Security System FAQs

We are based in Paisley and cover Renfrewshire, Glasgow and the surrounding areas, including Renfrew, Johnstone, Linwood, Erskine, Bishopton, Houston, Bridge of Weir, Kilbarchan, Clydebank, Bearsden, Milngavie, Hillington, East Kilbride, Newton Mearns, Barrhead, Neilston, Giffnock and East Renfrewshire, as well as Edinburgh. If you are not sure whether we cover your area, call 07414 948122.

Sean Wilson has worked as a fire and security engineer for 10 years, first with a small family-run security company on domestic systems and then with a large national company on commercial and high-end fire and security systems. He set up S.A.W Security Solutions after taking over a long-standing customer base from a trusted friend.

Yes. We install, service and maintain alarms, CCTV and access control for homeowners, landlords, offices, shops, clubs and commercial premises across Paisley, Renfrewshire and Glasgow.

Yes. Quotes are free, with no obligation, and are valid for 30 days. Every quote is tailored to your property and requirements, because we do not believe security is a one-size-fits-all service.

Payment is due on completion of the agreed work unless otherwise agreed in writing. We accept bank transfer, card and cash.

Yes. All of our labour comes with a 12-month workmanship guarantee, and equipment is covered by the manufacturer's warranty. We are also insured for public liability up to £5 million.

Yes, 100%. A yearly service plan is highly recommended to keep your alarm working fault-free. We test every detector, sounder and keypad, check batteries and power supplies, and make sure the system is set up the way you need it.

Alarm installations typically cost between £500 and £2,000. The price depends on the size of the property, the number of detectors and whether you choose a wired or wireless system. We give you a clear written quote after a free survey, and nothing extra is done without your agreement.

Both are reliable. Wired alarms suit new builds, renovations and larger commercial properties, while wireless alarms are quicker to fit with no cable runs, which suits finished homes. We will recommend what is best for your property.

Yes. Most of the systems we install can be set, unset and monitored from an app, with instant notifications if the alarm activates.

Yes. We upgrade and replace tired or unsupported alarm systems, and where possible reuse existing wiring to keep the cost down.

Yes. We offer three different packages that are bespoke to your requirements. Every package uses high-quality equipment, and they differ in specification and additional features.

Yes. All of our CCTV packages come with free app access, so you can watch live and recorded footage from your phone or tablet wherever you are.

CCTV installations typically cost between £500 and £3,500, depending on the number of cameras, the image quality you choose and the recording equipment.

Yes. We install HD and 4K cameras with night vision, so you get clear footage around the clock.

Yes. We carry out CCTV fault finding and repairs, replace failed or outdated cameras, upgrade recorders and add extra cameras to existing systems.

Yes. Most of our access control systems have a video function so you can see clearly who you are granting access to.

Access control typically costs between £300 and £2,500, depending on the number of doors and whether you choose keypad, fob, intercom or video entry.

We install keypad and intercom entry, fob and keycard access, and video entry systems for businesses, shared buildings and homes.

Yes. We replace and upgrade outdated or failing door entry and intercom systems, often adding modern features such as video and phone-based answering.

Yes. Access control and door entry are ideal for apartment blocks and shared buildings, giving residents secure, easy entry and letting you manage who has access.

Yes. We offer 24/7 emergency response for urgent security system faults and issues. Call 07414 948122 any time of day or night.

Emergency call outs typically cost between £75 and £120.

Yes. A false alarm or an alarm that will not reset is a common emergency fault. We find the cause, fix it and make sure the system is working properly before we leave.

Yes. We respond to faults on alarms, CCTV and access control fitted by other companies.

We respond across Paisley, Renfrewshire, Glasgow and the surrounding areas.

Yes, 100%. A regular service is recommended to keep your system working at its full potential, and it catches small problems before they turn into a call out.

Servicing typically costs between £70 and £300, depending on the size and type of your system.

We recommend a service once a year. Service plan customers are added to our schedule, so you never need to remember when your next visit is due.

We test every detector, sounder and keypad, check batteries and power supplies, clean and check cameras, confirm recordings are being stored correctly, and make any adjustments you need.

Regular servicing, a single point of contact, and access to our 24/7 helpline with a quick response time.

Yes. We complete a system takeover, which lets us give your current system a full health check, and then we add you to our service plan.

Takeovers typically cost between £70 and £350, depending on the system.

Yes. We take over alarms, CCTV and access control fitted by other companies, including systems where the original installer is no longer trading.

We test the whole system, check the condition of every device, and give you an honest report of what is working well and anything that needs attention.

Not usually. If your system is in reasonable condition we simply take over its servicing and maintenance. We only recommend replacing equipment when it is genuinely needed.

Yes. All of our wireless systems come with the option to be controlled and monitored via an app, which you can share with as many people as you need.

Wireless alarm installations typically cost between £500 and £1,500, depending on the size of the property and the number of detectors.

Yes. Modern wireless alarms use secure wireless signals and regularly check every device, so you know straight away if anything needs attention.

No. There are no cables to run, so installation is quick, tidy and causes minimal disruption to your home.

Yes. Wireless systems are easy to extend, so you can add detectors, door contacts or sounders as your needs change.

No. The brand we use for domestic smoke alarms has a 10-year battery that lasts the life of the sensor. We only use high-quality devices and sensors to make sure your property is protected.

Since February 2022, homes in Scotland need a smoke alarm in the room used most, a smoke alarm in every hallway and landing, and a heat alarm in the kitchen, all interlinked. A carbon monoxide alarm is also needed where there is a fuel-burning appliance or flue.

Smoke alarm installations typically cost between £150 and £700, depending on the size of your home and the number of alarms needed.

Interlinked alarms talk to each other, so when one alarm detects smoke or heat, every alarm in the house sounds. That gives everyone the earliest possible warning, wherever they are in the home.

Yes. We fit carbon monoxide alarms alongside smoke and heat alarms wherever there is a gas boiler, fire or other fuel-burning appliance, as the Scottish standard requires.