Massachusetts
$2,500,000
Architecture and Engineering Firms For Sale
Industry Info
$2.9 Million Revenue Engineering Staffing and Consulting Company
Civil Engineering & Land Surveying Firm
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $1,145,000
Well-Known Interior Design Firm Specializing in Upscale Homes
Travis County, TX
$2,595,000
Tier 1 Defense Manufacturer, 30+ Years – Real Estate Available
Orange County, CA
$13,900,000
Clarity in Every Forecast
$1,344,000
Highly Profitable 30-Year ISO-Certified CNC Machining Firm
San Jose, CA
$2,750,000
NE Chem, Industrial Process Eng, & Consulting
Somerset County, NJ
$250,000
Trusted Home Renovation & Remodeling Firm
Dane County, WI
$615,000
Acclaimed Interior Architectural and Design Firm
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $949,610
Unionized Drilling Services Company
Ontario
$3,995,000
FranchiseCEO Life Corporation
Available Nationwide
$200,000
Healthcare-Focused Architectural Firm
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $4,138,000
Small structural engineering company for early career engineer
Oakland, CA
$250,000
Established Engineering Firm with Proven Track Record
$1,795,000
Ohio
Established Engineering Firm Perfect for a Sole Owner/Operator.
Franklin County, OH
$575,000
Excellent Opportunity To Purchase A Growing Home Staging Company
Boca Raton, FL
$135,000
Katrina Loftin, CBI MAMI
M&A Business Advisors
Serving Carson City County, NV
M&A Business Advisors is a full-service Business Brokerage and M&A Advisory Firm and the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions. M&A Business Advisors specializes in the CONFIDENTIAL sale of privately owned businesses in a wide range of industries including Manufacturing, Wholesale Distribution, Service, Retail, Health Care, E-Commerce, Software, Construction, Food & Beverage and more. We use proprietary methods and advanced technology to better serve our clients and accomplish their objectives. M&A Business Advisors are highly respected, experienced Advisors who are recognized as some of the top deal makers in the industry. Our Advisors have extensive backgrounds as well as years of experience and knowledge in a wide range of industries. We work as a “Team” to collaborate and share our knowledge and expertise to best represent our clients. Our Advisors hold some of the top designations in the industry including the Certified Business Intermediaries (CBI) designation issued by the International Business Broker Association (IBBA), the Lifetime Certified Business Intermediaries (L-CBI) designation issued by the International Business Broker Association (IBBA), the Merger and Acquisition Master Intermediary (M&AMI) designation issued by M&A Source, the Certified Business Brokers (CBB) designation issued by the California Association of Business Brokers and the BBP – Industry Expert designation. Our Advisors are considered “Influencers” and have been instrumental in improving the standards and ethics within the industry. Our Advisors are actively involved as industry association Presidents, industry association Board Members, industry association Committee Chairs, industry association Instructors as well as contributors to industry publications. Selling or purchasing a business can be a complex, time consuming process. The process involves 100% commitment and a “hands on” approach by the Advisor along with expertise in a wide range of fields such as finance, accounting, commercial leases, understanding contracts and industry dynamics, managing due diligence, negotiations, preparing contracts and more. Our years of experience along with our proprietary process and ability to work as a team to solve complex issues that arise in transactions is what separates us from the competition. Rest assured that when you are working with a M&A Business Advisor, you are working with the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions. Please refer to our website and contact one of our Advisors near you for a complimentary consultation.
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Profitable General Engineering Company
San Bernardino County, CA
$3,600,000
Interior Design for Hotels – Seller will carry 40%
Boston, MA
$640,000
35+ Years in Design Excellence – Proven Client Success
Hartford County, CT
$249,997
30-Year Online Residential Drafting Business
Navajo County, AZ
$250,000
General Engineering Contractor
California
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $2,748,000
FranchiseNoble Locksmith
Available Nationwide
$105,000
Growing Real Estate Appraisal Firm, serving the Triad Area
North Carolina
$390,000
Handmade, Non-Toxic Kitchenware with Cultural Flair
Orange County, CA
$435,000
Exterior Home Renovation Business for Sale in Newport News, VA
$180,000
Hampton, VA
Texas Based MEP with Repeat Client Base
Dallas, TX
$415,000
Turnkey Established Commercial Construction Company - A+ Opportunity!
Worcester County, MA
$1,995,000
Architectural Design Firm
Myrtle Beach, SC
$496,000
Geotechnical Investigations & Construction Testing
Kansas
$1,025,000
Reputable Land Survey Company – Turnkey Business
Colorado
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $198,867
Remote Infrastructure Design Experts
Anchorage County, AK
$3,185,000
Profitable Accessibility Consulting Firm
California
$399,000
FranchiseSystem4
Available in Multiple Locations
$75,000
UNDER CONTRACT – Design-Build Firm w/ High-Margin Services
Denver, CO
$1,800,000
Structural Engineering – Seller Will Stay 3 Years
Oklahoma City, OK
$859,000
Consulting Engineering and Surveying Services
$600,000
Kentucky
Architectural Firm with 4 Years of Upward Growth
Los Angeles, CA
$1,655,000
Specialized Building Enclosure Consulting Firm
Washington
$1,400,000
FranchiseFive Star Painting
Available Nationwide
$50,000
Niche Architecture Firm - North Coastal San Diego
San Diego, CA
$250,000
Well Established Land Surveying business ready for new ownership
Cook County, IL
$599,000
Lucrative and Prominent Wastewater Treatment Design in WA State
Washington
$850,000
Lucrative and Prominent Wastewater Treatment Design in WA State
Washington
$850,000
Established Architecture & Design Firm with Strong Project Pipeline
Minnesota
$2,200,000
Wes Brown
California Business Sales
Serving Placer County, CA
California Business Sales represents the next generation of business brokerage — a seamless blend of technology, integrity, and market expertise. With agents positioned across California’s major cities, we leverage advanced valuation tools, secure seller dashboards, and real-time buyer portals to give our clients unmatched visibility and control. We believe great brokerage is built on responsiveness, accuracy, and trust. From detailed business valuations to strategic exit planning and financing solutions, our clients receive intelligent, high-touch service at every stage of the transaction. Founded and led by Wes Brown, a licensed broker and private pilot, California Business Sales operates with the same precision and foresight that define great aviation — clarity, discipline, and steady hands at the controls.
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Structural Engineering Firm
Idaho
$1,300,000
Established and Reputable Engineering & Design Firm
Connecticut
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $900,941
Certified Industrial Hygiene & Environmental Consulting
$695,000
Florida
Thriving Structural Engineering Firm For Sale!
Miami, FL
$533,000
Profitable Environmental Consulting Firm | $600K Revenue | $300K SDE
Wyoming
$1,200,000
FranchiseExit Factor
Available in Multiple Locations
$60,000
Forensic Inspection/Litigation Support Services, Eng & Arch
Houston, TX
$800,000
Interior and Exterior Engineered Systems Provider
Minnesota
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $790,000
Architecture Firm with Niche Focus – Owner to Stay 3 Years
Toronto, ON
$1,490,000
Established Architecture Firm in Washington DC
Washington, DC
$450,000
Established Civil Engineering, Planning & Land Surveying Firm
Bergen County, NJ
$1,100,000
Construction Testing/Environment Services /RE Option
Arizona
$650,000
Soil & Foundation Engineering Company
La Mesa, CA
$195,000
Sustainability & Multi-Family Focused Architecture and Interior Design
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $495,000
Architectural Consulting Company with Strong Industry Track Record
Miami-Dade County, FL
$380,000
FranchiseSet the Stage
Available in Multiple Locations
$75,000
Buy or Sell an Architecture & Engineering Firm
The Architecture and Engineering (A&E) industry plays a central role in the construction and renovation industries, offering services that range from designing structures to solving complex engineering challenges. This sector is known for steady revenues and consistent profit margins, making it a reliable investment space. However, its performance is closely tied to economic conditions, and a potential recessionary environment could pose risks to long-term growth
The A&E sector presents robust opportunities, with numerous firms actively available for acquisition. Many of these businesses boast decades of expertise, loyal client bases, and specialized services such as structural engineering and planning, environmental consulting, HVAC engineering, and structural analysis.
If you are considering buying or selling an architecture and/or engineering business, it is important to understand how these businesses are valued and how they typically perform financially. To provide some context, we have aggregated A&E business for sale listings to surface average revenue and profit, and derive valuation multiples.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
130 |
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Median Asking Price |
$967,500 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$1,225,513 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$336,669 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Architecture and Engineering Firm Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.56 |
2.05 |
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Median |
0.87 |
2.77 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.15 |
3.59 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Architecture & Engineering Firm Business Valuation Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy an Architecture and Engineering business?
Prices vary depending on the size of the business listed, but the median asking price for an A&E business in the U.S. is $967,500.
How much do A&E business owners earn?
Architecture and Engineering business owners report median annual sales of $1,225,513 and annual owner earnings of $336,669. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value an Architecture and Engineering company?
Valuing an A&E firm involves considering several factors, including annual sales, profit, growth (or decline) trends, and demographic trends of the local market. 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 among architecture and engineering companies listed for sale in the U.S. range from 0.56 to 1.15, with the median at 0.87. Earnings multiples range from 2.05 to 3.59, with the median at 2.77. These values suggest a typical architecture or engineering firm in the U.S. may sell for around 0.87 times its annual revenue, and 2.77 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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