Irvine, CA
Service Businesses For Sale in California
Market Info
Southern California Home Health Opportunity
30+ Year Old Trucking Company located in Southern California
California
Well Established Pest Control Co Service Contracts
San Bernardino County, CA
Smog Check, Oil Change Business
California
Remote Operator San Diego Home Cleaning Business
San Diego, CA
Freestanding High-Income Laundromat + Real Estate | Turnkey + Staffed
Los Angeles, CA
dry cleaners and laundry
Palm Springs, CA
Dry Cleaner for Sale
Burlingame, CA
Great Bell Gardens location with room for expansion
Bell Gardens, CA
High Traffic Dry Cleaners - Recent Equipment Upgrades
Benicia, CA
Grasons Estate Sales & Business Liquidations
Franchise
Available Nationwide
High-Growth Gutters Services Franchise | $1.35M Rev | Semi-Absentee
Contra Costa County, CA
Sonoma County Locksmith
Sonoma County, CA
NEW-3500sqft Commercial kitchen / Distribution/Huge Walkins- Low Rent
$100,000
Irvine, CA
Very Comfortable Huge Dry Cleaners and Many Pressure Machine
Fountain Valley, CA
Coin Op Laundromat - New Machines
Merced, CA
Jeff & Linda Nyman
First Choice Business Brokers
Serving Orange County, CA
Since 1994 First Choice Business Brokers Las Vegas has created successful Business Sale Transactions by: - A consultive approach with both Buyer and Seller from valuation through transfer of ownership, always creating a win-win outcome. - Negotiating between Buyer and Seller by keeping their end goal in mind which is a smooth transition of ownership with terms that are acceptable to both. - Facilitating the sale by being a conduit of information between Buyer and Seller. - Navigating the process between Buyer, Seller, Closing Entity and Lenders. We listen, apply our knowledge, and prioritize your needs. From inquiry to close we are committed to confidentially serving our clients. If you're looking to buy or sell a business, don't settle for anything less than our professional, experienced business intermediaries. Business owners, when it is time to reap the rewards of your years of hard work, plan to enhance your business' value with effective pre-sale planning , market positioning and optimized deal structure. Your approach to selling your business will determine your legacy. Our passionate team of professionals and our comprehensive processes will get the job done.
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Retiring After 26 Years: Profitable Dry Cleaner with Unbeatable
Orange County, CA
Seller Ready to Exit - Established Dry Cleaner
Fremont, CA
Profitable Dry Cleaner: Prime Beach City Location!
Orange County, CA
40 year Los Angeles Property Management Business for Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Dry Cleaner Plant near Torrance
Carson, CA
Steri-Clean
Franchise
Available in California
Dry Cleaning Plant For Sale - Fully Equipped & Turnkey
San Lorenzo, CA
Telecommunications Infrastructure Construction Contractor
Alameda County, CA
San Diego Water Restoration Package – Complete Fleet & Hard Assets
$200,000
San Diego, CA
Profitable Hair Salon Minimal Owner Involvement
San Diego, CA
In-Network Full-Service Clinical Laboratory – Northern California
California
Disrupt An Industry & Transform Homes, One Floor at a Time!
Monterey, CA
Lasshes, Brows & Skin in Glendale
Glendale, CA
Premier Event Staffing Company – Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
Cash-Flowing Laundromat + Real Estate with Supplemental Rental Income
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles, CA
Dry Cleaner With Plant - Absentee Owner
Los Angeles, CA
The Grounds Guys
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Absentee Run Property Management Company
San Jose, CA
8 FedEx Ground Routes, Hayward CA
Hayward, CA
Prime Orange County ServiceMaster Restore Territory
$450,000
Tustin, CA
7 FedEx Ground Routes, FREMONT CA
Newark, CA
Laundry with Real Estate & Rental Income
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Compton, CA
Sir Grout
Franchise
Available in California
Bicycle Shop in Alhambra
Alhambra, CA
Profitable Low-Voltage & Cabling Company – Turnkey, High-Demand
California
Water Restoration Business
Los Angeles, CA
Well Established & Profitable ServiceMaster Franchises S. SF Bay Area.
California
Clinical Laboratory, netting 1M/month
California
Dehlan Group
Dehlan Group
Serving Fresno County, CA
Dehlan Group, selling California one business at a time.
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Desirable North Hills location
North Hills, CA
Established Pressure Washing Service — 20+ Years Strong Cash Flow
Riverside County, CA
Print & Digital Marketing Business for Your Local Market
Geotechnical Engineering and Construction Services
Orange County, CA
Dry Cleaners for sale
Tarzana, CA
Steamatic
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Profitable Full-Service Bay Area Catering Business
California
Profitable Full-Service Bay Area Catering Business
California
High-Margin Turnkey Immigration Practice W/ Predictable Revenue Stream
Los Angeles County, CA
Established Pool Service and Supply Company -( Since 1998 | SBA)
Santa Clara County, CA
Specialized Medical Services Company, $160K Net, 10 Hours/Week Owner
Irvine, CA
3rd Generation Dry Cleaners
Chico, CA
$340K+ Cash Flow — with Only ~$100K Down
Contra Costa County, CA
Dry Cleaner in Costa Mesa with Potential
Costa Mesa, CA
Profitable, Long-Standing Locksmith Shop with Service Van
Ventura County, CA
WCH Service Bureau
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Buy or Sell a Service Business in California
Service businesses are some of the most commonly listed for sale on BizBuySell, and include a wide range of people and process driven companies that sell expertise or labor rather than physical products. Common businesses are home and commercial services (cleaning, inspections, renovation, HVAC, automotive services), business services (marketing, signage, printing, brokerage, coworking), route based and asset light operations (parking management, entertainment routes), and franchised service brands. These businesses typically operate on contract , project , or recurring service models, generating revenue through service fees, ongoing maintenance agreements, route accounts, memberships, or territory based franchises, often with relatively low inventory requirements and scalable staffing.
| Market Overview | Listings for Sale (Median) |
|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 435 |
| Asking Price | $395,500 |
| Reported Revenue | $555,019 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $156,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $395,500 | $835,694 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Service Businesses for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $269,935 | $88,949 |
| Median | $555,019 | $156,000 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,341,749 | $293,258 |
Valuation Multiples
The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Service Businesses listed for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.51 | 1.46 |
| Median | 0.75 | 2.43 |
| Upper Quartile | 1.02 | 3.34 |
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy a Service Business in California?
The median asking price for an established Service Business in California is $395,500, though prices range from under $150,000 to well over $835,694.
How much do Service Businesses owners in California earn?
The median reported revenue of Service Businesses in California is $555,019 and owners earn a median of $156,000, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.
How do I value a Service Business?
Valuing a business is a complex process, but buyers and sellers often turn to the local market to understand how businesses are priced. Based on our most recent analysis of Service Businesses in California, revenue multiples range from 0.51 to 1.02, with a median of 0.75. Earning multiples range from 1.46 to 3.34, with the median at 2.43. This means the typical Service Business in California may ask for around 0.75 times its annual revenue, and 2.43 times its annual owner earnings.
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