Catalytic converter theft in San Antonio has skyrocketed over the last few years. However, the thieves are not reselling the parts. Rather, they’re after the rhodium, platinum, and palladium, precious metals inside the converters that are worth more than gold. These metals coat the inside of the catalytic converter, breaking down pollutants.
The fact that catalytic converters contain these precious metals also makes them very expensive to replace; a new catalytic converter can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $2,500. If you own a business fleet, and thieves strike during the night, the cost could be astronomical.
If your fleet yard in San Antonio does not have security cameras and an alarm system, you’re taking a big risk. That’s because catalytic converter theft in San Antonio often targets car dealerships and commercial fleet yards. The cost to set up a security system, along with the monthly costs, are minuscule compared to the losses you could incur. Not only could thieves strip out all of your fleet’s catalytic converters, but they can also steal your vehicles, driving them to “chop shops” across the border.
A local San Antonio security company can set up high-resolution cameras to monitor your property around the clock. If the monitoring staff sees anything suspicious, the authorities will be alerted. Moreover, they can install security lighting and alarms to deter criminals.
If you run a car dealership or have a commercial fleet, contact iNET Security and Surveillance to find out about installing a security system on your lot.
