Keep unauthorized people and vehicles out—without slowing down operations. GuardEX provides professional gate security and access control for warehouses, distribution yards, gated communities, corporate and medical campuses, and construction sites across New Jersey. Our gatehouse teams follow clear post orders, enforce entry rules, and maintain auditable logs for total accountability.
Why Gate Security Matters
A controlled gate is your first and most visible line of defense. Effective gatehouse security prevents tailgating and cargo loss, speeds up throughput at shift changes, and reduces liability with documented procedures for every visitor and vehicle.
What Our Gate Guards Do
- Badge & ID verification for employees, contractors, vendors, and visitors
- Vehicle screening: driver ID, bill of lading, trailer/seal checks, plate and trailer number logging
- Visitor management: pre-registration, sign-in/out, badge issuance, escorts and access revocation
- Access systems support: keypad/RFID/fob assistance, temporary code management, basic LPR log entries
- Perimeter oversight and camera monitoring from the gatehouse; escalation on alarms or exceptions
- Key control and lock management with end-of-shift audits
- Incident documentation with photos, time stamps, and distribution to your approved contacts
Related services often paired with gate control include
Perimeter Security,
Security Patrol, and
Warehouse Security.
Industries & Environments We Secure
- Warehouses, fulfillment centers, cross-dock and shipping & logistics yards
- Manufacturing plants and industrial campuses
- HOAs and gated residential communities
- Hospitals, clinics, and corporate offices
- Construction sites and laydown yards
- Retail distribution and back-of-house receiving areas
Staffing & Coverage Options
- Single or dual-guard gatehouses; 8, 12, or 24-hour posts
- Peak-hour surge staffing and seasonal coverage
- Emergency startup and short-term access control for investigations, shutdowns, and inventory counts
Procedures, Compliance & Reporting
- Site-specific SOPs and post orders developed with your team
- Daily activity logs and exception reports sent to your distribution list
- Package, vendor, and contractor check-in/out with badge tracking
- Safety support: fire panel notifications, spill/incident escalation, and after-hours rules enforcement
Why GuardEX for Gate Security & Access Control
- Trained professionals in visitor control, report writing, and conflict de-escalation
- Operational efficiency: clean handoffs between shifts and reduced gate bottlenecks
- Loss prevention focus: seal verification, paperwork checks, and auditable logs
- Flexible integration with your current visitor software or paper workflow
Explore complementary solutions like
Front Desk Security,
Commercial Security, and
Empty & Abandoned Building Security.
Get a Quote
Tell us about your gates, shift windows, and entry rules. We’ll propose a right-sized access control plan and share a sample gate log. Contact GuardEX for a same-day consultation.
Gate Security & Access Control FAQs
What information do you need to start service?
Site address and gate layout, gate hours, workforce size and peak times, vendor/contractor lists, current access tech (keypad/RFID/LPR), and any special rules for visitors, drivers, or contractors.
Can your guards check bills of lading and trailer seals?
Yes. We verify driver ID, paperwork, and seal integrity, then record license plate and trailer numbers in the gate log with time stamps and any exceptions noted.
Do you work with visitor management systems?
We can operate your existing system or run paper logs. Our team issues badges, manages temporary codes, and can reconcile daily visitor counts against your schedule.
Can you combine gate control with patrols or perimeter checks?
Absolutely. Many clients pair the gatehouse with scheduled patrols and camera watch. See our
Security Patrol and
Perimeter Security services.
Do you provide short-term or surge coverage?
Yes—common for peak shipping seasons, inventory counts, shutdowns, construction phases, or after an incident. We can stand up coverage quickly and adjust staffing as volumes change.
Which facilities benefit most from a staffed gate?
High-throughput environments where freight, visitors, or contractors enter frequently—such as warehouses, construction sites, corporate campuses, and medical facilities.
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