Signal Franchise
Signal works to provide residential, commercial, and industrial clients with security services. The company wants to help people have a physically safe environment, giving them a better chance to flourish and prosper. Signal offers security services for apartments, hotels, schools, commercial and industrial establishments. Clients can request patrol services, dedicated security officers, or event security.
$20,000
$150,000
1,650
2008
Omaha,NE
Reed Nyffeler
About Signal
The Signal franchise network is dedicated to providing peace of mind to communities and building a profitable, sustainable business. This isn’t just about stepping into revenue, it’s about growing something bigger.
Why Signal? Why This Opportunity?
Immediate Revenue & Clients – You’d be stepping into a business that’s already generating cash flow with active contracts in place. This means you’ll see revenue right away instead of waiting to build a client base. Industry Leadership – Signal is ranked #1 in Security Services, #20 in fastest-growing franchises, and #63 in the 2025 Franchise 500. This credibility makes it easier to win new contracts and expand the business.
Lower Operational Costs & Higher Margins – Signal franchisees benefit from reduced insurance rates, centralized payroll support, and back-office efficiencies. Our locations operate at an average gross profit margin of 39%, with many generating over $1.2 million in annual revenue.
Affordable Ownership with Financing, Payroll Lending & Exclusive Insurance Savings--Signal offers flexible financing options that cover most startup costs, making franchise ownership more accessible than competitors requiring large upfront investments. A payroll lending program helps cover initial payroll and administrative expenses, providing financial flexibility during the transition to ownership. Additionally, Signal's exclusive insurance captive keeps insurance costs significantly lower than outside providers, reducing ongoing operational expenses. With these financial advantages, Signal provides a lower barrier to entry and a more cost-effective path to franchise ownership.
Advanced Technology for Growth – Our Edge system provides real-time reporting, automated scheduling, allowing you to deliver the highest level of service and transparency to clients.
Franchise Unit Trends & Revenue
1,650
651
$185,128
* in 2024
Franchise Fees
$150,000
4.0%
Gross Revenues
0.0%
Why Choose Signal?
A franchisee for Signal should display the qualities it takes to be a team captain. These qualities include passion, commitment, positivity, and confidence. A franchisee for Signal may need to possess good communication skills and the ability to inspire others. Signal may need franchisees who can recognize strengths within the team and use them appropriately.
Signal provides all franchisees with technology and training that can help their franchise grow. The Signal team should help franchisees publish a website, manage new client leads, invoice clients, and operate payroll. Franchisees also have support for marketing, recruiting, and performance indicators that will likely help franchisees run their business.
Starting Costs & Investment Requirements
$157,700 - $5,000,000
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$20,000
Training & Support
Support: Signal offers support in the following: sales, operations, marketing, training, payroll, invoicing, collections, lending, insurance and compliance, reducing administrative headaches so you can focus on business growth. Training: Signal offers a comprehensive training program from on-site, virtual and in-the-field training programs.
History
The seeds of Signal were planted when a small security company in Omaha needed new life. From day one, our founders and first leaders were relentless in transforming a struggling local business into a sustainable, results-driven security model. This transformation started with asking the right questions:
How can we do security better?
Why would communities trust our vision?
Through perseverance, grit, and alignment on values, we discovered the answers: a mobile patrol concept supported by cutting-edge technology and run by teams that care deeply about the people and properties they protect.
Fueled by an unwavering purpose to make our communities safer, we franchised our model in 2007, enabling passionate entrepreneurs—often veterans and former law enforcement—to bring our world-class security solutions to neighborhoods and businesses nationwide. As we grew, we:
Developed an in-house technology platform to ensure real-time visibility and accountability. Centralized services like billing and payroll to let franchise owners focus on building relationships and delivering outstanding service.
Scaled nationally and internationally, with top-notch partners in Canada, Australia, and beyond. Each year brought new milestones: more vehicles, more franchises, more clients, and more solutions. Behind every expansion was a strong sense of purpose—“The Courage of Conscious Leadership”—ensuring that every franchise partner felt supported, challenged, and empowered to innovate.
Ideal Candidate
What We're Looking For:
Passionate, Community‑Focused Leader:
Driven by service and committed to delivering peace of mind through high‑quality security solutions in your community. Inspired by Signal’s vision of “providing peace of mind” by enabling clients to pursue their lives with confidence.
Hands‑On, Owner‑Operator Mindset:
Not a passive investor—this is a full‑time, engaged role. You’ll lead hiring, train and manage teams, oversee operations, marketing, and finances to build a thriving business.
Strong Leadership & Team Captain Qualities:
Confident communicator with vision, positivity, and the ability to inspire and elevate your team. Excellent at recognizing team strengths and fostering growth.
Financially Sound & Committed:
Able to meet the initial investment threshold—starting from approximately $57K to over $273K, depending on territory size—and prepared for ongoing costs. Veterans or law-enforcement backgrounds may qualify for discounts. Demonstrates sound financial integrity and readiness to sustain operations through launch.
Tech‑Savvy & Backbone of Operations:
Comfortable using modern operations software—for scheduling, dispatch, payroll, and reporting—so you can focus on delivering service, not admin.
Aligned with Core Values:
Embodies Signal’s values of honesty, integrity, learning, passion, and service—ensuring trust with clients, employees, and your local community.