Security Services and Pricing

Security assessments

Three packages that build on each other. Each one ends with a written report and fixes ranked from free to larger investments.

Quick Check

Starting at$450

For a small shop, office, single rental property, or home.

One to two hour walkthrough
Top 10 fixes ranked by cost
Findings memo
Report within five business days

Ask about a Quick Check

Recommended for most businesses

Core Assessment

Starting at$1,200

For businesses, offices, and venues that want a complete picture.

Half-day walkthrough plus an after-dark visit
Owner interview and short staff survey
Full report with a risk rating for every finding
90-day action plan and a debrief meeting

Ask about a Core Assessment

Complete Security Plan

Starting at$2,800

For organizations with staff who need written plans and training.

Everything in the Core Assessment
Written emergency action plan
Workplace violence prevention policy
Staff training session and a 60-day follow-up visit
Printed safety plan binder for your site

Ask about a Complete Plan

Compare the packages

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What each assessment package includes
Included	Quick Check	Core Assessment	Complete Plan
On-site walkthrough of doors, locks, lighting, cameras, cash handling, opening and closing	1 to 2 hours	Half day	Half day
Fixes ranked by cost: free, under $500, larger investments	Top 10	Full list	Full list
Owner interview and short staff survey	No	Yes	Yes
After-dark visit to check lighting and visibility	No	Yes	Yes
Review of past incidents and local crime context	No	Yes	Yes
Written report	Findings memo	Full report with risk ratings	Full report with risk ratings
90-day action plan and debrief meeting	No	Yes	Yes
Written emergency action plan meeting federal minimum elements	No	No	Yes
Workplace violence prevention and incident reporting policy	No	No	Yes
Staff training session, up to 90 minutes	No	No	Yes
Follow-up visit at 60 days	No	No	Yes
Printed safety plan binder kept on site	No	No	Yes
Typical turnaround	5 business days	2 weeks	3 to 4 weeks
Starting price	$450	$1,200	$2,800

How we rate each finding

Every finding is rated by how likely it is and how much harm it could cause. High-rated findings are fixed first.

Risk rating by likelihood and impact
Likelihood	Minor impact	Serious impact	Severe impact
Likely	Moderate	High	High
Possible	Low	Moderate	High
Unlikely	Low	Low	Moderate

What your report includes

A one-page summary with your top five fixes
Every finding with its location, a risk rating, and a recommended fix
Fixes sorted by cost into free, under $500, and larger investments
A 90-day action plan with an owner and a date for each step, in the Core Assessment and Complete Plan

Cities, schools, and public agencies

Planning support for the people responsible for public safety, from downtown festivals to school safety plans.

City safety planning

For cities, towns, and downtown districts.

Downtown safety assessments and festival plans
Emergency plans for city buildings
Tabletop exercises for city leadership

$100
per hour, or a fixed quote City safety details

Schools and public agencies

For public schools, counties, and cities.

Safety plan reviews and threat assessment plan documentation
Drills, tabletop exercises, and after-action reports
Fixed-scope quotes or hourly billing

$100
per hour, or a fixed quote Public sector details

Plans for specific places

Some places have their own risks and their own rhythms. These plans are written for how each one actually runs.

House of Worship Safety Plan

For churches and faith communities.

Safety team roles, greeter and usher procedures
Child check-in and nursery security
Emergency plan for services and church events
Volunteer training on the plan

$1,500
15% off for churches and nonprofits Plan for your church

Event Safety Plan

For festivals, races, weddings, and venues.

Entry and exit flow and crowd limits
Weather, medical, and lost-child procedures
Coordination with the sheriff's office and EMS
Staffing recommendations, with guards hired from licensed firms

$900 to $1,500
by event size, 15% off for nonprofit events Plan an event

Evacuation Safety Plan

For cabins, stores, offices, and other single properties.

Evacuation plan for fire, flood, and severe weather, with two routes out and a meeting spot
Emergency call list: the 911 address, owner, manager, and nearest emergency room
A posted emergency card for guests or staff, plus a per-property safety checklist
Utility shutoff and fire extinguisher locations
For rentals: key, lockbox, and door code practices

$500
per property, 10% off for five or more Plan for your property

Safety Plan Binder

Your safety plan in print, kept on site.

A printed, tabbed binder kept where staff and guests can find it
Procedures for fire, flood, severe weather, medical emergencies, and security incidents
Evacuation map with routes out and a meeting spot, the 911 address, and emergency contacts
Dated pages, a log page, and an update checklist so your team can keep it current
A one-time purchase: the binder is yours to keep and update

$250
per location, one-time Ask about binders

Training and exercises

A plan only works if people know it. Training puts it into practice, and exercises show where it needs work.

Staff Training Workshop

For any team of employees or volunteers.

60 to 90 minutes, on site
Your emergency procedures, walked through in your building
Situational awareness and early warning signs
Active threat response based on Department of Homeland Security guidance

$450
per session Book a workshop

Tabletop Exercise

For leadership teams, schools, and local government.

A two-hour, scenario-based discussion that tests your plan
Scenarios built around your site and your people
Written after-action report with specific fixes

$1,000
per exercise Plan an exercise

Travel and personal security

Our international relations background is most direct here: understanding a country's politics, crime, and stability before your people arrive.

Travel Risk Brief

For mission trips, study abroad, and business travel.

Country brief on political stability, crime, health, and communications
Emergency contacts, embassy information, and nearest hospitals
A daily check-in plan for the group and what to do if someone misses one

$400
per destination Brief your trip

Home Safety Review

For individuals and families.

Walkthrough of doors, locks, lighting, and sight lines
Daily routines and a family emergency plan
Top fixes ranked by cost

$450
per home Review your home

Ongoing support

Security Partner Retainer

For organizations that want a standing advisor.

Quarterly check-in visit
Phone and email advice as questions come up
Annual update of your plan
Debrief and recommendations after any incident

$250
per month Ask about a retainer

How pricing works

The consultation is free

Every engagement starts with a conversation at no cost to understand what you are looking for. You get a written quote before any work begins.

Travel

Included within 30 miles of Blue Ridge. Beyond that, mileage is billed at the IRS standard rate.

Additional sites

Each extra site in the same area is billed at half the package price.

Nonprofits and churches

15% off every service for registered nonprofits and churches, including community groups, charities, and volunteer organizations.

Founding clients

Our first five clients receive reduced founding rates in exchange for feedback and permission to share an anonymized case study.

Payment

Half when you sign, half when your report is delivered. Retainers are billed monthly.

What we do not do

High Ground Risk Advisory is an advisory firm. We do not provide:

Security guards, patrols, or alarm response
Investigations or background checks on individuals
Legal advice, including on firearms policies
Equipment sales or installation

When you need one of these, we refer you to a licensed provider and take no fee for the referral.

Common questions

What happens during the free consultation?

We talk by phone or in person to get to know you, your site, and what you are looking for. Then we give you an estimate of what should be fixed and recommend the service that fits. There is no cost and no obligation.

Do you provide security guards?

No. High Ground Risk Advisory is advisory only. If your plan calls for guards at an event or site, we recommend how many and where, and refer you to licensed security companies.

How long does an assessment take?

A Quick Check report arrives within five business days of the visit. A Core Assessment takes about two weeks, and a Complete Security Plan takes three to four weeks, including the written plans.

Will you recommend specific products or vendors?

We describe what you need, such as a motion-sensor light or a door alarm, and the price range to expect. We do not sell equipment or take commissions, so you can buy from whoever you trust.

How do you keep our information confidential?

A security report describes weaknesses, so we treat it carefully. Reports are encrypted, shared only with the contacts you name, and site photos are deleted after the report is delivered.

Can you help us meet the federal emergency action plan requirement?

Yes. Federal workplace rules require a written emergency action plan once a workplace has more than 10 employees. The Complete Security Plan includes one written for your site.

Do you work outside Fannin County?

Yes. We work across Fannin, Gilmer, Union, and Pickens counties and travel anywhere in North Georgia. Travel beyond 30 miles of Blue Ridge is billed at the IRS mileage rate.

Do you work with cities and towns?

Yes. City safety planning is a core part of our work: downtown safety assessments, festival and event plans, emergency plans for city buildings, and tabletop exercises for city leadership. See City safety planning for details.

What is a safety plan binder?

A printed, tabbed binder kept on site with your emergency procedures, evacuation map, emergency contacts, and shutoff locations, so staff and guests can find the plan when it matters. It is a one-time purchase of $250 per location. Every page is dated, and a log page and update checklist show your team what to review, so you can keep it current yourself.

Why does a vacation rental need a safety plan?

Guests do not know the property, the roads, or where to go in a fire, flood, or storm. A written plan tells them who to call, when to leave, and where to go. It also shows you took reasonable care to protect them, which matters to insurers and if a claim is ever made. Our Evacuation Safety Plan covers all of this for each property. Ask your attorney or insurance agent how a plan affects your coverage.

Do nonprofits and churches get a discount?

Yes. Registered nonprofits and churches receive 15% off standard prices on every service, including assessments, event plans, and training.