San Diego County, CA
Service Businesses in CA For Sale
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Ramona Pool Service Route for Sale
Junk Hauling Removal business
Bakersfield, CA
Established Dry Cleaning Business — Two Locations
Montclair, CA
Profitable Dry Cleaners in Affulent Beach Location
Orange County, CA
Large laundromat in prime Los Angeles location
Los Angeles, CA
Architectural Sheet Metal Fabrication and Installation Contractor
Alameda County, CA
Morongo Valley Pool Service Route for Sale
San Bernardino County, CA
Well Established Junk Hauling business
Petaluma, CA
Laundromat in San Gabriel Valley
West Covina, CA
Highly Profitable Dry Cleaner in the heart of the business district
San Diego County, CA
PaintEZ
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Established Dry Cleaning Business – Two Prime Locations
Indio, CA
Coin Laundry and Pure Water Store-New Renovation-More Potential
Santa Clara County, CA
Turnkey Charcuterie Catering Business in Prime San Diego Market
$449,000
San Diego County, CA
Short-term Rental Property Management Co.
California
Residential Window & Door Replacement Contractor
California
Miles Pruitt
Murphy Business & Financial
Serving Santa Clara County, CA
Why Choose Murphy Business Brokerage Services? Selling a business is a stressful, complicated process. Without expert assistance, many sellers struggle to sell their business for fair market value. Thankfully, business brokerage services make selling your business much easier. With a business broker’s assistance, you’ll get an accurate sense of your company’s market value, and you’ll be able to sell your business more quickly and more easily than if you go it alone. As one of the largest and most successful business brokerage firms in North America, Murphy Business can help you capture full value when selling a business. Our experience and expertise will help you at every stage of the sales process: from valuing your business to marketing your offering to closing your transaction. Our Business Brokerage Process Murphy Business Brokers use time-tested strategies and resources to help their clients capture full value when selling a business. Below is a brief, step-by-step overview of our business brokerage process. Non-Disclosure Agreement. At Murphy Business, we appreciate the sensitive nature of business sales and the data that is handled during the business brokerage process. Before we take any active steps to sell your business, we will commit to a Non-Disclosure Agreement to ensure confidentiality throughout the transaction process. Determine Market Value. To prepare your business for sale, we will perform broker’s opinion of market value or recommend a valuation. A valuation specialist will collect historical and financial data about your business, after which, he or she will use that data to calculate the fair market value of your business. Often, business owners will overvalue or undervalue their business without a valuation, making this a crucial step in the sales process. If this figure is lower than expected, we can advise you on how to increase your business’s value. Sign Engagement Agreement. Once we’ve completed your valuation, you can choose whethe
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Hawthorn Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Visalia Pool Service Route for Sale
Tulare County, CA
MEP engineering firm near Irvine CA specializing in K12, DSA projects
Lake Forest, CA
Critical Diesel Backup Systems Company with $3M in EBITDA
California
1 Bread Route - Central California
California
AMH Enterprises
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Real Estate Photography, 3D Matterport, Drone, Floor Plans & Websites
Alameda County, CA
Premier Northern California DUI Law Practice
Butte County, CA
Leading Business Brokerage Franchise
$99,000
San Jose, CA
Profitable Home Remodel Co. for Sale
Santa Barbara County, CA
Profitable Dry Cleaning & Alterations Business for Sale
San Francisco County, CA
Valet and Parking Management Business
Palm Desert, CA
Profitable General Engineering Company
Riverside County, CA
Laundromat in National City with Large Warehouse
National City, CA
Established Plumbing Contractor – San Diego County
San Diego, CA
Specialty Contracting Business 38+ Years,Top Reputation,Niche Services
Alameda County, CA
Conserva Irrigation
Franchise
Available in California
Glendora Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Design & Build Residential Construction
San Bernardino County, CA
Mailboxes - Packing & Shipping Center Business
$159,200
North Hollywood, CA
The UPS Store Franchise in Orange County California
Orange County, CA
Pool Service Route - San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA
Image360
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Sacramento Landscape Installation for sale
Placer County, CA
30+ Year Established Locksmith Business AAA Accounts | Semi-Absentee
Riverside County, CA
Established Aviation Part 145 Repair Station in Southern CA
El Cajon, CA
Top 3 Local Window Cleaning Business for Sale - Excellent Reputation
Ventura, CA
Well Established Security Patrol Company For Sale
Placer County, CA
Katherine Hudson
Modern Kathy
Serving San Luis Obispo County, CA
Modern Kathy Inc., doing business as SLO Broker & Associates, is a California real estate brokerage specializing in commercial, business, and residential real estate. Serving clients throughout San Luis Obispo County, the Central Coast, and the San Francisco Bay Area, the company provides personalized representation supported by local market knowledge, professional experience, and responsive service. Founded and led by California real estate broker Katherine Chen Hudson, Modern Kathy Inc. works with business owners, investors, commercial property owners, homeowners, buyers, and sellers. Its commercial services include business sales and acquisitions, restaurant and retail opportunities, commercial leasing, investment properties, market analysis, property marketing, contract negotiation, and transaction coordination. The company carefully assists clients with important considerations such as lease terms, equipment and inventory, confidentiality, financial documentation, licensing requirements, and business transition planning. Residential services include property valuation, listing preparation, customized marketing, buyer representation, contract negotiation, relocation assistance, and transaction management. Whether a client is selling a longtime home, purchasing a new residence, relocating, or investing in real estate, the company provides clear guidance throughout every stage of the transaction. Modern Kathy Inc. is committed to integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and personal attention. By combining Central Coast experience with an expanding Bay Area presence, the company connects clients with valuable market opportunities and a trusted network of lenders, contractors, inspectors, attorneys, and other professionals. The mission of Modern Kathy Inc. is to deliver exclusive, personalized real estate service while helping every client make informed decisions and achieve a successful commercial or residential transaction.
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Junkluggers Franchise Resale Opportunity: West LA Eco Junk Removal
Los Angeles, CA
Dry Cleaning Plant, Healthy Volume & Net Income, Same Owner For 18 Yrs
Los Angeles County, CA
Established Mobile Pet Grooming | $493K TTM Revenue | 84.6% Recurring
$250,000
San Diego, CA
High Profit Making HVAC Business in Southern California
Camarillo, CA
Pasadena Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Blue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Visalia Pool Service Route for Sale
Tulare County, CA
Temecula Pool Service Route for Sale
Riverside County, CA
Coin Laundry for Sale in Sacramento – Partially Absentee Owner's Run
Sacramento, CA
Long-Established B2B Janitorial & Facility-Supply Distributor 60 Years
Los Angeles County, CA
Full Dry Cleaner Plant (Citrus Height) + Agency (Rancho Cordova)
Rancho Cordova, CA
Sacramento Landscape Installation for sale
Placer County, CA
High Growth Northern California Dry Cleaner w/Wash & Fold!
Contra Costa County, CA
Established Medicare Home Health Agency
Los Angeles County, CA
>> Amazing Opportunity to Purchase Three Salon Suite Businesses
San Diego County, CA
Website Closers
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 | 432 |
| Asking Price | $395,000 |
| Reported Revenue | $554,876 |
| 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 | $395,000 | $832,347 |
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 | $88,795 |
| Median | $554,876 | $156,000 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,306,699 | $293,000 |
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 | 1.44 |
| 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 $395,000, though prices range from under $150,000 to well over $832,347.
How much do Service Businesses owners in California earn?
The median reported revenue of Service Businesses in California is $554,876 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 1.44 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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