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Service Businesses For Sale in California

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Established Professional Home Organizing Business

Danville, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, highly rated Professional Home Organizing franchise with a loyal client base and a strong reputation for exceptional service. Specializing in...

$350,000

$350,000

Turnkey Laundromat in a Prime Shopping Center of San Gabriel Valley

Los Angeles County, CA

Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to own an established laundromat located in a high-traffic, large shopping center with excellent visibility from the main street. Boasting easy ingress and...

$375,000

$375,000

San Fernando Pool Service Route for Sale

Ventura County, CA

**30% Seller Financing Available** Per seller approval of buyer. Excellent route with good customers and a tight driving area. Most of the accounts are in high-end areas and are in well cared for...

$105,000

$105,000

Cash Flow: $117,500

Unique Home Lighting Sales and Service - $100k SDE

San Francisco, CA

A unique and turnkey creative lighting business specializing in custom-designed lighting installations, vintage lighting rehabilitation, repairing rare chandeliers, and retrofitting older lighting...

$125,000

$125,000

Cash Flow: $92,849

Unlock Unlimited Income Potential: Top-Tier Janitorial Franchise

Riverside, CA

City Wide Facility Solutions is offering a truly uncommon franchise opportunity in Riverside, CA — a newly available territory with $1M in recurring annual revenue already in place. Opportunities like...

$250,000

$250,000

45yo San Diego Driving & Traffic School

San Diego, CA

Seize this tremendous opportunity to acquire a 45-year-old, recession-proof turn-key company. This established business, a staple in Southern California and North County San Diego, currently thrives...

$165,000

$165,000

Cash Flow: $51,020

#1 Home Cleaning Franchise - $125K Net Income - SBA Approved!!

Bakersfield, CA

Golden opportunity to own the leading home cleaning franchise in Bakersfield, California! This established business generates $113K annual cash flow with a fully trained 10-person team already in...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $125,000

Large Termite & Pest Control Business

Orange County, CA

Well-established since 1997, this termite and pest control business offers consistent profitability, a strong online presence, and minimal owner oversight (10–15 hours/week). With a proven independent...

$8,500,000

$8,500,000

Cash Flow: $1,000,000

Well Established Printing Shop in South Bay

Gilroy, CA

Established 46 years ago in South Bay, this printing shop has grown to be the only full-service print shop in the area. It operates out of a custom-built 4,200 sq ft facility with in-house production...

$495,000

$495,000

Cash Flow: $212,167

Fresno, CA Psychiatry Office | Established 24 Years

Clovis, CA

health and welfare. They supplement their highly organic marketing strategy with professional presentations, TEBRA, and PatientPop. One of the largest assets that this acquisition has to offer is...

$1,000,000

$1,000,000

Cash Flow: $500,000

Profitable Laundromat With Value Add Opportunities For Sale

Los Angeles, CA

HS Listing ID-66317 Asking Price : $325,000 2024 Net Profit : ~$65,000 *NO SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE **SBA WILL NOT LEND ON THIS DEAL 2024 Revenue Breakdown: 207,000 Self service - 157,000 Wash and...

$325,000

$325,000

Cash Flow: $65,000

Priced to Sell! Pond Landscaping Company

Roseville, CA

This profitable pond landscaping and retail company has been a staple in the greater Sacramento region for over 21 years. With brand name recognition and an excellent reputation, the buyer will start...

$529,000

$529,000

Cash Flow: $260,000

Turnkey! Start Your Eco-Catering Business – Van + Premium Event Assets

$62,500 - Riverside County, CA

$62,500

Riverside County, CA

Established Window Tinting & Treatment Business with Strong Reputation

San Diego County, CA

A leading window tinting provider in San Diego, this business has been delivering top-tier residential, commercial, and automotive film solutions since 1997. Known for its professionalism and...

$979,723

$979,723

Cash Flow: $387,385

Established Septic Company for sale

Murrieta, CA

We are offering a turnkey opportunity to acquire CertifiedSeptic.com, a well-established and locally trusted septic service company, known for its dedication to customer service, innovation, and...

$180,000

$180,000

Ashley Ayala

Transworld

Serving Santa Cruz County, CA

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Lawn and Garden Equipment Sales and Service with Real Estate Available

Riverside County, CA

Established commercial and homeowner lawn equipment sales and repair business with reputation for quality and service since 1989, is on the market and is approved for SBA financing. The Company sells...

$549,500

$549,500

Cash Flow: $284,322

HVAC services

Menifee, CA

This well-established HVAC company has been serving both residential and commercial clients throughout Los Angeles County for over 16 years. Known for its commitment to quality and health-focused...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $84,109

Rancho Santa Fe Pool Service Route for Sale

San Diego County, CA

Premium accounts with all customers having been hand groomed and picked by a long time successful owner. Very profitable route with $150 filter cleans in place and common extra billings for phosphate...

$56,250

$56,250

Cash Flow: $47,500

High-Margin Pool Remodel and Construction Business with 30 Years

Camarillo, CA

Here’s a rare opportunity to own a 30+ year-old pool construction and service company that’s shifted gears into one of the most in-demand segments—commercial pool builds and remodels. With a...

$1,591,000

$1,591,000

Cash Flow: $539,184

Have it all in Long Beach

Long Beach, CA

This laundry has it all. Great location with all machines still under warranty. Built in 2020 with new infrastructure to ensure adequate utility reliability and efficiency. A fluff & fold pickup and...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Highly Profitable Law Firm in Contra Costa County

Contra Costa County, CA

Established law practice specializing in estate planning, litigation, and corporate services. The firm has served approximately 10,000 estate clients to date and benefits from a strong referral...

$2,900,000

$2,900,000

Cash Flow: $708,387

Real Estate and Mortgage Company For Sale

California

California statewide real estate and mortgage company with 232 real estate agents and 26 loan officers. Company helps clients buy and sell homes and obtain mortgage loans. New owner will need a...

$700,000

$700,000

Catering Truck and Support Cube for Sale

$305,000 - Los Angeles, CA

$305,000

Los Angeles, CA

Remote Absentee National Sales Training Company

California

Well-established sales training company specializes in providing cutting-edge training solutions for sales professionals, with a strong reputation in the automotive industry. Impressive client...

$1,600,000

$1,600,000

Cash Flow: $391,272

Highly Profitable Legal Support Services Business

Santa Rosa, CA

Confidential legal support services business with a strong presence in Northern California, focused on process serving and document delivery. While the current owner personally handles much of the...

$95,000

$95,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Well Established Party Rental Company in Greater Los Angeles

Los Angeles County, CA

Highly recognized in the party rental industry, this company offers a wide variety of services, and in the hands of the right owner, it is poised for growth in multiple areas. With over four decades...

$1,125,000

$1,125,000

Cash Flow: $350,811

Commercial Interior Design & Design/Construction Documents

California

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS This outstanding acquisition opportunity is an interior design firm for office and business spaces. In addition to commercial interior design the Company also does planning and...

Cash Flow: $375,000

Cash Flow: $375,000

Popular Juice Bar & Event Catering Services

Los Angeles County, CA

- $4 Billion Market - Retail Sales hitting records - Huge Growth Opportunity in Event Catering - Exceptional Location in the highest foot traffic mall in The State of California - Branding is...

$249,000

$249,000

Cash Flow: $175,000

Profitable SD Commercial Janitorial Service Franchise

San Diego, CA

This robust commercial janitorial services company, located in San Diego, generates revenue through recurring janitorial contracts for commercial properties, providing services such as daily...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $136,000

Dry Cleaner Business For Sale

San Diego County, CA

Dry Cleaner business for sale in Northern San Diego County, located in a prime shopping center. This business is fully equipped for high-volume cleaning with commercial washers, shirt presses, and...

$79,000

$79,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Shipping & Mail Center in Prime Location

Rancho Bernardo, CA

This independently owned shipping and mail center is located in a beautifully renovated, 5-star AAA shopping center surrounded by restaurants, retail shops, and a grocery store—providing strong foot...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $89,513

Manufacturing Equipment - Electromagnetic Metal Forming (EMF)

San Diego County, CA

ASSET SALE Electromagnetic Metal Forming (EMF): High-Speed Precision Manufacturing Electromagnetic Metal Forming (EMF) is an advanced high-speed metal forming process in which a powerful...

$875,000

$875,000

B2B Robotics Franchise w National Accounts!

$250,000 - Los Angeles, CA

$250,000

Los Angeles, CA

Business Accounting Services Firm

Santa Clara County, CA

This San Jose/Silicon Valley Metro Area firm provides comprehensive outsourced accounting, bookkeeping, controllership, and advisory services to small businesses, start-ups, venture capital firms, and...

$879,000

$879,000

Cash Flow: $240,000

Unique Opportunity: Own a Party & Tool Rental Equipment Business

Orange County, CA

For over 30 years, this party rental and tool equipment rental business has been a staple in South Orange County, serving the community’s diverse event and DIY needs. This is a rare opportunity to...

$325,000

$325,000

Established, Fully Equipped Coin Laundry – Turnkey Operation

North Hollywood, CA

Great Location Main street San Fernando Valley Established, Fully Equipped Coin Laundry – Turnkey Operation Established, Fully Equipped Coin Laundry – Turnkey Operation This high-performing laundromat...

$195,000

$195,000

Food Service and Hospitality Consulting

California

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS This outstanding acquisition opportunity is for a company that specializes in Environmental Services (EVS) and Food and Nutrition Services (FANS), providing tailored solutions to...

Cash Flow: $489,000

Cash Flow: $489,000

Best Location Great Traffic Next to a Major Food Market

Los Angeles County, CA

Established, Fully Equipped Coin Laundry – Turnkey Operation This high-performing laundromat features 40 commercial washers and 19 dryers, all in excellent working condition. The business includes...

$295,000

$295,000

Dry Cleaners Agency-Semi-Absentee

Alameda County, CA

Semi-Owner Absentee Dry Cleaner Agency is located in a nice area since 35 years ago. New owner either do owner operating or keep doing the same as currently operation. Seller claims the revenue is...

$79,500

$79,500

Established Home-Based Mobile Screening Business in Ventura County

Simi Valley, CA

This well-established mobile screening service has been serving Ventura County for nearly a decade, providing homeowners with high-quality screen doors, window screens, security doors, and retractable...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $95,650

Gary Sahakian

City Center Realty Group

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

At City Center Realty Group, we specialize in connecting buyers and sellers in real estate and business sales across California. With a deep understanding of market trends, valuations, and negotiations, we ensure smooth transactions whether you’re selling a business, or purchasing properties. Our expertise spans commercial and residential real estate, and business acquisitions.

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Established Mortuary & Cremation Business for Sale in major city

Los Angeles County, CA

This is a rare chance to own a business with purpose, offering vital services with dignity and respect. If you are a compassionate leader with an entrepreneurial spirit looking for a stable and...

$2,000,000

$2,000,000

Cash Flow: $610,000

Hi Volume Dry Cleaner Agency

Glendora, CA

MONTHLY GROSS: $43,000 MONTHLY RENT: $2,241 LEASE TERMS: 5+5 STORE SIZE: 600 SF OPEN HOURS: 6:30AM-6:30PM MON-FRI, 8AM-4PM SAT EMPLOYEES: 3 FT WAGE: $12,000/MO. OUTSIDE SERVICE: $12,000/MO....

$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $108,000

Established Property Management / Construction with GROWTH OPPORTUNITY

$2,500,000 - San Diego County, CA

$2,500,000

San Diego County, CA

Appliance Repair and Servicing

San Diego, CA

A trusted appliance repair provider based in San Diego, this family-owned business brings over a decade of hands-on experience servicing a wide range of household appliances, including refrigerators,...

$85,000

$85,000

Cash Flow: $46,171

PROFITABLE Mailbox, Postal, North County Coastal, San Diego, CA

Carlsbad, CA

Seize this high-grossing Mailbox, shipping opportunity in one of San Diego County’s most sought-after shopping centers! This well-established business provides essential shipping, packaging, and...

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $71,000

Laundromat in Buena Park in a great SPOT

Buena Park, CA

Laundromat in Buena Park boasts a great location, attracting a steady stream of passersby and offering ample parking space both in front and rear. It requires some retooling to enhance revenue...

$125,000

$125,000

Telecom VoIP

Ventura, CA

A unique Competitive Telecom company providing premium communication services to small and medium size businesses at affordable prices. The services include packages of Telephone, Voice-mail systems,...

$1,000,000

$1,000,000

Cash Flow: $399,181

Sharpen Your Future : Saw Sharpening Business

Santa Clara County, CA

This is an established saw sharpening business that has consistently delivered superior sharpening services, earning loyal customers across generations. This business was negatively impacted by COVID...

$425,000

$425,000

Cash Flow: $74,558

San Diego Based Vending Route - Great CashFlow!

San Diego County, CA

Listing Details: - Location: San Diego, CA - Machine Type: Vendo / AP - Age of Machines: Refurbished - Established: 2021 -Restocking: In-house For sale: A profitable Vending route consisting of...

$31,999

$31,999

Cash Flow: $14,000

Nationwide Process Server

Los Angeles, CA

Premier Attorney Service based in California and servicing the Legal Community Nationwide for over 30 years. Providing Timely , Expedient services and documentation including NATIONWIDE Process...

$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $136,000

Boutique Home Staging Company - Owner Retiring

Santa Clara County, CA

This boutique home staging company, established by the owner ten years ago, specializes in homes under 3,000 sq. ft. Its staging fees range from $3,500 to $7,000 depending on the size of the home with...

$79,000

$79,000

Cash Flow: $19,058

#1 Cleanup and Restoration Franchise Business - $900k Net Profit!

Sacramento, CA

Rare chance to own a highly profitable and mostly automated cleanup and restoration franchise business serving some of Northern California’s fastest-growing regions. (3 service areas) With three...

$2,208,000

$2,208,000

Cash Flow: $873,949

Profitable, Eco-Friendly Plant Dry Cleaner & Seller Finance

Santa Clara County, CA

Established in 2002, this well-respected, eco-conscious dry cleaning business offers a fantastic opportunity for an entrepreneur looking for a stable, profitable venture with room to grow. Located in...

$150,000

$150,000

Flooring Contractor

Santa Clara County, CA

For over 50 years, this well-established, family-owned flooring business has been a trusted name in the industry, known for its outstanding reputation and commitment to customer satisfaction....

$998,000

$998,000

Cash Flow: $342,516

Buy or Sell a Service Business in California

For those in the market to buy or sell a service business in California, 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 California service businesses.


Market Overview

Number of Businesses Analyzed  

423

Median Asking Price  

$322,500

Median Reported Revenue  

$400,000

Median Reported Earnings  

$136,896

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.


California Service Business Valuation Multiples

Range

Revenue

Earnings (SDE)

Lower Quartile

0.52

1.76

Median

0.80

2.58

Upper Quartile

1.18

3.47

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


FAQs

How much does it cost to buy a service business in California?

Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in California is approximately $322,500.

How much do service business owners earn?

These businesses vary in sales volume, but California service business owners report median annual sales of $400,000 and annual owner earnings of $136,896. 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 in California range from 0.52 to 1.18, with the median at 0.80. Earnings multiples range from 1.76 to 3.47, with the median at 2.58. These values indicate that a typical service business in California may sell for around 0.80 times its annual revenue, and 2.58 times its annual owner’s earnings.


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