Los Angeles, CA
This opportunity is for a buyer looking to acquire an operating security services business with active contracts, immediate revenue, and infrastructure already in place while also benefiting from the...
EBITDA: $113,000
Security Businesses For Sale in California
Market Info
Los Angeles: Established Security Services Business Backed by Signal
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$7,000/ NET AVG Monthly! Live Monitoring- MUST HAVE LICENSE!
Los Angeles County, CA
PLEASE READ: Established Security Monitoring Business - Premium Passive Income Opportunity MUST HAVE ACO CALIFORNIA LICENSE No Facilities or Assets to be sold. Home Based Business. Selling existing...
EBITDA: $94,000
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Los Angeles, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire an established, fully operational security services company generating approximately **$3,890,649.88 in annual revenue**. The business has an experienced workforce,...
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Financing Note: This business does not qualify for SBA financing. Buyers should have sufficient cash or access to alternative/personal financing to complete the acquisition. This established fire...
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Dominology Security Group (DSG) is a California-based security and community service organization operating under a nonprofit structure with a focus on public safety, workforce development, and event...
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Todd Warner CVA, CM&AA, CMAP
Agribusiness Brokers
Serving Fresno County, CA
WarnerWest Advisors represents business owners who are ready to sell — providing the valuation work, the buyer relationships, and the transaction experience to get them to closing with what their companies are actually worth. We work across manufacturing, distribution, agribusiness, healthcare, and professional services, with a primary focus on Central and Northern California. What sets us apart isn't a process or a pitch — it's experience. Our principals have founded, grown, and sold businesses themselves. We've sat at the seller's side of the table. That changes how we think about what owners need, and it changes how buyers respond when we're in the room. We're headquartered in Fresno and have spent years building relationships with the buyers, owners, and advisors who define the Central Valley economy. When we say we know this market, we mean the specific dynamics of San Joaquin Valley manufacturing, agribusiness, and distribution — not a generic California approximation. Combined with a national network of private equity groups and strategic acquirers, that local depth consistently produces competitive offers for our clients. Our team has founded, grown, and sold businesses — not just advised on them. We know what it means to walk away from something you spent decades building. That experience shapes how we represent sellers, how we frame the business to buyers, and how we fight for every point of value in negotiations. It's a different kind of credibility. Anyone can sign an engagement letter. Our reputation has been built by what our clients actually walk away with — not what was promised in a pitch deck. We're selective about the engagements we take because we're only interested in transactions we can execute well. Our clients' results are the only marketing that matters to us.
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Buy or Sell a Security Business in California
Security businesses listed on BizBuySell include companies that provide armed and unarmed guard services, event security, mobile patrols, and electronic surveillance solutions. These businesses serve commercial, residential, and institutional clients, offering protection for properties, personnel, and assets. Business models range from contract-based guard services to technology-driven operations focused on alarm systems, video surveillance, access control, and remote monitoring. Many listings feature recurring revenue from long-term service agreements, established client relationships, and licensed personnel. Some businesses also include proprietary technology platforms, fleet vehicles, or real estate—supporting operational efficiency and growth in the private security and protective services market.
| Market Overview | Listings for Sale (Median) | Total California Market (Average) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 8 | 3,822 |
| Asking Price | $600,000 | - |
| Reported Revenue | $643,931 | $2,142,269 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $210,639 | $108,365 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
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Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $427,500 | $600,000 | $1,686,000 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Security Businesses for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $461,000 | $182,875 |
| Median | $643,931 | $210,639 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,272,853 | $368,889 |
Valuation Multiples
The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Security Businesses listed for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.95 | 2.69 |
| Median | 1.04 | 2.84 |
| Upper Quartile | 1.39 | 2.95 |
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy a Security Business in California?
The median asking price for an established Security Business in California is $600,000, though prices range from under $427,500 to well over $1,686,000.
How much do Security Businesses owners in California earn?
The median reported revenue of Security Businesses in California is $643,931 and owners earn a median of $210,639, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.
How do I value a Security Business?
Valuing a business is a complex process, but buyers and sellers often turn to the local market to understand how businesses are priced. Based on our most recent analysis of Security Businesses in California, revenue multiples range from 0.95 to 1.39, with a median of 1.04. Earning multiples range from 2.69 to 2.95, with the median at 2.84. This means the typical Security Business in California may ask for around 1.04 times its annual revenue, and 2.84 times its annual owner earnings.
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