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Security Businesses For Sale in California

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Los Angeles: Established Security Services Business Backed by Signal

Los Angeles, CA

This opportunity is for a buyer looking to acquire an operating security services business with active contracts, immediate revenue, and infrastructure already in place while also benefiting from the...

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $113,000

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EBITDA: $113,000

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Oxnard, CA: Established Security Services Business Backed by Signal

Oxnard, CA

This opportunity is for a buyer looking to acquire an operating security services business with active contracts, immediate revenue, and infrastructure already in place while also benefiting from the...

$950,000

EBITDA: $190,000

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$950,000

EBITDA: $190,000

$8,000/ NET AVG Monthly! Live Monitoring- MUST HAVE LICENSE!

Los Angeles County, CA

PLEASE READ: Established Security Monitoring Business - Premium Passive Income Opportunity MUST HAVE ACO CALIFORNIA LICENSE No Facilities or Assets to be sold. Home Based Business. Selling existing...

$450,000

EBITDA: $94,000

$450,000

EBITDA: $94,000

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Recession-Resistant Fire Safety Service Business

Los Angeles County, CA

This established fire extinguisher service business provides recurring inspection, certification, maintenance, recharge, testing, and installation services for commercial customers throughout Southern...

$290,000

$290,000

Cash Flow: $108,650

Price Reduced! Child Safety Pool Fence No Crew Needed

California

NorCal Child Safety Pool Fence Company - SC2241 Financial Information Asking Price: $274,500 Cash Flow: $140,000 Gross Revenue: $200,000 Down Payment: $274,500 Adjusted EBITDA: $65,000 This Northern...

$274,500

$274,500

Cash Flow: $140,000

Cybersecurity SaaS Platform with Stable Clients & Growth Runway

San Diego County, CA

A California-based SaaS company offering a patented email encryption platform built for regulated industries where secure communication is mission-critical. Company Overview Founded in 2010, the...

$1,950,000

$1,950,000

Mainline Security - Established Locksmith & Security Business

San Francisco, CA

Mainline Security - Established Locksmith & Security Business Established in 1971, this profitable and reputable locksmith and security business has built a strong presence in San Francisco's...

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$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $371,000

Home Based & SBA Approved Background Investigation Business

California

SBA Approved + Seller Financing Home Based Background Investigations - SC2132 Financial Information Asking Price: $599,000 Cash Flow: $175,000 Gross Revenue: $500,000 Down Payment: $399,000 Financing:...

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$599,000

$599,000

Cash Flow: $175,000

Creative 501c3 Private Patrol Operator
Start Up

Dominology Security Group (DSG) is a California-based security and community service organization operating under a nonprofit structure with a focus on public safety, workforce development, and event...

$125,000

$125,000

Security and Protection Services Company Located near Los Angeles, CA

California

Security services provided include armed and unarmed: Residential Security, Workplace Security, Security Drivers, Executive Personal Protection, Travel/Transportation, Threat/Risk Assessment, and...

$9,899,000

$9,899,000

EBITDA: $1,858,936

Elite Silicon Valley Locksmith & Door Hardware Authority

Santa Clara County, CA

Step into the helm of the Bay Area’s most prestigious locksmith and door hardware firm. Nestled in a world-renowned wealth corridor, this enterprise has spent over 15 years perfecting exceptional...

$1,498,000

$1,498,000

Cash Flow: $415,259

Fire Inspection Business w/ State and multiple City licenses

Los Angeles, CA

Incredible opportunity to own an established Fire Inspection Licensed Business. *Potential Buyers need to have Fire Protection experience and/or Existing Licenses First time on the market in 35 years....

$1,800,000

$1,800,000

Cash Flow: $625,000

#1 Mobile Residential and Commercial Locksmith

Santa Clarita, CA

Investing in Magic Lock & Key is a strategic opportunity to acquire a highly-rated, long-standing service provider in one of Southern California's most favorable markets. The business's success is...

$85,000

$85,000

$581K Rev – Biometric Screening & Compliance Moat

Los Angeles County, CA

The Company is a specialized provider of biometric background checks, federal fingerprint submission services, and identity verification services, operating both on-site at its regional headquarters...

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EBITDA: $197,000

Sonoma County Locksmith

Sonoma County, CA

Own a staple of this Sonoma County community. This is a premier, family-owned security solutions provider with over 40 years of proven success. Known for its commitment to trust and customer-first...

$149,000

$149,000

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M&A Business Advisors

Serving Sacramento County, CA

M&A Business Advisors is a full-service Business Brokerage and M&A Advisory Firm and the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions. M&A Business Advisors specializes in the CONFIDENTIAL sale of privately owned businesses in a wide range of industries including Manufacturing, Wholesale Distribution, Service, Retail, Health Care, E-Commerce, Software, Construction, Food & Beverage and more. We use proprietary methods and advanced technology to better serve our clients and accomplish their objectives. M&A Business Advisors are highly respected, experienced Advisors who are recognized as some of the top deal makers in the industry. Our Advisors have extensive backgrounds as well as years of experience and knowledge in a wide range of industries. We work as a “Team” to collaborate and share our knowledge and expertise to best represent our clients. Our Advisors hold some of the top designations in the industry including the Certified Business Intermediaries (CBI) designation issued by the International Business Broker Association (IBBA), the Lifetime Certified Business Intermediaries (L-CBI) designation issued by the International Business Broker Association (IBBA), the Merger and Acquisition Master Intermediary (M&AMI) designation issued by M&A Source, the Certified Business Brokers (CBB) designation issued by the California Association of Business Brokers and the BBP – Industry Expert designation. Our Advisors are considered “Influencers” and have been instrumental in improving the standards and ethics within the industry. Our Advisors are actively involved as industry association Presidents, industry association Board Members, industry association Committee Chairs, industry association Instructors as well as contributors to industry publications. Selling or purchasing a business can be a complex, time consuming process. The process involves 100% commitment and a “hands on” approach by the Advisor along with expertise in a wide range of fields such as finance, accounting, commercial leases, understanding contracts and industry dynamics, managing due diligence, negotiations, preparing contracts and more. Our years of experience along with our proprietary process and ability to work as a team to solve complex issues that arise in transactions is what separates us from the competition. Rest assured that when you are working with a M&A Business Advisor, you are working with the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions. Please refer to our website and contact one of our Advisors near you for a complimentary consultation.

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Profitable, Long-Standing Locksmith Shop with Service Van

Ventura County, CA

SBA Pre-Qualified. This established locksmith and service business has been proudly serving the community and surrounding areas for over 30 years. Located in a highly visible retail space, the...

$360,000

$360,000

Cash Flow: $180,000

Security Business, Trained Canine (K9) Detection Service

Stanislaus County, CA

Seller may carry small note or consider reasonable offers. 2025 Update: Business is growing and Owner is Hiring while Actively Selling the Business in preparation for retirement. Having established...

$600,000

$600,000

Cash Flow: $77,329

Window Screen Installation and Repair - PRICE REDUCED!

Santa Rosa, CA

PRICE REDUCED! OWNERS MOTIVATED! This long established (1989) Sonoma County mobile and in house screen company has been serving this North Bay community for many years. The family run business focuses...

$525,000

$525,000

Cash Flow: $191,500

Buy or Sell a Security Business in California
Security businesses listed on BizBuySell include companies that provide armed and unarmed guard services, event security, mobile patrols, and electronic surveillance solutions. These businesses serve commercial, residential, and institutional clients, offering protection for properties, personnel, and assets. Business models range from contract-based guard services to technology-driven operations focused on alarm systems, video surveillance, access control, and remote monitoring. Many listings feature recurring revenue from long-term service agreements, established client relationships, and licensed personnel. Some businesses also include proprietary technology platforms, fleet vehicles, or real estate—supporting operational efficiency and growth in the private security and protective services market.
Market Overview Listings for Sale (Median)
Number of Businesses Analyzed11
Asking Price$525,000
Reported Revenue$668,500
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$185,750
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$355,000$525,000$1,224,000

Market Financial Highlights

The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Security Businesses for sale in California.

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$385,501$166,250
Median$668,500$185,750
Upper Quartile$943,025$382,065

Valuation Multiples

The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Security Businesses listed for sale in California.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.951.99
Median1.042.71
Upper Quartile1.563.02

FAQ's

How much does it cost to buy a Security Business in California?

The median asking price for an established Security Business in California is $525,000, though prices range from under $355,000 to well over $1,224,000.

How much do Security Businesses owners in California earn?

The median reported revenue of Security Businesses in California is $668,500 and owners earn a median of $185,750, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.

How do I value a Security Business?

Valuing a business is a complex process, but buyers and sellers often turn to the local market to understand how businesses are priced. Based on our most recent analysis of Security Businesses in California, revenue multiples range from 0.95 to 1.56, with a median of 1.04. Earning multiples range from 1.99 to 3.02, with the median at 2.71. This means the typical Security Business in California may ask for around 1.04 times its annual revenue, and 2.71 times its annual owner earnings.

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