Ada County, ID
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...
Ada County, ID
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...
$445,000
Lynchburg, VA
Arnold & Bimbo Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Lynchburg, Virginia area for $170,000! Company financing with $53,000 down! Currently grossing an estimated $566,073 per year in sales and...
$170,000
Cash Flow: $93,444
Rockland County, NY
Step into a growing, turnkey business providing comprehensive tree care services to both residential and commercial clients throughout Rockland County and nearby communities. This essential home...
$450,000
EBITDA: $77,430
Ingham County, MI
Step into ownership of a well-established, market-leading lifestyle business that operates Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.—no nights or weekends required. This residential cleaning...
$220,000
Cash Flow: $93,000
Port Charlotte, FL
Profitable Pool Service Business with Vehicles – SW Florida Asking Price: $350,000 Gross Revenue: $279,600 Cash Flow: 23,300 FF&E (Included): $52,500 Inventory: Included Business Description...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $123,300
Honolulu, HI
Want guaranteed customers for every product? How about vendors that are happy for you to come get their product? This is exactly how recycling junk cars works! This recycling company always has a...
$2,749,900
Cash Flow: $153,048
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...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $250,000
Texas
3 franchised restaurants for sale (all cash deal required). Seller will need to run one restaurant (or break even until business improves) and manage the others through the great GMs on staff....
$499,000
Cash Flow: $203,742
Denver, CO
Flowers Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Centennial, Greenwood Village, and Englewood, Colorado region for $160,000! Company related financing available with an estimated $65,000 down. In...
$160,000
Cash Flow: $108,442
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Onondaga County, NY
This is a well-established dry cleaning business with good cash flow, a loyal customer base, and consistent recurring revenue. Located on on a high traffic road. This is the only dry cleaner in town...
$1,250,000
Cash Flow: $170,000
Kansas
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly recognizable, female-owned and operated vintage rental company with a loyal customer base and strong brand presence built over the last 10 years. The...
$199,000
Cash Flow: $91,000
Butler, PA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Butler County, Pennsylvania region for $103,000! Currently expected to generate $554,424 in yearly sales and net $117,634. Distributorship and territory are...
$103,000
Cash Flow: $117,634
Washington, DC
Healthy Drink & Snack Vending Machines route for sale in the Washington D.C. area for $97,200. Grossing $35,803 and nets an estimated $20,701 per year! Route includes 4 machines in 2 locations....
$97,200
Cash Flow: $20,701
$264,000
State College, PA
Orlando, FL
Fire sprinkler inspection, install and maintenance business for sale in Orlando/ Central Florida area. The business handles quarterly inspections of schools, assisted living facilities, government...
$365,000
Cash Flow: $152,913
Canton, OH
Business-to-business sales and management company with Massive National Accounts operating in the $100 billion-dollar commercial builidng maintenance industry. In business since 1961 and franchising...
$178,000
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.
League City, TX
Fibrenew Clear Lake, TX – Established Franchise Resale Opportunity Turnkey Business | Expansive Territory | Unlimited Growth Potential Are you looking for a business that offers freedom, creativity,...
$165,000
Kentucky
Own a profitable operation with a full-time manager! › 17 Trucks › 2 Managers › Rural territories offer easy routes for drivers and lower than average turnover. › Full-time manager on staff to handle...
$995,000
Cash Flow: $271,736
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
Clark County, WA
The Company is a reputable and well-established parking lot striping business with strong name recognition both locally and within the industry. The sale includes a loyal customer base, all vehicles...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $114,273
Tampa, FL
Introducing a reputable and established electrical services company serving the areas of Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, and Hernando counties. With over 15 years of experience in the industry, this...
$805,174
Cash Flow: $243,215
Orlando, FL
Great opportunity to acquire a reputable and well-established window replacement business serving residential and commercial clients in a thriving market. With an excellent track record, the company...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $103,963
Orlando, FL
Step into ownership of one of Orlando’s premier event venues – a turnkey business offering elegant ambiance, a loyal client base, and a stellar reputation in the Central Florida hospitality and events...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $98,440
Charleston, SC
Well Established Medical Staffing Agency Connecting medical staff with health care facilities across the nation since 2020...
$249,000
$1,995,000
Worcester County, MA
Texas
Own a large and very profitable Amazon business! › 35-40 Routes › 49 Trucks › 5 Managers › Efficient operation with a full time manager in place to run the daily operation. › Clean, consistent...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $1,533,397
Wisconsin
• 45+ years of industry leadership and brand recognition • Exclusive regional dealership for high-end cabinetry lines • Consistent annual revenue with strong repeat/referral business • In-house...
$499,000
Cash Flow: $211,881
Allegheny County, PA
Profitable, established 35-year home improvement business serving the Greater Pittsburgh market from excellent North Hills location. This turnkey business specializes in replacement windows, siding,...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $117,812
Fort Worth, TX
weekly cleaning swimming pool route; 65 pools...
$250,000
Columbiana, OH
ESTABLISHED COMMERCIAL CLEANING BUSINESS FOR SALE Theodore Cleaning Crew and Company LLC is a well-established commercial cleaning business operating successfully for 13 years since 2011. This...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Arkansas
Enter the bread space at a low cost! › Weekly Revenue: $12,803 › Listing Ratio: 7:1 › Own an operation with strong margins and clean financial records. › With a well-established client base and...
$88,000
Missouri
This well-established utility services company specializes in water and sewer line installation, trenching, and boring. Serving a growing regional market, the business has earned a strong reputation...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $856,338
Riverside, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the North Riverside, California region for $90,000! Currently generating $637,726 in yearly sales and nets $68,940. Distributorship and territory are purchased...
$90,000
Cash Flow: $68,940
Bridgeton, NJ
Bon Appetit Pastry Route for sale in the Glassboro, Carneys Point, Bridgeton, New Jersey area for $129,000! Currently grossing an estimated 266,757 units per year and nets $85,502! Well established...
$129,000
Cash Flow: $85,502
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
$175,000
Hamilton County, OH
Provo, UT
Turnkey Fibrenew Franchise with Flexible Lifestyle & Huge Growth Potential Are you looking for a business that offers flexibility, creativity, and the satisfaction of restoring what people love? Look...
$89,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Muskegon County, MI
Established over 40 years ago, this well-respected locksmith and security business has served residential and commercial clients throughout West Michigan with a reputation for reliability and...
$235,000
Cash Flow: $46,801
Broward County, FL
Established in 1987, this well-regarded South Florida water treatment company has a long-standing reputation for reliability and service excellence. The business covers Palm Beach, Broward, and...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $114,929
Broward County, FL
Acquire an established, family-owned property maintenance company that has been proudly serving residential and commercial clients in South Florida for over three decades. This business has built a...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $72,155
Washington County, UT
Own a Profitable E-Bike Business with Built-In Demand This is a high-margin e-bike sales, rental, and service business with two prime storefronts positioned for maximum visibility and steady foot...
$1,100,000
Cash Flow: $335,756
Newport News, VA
Best location, Dry cleaning & Pick up station in Newport News, Must see. fully equipted owner financing owner wants to retire and sales price included, delivery truck and ove $40,000 machines...
$120,000
Pinellas County, FL
Well established locksmith in the Tampa Bay area for sale. They were a premier google partner for a long time and have great online presence with amazing reviews. They have all systems in place,...
$699,000
Cash Flow: $264,609
Pinellas County, FL
Well established independent insurance agency in Pinellas County for sale. Most of what they offer are employee benefit ancillary lines & executive benefits including group disability, executive...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $335,550
Daniel Fox
Murphy Business & Financial Corporation
Serving Davidson County, TN
Murphy Business is one of the largest and most successful business brokerage firms in the country with business brokers conveniently located throughout the United States and Canada. The Nashville, Tennessee (TN) office provides beneficial connections in Nashville and surrounding areas. Choosing to partner with a national business broker provides an advantageous reach of over one hundred and fifty offices that have affiliations with National and International Business Brokerage and Merger & Acquisition associations.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Concord, NH
Family owned and operated, NRL utilizes referrals and longtime relationships with Construction Managers, General Contractors, commercial clients and residential clients for business. NRL has built its...
$2,000,000
Brevard County, FL
Highly profitable, systematized cleaning company operating in Brevard County, Florida. Established in 2019, the company specializes in recurring residential, Airbnb/short-term rental, commercial,...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $190,000
$150,000
Pittsburgh, PA
Austin, TX
This is a well-established floral and event design studio based in Austin, Texas, with a strong regional presence and a growing reputation for customized, high-impact event aesthetics. Founded in...
$1,990,000
Cash Flow: $599,656
Cleveland, OH
This long-established home care franchise has been serving the Greater Cleveland area for over two decades, providing non-medical, in-home support to seniors and adults with disabilities. The business...
$630,000
Cash Flow: $193,781
Orange County, NC
Established in 1998, this franchise company provides a range of specialized cleaning services including carpet, upholstery, rug, wood, and tile/stone cleaning, as well as marble polishing and stain...
$195,000
Cash Flow: $60,457
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Ellis County, TX
This 6-year-old business, based south of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, serves as an event venue and photography studio space. On-site freelance photographers and videographers provide individual...
$900,000
Cash Flow: $140,000
Charleston, SC
Discover a unique investment opportunity in a well-established civil engineering firm located in Charleston, South Carolina. It has a diverse portfolio spanning real estate development,...
$299,999
Cash Flow: $180,000
Calvert County, MD
SBA Pre-Qualified! A rare opportunity to purchase two national Budget Blinds franchise territories in Southern Maryland - without all of the initial startup costs and concerns. The 2024 revenues...
$395,000
Cash Flow: $233,594
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
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
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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