What Is Keyholding and Why Your Business Needs It



What Is Keyholding?

Keyholding is when a professional, Security Industry Authority (SIA)-licensed company securely holds a spare set of your business keys and responds to any alarm activations on your behalf. These keys are coded, sealed, and stored in secure facilities, ensuring they can only be accessed under strict procedures.

When an alarm is triggered—whether from an intruder, fire, or equipment fault—a trained security guard is dispatched immediately to investigate, reset the system, and coordinate with emergency services if required.

Why Your Business Needs It

For businesses such as factories, warehouses, and industrial sites, out-of-hours security incidents can be both costly and dangerous. Relying on staff to attend alarms exposes them to unnecessary risks and interrupts work-life balance. A professional alarm response service removes this burden entirely, providing fast, safe, and compliant responses every time.

At PatrolGuard, our SIA-approved security guards deliver reliable warehouse alarm response, factory security, and industrial site protection across the UK. We also support offices and commercial buildings with rapid alarm response to ensure minimal downtime and maximum safety.

Peace of Mind, Professional Protection

Using a trusted keyholding and alarm response company isn’t just about convenience—it’s about professional risk management. With round-the-clock monitoring and experienced security officers responding on your behalf, you can rest assured your premises are protected by experts.

PatrolGuard combines decades of experience in office security, factory security, and industrial protection—helping UK businesses operate safely, efficiently, and confidently.