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SIA licensed security across the UK

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Fully SIA licensed, DBS checked security officers across London, Essex and the UK. Reliable, affordable and available 24/7.

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  • 100% SIA licensed
  • DBS checked
  • Fully insured
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SIA Door Supervisor
SIA Security Guard
SIA CCTV
SIA Close Protection
DBS checked
Fully insured
24/7 control room
SIA Door Supervisor
SIA Security Guard
SIA CCTV
SIA Close Protection
DBS checked
Fully insured
24/7 control room

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Every security service, one trusted team

Guarding, door supervision, retail, construction, CCTV, close protection, patrols and events: see how we keep people and property safe across London and the UK.

  • SIA licensed & DBS checked officers
  • 24/7 control room support
  • Fully insured, no hidden charges

About us

A trusted security company based in Ilford

West Haven Services Ltd provides highly trained, SIA licensed security officers for commercial, residential, retail and construction sites, and for venues and events of every size.

Every officer is DBS checked, first aid trained and backed by our 24/7 control room, so you are never left without support.

More about us

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Our services

Security services we provide

Every service is delivered by SIA licensed, DBS checked officers and backed by a 24/7 control room.

Why choose us

Why clients choose West Haven

Security that is visible, reliable and easy to work with.

SIA licensed & DBS checked

Every officer holds the right SIA licence and is vetted before deployment.

24/7 control room

Scheduled check-calls, and incidents escalated and logged in real time.

Fully insured

Public liability cover, with certificates for your contract paperwork.

No hidden charges

A clear written quote with rates, hours and extras agreed up front.

Local & fast

Based in Ilford, covering London and Essex daily and the UK on request.

First aid trained

Officers who can help with injuries while emergency services are called.

How it works

From first call to officers on site

Most clients go from first call to confirmed cover on the same day.

Book your security call

  1. Tell us what you need

    The site, dates, hours and what you need to protect.

  2. Free assessment

    We review the risks, entrances and opening hours, on site or by phone.

  3. Clear written quote

    Officers, licence type, hours and the full price, with no surprises.

  4. Officers on site

    Briefed officers arrive on time, backed by our 24/7 control room.

On the ground

Security for every kind of site

Offices, venues, shops, building sites, events and empty properties.

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City-centre patrols
Video wall of camera feeds in a control room
CCTV monitoring
Construction workers in hard hats and hi-vis on site
Construction sites
Event security staff in vests managing an entrance area
Event access control
Shopping centre concourse with shoppers
Retail and shopping centres
Bright office lobby with a reception desk
Corporate receptions
Traditional London pub front with hanging flowers
Licensed venues
Bunch of building keys on a table
Key holding and alarm response

Licences & compliance

Licensed, checked and insured

Most UK security roles legally require an SIA licence. Ours are listed below, and you can check any licence on the SIA public register. Read more.

SIA Door SupervisorPubs, clubs, bars, events
SIA Security GuardStatic and manned guarding
SIA CCTVPublic space surveillance
SIA Close ProtectionVIP and personal protection
DBS checkedBackground checked officers
Fully insuredPublic liability insurance

Coverage

London, Ilford, Essex and all over the UK

Based in Ilford, IG1, covering London and Essex day to day and the whole UK for contracts and events. See coverage.

LondonSecurity across Greater London
IlfordOur home base in IG1
EssexChelmsford, Romford, Basildon and beyond

FAQ

Questions clients ask us

Straight answers about licensing, cover and pricing. More on our FAQ page.

Are all of your security officers SIA licensed?

Yes. Every officer we deploy holds the SIA front line licence the role requires, such as a Security Guard, Door Supervisor, Public Space Surveillance (CCTV) or Close Protection licence, and is DBS checked before deployment. You can verify any licence on the SIA's public register.

How quickly can you put a security guard on site?

For many requests we can arrange cover at short notice, including same-day and overnight starts in London, Ilford and Essex. Tell us the address, the hours and the type of site and we will confirm availability straight away.

Do you provide security outside London?

Yes. We are based in Ilford (IG1), cover London and Essex day to day, and deploy officers to sites across the UK for contracts, events and short-term cover.

How much does a security guard cost?

It depends on the licence needed, the hours and days, the number of officers, the contract length and any extra duties such as patrols or key holding. We give a clear written quote with no hidden charges.

What is the difference between a security guard and a door supervisor?

A Security Guard licence covers guarding premises, people and property. A Door Supervisor licence is needed at licensed premises such as pubs, clubs and bars, and also allows the holder to work as a security guard.

Can you provide security for a single night or event?

Yes. We cover one-off events such as private parties, weddings and corporate functions, as well as ongoing contracts. Tell us the date, venue, guest numbers and timings.

Are you insured?

Yes. West Haven Services Ltd is fully insured, including public liability cover, and certificates are available on request.

Speak to a security manager

Tell us about your site and get a clear, written quote. Lines are open 24 hours a day.

Book your security call