What do i need to start a CCTV/ALARM company

[TMJALARMSNATE 0]

As far as insurance, permits, and all that. I'm in the st. louis mo area.

 

The way i understand it i can install as a sub contractor i just can't sell, is this so?

[sw 0]

As far as business licensing requirements, check with your local Chamber of Commerce. Also, a 30 minute meeting with a CPA now could have you well on your way to establishing your business.

 

As far as making a business work, you need customers. That's the number 1 requirement. A basic understanding of marketing is essential to any business. Hand out business cards everywhere you go. Tell people to tell their friends. Word of mouth is free and most effective advertising. Doing a mailing to area businesses would be your next best thing. Don't bother with radio/TV or even newspaper ads unless you have some capital to burn.

 

Hope that helps. After all, free advice is often worth what you paid.

 

 

-Rob

[CollinR 0]

In most states you need a licensed company manager to get the company licensed. Thats before you can do anything, including subcontracted or sale/design and subcontract to someone else.