Fire alarm installation and testing team

Building owners, strata managers, property managers, builders, schools and small businesses that need alarms installed or maintained.

Fixed-price installs and hourly or per-device charges for repairs. Ongoing maintenance and testing contracts give regular income.

• Electrical or fire systems trade skills
• Reading plans and following standards
• Quoting and job scheduling
• Clear reports for clients and certifiers

• Fire system and electrical work is usually licensed and varies by state and territory, so confirm what you can legally do
• Public liability and professional indemnity insurance with cover that fits fire safety work
• Work must comply with the National Construction Code and relevant Australian Standards, and inspections may involve council or fire authority sign-off
• Workers compensation insurance for staff and subcontractors, which varies by state
• Slow payment on bigger jobs, so use deposits and clear terms

Estimates suggest startup typically costs around $10,000 to $40,000, depending on your vehicle, tools, testing equipment and how large a team you start with. Get quotes before committing.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $6,000 to $25,000, depending on the size of the jobs, your regular testing contracts and team size. Slow payment on bigger jobs is worth planning for.

Fire system and electrical work is usually licensed and varies by state and territory, so confirm what you can legally do. Also check National Construction Code and Australian Standards compliance, any council or fire authority sign-off, and insurance.