Mobile Patrol Security gives your property a visible, active security presence without the cost of full-time on-site guards. Our GPS-tracked patrol vehicles cover large properties, multi-site portfolios, and high-risk locations across BC and Alberta conducting scheduled checks, randomized deterrence patrols, and rapid alarm responses, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
With over 30 years of mobile patrol operations since 1993, we have the experience and the fleet to protect the properties that matter most to our clients.
Types of Mobile Patrol
We offer three core patrol modes, and you can combine them to match the risk profile of your property.
- Scheduled patrols:- Guards visit your property at pre-agreed times. Best suited for lock/unlock services, routine perimeter checks, and properties with consistent evening or overnight risk windows.
- Randomized patrols:- Patrol times are varied and unpredictable. This removes any pattern that opportunistic criminals could identify and exploit, making it the most effective deterrent for high-risk or repeat-incident locations.
- Alarm response patrols:- When your alarm is triggered, our nearest available patrol unit is dispatched immediately. Our guards assess the situation, coordinate with law enforcement if needed, and secure the property.
- On-demand deployment:- Call our dispatch centre at any time to have a patrol unit sent to your location. Available 24/7 for any security need that falls outside your scheduled coverage.
What Our Mobile Patrol Guards Do
On every patrol, our guards carry out a structured set of checks tailored to your property. A standard patrol inspection covers:
- Exterior and interior perimeter checks
- Lock and unlock of designated access points
- Verification of security systems, alarms, and lighting
- Identification of unauthorized individuals or suspicious activity
- Hazard checks including environmental conditions, blocked exits, and safety risks
- Real-time incident reporting via our mobile app with GPS-stamped location data
Technology That Makes Every Patrol Accountable
Every technology feature in our mobile patrol service exists to give you verifiable proof of coverage and evidence when incidents occur.
- Real-time GPS tracking on every patrol vehicle:- gives you a timestamped record of exactly when and where each patrol occurred. Use this data to validate guard performance, support insurance negotiations, or respond to incident investigations with hard evidence.
- Dash-cams on all patrol vehicles:- capture objective footage of every alarm response and site visit. This footage protects you against false liability claims, supports insurance submissions, and provides video evidence for law enforcement.
- Mobile app incident reporting:- guards file GPS-tagged incident reports in real time from the field. After every patrol or incident, you receive a one-page PDF report with photo evidence and a clear activity summary, delivered electronically to your team.
- Prominently branded patrol vehicles:- the visible presence of our marked fleet acts as a deterrent to criminal activity. Potential offenders can see that a licensed security company is actively monitoring the property.
Our Guard Standards
All Imperial Security mobile patrol guards hold valid provincial security licences under BC’s Security Services Act and Alberta’s Security Services and Investigators Act, as applicable to their province of operation. Guards carry their licence while on duty.
Beyond licensing requirements, our mobile guards are selected for their experience in patrol environments, incident reporting accuracy, and professional conduct. Many carry First Aid certification.
All mobile patrol guards are covered under WorkSafeBC (BC). Imperial Security Group carries full general liability insurance. Proof of both is available on request.
Properties and Industries We Serve
Our mobile patrol service is suited to any property that requires a visible deterrent and reliable after-hours coverage, including:
- Construction and development sites:- protect equipment, materials, and restricted site access overnight and on weekends in Metro Vancouver, the Lower Mainland, Calgary, and Edmonton.
- Parkades and surface lots:- prevent vehicle theft, vandalism, and after-hours trespass in high-turnover or unattended lots.
- Strata communities and residential high-rises:- maintain a security presence across shared property, parking, and access points without the cost of a dedicated on-site guard.
- Retail and commercial properties:- deter after-hours break-ins and respond to alarm activations before your staff arrive.
- Industrial facilities and warehouses:- protect inventory, equipment, and perimeter access across large sites that foot patrols cannot cover efficiently.
- Property management portfolios:- cover multiple sites under one contract with a single dispatch point and consolidated reporting.
Why Choose Imperial Security Group
We have been operating mobile patrol services across British Columbia since 1993 with over 30 years of frontline patrol experience. Our team has responded to more than 120,000 alarm activations on record, giving our patrol guards the practical experience to handle incidents effectively and professionally.
Organisations including Costco, the City of Vancouver, Fortis BC, and 7-Eleven have trusted Imperial Security Group to protect their properties across BC and Alberta.
Get a Free Mobile Patrol Quote
Ready to protect your property with 24/7 GPS-tracked mobile patrols? Our team will assess your site, recommend the right patrol frequency, and provide a tailored quote at no cost.
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Frequently Asked Questions Mobile Patrol Security
What types of properties are suitable for mobile patrol security?
Mobile Patrol Security is well suited for construction sites, parkades, strata communities, retail properties, industrial facilities, warehouses, property management portfolios, and any property with large perimeters or multiple access points that would be cost-prohibitive to staff with full-time on-site guards.
How quickly can your mobile patrols respond to an alarm?
Response time depends on the location of the nearest patrol unit at the time of dispatch. In urban areas including Metro Vancouver and Calgary, our dispatch typically reaches a site within 10–20 minutes of activation.
How often are patrols scheduled and what determines the frequency?
Patrol frequency is set in your service agreement and is based on the risk level, property size, and operational needs of your site. We offer scheduled patrols at fixed times, randomized patrols at variable intervals, alarm response on demand, and ad-hoc on-demand deployment. Many clients use a combination of scheduled and randomized patrols for maximum deterrence.
What does a standard mobile patrol inspection include?
A standard patrol covers exterior and interior perimeter checks, lock and unlock of agreed access points, alarm and security system checks, identification of hazards or unauthorized activity, and a GPS-timestamped incident report filed via our mobile app after every visit.
How does mobile patrol differ from stationary security guard services?
Mobile patrols provide flexible, cost-effective security across multiple locations.Stationary guards offer a constant, on-site presence at a single property.
How does mobile patrol differ from a stationary security guard?
Mobile patrols provide flexible, cost-effective coverage across large areas or multiple sites from a single patrol unit. A stationary guard provides a continuous, dedicated presence at one location. Many property managers use mobile patrols for after-hours coverage and on-site guards during operating hours, combining both for comprehensive protection.
Are your mobile patrol guards licensed?
Yes. All Imperial Security mobile patrol guards hold valid security licences under BC’s Security Services Act or Alberta’s Security Services and Investigators Act, depending on their province of operation. Guards are required to carry their licence while on duty. All guards are also covered under WorkSafeBC or WCB Alberta.
Can I review the GPS patrol logs for my property?
Yes. GPS tracking data is available to clients and provides a timestamped record of every patrol visit — including vehicle location, patrol timing, and route coverage. This data is included in your patrol reporting and is available on request for audit or insurance purposes.
Can you cover multiple sites under one contract?
Yes. We regularly provide mobile patrol services for property management companies and institutions managing multi-site portfolios. A single contract can cover multiple locations, with consolidated reporting and a single point of contact for your account.
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Richmond, British Columbia
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