Prudenville, MI
T&W Landscaping, Inc. boasts over 30 years of industry expertise and pride in being a trusted, dedicated and reliable landscaping and hardscaping service provider in Northern Michigan. The motivated...
$3,900,000
Service Businesses For Sale
Industry Info
Well Established, Profitable Design and Landscaping Business
**Turnkey FedEx Delivery Business – with High Profitability
Homestead, FL
Asset Sale Description Prime Location in Miami with Two Managers in Place **Turnkey FedEx Delivery Business – Absentee Ownership with High Profitability** This established FedEx delivery business...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
Automotive Shop - 37+ Years of General Mechanic, Brake & Alignment
San Joaquin County, CA
This well-established automotive mechanic shop has been serving the San Joaquin area for over 37 years, specializing in brakes and alignment. Known for its impeccable reputation and excellent service,...
$475,000
Cash Flow: $171,812
Recession proof West Palm Beach pool route
West Palm Beach, FL
FOR SALE: Established Pool Route Business Own Your Time. Earn Steady Income of $5,925 per month plus repairs with 60 accounts. Live Free. Ready to Be Your Own Boss? If you're tired of the 9-to-5...
$71,100
Cash Flow: $69,500
San Antonio, TX: Highly Profitable Security Business for Sale
San Antonio, TX
The Signal franchise network is dedicated to providing peace of mind to communities and building a profitable, sustainable business. This isn’t just about stepping into revenue, it’s about growing...
$4,280,000
2
Home Improvement Siding Business in Washington, DC
Washington, DC
Take the chance to buy a highly promising franchise territory in one of the quickest growing home renovation markets. As the owner, you will not be installing siding but rather leading a team focused...
$110,000
Cash Flow: $225,000
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Own your own Thriving Summer Business!!
Long Branch, NJ
This established established Beach Accessory business located in Long Branch, NJ. There is a 5 year lease in place with Long Branch. It includes +/- 500 Chaise Lounges, 500 +/- Market Umbrellas, (10)...
$350,000
6
Work for Yourself Outdoors Goose Management Control-Contracts in Place
Onondaga County, NY
Update: Priced reduced from $454,000 to $395,000. Motivated owners remain supportive and transparent for low-risk transfer of ownership to new buyer. All special knowledge / procedures will be...
$395,000
Cash Flow: $170,472
Great Resale Opportunity in Phoenix / Scottsdale - 5 Territories!
Scottsdale, AZ
--> A Wildly Popular Home Services Franchise Brand with 1 Open Territory, 1 Soon to be Opened, and 3 Large Expansion Territories in Phoenix, Tempe, Chandler, and Scottsdale, AZ. Great High-Growth...
$195,000
South Central GA: Pool Supply Store and Services!
Lowndes County, GA
A rare opportunity to own an established, lucrative Pool Store with a massive Services division. Multiple revenue streams; Retail, Weekly Cleaning routes, Pool renovations! The store is a licensed...
$1,400,000
Cash Flow: $400,600
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FranchiseRichard's Painting
Available in Multiple Locations
Richard’s Painting is the leader in quality painting since 1999. Our goal is to be the go-to painters in your neighborhood, providing the best service possible. We focus on smaller territories to gain market share faster! Painting is our business but relationships are how we succeed.
$50,000
Home Improvement Siding Business in Savannah, GA
Savannah, GA
This is an opportunity to get of of the leading territories in a fast-evolving siding franchise in the home renovation sector. No experience needed in siding or home improvement – this opportunity is...
$135,000
Cash Flow: $272,000
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Home Improvement Siding Business in Baltimore, MD
Baltimore, MD
Check this thriving siding installation business in Baltimore, renowned for providing top-notch services to the community. With a solid record of profitability, this business primarily tailored for...
$124,500
Cash Flow: $280,000
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Multi-Revenue Stream Business Brokerage - Lucrative Opportunity
$95,000
Marin County, CA
Coworking and Private Office Space Business - Semi-Absentee
Linn County, IA
This established coworking business represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a stable, cash-flowing operation in a thriving Cedar Rapids business district. Positioned in a central location...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
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High Profit Window Cleaning Business in Cleveland!
Cleveland, OH
Great opportunity to be your own boss and own a high profit business franchise in the thriving home and commercial service industry and in an attractive market! Lead Generation... This business is the...
$65,000
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Kevin Nery
The Nery Corporation d/b/a Coastal Business Brokers/Coastal M&A
Serving Bristol County, MA
The Nery Corporation D/B/A Coastal Business Brokers and Coastal M&A are Business Brokerage Firms providing professional services to sellers and buyers of small to mid-size companies. Our experience allows us to effectively value and market your company for sale in a confidential, professional manner. Our extensive local and national data base of buyers combined with our working knowledge enables us to successfully complete the process of ownership transfer. Buyers enjoy working with us because of the clear, detailed information provided to analyze the business opportunity. We often assist with financing options; negotiate for a win-win situation and completion of all other steps in the extensive process.
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High Profit Window Cleaning Business in Seattle!
Seattle, WA
Great opportunity to be your own boss and own a high profit business franchise in the thriving home and commercial service industry and in an attractive market! Lead Generation... This business is the...
$250,000
4
High Profit Window Cleaning Business in Portland!
Portland, OR
Great opportunity to be your own boss and own a high profit business franchise in the thriving home and commercial service industry and in an attractive market! Lead Generation... This business is the...
$65,000
3
Myrtle Beach, SC: Highly Profitable Security Business for Sale
Myrtle Beach, SC
The Signal franchise network is dedicated to providing peace of mind to communities and building a profitable, sustainable business. This isn’t just about stepping into revenue, it’s about growing...
$960,000
2
Reputable Power Washing Business with Loyal Customer Base
Charleston, SC
Premium power washing business achieving $100,000 annual revenue while operating only six months per year, demonstrating exceptional efficiency and untapped growth potential. Since 2023, this...
$100,000
4
South Coast, Mass: Highly Profitable Security Business for Sale
Fall River, MA
The Signal franchise network is dedicated to providing peace of mind to communities and building a profitable, sustainable business. This isn’t just about stepping into revenue, it’s about growing...
$1,100,000
2
FranchiseTile Liquidators Floor & Design
Available in Multiple Locations
Tile Liquidators Floor & Design - Low Overhead - High Profit Margin
$100,000
HVAC Business with High Sales & Profits
Cornelia, GA
This business strives to keep the air in which we live and breathe comfortable and clean, so people live healthier, happier lives. Since 2016, this dedicated team of technicians at the HVAC company...
$395,000
Cash Flow: $154,700
High Volume Print, Promo & Marketing Business - Taylor County
Abilene, TX
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established B2B service provider, recognized for its outstanding quality and customer service. Specializing in print, marketing, and design solutions, the...
$2,650,000
Cash Flow: $1,073,875
Established Business Brokerage Territory – Prime Market
$95,000
Alameda County, CA
Established, Profitable, Specialty Wellness Store in Growing Sector
Mesa, AZ
Specialty retail business with strong EBITDA, loyal customers, and low owner involvement. A simple, well-run business in a growing wellness-focused category—ideal for a stable operator or...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $142,000
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Profitable Food/Catering Business
Summit County, OH
Urgent opportunity to acquire a profitable specialty food business in North Akron with exceptional value proposition - $120,000 in assets against $59,500 asking price, creating immediate equity for...
$59,500
Cash Flow: $30,000
5
3 FedEx Linehaul Runs - Rialto, CA
Bloomington, CA
Well-established FedEx Linehaul operation based out of Rialto, CA. The business primarily operates unassigned runs, offering flexibility and strong earning potential. With FedEx’s continued growth and...
$1,095,000
Cash Flow: $291,038
$1.48M EBITDA Boutique Digital Marketing Agency with 60% Margins
Mecklenburg County, NC
This boutique digital marketing agency represents a rare opportunity to acquire a high-margin, future-proof business with exceptional growth potential. Generating $2.5M-$3.5M in annual revenue with...
Pepperidge Farm Bread Route – Prime Huntington, NY Territory
Huntington, NY
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a Pepperidge Farm Bread Route in the highly desirable Huntington, NY area, consisting of 20 well-established stops servicing supermarkets, delis, and specialty...
$550,000
23 FedEx P&D Routes- North Eastern North Carolina
North Carolina
Business Overview: • Contracted Service Area (CSA) operating out of Northeastern North Carolina • Route mix includes 60% E-Com(Residential) and 40% Ground(Commercial) Pickup & Delivery services. •...
$2,225,000
Cash Flow: $712,492
Absentee Opportunity | 3 Texas Locations | $269K Cash Flow | $1.1M Ask
Texas
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Reputable Cleaning services business operating across three major Texas metropolitan areas: Austin, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Greater San Antonio. This turnkey operation generates...
$1,100,000
Cash Flow: $269,279
FranchisePoolwerx
Available Nationwide
Multiple revenue streams with franchisees averaging over $762,000 in gross profit yearly. With a proven business model and successful track record, we’re excited to offer you a range of franchise opportunities.
$50,000
Specialized Recurring Environmental Engineering and Consulting Firm
Monroe County, IN
Established in 2011, this Midwestern environmental engineering and consulting firm has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, regulatory-compliant solutions across a diverse set of...
$1,450,000
Cash Flow: $581,811
Growing B2B/B2C Service Business | Franchise Support | $500K+ Rev
Knoxville, TN
This is your chance to step into a growing B2B service business that’s part of a respected national franchise brand—name withheld for confidentiality. The business fills a unique niche in a fragmented...
$145,000
Cash Flow: $86,264
Custom Apparel and Promo Products Business
$99,500
Bexar County, TX
Established Sign Business Opportunity
Orange County, CA
Established sign and graphics franchise business in Santa Ana, CA! Great reputation with over 15 years of business, great customer retention, and an awesome location that allows the new owner to keep...
$170,000
Cash Flow: $27,428
Great Pool Route in Sarasota, FL
Sarasota, FL
Here’s your chance to own a pool route from the city of Sarasota, Parish and Bradenton! It consists of 73 accounts generating a guaranteed $7,650 per month plus MORE from repairs and filter cleans!...
$91,800
Cash Flow: $89,734
FranchiseFive Star Bath Solutions
Available in Multiple Locations
With an average ticket of $12,538 and $8.4 MILLION in total income, this bathroom transformation franchise is the NEXT BIG THING in franchising.
$100,000
Extremely Profitable Catering Company- NO RENT
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Established in 2010, this highly profitable full-service catering and banquet business is located in West Broward and serves a loyal 55+ community alongside major corporate clients such as hospitals...
$599,000
Cash Flow: $259,895
Profitable HVAC business in the Bay Area
Santa Clara County, CA
Profitable, home-based HVAC and appliance repair company leverages skilled independent contractors for installations, seasonal maintenance, and complex fixes. Strong demand for climate-control...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $156,809
Window Cleaning Business for Sale - (Very Profitable!)
Columbus, OH
#1 Rated Window Cleaning Company in Columbus! Great opportunity to own your own established, successful business franchise in the thriving home and commercial service industry and in an attractive...
$75,000
Cash Flow: $62,000
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Established Sandblasting and Powder Coating Business
San Diego County, CA
Exciting Business Opportunity: Profitable Sandblasting & Powder Coating Shop in San Diego County! This is your chance to own a well-established, profitable sandblasting and powder coating business...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $88,955
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San Antonio, TX Coaching Franchise - Now Available
San Antonio, TX
This is a lucrative regional franchise opportunity for a professional services firm to partner with a successful company with a 32-year history and a successful track record spanning 87 countries! The...
$714,000
Pall Spera Company
Pall Spera
Serving Lamoille County, VT
The Realtors of Pall Spera Company know Stowe – every view, every hillside, every road and every trend. Since 1969, they have sold starter homes, lots, commercial real estate, vacation hideaways, cabins, condos and world-class estates. Whether you want a rambling Vermont farmhouse or a low-maintenance pied-à-terre, a Pall Spera Realtor knows where to look. Or maybe you’d just like to browse, to daydream about living in Stowe, Waterbury, Morrisville, Hyde Park or elsewhere in North Central Vermont. Come into our offices on the Mountain Road in Stowe, on Main Street in Stowe Village and on Park Street in Morrisville. Talk to our people. See what’s available to meet your lifestyle dreams.
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Rare Opportunity - Laundromat w/ Real Estate for Sale
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Minneapolis, MN
This opportunity represents the acquisition of an iconic, high-volume laundromat located in the Minneapolis Metro, together with its underlying real estate. The business is fully tended during...
$2,400,000
Cash Flow: $325,000
Growing Automotive Repair & Maintenance in Atlanta Suburbs
Georgia
Strong reputation for dependability and excellent customer service. The company focuses on comprehensive vehicle maintenance and repairs, serving both individual clients and fleet accounts....
$400,000
B2B Print, Promo & Marketing Business
$75,000
Montpelier, VT
Commercial Janitorial Company for Sale
Minneapolis, MN
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly successful commercial cleaning service company in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro. The Company enjoys the benefits of a robust and...
$995,000
Cash Flow: $336,529
Tree Service Business for Sale
Hamilton County, IN
This established residential tree care company serving Central Indiana has a reputation for safety, quality, and reliability. The business offers a full range of high-demand residential services...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $183,522
FranchiseLawn Doctor
Available in Multiple Locations
Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 #1 In Category!
$60,000
$1.78M EBIDTA - U.S. Government Contractor - Cyber Warfare Training
Arlington County, VA
Founded in 2005, this U.S.-based defense services firm delivers specialized training, curriculum development, and technical support for federal agencies, with a focus on cyber operations, tactical...
Cash Flow: $2,010,000
Established Profitable Fitness Center, Turnkey, Immaculate Facility
Connecticut
Thriving Fitness Center for Sale – Central Connecticut Established for over 10 years, this successful fitness center is located in a prime, high visibility plaza on a main thoroughfare in Central...
$395,000
Cash Flow: $166,441
Charcuterie and Catering Business for Sale
Bergen County, NJ
This location operates as a storefront charcuterie board business, standing out as one of only four similar service providers in North Jersey. Strategically positioned in a high-income area, it caters...
$164,999
Cash Flow: $10,000
Profitable and VERY Scalable Florida Wedding Expo For Sale
Florida
Highly Profitable and Scalable Expo Business – Based in Florida Asking Price: $325,000 Location: Florida (Home-Based, Nationwide Potential) Years Established: 10 Reason for Sale: Owner Retiring...
$325,000
Cash Flow: $137,500
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Turnkey Shared Workspace Business in Growth Market
Franklin County, OH
Excellent opportunity to acquire a turnkey flexible workspace business located in one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the Midwest. The space is fully furnished, professionally managed,...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $30,846
Houston Service Business | App-Driven Operations | Contractor Model
Tomball, TX
Established Houston Service Business – Tech-Enabled, Contractor-Run, Remotely Managed Step into a fully built and streamlined Houston-based service business that’s designed for modern-day flexibility,...
$15,000
Cash Flow: $22,000
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Profitable Snow Removal and Excavation - Resort Community
Eagle County, CO
This company is a rare gem: a high-margin, contract-based snow removal and seasonal services business in Colorado’s Vail Valley. Founded in 2021, it has achieved what most startups can’t — rapid,...
$449,900
Cash Flow: $214,000
Arlington Heights, IL: Highly Profitable Security Business for Sale
Elgin, IL
The Signal franchise network is dedicated to providing peace of mind to communities and building a profitable, sustainable business. This isn’t just about stepping into revenue, it’s about growing...
$1,900,000
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Ultra High-Margin Snow Removal Business
Cook County, IL
This locally-renown and growing snow removal business is a specialized snow removal business based in Chicago, IL, serving both residential and commercial clients. Established in 2022, the business...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
FranchiseJani-King
Available in Multiple Locations
Jani-King - A World of Opportunity
$25,340
Buy or Sell a Service Business
Acquisitions of service business are on the rise, and it’s easy to see why. Service businesses provide niche professional support to customers and cover a wide range of industries. The benefits of owning a service business include operational flexibility, high profitability, low overhead costs, minimal inventory and supplies, and the possibility of generating multiple revenue streams. One of the primary advantages of buying an existing service business is that it comes with established credibility in the market.
For those in the market to buy or sell a service business, 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 service businesses.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
5,359 |
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Median Asking Price |
$312,338 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$525,724 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$152,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Service Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.43 |
1.50 |
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Median |
0.72 |
2.43 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.08 |
3.44 |
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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
Popular Service Businesses
Some of the most popular categories include:
- Appliance Repair Businesses
- Architecture and Engineering Firms
- Catering Companies
- Cleaning Businesses
- Commercial Laundry Businesses
- Dry Cleaners
- Funeral Homes
- Landscaping and Yard Service Businesses
- Laundromats and Coin Laundry Businesses
- Locksmith Businesses
- Medical Billing Businesses
- Pest Control Businesses
- Property Management Businesses
- Security Businesses
- Staffing Agencies
- Waste Management and Recycling Businesses
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a service business?
Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in the U.S. is approximately $312,338.
How much do service business owners earn?
These businesses vary in sales volume, but service business owners report median annual sales of $525,724 and annual owner earnings of $152,000. 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 range from 0.43 to 1.08, with the median at 0.72. Earnings multiples range from 1.50 to 3.44, with the median at 2.43. These values indicate that a typical service business may sell for around 0.72 times its annual revenue, and 2.43 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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