Sonitrol Franchise

Provider of electronic security technology, including alarm, fire detection, and access control systems

Robert Baxter originally founded Sonitrol in 1960 as a company that would incorporate his various sound-related inventions. Everything changed when police officer and alarm company owner Al Cronk hired Baxter to manage his company's equipment. Baxter's innovations proved so successful that Sonitrol soon evolved from an invention company into a security franchise opportunity in 1965. A subsidiary of Tyco International Ltd., the Sonitrol Network has franchisees in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.

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Start-up Costs & Franchise Fees

How much does it cost to open a Sonitrol franchise?

Total Investment: $148,000-$474,000
Initial Franchise Fee: $20,000-$50,000
Royalty Fee: 2.5%
Advertising Fee:
Term of Agreement: 10 years

How to contact Sonitrol

Sonitrol
1000 Westlakes Dr.
Berwyn, PA
19312

Phone: (610)725-9737
Fax: (610)725-9707

Website: Visit Website

Sonitrol News

Sonitrol Releases School Alert For Improved School Safety
School security provider Sonitrol announces School Alert for increased safety and security. This solution is specifically designed to meet the needs of schools and universities and it complements Sonitrol's existing verified audio intrusion alarm, access control, video and fire monitoring soluti... more

Sonitrol Acquires Greater Washington D.c. Franchise
Sonitrol Corporation, the leader in verified electronic security, today announced the acquisition of the territory and operating rights of its Washington D.C. dealership, Sonitrol of Greater Washington, located in Chantilly, VA. In conjunction with corporate offices in Baltimore, Philadelphia, New Y... more

Sonitrol Increases Credit Facility To $175 Million
Sonitrol Corporation, the leader in verified electronic security, today announced an amendment that raises its credit facility from $135 million to $175 million. The amended credit facility includes a $125 million term loan and a $50 million revolver loan. The credit facility features improved terms... more

Study Probes Verified Response Burglar Alarm Effectiveness
A staggering 94% to 98% of all alarm activations that police respond to are false, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. A new study explores how police departments are combating this problem by only responding to burglar alarms that have first been verified electronically or by eyewitness. T... more

Greg Vandeweel Named Division Vice President Of Sales
Sonitrol Corporation, the leader in verified electronic security, today announced the promotion of Greg VanDeweel to Division Vice President of Sales. VanDeweel, formerly Director of Sales, will manage direct sales operations for the Northern U.S. "This was an easy call from our perspective,&... more
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Franchise History

When did the first Sonitrol open? 1964
When did Sonitrol start franchising? 1965

Year U.S.A. Canada International Corporate

2004 124 4 7 52

2003 124 4 7 53

2002 119 4 7 52

2001 140 4 7 30

2000 169 4 7 30

Expansion Plans

International:

Financing Options

Expense In-House Third Party

Franchise Fee No No

Startup Costs No No

Equipment No No

Inventory No No

Accounts Receivable No No

Payroll No No

Training & Support

Support
Newsletter, Meetings, Internet, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives

Marketing
Ad slicks

Business Operations

15% of all franchisees own more than one unit
Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 20
Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (90% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:

General business experience
Marketing skills

Listing Tags

security system, alarm system, school security systems, loss prevention services, school alarm services, school video system, school crime surveillance, campus security, commercial security company, access control solutions, audio detection security, video surveillance service, smoke and heat detection service

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