When choosing between armed and unarmed security, ask yourself what is your primary goal. If you are concerned about potential attacks and the safety of your guests, then perhaps an armed officer is your best option. Armed officers provide a high level of quality and proactive security. If you believe the presence of armed officers might make guests feel uneasy or intimidated, our officers can wear suits and casual attire to blend in. But if you’re looking to deter a potential crime, we recommend having them in their uniforms.

You also should ask yourself how much room you have in your budget for security services. Armed officers are paid more than unarmed guards because of their level of training and experience, as well as the insurance and licensing requirements. Although no security firm or police department would recommend letting cost sway your decision to leave your event, guests or assets under-protected, we understand the need to keep costs low. The potential losses of operating an unsecured facility far outweigh the proactive investment of high-quality security guards.