Small Office Network Installer

Small businesses such as dental offices, law firms, retail shops and agencies that have no in-house IT person.

Project fees for installs and office moves, plus monthly retainers for ongoing support and maintenance.

• Business networking (VLANs, firewalls, access points)
• Structured cabling basics
• Documenting setups clearly
• Reliable communication with business owners

• General liability and professional liability (errors and omissions) insurance
• Check your state's rules on low-voltage cabling work, as some states require a license or contractor registration
• Clients in fields like healthcare or finance may have data security rules, so check what applies before taking the work
• Being on call when networks fail, so set clear support hours in your contract

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $1,500 to $7,000, depending on your tools, test gear and the business-grade equipment you need to hold or demonstrate. Costs vary with the type of clients you target.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $1,500 to $8,000, depending on how many offices you serve, whether you add ongoing support and your prices. The estimate assumes at least about 15 hours a week.

Check your state's rules on low-voltage cabling work, as some states require a license or contractor registration. Also check what data security rules apply to clients in fields like healthcare or finance, and get general and professional liability insurance.