H3 Group

What H3 Group does

H3 Group Limited is a family-run fire and security systems integrator headquartered in Fforestfach, Swansea, Wales, operating across South and West Wales. The company runs three sub-brands: H3 Fire and Security (installation and maintenance of CCTV, access control, intruder alarms, fire alarms, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, and automatic barriers), Electronic Services (Samsung Authorized warranty and non-warranty household appliance repairs for retailers including John Lewis and Costco), and H3 Electrical and Solar (solar PV, EV chargers, rewiring, and general electrical work launched in 2024). H3 is fundamentally a systems integrator rather than a technology developer, deploying and configuring third-party equipment platforms including Hikvision, Dahua, Ajax Systems, Texecom, Paxton, Hochiki, Advanced, Zeta, Apollo, and Genie under NSI Gold and BAFE accreditations.

The business serves a diversified client base spanning automotive (Day's Motor Group 21 sites, FRF Toyota 9 sites, Swansea Motor Auctions), hospitality (AU Vodka, Queens Hotel), education (Pembrokeshire County Council schools), healthcare, transport (Transport for Wales Rail), real estate, and sports/leisure facilities, alongside residential homeowners. Revenue is generated through professional services for installation projects, recurring subscription fees for 24/7 alarm monitoring linked to emergency services, ongoing maintenance and repair contracts, and household appliance repair work. Pricing is custom-quoted per site survey, with multi-year maintenance contracts on enterprise installations creating a recurring revenue base.

The company originated as a television repair business in Uplands, Swansea in the late 1980s. Electronic Services (Wales) Ltd was founded by Phil and Amanda Hardman in the early 2000s as a sibling TV/appliance repair business. In August 2024, son Daniel Hardman completed a management buyout of both companies with Development Bank of Wales financing, assuming the role of Group Managing Director. The team comprises approximately 25-30 staff across administration, fire and security engineering, and appliance repair technicians, supported by an apprenticeship pipeline. The business operates primarily through direct field sales with free site surveys as the lead generation tool, combined with community-based brand building via local sports sponsorships.

Name

H3 Group

Legal name

H3 Group Limited

Website

https://h3group.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

H3 Group is a family-run fire and security systems integrator based in Swansea, Wales, installing and maintaining CCTV, intruder alarms, fire alarms, access control, and related systems for commercial and residential clients across South Wales. It also operates an authorized Samsung appliance repair service and a new electrical and solar division.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Fire and Security Systems Integration

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (23822)

SIC

Electrical Work (1731)

akta.pro primary industry

Fire Alarm Systems (Design/Install/Service/Monitoring) (BPABAHAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Testing, Inspection, Maintenance & Compliance Services (NFPA/Local Code) (HSAHAFAG), New Construction/Renovation Fire & CO System Design & Installation (HSAHAFAJ), Emergency, Egress & Exit Lighting (Emergency luminaires, exit signs, battery backup) (IMAGAIAD), Smoke/CO Detector & Life-Safety Electrical Troubleshooting (HSAOAEAJ)

Keywords

• Fire alarm installation
• CCTV surveillance systems
• Intruder alarm services
• Access control systems
• Household appliance repair

Headquarters

HQ city

Fforest

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Fire and Security Installation: Installation of fire alarms, CCTV systems, intruder alarms, access control, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, and automatic barriers for commercial and residential properties. One-time installation fees with pricing based on system complexity and site requirements.
2. 24/7 Monitoring Services: Continuous surveillance and monitoring of installed systems linked to emergency services. Provides ongoing monitoring contracts with rapid response capabilities.
3. Maintenance and Repair Services: Repair and maintenance services for fire and security systems, including fault diagnosis, component replacement, and scheduled servicing to ensure compliance with British standards.
4. Household Appliance Repairs: Warranty and non-warranty repairs of household appliances including televisions, washing machines, fridge freezers. Samsung authorised service centre performing licensed in-warranty repairs. Also works with retailers like John Lewis and Costco.
5. Electrical and Solar Services: Electrical work including rewiring, PAT testing, fault diagnostics, solar PV installation, electric vehicle charger installation and maintenance, and general electrical work for businesses and households.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

H3 Group designs, supplies, installs, maintains and repairs fire and security systems (CCTV, intruder alarms, fire alarms, fire extinguishers, access control, emergency lighting, automatic barriers) for commercial and residential customers in South Wales. It also operates a Samsung-authorised household appliance repair service through its Electronic Services subsidiary, and provides electrical, solar PV and EV charger installation under H3 Electrical and Solar.

Product overview

H3 Group is a family-run enterprise operating three distinct brands: H3 Fire and Security (installation and maintenance of CCTV, access control, intruder alarms, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, fire alarms, automatic barriers, and 24-hour monitoring), Electronic Services (Samsung-authorized warranty and non-warranty repairs for household appliances), and H3 Electrical and Solar (solar PV, EV chargers, rewiring, and general electrical work). The company serves domestic and commercial clients across South Wales with integrated fire and security solutions, primarily using third-party equipment brands including Hikvision, Dahua, Ajax, Texecom, Paxton, Hochiki, and Advanced.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• H3 Fire and Security: Specialists in the supply, installation, repair and maintenance of CCTV systems, fire alarms, intruder alarms, fire extinguishers, access control systems, emergency light systems and other systems. Skilled in both domestic and commercial systems.
• Electronic Services
• H3 Electrical and Solar

Products and services

• CCTV Systems

Quantifiable outcome

• Completed installation and commissioning of over 240 fire extinguisher components within deadline for Transport for Wales Rail site handover
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration34 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Swansea and Civil Service Cricket ClubminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2026Sponsorship agreement supporting the newly merged club's inaugural competitive season in 2026. Club accommodates over 150 players across men's, women's, and junior programs.
• Swansea City Football Club Business NetworkminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 26 June 2024Official Swansea City Business Network sponsor for 2024-2025 football season. Logo displayed on scoreboard banner and static advertising board throughout EFL Championship season. Player sponsorship included.
• Swansea Civil Service Cricket ClubminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 7 June 2024Primary sponsor of golf day fundraising event. Team led by Managing Director Dan Hardman won the competition. Supports local sports community engagement.
• Zeta AlarmscoreTechnology or IntegrationSwansea-based globally recognized fire alarm manufacturer providing Zeta Smart Connect 32 fire alarm panels. Collaboration with Huvo (distribution) and H3 Group (installation) created a complete local supply chain for Jaxx Padel project.
• HuvocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSwansea-based distributor ensuring rapid availability of fire alarm equipment and support for H3 Group installations.
• SamsungcoreTechnology or IntegrationSamsung authorized service centre status allows H3 Group to perform licensed in-warranty repairs of Samsung televisions and appliances. Works with major retailers including John Lewis and Costco.
• Pembrokeshire County CouncilcoreOthersLocal government body engaging H3 Group for school security upgrades including CCTV systems at Fenton Primary School and access control at Ysgol Gelli Aur/Golden Grove School.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Verisure (Securitas Direct): Verisure is a major European/UK intruder-alarm specialist with subscription-based monitored alarm contracts. Comparable to H3 on the intruder-alarm and recurring-monitoring side, but competes via a national direct-to-consumer sales motion rather than regional B2B field sales.
• Secom plc: Secom is a UK-wide fire and security systems integrator offering design, installation, monitoring and maintenance. Directly comparable to H3's full-service fire-and-security proposition including ARC-monitored intruder alarms and fire detection.
• Banham Group: Banham is a long-established London-based security and fire-safety specialist covering intruder alarms, CCTV, access control and locks. Comparable to H3's H3 Fire and Security arm as a UK fire-and-security installer serving both commercial and residential customers with regulatory accreditations.
• ADT UK (Securitas): ADT is a national UK security and fire-safety installer and monitoring provider with NSI Gold accreditation across commercial and residential segments. Comparable to H3 as a competing fire/security systems integrator and 24/7 monitoring operator, but at vastly greater scale and geographic reach.

Direct peers

• ClearView Communications: ClearView is a UK fire, security, CCTV and access-control integrator serving commercial customers with installation and maintenance. Comparable to H3 as a similarly-sized regional systems integrator delivering multi-site enterprise deployments.
• Amthal Fire & Security: Amthal is a UK fire, intruder, CCTV and access-control integrator operating across the Home Counties and London with NSI Gold accreditation. Closely comparable to H3 as a similarly-sized UK regional fire-and-security systems integrator and maintenance provider.
• TIS (Total Integrated Solutions): TIS is a UK-based fire, security and communication-systems integrator serving commercial and public-sector clients with NSI Gold credentials. Comparable to H3 in scope (CCTV, access control, intruder, fire) and customer mix (schools, healthcare, transport, multi-site enterprises).
• Kings Security Systems: Kings is a UK NSI Gold-accredited fire and security systems integrator with regional offices and a manned-monitoring ARC. Directly comparable to H3's fire/security install, service and 24/7 monitoring offering across commercial and public-sector customers.
• Mercury Fire & Security: Mercury is a UK BAFE- and NSI-accredited fire and security systems integrator delivering design, installation, commissioning and maintenance. Closely comparable to H3 on the fire-alarm-led portion of the business and compliance/regulated contract work.
• Custom Fire & Security: Custom Fire & Security is a UK regional installer of fire alarms, intruder alarms, CCTV and access control with BAFE/NSI accreditation. Comparable to H3 as a similarly sized regional integrator operating on third-party equipment brands with a mix of install and recurring maintenance work.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles21 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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