Howe Security, Inc. Information

Since 1967, Howe Security has been safeguarding homes, communities, and businesses across Chicagoland. Founder Charlie Howe was a Green Beret in the U.S. Army 5th Special Forces and later held the rank of lieutenant with the Lake Bluff Police. The business remains family operated in Lake Bluff, and that same discipline continues to guide our training and oversight. What we offer We provide armed and unarmed security officers; gatehouse and front desk coverage; special event security; TV and film location security; logistics and trucking security; entry screening such as wanding, bag checks, metal detection, and ID badging; bilingual officers; and residential patrol and house watching. Who we protect We serve commercial real estate, manufacturing plants, warehouses and distribution centers, schools, healthcare facilities, financial institutions, auto dealerships, country clubs, associations and HOAs, plus cannabis dispensaries and cultivation centers. Our coverage extends across six Illinois counties. Why clients stay with us Verified accountability. Officers may clock in only while they are geofenced on site, they must acknowledge post orders every shift, and patrols are verified through NFC checkpoint scans; supervisors are notified if anyone departs post. Training above the baseline. Our armed officers hold Trauma & Emergency Intervention certification. Licensed in two states. Illinois (#0122-000723) and Wisconsin (#16788-062). Local leadership. When you contact us, you speak directly with the people who operate the company. We serve Cook, DuPage, Lake, and McHenry counties, as well as areas beyond them. To request a consultation, visit howesecurity.com or call 847-582-1060.