Willo Security: A Security Guard and Investigator Company offering Guard Services and more in Akron, Canton, Cleveland and all of Ohio!

Private Investigators, Security Guards, Armed Guards, and Patrol Guards in Akron,
Canton, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, and All of Ohio.

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With over 25 years as a recognized industry leader, Willo Security is large enough to satisfy all of your professional security service needs, yet small enough to give you the personalized service you deserve. While we are well known for providing thoroughly-trained, uniformed security officers servicing corporate, commercial, institutional and industrial clients — that is only one of the many security services we offer. From armed and unarmed security guards to private investigation services, we deliver a full range of capabilities, designed to provide you with protection and peace of mind.

Willo Security is your source for:

  • Security Guard Services (armed & unarmed)
  • Private Investigators
  • BCI & FBI Fingerprint Checks
  • Background Checks
  • Mobile Patrol
  • Alarm Response

Special Event Security

Are you planning a special event? As Ohio’s special event security experts, Willo Security can help create an environment that is safe and fun for all participants. We accomplish this by developing effective security strategies, carefully positioning patrol guards, and identifying & correcting potential security challenges. We welcome the opportunity to discuss your special event security needs and how we may be of service.

Private Investigation Services

In addition to our exceptional security solutions, Willo Security also offers the finest in private investigations. Our private investigators are experienced with all types of investigations, and they utilize the latest tools and techniques while ensuring the utmost discretion.

Click to read: Brite Winter thanks Willo for our support.

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS ARE SAYING

  • CUYAHOGA COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT

    "I would like to express my sincere gratitude and grateful appreciation for your unselfish assistance during the period of unrest that took place in the City of Cleveland on June 30, 2020."

    In my own name, and on behalf of the command staff and the Deputy Sheriffs of the Cuyahoga County Sheriff's Department, I would like to express my sincere gratitude and grateful appreciation for your unselfish assistance during the period of unrest that took place in the City of Cleveland on ...

    David G. Schilling Jr., Sheriff, Cuyahoga County

  • PROFESSIONALISM, FRIENDLINESS AND WILLINGNESS TO HELP

    "5 stars, two thumbs up, thanks so much for a great (and safe!) weekend!!"

    I had the pleasure of meeting several persons from this firm over the weekend at the Pokémon North American ...

    Timothy

  • UNITED WAY OF GREATER CLEVELAND

    "Thank you for being part of Heroes Unite! ...Looking forward to working together soon!"

    Good Afternoon, Thank you to North Coast Event Services and Willo Security, for being part of United Way of Greater Cleveland’s Heroes Unite: A Community Celebration, inaugural event. We greatly appreciate all the work and help that both of your respectful companies did and provided to our organization. We received awesome feedback ...

    Shanette B.

  • BRITE TEAM

    "From all of us on the Brite team, thanks so much for helping make #Brite18 the best Brite yet! Your hard work helped tremendously in the execution of this year's event as we worked to create the most vibrant Brite yet."

    Dear Brian and Ray, From all of us on the Brite team, thanks so much for helping make #Brite18 the best Brite yet! Your hard work helped tremendously in the planning and execution of this year's event as we worked to create the most vibrant Brite yet, all while staying free ...

    Brian Horsburgh

  • FRONT DESK SECURITY GUARD

    Front desk security guard is welcoming, inviting, and helpful.

    This is from a person that was at our account VGS, about our guard Tony Jackson. From VGS: We received this wonderful email about Tony. We at VGS have always appreciated not only his hard work, especially his positive customer service (staff, individuals, and visitors), and ensuring everyone's health and safety. Thank ...

    Steve

  • FRANKLIN COUNTY CLERK

    The security guard who greets customers and the BMV/Title staff have all been very friendly patient and helpful.

    Subject: Excellent Customer Service The service provided at the South High BMV/Title Office is outstanding. The security guard who greets customers and the BMV/Title staff have all been very friendly patient and helpful.  I would like to specifically mention Markese who has exemplified excellent customer service.  He has been extremely helpful to ...

    Lesleigh Robinson

  • SEIDMAN CANCER CENTER

    "(Security Officer) Mac seems to naturally go above and beyond almost every day... But most noteworthy is the courtesy and concern he displays for so many staff who have disabilities here."

    I wanted to take a moment to express my appreciation and share the acknowledgments of many at University Hospitals, who work at the Customer Service Center on Harvard Rd, regarding one of your Security officers who we only know as “Mac”. Mac seems to naturally go above ...

    Sara A. Nicastro, CHAM

  • LIFELINE

    "We felt safe because of his presence but it was more than that.  He smiled each morning and welcomed customers and staff when they arrived.  He fit right in with our company culture and we appreciated his time with us."

    I wanted to tell you what an amazing job Manny did for us this winter.  He was kind and helped our staff and customers every day. We felt safe because of his presence but it was more than that.  He smiled each morning and welcomed customers and staff when they ...

    Michelle Mezaris

  • EMBASSY SUITES, BEACHWOOD

    "I wanted to reach out to you to let you know that guards that were here last weekend did a great job."

    Good Afternoon Brian, I wanted to reach out to you to let you know that guards that were here last weekend did a great job. The managers that were on duty said what a great job they did and I wanted to let you know. If we can have the same ...

    Tulio Garonzi

  • RECOGNITION THEY DESERVE

    'Poise and Professionalism'

    Mr Reeves, I am a full-time night shift staff employee at the Hospital Emergency Department. I would like to take this time to recognize Mike Goshay and Keenon. Within the past year, I have witnessed their professionalism and kindness not only to employees but more importantly, to patients and family members. ...

    Staff Member

    Hospital

  • UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS BROADVIEW HEIGHTS EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT

    "I would like to take this time to recognize Mike Goshay and Keenon. Within the past year, I have witnessed their professionalism and kindness not only to employees but more importantly, to patients and family members."

    Mr. Reeves, I am a full-time night shift staff employee at the University Hospitals Broadview Heights Emergency Department. I would like to take this time to recognize Mike Goshay and Keenon. Within the past year, I have witnessed their professionalism and kindness not only to employees but more importantly, to patients ...

    Patrick, RRT, CPhT

  • GREATER COLUMBUS CONVENTION CENTER

    "(Security Officer McLaurin's) actions and professionalism were appreciated by the Greater Columbus Convention Center and all the attendees within our walls."

    Subject: Outstanding work At 8:15pm on January 13 2017 Willo Security Officer Teresa McLaurin was notified by a OhioCon attendee that here was a young male in our south lobby restroom unconscious lying in his own vomit.  Security Officer McLaurin reacted immediately by calling for  Columbus Police Department and Columbus Fire ...

    Jack Petty

  • DEALER TIRE

    "I have seen a number of security guards over the years and I would put Jerry Adams in the top 1%. He is as professional as they come."

    Dear Mr. Reeves, I very recently retired from Dealer Tire and more or less ended my final weeks at the Chester location. For many years, Sharon El-Amin and the facilities team reported to me and I have seen a number of security guards over the years and I would put Jerry ...

    Dave Bichsel

  • COUNTY CLERK OF COURTS

    "Mr. Dugan, Clint does so well with customers and greets them with the utmost respect every single day! So with that we’d like to pass this along to you as well. Thank you so much!"

    To: Ray Disanto, Steve Allen "Mr. Dugan, Clint does so well with customers and greets them with the utmost respect every single day! So with that we’d like to pass this along to you as well. Thank you so much! " Theresa M. Baer, Assistant Branch Manager Franklin County Clerk of Courts The Honorable Maryellen O'Shaughnessy -------------------------------------------------------------- From:Jenkins, Mark D. "I just ...

    Theresa M. Baer

  • WILDWOOD CULTURAL CENTER

    "Service was fantastic. Your staff did a great job."

    From: Nick Standering To: Ray Disanto - Willo Security Subject: Service Check Service was fantastic. Your staff did a great job. Thank you again for all your help! Nicholas R. Standering CPRP, Wildwood Cultural Center Director CITY OF MENTOR | 7645 Little Mountain Rd.| Mentor, OH 44060

    Nicholas R. Standering

  • RECOGNITION TO YOUR WEEKEND SECURITY PERSONNEL

    "I want to give some recognition to your weekend security personnel (Janelle).  She has always been vigilant in her hourly drive around checks and reports to us anything that she sees of concern."

    Ray Disanto ; Jon Howard; Subject: ARG Security Checks Good morning gentlemen, First off, I want to give some recognition to your weekend security personnel (Janelle).  She has always been vigilant in her hourly drive around checks and reports to us anything that she sees of concern.  On more than one occasion she ...

    Ryan B.

  • ATTENDEES AT THE GREATER COLUMBUS CONVENTION CENTER

    "We would like to leave a compliment for the Security Officer who was guarding at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. These Security Officers made the parents feel safe and calm with so many international visitors."

    Subject: Re: in appreciation We would like to leave a compliment for the Security Officer who was guarding at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. I did not get his name however; he had glasses and was tall and knowledgeable. My husband and I got separated; each of us with a child and ...

    Sheryl and Eric J.

  • CLEVELAND METROPOLITAN SCHOOL DISTRICT

    "The Cleveland Metropolitan School District has contracted security services with Willo Security, Inc. for over a year. Willo Security has always displayed a high degree of integrity, responsibility, and professionalism."

    Lester Fultz, Chief / Safety & Security 1380 East 6th Street Cleveland, Ohio 44114 Raymond D. DiSanto, President Willo Security, Inc. 38230 Glenn Avenue Willoughby, Ohio 44094 To Whom It May Concern: The Cleveland Metropolitan School District has contracted security services with Willo Security, Inc. for over a year. Willo Security has always displayed a high degree of ...

    Lester Fultz

  • VOCATIONAL GUIDANCE SERVICES

    "I have been using the security services ofWillo Security, Inc. for over ten years and have found them extremely professional, dependable and trustworthy. "

    Michael Anderson Business Manager East Cleveland City Schools 14305 Shaw Avenue East Cleveland, OH 44112 Mr. Anderson: I have been using the security services of Willo Security, Inc. for over ten years and have found them extremely professional, dependable and trustworthy. They are proactively in control of every situation that has taken place in our school ...

    Jim Hudak

  • CLEVELAND NATIONAL AIR SHOW

    "This letter is to endorse and highly recommend the services of Willo Security. The firm has provided highly qualified and dependable Security manpower at the Cleveland National Air Show for more than fifteen years."

    Willo Security This letter is to endorse and highly recommend the services of Willo Security. The firm has provided highly qualified and dependable Security manpower at the Cleveland National Air Show for more than fifteen years. Willo personnel manned approximately 29 Posts daily during Cleveland's annual Air Show. Its services are critical ...

    Charles K. Newcomb

  • Cleveland 2016 Host Committee

    "Because of your support, we were able to create a safe, inviting, engaging and seamless experience for our visitors."

    Dear Brian, What an amazing week we had welcoming our guests and showcasing our great city to the world during the Republican National Convention! Thank you for your contributions in hosting this historic event. Because of your support, we were able to create a safe, inviting, engaging and seamless experience for ...

    David Gilbert

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