Licensed. Insured. Bonded.
Security Guard Company in Los Angeles
Armed and unarmed security officers for businesses, properties and events across Los Angeles and Southern California. Trained, supervised and ready 24/7.
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14828
California PPO license
Since 2003
Serving Los Angeles
1 in 10
Of applicants hired
24/7
Dispatch and support
- 01Unarmed Security OfficersProfessional, uniformed officers for access control, patrol and a visible deterrent.
- 02Armed Security OfficersLicensed armed officers for sites that need the highest level of deterrence and response.
- 03Concierge SecurityFront desk presence that blends hospitality with security for lobbies and residences.
- 04Courtesy PatrolFriendly, visible patrols for communities, retail centers and parking areas.
- 05General PatrolScheduled and random patrols with checkpoint reporting for multiple sites.
- 06Loss PreventionOfficers trained to reduce theft and shrink in retail and warehouse settings.
- 07Fire WatchFire watch coverage when alarms or sprinklers are out of service.
- 08Plainclothes OfficersDiscreet coverage where a uniform is not the right fit.
- 09Event SecurityCrowd management, entry control and safety planning for events of any size.
Industries
Industries we protect
Every sector has different risks. We staff and train accordingly.
Commercial Real EstateLobby, access and after hours coverage for office and mixed use buildings.
Residential and HOAGate, patrol and concierge coverage for apartments, condos and HOA communities.
Construction SitesOvernight and weekend protection for equipment, materials and open sites.
Retail and Shopping CentersLoss prevention, patrol and customer friendly presence for stores and centers.
HealthcareCalm, professional officers for clinics, medical offices and care facilities.
Hotels and HospitalityGuest friendly security for hotels, restaurants and venues.
Film Productions and EventsSet, location and event security for productions, conventions and special occasions.
Industrial and WarehouseGate control, patrol and loss prevention for warehouses and industrial yards.
Why KARAS
Why companies choose KARAS
- Selective hiring
- Only one out of ten applicants is accepted. Every officer passes background screening, drug testing and an English skills assessment.
- Field supervision
- Supervisors make random inspections on every shift and are themselves tracked by GPS.
- Fast response
- Our communication center is staffed 24 hours a day by KARAS employees, never an answering service.
- Clear reporting
- The officer on duty files a detailed Daily Activity Report at the end of every shift.
01 – 04
How it works
- 01
Request
Send the form or call us.
- 02
Walkthrough
We visit your site and assess risks.
- 03
Custom plan
You get a written plan and a clear price.
- 04
Deployment
Trained officers start on your schedule.
Trusted by local businesses
Customer reviews
Who we serve
- Gated communities
- Apartment buildings
- Home owner associations
- Office buildings
- Shopping centers
- Malls and swap meets
- Supermarkets
- Restaurants
- Hotels and motels
- Resorts
- Conventions and special events
- Film productions
- Construction sites
- Warehouses
- Manufacturing plants
- Auto auctions
- Medical clinics and hospitals
- Community centers
- Fumigation sites
“Karas Security has been the most professional, honest and reliable company thus far. Anytime I call them it's an easy process. The guards are all very well liked by my tenants and always go the extra mile.”
“I manage multiple homeowner associations and have worked with Karas Security Services numerous times. They have assisted me during fumigations, lengthy garage gate repairs, as well as other issues requiring security services. Alex has been an absolute pleasure to work with and is very responsive!”
“Karas Security was incredibly helpful when I needed to hire someone last minute! Alex the owner was professional and efficient. He sent someone over right away, the security guard called me when he arrived and took photos of the property and sent them to me as soon as he walked the property.”
Reviews quoted word for word from our public page on Yelp
Areas
Where we work
Based in Los Angeles, serving Southern California.
FAQ
Common questions
Are your officers licensed?+
Yes. All KARAS officers are California guard carded, licensed, bonded and insured, and complete a minimum 40 hour training course before they are assigned to a post.
How fast can you start?+
After a site walkthrough we can usually plan coverage quickly. Urgent needs such as fire watch are handled first.
Can I get a price without a visit?+
You can send the form for a first estimate. A walkthrough gives the most accurate price.
Do you cover short term jobs?+
Yes. We staff one day events as well as long term contracts.
Ready to protect your site?
Tell us what you need and get a custom plan.