For over 40 years, we’ve safeguarded homes and commercial properties throughout the South West and beyond. What began as a one-person security installation business has evolved into a highly experienced team of engineers and dedicated back-office support, covering everything from intruder alarms and CCTV through to fire safety and access control systems.
We’ve grown by doing things properly and building a reputation, which means you can be confident you’re dealing with a security company that’s firmly established, trusted locally, and here for the long term.
While our home is in the South West, we also manage sites further afield for our local clients. If you’re based in multiple locations, you can enjoy the same high standards of service wherever you operate.
Security solutions for the south west
Our security solutions
Whether you want to secure a family home, a small business, or a complex commercial site, we’ll help you find the right solution. We design, install, service, and maintain:
Intruder alarms
Reliable burglar alarm systems that help deter unwanted visitors and protect your home or business.
Whether we’re installing a new burglar alarm, fire alarm, CCTV, or access control system, we always start in the same way. With a free consultation and site survey, we’ll take the time to understand your property, explain your options in plain English, and recommend solutions that are effective, proportionate, and built to last.
With decades of hands-on experience and up-to-date technology, we know what works. If something isn’t right for you, we’ll be honest and say so.
why choose us
Why choose Tamar Security?
40+ years of proven experience
Trust our track record of thousands of successful installations and long-term client relationships.
Independently run
Free from manufacturer ties or corporate restrictions, our recommendations will be what’s right for you.
Local and reliable
The South West is our patch, so we’re always close by and on hand whenever you need us.
Professional and accredited
Our systems meet recognised industry standards and are installed by fully trained engineers.
Testimonials
Trusted by local businesses and homeowners
For decades, clients across Devon, Cornwall, Dorset and Somerset have relied on Tamar Security for dependable protection and ongoing security support.
The beauty of Tamar Security isn’t only in their choice of fire or security systems that they tailor to fit. For us, the essence of Tamar Security is in their people; from the approachable team in the office to the excellent engineers on site. We recommend them without hesitation
Radio Exe
Great company, efficient in the work they do with quality results! All staff who came to our site were very friendly, and we were given a very reasonable quote. We would highly recommend.
Topsham Rugby Club
We have used Tamar for our alarm system for many years and recently chose them for a CCTV installation. This is a customer focussed and professional team who are reliable, friendly and efficient. Brilliant service and great value, I would have no hesitation in recommending them.
B Yard
Very helpful to deal with. Would certainly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable alarm company.
D Parkes
Recently replaced our old alarm system, FANTASTIC services from start to finish. Installer arrived on time and did a quality job, very impressed. Would thoroughly recommend Tamar Security 5*. Thank you.
N Marshall
We have used Tamar for our alarm system for many years and recently chose them for a CCTV installation. This is a customer focussed and professional team who are reliable, friendly and efficient. Brilliant service and great value, I would have no hesitation in recommending them.
B Yard
Ready to secure your property?
If you’re thinking about improving your fire or security systems, we’d love to help. To talk through your requirements or arrange a free, no-obligation quote, just get in touch.
