Okaloosa County, FL
Retail liquor, Wine,Beer Sales. This Store has a selection of 3378 Products. Open 0900 AM-10:00 PM Mon thru Saturday . 0900 AM-0900 PM Sunday...
$800,000

Okaloosa County, FL
Retail liquor, Wine,Beer Sales. This Store has a selection of 3378 Products. Open 0900 AM-10:00 PM Mon thru Saturday . 0900 AM-0900 PM Sunday...
$800,000
Opa-Locka, FL
FAA Part 145 Certified Aircraft Repair Station - Specialized Cessna Service Established in 2022, this fully operational MRO 145 repair station offers specialized maintenance services for high-demand...
$375,000
Metairie, LA
Business-to-business sales and management company with Massive National Accounts operating in the $100 billion-dollar commercial builidng maintenance industry. In business since 1961 and franchising...
$177,000
Fort Worth, TX
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
EBITDA: $80,000
Philadelphia, PA
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...
$75,000
EBITDA: $90,000
Boise, ID
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
EBITDA: $75,000
Sacramento County, CA
In 2008 the current owner and chef began in San Francisco after working for over two decades in the restaurant/catering industry. She initially focused on special event catering, specifically within...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $112,000
Atlanta, GA
This is a commercial HVAC business that generated $1,500,000+ in net revenue in 2024, and is on track to generate over $2,000,000 in net for 2025. There is a turn key team in place and all business...
$12,000,000
Cash Flow: $2,200,000
Connecticut
This profitable, asphalt services company has provided high-quality paving solutions for more than three decades. Known for reliability and professionalism, the business serves both residential and...
$7,000,000
Cash Flow: $1,470,000
San Antonio, TX
Here’s your chance to own a pool route in San Antonio! It consists of 40 accounts generating a guaranteed $10,433 per month plus MORE from repairs and filter cleans! Although this route isn’t...
$125,196
Cash Flow: $122,379
Available in Multiple Locations
Paul Davis has over a 97% success rate for franchises because success is part of our business model!
$500,000
South Carolina
Get a jumpstart into logistics industry with bread routes! › Weekly Revenue: $11,726 › Active Accounts: 6 › Listing Ratio: 20:1 › Perfect for first-time business owners, this route offers room for...
$230,000
Manitowoc, WI
A Mission Foods Distribution Route Business is a business that distributes food products to grocery stores in a specified geographic region. Mission Foods is the leading manufacturer of tortillas in...
$48,000
Cash Flow: $35,711
Chattanooga, TN
Own a growing roll-off dumpster business in the rapidly expanding Chattanooga market. This operation includes a late-model Ram 5500 hook-lift truck, 68 dumpsters, and an established Bin There Dump...
$265,000
Ohio
Transworld Business Advisors of Northwest Ohio represents this engineering and sheet metal fabrication firm specializing in returnable containers, material handling systems, tool and die design, and...
$1,795,000
Cash Flow: $556,458
South Carolina
Own a profitable, rural operation with a strong management team! › 13 Trucks › 2 Managers › Two full-time managers on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of the business. › Rural territories...
$1,700,000
Cash Flow: $481,272
Bruce Felt
Griffiths, Dreher & Evans, PS, CPAs
Serving Spokane County, WA
Established in 1992. Our Investment Advisory Firm of CPAs specializes in helping owners exit their business or make leaving financially optional. Free Initial Consultation. www.grifco.com We have a wealth of information on valuation, exit planning and business sales.
Virginia
Own a profitable operation with a strong management team! › 12 Trucks › 2 Managers › Two full-time managers on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of the business. › Operation comes from a...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $491,932
Missouri
Own a profitable operation with a newer fleet! › 3 Managers › 33 Trucks › Higher-mileage territories offer easy routes for drivers and lower than average turnover. › Three full-time managers on staff...
$3,250,000
EBITDA: $842,574
Tennessee
Own a profitable, low-mileage operation with a strong management team! › 36 Trucks › 3 Managers › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Three full-time managers on staff to handle the daily...
$2,700,000
Cash Flow: $641,640
Marietta, GA
BOASTING A SIGNIFICANT UPWARD SALES GROWTH TREND IN THE LAST 3 YRS, this diamond quality family-run dry clean operation in robust Marietta is a sure winner... And located in a very clean, high-volume...
$255,000
Cash Flow: $162,000
Mississippi
Own a profitable, rural operation with a full-time manager! › 18 Trucks › 1 Manager › Rural territories offer easy routes for drivers and lower than average turnover. › Full-time manager and mechanic...
$1,900,000
Cash Flow: $532,789
Available in Multiple Locations
The Heaven's Best franchise organization, consistently ranked in the Top 50 Franchisee Satisfaction Awards, is dedicated to developing and supporting franchised business that provide quality residential and commercial cleaning services. Heaven's Best is a step above the rest. Benefit from unlimited growth potential with this unique, environmentally friendly carpet cleaning franchise. You will benefit from the low royalty fees, exclusive territories, Dry in One Hour cleaning process, training and support.
$40,000
Missouri
Own a profitable, low-mileage operation with a full-time manager! › 18 Trucks › 1 Manager › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational...
$1,300,000
Cash Flow: $314,924
Oklahoma
Own a profitable, rural operation with two managers! › 16 Trucks › 2 Managers › Value of fleet included in asking price. › Full-time managers on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of the...
$1,750,000
Cash Flow: $459,697
Oregon
- Specialized in sweeping paved areas and roadways. - Commercial, Manufacturing, Industrial, Construction, HOA's. - Excellent reputation with over 40 years in the market and long-term customers. -...
$4,600,000
EBITDA: $500,000
Fort Wayne, IN
Smash My Trash is a mobile dumpster compacting company, helping businesses and communities to reduce waste volume, save money and lower emissions. SMT is transforming the industry by empowering...
$1,300,000
Cash Flow: $290,000
Maricopa County, AZ
Well-Established sun screens and shades installation business servicing all of Maricopa County. Specialties include sun screens, patio screen enclosures, glass wall screen systems, retractable screen...
$800,000
Cash Flow: $275,000
Volusia County, FL
Seize the opportunity to own one of Central Florida’s highest-performing wedding venues! The venue is a thriving, fully turnkey business with every system, process, and staff member already in place...
$689,000
Cash Flow: $335,000
Virginia
This fast-growing Virginia-based behavioral health company (“Company”) is a premier outpatientsubstance abuse treatment provider dedicated to providing comprehensive care for individuals inrecovery....
$5,150,000
Cash Flow: $1,240,000
Watchung, NJ
Mission Foods Route for Sale – New Jersey Fantastic opportunity to own a well-established Mission Foods distribution route covering a compact and high-traffic territory across Westfield, Garwood,...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $104,000
Dallas County, TX
Established in 1990, this profitable lawn care and landscaping design company has built a strong reputation and loyal customer base across both residential and commercial markets. With recurring...
$405,000
Cash Flow: $152,796
Maryland
REVENUE $ 2,500,000 CASH FLOW $ 1,400,000 CASES IN MILL - 200 2 PARTNERS ( LITIGATOR AND MARKETING TEAM WILL STAY )...
$4,200,000
Cash Flow: $1,400,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Over $1,000,000/Year Potential | Low Startup | Semi-Absentee | Recession-Resilient | Best for NEW Business Owners who want to become Independently Self-Employed for the very first time. Assett is a Family Owned & Operated commercial cleaning franchise brand that exclusively focuses on helping franchisees build incredible life-changing cleaning businesses.
$50,000
San Francisco, CA
This long-established San Francisco spa specializes in advanced massage therapy and results-driven esthetician services. Known for deep tissue and sports massage, TMJ treatment, and high-quality...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $119,111
This IP-driven platform empowers organizations to apply behavioral tools that deliver measurable results in sales, negotiation, trust-building, and organizational alignment. Its partner-licensed model...
$2,000,000
Marin County, CA
Take ownership of a highly profitable, well-established drainage and encapsulation business serving North Bay and surrounding areas. This is a trusted name in crawlspace encapsulation and interior...
$1,191,000
Cash Flow: $526,262
Philadelphia, PA
This Snyder’s-Lance route covers a strong, compact area in Northeast Philadelphia with a great mix of chain and wholesale accounts. The route includes 2 Walmarts, 4 ShopRites, 1 Acme, 1 Target, 2...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $104,997
Portage, MI
Turnkey FedEx Pickup & Delivery (P&D) business available, offering a manageable entry point into FedEx contracting. Great stop density including contiguous zip codes throughout exclusive service area....
$435,000
Cash Flow: $132,804
Available in Multiple Locations
College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving® offers a world-class franchise opportunity where you can be in business for yourself, but not by yourself while making a difference in your community!
$75,000
Minnesota
Own a small, profitable operation with a full-time manager! › 10 Trucks › 1 Manager › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of the business. › Spare trucks available for...
$675,000
Cash Flow: $169,725
North Carolina
Be your own boss! Great starter opportunity in the bread route space! › Weekly Revenue: $11,528 › Active Accounts: 4 › Listing Ratio: 20:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery...
$228,000
Georgia
Own a profitable operation with remote ownership opportunity! › 14 Trucks › 1 Manager › Value of fleet included in asking price. › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of...
$1,000,000
Cash Flow: $244,761
Wisconsin
Own a high growth bread route in a desirable area! › Weekly Revenue: $10,249 › Active Accounts: 9 › Listing Ratio: 15:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery system, this...
$155,000
New York
Own an NEMT business with a full fleet and office manager to assist with day-to-day operations. › 11 Trucks › Enter the non-emergency transportation industry with an established operation! › A...
$1,250,000
Cash Flow: $295,079
Scott Cronk
TYLAS Venture Group LLC
Serving Travis County, TX
We help buyers and sellers achieve their personal, professional and financial goals through the business transaction process. We are focused on main street type businesses with a strong compassion for the small business owner. We also have an expertise in franchising. Many other business brokers refer clients to us that are too small for their business model.
Oklahoma
Be your own boss! Great starter opportunity in the bread route space! › Weekly Revenue: $13,401 › Active Accounts: 14 › Listing Ratio: 14:1 › Perfect for first-time business owners, this route offers...
$185,000
Alabama
Own a profitable, low-mileage operation with a strong management team! › 31 Trucks › 1 Manager › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational...
$2,600,000
Cash Flow: $751,150
Tucson, AZ
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...
$1,000,000
Cleveland, OH
Have you ever dreamed of running a meaningful, home-based business with low overhead costs? This is your chance to get one of the top-performing territories in a quickly growing home improvement...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $222,000
Colorado
Own a profitable, low-mileage operation in a great territory! › 10 Trucks › 1 Manager › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of...
$899,000
Cash Flow: $234,219
Available in Multiple Locations
$600K AUV | Low-Cost, Zero Overhead | Work from Home Cleaning Franchise | Recurring Revenue | Airbnb + Commercial + Residential Clients | Recession-Proof. This Opportunity Requires Full-time Commitment. Ditch your 9-5 Completely and Dominate Your Market!
$50,000
Minnesota
Own a profitable, rural operation with a full-time manager! › 11 Trucks › 1 Manager › Rural territories offer easy routes for drivers and lower than average turnover. › Full-time manager on staff to...
$700,000
Cash Flow: $260,800
Essex County, NJ
Privileged opportunity to acquire a well-established print, signage, and marketing services franchise with a multi-decade footprint and deep market trust. Operating under a respected network of nearly...
$2,999,999
Cash Flow: $973,000
Tampa, FL
Established tree removal and trimming business serving the Tampa Bay area with a strong reputation and loyal repeat customer base. Voted Nextdoor Favorite four years in a row and backed by excellent...
$198,000
Cash Flow: $109,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Kentucky
This full-service restoration company, operating for over a decade in Kentucky includes reconstruction and remodeling services. The business has strong insurance carrier relationships and is supported...
$2,710,000
Cash Flow: $851,444
New York
Owner relocation forces sale, Seller is motivated, price just reduced: Invest in a successful model for eSports - this is not an arcade- this time-refined business model is based on repeat program...
$150,000
Available in Multiple Locations
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$100,000
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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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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