What do you do if condo security DOES address you?

[SkyRider]

The trick is to type the buzz# in quickly, so it only announces the first or last number out loud.

LOL!
One time I discreetly walked in with a group. When I told Andy I was already inside he told me to walk back out and come back in again when buzzed. So, I walked past the security guard on my way out and again when I walked back in. The guard was probably wondering why is this dude walking in and out and in again?

 

[likwid]

Don't wait in the lobby, and don't come in with other people. Buzz in and go to avoid hassles. I just park near by and walk in when she's ready

 

[sempel]

Don't wait in the lobby, and don't come in with other people. Buzz in and go to avoid hassles. I just park near by and walk in when she's ready

In my case, there was no security so sitting in the lobby wasn't much of an issue. I'm not sure why there was a delay between buzzer and room code since both were coming directly from the lady. If I know there's security, I'm waiting for both pieces of info before entering and buzzing.

 

[Samranchoi]

Even though there are no security guards at the front of some condos, there are cameras and when you enter the codes into the system, they are being monitored. At least you don't have to worry about being questioned in these situations.

 

[jackman]

Thanks very much for all the useful information. It is an issue confronted from time to time and having the value of the experience of others is most helpful.

 

[Phil C. McNasty]

Another trick I use is I go to the second floor on my way out and not through the lobby. I then take the stairs down to ground floor and leave through fire exit.

It looks bad when you have dozens of guys coming and leaving within short periods of time from the same apartment

 

[ronclark]

Last week I was given a room number at a hotel in Markham by a well known Agency. When I knocked there was no answer, and I tried again a couple of times as I thought the SP didn't hear. I didn't want to knock too loudly or stay too long in the hall as it was embarrassing so I returned to the lobby texting the agency telling them what had happened.

It turned out they had texted me the wrong room number originally, I was lucky no-one was in that first hotel room.

 

[sempel]

Last week I was given a room number at a hotel in Markham by a well known Agency. When I knocked there was no answer, and I tried again a couple of times as I thought the SP didn't hear. I didn't want to knock too loudly or stay too long in the hall as it was embarrassing so I returned to the lobby texting the agency telling them what had happened.

It turned out they had texted me the wrong room number originally, I was lucky no-one was in that first hotel room.

"Oh sorry - my buddy texted me the wrong number. Dumba$$!"

 

[explorerzip]

Damn, didn't realise incalls are so complicated!

Condo security better be complicated for the maintenance fees people pay.

 

[explorerzip]

Only had 1 minor issue where security asked me to sign a visitor book even though I had a door code. Just scribbled into the book and it was fine.

 

[SkyRider]

It turned out they had texted me the wrong room number originally, I was lucky no-one was in that first hotel room.

LOL!

Happened to me once. Right room number, wrong hotel. A tall hairy white man opened the door and I asked for "Lola". He said 'no Lola" but gave me a smile that indicated he knew what was happening.

 

[VERYBADBOY]

I'm not that worried about security at many of these buildings, their not there to really stop you at their pay rate, and the ones that do are would be rent a cop wannabes.

What worries me are the nosey tenants who see your face and know you don't live there and follow to strike up a conversation but really mean to interrogate you seeing what floor your pushing and even if you get off there and if your going right or left ...

Those people they keep track of the faces and floors pose the most danger.

VBB

 

[pussyluver]

If I am stopped by security and questioned I typically shriek like a little girl, throw my hands in the air and then run out as quickly as I can screaming... But that's just me. Other posters seem to have some advice that might work too.

 

[matted]

In one case, I buzzed in but had to wait in the entrance for the indy to send me the unit. Just played on my phone as people walked by. Never stare at your phone waiting as that looks suspicious.

What on earth did we do to not look suspicious loitering about before smartphones? Lol....

At the aforementioned building by the Rogers Centre I was asked by security who I was going to see, to which I replied "Andy", as instructed. The guard asked if Andy was a girl or a guy. After I answered she said "Andy is really popular". I'll bet...

 

[SkyRider]

After I answered she said "Andy is really popular".

"Andy" was holding around the clock interviews with job applicants for a beer commercial. LOL!

 

[SkyRider]

Before they imploded, the old 4Play had their own townhouse. You ring the bell and one of the ladies would open the door. Also, the ladies answered their own phone when not otherwise occupied.

 

[imposter99]

This reminds me of one time visiting an in-call downtown. I buzzed the provided # and it kept ringing, until it went to voicemail. The agency voicemail, complete with greeting. There were other people waiting to use the buzzer. That was an awkward moment.

 

[SexB]

It's never been an issue for me. Once you get buzzed in, just walk in like you're supposed to be there.

With that said, if there's a concierge, I do try to leave via a side entrance. Though if I get stopped leaving, I would just tell them that my friends weren't finished getting ready and I was just going ahead to grab a table at the bar or restaurant.

 

[Phil C. McNasty]

This reminds me of one time visiting an in-call downtown. I buzzed the provided # and it kept ringing, until it went to voicemail. The agency voicemail, complete with greeting. There were other people waiting to use the buzzer. That was an awkward moment.

Shouldve told them you were waiting for your date, and buzzer somehow didnt ring, and THEN somehow that buzzer shouldve run (even though it didnt), and now you're holding Condo security responsible and that you're now filing a lawsuit!!

 

[essguy_]

Even after decades in the hobby, I still don't like dealing with concierge's. My usual tactic is to get in the area 5 - 10 minutes early - text the agency or SP to see if everything is still on schedule. Get a specific time to buzz - then after I am let in, I just walk purposefully to the elevator (make sure you know where these are). If you look like you know where you are going - most concierge's in the condo's which have incalls won't bother you. The few times I've been stopped I have only had to sign in - no questions - so you put your fake name and time down and carry on.

In my experience, most incall condo's are at condo's with a high rental rate (vs owners) and thus a high tenant turnover rate. The concierge's are really there for deliveries, service calls, etc - not to aggressively screen visitors. In this type of building, it's not like the concierge knows all the tenants. I have to admit that concierge's always make me a little nervous though... I guess this adds to the excitement!