Good luck
There are a few things you need to know first.
1: decide what type of company you are going to have (i.e. LLC, etc...)
2: Check local and state laws about LV (low voltage) license, some require it, some don't. If you are doing any HV (High Voltage, i.e. regular electrical, adding a power outlet, a dedicated ground, etc... you MUST have a license!
3: You MUST have insurance, liability, and be bonded.
4: Because you said "I have no professional experience installing" you would be better off working for a company for a few years and then start your own biz.
5: To start a biz, contact your local government offices and they can get you started on the right course.
6: IT IS HARD WORK, it is not like installing for friends or family. You can be sued for faulty work, breach of contract, etc....and depending on what type of company you have, your personal items could be up for grabs (house, car, A/V gear).
7: Because you said "I have no professional experience installing" don't think that you are the man (reality check), get some real world experience.
I was an installer for 4 years (in that I have done A/V, phones, alarms, LV, and I have done 4 years of HV electrical, drywall, framing, wood work, the list goes on) but I have done some plumbing for family and friends...should I start my own plumbing biz...NO...I don't know enough about plumbing (let alone all the laws governing plumbing). If you want to start a biz you can
, but I would suggest that you take the slow and right road and get a job as an installer for a company, see how you like doing it everyday
, and then start your biz. I don't want to dash your hopes or dreams, but just be sure you know what you are getting into. Talk to the owners of A/V companies, find out how they started, pick their brains, ask questions, and when you think you are ready ask more questions. Also don't do it for the money....most of the high end installers have built a reputation (over years)
on their installs. Are they making some good cash...yes
, but it is their passion and desire
for the best A/V set up that sets them apart for the other guys.
As far as the Monster Stuff....most folks here will tell you it is over priced stuff, and that there are other options out there that are as good of quality or better and cost a lot less. You have to have a Tax ID number and Biz license in order to set up a biz account (and get dealer pricing) at wholesale places (i.e.
www.parts-express.com)
I hope that helped some
