Naples, FL
Well established Pool Route in Beautiful Sunny Naples, Florida. This is the opportunity of a lifetime. I am a Naples local. My reputation is stellar. I have built this business from scratch. This is...
Naples, FL
Well established Pool Route in Beautiful Sunny Naples, Florida. This is the opportunity of a lifetime. I am a Naples local. My reputation is stellar. I have built this business from scratch. This is...
$55,999
Cash Flow: $54,000
San Antonio, TX
Pro Asset Advisors is proud to represent this SBA pre-qualified commercial & residential window tinting company based in New Braunfels, TX. This business was founded in 2009 and specializes in...
$1,070,000
Cash Flow: $357,645
Pittsburgh, PA
Unique opportunity to acquire a high-performing specialty restoration & remediation business with a strong local reputation and loyal referral network. This purpose-driven operation generated $598,099...
$985,000
Cash Flow: $335,589
Morris County, NJ
Established landscape and masonry company serving Northern New Jersey. Offers custom outdoor living spaces, hardscaping, lighting, and more. Strong reputation, skilled crew, and steady client base....
$1,100,000
Cash Flow: $383,064
Garland, TX
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Dallas, Garland, Texas region for $115,000! Currently generating $655,148 in yearly sales and nets $94,563. Distributorship and territory are purchased through...
$115,000
Cash Flow: $94,563
Pittsburgh, PA
This full service home improvement/remodeling business was established in 1972 and focuses on (but is not limited to) kitchen and bath remodeling services. This brand offers a time tested business...
$450,000
Richland County, WI
Immediate ROI - A Profitable Portable Unit Enterprise with No Competition Over $570,650 in Equipment and Supplies Included! Step into ownership of a highly successful, portable business with 48% cash...
$1,600,000
Cash Flow: $308,234
Tarrant County, TX
Turn-key operation featuring 22 profitable FedEx Ground Pickup and Delivery routes in the Fort Worth area. Business includes 29 well-maintained trucks (debt-free) and an experienced management team...
$2,850,000
Cash Flow: $668,946
Salt Lake City, UT
Established nearly two decades ago, this roll-off dumpster business has become a respected and recognized name in Utah’s waste management industry. With long-standing customer relationships — some...
$1,475,000
Cash Flow: $230,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Boise, ID
Double Tapp Range (DTR)-Premier Members-Only Firearms Training Facility + Residence Located just 17 miles east of Boise, a quick 2-minute drive off Interstate 84 and only 15 minutes from Boise...
$3,950,000
Cash Flow: $171,328
Colorado
Founded in 1972, this business has thrived for over a half a century in the Western Region of Colorado The business sells, installs, and maintains irrigation systems as well as providing landscaping...
$799,000
Cash Flow: $235,000
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
British Columbia
Note: The Certificate of Practice needs to be held by a Registered Architect. Offering a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established architecture and planning firm located near the lower mainland...
$1,250,000
Cash Flow: $753,000
$264,000
State College, PA
Fairhope, AL
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Fairhope, Alabama region for $182,000! Currently generating $626,842 in yearly sales and nets $115,752. Distributorship and territory are purchased through the...
$182,000
Cash Flow: $115,752
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
Dan Duffin
Fusion Business Brokers
Serving St. Louis County, MO
Fusion Business Brokers utilizes a fully integrated process that helps our clients fully understand all of their business sale or purchase options. Our approach starts with a totally confidential and in-depth planning session so that our clients are fully prepared to make the best decision regarding a sale or acquisition. We work with businesses across all industry sectors, and of any size. Most of all, we understand that it is critical that your transaction be handled by experts. Fusion Business Brokers is comprised of the most experienced and successful business brokers in the St. Louis market. With an aggregate of nearly half a century of brokering in the area we are in a position to know the safest and most effective methods to buy or sell a business. Our brokers have an unparalleled track record of success which can mean a better chance of helping you achieve your goals. We are happy to answer any questions about these activities including pricing and valuation issues, exit strategies, business financing or any other subjects related to the purchase or sale of a business. We encourage you to visit the many informative areas of this website. Don’t hesitate to call us today.
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
Bedford, TX
This B2B company is a full service office equipment dealer. They sell and service a wide range of brand name postage meters, inserters, folders, printers and related equipment including supplies and...
$325,000
Cash Flow: $32,666
Hamilton County, OH
This is a unique opportunity to acquire a long-standing custom printing studio known for its quality craftsmanship and strong community presence. Specializing in custom apparel, promotional products,...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $90,000
Bend, OR
We sell most major brands of archery equipment. Hoyt, Mathews, Bowtech, Elite, Bear, and PSE. We sell arrows from Easton, Victory and Gold Tip. We sell targets from 365,Morrell, Big Shot, and...
$400,000
Columbus, OH
Are you looking for a turnkey service business with a loyal client base and room to grow? This well-established pet waste removal company,operating since 2013, is now available for sale. Serving the...
$259,900
Cash Flow: $71,328
Westerville, OH
This business, established in 1985, is a reputable tree service company based in Columbus, Ohio. The company offers a comprehensive range of services, including tree removal, tree trimming, shrub...
$229,900
Cash Flow: $78,126
Warren County, NJ
Owner operated home remodeling business that is very profitable and very well run. Impeccable reputation for home remodeling work the business performs. Owner runs it SEMI ABSENTEE! he needs to sell...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $197,770
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Colorado
The Buyer will be purchasing two synergistic business entities along with the land and facilities for each. The Real Estate holds special permitting granted by the State of Colorado. One business is...
$3,069,350
$1,995,000
Worcester County, MA
Tuscaloosa, AL
This The UPS Store is located in one of the most desired areas of Alabama. Tuscaloosa is a rare market to OWN with one of the most respected Brands in the United States. UPS is one of the most...
$419,000
Cash Flow: $107,762
Ocala, FL
Flowers Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Silver Springs, Fort Mccoy, Anthony, Ocala, and Salt Springs, Florida region for $140,000! Company related financing available with an estimated...
$140,000
Cash Flow: $101,962
Middletown, PA
Tastykake Route For Sale-Middletown PA-$200,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #RouteForSale #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #BeYourOwnBoss #CakeRoute #SnackRoute #Tastykake...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $90,530
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...
$199,000
St Tammany County, LA
Squeegee Squad is a cleaning and maintenance franchise that offers window cleaning, pressure washing, chandelier cleaning, and more. Customers include homeowners, businesses, builders, realtors,...
$125,000
Miami, FL
The full-dry cleaner has been in the exact location since 1997. Real Estate is not included in the asking price. The sale consists of this location and another three drop/pick-up locations, a Retail...
$500,000
Fernandina Bch, FL
--> WOW!!! Just Listed - Don't miss this awesome deal! Super fast-growing brand in one of the hottest home design and improvement segments! This category is HOT, HOT, HOT!!! --> Home-based business,...
$188,500
Jacksonville, FL
Arnold & Bimbo Bread Route distributorship for sale in the St. Augustine, Florida area for $265,000! Company financing with $72,500 down! Currently grossing $583,596 per year in sales and nets an...
$265,000
Cash Flow: $97,755
Sisters, OR
Amazing opportunity to take over a long-established and profitable business. The business has an ideal space that serves as both showroom, and comfortable space for client presentations and Shopping!...
$600,000
Spring Lake, NJ
Seize this unique opportunity to own a well-established, highly profitable dual business in a prime location with a phenomenal reputation in its community! This turnkey operation combines a successful...
$775,000
$175,000
Hamilton County, OH
Somerset County, NJ
Established, full-service photography studio specializing in school portraits, sports teams, events, and in-studio sessions. The business features in-house editing and printing for full quality...
$785,000
Cash Flow: $200,576
Fort Worth, TX
We Buy Houses® Territories Across Texas [Package] Cut Out the Middleman – Get Direct-to-Seller Deals Territories & Population Insights Dallas–Fort Worth Metro — Population: ~5.1 million Houston Metro...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $179,092
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
Ann Arbor, MI
Step into ownership with this established service business backed by a well-known, highly regarded national franchise. This operation offers built-in brand trust, standardized systems, and a protected...
$160,000
Springdale, AR
Flowers Foods Route For Sale-Springdale AR-$115,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #RouteForSale #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #BreadRoute #FlowersFoods #Flowers #FlowersRoute...
$115,000
Cash Flow: $132,080
Rock Hill, SC
UTZ Foods Route For Sale in Rock Hill SC-$109,000 Enter NC-53869 at RoutesRUs.com for more details, or use the following link: https://routesrus.com/utz-foods-charlotte-nc-nc-53869/ #Ownaroute...
$109,000
Cash Flow: $81,380
Kirkland, WA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Kirkland WA-$75,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$75,000
Cash Flow: $106,807
Reston, VA
We are experts in data warehousing and data modernization implementation, and we designed our solution to help organizations become data-driven by providing a low- and no-code data fabric, data...
$3,000,000
Cash Flow: $1,500,000
Walter Szuja
Transworld Business Advisors San Antonio
Serving Bexar County, TX
Transworld Business Advisors is the world leader in the marketing and sales of businesses, mergers and acquisitions, and franchises. Whether you represent an acquisition-minded corporation or are personally interested in owning your own company or new franchise. Transworld Business Advisors offers the professional services that successfully bring buyers and seller together.
Dane County, WI
REDUCED - Recession Proof With No Competitors Immediate ROI - A Profitable Portable Unit Enterprise with No Competition Over $570,650 in Equipment and Supplies Included! Step into ownership of a...
$1,600,000
Cash Flow: $310,000
DeKalb County, GA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established screen printing and embroidery business with over 15 years of success in Atlanta. This business specializes in custom t-shirts, apparel...
$699,999
Cash Flow: $236,069
$150,000
Pittsburgh, PA
Las Vegas, NV
MEDICAID & MEDICARE - so hard to find! SAVE yourself 3 YEARS of time by buying this and fast tracking your path to business entry! NV Medicaid PAYS WELL! RARE opportunity for 2nd Gen diagnostic...
$249,000
Cash Flow: $40,277
Marlborough, CT
Profitable seasonal pool service with a perfect 5-star rating, serving an affluent Hartford market of 14,000 pools—most still untapped. The business launched in 2022, became profitable in 2024, and...
$89,000
Cash Flow: $37,866
Houston, TX
The firm provides Business / Contracts/ International Law / Tax Consulting and Tax Preparation, Real Estate, Estate planning, Probate matters and miscellaneous services. Countries with whom the Firm’s...
$625,000
Cash Flow: $551,078
Denver, CO
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...
$285,000
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
Mclean, VA
Asking Price: $699,000 Gross Revenue: $1,000,000 Established: 2019 Guard count: 22 (Full-Time) Locations: Northern Virginia & Richmond, VA Business Overview This reputable armed/unarmed security firm...
$699,000
Dare County, NC
Located in a thriving coastal market, this established flooring retailer has built a strong reputation over two decades, serving homeowners, contractors, and property managers. The company specializes...
$1,450,000
Cash Flow: $576,331
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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Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
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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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