Preventing Vandalism in Los Angeles, CA

Vandalism/Graffiti Prevention Look around your community. Do you see...

• Walls covered with graffiti?
• Knocked-over trashcans or mailboxes?
• Broken street lights?
• Spray paint on stop signs?
• Broken public telephones?
• Missing street and traffic signs?
• Writing or torn pages in library books?
• Public restrooms with broken doors and graffiti?

Vandalism Costs 
Schools pay out millions of dollars each year to clean up graffiti, repair buildings, or replace vandalized equipment. That means less money for new books, computers, sports equipment, and student activities.

Local governments (and their taxpayers) pay the bills for broken street lights, stolen signs, and vandalized parks.

Businesses pass the costs of vandalism on to customers through higher prices.

Vandalism Hurts

People feel angry, sad, and frightened when something of theirs -- a mailbox, a garden, a car antenna -- is destroyed for no reason.

Vandalism indirectly claims other victims -- a child is injured because a stop sign was stolen, a person can't reach 9-1-1 because the public phone is broken.

Who and Why?

Most vandals are young people -- from grade schoolers to teens to young adults -- who damage property for one or more of the following reasons:

• Boredom
• Anger
• Revenge
• Defiance
• Alliance

Graffiti is often the first sign that gangs are taking over a neighborhood. Gangs use graffiti as their street "telegraph," sending messages about turf and advertising their exploits. Graffiti identifies territorial boundaries, lists members, and communicates with rival gangs. The gang says "This place belongs to us."

A community's first step in taking back its streets from gangs is getting rid of graffiti immediately. This power struggle can't be won overnight, but persistent communities working in partnership with law enforcement almost always emerge as victors. Once the graffiti is gone, use landscape designs (such as prickly shrubs or closely planted hedges), building materials (such as hard-to-mark surfaces), lighting, or fences to discourage vandalism.

You Can Help Prevent Vandalism

• Educate the public, especially young people about the costs of vandalism.
• Clean up vandalism as soon as it happens -- replace signs, repair playground equipment, paint over graffiti.
• If you see anyone committing vandalism, report it to the police, school authorities, or someone who can take action.
• Remember, vandalism is a crime.
• Protect your house or apartment from vandalism by using good lighting and locking gates and garages.
• Support recreational programs for young people in your community. Volunteer your time, donate money or supplies, and help in any way you can.

At Citiguard Security Guard Company, we have formed a professional team against acts of vandalism and petty crime. Citiguard's security services in Los Angeles, CA are very important for the security of our urban areas, and no security guard company in Los Angeles, CA has the same ability to stop the vandalism of public and private property. Professionalsecurity guards, vehicle patrol services, armed security officers and all-embracing knowledge pertaining to taggers and their crews result in a very effective way of deterring and capture of vandals.

Call Citiguard today to set up your free consultation with one of our highly-trained security protection consultants.We are specialists in providing the security services that you need to be able to focus your energy upon your business.

CALL: 800-613-5903

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Gas Station Theft Prevention

Citiguard keeps an eye on this emerging crime trend.

Recently, there has been increased media coverage across the country regarding theft at gas stations. The unique setting allows thieves to catch their victims by complete surprise — when they are pumping gas or paying their tab inside the station. Most of the time, gas station customers leave their car doors unlocked and items like purses and wallets are often left in plain view. A thief is able to drive up next to the victim’s car, open an unlocked door, and grab any valuables within reach. Then, the thief quickly drives off. It happens in a matter of seconds.

But these thefts can be easily prevented if the appropriate precautions are taken. Citiguard Security Guard Company recommends the following tips to prevent citizens from becoming victims of theft at area gas stations.

• Pick stations that are well-lit and have video surveillance cameras at the pump.
• Always remove your keys and lock the doors while you are pumping gas.
• Keep valuables out of plain view in your vehicle and lock the doors even if you are going inside for a moment.
• Pay attention to your surroundings.
• Don’t let your cell phone distract you.

 CitiGuard against crime! Our team works hard every day to assure the security and safety of our clients and their properties.

Security Patrol Service Los Angeles and Orange County, CA

Security Patrol Service Los Angeles and Orange County

Citiguard Security Guard Company beats the standard for vehicle patrol security services. According to our clients reviews, all cars make multiple, randomly-timed stops during each patrol period and complete checks of all properties. We realize a low Patrol Agent to Property ratio which allows our patrol staff to grant a advanced level of service.

Services included in Citiguard’s Marked Vehicle Patrols:

•   Closing and Locking Laundry Facilities
•   Closing and Locking Pool Areas
•   Closing and Locking Mail-rooms
•   Closing and Locking Fitness Centers
•   Closing and Locking Recreational Centers
•   Parking Area Control
•   Parking Passes
•   Complex Bike Patrol
•   Residential Complaints
•   Weekly Lights Out Report
•   Trash Accumulation Control; and Graffiti Reporting

Citiguard’s Vehicle Patrol Security Guards must possess the following:

•   Clean Background Check
•   Clean Department of Motor Vehicles Report
•   Guard Card
•   Must Have A Minimum of 5 Years of Experience
•   Must Have Prior Law Enforcement Experience or A Degree from the Department of Justice

We are specialists in providing the security guard services that you need to be able to focus your energy upon your business.

Citiguard - Tips for a safer home

Prevention is better than cure, it is said. Especially when it comes to securing your home or business premises, is reminiscent of burglary correct reflexes. Our specialist in the field Sami Ullah gives some tips and tricks to protect your home or business premises better.

Choose the right system
There are many different systems, but in the base, there are two important differences.

• A wired system is the best choice for new construction or extensive renovation. At the base system can then easily add other wireless devices are added.
• A wireless system is often the best solution when talking about existing buildings is so that no thorough work must be carried out and getting no interior elements damaged. Safe Home, the brand new system of Citiguard Security Guards, is a highly efficient and user-friendly system, which really focused on owners of small business premises or homes.

Think about a maintenance contract
Even though such a system requires little maintenance, yet a maintenance contract is not a luxury. Someone who simply checks whether all the dead batteries or the connections are good, provides the guarantee that the security system works effectively and continues to work!

12 golden safety tips

1. Protect your locks. Choose keys that can not simply be copied and cylinders that are difficult to damage with a drill.
2. Avoid easy-open doors, windows or gates.
3. Block sash windows with wooden beams to thwart intrusion.
4. Place safety rosettes with distinctive locks that stand out compared to the door surface.
5. Use common sense: focus on simple burglary spots.
6. Pay extra attention to access (hallway, garage, kitchen).
7. Ask the advice of a professional locksmith.
8. Do not leave ladders, tables or chairs outside.
9. Always connect windows and skylights if you are not present.
10. Place stickers to discourage burglary.
11. Change of habits (not always leave at the same time).
12. Let us inform you about intrusion techniques.

If you have any query feels free to contact us on 800-613-5903.

RECOGNIZING SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY

SUSPICIOUS VEHICLES

• Slow moving vehicles, vehicles without lights, and/or the course followed appears aimless or repetitive. This is suspicious in any location, but particularly in areas of schools, parks, and playgrounds.
• Vehicles being loaded with valuables are suspicious if parked in front of a closed business or untended residence, even if the vehicle is a legitimate looking commercial unit - possibly even bearing a sign identifying it as a repair vehicle, moving van, etc.
• Abandoned Vehicles : If you suspect an abandoned vehicle may be stolen, you can check the plates against stolen car account or you can report an abandoned vehicle online

SUSPICIOUS BEHAVIOR INVOLVING VEHICLES

• Persons attempting forcibly to enter a locked vehicle, especially at night or in a parking lot.
• Persons detaching mechanical parts or accessories from a vehicle especially at night or in a parking lot.
• Apparent business transactions conducted from a vehicle especially if around schools or parks, and if juveniles are involved.
• Persons being forced into vehicles, especially if juveniles or females.
• Objects thrown from a vehicle, especially while traveling at a high speed.

SUSPICIOUS BEHAVIOR INVOLVING PROPERTY

• Property carried by persons on foot, especially questionable if the person is running. May be significant if the property is not wrapped as if just purchased.
• Property being removed from or being placed into vehicles or buildings if removed from closed residences whose owners are known to be absent.
• Someone offers to sell you something for significantly less than the market value.
• Items that accumulate in private garages, storage areas, or on property if it accumulates, especially if the items are in good condition but not in use. Example: A number of televisions sets being stored in a garage for a long period of time.

SUSPICIOUS BEHAVIOR INVOLVING PEOPLE

• Someone going door-to-door in a residential area if after a few houses are visited, one or more of the subjects goes into a back or side yard. More suspicious if another remains in the front when this occurs.
• Someone waiting in front of a house or business when the owners are absent, or if it is a business and the establishment is closed.
• Someone forcing entrance to or tampering with a residence, business, vehicle, etc.
• A non-resident going into a back or side yard.
• A person running especially if something of value is being carried.

OTHER SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY

• Continuous “Repair” operations at a non-business location.
• Open or broken windows at closed businesses or residences whose owners are temporarily absent.
• Unusual noises such as gunshots, screaming, abnormally barking dogs, or any noise that is suggestive of foul play.
• Unusual smells coming from location.
• Continuous traffic that comes and goes to the same location, usually staying for very short periods of time.

Security Guard Company Los Angeles

Security Guard Company Los Angeles

Citiguard Security Guards is a young and dynamic company from Los Angeles. We are a licensed security company and focus on specific branches in the security industry.

Citiguard Security Guards uses an open all-round approach this combined with a no-nonsense attitude. Due to an individual approach, we try to come to a security concept, which we pursue total customer satisfaction.

No empty promises, but concrete and clear agreements to say to you! This client-driven, open approach we provide excellent quality service.

In short Citiguard Security Guards: Your safety is our concern!

Corporate Headquarters: 
6430 Variel Avenue, Suite 101
Woodland Hills, CA 91367
Main Office: (800) 613-5903
Fax:(818) 456-4609

Citiguard Personal Security

Citiguard Personal Security

In addition to financial motives of criminals now are political-religious motives of terrorist groups the cause of increasing threats in various sectors, from sports to entertainment, from industry to public administration.

Citiguard personal security is formed by objects and devices such as armored cars, security cameras, alarms or safe room for an emergency.

Citiguard Security Guards personal security is security where people are active, such as porters, guards behind the monitoring of security cameras, guards you personally supervise and implement the security plan.

In addition to personal security, it is also possible to choose individual counseling.

In this case, the security team is not in your immediate area but always nearby to intervene when necessary.
Citiguard Security Guards “low profile” Protecting and will at all times the privacy threats seek to minimize limit.

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