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Service Businesses in CA For Sale

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Kitchen Cabinet Refinishing -Owner net income 230,000

Contra Costa County, CA

Net income of approximately $230,000 for c-6 license kitchen refinishing franchise. Description: This is an excellent business for C-33 California contractor licensed individuals or General contractor...

$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $230,000

Established Home-Based Mobile Screening Business

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

Profitable dry cleaner in San Diego

San Diego County, CA

Location, Location, Location! Prime location in San Diego with tons of delicious restaurants, fun bars and great shopping Established in 1990 and current owner since 2004 Approx. 2,190 SF Monthly base...

$650,000

$650,000

EBITDA: $216,000

Air Filtration Products and Services

California

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS This outstanding acquisition opportunity is for a company that specializes in industrial air filtration products and services. The Company’s mission is to provide cleaner working...

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $705,000

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Cash Flow: $705,000

Dry Cleaners in San Francisco for Sale!

San Francisco, CA

Full dry cleaning plant with shirts pressing unit for sale in San Francisco! With the ability to do everything in house you can make sure quality is never sacrificed as you make sure you make the...

$249,000

$249,000

Well Established Custom Upholstery Shop in Same Location 49 Years

Orange County, CA

This Custom Upholstery completes all work in-house. All furniture and fabric remain at their facility in a secure, smoke-free environment. The customer can design his/her own piece or get a custom...

$168,000

$168,000

Cash Flow: $84,000

Mail Box Rental in Glendale

Glendale, CA

This is an asset sale !!,If you really like the best mail box rental and shipping place in Glendale, this is the place. and this mail box store is perfect for all your mailing needs. This private mail...

$169,000

$169,000

Cash Flow: $24,000

Dry-cleaner with Plant - Absentee Owner

Silver Lake, CA

DryCleaner with Plant. Long established, absentee owner in Silverlake. It is situated in an extremely heavy foot traffic plaza where customers walk in every few minutes. Italian made Union Brand, 7...

$229,000

$229,000

Cash Flow: $72,000

Highly Profitable and Established Laundromat in Fresno, Ca

Fresno, CA

Seize this rare opportunity to own a thriving laundromat business in Fresno, CA! Located at 3275 E Shields Ave, Happy Wash & Dry Laundromat is a well-established business with a solid reputation in...

$675,000

$675,000

Turn key Valley location in Van Nuys.

Van Nuys, CA

Excellent location at a major inersection in Van Nuys with good visibility from all directions. Ample parking. Almost all washers recently replaced and under warranty. Multiple income streams...

$400,000

$400,000

Dry Cleaner in Van Nuys

Van Nuys, CA

This dry cleaning business with the plant is located in a busy plaza with very high traffic count and if you like the high quality of service for the dry cleaning, this is the place and this is the...

$119,000

$119,000

Cash Flow: $48,000

Dry Cleaners in West Hills

West Hills, CA

If you like the high quality of service for the dry cleaning, this is the place and this is the perfect location for the dry cleaners. This well established dry cleaning plant is located in a high...

$149,000

$149,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Lab, Medi-Medi, Staff, Equipment, Partnership Preferred, Write-off

Orange County, CA

Big, spectacular clinical laboratory, fully equipped for infectious diseases testing, chemistry, and toxicology, with active Medicare and Medi-Cal. Seller is motivated to any deal and note. Business...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Dry Cleaners in Mountain View for sale!

Mountain View, CA

Full Dry Cleaning plant that also has shirts pressing machines for sale in Mountain View. With the ability to do all work on site you can make sure the quality and care is up to your own standards!...

$349,000

$349,000

Dry Cleaners Business with Growth Potential

Los Angeles County, CA

This dry-cleaning business's current and previous owners have enjoyed over 45 years of stable operations at the same location since the mall was built around 1979. The store is ideally situated next...

$230,000

$230,000

Cash Flow: $140,000

Carter Asefi

FranBizNetwork

Serving Contra Costa County, CA

FranBizNetwork was founded by veteran franchise business brokers Carter Asefi and Emily Burns in order to bring buyers, sellers and franchise professionals together, and to serve as a resource to the franchise business community. With over 60 years in combined brokerage experience, we know that each transaction is different, and are committed to serving the unique needs of our clients. The business brokers working with FranBizNetwork know how to anticipate and avoid potential issues before they become problems, and are pros at keeping transactions on the right track. All FranBizNetwork listings are posted on our website. Please visit us at www.FranBizNetwork.com and see what's new.

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Heating & Air Conditioning Business (New Installs and Repairs)

Thousand Oaks, CA

Sale price includes vehicles and all equipment assets needed to run daily operations. This busy Heating & AC business is part of one the largest and leading HVAC service providers in the United...

$229,899

$229,899

Cash Flow: $646,000

Fastest Labs Franchises Locations – A Turnkey Investment

Los Angeles County, CA

Fastest Labs is a leading provider of drug, alcohol, and DNA testing services, specializing in fast, accurate, and reliable results for individuals and organizations. With a proven franchise model,...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $89,882

Profitable Staffing Company with Approved Vendor Status

Contra Costa County, CA

This well-established staffing solutions provider, with over 24 years in business, has built strong relationships with major companies in high-tech, utility, biotech, and healthcare sectors. The...

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $438,000

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Cash Flow: $438,000

Law Enforcement and Government Transcription & Translation

California

Majority of contracts 3-7 years Customer base consists entirely of Government agencies, including municipal, state, Federal, and Department of Defense, with a focus on law enforcement and public...

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $517,000

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EBITDA: $517,000

Dry Cleaners Established 38 Yrs South Orange Cty

Orange County, CA

Dry cleaning business in a highly desirable community established in 1986 providing high-quality dry cleaning and alterations with prompt and friendly service, creating many satisfied, loyal customers...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $137,500

Spotless & State of the art No Ho Coin Laundry for Sale!

North Hollywood, CA

Spotless & state of the art NoHo Cl for sale. All the latest tech is HERE! Top of the line hybrid payment system w/ kiosk & F-3 FasCard accepting CCs, Apple & Google Pay. Imonex coin drops that can...

$595,000

$595,000

EBITDA: $92,808

Commercial Electrical Contractors

Madera County, CA

The asking price is well below market value for a quick sale! This successful electric company has been in business for over 20 years and established itself and the go-to electricians in the area....

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Environmental Consulting Firm with Ongoing Government Contracts

California

Environmental consulting firm that specializes in solutions for the federal government and public and private sector clients. They perform a diverse array of cultural resource services as well as...

$2,350,000

$2,350,000

Cash Flow: $195,562

General Contracting & Landscaping Business

Yolo County, CA

This well-established general contracting and landscaping business has been a trusted name in its market for decades, building a stellar reputation for quality and reliability. The business has...

$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $209,272

Non-Operational Laundromat with Renovation-Ready Rental Units

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Burney, CA

This property offers a unique chance to own a laundromat in a high-demand area near apartment complexes, where there is a strong need for laundry services. The laundromat is fully plumbed and ready...

$350,000

$350,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

10 FedEx Ground Routes, Tracy CA

Tracy, CA

Well-established and highly profitable FedEx Ground P&D (pickup and delivery) routes, fully overlapped, based out of the TRACY CA station. Routes are contiguous making load sharing efficient. 100%...

$990,000

$990,000

EBITDA: $287,000

Laundromat ( Coin Laundry in L.A.

Los Angeles, CA

The laundromat ( coin laundry) business is a good part-time business for people from all walks of life for supplemental income and you'll receive residual income from every single laundry load and...

$325,000

$325,000

Cash Flow: $72,000

San Gabriel beauty in Duarte

Duarte, CA

Large shopping center with abundant parking and great visibility. Clean store with mininal competition. Much potential to increase income with additional services and new equipment. Lease options...

$495,000

$495,000

Commercial and Residential Carpet and Floor Cleaning Business

Ventura, CA

Servicing Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties since 2009. This is a well established business specializing in cleaning carpet, tile and stone floors, upholstery, vinyl planking, pet stains, odor...

$125,000

$125,000

The UPS Store Franchise in Riverside County, CA

Riverside County, CA

SBA Pre-Qualified! A rare opportunity to purchase a thriving The UPS Store franchise in Riverside County, California - without all of the initial startup costs and concerns. The 2022 revenues exceeded...

$535,000

$535,000

Cash Flow: $136,802

The UPS Store Franchise in Riverside County CA

Riverside County, CA

SBA Pre-Qualified! A rare opportunity to purchase a thriving The UPS Store franchise in Riverside County, California - without all of the initial startup costs and concerns. The 2024 YTD through July...

$1,100,000

$1,100,000

Cash Flow: $256,781

The UPS Store Franchise in Riverside County CA

Riverside County, CA

SBA Pre-Qualified! An excellent opportunity to purchase a thriving The UPS Store franchise in Riverside County, California - without all of the initial startup costs and concerns. The 2023 revenues...

$825,000

$825,000

Cash Flow: $291,388

Successful Clothing and Specialty cleaning Business-35 yrs reputation

Inglewood, CA

For over 35 years, This business has been the go-to name for expert dry and specialty cleaning and restoration in Los Angeles. Located in a high-traffic, growing community, this business has built a...

$475,000

$475,000

Cash Flow: $268,000

Hi Volume Dry Cleaner S. OC

Dana Point, CA

MONTHLY GROSS: $63,000 MONTHLY RENT: $8,300 LEASE TERMS: NEW LEASE STORE SIZE: 1,450 OPEN HOURS: 9AM-6PM MON-FRI, 9AM-5PM SAT EMPLOYEES: 4 FT, 1 PT WAGE: $16,000/MO OWNER SINCE: 2004 (1 OWNER WORKS...

$995,000

$995,000

Cash Flow: $314,895

Dental Equip. Repair Truck for Sale

Ventura County, CA

Established and Owned Since: 2010 Total Monthly Rent: 0 Home Office(Instead of paying rent you receive a tax write off!) Owner Works? Yes. (Only Worker) Charges $125 Hourly (Could charge up to $280...

$190,000

$190,000

Cash Flow: $122,000

Structural Engineering Business

Alameda County, CA

Well established Structural Engineering company based in the San Francisco Bay Area, has been a trusted provider of engineering services and solutions in the Bay Area for over 30 years. The company...

$800,000

$800,000

Cash Flow: $304,690

Window Screen Installation and Repair - PRICE REDUCED!

Santa Rosa, CA

PRICE REDUCED! OWNERS MOTIVATED! This long established (1989) Sonoma County mobile and in house screen company has been serving this North Bay community for many years. The family run business focuses...

$525,000

$525,000

Cash Flow: $235,000

Established Carpet Cleaning Franchise Resale - Orange County

Orange County, CA

This established Carpet Cleaning Franchise which includes three franchise territories offers a unique opportunity with over two decades of operational excellence. Since taking ownership in 2000, the...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $126,280

High Volume Laundromat with Robust Delivery Business

Los Angeles, CA

This laundromat, located in the Atwater Village neighborhood of Los Angeles, features recently upgrade equipment and a card-only payment system that eliminates the need for coins. With more than half...

$1,700,000

$1,700,000

Highly Profitable and Award-Winning Resume Writing Service

California

This highly profitable and award-winning resume writing service, a leading brand name with a strong reputation in the industry, has helped over 4,000 professionals across the U.S. land roles at top...

$210,000

$210,000

Cash Flow: $135,300

Michael Langford

Citizens Business Group

Serving Sacramento County, CA

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Carpet Cleaning Established Franchise

San Diego County, CA

Price reduced to $159,000 Franchise carpet cleaning business family owned since 1984. Franchise ranked number 1 in America by Entrepeneur Magazine with more locations than any other business in the...

$159,000

$159,000

Cash Flow: $140,000

Established Laundromat for Sale

Lynwood, CA

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a well-established laundromat in the heart of Lynwood! Successfully operated by the same owner for nearly 10 years, this fully equipped laundry business is...

$180,000

$180,000

North Valley Opportunity

Pacoima, CA

Highly visible corner location on busy street with plenty of parking. Wide spacious aisles with room to move. Many new large capacity washers and dryers. Hybrid payment system accepting all forms of...

$358,000

$358,000

Owner Retiring after 37 years. Dry Cleanings with Plant,

Santa Clara County, CA

High Volume dry cleaners Business with Plant for sale in a popular shopping center in the heart of city. Very with high visibility. Great repeat client base for continued profitability. Easy client...

$840,000

$840,000

Cash Flow: $373,338

Established Carpet Cleaning Franchise Resale - North San Diego County

San Diego County, CA

This established Carpet Cleaning Franchise which includes three franchise territories offers a unique opportunity with over two decades of operational excellence. Since taking ownership in 2000, the...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $126,280

Coin Laundry & Pickup Delivery Services For Sale in Daly City

Daly City, CA

Coin Laundry & Delivery Services in Daly City. Annual Estimated Gross to be $168,572 and Annual Estimated Cash Flow to be $64,611. Rent: 2,600/m about 1,000 sf. New Lease is negotiable. 5 Days Open...

$179,000

$179,000

Cash Flow: $64,611

Dry Cleaner for Sale

Yorba Linda, CA

Gross income : 18K Rent: $4100 Wages: $3700 Utilities: $2000 Supplies: $1000 Net Income: $7200 Buyer must do his/her own diligence. Listing agent did not verify information. For any Question Call or...

$80,000

$80,000

Cash Flow: $86,400

Home Based Plant Care And Maintenance Business

Los Angeles County, CA

OVERVIEW OWNER READY TO RETIRE!!! BUSINESS SALEWITHALLCLIENT LIST.SOME BUSINESS EQUIPMENT IS INCLUDED!!!GOOD HOME BASED BUSINESS. BUYER COULD INCORPORATE INTO AN EXISTING BUSINESS OR LOCATION. Central...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Reputable, Established HVAC & Refrigeration Business

Sacramento County, CA

This business grew and transitioned over the years, from primarily a restaurant equipment repair company to primarily a refrigeration and HVAC service company. The owner has worked with several patent...

$800,000

$800,000

Cash Flow: $366,686

Home-Based Tile Installation Business with Established Clientele

Los Angeles County, CA

This company is a well-established and highly regarded tile contracting business, serving the greater Los Angeles area with a strong focus on residential projects. With a solid reputation built over...

$75,000

$75,000

Cash Flow: $65,000

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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