Hire a Security Guard in New York
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Frequently asked: hiring a Security Guard in New York
How much does a Security Guard cost in New York?
Rates for a security guard in New York are set by each independent professional. Typical rates start near $35/hr for unarmed security and $55/hr for armed security; specialized professionals (legal, financial, digital) follow customary rates for those professions. XGuard shows the exact rate before you book and charges a transparent flat platform fee with no surge pricing.
Are Security Guards on XGuard licensed?
Yes. Every security guard on XGuard passes Stripe Identity verification (government-issued photo ID + matching selfie) and license validation against the issuing authority — XGuard checks credentials across 168 regulators in 40+ countries before a profile goes live.
How quickly can I book a Security Guard in New York?
Most bookings on XGuard are confirmed in under 10 minutes. Many New York security guards offer instant booking; for urgent requirements (fire watch, event security, executive protection) you can usually have a verified professional dispatched the same day.
Is my payment safe when I hire a Security Guard on XGuard?
Yes. Payments are held in Stripe-powered escrow when you book and only released to the security guardafter the service completes. XGuard's dispute resolution flow protects the funds if anything goes wrong.
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