Los Angeles County · CA PPO-9557
Long Beach Security Guards & Patrol
Licensed, background-checked officers protecting businesses, HOAs, and commercial properties across Long Beach and all of Los Angeles County. Veteran-owned and CA BSIS licensed, founded in 1986.
- 24/7/365 Coverage
- CA BSIS Licensed
- Founded 1986
- Serving Long Beach
Rooted in Long Beach
We know Long Beach block by block
Long Beach runs on movement, with the I-405 and I-710 feeding the port-adjacent commercial districts and the downtown waterfront drawing crowds to the shoreline attractions. Americal Patrol officers know how this city shifts through the day, from morning freight along the 710 to late nights downtown. That local read is what lets us route patrols around the rhythm of your property, whether it sits near the harbor, along a retail corridor, or in one of the industrial zones feeding the harbor instead of working off a generic template.
- Belmont Shore
- Bixby Knolls
- Naples Island
Why Long Beach Chooses Us
Why Long Beach Property Owners Choose Americal Patrol
Licensed, veteran-owned security trusted by businesses, HOAs, and property managers across Long Beach and Los Angeles County.
Veteran-Owned
A veteran-owned company operating in Southern California for 40 years, with the discipline and accountability that comes from a service background.
Licensed & BSIS Certified
CA PPO-9557. Every officer is BSIS certified, background-checked, and trained. Armed officers hold active California Firearm Permits.
Local, Fast Response
We serve Long Beach and the surrounding Belmont Shore, Bixby Knolls, California Heights, Naples Island, and North Long Beach area. Our officers know the streets and patrol routes, and our 24/7 dispatch answers when you call.
Digital Reporting
GPS-verified patrols and detailed daily activity reports give you a transparent, time-stamped record of every visit to your Long Beach property.
What We Offer
Security Services in Long Beach
As a licensed private security firm, Americal Patrol delivers full security guard services and security patrol services for every property type in Long Beach, backed by 40 years of Southern California field experience and a 24/7 dispatch center.
Armed & Unarmed Guards
Licensed, background-checked officers stationed at your property, deployed armed or unarmed after a vulnerability assessment of your site.
Mobile Patrol
Marked patrol vehicles on staggered, GPS-verified routes covering your property 24/7/365, with detailed daily activity reports.
Fire Watch
Fire watch coverage, following local fire department protocols, for systems offline, construction sites, and code-compliance situations, dispatched on short notice.
HOA & Residential
Parking enforcement, visitor management, and community patrols for gated communities and homeowners associations across Long Beach.
Commercial & Industrial
Office buildings, business parks, warehouses, and manufacturing sites protected by officers familiar with your facility and access protocols.
Event Security
Crowd control, access management, and uniformed presence for corporate events, festivals, and private gatherings throughout Long Beach.
On the Ground in Long Beach
Security built around Long Beach, not a national call center
From gated communities and HOAs to commercial blocks and industrial yards, our officers patrol Long Beach and Los Angeles County the way only a local team can.
Local photos via Wikimedia Commons: Aquarium of the Pacific by Jengod (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the questions Long Beach property owners ask us most.
How much does security guard service cost in Long Beach?
Cost depends on whether you need foot patrol, a stationed guard, or mobile patrol, plus your coverage hours and property size. Many Long Beach businesses along the downtown waterfront and the I-710 industrial corridor control costs with a scheduled patrol model rather than a full-time stationed guard. The best way to get an accurate number is a free consultation.
Do you patrol businesses in the downtown waterfront area and its nearby retail districts?
Yes. We provide foot patrol and mobile coverage for commercial properties throughout the downtown waterfront area, including businesses in the nearby retail and entertainment districts, with parking-lot and common-area checks during the peak evenings, weekends, and event nights when foot traffic and after-hours activity are highest.
Can you cover warehouses and industrial property near the Port of Long Beach?
Yes. We provide overnight patrol, perimeter checks, and after-hours access control for warehouses, distribution centers, and industrial yards in the port-adjacent districts along the I-710 and Pacific Coast Highway corridors. Coverage includes timed checkpoint verification and incident reporting.
Can I get armed security in Long Beach?
Yes, we provide both armed and unarmed officers. Our free consultation includes a risk assessment so we can recommend the right level of coverage for your Long Beach property.
Neighborhoods Served
Long Beach Neighborhoods We Serve
Residential and mixed-use neighborhoods across Long Beach within our patrol and guard service area.
Property in a neighborhood not listed? Call (805) 515-3834 and we will tell you whether we can cover it from our current patrol route or need to extend coverage.
Nearby Service Areas
Nearby Cities We Serve
Looking for security near Long Beach? Our officers also cover these neighboring communities across Los Angeles County.
40+
Years in Business
A+
BBB Rating
3
Counties We Serve
24/7
24 Hour Dispatch
Free Consultation
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Protecting Long Beach Since 1986
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