Online shop for DIY security kits

Homeowners, renters, landlords and small businesses who prefer to fit equipment themselves.

The margin between wholesale and retail prices, plus bundles and accessories. Some sellers add a paid remote set-up help session.

• Product knowledge and honest advice
• Online selling and basic website skills
• Customer support by phone or email
• Stock and order management

• Consumer rights rules on returns, refunds and product descriptions, so check the latest guidance
• Check that products carry the required UK safety markings and come from reputable suppliers
• Check data protection duties if you handle customer details, and whether ICO registration applies
• Customers fitting kit themselves may misuse cameras, so include guidance on privacy and legal use
• Product liability and stock insurance are worth checking
• Competition from big retailers means a clear niche matters

Startup costs are typically estimated at around £500 to £4,000, depending on your website, initial stock and how you source products. Check product liability and stock insurance as part of your budget.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around £300 to £3,000, depending on your range, marketing and customer support. Competition from big retailers means a clear niche matters. These are revenue estimates, not profit.

Check consumer rights rules on returns, refunds and product descriptions, and that products carry the required UK safety markings and come from reputable suppliers. Also check data protection duties, whether ICO registration applies, and include guidance on privacy and legal camera use.