Our History

Behind every successful business there is a family. Everyone at Hewes are proud of our history spanning over 60 years of service.

About Us

Hewes - Our Company History

Established since 1961, we are a privately owned specialist security company. We have systems and products for the corporate, small business and domestic environments. Hewes Security are approved by the National Security Inspectorate and maintain their high standards to this day.

R Hewes Locks & Safes founded

In 1961 Mr Richard Hewes began a career in the security industry. By 1975 he had founded a business trading as R Hewes Locks & Safes in South Woodham Ferrers.

Hewes Security was formed

In 1983 Mr Hewes qualified as a Master Locksmith. In 1984 he moved to larger premises in Chelmsford, and since then, work carried out included the installation of Alarms, the name was then changed to Hewes Security.

Became NACOSS approved

In 1988 Hewes Security had grown considerably and was listed by the Essex Police Force and then became NACOSS approved installers of Intruder Alarms.

Awarded ISO 9002 Quality Assurance

In December 1993 Hewes Security were pleased to announce they had been awarded the much coveted ISO 9002 Quality Assurance Certificate.

Going strong for 60 years

To this date, the team here at Hewes Security are still dedicated to the job in hand. We now offer more services than ever before to secure your home or business.