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Service Businesses For Sale in California

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San Diego Coin Laundry – $375K – 45 Washers / 20 Dryers

San Diego, CA

Turnkey coin laundromat for sale in San Diego. Features 45 washers and 20 dryers, vending machines, swamp coolers, camera system, and all essential amenities for smooth operation. Situated in a...

$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $72,000

Hilmar Pool Service Route for Sale

Merced County, CA

These are unique and loyal customers with solid rates. There is not as much competition in the Hilmar area, which is where most of the pools are located. With some training and responsive customer...

$27,600

$27,600

Cash Flow: $30,000

The UPS Store Franchise in Alameda County CA

Alameda County, CA

SBA Pre-Qualified! An excellent opportunity to acquire a turnkey The UPS Store franchise in Alameda County California - without all of the initial startup costs and concerns. The 2024 revenues reached...

$849,000

$849,000

Cash Flow: $262,363

Established Landscaping Business Serving Long Beach/South LA/North OC

Los Angeles County, CA

This established landscaping business has been active for 25 years with a strong reputation and client relationships with many property management companies that include landscape maintenance...

$450,000

$450,000

EBITDA: $115,380

30 yrs. old clinical lab, PPOs BC, BS, UHC, HealthNet, Medi-Medi

Encino, CA

Long-established laboratory with grandfathered in-network insurance contracts — including with major providers no longer extending such agreements to privately held labs. Location: Busy Medical...

$2,300,000

$2,300,000

Cash Flow: $300,000

Coin Operated Laundry Main Street In Plaza

Van Nuys, CA

FRONT LOADING DOUBLE STACK WASHERS 35X DRYERS TOP LOADING 36X VENDING MACHINE 1X COIN CHANGING MACHINE 4X LOCKED BATHROOM 1500+ SQUARE FEET NAVIENT TAKNLESS WATER HEATER 2X RING CAMERAS SOAP...

$349,000

$349,000

Carpet Cleaning Business

Fresno, CA

A well-established and reputable residential and commercial cleaning company headquartered in Fresno, California. Founded in 2007, the company has earned a loyal customer base by delivering...

$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $123,000

Property Damage/Restoration Company

Pleasanton, CA

Fpr Sale: this business that has a database of property management contacts which create reoccurring revenue streams.This is a multi-tier / multi-revenue business which starts with professional carpet...

$525,000

$525,000

Cash Flow: $475,000

Outdoor Power Equipment Retail & Service Business

California

This well-established retail and service business specializes in outdoor power equipment sales and repair. Operating for nearly five decades, the company has built a loyal customer base that includes...

$700,000

$700,000

Cash Flow: $322,846

Established Solar & Battery Installations Business In-House Installers

California

Step into the future of clean energy with this established and profitable solar and battery installation business based in Southern California. The business is thriving, with healthy Q1 sales and a...

$1,495,000

$1,495,000

Cash Flow: $624,655

Monterey County-Established Flooring Franchise with Mobile Showroom

Salinas, CA

Step into an established, busy, exclusive territory FRANCHISE business, providing high-quality residential and commercial flooring solutions. The business features a fully equipped mobile showroom...

$250,000

$250,000

Immigration Law Practice with Steady Client Base – Well Established!

Los Angeles, CA

This south Los Angeles County legal practice specializes in immigration matters, including visas, renewals and the citizenship process. This well-established 30 year old practice primarily deals with...

$330,000

$330,000

Cash Flow: $107,490

Profitable, Respected Business with a Blue-Chip Customer Base

$8,100,000 - Los Angeles County, CA

$8,100,000

Los Angeles County, CA

Established Real Estate Staging Company

Orange County, CA

Established real estate staging company for sale in Orange County that services residential real estate listings for sale. FF&E included with the sale is over $200,000 in furniture of a variety of...

$300,000

$300,000

Retail Shipping & Business Services Store with Growth Potential

Los Angeles, CA

This is a retail packing and shipping store partnered with major carriers such as UPS, USPS, and FedEx. In addition to shipping, the store offers a variety of ancillary services including copying,...

$70,000

$70,000

Cash Flow: $66,000

Wasim Rahman

TNW BUSINESS BROKERS

Serving San Francisco County, CA

TNW Business Brokerage has been in the business since 2003 and committed to work diligently with every client as an advocate provide a comprehensive consultative approach to each and every business transaction.

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Outstanding Property Damage & Restoration Company

San Diego, CA

For Sale: This multi-tier / multi-revenue business which starts with professional carpet and floor cleaning but also includes property damage and restoration services such as water and mold...

$524,999

$524,999

Cash Flow: $475,000

Auto Glass Shop

Santa Clara County, CA

Auto Glass has been providing high-quality auto glass services for over 21 years,services, including windshield replacement, side, and back window repairs.They specialize in windshield calibration for...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $158,829

Landscape Maintenance Business San Diego County Price Reduced

San Diego County, CA

Landscape Maintenance Business for sale, offering services to apartment complexes, business centers, and residential rental properties. The company has a strong, loyal client base with several...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $125,917

Leadership Training Business - $123K Cash Flow

Riverside County, CA

Established in 2019, this profitable leadership training and consulting business has already generated over $1.5M in sales and continues to grow with 80%+ repeat clients. Operating in Riverside County...

$245,000

$245,000

Cash Flow: $122,511

Expert General Contracting - Remodeling Design Service

Los Angeles, CA

Step into ownership of a highly profitable, cash-flowing general contracting, design and remodeling business located in one of Los Angeles’ most dynamic and rapidly growing communities—without needing...

$189,000

$189,000

Cash Flow: $126,115

Cute & Steady Income Agency of Cleaners

San Bernardino County, CA

Dry Cleaners Drop shop & Alteration 6 days open M-F 7:30 am to 5:30 pm SAT 9:00 am to 2:00 pm...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $96,000

Make your mark on Sunset Blvd.

Los Angeles, CA

Incredible opportunity to own a brand new laundromat fully retooled and opened in early 2024 with a growing customer base. This very desirable location has excellent demographics, reasonable rent with...

$650,000

$650,000

Commercial Landscaping Company For Sale

$120,000 - Desert Hot Springs, CA

$120,000

Desert Hot Springs, CA

Mail Box Rental shipping in L.A.

Los Angeles, CA

This mail box store is the best place in the area for any mailing related needs and this one stop shop offers multiple services in one location and there is no competition close by.and the location is...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $144,000

Mail Box Rental & Shipping in Santa Monica

Santa Monica, CA

This store is located in a busy area with constant streams of foot traffic.. It has been in business for over 20 years and is four blocks from the ocean in a prime location. Owners are seniors dealing...

$125,000

$125,000

Cash Flow: $66,000

Hotel For Sale Berkeley, CA

Berkeley, CA

This 3 story, interior corridor hotel has 113 keys and has an excellent location on University Avenue. The hotel is near The University of California - Berkeley, the Lawrence Berkeley National...

$19,500,000

$19,500,000

Established Nearshore Software Staff Augmentation Firm

Orange County, CA

Keystone Business Advisors is pleased to bring to market this successful agency that provides nearshore software talent for innovative technology companies looking to rapidly scale software...

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $1,000,000

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $1,000,000

Locksmith Business Los Angeles County Price Reduced

Los Angeles County, CA

Profitable locksmith business for sale, operating statewide in California under three established brands. The seller has a locksmith license and not a contractor’s license. He subcontracts when the...

$695,000

$695,000

Cash Flow: $345,264

29-Year-Old Insulation Contractor Located In Northern California

California

The first spray foam contractor on the scene, this insulation business has been in business for 29 years and is positioned for a new owner operator to step in and take it to the next level. With 10...

$1,100,000

$1,100,000

Cash Flow: $288,000

Well Established Turn Key Locksmith retail and service

Ventura County, CA

SBA pre-qualified. This established locksmith and service business has been proudly serving the community and surrounding areas for over 30 years. With a distinctive retail location in a highly...

$360,000

$360,000

Cash Flow: $180,000

Dry Cleaner with Agency in the South Bay

Santa Clara County, CA

This well-established multi-store Dry cleaners has been in operation for over a decade. It is located in an affluent neighborhood with high visibility in a popular shopping center in the South Bay....

$179,500

$179,500

Cash Flow: $161,957

Cannabis Testing Laboratory, ISO Certified, Active in California

California

Well established cannabis laboratory in Southern California. Established: 2017 (S-Corp), Licenses: All in perfect standing, Accreditation: ISO Certified Summary: Manhattan Biz is proud to present one...

$2,400,000

$2,400,000

B2B Robotics Franchise w National Accounts!

$250,000 - Los Angeles, CA

$250,000

Los Angeles, CA

Dry Cleaning Plant

Diamond Bar, CA

For Sale: Well-Established Dry Cleaning Business This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and reputable dry cleaning business located in a high-traffic area with a loyal customer base....

$235,000

$235,000

Cash Flow: $114,000

Disrupt An Industry & Transform Homes, One Floor at a Time!

Monterey, CA

Mobile Floor Showroom and Installation Business For Sale Make an investment in a thriving, established flooring franchise that's revolutionizing the industry! With financing options available and an...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $62,500

Mail Box rental & shipping in Silver Lake

Los Angeles, CA

This mail box is the best place in the area for any mailing related things and this one stop shop offers multiple services in one location. This private mail box rentals are affordable and accessible...

$115,000

$115,000

Cash Flow: $84,000

Land Use Consulting North County San Diego

San Diego County, CA

Land use planning, landscape architecture, land use policy formulation, environmental assessments, and entitlement processing and permitting services located in North County, CA since 1985....

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $302,138

Profitable Catering Company in SoCal

California

This well-established catering business showcases robust financial growth and prestigious industry recognition. Since 2005, the company has shown impressive revenue growth, increasing from $4.2...

$4,650,000

$4,650,000

Cash Flow: $1,318,565

Soil & Foundation Engineering Company

La Mesa, CA

• $2.57 Billion Global Geotech Engineering Market • 45 Years Goodwill w/ Zero Lawsuits • Assignable Below Market Lease ($2,500 monthly) • Constant Loyal Client Base • New Business Only Word of Mouth...

$195,000

$195,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Third-Party Wrap Insurance Administrator

California

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, niche Wrap-Insurance Administrative Services Company with a strong track record of delivering specialized, bundled risk management programs. The...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $81,538

Joe Saad

Joe Saad Buiness Broker

Serving San Diego County, CA

In business since 1987 serving San Diego County: specializing in small to medium size businesses.

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$1,779,000 Income - Property Management / Manager-run, Fully Staffed

Cambria, CA

This is a very profitable, turnkey manager-run, fully staffed, open and operating, home-based business in the Central Coast, CA area. This is a prime, highly visited vacation area. The business has...

$8,895,000

$8,895,000

EBITDA: $1,779,000

Dry Cleaner with Agency in the South Bay

Santa Clara County, CA

This well-established multi-store Dry cleaners has been in operation for over a decade. It is located in an affluent neighborhood with high visibility in a popular shopping center in the South Bay....

$179,500

$179,500

Cash Flow: $161,957

Catering Truck For Sale

$225,000 - Los Angeles, CA

$225,000

Los Angeles, CA

Coin Laundry For Sale in Oakland as Absentee Owner's Run

Oakland, CA

Coin Laundry For Sale in Oakland as Absentee Owner's Run. Monthly Estimated Gross: $23,601 and Monthly Estimated Cash Flow: $7,697 Rent: $4,698 for 2,300 sf. Lease until 10/2026 Plus 10 years option...

$563,000

$563,000

Cash Flow: $92,366

Dry Cleaner in Thousand Oaks

Thousand Oaks, CA

This is one of the best dry cleaners in the area and the perfect location for the dry cleaners with ample parking and lots of loyal customers. This is an excellent opportunity for an aggressive owner...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $192,000

UPS Store in Lakewood

Lakewood, CA

The UPS Store offers wide range of domestic and international and freight shipping services as well as mail box rental, packing, notary, shredding, faxing, copy, scanners, printing , passport photo...

$690,000

$690,000

Cash Flow: $139,592

Coin Laundry For Sale in Woodland-Yolo County as Absentee Owner's Run

Woodland, CA

Coin Laundry For Sale in Woodland (Yolo County) as Absentee Owner's Run. Monthly Estimated Gross: $19,096, Monthly Estimated Cash Flow: $5,039. Rent at $5,000/m for 1,500 sf. Lease until 11/30/2030...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $60,475

Coin/Card Laundry For Sale in Campbell as Absentee Owner's Run

Campbell, CA

Coin/Card Laundry For Sale in Campbell as Absentee Owner's Run. Monthly Estimated Gross: $12,024 and Monthly Estimated Cash Flow: $4,386. Monthly Rent: $1,775 + Sewer Tax $325 for 1,200 sf. Lease...

$289,900

$289,900

Cash Flow: $52,636

Established High-End Landscaping Company

San Bernardino County, CA

Business Description: Founded in 1979, this is one of the most reputable and established landscaping companies serving the San Bernardino and surrounding mountain communities. This full-service...

$2,200,000

$2,200,000

Cash Flow: $780,226

Popular El Monte location with tons of potential

El Monte, CA

Spacious clean laundry with good parking in desirable San Gabriel Valley. Huge opportunity to upgrade equipment to increase income and profits....

$205,000

$205,000

Established Swimming Pool Routes for sale in So. California

Upland, CA

Established Swimming Pool Route Business - Southern California This profitable pool service route business offers immediate income potential in highly desirable foothill communities including La...

$280,000

$280,000

Established Aviation Part 145 Repair Station in Southern CA

El Cajon, CA

FAA Part 145 Repair Station with Longstanding Industry Reputation This FAA-certified Part 145 Repair Station specializes in the maintenance, repair, installation, and sale of avionics and instruments...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Established Specialized Documentation Business – Southern California

Orange County, CA

Established in 2017, this niche professional services firm has built a strong reputation for its expertise, client-focused approach, and high-quality service. Serving a diverse clientele—including...

$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $166,263

Established Medical Transportation Business

Riverside County, CA

Contact business broker for details on this well-established non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) business for sale in Riverside County, Southern California. Providing safe, reliable, and...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $380,000

Buy or Sell a Service Business in California

For those in the market to buy or sell a service business in California, it’s crucial to gain an understanding of how the market values these businesses, and what average financial performance looks like. To that end, we have aggregated listings data to surface current valuation multiples and typical financials of California service businesses.


Market Overview

Number of Businesses Analyzed  

423

Median Asking Price  

$322,500

Median Reported Revenue  

$400,000

Median Reported Earnings  

$136,896

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.


California Service Business Valuation Multiples

Range

Revenue

Earnings (SDE)

Lower Quartile

0.52

1.76

Median

0.80

2.58

Upper Quartile

1.18

3.47

Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price.


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Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks


FAQs

How much does it cost to buy a service business in California?

Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in California is approximately $322,500.

How much do service business owners earn?

These businesses vary in sales volume, but California service business owners report median annual sales of $400,000 and annual owner earnings of $136,896. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.

How do I value a service business?

Valuing a service business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit, owner earnings, growth (or decline) trends, and historical stability. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples of service businesses in California range from 0.52 to 1.18, with the median at 0.80. Earnings multiples range from 1.76 to 3.47, with the median at 2.58. These values indicate that a typical service business in California may sell for around 0.80 times its annual revenue, and 2.58 times its annual owner’s earnings.


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