Planning for a wedding is a joyful and demanding experience. Just when you thought you had it all together one more thing seems to always pop up. Quite often many couples are caught by surprise when told that in addition to renting the reception facility they must also provide security for the event.

The security officers are there to keep your guests safe and to be as unobtrusive as possible. It is very easy for those persons planning for the reception to forget about security services until it's too late.

Security companies will need advance notice to make certain they'll have enough officers to staff your event. The security company will work with you to provide adequate officers to ensure the safety and security of your guests.

Some reception facilities provide in house security as a part of the services provided and that expense is included in the rental price. Be sure when making reservations for reception facilities that you ask if in house security services are provided and if not, will security services be required. Most reception facilities that don't provide in house security will have a list of pre-approved vendors that will be allowed to provide services for that location.

When selecting a security company to provide service for your reception it is important that you select carefully. The temptation to select the least expensive company is great but the potential pit falls are great as well. As a rule most security companies are reputable and will not mind if you ask questions.

1. Ask for references and follow up by calling to verify that the reference was happy with the service provided.

2. Ask to see copies of State issued Patrol Operators License.

3. Ask to see copies of liability insurance.

4. Review a copy of the security contract and make sure that you understand all terms before signing.

By following these simple steps you will ensure that you have selected the security company that will make your reception as safe and care free as possible.