Louisville, KY
The company is a full-service landscape architecture and design-build firm providing a complete suite of outdoor solutions. The firm was established by an entrepreneur with nearly two decades of prior...
Louisville, KY
The company is a full-service landscape architecture and design-build firm providing a complete suite of outdoor solutions. The firm was established by an entrepreneur with nearly two decades of prior...
$1,700,000
Cash Flow: $503,938
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Boca Raton, FL
Looking to remain in the restaurant industry, but tired of the hours. The We Sell Restaurant Franchise restaurant brokerage business offers you work-life balance, no employees or costly overhead. Set...
$75,000
Alabama
Reputable Home Service Business with Experienced Team & Strong Brand Presence This well established Alabama based commercial remodeler and home repair contractor has nearly 50 years of proven success....
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $986,993
Minnesota
Long-standing specialty heating products retailer and service provider located in Northern Minnesota. No special licenses needed. Founded in 1997, the business specializes in sales and installation...
$355,000
Cash Flow: $164,317
York County, PA
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a well-established Business Services Center franchise located in a high-traffic shopping center in South Central Pennsylvania. With nearly two decades of...
$265,000
Minnesota
This well-respected funeral home has been serving families in Northern Minnesota for over a century. With a trusted reputation, it provides complete funeral services including traditional services,...
$420,000
Cash Flow: $236,238
St. Petersburg, FL
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a well-established, turnkey pack and ship business in the heart of St. Petersburg, Florida—a fast-growing, business-friendly city with high year-round...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Maricopa County, AZ
Specializing in Construction Site Cleanup, Farm-Dairy Waste Removal, Fertilizer Distribution & Rodeo Arena Prep 24.51 ACRES--REAL ESTATE MUST BE LEASED OR PURCHASED WITH SALE!!! (ADDITIONAL COST)...
$4,900,000
Cash Flow: $1,221,116
Fremont, OH
***Inquire for financial performance information*** Step into a staffing agency with a strong foothold in Fremont, Ohio—a community known for its robust manufacturing base and growing demand for...
$50,000
Syracuse, NY
***Inquire for financial performance information*** Step into a turnkey opportunity with one of the top staffing franchises in the U.S. The Express Employment Professionals office in Syracuse, NY is...
$157,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Let's Talk Trash: $661,800 AUV*
$100,000
See More FranchisesAustin, TX
This event security and staffing business recruits a large database of security and safety contractors that allow them to deploy up to 250 personnel for a diverse range of events, from intimate...
$1,400,000
Cash Flow: $378,000
Bend, OR
Asking Price: $210,000 Gross Revenue (last 12 Months): $195,316 Cash Flow: Refer to P&L FF&E (Included): $47,985 Inventory (Included): $18,000 Employees: 1 FT Admin, 1 PT Field Operations Manager, 1...
$210,000
$1,795,000
Ohio
Midland, 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...
$800,000
Contra Costa County, CA
This highly successful salon has been in business for 28 years in a busy but safe shopping center. Located next to big-box stores with great foot traffic in a thriving strip-mall. The business has...
$180,000
EBITDA: $75,000
Vasilis Georgiou, CM&AA, M&AMI, CBI, CBB, MBA
CrossRoads Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
CrossRoads is a full service mergers and acquisitions firm that focuses on providing exceptional service to Buyers and Sellers of small to medium-sized businesses in a variety of industries. Our services are delivered with the maximum in confidentiality, professionalism, and integrity. CrossRoads is extremely effective and results oriented, leveraging a database of qualified Financial and Strategic Buyers and a confidential national collaborative network of Business Intermediaries. We serve the needs of potential Buyers and Sellers discretely and professionally with one mission in mind: To add exceptional value to a seamless process of business transfer. We differentiate ourselves by taking an advisory approach to the needs of Sellers and Buyers. We have the experience and expertise to value and present your business in the best manner possible, or assist you in identifying a business that fits your criteria and personal preferences. Sellers benefit from our professional approach in packaging, presenting, and promoting their business, and from a vast database of registered qualified Buyers including entrepreneurs, investors, professionals and corporations. Buyers benefit from our guidance through the, sometimes uncertain, road to business ownership, and from all the resources we bring to bear that they can leverage to make that transition smoother. Professional Affiliations M & A Source – Organization supporting mid-market Mergers and Acquisitions Intermediaries International Business Brokers Association – Education and professional standards California Association of Business Brokers – Education and professional standards Alliance of M&A Advisors Ellermeyer Connect – Executive Career Transition Networking Resources HCBizMarketplace BizBuySell Bizquest Mergerplace International Business Brokers Association California Association of Business Brokers M & A Source Bizben – California Businesses for Sale Sellerworks Businessesforsale BusinessBroker Globalbx
Tallahassee, FL
Ever dreamed of running the go-to shop where truck owners come to gear up, customize, and protect their rigs? Newly priced at $199,000, this thriving truck and 4x4 upfitting business delivers $93K in...
$199,000
Cash Flow: $93,511
Chester County, PA
Completely Turnkey Business Center for all your Business, Personal & Office Needs. Offers Copying, Laminating, Printing, Binding & Finishing Plus Mailbox Center. Utilizies All Major Shipping Services....
$150,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Lancaster, PA
Seller is ready to Retire!! This is your chance to own a Full Service Optical Care Business with Retail Prescription Eye Glass Sales. Located in Lancaster in high traffic area. Includes Assets,...
$120,000
Cash Flow: $141,000
Nashville, TN
We sell the wow factor! Locally owned flooring business that sells all types of flooring from hardwood to tile to carpet... All through our mobile showroom. No retail location required. As part of a...
$220,000
Cash Flow: $170,000
Clearfield County, PA
This UPS store offers Various Customer Services. Equipment Included in Very Good Condition. 4 Full-time Experienced Employees. Located in 1,600 sq ft space In High Traffic Shopping Center with...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $90,000
Available in Multiple Locations
As a HorsePower Brands company, be a hero in your community with essential eco-friendly lawn care, multiple service lines, and recurring revenue.
$60,000
See More FranchisesOrange County, FL
Profitable Roofing & Solar Company with Strong Brand, Staff, and Growth Potential This established roofing and solar company has quickly become a trusted name in Florida’s high-demand market. Sales...
$9,450,000
Southington, CT
Established in 1995, Ragozzino's Deli is a long-standing local favorite with a loyal customer base and strong brand recognition. Located at 245 Summer Street, this turn-key deli operation generated...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $85,613
$1,700,000
South Carolina
College Station, TX
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, Veteran-Owned CertaPro Painters® franchise with more than 10 years in business. With the right owner in place, this location is positioned for...
$135,000
Savoy, IL
This long-standing staffing and recruiting business has built a reputation for reliability, quality placements, and strong local relationships. With over $2.25M in revenue and $146K in cash flow over...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $146,921
Los Angeles County, CA
All routes are in desirable areas. Very loyal customers with great payment histories. Excellent starter route with room for growth. All routes are in great areas. Very loyal customers with great...
$79,200
Cash Flow: $86,000
Clearfield County, PA
A family-run business that has been in operation since 1959. They are a premier lawn and garden supply store. They offer all types of animal feed and farm supplies and Agway products. They are a...
$265,000
Cash Flow: $89,000
Manatee County, FL
Own a Well-Established Residential Cleaning Business in Southwest Central, FL Step into the driver’s seat of a trusted, well-loved residential cleaning company with deep roots in the community....
$195,000
EBITDA: $43,000
Kitsap County, WA
Established Marine Cleaning Service - 41 Years of Success This unique proprietary sail and canvas cleaning business represents an exceptional opportunity in the marine services industry. Operating...
$85,000
Bend, OR
SBA Pre-Qualified! An exceptional opportunity to purchase a turn-key The UPS Store franchise in Bend Oregon - without all of the initial startup costs and concerns. The 2025 year-to-date through June...
$595,000
Cash Flow: $158,915
Available in Multiple Locations
Enjoy an Average Territory Gross Revenue of $717,860 and invest in a multi-stream business.
$75,000
See More FranchisesREAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Kane County, IL
Picture yourself walking into your own established real estate franchise - one that's been a trusted name in the community for 40 years. This isn't just any business opportunity; you're getting both a...
$625,000
Cash Flow: $57,000
Howell County, MO
Flowers Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Howell County, Missouri region for $80,000! Company related financing available with an estimated $14,000 down. In addition, a 10% cash reserve of...
$80,000
Cash Flow: $73,736
$400,000
Houston, TX
Dingmans Ferry, PA
ESTABLISHED HOME-BASED CLEANING SERVICE - DINGMANS FERRY, PA Turn-key residential cleaning business established in 2016 with a loyal customer base and strong cash flow. This part-time operation...
$40,000
Cash Flow: $89,460
Beaver County, PA
Turn key, easy to run with one employee or owner/operator very profitable with little competition and the opportunity to grow it larger....
$275,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Top Rail Fence is the fastest-growing fencing franchise in the United States. Top Rail is a fence provider for residential consumers and businesses.
$50,000
See More FranchisesMiami, FL
This extremely profitable security guard company, established in 2001, is now available for sale due to the owner’s retirement. The business has built a strong presence in South Florida, with a focus...
$650,000
Cash Flow: $161,081
King County, WA
30 years. With nearly 500 recurring customers and a reliable team of 9 full-time employees, it generates consistent revenue and strong cash flow year after year. The business operates from a...
$595,000
Cash Flow: $224,010
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
New Jersey
Commercial property with water views for sale in South Jersey. The site includes 8 acres total, with an 11,550 sq. ft. bar/restaurant and large parking lot on 4 acres, plus a formerly preapproved...
$6,000,000
Cash Flow: $592,019
Boca Raton, FL
If you’ve been looking for a business that is both meaningful and profitable, this childproofing company is an exceptional opportunity. With years of experience, a strong reputation, and a loyal base...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $90,594
Kansas
1. Proven legacy and stable opportunity With decades of trusted service, this glazing contractor has earned a reputation as a reliable partner among GCs, institutional clients, and military...
$1,050,000
Cash Flow: $352,024
Donn Meyerhoeffer
Cottonwood Commercial
Serving Harrisonburg County, VA
Cottonwood Commercial stands alone as western Virginia's largest and most comprehensive commercial real estate resource. We have grown to become the market leader because we have remained focused on client-centered commercial and investment real estate services. Our client's success has always been our top priority, and we continue to build value for our customers by approaching our work with integrity, knowledge, and insight. In addition to normally expected Commercial Real Estate services, we also offer Commercial Property Management, On-line Auctions, and Business Brokerage for our customers. We know that we cannot be successful unless our clients are also successful. Our goal is to build value for our customers by approaching our work with integrity, knowledge and original ideas. The diverse set of backgrounds, previous work experience, areas of focus and perspectives from the staff of realtors and brokers associated with Cottonwood Commercial enable us to provide commercial real estate services across the full spectrum of needs facing our clients. Cottonwood Commercial is involved in the majority of the commercial real estate and business transactions within both the Harrisonburg / Rockingham County and Staunton / Waynesboro / Augusta County multiple listing services. Currently, we are the largest commercial Real Estate firm between Roanoke and Winchester, serving clients in transactions throughout Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Wisconsin
Lake Country Advisors is proud to present an outstanding investment opportunity in a well-established and profitable niche company. This longstanding recycling and materials recovery company serves...
$3,250,000
Cash Flow: $57,000
Murfreesboro, TN
Our franchise system offers a dynamic opportunity for results-driven entrepreneurs to experience the exponential growth and wealth within the home improvement industry. Combine the explosive market...
$475,000
Cash Flow: $130,000
$2,600,000
New Hampshire
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Our franchise system offers a dynamic opportunity for results-driven entrepreneurs to experience the exponential growth and wealth within the home improvement industry. Combine the explosive market...
$480,000
EBITDA: $250,000
Hamilton County, OH
It's no secret that laundromats are one of the best boring businesses to own. This is a turnkey, cash-flowing business ready for a new owner. With three long-time staff already in place, this has the...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Explore a lucrative investment opportunity and discover the premier residential cleaning franchise investment. Our franchise owners achieve an average of $2.4* million through our distinctive business model, featuring diverse revenue streams and cutting-edge technology, all while fostering positive impact on those we support.
$50,000
See More FranchisesREAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Wisconsin
For more information, please click the link under "business website" to e-sign the Non-Disclosure Agreement. An exceptional opportunity to acquire one of Wisconsin’s most respected and visually...
$3,900,000
Cash Flow: $298,500
Orange County, NY
Now available for purchase is this acclaimed, fully operational, turn-key restaurant, bar and catering business located just 45 minutes from New York City in the heart of the Hudson Valley. Set on...
$795,000
White Oak, TX
Ductz of Tyler and Longview - Premier Duct Cleaning and HVAC Restoration Business Established franchise opportunity in the specialized duct cleaning and HVAC restoration industry, serving Gregg...
$140,000
Orlando, FL
For years this company has been taking good care of it's customers' yard services going back to 2008; Very stable book of business billing over $11,000 fixed monthly fees plus extras; Seller says is...
$185,000
Cash Flow: $76,248
Cleveland, OH
Thriving siding renovation business for sale! Work from home with just an iPad, laser tools, and cutting-edge software. No heavy equipment, low overhead costs, and high profits. Manage a skilled crew...
$123,900
Cash Flow: $264,916
Wisconsin
This premier caterer, with many attractive and diverse attributes, including a large hall, event garden, mobility services, and an on-site bakery, would be an excellent acquisition for any buyer. The...
$499,000
Cash Flow: $257,000
Dallas, TX
Take control of a high-demand home services business offering window cleaning, power washing, and related exterior care. With a protected territory and multiple revenue streams, this operation is...
$147,900
Cash Flow: $134,250
Dallas County, TX
This company provides specialized support services to the trucking industry, helping carriers and owner-operators streamline operations, reduce administrative burden, and improve compliance. **Note...
$1,350,000
Cash Flow: $454,044
Ann Arbor, MI
Own a piece of the world’s best-known business brokerage franchise brand in one of Michigan’s most dynamic markets: University town / Washtenaw County. Established in 2023, this franchise office...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Invest in the fastest-growing and (best in category) mosquito control franchise in the U.S. with low investment, proprietary products, and industry leading customer retention.
$150,000
See More FranchisesAcquisitions 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
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
5,359 |
Median Asking Price |
$312,338 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$525,724 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$152,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Service Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.43 |
1.50 |
Median |
0.72 |
2.43 |
Upper Quartile |
1.08 |
3.44 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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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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