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Office & Commercial Building Security Guards in Los Angeles
Your employees and clients should feel safe the moment they walk through the door.
Professional office security isn't about intimidation—it's about creating an environment where people can focus on work, visitors feel welcome, and problems never have a chance to develop. Since 1997, businesses throughout Los Angeles County have relied on Scaife Protection Services to protect their people, property, and operations.
Our office security guards understand the balance between visible security presence and professional business atmosphere. They're often the first person visitors interact with—and that matters.
What Office Security Guards Actually Do
Lobby & Reception Security
The first point of contact. Greeting visitors, verifying credentials, managing sign-ins, directing people where they need to go. Professional presence that's welcoming to legitimate visitors.
Access Control
Managing who enters which areas. Some spaces are open to visitors, some are employee-only, some require special authorization. Guards enforce these boundaries professionally.
Visitor Management
Logging who comes in, who they're meeting, when they leave. Creating accountability and documentation for your records.
Buildings don't stop being valuable at 5pm. After-hours guards protect against break-ins, vandalism, and unauthorized access when regular staff is gone.
Patrol Services
Regular rounds checking floors, stairwells, parking structures, and common areas. Security presence throughout the building, not just at the front desk.
Incident Response
When something happens—disturbance, medical emergency, suspicious activity—responding appropriately and coordinating with emergency services when needed.
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License: PPO-12958 | Fully licensed, bonded, and insured
Comprehensive Office Security Services
Our security guards help businesses reduce risks and maintain a safe environment through:
- Building and parking area access control
- Property policy enforcement
- Suspicious behavior monitoring
- Regular mobile patrols
- Security incident reporting
- Prompt emergency response
- Fire watch services
- Front gate and lobby protection
- Evacuation assistance
- Conflict de-escalation
- Parking lot and garage security
- Visitor escort services
Types of Commercial Properties We Secure
Office Buildings
Single-tenant or multi-tenant. High-rise or low-rise. Traditional lobby security, floor patrol, parking garage coverage.
Corporate Campuses
Multiple buildings, larger footprints, more complex access control needs. Coordinated security across the entire campus.
Healthcare facilities, law offices, financial services—properties where confidentiality matters and certain visitors may need extra scrutiny.
Shopping plazas, strip malls, mixed-use developments. Common area security, parking lot patrol, coordinated coverage across multiple tenants.
Co-Working Spaces
Shared spaces with constantly changing users require adaptable security approaches and professional visitor management.
Multi-floor security, elevator access control, stairwell monitoring, and comprehensive building-wide coverage.
The Professional Difference
Office security guards represent your building. They're often the first person visitors interact with. That matters.
Appearance: Clean, professional uniforms. Guards who look like they belong in a business environment.
Demeanor: Courteous to visitors. Helpful with directions. Professional in their interactions. Not aggressive, not casual—appropriately business-like.
Communication: Guards who can speak clearly, take accurate messages, and communicate effectively with tenants and management.
Judgment: Knowing when something's a real concern vs. a misunderstanding. When to intervene vs. when to observe. When to call for backup vs. handle it solo.
We screen for these qualities because technical security skills aren't enough in a professional office environment.
Coverage Options
Business Hours
Guards present when the building is active. Lobby security, visitor management, visible presence throughout the workday.
Extended Hours
Coverage that spans before and after normal business hours—for buildings where some tenants work early or late.
After-Hours Security
Overnight protection when the building is closed. Patrol, alarm response, preventing unauthorized access.
Why Choose Scaife Protection Services
27 Years of Commercial Security Experience
Since 1997, we've protected office buildings, corporate campuses, and commercial properties throughout Los Angeles County. We understand what professional office security requires—and we deliver it consistently.
Trained, Professional Guards
Our guards are more than certified—they're selected for the professional demeanor that office environments require. Many have backgrounds in military or law enforcement. All receive training on customer service, de-escalation, and professional communication. Learn about our licensing and training →
Most office security needs are well-served by professional unarmed guards. For high-risk situations or specific requirements, armed security is available. Read our comparison guide →
Building Management Partnership
Security works best when integrated with building operations. We coordinate with property managers, maintenance teams, and tenant representatives. We're not separate from building operations—we're part of the team.
Service Areas
Office and commercial building security throughout Los Angeles County:
Business Districts
We serve commercial properties throughout LA County's business centers and office parks.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does office security cost?
Depends on coverage hours, number of guards, and specific requirements. Daytime lobby coverage costs differently than 24/7 multi-guard deployment. See our pricing guide or call for a quote: (323) 786-8140.
Can guards handle front desk duties?
Within reason. Guards can greet visitors, manage sign-ins, direct guests, and handle basic reception tasks. They're not administrative assistants, but they can provide professional front-of-house presence.
What about parking garage security?
Yes. Parking structures are common targets for vehicle break-ins and other crimes. Guards can patrol parking areas as part of building coverage.
Do you work with property management companies?
Absolutely. We work with property managers on multi-tenant buildings throughout LA County. We understand the dynamics of third-party property management.
Can you provide security for a single tenant within a building?
Yes. If you're a tenant needing security for just your space within a larger building, we can structure coverage accordingly.
How quickly can you start coverage?
We offer same-day deployment for urgent needs. For planned security assignments, we typically deploy within 24-48 hours.
Do you provide armed guards for offices?
When appropriate. Most office security needs are well-served by unarmed guards, but armed security is available for high-risk situations. Read our comparison →
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Create a Secure Environment for Your Business
Your building's security affects everyone who works there and everyone who visits. Professional security creates the foundation for a productive, professional environment.
Let's discuss what security looks like for your building.
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Scaife Protection Services: 27 years protecting LA County commercial properties. Fully licensed, bonded, and insured.