Los Angeles County · CA PPO-9557
Wilmington Security Guards & Patrol
Licensed, background-checked officers protecting businesses, HOAs, and commercial properties across Wilmington 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 Wilmington
Rooted in Wilmington
We know Wilmington block by block
Wilmington is a working harbor district of the City of Los Angeles, about nine square miles of oil refineries, port terminals, and warehousing wedged between the Harbor Freeway and the Port of Los Angeles. Our officers work it daily, from the Avalon Boulevard spine and the residential blocks to the north, to the refinery rows over the Wilmington Oil Field and the truck corridors along Alameda Street. As a security company in Wilmington, we time each route to the real risks on that property, because a warehouse yard reads nothing like a waterfront park.
- Downtown Wilmington (Avalon Boulevard)
- Wilmington Waterfront
- East Wilmington
Why Wilmington Chooses Us
Why Wilmington Property Owners Choose Americal Patrol
Licensed, veteran-owned security trusted by businesses, HOAs, and property managers across Wilmington 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 Wilmington and the surrounding Wilmington Waterfront, East Wilmington, and Harbor District 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 Wilmington property.
What We Offer
Security Services in Wilmington
As a licensed private security firm, Americal Patrol delivers full security guard services and security patrol services for every property type in Wilmington, 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 Wilmington.
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 Wilmington.
On the Ground in Wilmington
Security built around Wilmington, not a national call center
From gated communities and HOAs to commercial blocks and industrial yards, our officers patrol Wilmington and Los Angeles County the way only a local team can.
Local photos via Wikimedia Commons: Banning Museum by Los Angeles (CC BY-SA 3.0); Drum Barracks by Los Angeles (CC BY-SA 3.0).
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the questions Wilmington property owners ask us most.
How much does a security guard cost in Wilmington?
The cost depends on the type of service you need, how many hours of coverage you want, and the size and layout of your property. A single posted officer at a small lot is priced differently than round-the-clock marked-vehicle patrol across a warehouse yard. We charge no setup fees. Call (805) 515-3834 for a free consultation and a custom quote built around your Wilmington property.
Do you patrol residential and HOA streets in Wilmington?
Yes. We run marked-vehicle and foot patrol for HOA and residential blocks across Wilmington, including the neighborhoods north and east of the Avalon Boulevard corridor. Officers make timed and randomized passes, check gates and common areas, watch for trespass and vehicle break-ins, and document each round so your board has a clear record. We tailor the route and timing to your community's specific problem spots and quiet hours.
Do you cover the refineries, warehouses, and port terminals in Wilmington?
Yes. Industrial and warehouse coverage is a core part of what we do in Wilmington's harbor and refinery district. We provide gate and access control, perimeter rounds on fence lines and yards, marked-vehicle patrol across truck and rail corridors, and standing officers at entry points. Every shift includes incident documentation and reporting, and we coordinate with your site managers and first responders when something needs escalation.
Do you offer both armed and unarmed guards in Wilmington?
Yes. We provide both armed and unarmed uniformed officers, and the right choice depends on your site's risk profile. Many retail, residential, and event settings are well served by unarmed officers with marked-vehicle or foot patrol, while some industrial and after-hours posts call for armed coverage. We are licensed in California under PPO 9557 and can walk you through the right mix during a free consultation at (805) 515-3834.
Neighborhoods Served
Wilmington Neighborhoods We Serve
Residential and mixed-use neighborhoods across Wilmington 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 Wilmington? Our officers also cover these neighboring communities across Los Angeles County.
40+
Years in Business
A+
BBB Rating
3
Counties We Serve
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Protecting Wilmington Since 1986
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