Security guards
in San Antonio.
Vetted, licensed security agencies serving San Antonio and surrounding areas. Same-day deployment, transparent pricing, and real-time GPS tracking for every shift.
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Local
expertise.
San Antonio blends military heritage, tourism, and a growing tech sector. With five major military installations, the River Walk tourism corridor, and expanding suburban development, the city needs security professionals who understand both government-adjacent and commercial property requirements.
Licensing
All security guards deployed through Calvis in San Antonio are licensed through the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Private Security Bureau. Credentials are verified before every assignment.
Transparent rates for San Antonio
Unarmed Guards
$27–42/hr
Licensed, background-checked, uniformed security professionals for general site protection.
Armed Guards
$50–80/hr
Firearms-certified guards with additional training and enhanced background screening per Texas law.
Areas we serve in San Antonio
Everything
included.
Every booking includes GPS tracking, AI incident reports, performance ratings, and dedicated account management.
Same-day deployment
Guards can be on-site in San Antonio within hours. Our local agency network ensures fast response even during peak demand.
State-licensed guards
Every guard is licensed through the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Private Security Bureau and holds current credentials for Texas.
GPS-tracked patrols
Real-time GPS tracking for every guard on shift in San Antonio. Full accountability from your dashboard.
Armed & unarmed options
Unarmed guards from $27–42/hr and armed guards from $50–80/hr. Choose the level of coverage you need.
Monthly contracts
Set up recurring shifts with dedicated guards. Flexible scheduling with no long-term lock-in required.
Performance ratings
Rate guards after each shift. Only top-rated professionals are matched to your property.
No-show guarantee
If a guard cancels, our San Antonio agency network provides an automatic replacement. You're never left uncovered.
Multi-agency access
Access guards from multiple vetted agencies across Greater San Antonio. Better availability and competitive rates.
Industries we protect in San Antonio
Common
questions
Unarmed security guards in San Antonio typically cost $27–42/hr. Armed guards range from $50–80/hr. Rates depend on service type, shift duration, and specific requirements. Get an instant quote through our platform.
Calvis can deploy guards in San Antonio the same day in most cases. Our network of local agencies across Greater San Antonio ensures availability even on short notice.
Security guards in Texas must be licensed through the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Private Security Bureau. All Calvis guards in San Antonio hold current, verified licenses and have passed background checks.
Yes. We provide both armed and unarmed guards in San Antonio. Armed guards have additional firearms training and certifications as required by Texas law. Armed rates start at $50–80/hr.
We cover all of San Antonio and surrounding areas including Downtown, The Pearl, Alamo Heights, Stone Oak, Medical Center, Southtown, Helotes, New Braunfels. Our multi-agency network ensures coverage across the full Greater San Antonio.
Yes. Calvis supports recurring shift schedules and monthly contracts for San Antonio businesses. You get dedicated guards who learn your property, with a dedicated account manager for scheduling and billing.
Every guard's location is tracked via GPS during their shift in San Antonio. You can see real-time positions on your Calvis dashboard. Digital timesheets verify clock-in/out times automatically.
Businesses across San Antonio use Calvis for security, including military & government adjacent, tourism & hospitality, healthcare, construction. Our platform handles everything from one-time event security to ongoing site protection.
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