial-grade sensors and perimeter protection.

Video Surveillance

HD cameras with remote viewing and storage.

Access Control

Key card, fob, and keypad entry management.

Professional Monitoring

24/7 UL-listed central-station dispatch.

Fire & Life Safety

Commercial fire protection services

Florida requires most commercial fire alarms inspected annually under NFPA 72, and most sprinkler systems quarterly with a full test at five years. Group One handles the entire fire side of your building.

Commercial Fire Alarm SystemsDesign, installation & UL-listed monitoring for new construction, retrofits, and panel upgrades. Fire Alarm Inspection & TestingAnnual NFPA 72 inspections with same-day digital reports your AHJ and insurer accept. Fire Sprinkler Inspection & TestingQuarterly, annual, and 5-year inspections, flow tests, and fire pump testing. Backflow Testing & CertificationAnnual certification filed with your water authority. Code Compliance InspectionsStay ahead of AHJ citations and insurance audits.
Security

Commercial security services

Burglar & Intrusion AlarmsCommercial-grade intrusion detection with instant central-station dispatch. Access ControlKey card, fob, and keypad entry for offices, HOAs, medical facilities, and campuses. CCTV & Video SurveillanceScalable camera systems with remote viewing and cloud or local storage. Commercial Alarm Monitoring24/7 UL-listed monitoring for fire and intrusion signals. Elevator MonitoringASME A17.1-compliant emergency phone monitoring. System MaintenancePreventive maintenance so systems pass inspection the first time.
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the most reliable security system for a small business?

The most reliable small business security system pairs commercial-grade intrusion alarms with video surveillance and UL-listed professional monitoring. Retail DIY kits fail at the monitoring step — a phone notification is not a dispatched response. Group One systems are installed by licensed technicians and monitored 24/7, with dispatch to local first responders.

How often does Florida require commercial fire alarm inspections?

Florida fire code (NFPA 72) requires annual inspection of most commercial fire alarm systems by a licensed professional; healthcare and high-occupancy buildings may require quarterly or monthly testing. We put every client on a compliance calendar so deadlines are never missed.

Can Group One take over a system another company installed?

Yes — we monitor, service, and upgrade most existing commercial fire and security systems without ripping out working equipment. Most takeovers complete within days and reduce monitoring costs.

Do you handle both the fire and security side of a building?

Yes. Group One is licensed for both fire protection (FL FPC24-000188) and alarm systems (FL EF20000681) — one vendor, one inspection schedule, and one accountable point of contact for your entire life safety and security footprint.

Property Managers

One local partner for every building you manage

Property managers and multi-site owners across Stuart, Port St. Lucie, Fort Pierce, Vero Beach, Melbourne, and Palm Beach Gardens use Group One as a single vendor for fire and security compliance. Forty years of relationships with local AHJs and fire marshals means inspections get scheduled, reports get accepted, and citations get resolved — without the runaround of a national provider's ticket queue.

★★★★★

"I was having trouble getting a response from other fire alarm companies for work at my office, but Hilary and the gang at Group One were responsive, quick, and professional."

Howard · Commercial client

Get a free commercial security assessment

Tell us about your building and we'll walk it with you — fire, security, access, and compliance in one visit, with a clear written proposal. Serving South Florida businesses from Stuart since 1984.

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