Security guards
in Chicago.

Illinois requires security guards to hold a Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) issued by the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, and armed work requires additional firearm training and authorization. Every guard Calvis deploys in Chicago carries the proper PERC credential, so your coverage meets state law from the first shift.

Yes. Calvis sources from several Chicago-area agencies, so we can staff large conventions at McCormick Place, game days at the United Center, Wrigley, and Soldier Field, and other downtown functions, including on short notice. Real-time GPS tracking and digital timesheets give organizers a live view of post coverage throughout the event.

It can. Sub-zero stretches and snow events make reliable scheduling and weather-ready guards essential, particularly for exterior patrols and parking and loading-dock posts. Calvis backs every booking with a no-show guarantee, so if a guard can't make it, we deploy a replacement rather than leaving a post empty in bad weather.

Calvis provides on-demand security services in Chicago. You can book verified guards instantly through our platform, with same-day deployment available in most cases. Our multi-agency network ensures guard availability even during peak demand.

Unlike traditional security agencies that limit you to their own guards, Calvis is a platform connecting you with the best guards from multiple vetted Illinois licensed agencies. This means better availability, higher quality, competitive pricing, and transparent performance tracking.

Every guard's location is tracked via GPS during their shift in Chicago. You can see exactly where guards are through our platform dashboard. This ensures accountability and helps verify that guards are properly patrolling your property.

Our rates are competitive and transparent. Pricing depends on the type of service, duration, and specific requirements. Get an instant quote tailored to your Chicago business needs. Our multi-agency platform often provides better rates than traditional single-agency providers.

Yes. All security guards in Chicago are licensed through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) — PERC card required, insured, and background-checked. Our platform continuously verifies license status and compliance.

Yes, we provide both armed and unarmed security guards in Chicago through our partner agencies. All armed guards have additional firearms training, certifications, and enhanced background screening as required by Illinois law.

Our platform includes a no-show guarantee. If a guard cancels or doesn't show up, our system automatically finds a replacement from our Chicago agency network. You're never left without coverage.

Guards use our mobile app to create incident reports with AI assistance. The AI helps structure reports, ensures all necessary details are captured, and automatically organizes reports for easy access. All reports for your Chicago operations are securely stored in the platform.