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Industry leaders who promote sound security practices that help keep the Algarve a safe place to live and visit
Service Standards
This page provides a unique platform of service providers here in the Algarve, which practice and promote high security standards and best practices within their respective industries. These companies are varied ranging from insurance to property management, but are common in incorporating sound security practices and operating procedures in the delivery of their services to the public.
Each company has demonstrated a high quality of service to the community based on a proven track record in their particular field of expertise. As such they contribute to ensuring that the Algarve remains a safe and secure place to live and visit. Also included are newer companies providing unique crime prevention services not previously available in the Algarve.
This consolidation of best practices helps raise standards within their industries in terms of crime prevention and provides a unique point of reference for the community.
Safe Communities Algarve is therefore pleased to host on its platform those companies that meet the above service standards and level of commitment. The companies are listed under each industry
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Construction and Property Maintenance
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With offices in Almancil and Lagos, GMT 24:7 is your local Algarve builder. Built up over the past 15 years operating here in the Algarve, GMT 24:7 is a family business with its own team of experienced tradesmen. Delivering great customer service on its 24-hour Home Emergency Response Service, and with a trustworthy and reliable in-house team, you can depend on GMT 24:7 for anything from plumbers to electricians, repairs to full renovation projects, new kitchens and bathrooms, as well as all general building works, with a fast and efficient response guaranteed, and quality assured at affordable prices.
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Currency Exchange and International Payment Services
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Currencies Direct help you save time and money on your International Transfers. With no minimum amounts and no charges you will find our service to be fast efficient and cost effective. We can also help to protect you from exchange rate fluctuations and give you advice on when to transfer. So if you are sending money to pay for expenses here, transferring your Pension or even buying a property, speak to us first to ensure you get the most for your money. We are fully regulated by the Financial Services Authority under the Payment Services Regulations.
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Algarve Homes is a Real Estate Sales and Villa management company specialising in the Santa Barbara, Loulé, Sao Bras do Alportel and Estoi areas. Julian Lewis the Managing Director has spent the last 35 years operating in both the property and corporate worlds of business and prides himself on providing honest and straight forward advice and service to our clients both pre and post sale
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We Care is a licensed company which delivers in-home care services to people who need support to continue living independently. We deliver services across all of the Algarve. Whether you need our help just for few hours, overnight, 24/7 or a holiday, we are determined to help you live as independently as possible. Our services include: assistance with daily tasks, meals and housekeeping, medication management, running errands and entertainment activities, provision of mobility equipment and home adaptations. We have a wide range of partners to help us assist you with any special medical needs.
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Hotels
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Hilton Worldwide considers the security for guests, visitors, our colleagues and their possessions warrants strict monitoring and control procedures. The protection of the company’s assets and property ensures the smooth day to day operation of our business and is expected by our guests and investors. We therefore put a lot of focus on overall security procedures also including crime prevention and monitoring of quality security services.
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Insurance
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Offering expats on the Algarve general insurance underwritten by Lloyds of London and many other leading insurance providers such as Victoria, Lusitania, PTI, Navigators & General, Exeter Family Friendly and AXAPPP to name but a few. We offer home, motor, pet, health, travel, marine, community, business insurance and funeral plans. With over 60 products available from over 30 different providers Ibex Insurance will be able to find the cover that suits you.
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Investigations
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WIS International offers investigation,
research and business intelligence services. We have been established
in Portugal since 1992 with offices in Lisbon, London and the Algarve.
We undertake various investigations into all manner of subjects
throughout the world. We have agents throughout Portugal, the United
Kingdom, Brazil and Angola
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Locksmith
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Professional English locksmith in central Algarve for: advice on improving the security at your home; supplying and fitting high security cylinders and locking systems; supplying and fitting secondary security devices such as window locks, door viewers etc; lock repair service and a 24 hour emergency door opening using non destructive techniques
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Property Management and Rentals
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We make it Easy!
Owning a property abroad needn’t be an organizational headache. Let us take the hassle out of it all, for you. Take advantage of our local knowledge and service support, and we will assume the responsibility for all the workings of your property in the Algarve, and treat it as you would, with care and respect. At Getaways Property Services, our motto is “We make it easy”, and that’s exactly what we do for you. Your property in the Algarve, whether it be for rental, or for your own exclusive use, should always be ready for you, safe and secure, spotlessly clean, smelling fresh, free of damp, with all appliances working and all the beds made with crisp linen, looking warm and inviting. Why settle for anything less?
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Property Management
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Diamond Properties are one of the
longest established, fully licensed Algarve Real Estate, Lettings
and Villa Management agencies in Boliqueime with a portfolio of
luxury properties. For villa management Diamond recognise the responsibility
of ensuring that homeowners keep their properties safe and secure.
In the real estate market Diamond notice that one of the important
“must haves” on some buyers tick lists, are safety and
security. The more properties that are properly protected the less
crime and the more attractive they are to buyers, tenants and holidaymakers.
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Security Alarms
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Onix Security provides a professional
security resolve utilising some 30 years experience of finding solutions
to individuals, householders and businesses, concerning personal
protection and that of their property. It combines the latest in
Electronic Security, CCTV, Access Control, Automatic gates, GSM
entry phone, and physical security, to create the ideal security
solution.
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Security Alarms and Access Control
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Villa Watch provides access control
and security systems for private and commercial properties including:
pin-code operated property access systems, intruder alarms and entry
systems, security gates, CCTV, security lighting and security assessments.
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Windows and Doors
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Mestre Raposa provides an excellent
service to all its clients. From new builds to renovations, there
is no limit in the capacity of producing the best solutions for
your home. We have available the best security systems for your
doors and windows, never losing its quality and durability with
an outstanding product which is MADE IN GERMANY
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Uform provides and installs Security and Safety film for glass windows and doors. If an intruder smashes a glass window or door, he can be in your property in seconds. Security and Safety films strongly resist penetration and tearing .This can help deter break-ins and ‘smash-and-grab’ theft. In the event of an accident or earthquake, the film helps to prevent injuries caused by broken glass. New to the Algarve, but with a 30 year history in Lisbon, UFORM provides a unique product supplied by 3M in the USA, We are their only authorised distributor and installer of window film in Portugal.
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