Marion County, FL
Solid performer in Marion County! Solid rates, well serviced pools and smartly routed. Three easy days per week and billing over $7,500 - this route is ready to keep growing! Own your own...
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Industry Info
Ocala Pool Service Route for Sale
$92,600
Cash Flow: $95,550
Arnold & Bimbo Bread Route, South San Antonio, TX
San Antonio, TX
Arnold & Bimbo Bread Route distributorship for sale in the South San Antonio, Texas area for $170,000! Company financing available with $15,500 down! Currently grossing an estimated $506,532 per year...
$170,000
Cash Flow: $71,165
Glen Rose Pool Service Route for Sale
Bosque County, TX
Come and build an empire fast due to way more demand than supply for good pool companies in this area. Recurring, Reliable Revenue. Friendly and consistent customers. Free Riptide and Hammerhead...
$117,600
Cash Flow: $124,000
22 FedEx P&D Routes - Western New York
New York
Own a profitable, low-mileage operation with a strong management team! › 2 Managers › 27 Trucks › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Two full-time managers on staff to handle the daily...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $358,391
Asian Fusion Resaurant for Sale! Fully Equipped!
Phoenix, AZ
This Asian Fusion Restaurant for Sale is a fully equipped, turn-key restaurant opportunity you don't want to miss. This established concept already draws a loyal lunch and dinner crowd and comes...
$75,000
Express Employment Professionals in Pasco-Hernando, FL
Port Richey, FL
***Inquire for financial performance*** Open since 2006, the Pasco-Hernando, FL Express Employment Professionals staffing agency has built a commanding presence in an area experiencing rapid...
2
$59,999
High Growth Tax Resolution Company
New York
Unique acquisition opportunity in the fast-growing tax settlement and resolution services sector. The Company provides specialized solutions to individuals and businesses facing significant tax...
$9,500,000
Cash Flow: $2,813,000
Fort Myers Beach Pool Service Route for Sale
Lee County, FL
**30% OWNER FNIANCING ON THIS BEACH ROUTE** These great priced accounts are just the start! Majority of accounts are well priced vacation rentals with solid relationships which can be grown multiple...
$50,725
Cash Flow: $53,000
Enviro Master Franchise: commercial cleaning; large territory size
Redmond, WA
Enviro-Master Services of Seattle is a rare chance to own a multi-territory franchise resale with one of the most recognized names in the commercial cleaning and hygiene industry. This protected...
$370,000
Cash Flow: $160,000
Turnkey Luxury Kids’ Sleepover Party Business – Chicago
Cook County, IL
This established Chicago-based event service specializes in luxury themed sleepover experiences for children, offering parents a unique, hassle-free way to create unforgettable celebrations. Launched...
$150,000
FranchiseExpress Employment Professionals
Available in Multiple Locations
$5.7M*AUV for offices open more than two years. A recession-resilient franchise with 8 – 5 hours and world-class training, that doesn’t require prior staffing experience.
$200,000
See More FranchisesCrawfish & Seafood Restaurant
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Louisiana
Benchmark Business Brokers presents a Crawfish, Steak and Seafood restaurant that has stood the test of time. Founded 27 years ago the original owner is retiring. Although this restaurant offers...
$2,300,000
Cash Flow: $368,815
Small Neighborhood Laundromat & Property
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Milwaukee, WI
We are looking for genuine secondary offers that can close on an offer near $300,000 before the end 2025. This is a great opportunity for someone that is looking to get into the laundromat business....
6
$325,000
Cash Flow: $63,814
B2B, Print, Promotional & Marketing Business - Unique Opportunity
$675,000
Palm Beach County, FL
Full-Service Pest & Rodent Control Business
Myrtle Beach, OH
Own a well-established pest control company serving both residential and commercial clients. This home-based operation offers multiple income streams—specialty pest services, rodent management, and...
$156,900
Cash Flow: $250,331
Established Appliance Repair Franchise for Sale
Oklahoma County, OK
Appliance repair franchise specializing in repairing home and commercial appliances, delivering prompt and courteous service regardless of warranty status. Their team comprises skilled and certified...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $39,994
Conrad and Carrie Topacio
Vantage Commercial Partners
Serving King County, WA
Vantage Commercial Partners, Carrie and Conrad Topacio, are a full-service Commercial Real Estate team with extensive experience in Business Acquisitions, Sales, Commercial Property Investments, Leasing, working with EB2 and EB5 Visas. Our philosophy is to go above and beyond the expectations of clients by providing a variety of unique services from transaction negotiation, landlord lease negotiations, business appraisals, helping secure a lender, help with attaining licenses and permits, interfacing with the liquor control board or the gambling commission. Carrie and Conrad have over twenty years of experience of working together. Their goal is to make you feel comfortable and to make your dreams a reality.
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Deep Sea Fishing Charter Business
Key West, FL
For Sale: Turnkey Deep Sea Fishing Charter Business in Key West, FL – Sea Clusion Own a piece of paradise and step into a fully operational, highly rated deep-sea fishing charter business based in...
6
$150,000
Cash Flow: $25,000
Modern Workspace Franchise | Premium Amenities | Strategic Location
Kings County, NY
This modern workspace business presents a unique opportunity featuring a newly constructed 9,000 sq ft facility. Established in 2023 with careful attention to contemporary workplace demands, this...
2
$200,000
Cash Flow: $25,000
Rare Kona Ice Franchise Opportunity in Tampa Bay Area
Pinellas County, FL
Well established franchise since 2010 with 4 protected territories, 4 Kona Ice mobile trucks and 1 ancillary Kona Entertainment Vehicle (KET). This is a turn-key operation with repeatable book of...
$625,000
Cash Flowing Established Window Cleaning Business
Jefferson County, KY
Are you ready to step into a profitable and thriving business? This is a turnkey opportunity to acquire a well-established window cleaning, gutter cleaning, and pressure washing business with a strong...
3
$320,000
Jacksonville Beach Pool Service Route for Sale
Duval County, FL
Don’t miss picking up this beachside route in Duval County! Solid rates, good payers and well serviced pools. This route includes equipped truck. Current technician can also stay to service part of...
$234,600
Cash Flow: $144,200
Franchise1-800 WATER DAMAGE
Available in Multiple Locations
Restoring What Matters Most™ - Full-Service Property Restoration
$100,000
See More FranchisesMid-America Contract Caterer - Serving 4 Profitable Markets
Missouri
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, full-service catering company with a 20+ year operating history and strong brand recognition in a major metropolitan market. The business...
$2,000,000
Cash Flow: $495,000
Substantial BRB company with over $1.7 million in revenue
Vermont
This owner operated commercial printer has been serving the needs of its clients for over 30 years. A turn-key operation, the business has a strong, loyal customer base in a close-knit community. With...
$730,000
Cash Flow: $292,000
B2B Print, Promo & Marketing Business - 75% Owner Financing Available
$199,000
Tallahassee, FL
Business for Sale
This is a business for sale...
$500,000
Sienna Pool Service Route for Sale
Harris County, TX
Nice, established route in the Sienna, Sugarland, Riverstone, Richmond, Pearland Manvel area. Seller charges extra for filter cleans. Approximately: 5% have auto cleaners; __% have salt systems and...
$36,600
Cash Flow: $38,500
Facility Services Franchise – $1M Revenue in Trenton, NJ
Trenton, NJ
Facility Services Franchise – $1M Revenue in Trenton, NJ A rare opportunity to step into an established B2B facility services franchise territory in the Trenton, NJ market. Over $1,000,000 in existing...
$350,000
Cleaners & Tailors Business For Sale With Loyal Clientele
Bedford Hills, NY
An excellent opportunity to own a well-established cleaning and tailoring business in the heart of Bedford Hills, NY. Perfectly situated in a beautiful and convenient location, this business has been...
6
$100,000
Fast Growing Artificial Turf Franchise – Rare Tampa/Sarasota Territory
Tampa, FL
Overview of the Opportunity This is a unique chance to acquire a premier artificial turf business in the high-demand Tampa/Sarasota market. The artificial turf industry is expanding rapidly as...
$118,000
Earn over $72,000 Profitable Restaurant for Sale Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO
Attention restaurateurs! An exciting opportunity awaits you in Colorado Springs with this thriving Colorado Restaurant for Sale. This independent concept, established in 2019, has been a local success...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $72,473
Established, Profitable, Scaleable Electrical Company for Sale!
Duncanville, TX
Founded in 1981, this highly reputable electrical contractor company installs, maintains, and repairs electrical systems for the commercial and residential sectors. This company is 78% commercial and...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $367,822
FranchiseWindow World
Available Nationwide
Join Window World, the industry leader in custom exterior home improvement products. Our customers appreciate our great service and fantastic prices. Our franchise owners value our family culture and the ability to make a great living helping people. Find out how a Window World franchise opportunity can help you achieve more than you ever thought possible.
$250,000
See More FranchisesMission's Tortilla Route, Jacksonville, NC
Jacksonville, NC
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Jacksonville, North Carolina region for $115,000! Currently generating $582,593 in yearly sales and nets $85,971. Distributorship and territory are purchased...
$115,000
Cash Flow: $85,971
Established Central Minnesota Dry Cleaner
Minnesota
Well-established dry cleaner with nearly 60 years of community presence. Spacious 6,500 sq. ft. facility in a high-traffic location with lease and flexible landlord. Turn-key operation with...
$190,000
Cash Flow: $73,549
NEW PRICE: Additional- 3 Retail Marijuana Retail Stores
$4,000,000
Seattle, WA
Award-Winning 3D Animation Studio. $850k Revenue & $345k of Cash Flow
Minnesota
Highly regarded 3D animation studio for sale in the Twin Cities metro area. With over 25 years of experience, this company delivers high-end, photorealistic animation and product rendering services....
$1,250,000
Cash Flow: $345,393
The Realty TX Laundromat Washateria | Southeast Houston TX
Houston, TX
Near Almeda exit in South45. Clean, Well-maintained 4,000 SF washateria with customer amenities including WIFI and vending machines. Strategically located in Southeast Houston with a 15-year lease,...
$369,000
EBITDA: $102,301
FranchiseLawn Pride
Available Nationwide
Lawn Pride, a Neighborly company, is a rapidly growing lawn care services franchise. With us, your path to business ownership can experience greener pastures!
$50,000
See More FranchisesAccredited Coaching & Consulting Platform – Scalable, Mission-Driven
This mission-driven coaching and consulting platform offers CPD-accredited programs for SME-focused business coaches, tapping into the rapidly growing demand for culture-driven transformation in small...
$225,000
Cash Flow: $104,000
Premier Outdoor Lighting Franchise in Marietta, GA | Turnkey Business
Marietta, GA
Own a thriving outdoor lighting business right in the heart of Marietta—one of Metro Atlanta’s most desirable and fastest-growing markets. This premier franchise specializes in residential,...
3
$390,000
Flooring & General Contractor
Providence County, RI
Established for over 69 years. Owner looking to retire, Full staff in place, Turn key operation. Real estate available for sale....
$250,000
Cash Flow: $132,557
Small Business Consulting Firm & Partnership
State College, PA
The Opportunity is to run your own Consulting and Advising business that focuses on small and medium size businesses. We have found this to be an under-utilized segment in the market. It is very...
$25,000
Cash Flow: $87,000
Profitable Cleaning Business, Jersey City + One NEW NJ Territory
Jersey City, NJ
Don’t miss this rare chance to step into a thriving, high-demand cleaning business with a top-tier brand reputation and built-in infrastructure. The owner/franchisor is refocusing on Hoboken and...
5
$500,000
EBITDA: $120,000
Jim Shaub
TN Business Brokers Group, LLC
Serving Davidson County, TN
Business Sales, Mergers & Acquisitions in the Southeast USA Commercial Real Estate Services We are affiliated with the largest full-service intermediary firm in multiple mid-south states, offering exit strategies to privately held business owners. From Main Street sales and mid-market transactions, to high-level mergers and acquisitions, we employ decades of collective experience in corporate practice and as brokers, and we observe the highest professional standards in our industry. Our buyers are sourced across the entire U.S.A. and include individual buyers, strategic buyers, investors and a variety of Private Equity Groups. Additionally, we focus on process and this consistent process together with a high level of confidentiality and professionalism is what draws the best privately owned business owners and executives to choose us to represent this most important decision in their lives. We are skilled and experienced in handling all types of industries including manufacturing, medical, healthcare, eCommerce, retail, restaurants, transportation, publishing, construction, engineering, financial services, sales and others.
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Snyder’s-Lance Route For Sale Charlotte NC-$349,000
Matthews, NC
Snyder’s-Lance Route For Sale Charlotte NC-$349,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #SnydersLance #SnydersPretzels #KettleChips #CapeCodChips #LateJuly...
2
$349,000
Cash Flow: $105,539
**SALE PENDING** Mission Foods Route For Sale Charlotte NC $80,000
Charlotte, NC
Mission Foods Route For Sale Charlotte NC $80,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$80,000
Cash Flow: $92,677
Math Tutoring Service with Excellent Reputation and Staff
$2,600,000
King County, WA
Organic Dry Cleaner in Chester County!
Chester County, PA
Organic Dry Cleaner in Chester County! The plant has all state of the art equipment and has been equipped to be able to handle high volumes of dry cleaning. The surrounding area of the dry cleaner is...
$700,000
Cash Flow: $299,333
65-Year-Old Commercial Cleaning Business for Sale
Tuscaloosa County, AL
65-year legacy of stability, quality, and client loyalty Recurring revenue from existing clients Seasoned management bench and highly trained technicians Owner/GM committed to stay on for transition...
$801,800
Cash Flow: $255,661
FranchiseLoyalty Business Brokers
Available in Multiple Locations
Want to be the best of the best? Joining Loyalty Business Brokers gives you the advantage over all the rest. Our Business Is Selling Your Business!
$50,000
See More FranchisesElectrical Contracting\ Service (38 years in Business)
Tarpon Springs, FL
Established Electrical Contracting and Service Business - 38 Years of Excellence This well-established electrical contracting company has served the Tarpon Springs, FL market for 38 years since 1987,...
6
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $422,000
Commercial lawn & landscaping
Volusia County, FL
Lawn & Landscape maintenance servicing commercial properties 23 Contracted accounts. Easy to run, profitable, recurring monthly service grosses 30k every month with additional 5k-10k in extra work and...
2
$290,000
Cash Flow: $101,000
13 FedEx P&D Routes for Sale-SW Kentucky (2.0 Express Integrated)
Mccracken County, KY
Nice set of 13 routes in desirable area: -Trucks included in the purchase price -Experienced management team in place -New development going up in service area -SBA financing available to qualified...
$900,000
Cash Flow: $305,976
Established, Operating Semi-Absentee Salon Suite Franchise Resale
Fayetteville, GA
An incredible opportunity to own a top-rated franchise in the Salon Suite space. This is the MOST ABSENTEE and PASSIVE business around. You are truly a landlord, without owning property. The business...
$700,000
Cash Flow: $181,184
Profits & Purpose: Senior Services Biz with Room to Grow
Palm Springs, CA
This is the only certified and provider of full-service senior relocation, downsizing, and estate sales across Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage, and all nine Desert Cities. With a strong local...
2
$99,000
Cash Flow: $35,379
Custom, Mobile Outdoor Lighting Business
Nashville, NC
This specialized service business operates in a sought-after niche that blends design, technology, and outdoor living, providing custom exterior lighting for residential and commercial...
$184,900
Cash Flow: $180,325
Aircraft Cleaning & Protection Business, Niche Market
Memphis, TN
Specializing in high-end aircraft cleaning and detailing, this business serves private, corporate, and commercial aviation clients. With a strong reputation for quality service and attention to...
$398,900
Cash Flow: $418,320
High-Demand Exterior Lighting Business
San Antonio, LA
Low overhead. No retail space. Project-based. This outdoor lighting business delivers high-margin services to homes and businesses looking to elevate their exterior spaces. Lighting isn’t just...
$194,900
Cash Flow: $178,446
Tent&Party Rental
Middlesex County, NJ
Well established and profitable Tent & party rental business for sale. The company provides customers with clean quality Party Rental products and personalized service. They offer frame tents, pole...
5
$275,000
FranchiseServiceMaster Restore
Available in Multiple Locations
Join a leading disaster restoration franchise with high franchise earnings upwards of $2.49M in average gross sales and over 65+ years of experience in the industry.
$150,000
See More FranchisesBuy 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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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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