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Regions in TAS
Security installers based in each region of Tasmania.
Where the security installers are
13security installers
Security installers in Hobart
8 based here · Region
Security installers in Launceston & North East
3 based here · Region
Security installers in West & North West Tasmania
2 based here · Region
What to expect when hiring security installers in Tasmania
Where security installers in Tasmania 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 Tasmania
Hobart has the most security installers in Tasmania, while jobs in 1 region (South East Tasmania) will need tradies to travel in.
Security installers based in each region
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How to choose a good security installer in Tasmania
There are 9 rated security installers based in Tasmania. Use these numbers as a reference point when you compare profiles and quotes.
Their average rating is 4.98 and the typical security installer has 17 reviews. Three 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
- 4.98
- typical reviews
- 17
- what the best have
- 4.8★ · 20+
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 Tasmania. 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.
Keep Gutters Clear and Check Council Rules
Most of Tasmania is classified as bushfire prone land — keeping gutters and roof valleys clear is especially important here. If your property is near bushland, check with council whether any specific requirements apply.
Cold Conditions Affect Materials and Timing
Tasmania's cool climate means frost protection and cold-rated materials matter for any exterior work. Schedule outdoor projects for the warmer months where possible.
Seasonal Rainfall
Most of Tasmania gets moderate rainfall, so timing matters for exterior home security work. Targeting the drier months gives the best run of uninterrupted days.
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.
- 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.
Recent, genuine reviews
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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 TAS
What the law requires before and after you sign.
Security installers do not need a licence in TAS.
Installing or maintaining security equipment needs no security licence. Guarding and electronic monitoring for pay do.
- Written contractfrom$20,000
The contract must be in writing, dated and signed by both of you before work starts.
Applies to home security jobs.
- Deposit cap
The cap covers contracts of $20,000 or more. It is 10% below $50,000 and 5% from $50,000. It is 20% when most work is off-site.
Applies only to contracts of $20,000 or more. The cap is 10% below $50,000 and 5% at $50,000 or more.
- Cooling-off period5 business dayson contracts over $20,000
The days start once you have the signed contract and the consumer guide. Without the guide, you have 7 days from finding out.
Applies to home security jobs.
- Home warranty insurance
Doesn't apply to this work.
Sources: Security and Investigations Agents Act 2002, buildingstandards.tas.gov.au, Residential Building Work Contracts and Dispute Resolution Act 2016. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
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Questions about home security in TAS
Do security installers need a licence in TAS?
Security installers do not need a licence in TAS.
Installing or maintaining security equipment needs no security licence. Guarding and electronic monitoring for pay do.
Do I need a written contract with a security installer in TAS?
Home security jobs from $20,000 need a written contract.
The contract must be in writing, dated and signed by both of you before work starts.
How much deposit can a security installer ask for in TAS?
The cap covers contracts of $20,000 or more. It is 10% below $50,000 and 5% from $50,000. It is 20% when most work is off-site.
Applies only to contracts of $20,000 or more. The cap is 10% below $50,000 and 5% at $50,000 or more.
Does a security installer have to give me home warranty insurance in TAS?
Doesn't apply to this work.
Is there a cooling-off period for a contract with a security installer in TAS?
You have 5 business days to cool off on contracts over $20,000.
The days start once you have the signed contract and the consumer guide. Without the guide, you have 7 days from finding out.
Sources: Security and Investigations Agents Act 2002, buildingstandards.tas.gov.au, Residential Building Work Contracts and Dispute Resolution Act 2016. Checked 16 Oct 2026.
Every region in TAS
Each region with its areas. Numbers are security installers based there.
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