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How to choose a good security installer in Marrickville South
Marrickville South has plenty of well-reviewed security installers to choose from. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Most security installers here are rated highly, so it helps to check how many reviews sit behind a rating. The typical security installer has 8 reviews. Of the 89 rated security installers within 15 km of Marrickville South, 24 have 4.8 stars or more from at least 20 reviews.
SureQuote rankings take both star rating and review count into consideration to ensure you're seeing the best of the bunch. Updated November 2026.
- average rating
- 4.73
- typical reviews
- 8
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 20+
Star rating
67% of security installers here have a perfect 5.0
Number of reviews
Half have 8 or fewer reviews
How does that compare to other suburbs?
| Suburb | Average star rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Dulwich Hill93 rated security installers8 typical reviews | 4.73 | 93 | 8 |
| Marrickville South89 rated security installers8 typical reviews | 4.73 | 89 | 8 |
| Lewisham88 rated security installers8 typical reviews | 4.73 | 88 | 8 |
| Marrickville83 rated security installers8 typical reviews | 4.72 | 83 | 8 |
| Petersham81 rated security installers8 typical reviews | 4.72 | 81 | 8 |
| Petersham North81 rated security installers8 typical reviews | 4.72 | 81 | 8 |
What home security costs
Across Australia, home security typically runs $380 – $1,040 for alarm installation, and $380 – $1,865 for cctv installation.
Local prices vary, so these are typical Australia-wide ranges, not a quote for Marrickville South. What you'll pay comes down to the size of the job, the condition of what's being worked on, and the finish you choose. Get a few quotes to see your exact number. It's free.
Things to consider before you book
The local conditions that shape the job, the best time of year to book, and what to sort out before you choose a security installer.
Coastal-Grade Fixings
Marrickville South is close enough to the coast that unprotected metal degrades faster than inland. Coastal-grade fixings with a quality protective coating are standard practice for external work here.
Seasonal Rainfall
Marrickville South gets moderate rainfall, so timing matters for exterior security installer work. Targeting the drier months gives the best run of uninterrupted days.
Cooler Months Mean Fewer Delays
Summers in Marrickville South get warm — on hot days, your tradie will plan their work around the temperature throughout the day, tackling heat-sensitive tasks early and adjusting as conditions change.
Strata Area
Marrickville South is predominantly apartments and units — body corporate approval is often needed before external work can start. Check with your owners corporation early in the process.
Body Corp Sign-Off May Be Needed
Marrickville South is predominantly apartments and units. Body corporate approval is typically required before security installer work affecting common property, shared wiring, or building systems. Check with your owners corporation early — approval can add weeks.
Best time of year for exterior home security in Marrickville South
Ideal months: September to January and April to May.
Based on typical local rainfall, temperature and humidity.
What's in a good Home Security quote?
A good quote spells out how the job is priced and what's covered (labour, materials, prep and clean-up), so you're comparing like for like. Check what each security installer's quote covers before you choose.
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- 01Itemised equipment
Every camera, sensor and panel with make, model and price.
- 02Standards
AS 2201.1 for alarms or AS 4806 for CCTV, cited.
- 03Labour separate
Installation on its own line, not buried in equipment.
- 04Licence
The installer's security licence number and ABN.
- 05Warranty
Equipment and labour warranty, both in writing.
- 06Monitoring contract
Monthly fee, minimum term and exit penalty, spelled out.
Cheapest isn't always the best. Check these before you hire anybody.
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Do security installers need a licence in NSW?
Security installers need a licence in NSW for any job.
- Licence
- Class 2 security licence (Class 2C security equipment specialist)
- Regulator
- NSW Police Force — Security Licensing & Enforcement Directorate (SLED)
Sources: service.nsw.gov.au, police.nsw.gov.au. Checked 15 Oct 2026.
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