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Service Businesses For Sale in California

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Residential & Commercial Cleaning Business Opportunity
Start Up

RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL CLEANING BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Protected by $100K Revenue Guarantee - or we buy it back. Turnkey cleaning business opportunity designed for quick launch and scalable growth in...

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$12,500

$12,500

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Creative 501c3 Private Patrol Operator
Start Up

Dominology Security Group (DSG) is a California-based security and community service organization operating under a nonprofit structure with a focus on public safety, workforce development, and event...

$125,000

$125,000

Aquatic contractor specializing in maintenance

Anaheim, CA

Established for over 30 years, this Southern California-based contractor specializes in the maintenance and repair of commercial water features, fountains, and aquatic systems for property management...

$3,700,000

$3,700,000

Cash Flow: $449,575

Simple Coin Laundry as Absentee Owner's Run for Sale in Martinez

Martinez, CA

Simple Coin Laundry – Absentee Owner-Operated – Martinez, Contra Costa County Well-established self-service coin laundry operated on an absentee-owner basis for sale in Martinez, Contra Costa County....

$671,632

$671,632

Cash Flow: $122,115

Coin Laundry with Wash & Fold Service For Sale in Oakland

Oakland, CA

Long-Established Coin Laundry with Wash & Fold Service for Sale – Oakland Well-established coin laundry with an additional Wash & Fold service in Oakland. The business occupies approximately 2,000 sq....

$380,000

$380,000

Cash Flow: $84,000

High Traffic Dry Cleaners - Recent Equipment Upgrades

Benicia, CA

Discover the opportunity to own a well established, eco-friendly dry cleaning and laundry business in Benicia, CA. This turnkey operation provides comprehensive on-site services, including dry...

$99,500

$99,500

Santa Monica Fast Casual Restaurant Franchise | $900K+ Sales History

Los Angeles County, CA

Santa Monica Fast Casual Restaurant Franchise | $900K+ Sales History An outstanding opportunity is available to acquire an established fast-casual restaurant franchise in a premier, high-traffic area...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $65,592

Successfull Commercial Swimming Pool Company For sale

San Clemente, CA

This business specialized in the construction of commercial use swimming pools. The brand is recongnized by some of the larges hotel and Apartment developers in the area. Overhead expenses have been...

$600,000

$600,000

EBITDA: $225,000

Long-Standing Established Security Surveillance Integrator.

El Segundo, CA

Highly reputable security systems engineer and integrator corporation since 1969. The commercial building can be a part of a package at an additional lease for $12,000 /mo. We have established...

$1,200,037

$1,200,037

Artificial Grass & Landscaping and Turf with 4.9 Google HIGH MARGINS

Rancho Cordova, CA

This Rancho Cordova artificial grass business offers exceptional profit margins, low operating overhead, and strong demand across the rapidly growing Sacramento region. With multiple high-value...

$650,000

$650,000

Gotcha Covered
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Gotcha Covered franchise owners enjoy a high-income potential, impressive margins, and a great lifestyle selling blinds, shutters, shades and custom draperies to the home and commercial markets. Invest in yourself with a Gotcha Covered window treatment franchise. This low-risk, home-based business is the change you’ve been looking for.

$150,000

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $580,224

Best "Boring Business" You'll Find!

Riverside County, CA

This "Boring Business" is a well-established provider of custom-built exterior sun control and shade solutions for residential and commercial properties, operating since 1984. The company specializes...

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Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $200,000

Turn- Key Restaurant in the best part of Downtown

Contra Costa County, CA

Location, Location & Location. This restaurant is located in the best part of busy foot traffics area. I middle of downtown. About 1300 sqf. Beautiful private patio w capacity of 40 seats. Full...

$89,000

$89,000

Established Business Brokerage

$89,000 - San Diego County, CA

$89,000

San Diego County, CA

Judah Dishington

United Franchise Group

Branch 3 Termite Remediation In Business 20 years

Orange County, CA

This branch 3 termite repair business remediates properties that have termite damage. They do not tent. Branch 3 pest control focuses on the inspection, prevention, and treatment of wood-destroying...

$425,000

$425,000

Cash Flow: $149,742

Laundromat in the City of Gardena

Gardena, CA

Located in the city of Gardena, California, this established Laundromat presents a great opportunity for a first-time buyer. Nestled within a strip center on a major street. It has great visibility in...

$145,000

$145,000

Leo Landaverde

Greenland Advisors

Serving Fresno County, CA

Greenland Advisors is a modern business brokerage firm based in Austin, Texas, focused on helping business owners exit with maximum value, discretion, and strategic precision. We specialize in representing profitable, owner-operated and lower middle-market businesses across a range of industries, providing end-to-end advisory from valuation through closing. Our approach goes beyond traditional brokerage—we position each business like an asset, crafting compelling narratives, optimizing deal structure, and creating competitive buyer demand to drive premium outcomes. Our process is built on three core principles: Preparation drives valuation Confidentiality protects value Execution determines outcome We work exclusively with serious owners who are ready to explore a sale within the next 6–24 months, as well as qualified buyers seeking vetted, high-quality opportunities in the Austin market. At Greenland Advisors, we don’t just list businesses—we engineer successful exits.

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Specialty Emergency Construction Co.

California

When a hospital, data center, or other critical facility cannot afford a fuel-system failure, this is the company owners and engineers' call. For more than 26 years, this specialty contractor has...

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Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $3,092,143

Established Recruiting Firm Serving Multiple Industries!

California

Established recruiting firm providing talent acquisition and staffing solutions to employers across multiple industries, including healthcare and behavioral health, legal, education, and business...

$4,033,000

$4,033,000

EBITDA: $300,000

Profitable Local Lead Generation Portfolio - Recurring Revenue

Los Angeles County, CA

Profitable online business that generates exclusive leads for local service companies through niche websites. Designed to produce recurring monthly revenue with low overhead and minimal day-to-day...

$50,000

$50,000

Cash Flow: $38,000

Simple Coin Laundry For Sale in Hayward, CA

Hayward, CA

Simple Coin Laundry For Sale in Hayward. Located in a Shopping center with many Parking Space. Monthly Estimated Gross: $22,000 and Monthly Estimated Cash Flow: $8,000/m. Rent: 4,427/m, Lease until...

$470,000

$470,000

Cash Flow: $96,000

UPS Franchise LA County

Los Angeles, CA

United Parcel Service Franchise in East Los Angeles County. Controls a 5 mile Radius Area. This business is being sold on opportunity and NOT on the Net Income. In 2024 the Net Income was $59,000 when...

$350,000

$350,000

Mac Tools
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Starting your own business. The American dream. The opportunities are endless. And with Mac Tools – you’ll have a built-in support network to help make your dream a reality. With a Mac Tools franchise, we provide everything you need to get on the right path.

$20,000

$20,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $520,010

7 FedEx Linehaul Runs for sale - ABSENTEE OWNED!

Rialto, CA

Business includes a total of 7 FedEx linehaul runs to include: 5 dedicated (solo) runs, 1 unassigned (team) run and local spot work. Runs domiciled out of two regional terminals in Rialto and...

$1,800,000

$1,800,000

Cash Flow: $490,445

Laundromat in Hemet, California

Hemet, CA

This laundry location is an excellent affordable starter store with hugh upsides. It has great visibility in a high traffic area. Priced for a quick sale. NO Broker/Agent Co-Op....

$90,000

$90,000

Turnkey Charcuterie Catering Business in Coastal Southern California

$220,000 - San Diego County, CA

$220,000

San Diego County, CA

Robert Moran

United Franchise Group

Laundromat in Hemet, California

Hemet, CA

This established laundromat has excellent street exposure for easy access. There is ample parking in the front and back of the laundromat. There is a lot of potential. This is a must see! NO...

$220,000

$220,000

Cash Flow: $64,188

Thumbtack-Dominant Career Services Business

California

This business dominates the resume and career services category on Thumbtack. Since 2020, it has accumulated over 4,000 five-star reviews and has been recognized as a Top Pro for six consecutive...

$710,500

$710,500

Cash Flow: $218,629

Profitable San Diego Irrigation Business — Owner Retiring

San Diego, CA

Established irrigation installation and repair business serving San Diego County since 2019. Owner-operated, home-based, and fully mobile — no facility lease, low overhead. Revenue has grown 64% over...

$75,000

$75,000

Cash Flow: $29,357

14 FedEx Ground Routes, Rialto CA

Bloomington, CA

Imagine owning 14 established FedEx Ground routes that practically run themselves. You'll love how these contiguous routes in Rialto, California create incredible operational efficiency through smart...

$1,295,000

$1,295,000

EBITDA: $325,000

8 FedEx Ground Routes, Rialto CA

Bloomington, CA

Imagine owning eight well-established FedEx Ground routes that practically run themselves! You'll love how these contiguous routes in Rialto, California create incredible efficiency through smart load...

$827,000

$827,000

EBITDA: $229,000

6 FedEx Linehaul Team Runs - Sacramento CA

Sacramento, CA

Imagine stepping into a thriving FedEx Ground Linehaul operation that's already generating steady revenue from six established team runs in Northern California. You'll love the peace of mind that...

$1,950,000

$1,950,000

EBITDA: $540,000

15 FedEx Ground Routes, San Francisco CA. 2.0 integrated.

South San Francisco, CA

Imagine stepping into a turnkey logistics operation that's already generating strong cash flow from day one. You'll be acquiring 15 well-established FedEx Ground pickup and delivery routes serving the...

$1,400,000

$1,400,000

EBITDA: $397,000

Dryer Vent Wizard
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Ranked #1 Dryer Vent Cleaning franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $747K multi-unit average gross sales!*

$50,000

$50,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $236,672

9 FedEx Ground Routes, Carson CA

Carson, CA

Imagine yourself owning nine profitable FedEx Ground pickup and delivery routes in Carson, California - a business that's been generating consistent cash flow for years. You'll love how these routes...

$995,000

$995,000

EBITDA: $315,000

Event Production Company w/ Est. Brand & Clientele

Los Angeles County, CA

This is a well-established event production company specializing in the multi-family & luxury apartment markets, plus corporate events! They are known as one of the most respected event production...

$349,000

$349,000

Cash Flow: $125,148

Established Promotional Products & Apparel Business - Low Overhead

$115,000 - Orange County, CA

$115,000

Orange County, CA

Kaden Hultgren

United Franchise Group

Highly Profitable Engineering Consulting Firm - $1.4M Backlog

Riverside, CA

Highly profitable and established Southern California engineering consulting and technical services company with a strong track record serving well-established commercial and industrial clients. The...

$6,000,000

$6,000,000

EBITDA: $1,383,318

Profitable Dry Cleaners + Plant - Neighborhood Favorite!!

Los Angeles County, CA

Are you ready to take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey? A fantastic opportunity awaits you with a well-established, successful business in the vibrant city of Long Beach, CA, now on the...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $151,158

Wonderly
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Wonderly Lights presents a unique franchise opportunity tailored to your entrepreneurial preferences, allowing you to run a seasonal addition to your business portfolio or a stand-alone, year-round, full-service outdoor lighting business. Our seasonal holiday lighting services provide an especially attractive opportunity for those balancing their time with another seasonal venture.

$50,000

$50,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $105,349

Legal Document Assistance

Long Beach, CA

Established Legal Document Assistance Business - Long Beach, CA This profitable legal document assistance business has been serving the Long Beach community since 2004, generating consistent revenue...

$75,000

$75,000

Employee's running Good Potential with owner's management Since 2010

La Habra, CA

* GROSS SALES $21000/MO * SIZE 2600 SQ.FT. * LEASE 18 YEARS LEFT ORIGINALLY 25 YEARS * RENT $7400 INCLUDING CAM CHARGE & TRASH * BIZ HOUR 5:00AM--11:00PM * NEIGHBORHOOD RETAIL CENTER ON MAJOR STREET...

$450,000

$450,000

HIGH VOLUME Coin Laundry and Optional Property -New Construction

Huntington Park, CA

Linda’s Lavanderia – High-Volume Coin Laundry Business | Real Estate Available Separately An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established, high-volume coin laundry business in a highly...

$2,889,000

$2,889,000

Landscape Design-Build Contractor, Semi-Absentee Ownership

California

Established design-build landscape and outdoor-living contractor in the San Diego metropolitan area, producing approximately $590K in three-year average Seller's Discretionary Earnings on more than...

$2,500,000

$2,500,000

Cash Flow: $590,000

High-End Custom Stone Fabricator- $230K 2 YR Avg. SDE-Biz+Real Estate

San Diego County, CA

For over three decades, this natural and engineered stone fabrication and installation business has been the dominant high-end player in Southern California's top markets. Specializing in high-margin...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $275,156

Gary Walswick

KW COMMERCIAL

Serving Orange County, CA

KW COMMERCIAL is a Division of Keller Williams International, the recognized leader in the Real Estate Estate Industry, with almost 180,000 Agents around the world. The Commercial Division is a network of over 2,000 Commercial Real Estate Professionals, strategically placed in key Market Centers around the country. Capitalizing on it's " Local Touch & Global Reach", KW COMMERCIAL delivers a full spectrum of CRE Services, driven by the Client's needs and the highest level of market exposure.

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New equipment, new opportunities in the heart of LA

Los Angeles, CA

This fully equipped laundromat operates in a dense, high traffic Los Angeles market with dedicated parking and convenient extended hours seven days a week. The business generates revenue through self...

$650,000

$650,000

Fully Operated Laundromat - Business Opportunity

Lakewood, CA

Fully operated large laundromat with 27 washers, 34 dryers (17 sets), a new coin change machine, 3 vending machines, automatic system for doors to open and close on a preset timer. three candy...

$350,000

$350,000

Established Business Brokerage

$98,000 - Shasta County, CA

$98,000

Shasta County, CA

Judah Dishington

United Franchise Group

Lancaster Pool Service Route for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Desirable size starter route ready to grow. Well maintained pools mainly on the Westside, ,Crystal clear and algae free! Majority won through referrals. Own your own recession-proof business. Create...

$48,000

$48,000

Cash Flow: $53,000

Costa Mesa – Established Dry Cleaner | Loyal Clientele | Profitable

Costa Mesa, CA

Turnkey & Profitable Business Opportunity • Low rent • Only 2 employees • Easy to operate • Plenty of parking • Strong visibility • Loyal, established clientele • Turnkey and ready for immediate...

$99,000

$99,000

Ledgers
Franchise

Available in California

Build a scalable, year-round business. We Take The Stress Out Of Running Your Business! Ledgers offers tax, payroll, compliance, and business advisory services to small businesses and individuals desiring a full-service provider through its franchised firms in various locations.

$48,000

$48,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $294,192

Dry Cleaners - La Canada Flintridge, Good location

La Canada, CA

This well-established dry cleaning operation presents an exceptional acquisition opportunity in the prestigious La Canada Flintridge. Owner has been running the business 20 years. Reason for retire....

$199,000

$199,000

Cash Flow: $156,000

Central LA Laundromat - Strong Cash Flow & Growth Potential

North Hollywood, CA

This fully equipped laundromat is located in a high-density Central Los Angeles County market with dedicated parking and convenient seven-day operations from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM. The business provides...

$549,000

$549,000

Cash Flow: $108,000

Chico Pool Service Route for Sale

Butte County, CA

Perfect starter route with all accounts in highly desirable Chico, CA. All accounts are residential and inground. Successful seasoned seller will be a great source of information. No Spas or...

$14,000

$14,000

Cash Flow: $20,000

Dry Cleaner in Thousand Oaks

Thousand Oaks, CA

This well established, highly profitable business is now available at an exceptionally reasonable asking price. Opportunities like this are rare This is a rare opportunity to secure a thriving and and...

$160,000

$160,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Fresh Juice and Smoothies in Santa Clarita

Newhall, CA

Available for sale is this hidden gem in Santa Clarita, California. Specializing in fresh juice and smoothies. This business stands out for its dedication to crafting refreshing extremely healthy, and...

$185,000

$185,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

$199K Purchase Price | $401K TTM Revenue | Established 2010

Redlands, CA

Opportunity to acquire an established glass and home-services business serving the Redlands, California market. Operating since 2010, the business has developed more than 15 years of local market...

$199,000

$199,000

Established Mail & Business Services Center

San Mateo County, CA

Acquire a proven, long-standing business that serves as a convenient one-stop destination for shipping, private mailboxes, printing, and other essential services. Built on reliability and professional...

$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $135,118

Profitable Direct-Hire Recruiting Business | $400K Revenue | Low Overh

Riverside County, CA

Established and growing direct-hire hospitality recruiting business offering an opportunity to acquire a large, established territory covering Nevada, San Diego County, Riverside County, and Imperial...

$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $145,000

Dry Cleaning Facility in the Best of Newport Beach

Newport Beach, CA

This is an opportunity to own a Dry Cleaning agency in the prominently side of Newport Beach. Owner has been in this business since 2008 and had successfully went through the toughest time of...

$225,000

$225,000

Homestretch
Franchise

Available Nationwide

Perfect for today's housing market. The HOMEstretch franchise is an innovative home services concept that focuses exclusively on preparing homes for sale through fast, cosmetic improvements

$150,000

$150,000

Avg. Unit Revenue: $385,818

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 Analyzed432
Asking Price$377,500
Reported Revenue$557,362
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$155,680
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$150,000$377,500$806,250

Market Financial Highlights

The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Service Businesses for sale in California.

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$264,611$84,000
Median$557,362$155,680
Upper Quartile$1,370,875$277,415

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.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.511.46
Median0.762.42
Upper Quartile1.023.36

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 $377,500, though prices range from under $150,000 to well over $806,250.

How much do Service Businesses owners in California earn?

The median reported revenue of Service Businesses in California is $557,362 and owners earn a median of $155,680, 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 0.76. Earning multiples range from 1.46 to 3.36, with the median at 2.42. This means the typical Service Business in California may ask for around 0.76 times its annual revenue, and 2.42 times its annual owner earnings.

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