Fulton County, GA
Take over an established print, marketing & design center. The business has a solid reputation in the community and many long term repeat clients. There are multiple revenue streams, normal business...
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Marketing & Printing Business For Sale
$150,000
HSC Green Lake Nursery
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Spicer, MN
HSC proudly offers The Green Lake Nursery located in beautiful Spicer MN for sale. Established over 47 years ago, this turn-key business is ready for a new owner to add to the already thriving...
$779,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Martin's Bread Route, Cary, NC
Cary, NC
Martin’s Bread Route for sale in the Cary, North Carolina area for $110,000. Currently grossing $264,663 per year and nets $54,236! Distributorship and territory are purchased through independent...
$110,000
Cash Flow: $54,236
SBA approved - 14 FedEx P&D Routes, est 20 years ago
Grayslake, IL
- SBA eligible for qualified buyers, only need 10% down! - The seller is retiring from the business - Seller is willing to stay behind and help the new buyer. Seller has extensive FedEx experience...
$1,150,000
Cash Flow: $295,183
Dumpster Services For Construction And Roofing Companies
Seminole County, FL
Well Established Turn Key Business for 7 Years Working With Large Account Providing Dumpster Services For Construction And Roofing Companies Please refer to listing #2301599774 and ask for Baker...
$380,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Established Valet Trash Business for Sale- NET PROFIT
Little Rock, AR
Profitable business! Valet Trash contracts with established properties for six years! Sometimes in business, you have to be at the right place at the right time. Sometimes it goes the other way- but...
$40,000
Family Law Firm
Florida
We are pleased to present an outstanding opportunity to acquire a well-established family law firm located in Florida. This practice specializes in comprehensive family law services including divorce,...
$4,950,000
Cash Flow: $1,183,796
Arnold & Bimbo Bread Route, Hartford, CT
Hartford, CT
Arnold & Bimbo Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Hartford, Bloomfield, Connecticut area for $280,000! Company financing available with $139,000 down! Currently grossing an estimated $694,096...
$280,000
Cash Flow: $103,480
1 Flowers Bread Route - Western Virginia
Virginia
Enter the bread industry at a low cost! › 1 Bread Route › Weekly Revenue: $11,480 › Listing Ratio 9:1 › Own an operation with strong margins and clean financial records. › Ideal for entrepreneurs...
$105,000
4 Flowers Bread Routes - Southern Massachusetts
Massachusetts
Enter the bread industry at a low cost! › 4 Bread Routes › Weekly Revenue: $56,619 › Listing Ratio 8:1 › Own an operation with strong margins and clean financial records. › Ideal for entrepreneurs...
$448,000
2 Flowers Bread Routes - Southwestern Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
Own a bread route in a growing city! › 2 Bread Routes › Weekly Revenue: $26,525 › Listing Ratio 8:1 › Own an operation with strong margins and clean financial records. › Ideal for entrepreneurs...
$222,000
Profitable Marketing Company – Ready for New Contracts & SBA Potential
Missouri
Discover a unique opportunity to acquire a profitable, niche marketing company specializing in steel garages, carports, and other metal structures. With an established track record and a recent...
$724,900
Cash Flow: $435,345
A High-Growth Opportunity in One of the Wealthiest Counties in the U.S
Murfreesboro, TN
Thriving Business Opportunity in Smyrna Are you ready to take over a thriving business with a built-in client base and endless growth potential? Fibrenew Smyrna is a well-established franchise located...
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$137,700
Established Lawn Treatment Business - Scalable Franchise Model
$275,000
Miami, FL
Niche Business Service, Rental & Product Manufacturer
Chester County, PA
Unique niche business service, rental and manufacturing company who for over 40 years has provided their clients with a single source for all their needs in a solid growing niche market. The company...
$4,000,000
Cash Flow: $1,150,000
1 Flowers Bread Route - Southern Texas
Texas
Enter the bread industry at a low cost! › 1 Bread Route › Weekly Revenue: $13,644 › Listing Ratio 7:1 › Own an operation with strong margins and clean financial records. › Ideal for entrepreneurs...
$96,000
Peter Garrod
WNC Business Brokerage
Serving Buncombe County, NC
WNC Business Brokerage will help you sell your business at the Competitive Commission Rate of 8% paid at closing for an Awesome Personal Business Broker Service. We live locally and are part of the local community so you get the Personal Experienced Attention that you deserve. Easy to understand uncomplicated Listing Agreement - Advertising your business for sale is at our expense. Confidentiality at all times. We have 18 years of successfully Selling Businesses; We understand Business and we understand valuing a Business to help you obtain the best price for your Business; We will give you guidance on how to position your Business for sale; We will give you guidance on the best way to show your Business to a potential buyer; We will give you guidance and advice so you are ready for Due Diligence; and we will explain the whole process of Selling a Business from "For Sale" to the "Closing" of the Sale. BUYERS - We have worked with Buyers for many years, good advice and guidance when Buying a Business is what we do. We Help put Buyers and Sellers together for a Successful Conclusion. We are your Asheville Business Brokerage and Cover the Surrounding Counties of WNC Call Peter Garrod Broker 828-772-8447 he will be pleased to discuss selling your business or find a business for a Buyer. CONFIDENTIALLY
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2 Flowers Bread Routes - Central Indiana
Indiana
Be your own boss! Great starter opportunity in the bread route space! › 2 Bread Routes › Weekly Revenue: $24,455 › Listing Ratio 6:1 › Own an operation with strong margins and clean financial records....
$156,000
Utz Chip Route, Jennings, Louisiana
Jennings, LA
Utz Potato Chip, Pretzel Route for sale in the greater Jennings and Lake Charles, Louisiana region for $49,000! Company financing available with an estimated $9,800 down (terms/amounts can vary for...
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$49,000
Cash Flow: $33,030
14 Flowers Bread Routes - Eastern Massachusetts
Massachusetts
Enter the bread industry at a low cost! › 14 Bread Routes › Weekly Revenue: $157,302.00 › Listing Ratio 9:1 › Own an operation with strong margins and clean financial records. › Own a reputable...
$1,340,000
Established Arizona Print and Ship Center for Sale
Gila County, AZ
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established print and ship center in a vibrant and growing retirement community in Arizona. With the same owner for the past 23 years, this business has...
$285,000
Concrete Contractor
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Nevada
Northern Nevada Concrete Construction Company listed for sale after 28 years in business. Scope of work includes 70% commercial and 30 % residential concrete services. including but not limited to,...
$850,000
Cash Flow: $390,402
Neurology and Sleep Medical Practice
Las Vegas, NV
Price reduced. This long-established Neurology practice comprises three locations, two specializing in General Neurology and one a Sleep Clinic. One in Nevada and two in a bordering State. Seller will...
$3,950,000
Cash Flow: $1,637,848
HIGH PROFIT Simple Operation Handyman Service Business
Las Vegas, NV
SELLER CARRY FINANCING available for qualified Buyer with $40,000 down payment and a note for the balance of $29,900 payable over two years at 5% interest! Handyman Business With 13 years Built In...
$69,900
Cash Flow: $81,209
7 Flowers Bread Routes - Northern Ohio
Ohio
Get a jumpstart into logistics industry with bread routes! › 7 Bread Routes › Weekly Revenue: $85,826 › Listing Ratio 7:1 › Own an operation with strong margins and clean financial records. › Ideal...
$576,000
North San Diego County: Highly Profitable Security Business for Sale
$750,000
San Diego, CA
3 Flowers Bread Routes - Central Massachusetts
Massachusetts
Be your own boss! Great starter opportunity in the bread route space! › 3 Bread Routes › Weekly Revenue: $32,750 › Listing Ratio 11:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery...
$357,000
Non-Emergency Medical Transport Operation- Southeastern Virginia
Virginia
Enter the non-emergency medical transportation industry with this established business. › 7 Employees › 7 Trucks › Be your own boss in the medical industry. › A well-run and highly profitable...
$825,000
Cash Flow: $109,541
Profitable Junk Hauling Franchise Business for Sale!
Middlesex County, NJ
Looking for a turnkey business opportunity with immediate returns? Your search ends here! Take the reins of our established Junk Hauling Franchise Business and step into a world of steady income and...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $70,000
Become a Equipment Manufacturer
Middlesex County, NJ
The Moe-4-10 Model is an automatic stirrup (rebar) machine that can straighten and cut steel bars. This machine can be towed by a truck and takes up a small footprint. This is a game changer in places...
$199,000
Mission's Tortilla Route, Waukegan, IL
Waukegan, IL
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Waukegan, Illinois region for $79,000! Currently generating an estimated $507,930 in yearly sales and nets $44,031. Distributorship and territory are purchased...
$79,000
Cash Flow: $44,031
Turn-Key Residential Lawn Maintenance Business
Boynton Beach, FL
Turnkey Residential & Commercial Lawn Maintenance Business with over 130 accounts in Southern Palm Beach County. This route generates nearly $18,000/mth in repeat maintenance revenue, plus...
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$220,000
Cash Flow: $138,945
Pepperidge Farm Bread Route, Tallahassee, FL
Tallahassee, FL
Pepperidge Farm Bread route for sale in the Tallahassee, Florida area for $140,000! Third-party related financing may be available with an estimated $50,000 down! Currently grossing $238,316 per year...
$140,000
Cash Flow: $38,896
High Revenue, Low Overhead, Home Services ($60B Industry)
West Palm Beach, FL
Owning a CertaPro Painters® franchise in West Palm Beach, FL, places you at the heart of one of Florida’s most desirable and fast-growing regions. Known for its year-round sunshine, affluent...
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$175,000
Low Entry Point, High Revenue, Low Overhead - Home Services Business
Reading, MA
Established CertaPro Painters franchise territory in Reading, MA offering exceptional opportunity in the $60 billion painting industry. This franchise has operated since 2003 and is being sold due to...
2
$95,000
Flowers Bread Route, Currituck County, NC
Grandy, NC
Flowers Bread Route distributorship for sale in Currituck County, North Carolina region for $155,000! Company related financing available with an estimated $64,500 down. In addition, a 10% cash...
$155,000
Cash Flow: $95,553
HVAC/R & Sheet Metal
$640,000
Chicopee, MA
Tastykake Distribution Route, Catonsville, MD
Baltimore, MD
Tastykake Distribution Route for sale in and around the Catonsville, Ellicott City, Maryland region for $200,000! Company related financing available with an estimated $40,000 down. In addition a 10%...
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$200,000
Cash Flow: $110,344
26 Year Successful Commercial Landscaping
Miami-Dade County, FL
The company performs the following operation: Commercial Landscape maintenance 90% and 10% residential. Landscape maintenance contracts vary in sizes and services. We offer Full maintenance, tree...
$1,300,000
Cash Flow: $508,373
Martin's Bread Route, Vero Beach, FL
Vero Beach, FL
Martin’s Bread Route for sale in the Vero Beach, Port St. Lucie, Florida area for $164,000. Currently grossing $305,687 per year and nets $62,633! Distributorship and territory are purchased through...
$164,000
Cash Flow: $62,633
Machine Tool Dealer in Ohio for Sale
Ohio
Acquire a highly reputable machine tool dealer with a rich history of over 14 years. Specializing in both new and used machinery, this company serves a diverse range of large company metalworking and...
$4,000,000
Cash Flow: $1,082,470
A Creative Firm Focused on Architecture and Design
Branson, MO
Not only does this Architecture and Interior design company have over 30 years of successful operations, it possesses a fantastic opportunity for the buyer to expand and grow the current operations....
$255,000
Cash Flow: $130,200
Upscale Coworking Shared Office Space Business in Thriving Area
Arlington County, VA
Revolutionary designed co-working office space, work space, and meeting rooms for innovative professionals and entrepreneurs...in a prime DC-area location. One of the first franchise concepts in the...
$775,000
Established 22 year old pressure cleaning company
Broward County, FL
Reason for Sale: Retirement- This well-established pressure cleaning and detailing business has been successfully operating for 23 years, serving exclusive communities in Weston, Davie, Coral Springs,...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $89,843
Mobile Building Security Services DC MD VA
Montgomery County, MD
This locksmith & security service business is well-known and highly reputable locally. It is a highly scalable, fully mobile service with very low overhead and operating costs. The business services...
$279,000
Cash Flow: $138,700
Ron Them
BHHS Commercial Division
Serving Allegheny County, PA
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Commercial Services Business Ready To Boom
Tulsa County, OK
Everything you need to grow a great business is included in this outstanding opportunity! Inventory and a significant amount of equipment is included. Great long term customers and employees support...
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$275,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Full service Electrical Contractor
Las Vegas, NV
Full-service electrical contracting business with over 23 years of successful operation and an impeccable reputation. Specializing in commercial, residential, and industrial projects, this business...
$680,000
Cash Flow: $202,514
Turnkey Airbnb Portfolio – 3 Adjacent Homes / 15 Rooms – High Cashflow
$260,000
Los Angeles, CA
15 yr. proven track record in commercial painting
Frisco, TX
Our unique focus on commercial painting sets us apart from competing businesses. With our B2B model, the new owner will serve business professionals instead of homeowners. This means a greater focus...
$162,300
Cash Flow: $518,100
Resilient Remote-Friendly Financial Services Business
Richmond, NJ
This business offers access to a highly resilient segment of the financial services space. The operation is designed to let you focus on sales while back-end processes and carrier coordination are...
$70,900
Cash Flow: $88,748
Disaster Restoration Cleanup, Home-Based, HIGH Margins
Knoxville, TN
Become the proud owner of a recession-resistant cleaning and restoration business. Take pride in delivering indispensable restoration services that enhance people’s lives, with a focus on water and...
$164,500
Cash Flow: $554,576
Semi-Absentee Laundromat w/Wash Dry Fold Services
Cincinnati, MO
Located in a prime location with high foot traffic, our proven model and extensive training program ensure the new owner will have all the tools and support needed to run a successful and profitable...
$889,900
Cash Flow: $227,616
Premium Fencing Business for Residential & Commercial Clients
San Antonio, NC
Seize a rare opportunity to earn lifetime residuals by controlling a large area with this exceptional master role in the booming fencing industry. By acquiring this business, you can offer a...
$384,450
Cash Flow: $308,974
The UPS Store for Sale in Daphne with $114,000.00 Owner Income
Daphne, AL
One of the most desired areas in Alabama. UPScale Daphne and Fairhope areas have some of the best demographics in South Alabama. This The UPS Store location is in one of the busiest Shopping Areas in...
$399,000
Cash Flow: $114,625
Flowers Bread Route, Kingston, NY
Kingston, NY
Flowers Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Kingston, New York region for $210,000! Company related financing available with an estimated $82,000 down. In addition, a 10% cash reserve of the...
$210,000
Cash Flow: $123,968
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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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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