Los Angeles County, CA
Security Established Businesses For Sale
Industry Info
Recession-Resistant Fire Safety Service Business
Gate Automation & Access Control Service, Installation & Repair
Oklahoma City, OK
Security Services Company with Recurring Revenue and Strong Growth
Minnesota
Profitable Security Guard Company
Miami, FL
Security and Protection Services Company Located near Los Angeles, CA
California
Security Services Provider
Twin Cities Home Watch & Concierge Business for Sale
Minnesota
Smart Home E-Commerce + SaaS Business | $7K USD Monthly Recurring Rev
Canada
Scalable Commercial Security and Locksmith Business
Tarrant County, TX
Security Solutions Company – Upper Eastern Seaboard
New Hampshire
Lapels Dry Cleaning
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Patented Anti-Theft & Sign Security Devices for Retail Stores
Tampa, FL
Elite Silicon Valley Locksmith & Door Hardware Authority
Santa Clara County, CA
Tucson, AZ: Established Security Services Business Backed by Signal
$500,000
Tucson, AZ
Alarm, AV, & Electric Business for Sale
Nevada
Security Franchise Portfolio – $1.6M Revenue Projected
Springfield, VA
Daniel Ober
First Choice Business Brokers
Serving Horry County, SC
First Choice Business Brokers is one of the largest business sales organizations in the U.S., listing over $7.5 Billion in businesses for sale since our foundation in 1994. First Choice Business Brokers specializes in business sales across all industries with transaction sizes from approximately $50,000 to $50 million. First Choice Business Brokers assists business owners in selling their businesses by locating and matching them with a buyer and managing the entire sales process. Additionally, we also work with business buyers to find the right business that meets their purchase criteria. With several offices located throughout the U.S., we have sold thousands of businesses, of all types, confidentially and efficiently through our vast buyer networks.
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Security and Fire Alarm System Installer and Monitoring Service
Illinois
Comprehensive Security Solutions Company
Miami-Dade County, FL
$581K Rev – Biometric Screening & Compliance Moat
Los Angeles County, CA
Sonoma County Locksmith
Sonoma County, CA
ID Card Printing & Access Control Solutions Company
Multnomah County, OR
Canine Dimensions In-home Dog Training
Franchise
Available in Multiple Locations
Premier Licensed Security Firm with Specialized Personnel
Turnkey Established Commercial Locksmith Business
Broward County, FL
Security Guards & Investigations, High-Tier, Mid-Atlantic Region
$5,500,000
Pennsylvania
Profitable, Long-Standing Locksmith Shop with Service Van
Ventura County, CA
Reality-Based Tactical Training for Military, Police & Security Person
Florida
Tampa Bay Homebased Cabling & Security—Essential, Always in Demand
Pinellas County, FL
Fire System Services Company
Michigan
• Profitable, Well-Established Locksmith – S. OR
Jackson County, OR
Growing Security Company. $3.9 Million Gross Sales!
Tucson, AZ
Security Integration Sales and Service
New York
Team Logic IT
Franchise
Available in Multiple Locations
Special Event Security Company
Utah
Price Drop! Premier Investigative Services Agency
North Carolina
San Antonio: Established Security Services Business Backed by Signal
San Antonio, TX
Window Screen Installation and Repair - PRICE REDUCED!
Santa Rosa, CA
Security Systems and Monitoring Company
Jefferson County, LA
MaidPro
Franchise
Available in Multiple Locations
Established Breathalyzer & Auto Service with Recurring Revenue
Ingham County, MI
Buy or Sell a Security Business
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 Market (Average) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 45 | 19,292 |
| Asking Price | $800,000 | - |
| Reported Revenue | $1,451,471 | $1,465,912 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $345,086 | $102,614 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
For more in-depth sales and profitability data see:
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $360,000 | $800,000 | $2,250,000 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Security Businesses for sale.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $581,000 | $173,122 |
| Median | $1,451,471 | $345,086 |
| Upper Quartile | $3,089,885 | $544,162 |
Valuation Multiples
The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Security Businesses listed for sale.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.59 | 2.33 |
| Median | 1.02 | 2.96 |
| Upper Quartile | 1.41 | 4.05 |
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy a Security Business?
The median asking price for an established Security Business is $800,000, though prices range from under $360,000 to well over $2,250,000.
How much do Security Businesses owners earn?
The median reported revenue of Security Businesses is $1,451,471 and owners earn a median of $345,086, 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, revenue multiples range from 0.59 to 1.41, with a median of 1.02. Earning multiples range from 2.33 to 4.05, with the median at 2.96. This means the typical Security Business may ask for around 1.02 times its annual revenue, and 2.96 times its annual owner earnings.
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