Case Study: Security Infrastructure Upgrade at Rancho Laguna Mobile Estates

 By Ameritechs – Technology Integration Experts Since 1996

Client Overview

Rancho Laguna Mobile Estates is a peaceful, gated residential community located in Southern California. Designed for long-term residents, the property prioritizes comfort and safety. As the community grew and aged, management recognized the need to upgrade its security systems to protect residents, property, and shared amenities.

Challenge

The existing security system at Rancho Laguna was outdated and offered limited coverage. Key issues included:

• Low-resolution analog cameras with poor nighttime visibility

• No remote access to video footage for property management

• Unauthorized entry through back gates and shared facilities

• No formal access control system, leaving clubhouses, laundry rooms, and other shared buildings vulnerable to trespassers

The management team needed a reliable, modern solution to safeguard residents and improve operational oversight.

Solution

Ameritechs performed a comprehensive on-site security assessment and proposed a dual-phase solution:

1. Surveillance System Upgrade – Replace legacy cameras with high-resolution Uniview IP cameras, strategically placed to cover key areas like the clubhouse, pool, laundry room, and entry points.

   
   

2. Access Control Integration – Deploy a PDK™ (ProdataKey) access control system using card readers and cloud-based controls to secure building access and improve convenience for residents and staff.

Technologies implemented included:

• Uniview 8MP Turret IP Cameras

• License Plate Reading Cameras

• Pan TIlt Zoom Cameras

• Ubiquiti wireless bridges for long-range connectivity

• PDK controllers and mullion readers

• Solar-powered solutions for low-power, remote gates

Implementation

The project was completed in coordinated phases over four weeks:

Phase 1: Surveillance System Deployment

• Replaced analog cameras at the clubhouse and pool with Uniview 4MP HD cameras

• Added new cameras at the laundry facility, dumpster area, and perimeter gates

• Installed Ubiquiti wireless bridges to link remote cameras over long distances (up to 1,000') back to a central NVR

• Configured remote monitoring via mobile app and web browser

Phase 2: Access Control Installation

• Installed electronic locks, proximity card readers, and exit buttons on six doors: clubhouse entryways, pool gate, laundry room, and a rear pedestrian gate

• Deployed solar panel with battery backup to power the remote gate location

• Connected all access control hardware to a cloud-based management system, enabling time-based access and audit trails

Ameritechs worked closely with the property manager to minimize disruption and provide on-site training to staff on how to manage both systems.

Results

The new integrated security solution brought immediate and noticeable benefits:

• Enhanced visibility across the property with clear day/night video footage

• Secure, trackable access to all shared facilities via resident-issued key fobs

• Remote management for both video and access systems from any device

• Improved peace of mind for residents and management

• Future scalability with room to add more doors, cameras, or user groups as needed

Client Testimonial

“Ameritechs delivered exactly what we needed. Their team was professional, knowledgeable, and responsive. Our community feels safer and more secure. The ability to manage everything remotely is a game-changer for us.” — Property Manager, Rancho Laguna Mobile Estates

Conclusion

By partnering with Ameritechs, Rancho Laguna Mobile Estates transformed its outdated security system into a modern, cloud-based solution that balances resident safety with operational efficiency. The project is a testament to Ameritechs’ ability to design and implement reliable, scalable security systems tailored to the needs of residential communities.

Ameritechs: Smart. Secure. Seamless.