Signal works to provide residential, commercial, and industrial clients with security services. The company wants to help people have a physically safe environment, giving them a better chance to flourish and prosper. Signal offers security services for apartments, hotels, schools, commercial and industrial establishments. Clients can request patrol services, dedicated security officers, or event security.
Business Services, Home Based Franchises
About Signal
The Signal franchise network is dedicated to providing peace of mind to communities and building a profitable, sustainable business. This isn’t just about stepping into revenue, it’s about growing something bigger.
Why Signal? Why This Opportunity?
Immediate Revenue & Clients – You’d be stepping into a business that’s already generating cash flow with active contracts in place. This means you’ll see revenue right away instead of waiting to build a client base. Industry Leadership – Signal is ranked #1 in Security Services, #20 in fastest-growing franchises, and #63 in the 2025 Franchise 500. This credibility makes it easier to win new contracts and expand the business.
Lower Operational Costs & Higher Margins – Signal franchisees benefit from reduced insurance rates, centralized payroll support, and back-office efficiencies. Our locations operate at an average gross profit margin of 39%, with many generating over $1.2 million in annual revenue.
Affordable Ownership with Financing, Payroll Lending & Exclusive Insurance Savings--Signal offers flexible financing options that cover most startup costs, making franchise ownership more accessible than competitors requiring large upfront investments. A payroll lending program helps cover initial payroll and administrative expenses, providing financial flexibility during the transition to ownership. Additionally, Signal's exclusive insurance captive keeps insurance costs significantly lower than outside providers, reducing ongoing operational expenses. With these financial advantages, Signal provides a lower barrier to entry and a more cost-effective path to franchise ownership.
Advanced Technology for Growth – Our Edge system provides real-time reporting, automated scheduling, allowing you to deliver the highest level of service and transparency to clients.
2008 (17 years)
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$185,128
Franchise Fees
$150,000
4.0%
Gross Revenues
0.0%
Why Signal?
A franchisee for Signal should display the qualities it takes to be a team captain. These qualities include passion, commitment, positivity, and confidence. A franchisee for Signal may need to possess good communication skills and the ability to inspire others. Signal may need franchisees who can recognize strengths within the team and use them appropriately.
Signal provides all franchisees with technology and training that can help their franchise grow. The Signal team should help franchisees publish a website, manage new client leads, invoice clients, and operate payroll. Franchisees also have support for marketing, recruiting, and performance indicators that will likely help franchisees run their business.
Ideal Candidate
What We're Looking For:
Passionate, Community‑Focused Leader:
Driven by service and committed to delivering peace of mind through high‑quality security solutions in your community. Inspired by Signal’s vision of “providing peace of mind” by enabling clients to pursue their lives with confidence.
Hands‑On, Owner‑Operator Mindset:
Not a passive investor—this is a full‑time, engaged role. You’ll lead hiring, train and manage teams, oversee operations, marketing, and finances to build a thriving business.
Strong Leadership & Team Captain Qualities:
Confident communicator with vision, positivity, and the ability to inspire and elevate your team. Excellent at recognizing team strengths and fostering growth.
Financially Sound & Committed:
Able to meet the initial investment threshold—starting from approximately $57K to over $273K, depending on territory size—and prepared for ongoing costs. Veterans or law-enforcement backgrounds may qualify for discounts. Demonstrates sound financial integrity and readiness to sustain operations through launch.
Tech‑Savvy & Backbone of Operations:
Comfortable using modern operations software—for scheduling, dispatch, payroll, and reporting—so you can focus on delivering service, not admin.
Aligned with Core Values:
Embodies Signal’s values of honesty, integrity, learning, passion, and service—ensuring trust with clients, employees, and your local community.
$157,700 - $5,000,000
$20,000
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Testimonials
"Owning a business is much easier with the support and expertise of the Home Office. They provide a strong foundation by handling administrative functions like insurance, payroll, and collections, allowing me to focus on growing my business." - Jesse Acree, Owner, Multiple Markets
“One of the most valuable aspects of Signal is having a broad network. It’s a phenomenal culture. It’s a family. You can pick up the phone and call anytime.” Mike Daly, Owner, Signal of Tampa
"We truly feel that being a part of the Signal Team is one of the best personal and business decisions we've ever made." Kris and Traci Withrow, Owners, Signal of Wichita
