REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Redding, CA
This Northern California Plumbing & Septic Business was started in 1971 and has been owned and operated for the past 35 years by the current owner and his wife. This business operates 7 days per week,...
$3,160,000
Service Businesses For Sale
Industry Info
Established Plumbing and Septic Opportunity
Landscaping and Snow Removal Client List for $75,000!
Rochester, MN
CONFIDENTIAL BUSINESS PROFILE LAWN CARE, SNOW REMOVAL CLIENT LIST for $75,000! Picture yourself running a thriving lawn care and snow removal business that's been serving Rochester's suburbs since...
$75,000
Own a Shrunk 3D Franchise for Less Than the Cost of a New One
Morristown, NJ
This is an opportunity to acquire a Shrunk 3D franchise - an innovative mobile business that creates custom, lifelike figurines from 3D scans. The setup is perfect for events and pop-up locations,...
$120,000
Turnkey San Antonio pool route
San Antonio, TX
Here’s your chance to own a turnkey pool route from the city of San Antonio! It consists of 94 accounts generating a guaranteed $17,989 per month plus MORE from repairs and filter cleans! What is a...
$215,868
Cash Flow: $118,840
#1 Pool Supply Store and Services
Harris County, TX
Here's your chance to join a premiere brand-name franchise with a strong, consistent performing store in Harris County! The original owner opened this location in 2017 and has steadily built it up...
$580,000
Cash Flow: $181,903
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10 FedEx P&D Routes - Southern Florida
Florida
Own a profitable, rural operation in a great territory! › 15 Trucks › 1 Manager › Rural territories offer easy routes for drivers and lower than average turnover. › Full-time manager on staff to...
$1,400,000
Cash Flow: $334,036
Pepperidge Farm Combo Route
State College, PA
Profitable and reliable Pepperidge Farm Snack & Bread Combo Route available in the State College, PA area. This established route includes 13 high-volume stops servicing major retailers including...
$264,000
21 FedEx P&D Routes - Upstate South Carolina
South Carolina
Own a large, profitable operation with a full-time manager! › 21 Trucks › 1 Manager › Value of fleet included in asking price. › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of the...
$2,500,000
Cash Flow: $632,003
SmartPark Access: Hands-Free Parking with Camera & Gate Payment
Los Angeles, CA
SmartPark Access: Redefining the Future of Parking SmartPark Access is an innovative, hands-free parking solution designed to bring ultimate convenience, security, and efficiency to modern parking...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $65,000
Turn Key UTV and Snowmobile Rental Business in Hayward, Wisconsin
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Hayward, WI
TURN-KEY UTV & SNOWMOBILE RENTAL BUSINESS - HAYWARD, WISCONSIN Established in 2019, this profitable outdoor rental operation serves Wisconsin's premier recreation destination in the high-tourism...
$1,250,000
6
FranchiseHomestretch
Available Nationwide
Perfect for today's housing market. The HOMEstretch franchise is an innovative home services concept that focuses exclusively on preparing homes for sale through fast, cosmetic improvements
$150,000
Great San Antonio pool route
San Antonio, TX
Here’s your chance to own a pool route in San Antonio! It consists of 40 accounts generating a guaranteed $10,433 per month plus MORE from repairs and filter cleans! Although this route isn’t...
$125,196
Cash Flow: $122,379
SBA Pre-Qualified | Marketing & Lead Generation Agency for Law Firms
Tampa, FL
WebsiteClosers® presents an SBA Pre-Qualified Marketing & Lead Generation Agency for the Legal Vertical that has been in operation for over 17 Years. The agency has established a dominant position...
$5,500,000
Cash Flow: $1,011,542
B2B, Print, Promotional & Marketing Business - Unique Opportunity
$675,000
Palm Beach County, FL
Established Engineering Firm with Proven Track Record
Ohio
Transworld Business Advisors of Northwest Ohio represents this engineering and sheet metal fabrication firm specializing in returnable containers, material handling systems, tool and die design, and...
$1,795,000
Cash Flow: $556,458
13 FedEx P&D Routes - Upstate South Carolina
South Carolina
Own a profitable, rural operation with a strong management team! › 13 Trucks › 2 Managers › Two full-time managers on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of the business. › Rural territories...
$1,700,000
Cash Flow: $481,272
Dan Stone
Transition360 Business Brokers
Serving King County, WA
Our organization consists of well seasoned, experienced professionals that provide their full attention to each Client. We seldom allow more than 8 active engagements at one time. No up front selling fees and yes we have a 90%+ closing rate.
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9 Years Established Laundromat in Houston Metro area For Sale
Houston, TX
Established 9-Year Laundromat - Houston Metro Area This profitable coin laundry operation has successfully served the Houston community since 2017, generating consistent annual revenue of $200,000...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
9
11 FedEx P&D Routes - Northern Virginia
Virginia
Own a profitable operation with a strong management team! › 12 Trucks › 2 Managers › Two full-time managers on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of the business. › Operation comes from a...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $491,932
25 FedEx P&D Routes - Eastern Missouri
Missouri
Own a profitable operation with a newer fleet! › 3 Managers › 33 Trucks › Higher-mileage territories offer easy routes for drivers and lower than average turnover. › Three full-time managers on staff...
$3,250,000
EBITDA: $842,574
33 FedEx P&D Routes - Southeast Tennessee
Tennessee
Own a profitable, low-mileage operation with a strong management team! › 36 Trucks › 3 Managers › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Three full-time managers on staff to handle the daily...
$2,700,000
Cash Flow: $641,640
108 Acre RV Resort / Lodging / Cabins / Event Business
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sedalia, MO
108 Acre Entertainment / Event / Lodging / RV Resort Business Operation. Our historic lodge sits on 108 acres of beautiful rolling countryside just 0.3 miles North of Sedalia Missouri. Location and...
$6,500,000
17
FranchiseFive Star Painting
Available Nationwide
Five Star Painting, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading residential and commercial painting services franchise. With us, business ownership is a stroke of genius!
$50,000
Premier Portable Toilet & Septic Pumping Business
Augusta, ME
Northern New England's Premier Portable Toilet and Septic Pumping Business is Now Available! Here's an incredible opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly profitable business in northern...
$3,500,000
EBITDA: $702,000
17 FedEx P&D Routes - Southern Mississippi
Mississippi
Own a profitable, rural operation with a full-time manager! › 18 Trucks › 1 Manager › Rural territories offer easy routes for drivers and lower than average turnover. › Full-time manager and mechanic...
$1,900,000
Cash Flow: $532,789
B2B Print, Promo & Marketing Business - 75% Owner Financing Available
$199,000
Tallahassee, FL
14 FedEx P&D Routes - Eastern Missouri
Missouri
Own a profitable, low-mileage operation with a full-time manager! › 18 Trucks › 1 Manager › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational...
$1,300,000
Cash Flow: $314,924
14 FedEx P&D Routes - Central Oklahoma
Oklahoma
Own a profitable, rural operation with two managers! › 16 Trucks › 2 Managers › Value of fleet included in asking price. › Full-time managers on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of the...
$1,750,000
Cash Flow: $459,697
1 Bread Route - Eastern South Carolina
South Carolina
Get a jumpstart into logistics industry with bread routes! › Weekly Revenue: $11,726 › Active Accounts: 6 › Listing Ratio: 20:1 › Perfect for first-time business owners, this route offers room for...
$230,000
Southeast Houston, TX: Highly Profitable Security Business for Sale
Houston, TX
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...
$1,150,000
2
Asphalt Services - Exceptional 30 Year Reputation - SBA Pre-Approved
Connecticut
This profitable, asphalt services company has provided high-quality paving solutions for more than three decades. Known for reliability and professionalism, the business serves both residential and...
$7,000,000
Cash Flow: $1,470,000
Sun Screens and Shades Sales & Installation Business
Maricopa County, AZ
Well-Established sun screens and shades installation business servicing all of Maricopa County. Specialties include sun screens, patio screen enclosures, glass wall screen systems, retractable screen...
$800,000
Cash Flow: $275,000
35+ Year Landscaping Business with Loyal Accounts
Dallas County, TX
Established in 1990, this profitable lawn care and landscaping design company has built a strong reputation and loyal customer base across both residential and commercial markets. With recurring...
$405,000
Cash Flow: $152,796
FranchiseSteamatic
Available Nationwide
Delivering Solutions Since 1968 ; Success Start With A Steamatic Franchise
$50,000
Established San Francisco Day Spa with 25+ years of Trusted Service
San Francisco, CA
This long-established San Francisco spa specializes in advanced massage therapy and results-driven esthetician services. Known for deep tissue and sports massage, TMJ treatment, and high-quality...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $119,111
Legacy Flooring Bus + Real Estate | 50+ Years of Excellence!
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Clinton County, OH
Here’s a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, family-operated flooring business with over 50 years of success, a sterling reputation, and loyal customers spanning generations. This...
$1,100,000
Cash Flow: $194,469
NEW PRICE: Additional- 3 Retail Marijuana Retail Stores
$4,000,000
Seattle, WA
Proven Cash Cow at This Dry Clean Family Run Operation
Marietta, GA
BOASTING A SIGNIFICANT UPWARD SALES GROWTH TREND IN THE LAST 3 YRS, this diamond quality family-run dry clean operation in robust Marietta is a sure winner... And located in a very clean, high-volume...
$255,000
Cash Flow: $162,000
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Turnkey Lawncare Business with Rock-Solid Customer Base & Renewals
Danville, IN
Stuck in a 9-5 desk job with little to no visibility of the outside world? Afraid of going to jail for stabbing your boss or co-worker in the neck with a ballpoint pen? Deal with rush hour traffic to...
$350,000
EBITDA: $97,000
38
FranchiseFleet Clean
Available in Multiple Locations
Fleet Clean | Mobile Truck Washing Business | Recurring Customer Business
$90,000
Results-Based Performance Company
This IP-driven platform empowers organizations to apply behavioral tools that deliver measurable results in sales, negotiation, trust-building, and organizational alignment. Its partner-licensed model...
$2,000,000
Smash My Trash Indiana | Remote w/GM | 80% Recurring
Fort Wayne, IN
Smash My Trash is a mobile dumpster compacting company, helping businesses and communities to reduce waste volume, save money and lower emissions. SMT is transforming the industry by empowering...
$1,300,000
Cash Flow: $290,000
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
Behavioral Health Company | Fast Growing & Built to Scale | $1.24M SDE
Virginia
This fast-growing Virginia-based behavioral health company (“Company”) is a premier outpatientsubstance abuse treatment provider dedicated to providing comprehensive care for individuals inrecovery....
$5,150,000
Cash Flow: $1,240,000
Great Lifestyle Business
San Francisco, CA
Spend your days in beautiful horse country. Be your own boss - work your own schedule. Install, repair, and service Automatic Fly Spray Systems in horse barns. Powerful brand identity currently...
$180,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Cheryl Fuzette
Sunbelt Business Brokers of the Northshore
Serving Tangipahoa County, LA
Sunbelt Business Brokers of the North Shore has businesses of all sizes throughout Louisiana, Mississippi, Southeast Texas and the Florida Panhandle. We have several affiliated network offices located in Louisiana – Baton Rouge, New Orleans, New Orleans North Shore, Alexandria, Monroe, Houma/Thibodaux , Winnsboro and Shreveport. We also have an office open in Pensacola, FL. We list and sell more businesses in Louisiana and Mississippi then all our competitors combined! We are a part of the international Sunbelt Business Broker organization with offices throughout the United States and the world. We are the largest, most professional organization in our industry in Louisiana and Mississippi.
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High-Growth Security Service Firm with $522K Annual Recurring Revenue
Cook County, IL
Impact Advisors has been exclusively retained to market the sale of a security service business, a licensed, security firm (non franchise) based in the Chicago metropolitan area. Founded in 2021, the...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $162,000
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Full-Service Print & Marketing Franchise – Turnkey & Scalable
Essex County, NJ
Privileged opportunity to acquire a well-established print, signage, and marketing services franchise with a multi-decade footprint and deep market trust. Operating under a respected network of nearly...
$2,999,999
Cash Flow: $973,000
Window Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning, Snow Removal in Denver Metro!
$150,000
Westminster, CO
6 FedEx Routes for Sale - Portage, MI
Portage, MI
Turnkey FedEx Pickup & Delivery (P&D) business available, offering a manageable entry point into FedEx contracting. Great stop density including contiguous zip codes throughout exclusive service area....
$435,000
Cash Flow: $132,804
8 FedEx P&D Routes - Southeastern Minnesota
Minnesota
Own a small, profitable operation with a full-time manager! › 10 Trucks › 1 Manager › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of the business. › Spare trucks available for...
$675,000
Cash Flow: $169,725
FranchiseHouseMaster
Available Nationwide
HouseMaster, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading home inspection franchise that helps customers take the guesswork out of buying a house.
$25,000
1 Bread Route - Southern North Carolina
North Carolina
Be your own boss! Great starter opportunity in the bread route space! › Weekly Revenue: $11,528 › Active Accounts: 4 › Listing Ratio: 20:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery...
$228,000
11 FedEx Routes - Southern Georgia
Georgia
Own a profitable operation with remote ownership opportunity! › 14 Trucks › 1 Manager › Value of fleet included in asking price. › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of...
$1,000,000
Cash Flow: $244,761
1 Bread Route - Western Wisconsin
Wisconsin
Own a high growth bread route in a desirable area! › Weekly Revenue: $10,249 › Active Accounts: 9 › Listing Ratio: 15:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery system, this...
$155,000
Non Emergency Medical Transport Operation - Central New York
New York
Own an NEMT business with a full fleet and office manager to assist with day-to-day operations. › 11 Trucks › Enter the non-emergency transportation industry with an established operation! › A...
$1,250,000
Cash Flow: $295,079
14 Bread Routes - Northeastern Oklahoma
Oklahoma
Be your own boss! Great starter opportunity in the bread route space! › Weekly Revenue: $13,401 › Active Accounts: 14 › Listing Ratio: 14:1 › Perfect for first-time business owners, this route offers...
$185,000
26 FedEx P&D Routes - Northern Alabama
Alabama
Own a profitable, low-mileage operation with a strong management team! › 31 Trucks › 1 Manager › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational...
$2,600,000
Cash Flow: $751,150
10 FedEx P&D Routes - Central Colorado
Colorado
Own a profitable, low-mileage operation in a great territory! › 10 Trucks › 1 Manager › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of...
$899,000
Cash Flow: $234,219
8 FedEx P&D Routes - Twin Cities
Minnesota
Own a profitable, rural operation with a full-time manager! › 11 Trucks › 1 Manager › Rural territories offer easy routes for drivers and lower than average turnover. › Full-time manager on staff to...
$700,000
Cash Flow: $260,800
High demand recession proof high profit business.
Florida
Easiest money I ever made . I love this high demand Turn key business. By duplicating my business model .Training and ongoing support provided.Great income with low overhead. Pays for itself in one...
$50,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
6
FranchiseCanine Dimensions In-home Dog Training
Available in Multiple Locations
Become a certified professional dog trainer with America's Favorite In-home Dog Training Franchise! Earn $150k and up. No need to lease commercial space. We train in the clients' homes – solving behavior problems where they're happening and giving our clients fast results. Canine Dimensions has been bringing out the good behavior in dogs since 1997.
$65,000
Buy or Sell a Service Business
Acquisitions of service business are on the rise, and it’s easy to see why. Service businesses provide niche professional support to customers and cover a wide range of industries. The benefits of owning a service business include operational flexibility, high profitability, low overhead costs, minimal inventory and supplies, and the possibility of generating multiple revenue streams. One of the primary advantages of buying an existing service business is that it comes with established credibility in the market.
For those in the market to buy or sell a service business, 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 service businesses.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
5,359 |
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Median Asking Price |
$312,338 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$525,724 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$152,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Service Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.43 |
1.50 |
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Median |
0.72 |
2.43 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.08 |
3.44 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Read the Report:
Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
Popular Service Businesses
Some of the most popular categories include:
- Appliance Repair Businesses
- Architecture and Engineering Firms
- Catering Companies
- Cleaning Businesses
- Commercial Laundry Businesses
- Dry Cleaners
- Funeral Homes
- Landscaping and Yard Service Businesses
- Laundromats and Coin Laundry Businesses
- Locksmith Businesses
- Medical Billing Businesses
- Pest Control Businesses
- Property Management Businesses
- Security Businesses
- Staffing Agencies
- Waste Management and Recycling Businesses
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a service business?
Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in the U.S. is approximately $312,338.
How much do service business owners earn?
These businesses vary in sales volume, but service business owners report median annual sales of $525,724 and annual owner earnings of $152,000. 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 range from 0.43 to 1.08, with the median at 0.72. Earnings multiples range from 1.50 to 3.44, with the median at 2.43. These values indicate that a typical service business may sell for around 0.72 times its annual revenue, and 2.43 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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