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About This Business

Merchants Security provides uniformed security services, including protection for corporate facilities, businesses, and schools. The company assists clients with security officer deployment and patrol services.

BBB Accredited Since: 1/1/1976

Years in Business: 125

Products and Services

This company offers stationary security officers, motor patrol, background checks including but not limited to BCI and FBI checks. Most of our background checks can be performed on location or through our website. We also provide alarm investigations.

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Business Details

BBB File Opened:
1/1/1976
Business Started:
1/1/1901
Alternate Names:
Merchants Security Service of Dayton, OH Inc.
Merchants Security
Business Management:
Mr. James Houpt, President

Additional Contact Information

Principal Contacts
Mr. James Houpt, President
Customer Contacts
Mr. Nathan Burchfield, General Manager
Mrs. Heather Wead, Accounting/Payroll
Mr. James Houpt, President
Mr. Russ Bowling, Scheduling Coordinator
Fax numbers
Primary Fax: (937) 256-8385

Licensing information

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