About Us

About Us

A passionate, single-focus operation that grew into a comprehensive security and safety system provider — proudly 100% locally and family-owned for five decades.

Our Story

In 1976, electronic car alarms were a luxury, and automated building security was still on the horizon. At this time, John Horvath was installing his own car alarms and noticed a growing demand for them from friends and peers. On November 1st, 1976, John made a definitive choice: he left the elevator union and officially incorporated Police Tronics, Inc.

What began as a passionate, single-focus operation quickly evolved. As technology advanced, Police Tronics rapidly expanded from vehicle electronics into a comprehensive security and safety system provider. Today, we specialize in installing and maintaining security systems, fire alarm systems, and CCTV and keycard access — all for residential and commercial buildings.

1976
Family-Owned Since

A Legacy Passed Down, A Mission Modernized

From 2011 to 2016, John’s son, Anthony Horvath, worked directly alongside his father, mastering the intricacies of security architecture and customer care. When John retired, Anthony took the helm, driving the company into its next chapter by expanding our capabilities into heavy industrial facilities and complex corporate infrastructure.

To support this rapid growth, Megan Bajner joined Anthony in early 2024. Handling all day-to-day operations, Megan completely restructured our office and account management systems. Her modernization efforts ensure that while our technology and client base scale, our response times remain the fastest in the region.

Today, we are proud to celebrate 50 years of keeping Illinois safe. Through five decades of technological revolution, we have proudly remained 100% locally and family-owned.

50
Years of Experience
1976
Family-Owned Since
100%
Locally & Family-Owned
24/7
Monitoring & Dispatch

Our Capabilities

Unlike national security conglomerates that treat you like an account number on a distant server, Police Tronics provides elite, specialized protection with a direct line to ownership. We offer the following services to protect residential, commercial, and industrial properties across Illinois, with a primary focus on the greater Chicagoland area.

Advanced System Installations

We design and install elite, code-compliant systems tailored to your property’s exact blueprints. The types of systems we install include:

Security & Intrusion Systems

Security & Intrusion Systems

Smart home security, industrial perimeter monitoring, and multi-point business security.

CCTV & Camera Systems

CCTV & Camera Systems

High-definition IP cameras, remote video management, and live-feed surveillance.

Fire Alarm Systems

Fire Alarm Systems

Commercial and industrial fire detection grids designed to meet strict local Illinois building codes.

Access Control

Access Control

Key card, fob, and biometric entry systems for secure residential complexes and industrial zones.

Long-Term Maintenance, Support & 24/7 Monitoring

At Police Tronics, installation is just day one. We also focus heavily on the ongoing care, optimization, and rapid-response repair required to ensure your property remains permanently protected. We support your system through the following services:

Proactive Programming & Device Upgrades

Proactive Programming & Device Upgrades

Security and fire technologies are constantly evolving. We keep your systems running flawlessly with routine programming updates, firmware management, and hardware component upgrades.

Rapid Troubleshooting & Repairs

Rapid Troubleshooting & Repairs

Malfunctions leave you vulnerable, so our local technicians provide industry-leading response times to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair hardware issues on-site before they become security gaps.

24/7 Watchful Monitoring & Dispatch

24/7 Watchful Monitoring & Dispatch

Maintenance means constant vigilance. We monitor your residential, commercial, or industrial networks around the clock, guaranteeing immediate dispatch of local authorities the exact moment an alarm is tripped.

Legacy System Demolition

Legacy System Demolition

Inherited a neglected, broken, or non-compliant security grid from a previous tenant? We safely demo old, existing systems to clear the deck for clean, easily maintainable modern infrastructure.

Elite Technology and Local Accountability

To ensure the best possible protection for your home or business, Police Tronics partners with the industry’s most trusted, enterprise-grade hardware and software manufacturers. We possess deep, certified expertise working with all types of security, camera, and fire alarm systems.

Some of the brands of systems we most frequently install, monitor, and maintain include:

Honeywell & DSC

Industry leaders in intrusion detection

Alarm.com

The gold standard for smart, interactive security and remote management

Notifier, FireLite, & Johnson Controls

The premier names in commercial and industrial fire safety

When you choose to work with Police Tronics, you get the absolute best tech the market has to offer, backed by five decades of local, family-owned dedication.

Get the Best Protection for Your Home or Business Today

Whether you need to secure a home, monitor a downtown commercial high-rise, or bring a massive industrial plant up to fire code, the Horvath family is ready to respond. Call us today or reach out online to schedule your system installation or maintenance appointment.