Home theater design and install company

Homeowners with higher budgets, builders, remodelers and interior designers who want one company to handle the whole theater room.

Quoted project fees covering design, labor and equipment markup, often with a deposit upfront. Extra income can come from service visits, upgrades and ongoing support.

• Strong AV and acoustics knowledge
• Project planning and quoting
• Working with builders and electricians
• Client communication and managing expectations

• Contractor or low-voltage licensing, which varies by state, county and city, so check before quoting larger jobs
• General liability insurance, and workers' compensation once you hire employees
• Equipment markup means you carry the cost and warranty risk, so check supplier terms and sales tax rules in your state
• Use written contracts with deposits and clear scope to avoid disputes over changes
• Electrical work for dedicated circuits needs a licensed electrician in most places, so check local rules

Startup costs are typically around $8,000 to $35,000, depending on your tools, equipment, insurance and how much stock or samples you carry. These are estimates, so price your own setup before committing.

Monthly revenue is typically around $5,000 to $25,000, depending on project size, how many jobs you win and your team. The estimates assume at least about 30 hours a week.

Contractor or low-voltage licensing varies by state, county and city, so check before quoting larger jobs. Electrical work for dedicated circuits needs a licensed electrician in most places. Also check general liability insurance and workers' compensation once you hire employees.