San Diego County, CA
Ideal starter route, all accounts in the high scale homes of San Diego. Only 2 accounts are not million dollar or multi million dollar homes. Value 2001 truck available for purchase with parts and...
Service Businesses in CA For Sale
Market Info
Poway Pool Service Route for Sale
$38,400
Cash Flow: $40,000
{Priced to Sell] Turnkey & Reputable Termite & Pest Control Business
Los Angeles, CA
Price adjusted for a quick sale. Reputable with rare eco-friendly name Termite & Pest Control business established and operating since 2003 with customers mostly based in Los Angeles County with high...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $181,500
LA Based ATM Business - Great Cash Flow & Management in Place
Los Angeles, CA
Listing Details: - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Number of Units: 90 - Terminal Brand: GenMega & Hyosung - Age of Machines: 2-6 years - Established: 2019 - Annual Net Cashflow: ~$324,000 For sale: A...
$1,399,999
Cash Flow: $324,000
Profitable, Established - Turnkey Business For Sale
Costa Mesa, CA
ESTABLISHED SHOE REPAIR BUSINESS - COSTA MESA This profitable shoe and leather repair business has served the Costa Mesa community since 1971, building an exceptional reputation for quality...
5
$375,000
Cash Flow: $241,745
Retractable window screens business - no franchise fees
Carmichael, CA
Exclusive dealership opportunity for existing retractable screen business. Work with the manufacturer of Casper Disappearing Screen Systems. Products are sold all over the US and shipped...
4
$30,000
So Cal Locksmith Business for Sale
Carlsbad, CA
Located in the heart of Carlsbad Village, California and with 29 years of experience, we have been providing locksmith services to all of North San Diego County. With a client base of over 5000...
5
$465,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Esteemed Timeshare Exit Firm – $496K SDE & Exclusive Partners
San Diego, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a high-margin, virtually operated timeshare exit company that delivers powerful results for its clients and strong profits for its owner. With a specialized,...
$2,907,000
Cash Flow: $496,071
Award winning franchise with proven track record of success
Los Angeles, CA
This is an excellent opportunity to purchase this franchise located in San Fernando Valley with over 100 Yelp 5-star reviews. Included in the purchase: exclusive territory with population of 300,000,...
4
$41,900
50+ Yrs. Window & Glass Installation w/ Contracts
Los Angeles County, CA
For over 50 years, this well-established window and glass company has been a cornerstone in the North Los Angeles County construction and property improvement landscape. With a legacy built on high...
$435,000
Cash Flow: $49,962
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...
2
$1,495,000
Cash Flow: $624,655
FranchiseCity Wide Facility Solutions
Available in California
$7.8M AUV* With a recession-resistant, recurring revenue business model, the City Wide concept is built for sales leaders!
$150,000
See More FranchisesLakeside Pool Service Route for Sale
San Diego County, CA
Easy part time route, all billing and payment done electronically. Quarterly filter, cleaning and spa draining for added income. Only deal with 5 clients with a monthly service billing. 12 filter...
$36,600
Cash Flow: $42,500
Solar Energy Company in Prime Location
Shasta County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established solar company located in a high visibility area. The business has built a strong reputation in Northern California for delivering high quality...
$995,000
Cash Flow: $379,000
Profitable HVAC business in the Bay Area
$250,000
Santa Clara County, CA
California Property Tax Consultants
California
Founded in 2011, this property tax consulting firm helps commercial property owners in two large California Counties reduce their tax bills. The company charges only if it secures savings for clients,...
$22,000,000
Cash Flow: $4,209,981
Established Property Management Company – Growth Potential
El Cajon, CA
Excellent cash flowing San Diego Property Management company for someone who wants to immediately step in to a book of business. Opportunities for real estate transactions with the clients as well as...
$600,000
Annie Adjchavanich
Secret HQ, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Secret HQ, Inc is boutique California real estate brokerage specializing in second generation restaurant and bar business opportunities (ABC Type 41, 47, 48). Pizza, donut/dessert, bakery, ice cream, coffee, juice, boba and cafe spaces are our specialty. Beauty, wellness, nail salons, hair salons, spa businesses.
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San Diego Pool Service Route for Sale
San Diego County, CA
Nice starter route, very seasoned pools. High income areas. Own your own recession-proof business. Create your own schedule - no evenings or weekends. Work from home or an office. Unlimited earnings...
$27,000
Cash Flow: $31,500
Small Yet Stable Solo Estate Plan Practice
Riverside County, CA
Solid, stable estate plan base with approximately 170 clients up and down the State of California has allowed me to travel quarterly to meet with clients face to face, and has resulted in great client...
$115,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
Vacation Rentals / Property Management
Palm Springs, CA
This is a well-established Vacation Rental & Property Management business located in the greater Palm Springs area, offering a selection of beautiful vacation rentals that cater to every traveler's...
$85,000
Picture Framing Business, San Diego ,CA -$95,000
San Diego, CA
Custom Picture Framing Business for mostly paintings, photos and other artworks or certificates. Established since 1991 and the present owner from 2007. Training, if neccessary, available. Owner...
$95,000
Cash Flow: $40,000
Orange County Roofing Contractor, $1.6M sales Price Reduced
Orange County, CA
Price Reduced for Orange County Residential & Commercial Roofing Contractor Established for over 40 years, this well-known roofing contractor is available for acquisition. The company is on track to...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $270,893
FranchiseNetwork in Action
Available in California
ARE YOU A PEOPLE PERSON? We need professionals who have experience building and leading a team of people.
$50,000
See More FranchisesThriving Multi-Unit Fitness Business with Recurring Revenue
Contra Costa County, CA
This multi-unit fitness franchise is thriving with $2.57M in revenue and $753K in cash flow (SDE). With three established locations in high-demand markets, a strong membership base, and a predictable,...
3
$3,500,000
Cash Flow: $753,251
Chinese Restaurant for Sale in Busy Tustin Area Affordable Lease
Tustin, CA
Excellent opportunity to own a well-established Chinese restaurant in Tustin, specializing primarily in takeout and delivery. This turnkey operation has a loyal customer base and is ideal for an...
$245,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Established Sandblasting and Powder Coating Business
$200,000
San Diego County, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale San Diego CA $99,000
San Diego, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale San Diego CA $99,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $102,052
Was Cell Phone Repair Store
Huntington Beach, CA
792 Sqft in busy shopping center at intersection of two major boulevards in Huntington Beach with plenty of parking. Rent is $1782 and NNN is $ 555 so total is $ 2337 . Besides cell phone repair also...
$4,676
Powder Coating Business for Sale (15' long equipment / 3000 sqft shop)
Buellton, CA
3,000 sqft shop space located in a gated parking lot. All the equipment was purchased brand new in 2020 from Spray Systems Inc. Business has been operating for 4 years, fully permitted. The shop is...
6
$160,000
San Diego's Premier Mobile Gaming & Party Experience Company
San Diego County, CA
San Diego's leading choice for high-tech mobile entertainment! This TURNKEY and PROFITABLE company offers the following services: * Video Game Bus: San Diego's most advanced game bus packed with the...
$270,000
Cash Flow: $90,859
Turnkey Locksmith Business – Profitable, Established & Sale-Ready
Vallejo, CA
Long-established and highly reputable locksmith business with deep roots in the communities of Solano, Sonoma, and Napa Counties. Renowned for its reliability, rapid response times, and expert...
$175,000
Cash Flow: $135,000
Carpet, Tile and Upholstery Steam Cleaning Business
California
Looking to break free from the 9-to-5 and build something of your own? This is your shot. For sale is a well-equipped, ready-to-roll carpet cleaning business that includes everything you need to hit...
$60,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Drainage Contractors
Marin County, CA
Take ownership of a highly profitable, well-established drainage and encapsulation business serving North Bay and surrounding areas. This is a trusted name in crawlspace encapsulation and interior...
$1,191,000
Cash Flow: $526,262
FranchiseZ PLUMBERZ
Available Nationwide
Full-Service Plumbing, Sewer, and Drain Company
$40,000
See More FranchisesEstablished Restoration Franchise in California
California
This is an excellent opportunity to acquire an established franchise business that is the leading franchise in the residential and commercial restoration services industry. Turnkey operation, prior...
$500,000
Established 20+ Year Fencing, Railing & General Contracting Business
Garden Grove, CA
With over two decades of experience, this well-established company specializes in custom-designed wrought iron fencing, railings, gates, and general contracting services throughout the Los Angeles...
$419,000
Cash Flow: $129,952
Profitable Print, Promotional & Marketing Business for Sale
$140,000
San Diego County, CA
Well Established Commercial Property Maintenance/Landscaping Company
Palmdale, CA
Well Established Commercial Property Maintenance/Landscaping Company This 27-year-old commercial landscaping and property maintenance company represents an exceptional opportunity in Palmdale, CA....
$1,800,000
Mission's Tortilla Route, Hemet, CA
Hemet, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Hemet, California region for $139,000! Currently generating $614,952 in yearly sales and nets $90,037. Distributorship and territory are purchased through...
$139,000
Cash Flow: $90,037
FranchiseGoosehead Insurance
Available Nationwide
Disrupt insurance with our unique business model that leverages industry-leading technology and a client-first approach to access untapped market potential.
$25,000
See More FranchisesSince 1995, Established and Profitable Business Opportunity
Plumas County, CA
Incredible opportunity to live a "less stress lifestyle" in the beautiful California Sierra Mountains and own a well established business that has been a part of the Graeagle community for over 30...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $240,000
Northern California High-End Home Services Business - Discreet Sale
California
Are you looking for a profitable, low-overhead business with substantial recurring revenue and a loyal customer base? A well-established home services business in a high-demand market is now quietly...
Cash Flow: $250,000
Established Home Inspection Business
San Diego, CA
For Sale: Established Home Inspection Business Looking to sell an established home inspection business based in San Diego County and servicing surrounding areas. Our company has a solid reputation and...
$160,000
**PROFITABLE - Own an Established AAA Certified Auto Repair Business
Orange County, CA
A GREAT OPPORTUNITY to Own a AAA Certified, well-established and profitable Auto Repair and Service Facility. Since 1971, this friendly owner-operated business has been built on a strong foundation of...
$895,000
Cash Flow: $280,000
Mission's Tortilla Route, North Riverside, CA
Riverside, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the North Riverside, California region for $110,000! Currently generating $637,726 in yearly sales and nets $68,940. Distributorship and territory are purchased...
$100,001
Cash Flow: $68,940
Xiaoming Huang
eXp Commercial
Serving Alameda County, CA
eXp Commercial is a comprehensive residential and commercial real estate brokerage, provides full-service, award-winning property management services to both investors and residents alike in the United States, Canada, and other parts of the world.
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Northern California Kitchen Exhaust and Commercial Restaurant Hood Cle
California
Northern California Kitchen Exhaust and Commercial Restaurant Hood Cleaning Company - Absentee Owned! - SC2223 Financial Information Asking Price: $399,000 Cash Flow: $90,000 Gross Revenue: $375,000...
$399,000
Cash Flow: $90,000
Mission's Tortilla Route, Encinitas, CA
San Diego, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Encinitas, California region for $195,000! Expected to generate $633,100 in yearly sales and net an estimated $86,558. Distributorship and territory are...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $86,558
Established and Profitable Catering Business – Sonoma County
$350,000
Sonoma County, CA
Premium Boutique Charcuterie Restaurant/Catering
Alameda County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors San Francisco DRE #02209032 Cynthia Randall DRE #01421980 Turnkey boutique restaurant in a prime location | Premium special event catering for corporate, family, and...
$190,000
Cash Flow: $87,865
Recession-Resistant ADAS Calibration, North County, San Diego, CA
San Marcos, CA
A rare opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, turnkey Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) calibration business. With modern vehicles increasingly reliant on ADAS, calibration is a required...
$219,000
FranchiseSteri-Clean
Available in California
Steri-Clean is a leader in Hoarding and Biohazard Remediation Services, with offerings ranging from crime scene cleanup to hoarding remediation, infection control, and more.
$65,000
See More FranchisesEstablished On-Site Shredding Service
Los Angeles County, CA
This well-established on-site shredding service has been serving both commercial and residential clients throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties since 2007. The owner is retiring and relocating,...
$245,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Turn Key Rock yard with Equipment
Valley Springs, CA
Dump truck, tractor, forklift and inventory all come with this business! It's fully functioning and has a good reputation for great customer service and friendly, on time delivery. Located in the...
6
$199,000
Regal Cleaners
Palm Springs, CA
Regal Cleaners is in a prime location in a busy center on the corner of Tahquitz Canyon and Sunrise Way. There is convenient parking for their clients directly in front of the business. Their dry...
$525,000
Cash Flow: $226,000
Artisan Charcuterie Catering Business for Sale – Ontario, California
Ontario, CA
This is a turnkey charcuterie catering business located in Ontario, California, offering a unique and in-demand service specializing in artisanal grazing boards, boxes, and tables for events,...
$174,990
Profitable FedEx CA Linehaul opportunity
Sacramento County, CA
Profitable FedEx “mid size” Linehaul opportunity with a strong mix of dedicated and unassigned team runs. Complete with solid equipment, seasoned BC and trained drivers in place. This is a turnkey...
$3,500,000
Cash Flow: $875,000
Cashflowing Mobilehome park on the water in Palo Verde, CA
Blythe, CA
45-site manufactured housing and RV community located in the peaceful, waterfront town of Palo Verde, California. Originally developed in 1950, the property offers approximately 2.59 acres of land...
3
Cash Flow: $63,420
Printing and Copy Store Selling Amazing Assets!
Santa Monica, CA
This is a turnkey opportunity to acquire the assets of a well-established printing and copy services business. Located in a high traffic/commercial area in Santa Monica, this business has served the...
$74,000
Mission Foods Route For Sale-Chula Vista CA $94,000
Chula Vista, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale-Chula Vista CA $94,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips...
$94,000
Cash Flow: $82,681
Mission Foods Route For Sale-San Diego CA $92,000
Spring Valley, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale-San Diego CA $92,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$92,000
Cash Flow: $81,522
FranchisePlumbingPro
Available in California
Want To Be Your Own Boss? Join PlumbingPro, a very lucrative and disruptive service franchise with an Executive Business Model
$100,000
See More FranchisesBuy 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
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
423 |
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Median Asking Price |
$322,500 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$400,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$136,896 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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California Service Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.52 |
1.76 |
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Median |
0.80 |
2.58 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.18 |
3.47 |
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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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