Who decides
Courtesy officers, patrol and access control are contracted by the management company or HOA board.
Where to focus
Large communities and HOAs with gated entries buy patrol and access control; start with the managers that run the most units.
Vendor approval
Large management companies usually require a credentialing service, insurance certificates and a W-9 before a first job. See requirements for the top Texas managers.
Timing
Year-round.
Biggest single decisions in Texas
Companies that control the most properties in the segment that suits this trade.
| Company | Properties | Vendor credentialing |
|---|---|---|
| Greystar | 241 | Compliance Depot (RealPage Vendor Credentialing) |
| Hamilton Valley Management, Inc | 100 | not yet verified |
| Alpha-Barnes Real Estate Services LLC | 87 | not yet verified |
| Megan Properties Management Inc | 62 | not yet verified |
| The Morgan Group | 52 | not yet verified |
| Integra-Peak Management Co. | 51 | not yet verified |
| Wedge Management, Inc. dba Prospera Property Management | 50 | not yet verified |
| Sunridge Management Group, Inc. | 46 | not yet verified |
| MAC Real Estate, LLC | 43 | not yet verified |
| RPM Living | 40 | not yet verified |
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Questions from security companies
How do security companies get contracts at Texas apartment communities and HOAs?
Courtesy officers, patrol and access control are contracted by the management company or HOA board.
How many properties could a security company serve in Texas?
21,139 apartment communities, 15,745 HOAs, 7,255 hotels (WhoRunsWhat data, October 2026).
When do Texas properties buy security services?
Year-round.