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How Do I Secure My Rental Property as a Landlord?

Affordable security upgrades that protect tenants and keep your units full.

A camera that records nothing useful is the most expensive thing on your wall.

Read on: it takes a few minutes and could save you a lot more than that.

In this guide you will see:
  • Entrance and parking cameras first.
  • Lighting deters theft.
  • Intercom or access control for visitors.
By Qyvea LimitedPublished 2026-10-07Updated 2026-10-072 min read
On this page01. What to look for before you buy02. Best prices in stock today03. Buying for a business? We supply in bulk04. Why buy from Qyvea05. FAQ
How Do I Secure My Rental Property as a Landlord?
Quick answer

Good security keeps tenants longer. Start with a strong gate and lock, add lighting and CCTV at the entrance and parking, install an intercom or access system for visitors, and make sure fire safety is in place. Choose reliable, simple equipment so repairs are easy.

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Key takeaways

  • Entrance and parking cameras first.
  • Lighting deters theft.
  • Intercom or access control for visitors.
  • Fire safety is part of security.

01What to look for before you buy

  1. 01
    Strong gate and locksThe first barrier.
  2. 02
    LightingEntrance, corridors and parking.
  3. 03
    CCTVGate, parking and corridors.
  4. 04
    Intercom or access controlControl who comes in.
  5. 05
    Fire safetyExtinguishers and smoke alarms.

02Best prices in stock today

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03Buying for a business? We supply in bulk

One supplier for your whole business

  • Bulk and repeat orders: send your list on WhatsApp and get a written quotation, usually within 2 hours
  • Printable quotations straight from the online store for your approval process
  • Thousands of products: IT, phones, appliances, security, solar and networking from one supplier
  • Delivery across Kenya, plus installation and setup by Qyvea technicians where needed
  • After-sales support: warranty claims handled with you, and maintenance for installed systems

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04Why buy from Qyvea

Why Kenyans buy from Qyvea

  • Genuine branded products sold with the manufacturer's warranty (typically 6–24 months, varies by product)
  • 7-day returns and exchanges; damaged or wrong item? Report it within 48 hours for a free replacement or full refund
  • Pay with M-Pesa, bank transfer or card; refunds go back the same way
  • Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000, and delivery across Kenya
  • Delivered to your door, dispatched once payment is confirmed, rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews (bought from us? leave a review)
  • Talk to a person on WhatsApp 0113 301 244, usually within 30 minutes

Full details: return & refund policy.

05Frequently asked questions

What security do tenants expect?

Lighting, a secure gate, CCTV at the entrance and working locks.

Can I add security to an old building?

Yes, most upgrades are retrofittable.

Why customers choose Qyvea

Genuine brandsManufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box.
One team, start to finishThe people who advise you also install and support it.
Fast answersWhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi.
Easy to buyPay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000.
Risk taken off you7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations.
Customers say soRated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews.

Your next step takes one minute: send us a photo of the place on WhatsApp and we will tell you what it needs.

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