It’s the first question most people ask when they think about hiring a security company: how much will it cost? The honest answer is that there’s no single price — and any company that quotes you a figure before seeing your premises probably isn’t doing it properly. Here’s what actually drives the cost of security in The Gambia, and how to make sure your money buys real protection.
Why there’s no one-size-fits-all price
A single night guard for a family compound and round-the-clock cover for a busy warehouse are completely different jobs. Pricing depends on what you actually need, so the right first step is always a site survey — a quick, free visit where a company looks at your premises and recommends the right cover.
What drives the cost
A few key factors move the price up or down:
- Hours of cover. Day-only, night-only, or full 24/7 — round-the-clock naturally costs more because it takes more guards to staff it properly.
- Number of posts. One gate is cheaper than a gate plus a roaming patrol plus a rear entrance.
- Relief cover. Proper cover means extra guards so a post is never empty when someone is sick. It costs a little more — and it’s the part you should never cut.
- Supervision and reporting. Companies that actually supervise their guards and send you written reports build that into the price. It’s worth paying for.
- Site risk. A cash-handling business or an isolated site needs more than a low-risk office.
- Add-ons. CCTV and access control cost extra but reduce how many guards you need over time.
The trap of the cheapest quote
It’s tempting to take the lowest bid. But in security, the cheapest quote usually gets there by removing the things that matter — no relief cover, no supervision, no reporting. You save a little each month until the night your guard is sick, no one is sent, and your premises sit unwatched. A slightly higher price for guaranteed cover and supervision is far cheaper than one break-in.
What a fair quote should include
When you compare companies, make sure the price covers vetted, trained guards, guaranteed relief cover, supervision, and some form of written reporting. If one quote is much lower than the others, ask what’s been left out — it’s usually one of those.
How to get an accurate price
The best way to know what security will cost for your specific business or home is a free site survey. A company walks your premises, identifies your real risks, and gives you a clear, fair quote — with no obligation. That’s the only way to get a number that actually fits your situation.
Talk to Fox Eye Security
Fox Eye Security is rated 5.0 on Google — the most-reviewed guarding company in our area. We protect businesses and homes across the Greater Banjul area with vetted, supervised guards, guaranteed relief cover, and written monthly reports. Book a free site survey and we’ll show you exactly where your weak points are — no obligation.
Call / WhatsApp: +220 237 1857 Email: info@foxeyesecurity.com