Frequently Asked Questions

Encore is based in Philadelphia and operates throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey, with a primary focus on the Philadelphia metro area and surrounding counties.

Yes. Encore Protection is a locally operated security company based in the Philadelphia area. We are not a national franchise. Our leadership team is directly involved in operations, and we have firsthand knowledge of the local security environment throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

Encore serves businesses ranging from small commercial properties to large organizations, including office buildings, construction sites, residential communities, events, retail locations, and more. Our team has experience serving both Fortune 500 companies and smaller businesses.

Encore provides unarmed security guards, mobile security patrol, commercial security, construction site security, event security, executive protection, residential and HOA security, overnight security, access control and gate guard services, and security concierge services throughout PA and NJ.

Encore currently focuses on unarmed security guard services. Please contact us to discuss your specific requirements.

Yes. Encore provides security for one-time events as well as ongoing assignments. For events, we recommend contacting us as early as possible in the planning process to allow adequate staffing and preparation time.

Yes. All Encore security officers are licensed and trained in accordance with applicable requirements in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

Encore maintains consistent professional standards for all security personnel. We hold our officers accountable to those standards on every assignment. Contact us to discuss our screening and vetting process in detail.

Contract terms vary depending on the scope of services. We work with clients on both ongoing agreements and shorter-term arrangements for events and temporary needs. Contact us to discuss the right option for your situation.

Pricing is based on the scope of coverage, the number of officers, shift hours, and the specific requirements of each assignment. Contact us for a consultation and we'll provide information about pricing for your specific needs.

Call us at (484) 569-0779 or complete the consultation form on our Contact page. An Encore specialist will follow up to discuss your needs. There is no obligation.

Deployment timelines depend on the scope of your security needs. We work as quickly as possible once a plan is in place. For events or complex assignments, contacting Encore early allows us to properly staff and prepare your coverage.

Visit our Careers page to learn about open positions and submit an officer application. Please use the careers form, not the client consultation form, for employment inquiries.