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Are you on the _right side of it?_ Whether you own an intruder alarm company, a CCTV installation business, an access control specialist, or an alarm receiving centre, the decisions you make in the next 12 months will define the outcome. DealFlowAgent works with both sides of the table. A leading specialist in niche building services, with dedicated M&A advisory and brokerage coverage for electronic security businesses. Our market-leading advisors leverage industry knowledge, buyer relationships and proprietary technology to help business owners secure multiple acquisition offers at higher valuations. Confidential. Trusted exit process. 13,000+ Self-Registered Acquirers 22+ Exits Advised Confidential Process Find Out What Your Business Is Worth[I'm a Buyer — Register Interest](/buyside) ![Security systems business owner reviewing exit options with M&A advisor](/illustrations/fire-safety-inspection-scene.webp) The Market Moment ## Two Sides of the _Same Table_ ### For Business Owners You have probably been approached. PE-backed platforms, national security groups, trade buyers looking to acquire your monitoring contracts and engineering teams. But most owners have no idea who is genuinely buying, who has the capital to close, and who will waste months of your time. Without competing offers, there is no leverage. The buyer sets the pace, anchors low, and waits. We change that dynamic. Explore your options ### For Acquirers We maintain a proprietary pipeline of off-market electronic security businesses across the UK and US. Intruder alarms, CCTV, access control, alarm monitoring, integrated systems, and security guarding. If you have defined acquisition criteria, register your interest and we will match you directly to relevant opportunities as they come to market. [Register acquisition criteria](/buyside) Sub-Sector Expertise ## Deep Expertise Across _Every Security Discipline_ We understand the nuances of every sub-sector within electronic security, from NSI Gold accreditations to ARCs and recurring monitoring revenue. ### Intruder Alarm Systems Commercial and residential intruder alarms, including Grade 2 and Grade 3 systems with police response URNs and ARC monitoring connections. ### CCTV & Video Surveillance IP camera systems, video analytics, remote monitoring centres, and AI-powered surveillance solutions for commercial and public sector clients. ### Access Control Systems Biometric, card-based, and cloud-managed access control for corporate offices, healthcare facilities, education, and critical infrastructure. ### Alarm Monitoring (ARC) Alarm receiving centres providing 24/7 monitoring, keyholding, and emergency response services with high-value recurring revenue. ### Integrated Security Solutions Multi-discipline integrators combining intruder alarms, CCTV, access control, and intercom into unified security platforms. ### Security Guarding & Manned Services SIA-licensed guarding operations, mobile patrols, concierge security, and event security with long-term client contracts. Related pages: [Intruder Alarms](/home-services/intruder-alarms) | [CCTV](/home-services/cctv) | [Access Control](/home-services/access-control) | [Alarm Monitoring](/home-services/alarm-monitoring) | [Electronic Security](/home-services/electronic-security) | [Security Guarding](/home-services/security-guarding) Who Is Buying ## Some of the Serial Acquirers in the _Electronic Security Systems Space_ These are a handful of the PE-backed platforms, national groups, and corporate acquirers currently buying in this sector across the UK and US. 🇬🇧 United Kingdom [![ASSA ABLOY logo](https://img.logo.dev/assaabloy.com?token=pk_GsaOcEGSSjSWsfjUlpNdIg&size=64&retina=true&fallback=404)ASSA ABLOY ](https://assaabloy.com "Visit the ASSA ABLOY website")[![Securitas logo](https://img.logo.dev/securitas.com?token=pk_GsaOcEGSSjSWsfjUlpNdIg&size=64&retina=true&fallback=404)Securitas ](https://securitas.com "Visit the Securitas website")[![APi Group logo](https://img.logo.dev/apigroup.com?token=pk_GsaOcEGSSjSWsfjUlpNdIg&size=64&retina=true&fallback=404)APi Group ](https://apigroup.com "Visit the APi Group website")[![Kerv (LDC) logo](https://img.logo.dev/kerv.com?token=pk_GsaOcEGSSjSWsfjUlpNdIg&size=64&retina=true&fallback=404)Kerv (LDC) ](https://kerv.com "Visit the Kerv (LDC) website")[![WCCTV (Arcus Infrastructure Partners) logo](https://img.logo.dev/wcctv.com?token=pk_GsaOcEGSSjSWsfjUlpNdIg&size=64&retina=true&fallback=404)WCCTV (Arcus Infrastructure Partners) ](https://wcctv.com "Visit the WCCTV (Arcus Infrastructure Partners) website") 🇺🇸 United States [![Allied Universal (Warburg Pincus) logo](https://img.logo.dev/allieduniversal.com?token=pk_GsaOcEGSSjSWsfjUlpNdIg&size=64&retina=true&fallback=404)Allied Universal (Warburg Pincus) ](https://allieduniversal.com "Visit the Allied Universal (Warburg Pincus) website")Pye-Barker Fire & Safety (Altas) [![Security 101 (Morgan Stanley) logo](https://img.logo.dev/security101.com?token=pk_GsaOcEGSSjSWsfjUlpNdIg&size=64&retina=true&fallback=404)Security 101 (Morgan Stanley) ](https://security101.com "Visit the Security 101 (Morgan Stanley) website")[![Cook & Boardman Group (Littlejohn) logo](https://img.logo.dev/cookandboardman.com?token=pk_GsaOcEGSSjSWsfjUlpNdIg&size=64&retina=true&fallback=404)Cook & Boardman Group (Littlejohn) ](https://cookandboardman.com "Visit the Cook & Boardman Group (Littlejohn) website")ADT Commercial \+ 13,000 more registered acquirers with defined search criteria Before You Speak to Anyone ## What Every Security Business Owner _Needs to Know_ "Is my monitoring contract book really worth that much?" Your recurring monthly revenue from monitoring and maintenance contracts is your most valuable asset. But buyers will scrutinise every detail: NSI or SSAIB certification status, contract renewal rates, client concentration, and whether the relationships depend on you or your team. Without a structured process, the true value of your recurring revenue goes unrecognised. "What happens to my engineers after I sell?" Your security engineers and installation technicians are the reason your clients trust you. The wrong acquirer can dismantle the culture you have built. We only work with buyers who have a credible plan for your team, and we hold them to it through the deal terms. "How will the shift to cloud and AI affect my valuation?" The transition to cloud-based access control, AI-powered video analytics, and smart security systems is reshaping buyer expectations. Companies that have embraced IP-based systems and remote monitoring command significantly higher multiples than those still reliant on legacy analogue technology. Selected Engagements ## Exits Advised by DealFlowAgent and _Our Partner Advisors_ 2025 🇬🇧 Intruder Alarm Systems NSI Gold certified intruder alarm installer with 1,200 monitored connections and a 94% contract renewal rate sold to a PE-backed security platform. All engineers retained on existing terms. 2024 🇺🇸 CCTV & Video Surveillance Commercial CCTV and video analytics specialist serving logistics, retail, and critical infrastructure sold to a national electronic security group. Multiple competing offers received. 2025 🇬🇧 Access Control & Integrated Systems Access control and integrated security systems provider with NHS and local authority contracts sold to a corporate acquirer. Owner completed a twelve-month handover period. Track Record ## What Our Clients _Say_ 22+ Exits Advised Multiple Competing Bidders per Process <90 days Engagement to Competitive Offers Saim, Founder of a Lancashire, UK-based online pharmacy. Together with the USA-based strategic acquirer, revenue has grown >10x since the acquisition. 4 competing offers. 9 weeks to close. "8 buyers got in touch with the help of their tech. We ended up completing the sale in 32 days to a serial acquirer." ![George Stock](/assets/george-stock-BhzlAZDK.jpeg) George Stock Founder, Ecomoo "I could not have asked for better support. They found the perfect buyer and secured terms that exceeded my expectations." ![Jennifer Clare](/assets/jennifer-claire-7wZjoQmP.avif) Jennifer Clare Founder, Celebrant Training Academy "The team guided me through every step. I felt completely supported from first call to completion. I then referred my friend Jennifer, who also sold her company with them." ![Nikki Wheeldon](/assets/nikki-wheeldon-CYVF2Z3j.webp) Nikki Wheeldon Founder, Jam Pot ## Meet us at The Security Event, NEC Birmingham, _29 April - 1 May 2026_ Book a confidential 15-minute conversation at the event. No obligation, everything discussed stays between us. Whether you are considering selling or actively acquiring, we will give you an honest assessment of the market. Book a Meeting at The Security Event[I'm a Buyer — Register Interest](/buyside) [Or call us directly: 020 7293 0327](tel:+442072930327) 100% Confidential Confidential Process No Obligation ## Book a Confidential _Call_ Book a confidential 30-minute call with Joe from our M&A advisory team. No obligation. Everything discussed stays between us. ## Latest announcements [![Building & Facilities News names DealFlowAgent Company of the Month announcement cover](/assets/company-of-the-month-building-facilities-news-2026-Br7-aO4K.jpg)Company of the Month Building & Facilities News names DealFlowAgent Company of the Month The July 2026 feature on sector specialism, buyer relationships and what actually drives value for owners. ](/blog/company-of-the-month-building-facilities-news-2026)[![Martin Watson joins DealFlowAgent announcement cover](/__l5e/assets-v1/cb678acf-553d-43d7-85f3-82f6c174523b/martin-watson-joins-dealflowagent-cover.png)Senior Industry Advisor Martin Watson joins DealFlowAgent Chair of both the Fire Industry Association and the British Security Industry Association, after three decades in fire and security including Mitie. ](/blog/martin-watson-joins-dealflowagent-fire-security-advisory)[![Nick Barker joins as Industry Partner announcement cover](/__l5e/assets-v1/65c42b7f-b12d-46f7-b4e0-63df6f3383e6/fm-talent-partners-dealflowagent-cover.png)Industry Partner Nick Barker joins as Industry Partner Founder of FM Talent Partners, helping owners close key-person dependency gaps before a sale and connecting buyers with senior operators. ](/blog/valuation-gaps-key-person-dependency-fm-talent-partners) [![DealFlowAgent](/assets/dealflowagent-logo-white-BtiUZq_y.webp)](/) Specialist M&A advisory for Building Services, Facilities Management, and Healthcare business owners. 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