Salt Lake City: Livability in the 21st Century

Between 2000 and now, the
company grew from 9,000 to
almost 14,000 accounts, and from
seventy-first largest to sixty-eighth
largest security company in the
country. Its installations include
burglar and fire alarms, card access
systems, and video security for
homes and businesses. Most of its
alarm and video security systems
are now digital, utilizing full
Internet compatibility. Cellular or
proprietary wireless systems often
enhance alarm security, as wireless
systems typically operate even after
damage to phone lines. All installations
are engineered to fit the
client’s needs.
Peak Audio Video was launched
in 2010, responding to a growing
opportunity for high-end home entertainment and automation
systems. Experienced professionals staff at Peak Audio
Video is why they are the leading designer and installer of
in-home entertainment and automation systems.
“Our primary competitive asset is our people,” Jerry says.
“Over the years we have hired, trained and developed high
quality personnel, including over 25 who have been with us
for 10 or more years, and 14 who have been employed here
for over 15 years.” These include Jerry and Gayle’s children.
Rick ultimately served as president of Peak Alarm. Julie is
central station manager and her husband, Don, is president
of Peak Security. After holding diverse positions, Jeff is
president of Peak Audio Video. The youngest children, Tim,
Tyler, and Renee, have worked in supervisory and training
positions in the central station.
As a national leader in the security alarm industry,
Peak has achieved awards and other recognition from
industry organizations.
Efforts to reduce Peak’s carbon footprint include utilizing
higher efficiency vehicles to reduce fuel use and carbon
emissions. Energy efficient LED lighting now replaces
incandescent lamps. Energy optimizers installed on HVAC
systems help reduce the need for air conditioning.
During Peak’s forty-five years of family ownership,
management has strategically positioned the company
by focused capital investing, strategic divestitures and
numerous opportunistic acquisitions. This strategy has
dramatically changed Peak’s size, scope, product offerings,
customer mix, and geographic coverage, preparing the
company for continued growth and performance.
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