Watson Security

Welcome to Watson Security, a leading provider of commercial security solutions. Our company was founded with a deep commitment to safety and security, and we have been serving businesses, property managers, government, and more for decades with pride and dedication.

When you choose Watson Security, you can expect to see quality solutions, increased security, and increased peace of mind. Our dedication to trust, innovation, and excellence means that you can rest easy knowing that your security needs are in good hands.

Contact us today at: (206) 448-5625 to schedule a consultation and see how we can help you protect what matters most.

Watson Security professionals are passionate about helping you better identify, understand, and providing you with options for your security needs. We don’t give you something to just meet your needs today, we give you something that will meet your needs well into the future. We like to think of ourselves as “problem solvers” who can help you figure out the best solution for the best value. And of course, giving you an awesome customer experience along the way.

We offer consulting and evaluation services which include…

• Security Risk Analysis
• Security Risk Reports
• System Design Services
• Diagnostic Evaluations
• Customized Analysis
• Access Control Systems

If there is anything you need us to analyze for your security needs, just ask and we will be happy to figure something out. In addition, with every on-site service, we will also offer you some insights into other areas of security that might enhance your overall security. This is just an added piece of value we always want to offer our customers.

Visual Deterrence

An effective security solution should always include the advantage of “looking secure” in addition to being secure. It is proven and recommended by law enforcement to have your facility appearing to be secure while it is actually secure. This can help deter break-ins and increase the confidence and comfort of facility staff and customers.

Some strong visual deterrents include…

• Warning signage and decals
• High quality locks, hinges, strike plates and other reinforcement hardware
• Surveillance Cameras and Monitors
• Other deterrents

Physical Security Hardware

Physical Security is an indispensable part of an Integrated Security System. These services provide mechanical strength, safety, and convenience.

High quality door hardware helps doors to close properly and securely and prevents unauthorized parties from opening the door, while allowing authorized parties to open the door. Specialized door hardware is often necessary for building and life-safety codes. Our Security professionals are experts on physical security hardware.

Our physical security hardware solutions include:

High Security Locks and Keys (including patent-protected and restricted options)

• Factory Restricted Key Duplication
• Drill, Pick, and “Bump” Resistant Mechanisms
• Custom Key Identification
• Electronic Lock Cylinders and Keys

Master Key Systems

• State of the Art Keying Software
• Creation, Tracking, and Maintenance of Keying Systems
• Keying System Assessment and Take-over

Electromechanical Hardware 

• Electrified Locksets (with integrated REX and latch-bolt monitoring)
• Electrified Exit Devices
• Electric Strikes
• Magnetic Locks

Reinforcing and Guarding

• Reinforced Strike Plates
• Wrap-around and Cover Plates
• Full-length Astragal Guards
• Latch Guards

Keyless Entry

• Push Button and/or Card Reader Locksets
• Stand-alone or Networked
• Card Access and Electronic Cylinders
• Access Control Systems

Exit Devices

• “Panic Bars”
• Exit Alarms
• Delayed Exit Systems
• ADA Compliant Hardware

Door Closers and Operators

• Adjustable Door Closers
• “Safe Zone” Hold-open
• Automatic Door Operators
• ADA Compliant Systems

Desk and File Cabinet Locks

Padlocks

• High Security
• Key-Retaining
• Scheduled Access and Audit Trails

Electronic Security

This is about controlling access to your building.  This is an advanced security technique and process used to centrally manage employee entrances and exits.  This has specific components, such as video, badge access, elevator controls, key access, parking garage controls, etc.  We specialize in creating and installing customized solutions to meet the needs of our customers.  We also provide comprehensive training to your employees and others to get the most out of your systems.  OUR GOAL: Provide you with the “right” solution to ensure that you, your customers, and your employees assets will be protected at all times.

Today, the common key is simply inadequate if you want solid security.  Keys give access 24 hours a day and if a key is lost or an employee is terminated and doesn’t give the key back (or even if they do give it back it might have been copied) then usually the locks have to be re-keyed and new keys issued to everyone.  Not only is this inconvenient, it is expensive.  With a Card Access system, all these problems and issues are eliminated.  Cards can work certain times of the day and let you know who is doing what in your business.  These, combined with electronic locks, give you the most control, offer the greatest flexibility and offer the greatest value.

Our Story

Bert Sampson arrived in the Puget Sound and found work as the key cutter for Sears in Tacoma. After working there for several years, he started his own company in 1958 called the Renton Key Shop. He started out on the corner of Rainier Avenue and Grady Way in Renton, Washington. His primary business was simply cutting keys. As business continued to grow for Bert, he knew he wanted to be more than just a key shop. He was always fascinated by learning new things and so he continually worked on adding to his technician’s knowledge.

Over time, he had added a number of additional skills and services including lock sales, installation, and service because of his passion for the security and safety of the clientele. He was great at being able to listen to the needs of the customers and adapt services to meet these needs. This was one of the reasons he was so well respected and known. Because of this focus on the customer and finding new ways to help keep his “customers stay safe”, Rob Watson decided to purchase the business from Bert.

Rob was looking for just this type of organization because he too was focused heavily on the customer and had a passion for security. Rob became the owner in 1997, adding electronic security to the mix. Renton Key Shop changed its name in 2000 to Watson Security to better represent the additional electronic security products and services and to continue the original commitment to serve our customers.