Los Angeles County · CA PPO-9557
Manhattan Beach Security Guards & Patrol
Veteran-owned and headquartered in Oxnard since 1986. Licensed, background-checked officers protecting businesses, HOAs, and commercial properties across Manhattan Beach and all of Los Angeles County.
- 24/7/365 Coverage
- CA BSIS Licensed
- Founded 1986
- Serving Manhattan Beach
Rooted in Manhattan Beach
We know Manhattan Beach block by block
Manhattan Beach pairs a busy Downtown and Pier with the residential Sand, Tree, and Hill sections and the office and retail strip along Sepulveda. Americal Patrol officers know how Downtown and The Strand fill on summer weekends, how Manhattan Village and the Sepulveda corridor run their retail hours, and how the residential sections stay quiet block by block. That local knowledge lets us build a patrol route around your property and its surroundings, not a generic beach-town template.
- Sand Section
- Tree Section
- Hill Section
Why Manhattan Beach Chooses Us
Why Manhattan Beach Property Owners Choose Americal Patrol
Licensed, veteran-owned security trusted by businesses, HOAs, and property managers across Manhattan 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 Manhattan Beach and the surrounding The Hill Section, The Sand Section, The Tree Section, and El Porto 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 Manhattan Beach property.
What We Offer
Security Services in Manhattan Beach
Full-spectrum protection for every property type in Manhattan 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 Manhattan 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 Manhattan Beach.
On the Ground in Manhattan Beach
Security built around Manhattan Beach, not a national call center
From gated communities and HOAs to commercial blocks and industrial yards, our officers patrol Manhattan Beach and Los Angeles County the way only a local team can.
Local photos via Wikimedia Commons: Manhattan Beach Pier by Coolcaesar (talk) (Uploads) (CC BY-SA 3.0).
Local Coverage
Manhattan Beach Landmarks & Districts We Patrol Around
Familiar local knowledge is what separates a Los Angeles County security company from a national one. Our supervisors and patrol officers know these locations by name.
Manhattan Beach Pier
Historic concrete pier with the Roundhouse Aquarium at the foot of Manhattan Beach Boulevard. We provide foot and vehicle patrol for the commercial properties and businesses around the pier and beachfront, scaled to the busy summer and weekend crowds.
Manhattan Village
Open-air shopping center anchored by Macy's on Sepulveda Boulevard, recently expanded with new Village Shops dining and retail. Retail foot patrol, parking coverage, and after-hours checks for the storefronts and commercial tenants in and around this high-traffic center.
Downtown Manhattan Beach
Walkable seaside business district of retailers and restaurants along Manhattan Beach Boulevard and Highland Avenue near the pier. We patrol the storefronts, parking, and commercial properties across this dense retail core, with extra foot coverage on busy weekends.
Skechers Corporate Headquarters
Global headquarters campus of footwear company Skechers on Sepulveda Boulevard. We provide overnight patrol, access control, and parking coverage for the office and commercial properties in the corridor around this large corporate campus.
Polliwog Park
The city's largest park, with a pond, amphitheater, and the Manhattan Beach Historical Society museum on Manhattan Beach Boulevard. We patrol the residential and commercial properties around the park, supporting visible daytime presence and after-hours checks.
Manhattan Beach Art Center
City-operated cultural arts center hosting exhibitions, classes, and community events on Manhattan Beach Boulevard. Foot patrol and after-hours coverage for the businesses and commercial properties around this civic and event venue.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the questions Manhattan Beach property owners ask us most.
How much does security guard service cost in Manhattan Beach?
Cost depends on whether you need foot patrol, a stationed guard, or mobile patrol, plus your coverage hours, property size, and risk level. Many Manhattan Beach businesses around Downtown, the pier, and the Sepulveda retail corridor control costs with a scheduled patrol model rather than a full-time stationed guard. Our unarmed rate starts at $31 per hour. The best way to get an accurate number is a free consultation.
Do you cover Downtown Manhattan Beach, the Pier, and the beachfront?
Yes. We provide foot patrol and mobile coverage for the storefronts, restaurants, parking, and commercial properties in Downtown Manhattan Beach and around the pier and The Strand, with extra foot coverage during the busy summer and weekend periods.
Can you provide overnight patrol for offices and retail along Sepulveda?
Yes. The Sepulveda corridor around Manhattan Village and the Skechers campus runs its own retail and office hours, and we provide access control, perimeter patrol, and parking coverage there, scaled to each property's hours and tenant mix.
Can I get armed security in Manhattan 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 Manhattan Beach property.
Neighborhoods Served
Manhattan Beach Neighborhoods Where We Currently Patrol
A representative list of Manhattan Beach residential and mixed-use districts under active Americal Patrol contracts or where our officers conduct regular patrol passes.
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 Manhattan 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
Protecting Manhattan Beach Since 1986
Ready to Secure Your Manhattan Beach Property?
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