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Security Consultant and Private Investigator in Purcellville, Virginia
Based in Ashburn, in Loudoun County, I help Purcellville businesses, wineries, schools, houses of worship, and families with security consulting, private investigations, and safety training.
I am Zach Baumgart, a paramedic and former federal special agent with more than 25 years of public safety and law enforcement experience. About me
- Former federal special agent
- Licensed Private Investigator
- Certified Fraud Examiner
- Nationally Registered Paramedic
B Safe Advisor Group in Purcellville
Purcellville is a town in western Loudoun County, about nine miles west of Leesburg, in the Loudoun Valley with views of the Blue Ridge. My business is based in Ashburn, in Loudoun County. Whether you are in downtown Purcellville, at a farm or winery nearby, or in another western Loudoun community, I can meet you at your location. When you contact B Safe Advisor, you work directly with me, not a rotating team.
I am a Virginia-licensed private investigator and Certified Fraud Examiner, and I use more than 25 years of public safety and law enforcement experience to shape my security audits, investigations, training, and the Security Director on Demand service. As a paramedic, I understand how emergencies unfold where help can be minutes away.
Contact me to start with a confidential, complimentary initial consultation.
Security and Investigation Needs in Purcellville and Western Loudoun
A 2023 market report describes Purcellville as the economic hub of western Loudoun County, with more than 800 active businesses (Source). It combines a historic downtown, the western end of the W&OD Trail, Patrick Henry College, public schools, farms, and nearby wineries and breweries. In a close-knit community, people trust each other, which can make fraud and internal theft harder to see. Properties can also be spread out, so planning for the minutes before help arrives matters. Needs include:
- Downtown shops, restaurants, and offices: theft, payment fraud, cash handling, and employee conduct.
- Wineries, breweries, farms, and event venues: crowds, alcohol-related incidents, cash handling, remote property security, and emergency plans.
- Schools, childcare facilities, and camps: emergency plans for threats, medical emergencies, and missing children.
- Houses of worship and nonprofits: open-door gatherings, community events, volunteers, and donations.
- Medical, dental, and professional offices: sensitive information, workplace threats, and insider misconduct.
- Families and rural properties: isolated property, home security, harassment, and fraud and other scams.
Community events, visitors, and seasonal crowds bring a steady mix of customers, employees, and volunteers to local businesses and organizations. I can review your site, plan for emergencies, and investigate theft, fraud, or misconduct when it occurs.
Crime Trends in Purcellville
The Purcellville Police Department reported 29 larceny crimes in 2025, down from 58, and 31 fraud crimes, down from 33. Source: Virginia State Police NIBRS, calendar year 2025 compared with 2024 for these crime statistics
Across Loudoun County, fraud-related crimes are up 6% from 2024 to 2025.
- Forgery crimes are up 58%, from 135 to 213.
- Impersonation crimes are up 26%, from 157 to 198.
- Wire fraud crimes are up 13%, from 112 to 127.
Even a few crimes can mean large losses. A single forged check, payment scam, or employee theft can hurt a small business or a family badly.
As a Certified Fraud Examiner and former federal criminal investigator, I help organizations and families spot these schemes, tighten the controls that stop them, and investigate when a fraud scheme succeeds. Learn about my security audits, investigations, training, and Security Director on Demand.
Concerned about a security or safety issue such as fraud? Contact me for a confidential, complimentary initial consultation.
County violent crime and fraud trends cover all of Loudoun County, including the Sheriff's Office and the town police departments. Percentages are based on crimes, not arrests or people, and are not adjusted for population.
How I Can Help in Purcellville
Security Director on Demand
Ongoing access to an experienced security leader, and all B Safe Advisor Group services, without the cost of a full-time hire.
Physical Security Audits
An independent review of your space, procedures, and high-risk areas, including remote properties, with a written report that ranks each finding by risk.
Private Investigations
Independent, confidential investigations of fraud, theft, inventory loss, threats, stalking, harassment, and misconduct, and help for families targeted by scams.
Background Investigations
Pre-employment and vendor screening matched to the position, plus due diligence and executive background investigations.
Training
Emergency medical response, Active Threat Response, workplace violence prevention, and fraud awareness, customized for your team.
Emergency Procedures
Plans, staff training, and drills for schools, venues, and houses of worship, covering medical emergencies, fire, lockdown, evacuation, and missing children.
Threat Assessment and Management
I assess and investigate threats and harassment, then help you manage and reduce the risk through a mitigation plan.
Travel Security
Destination-specific briefings and training for travelers and groups leaving from Dulles and beyond.
All services are available individually or as part of a Security Director on Demand contract. See my full list of services.
I also teach two safety courses for young people leaving home: B Safe at Spring Break, a three-hour course for high school juniors and seniors and college freshmen and sophomores who are new to spring break trips, and B Safe at College, a six-hour course for high school juniors, seniors, and graduates preparing to live away from home for the first time. Sessions are planned in and around Ashburn. Training session dates are coming soon! Contact me to get added to the notification list when I finalize the dates.
Ready to talk it through? The initial consultation is complimentary.
How It Works
Initial Consultation
A confidential consultation by phone or virtual meeting lasting about 15 minutes. The consultation is complimentary.
Scope and Contract
I recommend the services that fit your needs, and a written contract sets out the scope and terms.
Work
I do the work myself and report my findings to you.
Working with Local Agencies
I can serve as your liaison with the Purcellville Police Department, the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office, and Loudoun County Fire and Rescue, so you have a trusted contact before an incident, not after. In an emergency, call 9-1-1.
I also serve Ashburn, Leesburg, Middleburg, and Sterling, and all of Loudoun County. See my full service area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you serve Purcellville and western Loudoun?
Yes. I serve Purcellville, Round Hill, Hamilton, Hillsboro, Lovettsville, Bluemont, Philomont, and the rest of western Loudoun, and I can meet you at your location.
Do you offer private investigations in Purcellville?
Yes. I am a Virginia-licensed private investigator and a Certified Fraud Examiner. I handle investigations of fraud, threats, harassment, stalking, theft, inventory loss, employee misconduct, and other matters for businesses, attorneys, organizations, and families, and every matter is confidential.
Is Purcellville safe?
Loudoun County, including Purcellville, reported a crime rate about half as high as Virginia's overall rate.
Fraud-related crimes across Loudoun County are up 6% from 2024 to 2025.
My services focus on security consulting, physical security assessments, fraud awareness and prevention, and private investigations to support the Purcellville community. If you have security or safety concerns regarding your family, business, or organization, contact me for help.
Can you help with community events and festivals in Purcellville?
Yes. I can review emergency procedures, crowd and access planning, and medical response for festivals, markets, and other public events.
Can you help wineries, breweries, and farms?
Yes. A security audit can review remote buildings, cash handling, event access, and emergency plans, and I can train your staff for medical emergencies and incidents. I can also conduct threat assessments and investigate threats, theft, inventory loss, employee misconduct, financial fraud, and incidents or injuries on your property. I do not sell cameras, guards, or alarms, so my advice is independent.
Can you help my school, childcare center, or house of worship?
Yes. I review your emergency procedures, train your staff, and run drills for threats, medical emergencies, and missing children. I can also conduct threat assessments and investigate misconduct, financial fraud, theft, and other concerns, confidentially.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes. B Safe Advisor Group LLC is a bonded, insured, and licensed Private Security Services Business in Virginia (DCJS #11-30292), and I am a Virginia-licensed private investigator.
Do you sell guards, cameras, or alarms?
No. I do not sell security guards, alarms, cameras, or any other products or equipment, and I do not receive referral fees or commissions from any services or vendors I propose.
My advice and reports are always independent and unbiased, so you always get the best advice and the best client service.
How much does it cost?
The cost depends on the services you choose and the size and needs of your organization, such as the number of locations and whether you need a one-time project or ongoing support through a Security Director on Demand contract. As an example, a small single-location business would pay approximately $500 per month under a Security Director on Demand contract, which includes emergency plan updates, monthly meetings and drills, unlimited investigative consultations, and up to two initial threat assessments each month.
During the initial consultation, I can tailor the contract to your needs.
Can I get started online or by phone?
Yes. Call or text 571-643-2338, email contact@bsafeadvisor.com, or send a message. I respond within two business days.
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