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Greater Brisbane

Security installers based across the regions of Greater Brisbane.

All security installers in Greater Brisbane⁠

Where the security installers are

117security installers

  1. Logan & Beaudesert24
  2. Brisbane CBD19
  3. Brisbane Southside16
  4. Brisbane Northside12
  5. Ipswich12

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Regional QLD

Security installers based in the regions outside Greater Brisbane.

Where the security installers are

112security installers

  1. Gold Coast48
  2. Sunshine Coast21
  3. Cairns11
  4. Toowoomba Region9
  5. North Queensland5

+ 5 more regions in Regional QLD

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What to expect when hiring security installers in Queensland

Where security installers in Queensland are based, how to choose one, what the job should cost, what a good quote includes and which licence to check.

Where security installers are based in Queensland

Gold Coast has the most security installers in Queensland.

Security installers based in each region

  • None listed yet
  • Water

The map shows approximately where businesses are based, but tradies will often travel for work. Darker shading means higher availability in an area.

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Queensland: where security installers are basedMap of 19 Queensland regions from ABS 2021 boundaries, with water shown. Regions are shaded from light to dark teal by how many security installers are based there compared with the rest of the state; white regions have none listed. A list of regions grouped by band follows the map.
Region boundaries: ABS ASGS Edition 3 (2021), CC BY 4.0

How to choose a good security installer in Queensland

Queensland 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 162 rated security installers based in Queensland, 44 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 October 2026.

average rating
4.70
typical reviews
8
what the best have
4.8★ · 20+

Star rating

69% of security installers here have a perfect 5.0

Best: 4.8+

Number of reviews

Half have 8 or fewer reviews

Best: 20+ reviews

How do areas in Queensland compare?

AreaAverage star rating
Ipswich11 rated security installers4 typical reviews
4.91
Brisbane Northside8 rated security installers13 typical reviews
4.84
Brisbane Southside11 rated security installers8 typical reviews
4.80
Sunshine Coast10 rated security installers7 typical reviews
4.80
Gold Coast36 rated security installers6 typical reviews
4.78
Redlands & Bayside11 rated security installers2 typical reviews
4.72
All Queensland162 rated security installers8 typical reviews
4.70
Brisbane CBD11 rated security installers22 typical reviews
4.55
Logan & Beaudesert13 rated security installers10 typical reviews
4.52

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 Queensland. 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.

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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.

Elevated Wind Area
Warm Humid Zone
Very High Termite Risk

  • Wind Exposure

    Most of Queensland is in an elevated wind area — exterior security installer work should use fixings rated for higher wind loads. Make sure your quote specifies wind-appropriate materials.

  • Moisture Management and Drier-Month Scheduling

    Queensland's warm, humid climate means moisture management matters for any exterior work. Good ventilation and moisture barriers prevent issues behind surfaces.

  • High Termite Activity

    Most of Queensland has very high termite activity — annual inspections are essential, and any work involving timber or ground contact should factor in termite management.

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.

Worth knowing: getting two or three quotes is the simplest way to land a fair price, and it costs you nothing.

  • 01
    Itemised equipment

    Every camera, sensor and panel with make, model and price.

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    Standards

    AS 2201.1 for alarms or AS 4806 for CCTV, cited.

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    Labour separate

    Installation on its own line, not buried in equipment.

  • 04
    Licence

    The installer's security licence number and ABN.

  • 05
    Warranty

    Equipment and labour warranty, both in writing.

  • 06
    Monitoring 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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  • Experience near you

    Jobs like yours, done locally

  • Credentials for the job

    Licence, insurance and business details

  • A clear written quote

    Itemised, so you can compare like-for-like

Hiring a security installer in QLD

What the law requires before and after you sign.

Security installers need a licence in QLD for any job.

Installing or servicing alarms, cameras and locks for pay needs a security equipment installer licence.

Licence
Security equipment installer licence
Categories
Security adviser
Regulator
Office of Fair Trading
Check a licence on the Office of Fair Trading register
Written contractover$3,300Level 2 regulated contract (full written contract) from $20,000

The contract must be in writing, dated and signed. Larger jobs need more terms in the contract.

Applies to home security jobs.

Deposit cap

The cap is lower for larger jobs and higher when most of the work is done off site.

Applies only to work on the home under a contract over $3,300, even though the work needs no building licence.

Cooling-off period5 business dayson contracts over $3,300

You lose this right if you got formal legal advice on the contract before signing it.

Applies to home security jobs.

Home warranty insurance

Doesn't apply to this work.

Sources: qld.gov.au, Security Providers Act 1993, Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991, qbcc.qld.gov.au. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Hiring security installers

How much do security installers typically charge?
Costs vary widely depending on the system type, number of devices, wiring access and whether the installer supplies hardware. The page shows live pricing for typical jobs, which is useful for comparing options. After-hours attendance, emergency call-outs and any required repairs or replacements generally increase the total cost.
Do security installers charge call-out fees?
Call-out fees are common and usually cover travel and the initial assessment or diagnosis. Many installers list the call-out separately from labour and materials, and after-hours or urgent attendances typically attract higher rates. It’s reasonable to ask providers how they apply call-out fees and any minimum charges.
Do security installers need a licence in Australia?
Yes. Security installers generally need a state security licence in every Australian state and territory; in NSW this is administered by the NSW Police Force — Security Licensing & Enforcement Directorate (SLED). Providers should usually be able to provide their licence number and evidence of insurance, and may hold industry association memberships such as ASIAL or the MLAA.

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We collect each business's ABN, licence, insurance and warranty details and keep them as up to date as we can, so you can see them in one place on its profile. We don't guarantee them, so always check the licence yourself on the relevant licence register before you hire. Read the full answer

Questions about home security in QLD

Do security installers need a licence in QLD?

Security installers need a licence in QLD for any job.

Installing or servicing alarms, cameras and locks for pay needs a security equipment installer licence.

The licence is the Security equipment installer licence.

How do I check a security installer's licence in QLD?

Ask the security installer for their licence number, then look them up on the Office of Fair Trading public register.

Check a licence
Who regulates security installers in QLD?

Security installers are regulated by Office of Fair Trading.

Are there exceptions to the licence rule for security installers in QLD?

Mains wiring needs an electrical licence, not a QBCC licence.

Lock work needs no QBCC building licence.

Jobs of $3,300 or less need no QBCC licence, unless part of a bigger licensed job. Alarms and cameras still need a security licence.

Retail key cutting, and fitting basic locks during building or renovation, need no licence. Alarms and cameras always do.

Do I need a written contract with a security installer in QLD?

Home security jobs over $3,300 need a written contract, and jobs from $20,000 need a Level 2 regulated contract (full written contract).

The contract must be in writing, dated and signed. Larger jobs need more terms in the contract.

How much deposit can a security installer ask for in QLD?

The cap is lower for larger jobs and higher when most of the work is done off site.

Applies only to work on the home under a contract over $3,300, even though the work needs no building licence.

Does a security installer have to give me home warranty insurance in QLD?

Doesn't apply to this work.

Is there a cooling-off period for a contract with a security installer in QLD?

You have 5 business days to cool off on contracts over $3,300.

You lose this right if you got formal legal advice on the contract before signing it.

Sources: qld.gov.au, Queensland Building and Construction Commission Regulation 2018, Security Providers Act 1993, Queensland Building and Construction Commission Act 1991, qbcc.qld.gov.au. Checked 16 Oct 2026.

Every region in QLD

Each region with its areas. Numbers are security installers based there.

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