Security patrol services can help prevent theft and vandalism on your property. Mostly, theft and vandalism are crimes of opportunity. They don't want to get caught, and so the mere act of having a guard who patrols the property is enough to dissuade those who are just looking for an easy target. Those who are truly determined to target your business may be less deterred, but are more likely to get caught, which may lead you to be able to recoup stolen property or the costs of repair.

You may think that you can't afford private security, but you should definitely take a look at some hard numbers before you make that determination. Many private security services are willing to work with you on what kind of protection you feel you need. A fairly common practice is to combine remote security with patrolling services. This is a fairly good budget option. It still gives you the advantage of having someone on the property, but you will not need nearly as many people on the ground, as you will also have someone watching remotely, through cameras. The one watching through cameras can alert the patrolling guard to anything that needs their attention. This is particularly good if the area you need to be watched is large but you don't have the budget for the large network of security staff you would otherwise need.

Having security patrol services also makes things safer for your employees, especially if you opt to go for walkout services, where guards will watch or even physically walk with employees to their cars. A dark parking lot that's mostly empty is an easy target, especially if you run a cash business and do the deposit at night. Depending on your business, that could be hundreds or even thousands of dollars. Having a guard present can make it a much more difficult target. In addition, it can make your employees feel safer and more secure at your business. In general, happier employees make for a better work environment for everybody.

Private security companies are aware that there is no one ideal solution that works for every business or property and are often willing to work with you to make the perfect security plan, one that suits your security needs as well as your budgetary requirements. Though they will likely tell you that an ounce of prevention beats a pound of cure. Spending money now can prevent you from losing money later.