Mobile Car Alarm and Tracker Installer
Fit car alarms, remote starts and GPS trackers at customers' homes or workplaces.
- $2k-10k
- Part-time
- Out and about
Estimates for a small start in the US, not guarantees.
Official data
3,525 US businesses with employees in this field, -6.1% in a year
NAICS 811118 “Other automotive mechanical and electrical repair and maintenance”. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns 2023.
What it is
A van-based service that installs aftermarket car alarms, kill switches, immobilizers and GPS trackers at the customer's driveway or workplace, so they don't have to give up their car for a day.
Your first three steps
- Practice on your own and friends' cars, and consider a mobile electronics course such as MECP or manufacturer training
- Set up a supplier account with an alarm or GPS tracker distributor and buy a starter tool kit
- Offer installs to local used car sellers, small fleets and neighborhood groups, and collect reviews
Who pays
Car owners worried about theft, owners of high-theft models, small businesses with work vans, and used car sellers.
How it makes money
A flat fee per installation, with the device sold at a markup or supplied by the customer. Fleet jobs and repeat referrals add steadier work.
Skills that help
- Car electrical wiring and diagnostics
- Careful, tidy work inside dashboards and trim
- Clear communication with customers
Watch out for
- General liability insurance, ideally including coverage for damage to customers' vehicles (garage keepers or similar, check with your insurer)
- Local business license and any state or city rules for auto work, check with your city or county
- Wiring mistakes can cause electrical faults or void a car's warranty, so be clear with customers
- Rules on tracker use: only install on vehicles the customer owns or has the right to track, and check your state's laws
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to start a mobile car alarm installation business?
Startup costs are typically around $2,000 to $10,000, depending on your vehicle, tools, stock of alarms and trackers, and insurance. These are estimates, so check prices for your own setup.
How much can a mobile car alarm and tracker installer earn?
Monthly revenue is typically around $1,500 to $7,000, depending on how many installs you book, your prices and your area. The estimates assume at least about 12 hours a week.
What licenses and rules should I check for car security installation?
Check general liability insurance, ideally covering damage to customers' vehicles, and your local business license and any state or city auto work rules. Also check your state's laws on trackers, and be clear with customers about warranty risks.
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