Plan your security guarding business's next chapter. Exit on your own terms.
Advised a London-based corporate security firm on their sale to a national provider highlighting their prestigious client list and highly-trained concierge staff.
Facilitated the acquisition of a Texas-based mobile patrol company emphasizing their advanced vehicle fleet and rapid response times to secure a premium valuation.
Managed the sale of a major events security specialist showcasing their expertise in crowd management and securing major festival contracts.
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Security Guarding and Manned Security M&A Advisory | UK and US
You've built a reputable security guarding firm earning trust and protecting clients. Now it's time to understand its true market value and secure the exit you deserve. We'll show you how.
Before You Speak to Anyone
What Every Security Guarding Owner
You've likely been approached by potential buyers but how do you know who is a serious contender and who is just wasting your time? We separate the serious from the speculative.
Without competing offers, there is no leverage. The buyer sets the pace, anchors low, and waits.
Is my security guarding business really worth that much?
Valuing a security business goes beyond revenue. We analyze your ACS accreditation the quality of your SIA licensed staff and the profitability of your mobile patrol and key holding contracts to reveal your company's hidden worth.
What will happen to my loyal operations managers and security staff?
Your team is your greatest asset. We find buyers who value your experienced operations managers supervisors and licensed guards ensuring they have a future and the business you built continues to thrive.
How do I navigate the complexities of the Private Security Industry Act?
The regulatory landscape is always changing. We connect you with acquirers who understand the nuances of the Private Security Industry Act 2001 and the importance of maintaining your ACS approved status ensuring a smooth and compliant transition.
These are real acquirers actively seeking security guarding businesses. Our network includes over 13,000 registered acquirers with defined search criteria.
+ 13,000 more registered acquirers with defined search criteria
We are not generalists. Our focus on the security sector means we understand the value of your SIA licenses and ACS accreditation.
We speak your language. We understand the difference between static guarding and mobile patrols and the value of key holding contracts.
A Network of Specialist Buyers
Our network isn't just large it's relevant. We connect you with buyers specifically seeking security firms with your operational strengths.
We create a competitive dynamic among qualified buyers driving up the value of your business and giving you multiple offers to choose from.
Our expertise covers all sub-sectors of the security guarding industry.
Key Holding and Alarm Response
We understand the critical importance and recurring revenue models of key holding and alarm response services.
How to Sell Your Business: Complete Guide
A comprehensive guide for UK and US business owners considering a sale.
Understanding EBITDA multiples and sale prices in the current market.
Choosing the Right M&A Advisor
What to look for when selecting an advisor for your business sale.
How much is my security guarding business worth?
How long does it take to sell a security business?
Our streamlined process is designed to sell your business in 12-16 weeks. The first phase involves preparing a detailed information memorandum that highlights your company's strengths and financial performance. We then approach our network of over 13000 acquirers presenting your business to a carefully selected group of strategic buyers and private equity firms with a proven interest in the security sector. This targeted approach generates competitive tension and allows us to solicit multiple offers in a short timeframe. Once offers are received we guide you through the negotiation and due diligence process ensuring a smooth and efficient closing. Our focus on the security industry and our extensive network of pre-qualified buyers enable us to move much faster than generalist M&A advisors.
Will my clients and staff find out my business is for sale?
Confidentiality is our top priority. We understand that the premature disclosure of a potential sale can be disruptive to your business impacting staff morale and client relationships. All potential buyers are required to sign a legally binding non-disclosure agreement (NDA) before receiving any sensitive information about your company. We control the flow of information carefully releasing details in stages as buyer interest is confirmed. Your company's name and location are only revealed to serious contenders at an advanced stage of the process. We have a proven track record of managing confidential sales and ensuring that the process is handled with the utmost discretion from start to finish.
What happens to my employees after the sale?
The continuity of your team is a key consideration for most buyers. Your experienced operations managers supervisors and SIA licensed guards are a valuable asset that a new owner will want to retain. We make it a priority to find buyers who share your company's culture and values and who are committed to the long-term success of the business. In many cases the acquisition can create new opportunities for your staff providing them with enhanced career prospects and the benefits of being part of a larger organization. We will work with you to ensure that the transition is handled sensitively and that your employees are treated with the respect they deserve.
Why should I use DealFlowAgent instead of a general business broker?
Unlike general business brokers we are specialists in the security guarding and manned security sector. This means we have a deep understanding of your industry the regulatory environment and the key value drivers of your business. Our network of over 13000 acquirers is not just a list of names; it's a curated group of strategic buyers and private equity firms who are actively seeking to invest in the security industry. We know who the key players are what they are looking for and how to position your business to attract the highest offers. Our success-fee only model means our interests are fully aligned with yours. We are committed to achieving the best possible outcome for you and we have the expertise and resources to make it happen.
8 buyers got in touch with the help of their tech. We ended up completing the sale in 32 days to a serial acquirer.
I could not have asked for better support. They found the perfect buyer and secured terms that exceeded my expectations.
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.
How we outperform M&A advisory firms
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You already get cold approaches every week. Most are a single buyer fishing for a low price, with no intention of paying a competitive multiple. We run a structured, confidential process that turns scattered approaches into
3 to 5 simultaneous offers you can compare
, led end-to-end by a senior advisor on your deal — not a junior handler.
Competitive process across 80+ qualified buyers in your sector creates real tension on price and terms.
You choose the right buyer, not the only option.
Better deal structures mean more in your pocket on day one.
The right buyer looks after your team, your clients, and everything you built.
Here's how we deliver these results for business owners.
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Sage handles the heavy lifting: research, document preparation, buyer monitoring, risk analysis. So your advisors can focus on strategy and negotiation.
Data-driven insights for your advisors
Every insight leads to a specific action, giving your team a clear plan to maximise your outcome.
Your dedicated team leads the process end-to-end.
Your team leads. Technology supports.
Sage and Sterling handle research and monitoring so your advisors focus on strategy and negotiation.
Deeply understands every buyer's criteria, budget, and deal preferences
What Sterling knows about every buyer
Every buyer is profiled through a detailed onboarding conversation, capturing the nuance that doesn't exist on the internet.
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A senior M&A bench, plus a sector specialist recruited for your industry on every deal.
For every engagement we add a sector specialist from your industry to the core team: a 15–25 year operator or advisor with direct relationships in your niche. Recruited per deal so you get the right fit, not a generalist.
"I built and sold my own company after scaling it to 80,000+ users and raising over £2M in funding. The exit process was painful, expensive, and completely opaque. I knew other business owners deserved better."
So I set out to modernise the way businesses are sold. We have now advised on 22 sales, built a network of over 12,500 registered acquirers, and we are the only AI-enabled M&A firm with this proprietary technology and data. We are highly specialised in building services, facilities management, and healthcare, and that is all we do.
Before DealFlowAgent, I spent years in the trenches of high-growth startups, learning what it takes to build, scale, and ultimately sell a business. That firsthand experience — the sleepless nights, the difficult conversations, the elation of getting it done — means I understand what our clients are going through on a level that most advisors simply cannot.
There is nothing better than a founder calling to say they have paid off their mortgage, sorted their children's school fees, or are ringing from a three-week holiday in the Maldives. That is why we do this.
On a personal note: 30 years old, grew up in Surrey, Crystal Palace supporter (sorry), and proud owner of Willow, an English Spaniel who is far more popular than I am. I also make a very good lasagne, if that helps.
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