Do you own a historical piece of property you have transformed into your business or office? If so, there’s a good chance you want to secure the space. However, did you know there are steps you can take to do this without ruining the historical integrity of the building?

The key is to know what to do, and more importantly, what to avoid. Keep reading to learn more. Some options to keep in mind when installing a security system for your historic building include:

• Use recessed burglary sensors in your doors to keep them hidden from view
• Use motion detectors and encrypted wireless contacts to avoid problematic wire runs
• Install glass break sensors, providing a second-layer of protection

If you have plans to install a surveillance system, then there are a few things to keep in mind when working with a historic building. These things include:

• It’s often difficult to drill through brick or stone that’s been in place for a long period of time. Instead, use the mortar joints to keep from causing damage to the expensive façade.
• Think about alternative wire routing to help limit the exposure in areas with asbestos or other types of hazardous materials.

If you are working to secure an older building, be sure you choose a contractor with prior experience handling this type of work. After all, the unpredictable nature of historic building construction is costly, so, it’s important to hire someone who knows what they are doing when it comes to securing the building.

By understanding the architecture and working to keep the foundation intact, you can avoid causing issues with the historic building, while still providing your business or office the security features needed.