Fort Worth's trusted security partner for the DFW Metroplex. Professional security systems, access control, and Verkada-powered video surveillance for commercial and residential properties.
Cadena Security is a locally owned and operated security integrator serving the Fort Worth and greater DFW Metroplex. Founded by Ricardo Cadena, we bring hands-on expertise and a commitment to quality that larger companies simply can't match.
From access control and video surveillance to data cabling and lock hardware, we deliver end-to-end security solutions designed around your specific needs — not a one-size-fits-all package.
Every installation is done right the first time, with clean wiring, professional hardware, and systems that actually work when you need them most.
Every system we install is designed to protect what matters most to you — your people, property, and peace of mind.
Clean cable runs, properly terminated connections, and systems configured to perform reliably for years.
You work directly with Ricardo — no call centers, no runaround. Just straightforward, honest service.
From initial consultation to installation and support, we deliver integrated security systems tailored to your property's unique requirements.
Card readers, keypads, biometric devices, electric door locks, and cloud-based management software. Scalable solutions for commercial, industrial, institutional, and multi-family properties.
High-definition camera systems with hybrid cloud technology, remote monitoring, and audit trails. See what's happening at your business 24/7 from anywhere.
Burglar alarms, intrusion detection, and professional monitoring. Protect your property around the clock — even when you're not there.
Gate automation with integrated access control for commercial and residential properties. Controlled entry points that combine security with convenience.
Cat-6, fiber optic, patch panels, network switches, RJ45 keystones, and punch downs. Clean, professional cable infrastructure built to industry standards.
Commercial and residential lock installation, rekeying, electronic locks, and smart lock systems. Secure every entry point with hardware you can trust.
4+ years installing Verkada systems across the United States. Factory-trained and certified.
Verkada is the leader in cloud-managed enterprise security — cameras, access control, environmental sensors, alarms, and intercoms, all managed from a single platform. Being a certified Verkada dealer means Cadena Security meets their rigorous standards for installation quality and technical expertise.
This partnership gives our clients access to Silicon Valley's most advanced security technology, installed and supported by a local team you can trust.
We're not a franchise or a call center. We're local professionals who take pride in every installation.
A Fort Worth business serving the DFW community. We're your neighbors — we care about this area as much as you do.
Fully licensed, insured, and bonded. Certified Verkada dealer with 4+ years of installations across the US. We meet all Texas state requirements.
Experienced professionals who know security systems inside and out. Quality craftsmanship on every job.
No-obligation quotes on every project. We'll assess your needs, explain your options, and give you honest pricing.
Answers to the questions DFW property owners ask us most often.
Cost depends primarily on the number of doors or entry points, the type of credential (card, fob, PIN, mobile, or biometric), whether you need cloud-based management software, and the complexity of the existing door hardware. A single-door system for a small office has a very different price point than a multi-site enterprise deployment. We assess your facility and give you a transparent, itemized quote at no charge.
Traditional CCTV stores footage on a local DVR/NVR that can be stolen, damaged, or fail without warning. Verkada cameras include built-in encrypted storage plus hybrid cloud backup, so footage is secure even if a camera is tampered with. The cloud platform lets you view live or recorded video from any browser or smartphone without VPNs or port forwarding. Software updates are automatic and included, so the system never goes stale.
Many existing swing or slide gates can be retrofitted with a gate operator and access control without full replacement, depending on the gate's condition, weight, and frame construction. We inspect the existing structure first. If a retrofit is feasible, it's usually the more cost-effective path. We also integrate keypad, card reader, or intercom entry so the automated gate becomes part of your overall access control system.
Yes. The alarm systems we install can be connected to a UL-listed central monitoring station that dispatches police, fire, or medical responders when a verified alarm event occurs. Monitoring is billed as a low monthly subscription and can often be transferred from an existing system so you don't lose your current service history. We walk you through every option — self-monitoring via app, professional monitoring, or both — during the consultation.
For most commercial and light industrial builds today, Cat-6 is the standard baseline — it supports gigabit speeds and PoE for IP cameras, access control panels, and VoIP phones. Fiber runs are recommended for long backbone distances or high-bandwidth server connections. The best time to run structured cabling is during rough-in, before drywall goes up, when cable paths are open and labor is most efficient. We can review your floorplan and recommend drop locations based on your planned equipment layout.
Cadena Security is based in Fort Worth and serves the broader DFW Metroplex, including Arlington, North Richland Hills, Keller, Southlake, Grapevine, Mansfield, Burleson, Azle, and surrounding Tarrant County communities. We also travel to Dallas, Denton, and other parts of the Metroplex for larger commercial projects. If you're unsure whether we cover your location, call or email — we'll let you know right away.
Ready to upgrade your security? Contact us today for a free consultation and estimate. We serve the entire DFW Metroplex.
Straightforward answers to questions DFW customers ask most often before hiring a security integrator.
The main cost drivers are the number of controlled doors, the credential type (cards/fobs vs. keypads vs. biometrics), whether a cloud subscription is required, and the complexity of the door hardware (electric strikes, magnetic locks, and door operators vary significantly in price). A single-door office system and a 20-door enterprise installation are very different projects. Cadena Security provides free, itemized quotes after a brief site assessment so you know exactly what you are paying for before any work begins.
Traditional systems record footage to a local NVR or DVR that requires on-site access, regular maintenance, and is a single point of failure. Verkada cameras store footage on-board (30 to 90 days depending on model) and simultaneously sync to encrypted cloud storage. If a camera is stolen, your footage is still safe. Management is entirely cloud-based — no on-site server — and includes AI analytics such as person detection, vehicle detection, and license plate recognition. Footage is accessible from any browser or mobile device without a VPN.
In many cases, yes. Whether automation can be retrofitted depends on the gate's structural condition, weight, travel distance, and hinge or track quality. Cadena Security assesses the existing gate before recommending anything. If the structure is sound, adding an operator and access control integration is often more cost-effective than replacing the gate entirely. If the gate needs structural work first, we will tell you that upfront rather than automate something that will fail in six months.
When a sensor trips and the alarm activates, the system sends an alert — either to you via smartphone app, to a 24/7 professional monitoring center, or both, depending on how the system is configured. Professional monitoring centers verify the event and can dispatch police, fire, or medical services when appropriate. Cadena Security can integrate with third-party monitoring providers and help you decide which monitoring approach fits your property and response time requirements.
New construction is strongly preferred. Rough-in cabling before walls close is a fraction of the cost and labor of retrofitting through finished walls, ceilings, and conduit. During new construction, Cadena Security can coordinate with your general contractor to ensure cabling pathways, conduit, and termination locations are placed correctly the first time. Retrofit is absolutely possible and we handle it regularly — it just requires more labor and some creative routing to achieve a clean result.
Yes. Cadena Security carries appropriate licensing and insurance for security installation work in Texas. We are also a Verkada certified dealer, which requires meeting Verkada's standards for installation quality and technical training. If your project requires documentation of coverage or certification, contact us and we can provide the relevant information for your records or contractor requirements.
Yes. Cadena Security serves the broader DFW Metroplex, including Arlington, Grand Prairie, Irving, Grapevine, Southlake, Keller, North Richland Hills, Hurst, Euless, Bedford, Mansfield, Burleson, and surrounding communities. If you are unsure whether your location is in our service area, call or send a message and we will let you know quickly.
Yes, and this is typically the most effective approach. When access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection are integrated, they share data — a door access event can automatically pull the corresponding camera clip, and an alarm trigger can display live camera feeds immediately. Cadena Security designs integrated systems from the start rather than bolting products together after the fact, which results in more reliable operation and simpler management for the property owner.