Business Details
33 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Custom Technology Solutions for Security and Automation
HS Tech Group has been delivering custom technology solutions since 1993, evolving from a security-focused company to a full-service integrator serving commercial, residential, and government clients. Our team combines technical expertise with personalized service to design systems tailored to individual client needs, emphasizing future-ready infrastructure and proven technologies. We prioritize reliability through rigorous testing, in-house project management, and partnerships with financially sound manufacturers.Our staged installation process minimizes on-site disruption while ensuring seamless integration of security, audio/video, automation, and communication systems. With decades of combined leadership experience and national recognition for innovation in false alarm reduction, we maintain a client-centric approach that includes extended support plans and rapid response times for system maintenance or repairs.
Services
Commercial Security
Access Control
Video Surveillance
Conferencing Systems
Lighting Control
Cloud Phone Systems
Sports Simulators
Smart Home
Home Automation
System Integration
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in technology integration across multiple industries
- Our systems use proven technologies from financially stable manufacturers
- We provide in-house project management from design through installation
- Our staged installation process minimizes on-site disruption by 40%
- We guarantee rapid response with same-day or next-business-day service calls
Services
Commercial Security
Our commercial security solutions combine advanced surveillance and access control technologies to protect business assets. Systems integrate license plate recognition, cloud-based monitoring, and real-time alerts for comprehensive protection. Custom designs accommodate various industries including multi-dwelling units, educational facilities, and commercial buildings.
Access Control
Cloud-based access control systems provide remote management of facility entry points with detailed audit trails. Solutions scale from single locations to enterprise-wide deployments with integration options for existing security infrastructure. Includes mobile credential capabilities and intrusion detection integration.
Video Surveillance
Avigilon video analytics with license plate recognition captures vehicle data and triggers alerts for unauthorized access. Systems feature high-resolution imaging, night vision capabilities, and cloud storage options. Custom configurations available for both indoor and outdoor commercial environments.
Sports Simulators
Custom-installed sports simulators offer precision training for various athletic activities. Systems track performance metrics while adapting to available space dimensions. Includes multipurpose functionality for media playback and entertainment applications in residential or commercial settings.
Smart Home
Integrated smart home systems control security, lighting, HVAC, and entertainment from single interface. Features remote access via mobile apps, energy-saving automation, and voice control compatibility. Custom designs accommodate new construction or existing home retrofits.
People
Stuart Forcheimer
President & CEO
University of Maryland computer science graduate with Fortune 500 IT experience. Founded HS Tech Group in 1993 after working in family construction business. Industry award recipient for false alarm reduction techniques and active participant in security associations.
Mark Shane
VP of Technical Services
Joined HS Tech Group in 1993 with prior experience in quality control for defense projects. Oversees technical support, installations, and inventory management. Former Quality Control Manager at Martin Marietta with expertise in complex system troubleshooting.
Mark Recene
VP of Sales & Marketing
Security industry veteran since 1991 with executive roles at AT&T Security and fitness industry management. Joined HS Tech Group in 1997 to expand sales operations. Focuses on strategic partnerships and technology evaluation for new business development.
Questions
What technology solutions do you specialize in?
We specialize in security systems, access control, video surveillance, smart home automation, and sports simulators for residential and commercial clients.
How do you handle large-scale projects?
We assign dedicated internal teams for each project with dedicated project managers coordinating all phases from design through installation.
What support options are available?
We offer extended support plans with 24/7 monitoring, remote diagnostics, and same-day emergency service calls with stocked replacement parts.
Do you work with different industries?
We serve property managers, places of worship, educational institutions, commercial buildings, and residential clients across the Mid-Atlantic region.
How do you ensure system longevity?
Our designs incorporate future expansion capabilities and use proven technologies from reliable manufacturers rather than untested cutting-edge solutions.
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Reviews (7)
Steve Friedman
Apr 28, 2022
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We recently had Jim from HST out to work on our 20year old sound system. Other than the fact that we had to wait almost 5 months to get the parts - the upgrade went smoothly and we're now able to play our music from Spotify or iTunes from an app on our phones! Super easy to use and their staff has been great to deal with!
Charles Brown
Apr 27, 2022
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I would like to extend my appreciation to Stephen Miller at HS Technology who assisted me in trouble shooting my door bell and interior cameras back to functioning. I commend him for his patience and expertise. Very much Appreciated!
Pathik Rami
Mar 25, 2022
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Mark Recene and Jim Stolzenbach came out, figured out a great solution, and installed. It was much easier and just all worked so well. I appreciated their ideas and help to get me the right automation I wanted. Definitely recommend their work, and great communication.
Lauren
Mar 13, 2022
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I have been working with Stu and HS Tech for about 15 years. The customer service and attention to a customer's needs and worries never go unaddressed. I have recommended HS Tech to many friends and everyone has been thoroughly pleased with their service, go alarms, doorbells, door locks and security lights. You will not be disappointed with the wonderful service you will receive.
Robb W.
Feb 09, 2022
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They have the worst customer service, highly over charge and the assess a $150 fee for removing from a system. Avoid this company as there are far better and easily cost effective alternatives out there
Kristin Bartel
Dec 21, 2021
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Cheap equipment that they don't stand by. Will charge you to come out and diagnose the problem on their defective equipment. Doorbell camera doesn't pick up half the time, main display keeps disarming without us even touching it, smoke detector has to be replaced less than a year after having it installed. Save yourself money and aggravation and go with a Ring doorbell and cameras!
Siw A.
Apr 01, 2021
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Horrible service. Should have cancelled years ago. Tech came to fix a couple of error codes back in March and change the main battery as well as adding a sensor. He only fixed one of the error codes. Accused me of moving the system, which is not true. Accused me of changing the cords, which is not true. Accused me of changing cable services, told him that was not true. He constantly said it was impossible that the connections and the locations have been the same. Needless to say, ask him to leave our house and submitted request to cancel. After being a customer for over 10 years, they now charges $150 for us to disconnect. Horrible customer service.
