Which Security Service Do You Need in Spokane?
Patrol vs. on-site guard vs. event security — compared honestly
Different problems need different coverage. Here is how our three core services compare, with real pricing — so you can pick the right one before you call.
Service comparison
- Mobile Patrol — Best for: Properties that need regular checks without a full-time guard: parking lots, buildings, construction sites. Pricing: $25 per visit. How it works: An officer visits on a scheduled or randomized plan, checks your priority areas, and documents each visit.
- On-Site Guard — Best for: Sites that need a constant armed presence: entrances, high-value assets, sensitive operations. Pricing: $65 per officer per hour. How it works: A dedicated armed officer works your post under written post orders for the full shift.
- Event Security — Best for: Organizers who need coverage for a specific date: venues, private functions, public gatherings. Pricing: $65 per officer per hour. How it works: Armed officers cover entrances, patrol the venue, support guests and staff, and document incidents.
One thing to know: every Columbia Protection officer is armed. We don't offer unarmed guards — if your situation calls for an armed presence, that's what we do.
Frequently asked questions
Q: Which option is the cheapest? A: Mobile patrol, at $25 per visit. If your property doesn't need someone there full-time, patrol usually gives you the most coverage per dollar.
Q: How do I know whether I need patrol or a full-time guard? A: If the site needs eyes on it continuously or a controlled entrance, you need a guard. If periodic checks and a visible presence are enough, patrol does the job for less.
Q: Do you offer unarmed guards? A: No — all Columbia Protection officers are armed.
Q: Can I combine services? A: Yes. A common setup is event coverage for the date plus patrol visits before and after, or a guard at the main entrance with patrol covering the rest of the property. Call (509) 342-7233 and we'll design it.
Q: How fast can coverage start? A: Call with the location, schedule, and what you need covered and we'll tell you plainly what's available.
Q: Are you licensed? A: Yes. Columbia Protection LLC is a licensed security guard agency in Washington (CJTC Agency #24000659) and a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business based in Spokane, WA.
Related services
- Event Security in Spokane
- Armed Security Guards in Spokane
- Mobile Security Patrol in Spokane
- Security Guard Costs in Spokane
"Easley the most Professional and exceptional proforming Security company in eastern Washington" — Donald Larson, 5-star Google review
Columbia Protection LLC — a licensed security guard agency in Washington (CJTC Agency #24000659) and a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business based in Spokane, WA.