Security Guard & Private Security Companies in Racine, Wisconsin

11 security guard and private security companies in Racine, Wisconsin. Ranked by license status, profile views and recommendations.

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Agency 36 LLC

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Racine, WI

Security GuardsEvent SecurityResidential & HOA Security+8

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Condition One Ready-Tactical LLC

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Racine, WI

Security GuardsEvent SecurityResidential & HOA Security+8

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Fair Xchange Investigations & Consulting Group

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Racine, WI

Security GuardsEvent SecurityResidential & HOA Security+9

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Gold Guard Protection LLC

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Racine, WI

Security GuardsExecutive ProtectionEvent Security+9

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Metro Private Police LLC

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Racine, WI

Security GuardsEvent SecurityResidential & HOA Security+8

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People Property Protection Agency LLC

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Racine, WI

Security GuardsExecutive ProtectionEvent Security+9

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Phantom Security LLC

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Racine, WI

Security GuardsEvent SecurityResidential & HOA Security+8

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Reyes World Security and Investigations Corp

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Racine, WI

Security GuardsEvent SecurityResidential & HOA Security+8

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Shield Protective Services, LLC

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Racine, WI

Security GuardsEvent SecurityResidential & HOA Security+8

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Stt Inc

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Racine, WI

Security GuardsEvent SecurityResidential & HOA Security+8

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WI Investigative Services LLC

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Racine, WI

Security GuardsEvent SecurityResidential & HOA Security+8

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Private security in Racine

Racine is a Lake Michigan manufacturing city between Milwaukee and Kenosha, home to major industry including SC Johnson and CNH, a working lakefront and harbor, and a dense residential base. Manufacturing plants, distribution facilities, downtown and retail corridors, and residential neighborhoods drive demand for industrial site guards, gate access control, retail loss prevention, and mobile patrol, with Mount Pleasant and Sturtevant adding logistics and commercial work at cost-competitive Midwest rates.

How to choose a security company in Racine

The providers below are ranked on merit, but the final check is yours. Work through these four steps before you sign anything in Racine:

1Verify the license yourself. Ask for the license number in writing and look it up on the official state registry — not the certificate the company shows you. A license can be expired, suspended or revoked while the paperwork still looks valid.
2Check the guards, not just the company. A licensed firm can still staff your site with unregistered officers. Ask whether the guards actually assigned to you hold current credentials, and who covers a no-show.
3Get the certificate of insurance directly from the carrier. Request it naming you as certificate holder. If a guard is injured or causes harm on your property and the provider is uninsured, that liability lands on you.
4Compare 2–3 written quotes. Insist on the bill rate, the guard's pay rate and what happens on overtime and holidays. A quote well under the local market usually means an underpaid post with high turnover — which is how coverage gaps start.

Security licensing requirements in Wisconsin

Private security in Wisconsin is licensed at the state level by the the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS). A legitimate company operating in Racine holds a Private Detective/Security Agency license, which means it has cleared Wisconsin DSPS's ownership, background-check and insurance requirements. Ask for that license number in writing and verify it yourself — a certificate on the wall tells you nothing about current standing, since a license can be suspended or revoked.

Guard credential: a Private Security Permit (the holder is a “Private Security Person”); no state-mandated unarmed training — the permit requires an application, fingerprints, and a state and FBI background check with an absolute felony bar
Armed officers: a DSPS Firearms Permit (or, alternatively, a Wisconsin concealed-carry license); a 36-hour firearm training program for the DSPS Firearms Permit (valid one year, with a 6-hour annual refresher) · Minimum age 18
Insurance: $100,000 in liability coverage or a bond — but if any employee is armed, liability insurance is required and a bond is not allowed
Renewal: Licenses renew every two years (the individual permit in even years, the agency license in odd years) — check the issue date, not just the status.

Hiring an unlicensed company is a risk you carry. In Wisconsin, operating without a license is misdemeanor (Wis. Stat. § 440.26(8)). Operating unlicensed, or knowingly employing someone who advertises or works unlicensed as a private detective/security person, is fined $100-$500, imprisoned 3-6 months, or both; conviction also makes the offender ineligible for a license for one year and can trigger revocation or suspension of the employing agency's license.

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How safe is Racine? The data behind the decision

Racine scores 68/100 on our Crime Index (grade C), which makes it safer than 41% of the 759 US cities we track. The index is built from FBI Crime Data Explorer reports for a population of 78,032.

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Crime Index

Violent crime: 415; per 100,000 residents
Property crime: 1,351; per 100,000 residents
Homicide: 2.6; per 100,000 residents

Crime rates describe a city, not a specific address — the right level of coverage depends on your block, your hours and what you're protecting. Use the neighborhood breakdown to see how Racine varies internally before you scope a contract.

See the full Racine Crime Index and neighborhood breakdown

Frequently asked questions about private security in Racine

What license do security guards in Racine need?

Wisconsin regulates security statewide through the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS), so there's no separate Racine license. The company must hold a Private Detective/Security Agency credential (DSPS credential type 62, which covers both guard companies and detective agencies), and each individual guard must hold a Private Security Person permit. Confirm both the agency credential and the individual permits on the DSPS online license lookup, and verify the provider's insurance, before you sign — a lapsed or inactive credential is a red flag.

How does Racine's manufacturing base shape security demand?

Racine is a Lake Michigan manufacturing city between Milwaukee and Kenosha, home to major industry including SC Johnson and CNH. Manufacturing plants, distribution facilities and a working harbor drive industrial site guards, gate access control, overnight yard patrol, and mobile patrol of commercial corridors. Downtown and retail areas add loss-prevention work, while the Mount Pleasant development corridor and Sturtevant contribute logistics and commercial demand. A provider experienced with plant-site access control and after-hours industrial coverage is the right fit for most Racine buyers.

How much does private security cost in Racine?

Racine bills at cost-competitive Midwest rates, below the coasts, and slightly under Milwaukee though its corridor location keeps wages moderate. A standing unarmed post over a 12-hour daily shift runs a monthly rate built on roughly $18–$27/hour before markup; armed posts bill higher, while shared mobile patrol across several sites costs far less per property than a dedicated guard. Request two or three quotes from DSPS-licensed agencies and compare scope — whether a standing post, a patrol route, or a mix best fits your risk and budget.

Is retail and residential security a significant market in Racine?

Yes. Beyond the industrial base, Racine's downtown and retail corridors sustain loss-prevention and storefront work, and a dense residential base drives mobile patrol and neighborhood coverage. Mount Pleasant and Sturtevant add commercial and logistics demand tied to ongoing development. Many buyers want a provider that can cover both manufacturing and distribution posts and everyday retail or residential patrol, so a company comfortable across settings — and staffed with licensed DSPS officers — tends to be the practical choice.

How many private security companies are there in Racine?

Our directory lists 11 security guard and private security companies in Racine. Most hold an active license with the the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) (Wisconsin DSPS) and offer on-site security guards, executive protection, corporate security, mobile patrol and alarm monitoring.

How are security companies in Racine ranked?

Companies are ranked on merit: those with a verified, active state license come first, followed by verified reviews and track record. Reviews count 7 days after they're published. If you only want to see companies with a verified license, check the list of state licensed security companies in Racine.

How much does it cost to hire private security in Racine?

Costs vary by service type. A security guard post in Racine runs between $7,400 and $12,000 per month for a 12h daily post; an executive protection agent between $14,000 and $32,000 per month; event security between $32 and $55 per guard per hour. We recommend requesting 2-3 quotes to compare.

What services do private security companies in Racine offer?

Security companies in Racine offer on-site security guards, armed security, mobile patrol, event security, executive protection, corporate security, warehouse and industrial security, residential and HOA security, alarm monitoring, video surveillance and security consulting. Each profile details the specific services each provider offers.

How do I verify that a security company in Racine is licensed?

Each profile shows the company's license status and, where available, its license number. Cross-check it on Wisconsin DSPS's public license lookup. If a company doesn't appear, or its license shows as expired, suspended or revoked, don't hire it. The official lookup for Wisconsin is Wisconsin DSPS — License Lookup: https://license.wi.gov/s/license-lookup

How do I request security quotes in Racine?

Use our quote form to describe what you need (type of service, area within Racine, shifts, number of guards) and we share your request with licensed companies so interested providers can contact you with a quote. It's 100% free with no obligation.

How quickly can I hire private security in Racine?

For standard services like on-site guards or alarm monitoring, coverage can typically start within 48-72 hours of accepting a quote. For specialized services (executive protection, large events), expect 5-10 business days for personnel selection, screening and site onboarding.

What's the risk of hiring an unlicensed security company in Racine?

If an incident occurs involving personnel from an unlicensed company, you can face negligent-hiring liability. Unlicensed operators also frequently lack certified training, guard registration (guard cards) and active liability insurance, and states can fine businesses that knowingly use them. Always verify the state license before signing a contract.

Private security in Racine

How to choose a security company in Racine

The providers below are ranked on merit, but the final check is yours. Work through these four steps before you sign anything in Racine:

1Verify the license yourself. Ask for the license number in writing and look it up on the official state registry — not the certificate the company shows you. A license can be expired, suspended or revoked while the paperwork still looks valid.

2Check the guards, not just the company. A licensed firm can still staff your site with unregistered officers. Ask whether the guards actually assigned to you hold current credentials, and who covers a no-show.

3Get the certificate of insurance directly from the carrier. Request it naming you as certificate holder. If a guard is injured or causes harm on your property and the provider is uninsured, that liability lands on you.

4Compare 2–3 written quotes. Insist on the bill rate, the guard's pay rate and what happens on overtime and holidays. A quote well under the local market usually means an underpaid post with high turnover — which is how coverage gaps start.

Security licensing requirements in Wisconsin

Guard credential

a Private Security Permit (the holder is a “Private Security Person”)

no state-mandated unarmed training — the permit requires an application, fingerprints, and a state and FBI background check with an absolute felony bar

Armed officers

a DSPS Firearms Permit (or, alternatively, a Wisconsin concealed-carry license)

a 36-hour firearm training program for the DSPS Firearms Permit (valid one year, with a 6-hour annual refresher) · Minimum age 18

Insurance

$100,000 in liability coverage or a bond — but if any employee is armed, liability insurance is required and a bond is not allowed

Renewal

Licenses renew every two years (the individual permit in even years, the agency license in odd years) — check the issue date, not just the status.

Frequently asked questions about private security in Racine

What license do security guards in Racine need?

How does Racine's manufacturing base shape security demand?

How much does private security cost in Racine?

Is retail and residential security a significant market in Racine?

How many private security companies are there in Racine?

How are security companies in Racine ranked?

How much does it cost to hire private security in Racine?

What services do private security companies in Racine offer?

How do I verify that a security company in Racine is licensed?

How do I request security quotes in Racine?

How quickly can I hire private security in Racine?

What's the risk of hiring an unlicensed security company in Racine?