Professional Security Services for Chicagoland
Our security guard services include armed and unarmed officers, mobile patrol, event security and more, planned around your property and staffed by trained, licensed professionals.
A Chicagoland Security Company Built on Accountability
Chi Town Guards is a security company based in Chicago, Illinois, protecting businesses, schools, places of worship, events and homes across Chicago and its suburbs. We provide trained, licensed security officers for one-night events and for long-term posts that run 24 hours a day.
Every client gets a plan built around their property and their risks, not a one-size package. You work with a dedicated point of contact, your officers report on every shift, and if your needs change, we adjust coverage quickly.
Whether you need one unarmed officer at a front desk or a full team for a large event, the standard is the same: professional, dependable, visible security that keeps your people and property safe.
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Tell us what you need and we’ll get back to you quickly. Prefer to talk? Call (224) 519-3228.
Security Services for Every Property & Event
Choose a single service or combine several. Each one is staffed, supervised and reported on by our team. All of our security guard services come with a dedicated contact and clear reporting.
Armed Security
Licensed armed officers for sites where the risk is higher and a stronger deterrent is needed.
- High-value and high-risk locations
- Cash handling and banking
- Cannabis, jewelry and luxury retail
Unarmed Security
Uniformed officers who deter problems, control access and give visitors a professional first impression.
- Lobby, front desk and concierge posts
- Access control and visitor logs
- Foot patrols and daily activity reports
Event Security
Planning and staffing that keeps guests safe and your event running smoothly from setup to last call.
- Entry screening and bag checks
- Crowd management and VIP areas
- Weddings, concerts, festivals, galas
Mobile Patrol
Marked patrol visits that cover one or several properties for less than a full-time officer.
- Scheduled and random patrol visits
- Door, lock and lighting checks
- Report after every visit
Retail Security
A calm, customer-friendly presence that reduces theft and helps your staff feel safe at work.
- Loss prevention and theft deterrence
- Opening and closing escorts
- Stores, malls and shopping centers
Places of Worship Security
Respectful, discreet protection so your congregation can gather with peace of mind.
- Churches, mosques, synagogues, temples
- Weekly services and holidays
- Parking lot and entrance coverage
School Security
Officers who protect students and staff while supporting a positive learning environment.
- Entrance and visitor management
- Arrival, dismissal and events
- Support for emergency plans
Business Security
Protection for the places you work, from a single office to warehouses and job sites.
- Offices and corporate campuses
- Warehouses and industrial sites
- Construction site security
Residential Security
Peace of mind for residents with visible officers and patrols around the places they live.
- Apartment and condo buildings
- HOAs and gated communities
- Private homes and estates
Security Escort
A trained officer at your side so employees, executives and guests get where they’re going safely.
- Employee walks to vehicles and transit
- Executive and VIP escort
- Escorts for deposits and valuables
Response & Lockup
We respond when your alarm goes off and open or lock up your building on schedule.
- Alarm response and property checks
- Scheduled opening and lock-up
- Incident reports to the owner
Emergency Staffing
Fast deployment of officers when something unexpected leaves your property exposed.
- After break-ins or vandalism
- Fire, flood and storm damage
- Labor disputes and sudden staff gaps
Start With Security Consulting
We walk your site, look at your risks and your daily operations, and give you a clear plan, including whether you need guards at all. It’s the smart first step before you hire.
What Comes With Every Service
No matter which service you choose, you get the same level of professionalism and support.
- Licensed, screened officersBackground-checked and licensed under Illinois law, and trained for your type of site.
- A plan written for your sitePost orders that tell officers exactly what to watch for and what to do.
- Supervision you can seeSupervisors check in on posts so standards stay high on every shift.
- Clear reportingDaily activity reports and incident reports, so you always know what happened.
- One point of contactA real person who knows your account and answers when you call.
- Flexible coverageAdd officers, change hours or cover a special event without starting over.
Armed vs. Unarmed Security
Most sites are well protected by unarmed officers. Here’s how to tell which fits your situation.
Unarmed Security
Best for most properties and events
- Offices, lobbies and residential buildings
- Retail stores and shopping centers
- Schools, places of worship and most events
- Access control, patrols and customer service
- A visible, approachable deterrent
Armed Security
Best for higher-risk situations
- Banks, cash handling and valuable inventory
- Cannabis dispensaries and jewelry stores
- Sites with a history of serious incidents
- Executive protection and high-risk escorts
- The strongest visible deterrent
Questions About Our Services
Can I combine more than one service?
Yes. Many clients combine services, for example an unarmed officer during business hours with mobile patrol overnight, or event security added to an existing contract. We’ll build the mix that fits your property and budget.
Do you offer short-term or one-time security?
Yes. We cover one-time events, short-term projects and emergencies, as well as long-term contracts.
How is the price of security services set?
Cost depends on the type of officer (armed or unarmed), the number of officers and hours, how long the contract runs and the needs of the site. After a free assessment, we give you a clear written quote.
Are your security officers licensed?
Yes. Our officers are licensed in Illinois, and armed officers hold the additional firearm credentials the state requires.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve every Chicago neighborhood and the surrounding suburbs from our office in Rogers Park, on Chicago’s North Side.
Get a Free Security Assessment
Tell us what you need protected and we’ll recommend the right security guard services for your site.