VKA Security

VKA Security Security Company offering Locksmith, Burglar, and Fire Services to Businesses and Homes in North Eas

Security Company offering Locksmith, Burglar, and Fire Services to Businesses and Homes in North East Florida

Happy Labor Day, Northeast Florida.Today, we're thinking about the people who show up and do the work, our technicians, ...
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day, Northeast Florida.
Today, we're thinking about the people who show up and do the work, our technicians, our monitoring team, and everyone across this community who keeps things running. VKA Security has been a part of Northeast Florida since 1973, and every generation of our family has believed the same thing: good work speaks for itself.
Whether you're grilling out, relaxing at home, or headed to the coast today, we hope it's a good one.
We'll be here when you need us. We always are.
A Legacy of Protection. 📞 904-824-5003 | vkasecurity.com

This one belongs to a historic property in downtown St. Augustine. The original lock and deadbolt had done their job for...
09/02/2026

This one belongs to a historic property in downtown St. Augustine. The original lock and deadbolt had done their job for decades, but decades of salt air, daily use, and history will wear down even solid hardware eventually. Our locksmith team replaced it with a modern deadbolt and lever set, keeping the character of the door intact while giving the property owner a lock they can actually rely on.

This is where VKA started back in 1973, on a locksmith bench, and it's still work our team does every week across Northeast Florida. New construction, historic properties, rekeys, upgrades.

📞 904-824-5003 | vkasecurity.com | A Legacy of Protection.

See who's at your door before you ever open it, whether you're on the couch or three states away.VKA installs and suppor...
09/01/2026

See who's at your door before you ever open it, whether you're on the couch or three states away.
VKA installs and supports smart video doorbells built to give you a clear view of your front door, day or night:
📹 HD video with night vision, so you can see clearly no matter the hour
🔔 Instant alerts to your phone the moment someone steps up to your door
🗣️ Two-way talk, so you can speak to a delivery driver or visitor without opening the door
📦 Motion alerts that catch package theft before it happens
🔗 Fully integrated with your VKA system through the Alarm.com app, no separate login required
❌ No Contracts. Don't get locked in, we earn your business, we don't need to handcuff you to our service.
It's one of the simplest upgrades a homeowner can make, and one of the most useful.
Curious what it would look like on your home? Give us a call.
📞 904-824-5003 | vkasecurity.com

08/31/2026

I'm a mom of five. Before I'm anything else in this business, that's who I am.

When I think about home security, I don't think about equipment first. I think about whether my kids can get home safely, whether I'll know if something's wrong, and whether the people I trust to protect my family are the kind of people I'd actually want in my own home.

That's the standard I hold VKA Security to, because it's the same one my father and my grandfather held before me. Three generations, one family, one community.

I don't say this to sell you anything. I say it because it's true, and because I think it matters who's actually behind the company you trust with your home.

Sarah Oakley Douglas, President, VKA Security

A Legacy of Protection. 📞 904-824-5003 | vkasecurity.com

08/28/2026

Access control isn't just for offices and businesses. More homeowners are using it to manage who comes and goes, without a single spare key involved.

🔐 A code-based entry system for family members, so everyone has their own
🧰 Scheduled access for a cleaning service or contractor, active only during the hours they're expected
👵 An easy way for an aging parent or in-law to enter without struggling with a key
📜 A full log of who entered and when, right in the Alarm.com app
🔗 Works alongside your existing cameras and alarm system, not as a separate add-on

It's one more way modern security systems are built around how families actually live.

Want to see what it would look like on your home? Give us a call.

📞 904-824-5003 | vkasecurity.com

Not all monitoring plans are the same, and picking the right one shouldn't feel confusing.📡 Connection type: cellular mo...
08/25/2026

Not all monitoring plans are the same, and picking the right one shouldn't feel confusing.

📡 Connection type: cellular monitoring is more reliable than landline or Wi-Fi only plans, especially during storms or power outages.
⏱️ Response time: ask how quickly a real person responds when your alarm is triggered, not just whether it's monitored.
📋 Contract terms: some companies lock you into multi-year agreements. VKA doesn't require a long-term contract ever.
🏠 What's included: does the plan cover fire and medical monitoring, or just intrusion? Make sure it matches what you actually need.

If you're not sure what plan fits your home, that's exactly the kind of question we're happy to walk through with you, honestly and with no pressure.

📞 904-824-5003 | vkasecurity.com

We’re hiring a Lead Locksmith! 🔐Are you the locksmith other technicians call when a job gets complicated or needs to be ...
08/21/2026

We’re hiring a Lead Locksmith! 🔐

Are you the locksmith other technicians call when a job gets complicated or needs to be done right the first time?

VKA Security is looking for an experienced Lead Locksmith to join our team and help us continue building our Lock Department.

We’re looking for someone with 5+ years of hands-on experience, strong commercial lock and door hardware knowledge, and the ability to troubleshoot, take ownership of a job, and set a high standard for the team around them.

We offer competitive pay ($28–$38/hour based on experience), quarterly bonus opportunities, comprehensive benefits, PTO, retirement matching, a company vehicle and more.

Interested? We’d like to hear from you.

📩 Email your resume to [email protected]
or apply through our Lead Locksmith listing on Indeed.

Know a great locksmith? Tag them or share this post with them.

Attention commercial customers! Now Alarm.com offers Commercial Fire Protection! Contact Us to learn more! 904-824-5003
08/14/2026

Attention commercial customers! Now Alarm.com offers Commercial Fire Protection! Contact Us to learn more! 904-824-5003

Not sure if you need an indoor camera, an outdoor camera, or both? Here's how to think about it.🏡 Outdoor cameras are bu...
08/13/2026

Not sure if you need an indoor camera, an outdoor camera, or both? Here's how to think about it.

🏡 Outdoor cameras are built to handle weather and cover entry points: your front door, driveway, backyard, and side gates. They're your first line of sight for anyone approaching your home. 🛋️ Indoor cameras are ideal for checking in on pets, kids, or elderly family members, and for keeping an eye on high-value rooms when you're away.
🌙 Both types offer night vision, motion alerts sent straight to your phone, and recorded footage you can pull up anytime through the Alarm.com app.
🔗 Because they integrate with the rest of your VKA system, you're not managing a separate app or a separate password. Everything lives in one place.

Most homeowners end up wanting a mix of both. We'll help you figure out what makes sense for your home and your budget with no long term contracts to worry about.

📞 904-824-5003 | vkasecurity.com

To every Northeast Florida family sending a kiddo back to school this week: we hope it's a great one!The first day of sc...
08/07/2026

To every Northeast Florida family sending a kiddo back to school this week: we hope it's a great one!

The first day of school also means a new routine at home, and a few small things can make it easier:

🚌 A camera at the front door or driveway so you can see them off, and see them home again
📱 Instant alerts on your phone the moment they walk through the door after school
🔑 Personal access codes instead of a spare key that can get lost in a backpack
👋 A quick reminder on how to arm and disarm the system if it's been a while

Here's to a smooth first week back, Northeast Florida. 📚

📞 904-824-5003 | vkasecurity.com

Address

441 State Road 16
Saint Augustine, FL
32084

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5am

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when VKA Security posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share

Category