Mobile car alarm and tracker installer

Vehicle owners worried about theft, used car dealers, tradies and small businesses with work vehicles, and fleet managers.

A fixed price per install covering the device and labour, a markup on the hardware, and repeat work from dealers or fleets that need several vehicles done.

• Vehicle wiring and auto electrical basics
• Neat, careful hands-on work
• Clear, honest customer communication

• Licensing rules for auto electrical work differ by state and territory, so check before you take payment
• Public liability insurance and cover for your tools and stock, plus workers compensation once you hire
• Poor installs can cause electrical faults or void warranties on newer vehicles, so follow manufacturer and device instructions
• Rules on tracking devices and consent differ by state, so check privacy and surveillance laws before fitting trackers
• Working in public car parks or driveways may need permission, so check where you can work

Startup costs are typically around $5,000 to $20,000, depending on your tools, stock and how you set up the service. Treat these as estimates and price your own equipment and insurance before committing.

Monthly revenue is typically around $4,000 to $18,000, depending on how many installs you book and your mix of customers, such as vehicle owners, dealers and fleets. This is revenue before costs, not take-home pay.

Licensing rules for auto electrical work differ by state and territory, so check before you take payment. Also check public liability and tools cover, rules on tracking devices and consent under privacy and surveillance laws, and where you can work.