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Launch Your Security Business The Right Way
39+ years of industry expertise. Licensed. Certified. Ready to help electricians, IT professionals, and contractors enter the home security market with training and consulting nationwide.
39+ years of industry expertise. Licensed. Certified. Ready to help electricians, IT professionals, and contractors enter the home security market with training and consulting nationwide.
39+
Years Experience
500+
Technicians Trained
What We Offer
Your Path to Security Industry Success
Everything you need to establish and grow a legitimate, compliant security business in Texas
Licensing Guidance
Navigate Texas DPS and TDI requirements with expert guidance. Get your Company Manager and Fire Alarm licenses efficiently.
Technical Training
Hands-on training programs for intrusion detection, access control, fire systems, and IP networking. NFPA instruction included.
Business Setup
From entity formation to operational procedures—get your security business running professionally from day one.
Qualifier Services
Need a licensed qualifier for your Texas security company? Leverage our credentials to get started faster.
The Real Opportunity
Build Recurring Monthly Revenue
Unlike one-time installation jobs, security monitoring and automation services create predictable, recurring income that compounds over time.
Recurring Revenue
Monthly monitoring fees create steady, predictable income
Business Valuation
Recurring revenue businesses sell for 35-45x monthly revenue
Compounding Growth
Each new customer adds to your monthly base—revenue grows exponentially
The "Treasury" Layer: A Fun Fact Assumption
By treating a portion of your recurring revenue as a capital reserve, you aren't just building a service company; you are building a leveraged asset play.
Assuming you invest 10% of your annual gross RMR revenue into Bitcoin at a conservative 25% CAGR, here is how your company's "Digital Reserve" would look alongside your subscriber growth.
5-Year Bitcoin Reserve Projection (Conservative 25% CAGR)
| Year | Annual RMR Revenue | 10% BTC Investment | Cumulative Invested | BTC Portfolio Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $145,200 | $14,520 | $14,520 | $14,520 |
| Year 2 | $297,192 | $29,719 | $44,239 | $47,869 |
| Year 3 | $447,840 | $44,784 | $89,023 | $104,620 |
| Year 4 | $604,128 | $60,413 | $149,436 | $191,188 |
| Year 5 | $785,460 | $78,546 | $227,982 | $317,532 |
Historical Average BTC Projection (60% CAGR)
Using Bitcoin's actual 10-year historical average
| Year | Annual RMR Revenue | 10% BTC Investment | Cumulative Invested | BTC Portfolio Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $145,200 | $14,520 | $14,520 | $14,520 |
| Year 2 | $297,192 | $29,719 | $44,239 | $52,951 |
| Year 3 | $447,840 | $44,784 | $89,023 | $129,506 |
| Year 4 | $604,128 | $60,413 | $149,436 | $267,622 |
| Year 5 | $785,460 | $78,546 | $227,982 | $506,742 |
Year 5 Comparison
Conservative (25%)
Total Invested:
$227,982
BTC Portfolio:
$317,532
Total ROI:
+39%
Historical Average (60%)
Total Invested:
$227,982
BTC Portfolio:
$506,742
Total ROI:
+122%
The "Dual-Asset" Enterprise Value (Year 5)
Conservative Model (25%)
Contract Asset Value:
$2,618,200
Bitcoin Reserve:
$317,532
Total Enterprise Value:
$2,935,732
Historical Average (60%)
Contract Asset Value:
$2,618,200
Bitcoin Reserve:
$506,742
Total Enterprise Value:
$3,124,942
Why This Works for Your Business
Since your "Core Business" (Electrical, IT, or A/V) is likely already covering your overhead (trucks, insurance, office), the Alarm RMR is essentially high-margin "found money."
Investing 10% of that specific stream into a hard asset like Bitcoin is a strategy used by "Micro-MicroStrategy" style small businesses to outperform competitors who simply let their cash sit in low-interest commercial checking accounts.
The Takeaway: "The Asymmetric Opportunity"
In the historical average scenario, your Bitcoin reserve is worth more than double what you actually put into it.
Because you are using RMR to fund this—which is essentially the "rent" your customers pay to be on your security platform—you are using "house money" to build a digital gold reserve. If Bitcoin does well, your company value skyrockets. If Bitcoin does poorly, you still have a core business valued at $2.6M based on contracts that are legally binding and inflation-protected.
A Note on Risk
While 25% is conservative by Bitcoin standards, the "drawdowns" (price drops) can be 50% or more in a single year. Most businesses using this strategy only invest "Non-Operating Cash"—meaning money you don't need to pay your technicians or buy wire next month.
Your Company's Potential Exit Value
To project the valuation of your alarm division, we use the industry-standard "Multiple of RMR" (Recurring Monthly Revenue). In the security industry, businesses are valued based on their monthly contracts rather than just a multiple of EBITDA.
The Valuation Formula
For a high-growth startup with low churn and integrated services (Fire, Smart Home, Surveillance), the valuation typically ranges from 35x to 45x your RMR.
Formula
Valuation = (Total Subscribers × Avg RMR) × Multiple
5-Year Asset Valuation Projection (at 40x)
| Year | Total Subscribers | Avg RMR | Monthly Cash Flow | Asset Valuation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 220 | $55 | $12,100 | $484K |
| Year 2 | 427 | $58 | $24,766 | $991K |
| Year 3 | 622 | $60 | $37,320 | $1,493K |
| Year 4 | 812 | $62 | $50,344 | $2,014K |
| Year 5 | 1,007 | $65 | $65,455 | $2,618K |
Note: The "Avg RMR" increases over time as you upsell cloud video storage and automation features.
Factors That Increase Your "Multiple"
When you eventually look to sell or seek financing, buyers will evaluate these metrics to determine if you deserve a 30x or 45x+ multiple:
✔️ Attrition (Churn) Rate
Keep this under 8–10% annually. Because you're an existing IT/Electrical provider, your churn will likely be lower (around 5–7%).
✔️ Contract Quality
Keep this under 8–10% annually. Because you're an existing IT/Electrical provider, your churn will likely be lower (around 5–7%).
✔️ Residential vs. Commercial
Commercial fire and security contracts often command a higher multiple because they're seen as more "stable" than residential.
✔️ Proprietary vs. Open Tech
Using platforms like Alarm.com or Resideo makes your accounts "liquid"—any buyer can easily take them over, which increases your value.
The "Hidden" Profit: Service Revenue
The table above only shows the value of monitoring contracts. It doesn't include:
Installation Profit
Upfront margin on hardware and labor (typically 20-40%)
Service Calls
Out-of-warranty repairs and battery replacements
Cross-Sales
Alarm customers are 3x more likely to call you for their next electrical or IT project
Your Next Strategic Step
To maximize this valuation, you need a Clean Subscriber List. Most startups fail to track their "RMR" separately from their "Labor/Parts" revenue in their accounting software (like QuickBooks or Xero).
Strategic Multipliers for Your Growth
Since you offer a full suite (Fire, Automation, Surveillance), you have three specific levers that a standard alarm company doesn't have.
The "Sticky" Service Stack
By offering Fire and Smart Home alongside security, you drastically reduce churn.
Security-only customer:
~5 years
Full suite customer:
9+ years
Increased RMR per Subscriber
Because you offer Surveillance and Automation, your ARPU is higher than industry average.
Standard Alarm:
~$35/mo
Your Full Suite:
$55-$75/mo
1,000 subscribers at $65/mo = $2.5M-$3.5M in contract value
Commercial vs. Residential Mix
As an IT/Electrical/AV firm, you have commercial advantages.
Fire Inspections
Annual inspections = mandated recurring revenue
Access Control
1 commercial system = 5 residential sales in margin
Critical Success Factors
⚡ Truck Roll Efficiency
Partner with 3rd party wholesale monitors. Focus 100% on sales and installs—not running a central station.
👥 Service Transition
At 500 subscribers (Year 2-3), you'll need a dedicated service technician to handle calls and battery swaps.
🛡️Monitoring Partnerships
Close the security sale while already on-site for electrical or IT work. Maximize margins by eliminating second trips.
5-Year Outlook Summary
By Year 5, you aren't just an "Electrician who does alarms." You are a Managed Services Provider. Your growth rate will naturally slow in percentage terms as the denominator gets larger, but your cash flow will become significantly more stable and predictable.
Recurring Revenue
Monthly monitoring fees create steady, predictable income
The "Treasury" Layer: A Fun Fact Assumption
By treating a portion of your recurring revenue as a capital reserve, you aren't just building a service company; you are building a leveraged asset play.
Assuming you invest 10% of your annual gross RMR revenue into Bitcoin at a conservative 25% CAGR, here is how your company's "Digital Reserve" would look alongside your subscriber growth.
5-Year Bitcoin Reserve Projection (Conservative 25% CAGR)
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Historical Average BTC Projection (60% CAGR)
Using Bitcoin's actual 10-year historical average
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Year 5 Comparison
Conservative (25%)
Total Invested:
$227,982
BTC Portfolio:
$317,532
Total ROI:
+39%
Historical Average (60%)
Total Invested:
$227,982
BTC Portfolio:
$506,742
Total ROI:
+122%
The "Dual-Asset" Enterprise Value (Year 5)
Conservative Model (25%)
Contract Asset Value:
$2,618,200
Bitcoin Reserve:
$317,532
Total Enterprise Value:
$2,935,732
Historical Average (60%)
Contract Asset Value:
$2,618,200
Bitcoin Reserve:
$506,742
Total Enterprise Value:
$3,124,942
Why This Works for Your Business
Since your "Core Business" (Electrical, IT, or A/V) is likely already covering your overhead (trucks, insurance, office), the Alarm RMR is essentially high-margin "found money."
Investing 10% of that specific stream into a hard asset like Bitcoin is a strategy used by "Micro-MicroStrategy" style small businesses to outperform competitors who simply let their cash sit in low-interest commercial checking accounts.
The Takeaway: "The Asymmetric Opportunity"
In the historical average scenario, your Bitcoin reserve is worth more than double what you actually put into it.
Because you are using RMR to fund this—which is essentially the "rent" your customers pay to be on your security platform—you are using "house money" to build a digital gold reserve. If Bitcoin does well, your company value skyrockets. If Bitcoin does poorly, you still have a core business valued at $2.6M based on contracts that are legally binding and inflation-protected.
A Note on Risk
While 25% is conservative by Bitcoin standards, the "drawdowns" (price drops) can be 50% or more in a single year. Most businesses using this strategy only invest "Non-Operating Cash"—meaning money you don't need to pay your technicians or buy wire next month.
Business Valuation
Recurring revenue businesses sell for 35-45x monthly revenue
Your Company's Potential Exit Value
To project the valuation of your alarm division, we use the industry-standard "Multiple of RMR" (Recurring Monthly Revenue). In the security industry, businesses are valued based on their monthly contracts rather than just a multiple of EBITDA.
The Valuation Formula
For a high-growth startup with low churn and integrated services (Fire, Smart Home, Surveillance), the valuation typically ranges from 35x to 45x your RMR.
Formula
Valuation = (Total Subscribers × Avg RMR) × Multiple
5-Year Asset Valuation Projection (at 40x)
| Year | Total Subscribers |
Avg RMR | Monthly Cash Flow |
Asset Valuation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 220 | $55 | $12,100 | $484K |
| Year 2 | 427 | $58 | $24,766 | $991K |
| Year 3 | 622 | $60 | $37,320 | $1,493K |
| Year 4 | 812 | $62 | $50,344 | $2,014K |
| Year 5 | 1,007 | $65 | $65,455 | $2,618K |
Note: The "Avg RMR" increases over time as you upsell cloud video storage and automation features.
Factors That Increase Your "Multiple"
When you eventually look to sell or seek financing, buyers will evaluate these metrics to determine if you deserve a 30x or 45x+ multiple:
✔️ Attrition (Churn) Rate
Keep this under 8–10% annually. Because you're an existing IT/Electrical provider, your churn will likely be lower (around 5–7%).
✔️ Contract Quality
Keep this under 8–10% annually. Because you're an existing IT/Electrical provider, your churn will likely be lower (around 5–7%).
✔️ Residential vs. Commercial
Commercial fire and security contracts often command a higher multiple because they're seen as more "stable" than residential.
✔️ Proprietary vs. Open Tech
Using platforms like Alarm.com or Resideo makes your accounts "liquid"—any buyer can easily take them over, which increases your value.
The "Hidden" Profit: Service Revenue
The table above only shows the value of monitoring contracts. It doesn't include:
Installation Profit
Upfront margin on hardware and labor (typically 20-40%)
Service Calls
Out-of-warranty repairs and battery replacements
Cross-Sales
Alarm customers are 3x more likely to call you for their next electrical or IT project
Your Next Strategic Step
To maximize this valuation, you need a Clean Subscriber List. Most startups fail to track their "RMR" separately from their "Labor/Parts" revenue in their accounting software (like QuickBooks or Xero).
Compounding Growth
Each new customer adds to your monthly base—revenue grows exponentially
Strategic Multipliers for Your Growth
Since you offer a full suite (Fire, Automation, Surveillance), you have three specific levers that a standard alarm company doesn't have.
The "Sticky" Service Stack
By offering Fire and Smart Home alongside security, you drastically reduce churn.
Security-only customer:
~5 years
Full suite customer:
9+ years
Increased RMR per Subscriber
Because you offer Surveillance and Automation, your ARPU is higher than industry average.
Standard Alarm:
~$35/mo
Your Full Suite:
$55-$75/mo
1,000 subscribers at $65/mo = $2.5M-$3.5M in contract value
Commercial vs. Residential Mix
As an IT/Electrical/AV firm, you have commercial advantages.
Fire Inspections
Annual inspections = mandated recurring revenue
Access Control
1 commercial system = 5 residential sales in margin
Critical Success Factors
⚡ Truck Roll Efficiency
Partner with 3rd party wholesale monitors. Focus 100% on sales and installs—not running a central station.
👥 Service Transition
At 500 subscribers (Year 2-3), you'll need a dedicated service technician to handle calls and battery swaps.
🛡️Monitoring Partnerships
Close the security sale while already on-site for electrical or IT work. Maximize margins by eliminating second trips.
5-Year Outlook Summary
By Year 5, you aren't just an "Electrician who does alarms." You are a Managed Services Provider. Your growth rate will naturally slow in percentage terms as the denominator gets larger, but your cash flow will become significantly more stable and predictable.
The "Hybrid" Growth Model
120 New Leads/Year + Existing Database Conversions
Combines active marketing (with 10% annual growth) and diminishing database conversions
This is why smart security businesses don't just install systems—
they build equity through recurring revenue.
Success Stories
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Real results from real businesses we've helped launch and grow in Texas
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Credentials That Matter
Work With a Licensed Professional
In Texas, operating a security business without proper licensing isn't just risky—it's illegal. Partner with someone who has the credentials and experience to do it right.
Did you know? Operating without a Texas DPS security license can result in fines up to $10,000 per violation and criminal charges.
NFPA Compliant
Training Programs
All training meets National Fire Protection Association standards
Fire Alarm Superintendent
TDI License RAS-1846812
Certified to supervise residential fire alarm installations
Fire Alarm Company
TDI License ACR-1846819
Company licensed to install and maintain fire alarm systems
Alarm.com Certified
Professional Technician
Certified in the latest smart home and security technologies.
Licensed Company Manager
Texas DPS License B-07049
Authorized to manage and operate security companies in Texas
Licensed Alarm Systems Installer
Texas DPS License 00045497
Licensed to install alarms, access control, and surveillance systems
Who We Help
Ready to Enter the Security Industry?
We partner with skilled professionals looking to expand into or start a security business in Texas
Electricians
Add security services to your existing electrical business. Perfect revenue expansion opportunity.
IT Professionals
Your networking expertise is valuable. Transition into smart home and IP-based security systems.
Home Automation
Integrate security into your smart home offerings. Complete the connected home ecosystem.
Low-Voltage Contractors
Expand beyond AV and structured wiring into the profitable security market.
General Contractors
Offer complete home solutions by adding security to your construction services.
Entrepreneurs
Starting fresh? We'll guide you through every step of launching your security company.
Service Area
Texas Licensing & Installation • Nationwide Training
We specialize in Texas regulations, licensing requirements, and market conditions for installation services. Our training and business consulting programs are available to clients nationwide.
Texas Licensing & Installation Support:
- Houston
- Dallas
- Fort Worth
- Arlington
- Plano
- San Antonio
- Austin
- El Paso
- Corpus Christi
- Lubbock