Veteran-Owned & Operated Since 1986
Risk Management
Starts at the
Property Line
Armed & Unarmed Security Guards · Mobile Patrol · 24/7/365 · Serving Ventura, LA & Orange County
What We Do
Complete Security Solutions
From armed guards to mobile patrol — we build your security program around your property, budget, and risk level.
Armed Security Guards
Fully licensed, background-checked officers. Marked vehicles to your specifications.
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Professional presence for properties that need visibility without armed response.
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Cost-effective staggered patrols covering your property at randomized intervals.
Learn moreFire Watch
Certified fire watch personnel for industrial, construction, and high-risk properties.
Learn moreHOA & Residential
Parking enforcement, visitor logging, exterior patrols for communities.
Learn moreAccess Control
Entry/exit management, visitor badging, and property securing.
Learn moreWhy Americal Patrol
Why SoCal Property Managers
Choose Americal Patrol
Purple Heart Founder
Veteran-founded — Don Peterson served in the Americal Division, Vietnam (Purple Heart recipient)
Deep Law Enforcement Roots
Over 50 years combined law enforcement experience across leadership and field staff
State-Licensed Guards
All guards licensed by CA Bureau of Security & Investigative Services
Real-Time Digital Reporting
Incident reports delivered digitally — no waiting, no lost paperwork
GPS-Tracked Patrol Vehicles
Marked patrol vehicles with GPS tracking for full accountability and documentation
Free Consultation — No Obligation
We assess your property and recommend the right solution at no cost
Years in Business
BBB Rating
Counties Served
Always Available
Expertise By Sector
Industries We Protect
Specialized protocols for every property type — because one-size security fails.
Client Reviews
What Our Clients Say
Real feedback from property managers, business owners, and HOA boards across SoCal.
"Hired security for a wedding. Showed up on time & were very professional. Much better experience than other local companies I've used. Highly recommend."
"As a store manager I have seen the difference in my parking lot area. Sam has really done a great job at maintaining the lot clean of unwanted guests and he is always attentive to our needs. He and his team have been wonderful to work with. I would highly recommend them!!"
"I can describe our experience in working with Americal Patrol, Inc. as exceptional. Through the many years Sam Alarcon, Vice President and his guards have been consistently reliable, responsive, caring, and professional. I highly recommend their services to any company finding themselves in need of security."
"We've used Americal Patrol for over 15 years and are very happy with their service. They communicate well with us and notify us of any issues immediately should the issue need urgent attention. I highly recommend this company."
Where We Work
Serving 70+ Cities Across Southern California
Ventura, LA, and Orange County — from the coast to the inland valleys.
Ventura County
Los Angeles County
Orange County
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We likely serve it. Americal Patrol covers 70+ cities across Ventura, Los Angeles, and Orange County. Contact us to confirm coverage in your area — consultation is always free.
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