Providence County, RI
ESTABLISHED LAUNDROMAT - TURNKEY OPPORTUNITY This profitable laundromat business, operating since 2014, offers an exceptional entry point into the stable coin laundry industry. Located in Providence...
Providence County, RI
ESTABLISHED LAUNDROMAT - TURNKEY OPPORTUNITY This profitable laundromat business, operating since 2014, offers an exceptional entry point into the stable coin laundry industry. Located in Providence...
$475,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Alameda County, CA
Overview: This business is well established with over 15 years in business, and is ready for the real estate market to boom once interest rates start coming down in 2026 and beyond! And with the...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $135,000
Galveston County, TX
**30% Seller Financing Available**. Very seasoned, long term accounts serviced about a decade on average. Prime area for growth with limited competition in these areas. Maintenance technician in place...
$126,500
Cash Flow: $168,000
California
This well-established Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) business delivers fresh, seasonal produce to a loyal base of residential and commercial subscribers across Southern California. Built on a...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $400,000
Chicago, IL
***Inquire for financial performance information*** Here is a prime opportunity to acquire a highly reputable staffing business in the bustling Chicago Metro area. With a competitive asking price of...
$795,000
San Antonio, TX
Own a business in one of the most critical and consistent home services industries—roofing. This franchise opportunity combines a proven operational model with a strong national brand, enabling you to...
$300,000
Novato, CA
SALE ON HOLD, Established Catering Company with NFL, Military, and Opportunity to expand into Healthcare Contracts! Are you an experienced chef or catering professional ready to take your career to...
$5,500,000
Cash Flow: $2,234,154
Fresno County, CA
Profitable and well-established FedEx P&D (pickup and delivery) routes operating out of the Fresno, California station. The routes are strategically arranged for efficient load sharing and fully...
$3,000,000
Cash Flow: $886,927
Port St. Lucie, FL
Arcpoint Labs of Port St Lucie is incorporated in Florida as C Harrison Health LLC, and is a franchisee of Arcpoint Franchise Group LLC. Franchise was granted on February 9, 2023 and opened for...
$75,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Oklahoma City, OK
Turnkey, Established catering food service company with great reputation! Real Estate, Fleet, FFE, Equipment and inventory included....
$3,250,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
Available Nationwide
Looking for a business-to-business, recurring-revenue franchise with a strong brand name? MilliCare is a premium, international franchise specializing in maintaining and restoring commercial flooring and textiles. This B2B, recurring-revenue franchise is the premier, full-service commercial flooring and textile service provider with a 95% customer retention rate - proudly serving Class A commercial office buildings, retail centers, financial institutions, apartment complexes, hospitals, law offices, hotels, airports and more.
$50,000
See More FranchisesSan Diego County, CA
Community Management Business for Sale – San Diego Area Are you ready to own a thriving community management business with a proven track record? This is a rare opportunity to acquire a...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $140,000
Houston, TX
The Company is a full-service interior design firm offering materials selection assistance for new construction, turnkey remodeling services for existing homes and home furnishings including art,...
Cash Flow: $322,400
$95,000
Alameda County, CA
Hillsdale County, MI
Scrap Metal recycling facility in Central MI set on 15 acres, including office and large maintenance building. Solid location with heavy traffic on state route near great downtown area. Business has...
$5,000,000
Pennsylvania
PROFITABLE WHOLESALE METALS RECYCLER Established in 2003, this highly profitable non-ferrous metals recycling business specializes in serving the industrial and manufacturing sectors. Located in...
$2,250,000
Cash Flow: $600,000
Michael D. Rubin
MDR & Associates
Serving Dallas County, TX
This is who we are & what our focus is at MDR & Associates: We are passionate about finding the right deal for both buyer & seller... We are focused on confidentiality in every deal... We are honest, transparent and never compromise our Integrity... We are a Christian company, but we like to just show it in our actions... We are a 100% Pay for Performance business brokerage/M & A Firm... 225 successful closed transactions since inception in Dec, 2008
Pottstown, PA
Established Water Damage Restoration Franchise for Sale in Pottstown, PA This profitable 1-800 Water Damage franchise represents an exceptional opportunity in the $210 billion restoration industry....
$150,000
Cash Flow: $88,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Hallowell, ME
This is a turnkey opportunity with spacious owner's quarters and room to grow. Well-established and profitable boutique inn with eight guest rooms plus a full service conference, event, and wedding...
$4,195,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Cassopolis, MI
We are an established pool and hot tub retail sales and service business servicing 6 counties, 3 in SW Michigan and 3 in NW Indiana. We have been actively in business since 1989. We open and close...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $269,000
Charlotte, NC
Are you ready to step into the thriving world of professional carpet cleaning? Look no further than Valency Pro Clean - a highly regarded, eco-friendly, and profitable low moisture carpet cleaning...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
Milford, OH
Are you handy, creative, and ready to be your own boss? This established business is located in Historic Milford Ohio and specializes in Lamp Repair and Sales. Business is booming and customers come...
$58,000
Cash Flow: $30,000
Available Nationwide
20 Years as America's Leader in Medical Billing with Unparallelled Training, and Support. 100k Potential, Work From Anywhere, Full-Time or Part-Time. Come Join Our Success!
$30,000
See More FranchisesPrince George's County, MD
Organic Dry Cleaner and drop store! The plant has all state of the art equipment and has been equipped to be able to handle high volumes of dry cleaning. The surrounding area of the dry cleaner is...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $270,435
Grundy Center, IA
We are the premier provider of B2C and B2B concrete coating and storage solutions. As pioneers in Polyurea/Polyaspartic coatings, we've recently released the latest advancement in coating technology....
$775,000
Cash Flow: $222,269
$99,500
Bexar County, TX
Greensboro, NC
Offered for sale is the Southeast’s premier food safety certification business, offering accredited courses in-person, live-streamed or online. This company’s loyal customer base includes restaurants,...
$700,000
Cash Flow: $141,000
Las Vegas, NV
This well-established retail service business has been operating successfully for over 14 years, offering professional teeth whitening services in high-traffic retail centers. Customers receive quick,...
$500,000
Harris County, TX
Perfect seed route. Minimal driving time with all pools in one zip code. All customers have all been with the seller for at least two years and are very satisfied. Only two require vacuuming, the...
$22,200
Cash Flow: $24,500
Lynn, MA
This property maintenance brand blends smart systems with real-world demand to create a business that's simple to launch and efficient to grow. Built for scale, it’s perfect for someone looking to...
$159,000
Cash Flow: $266,190
Dallas, TX
For Sale: High-Potential Handyman Business Ready for Major Growth This thriving handyman business is now available for sale due to a major life change for the current owner. With a solid foundation...
$175,000
Alpharetta, GA
This The UPS Store is located in one of the most prestigious and affluent areas in Atlanta. The demographics surrounding The UPS Store location are strong with a population of 120,000 and an average...
$1,250,000
Cash Flow: $236,000
Riverside County, CA
Overview: Turnkey carpet, tile, and upholstery cleaning business with 4+ years of established operations and consistent weekly revenue. The company currently generates $3,000–$5,000 per week with...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Dumpster Dudez - Choose Orange. Choose the Best. Choose Dumpster Dudez!
$200,000
See More FranchisesSan Joaquin County, CA
Excellent starter route. Easy pools, overall fast pools to keep maintained. Own your own recession-proof business. Create your own schedule - no evenings or weekends. Work from home or an office....
$31,200
Cash Flow: $38,000
Nassau County, FL
Don’t miss this uncommon Nassau route! High end accounts along the beach in Fernandina/ Amelia and Jacksonville beaches. Smartly routed, well serviced and solid rates. To help with smooth transition,...
$91,650
Cash Flow: $91,150
$419,000
Lee County, FL
Volusia County, FL
Set up for success in Volusia County! All the pieces are here for you. Stable clients and well serviced pools, great rates and most are auto-pay. Seller to include Hammerhead vacuum, carbon fiber...
$115,000
Cash Flow: $112,290
Ada County, ID
Looking for a profitable, turnkey business with a stellar reputation, experienced staff, and endless growth potential? Look no further; a locally owned and operated company proudly serving the...
$569,000
Cash Flow: $190,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Great ROI, consistent recurring revenue, and lifestyle flexibility! Low start-up costs, and high profit margins make ASP a perfect franchise for owners looking for predictable successful franchise.
$50,000
See More FranchisesBig Spring, TX
Flowers Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Big Spring, Texas region for $115,000! Company related financing available with an estimated $41,000 down. In addition, a 10% cash reserve of the...
$115,000
Cash Flow: $84,032
Fairfield County, CT
Step into a thriving wellness business with steady recurring revenue, loyal members, and a proven team, all in one of Connecticut’s most affluent communities. This massage studio has been part of...
$479,000
Cash Flow: $185,652
Miami, FL
We are pleased to offer a fully operational yacht charter company located in a prime spot in Miami, with its own dedicated slip. The business ranks among the top five in terms of traffic in the Miami...
$320,000
Cash Flow: $15,000
Dripping Springs, TX
Established CardMyYard franchise serving Dripping Springs, TX presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a turnkey celebration service business. This unique franchise specializes in creating...
$20,000
Colorado Springs, CO
This well-established dry cleaner is running like a freshly pressed shirt — wrinkle-free and ready to go. Featuring top-tier equipment, recurring institutional contracts, and a devoted local customer...
$435,000
Cash Flow: $194,501
Kelly Espinola
Keller Williams
Serving Middlesex County, MA
Kent County, MI
Established in 2015, this lucrative mobile cuisine and event specialist has built a strong reputation in the West Michigan area for delivering high-quality, locally sourced food with a healthy,...
$98,420
Cash Flow: $55,765
Florida
Established Real Estate Photography & Media Business - South Florida & New York (based in Florida) This highly profitable real estate photography and media company has been serving the South Florida...
$1,121,862
$75,000
Montpelier, VT
Tempe, AZ
Take control of your schedule, income, and future with this well-established home inspection business based in [Tempe], Arizona. With a solid reputation, strong online presence, and a steady stream of...
$50,000
Hanover, MA
Roy's Power Equipment Service has been around since about 2007 when I was working out of my garage. On Jan. of 2000 I moved into this 1400 square foot shop with heat and internet. You cannot get a...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Award-winning franchise. Recession-proof, multi-unit opportunities, low operating costs. Let’s have a conversation.
$350,000
See More FranchisesNorth Carolina
Well-known Day Spa for sale in a wonderful location. Includes Salt Spa, Suana, Waxes, Massages both medical and relaxation, Therapeutic Baths, and more. This is a wonderful opportunity for the right...
$159,999
Carbondale, CO
Founded in 2005, this company is a leading player in the commercial painting industry serving the Western Slope and mountain communities of Colorado, from Aspen to Vail and west to Grand Junction and...
$1,850,000
Houston, TX
Established Houston Law Firm with strong online presence and efficient operations. Our practice specializes in business litigation, including contracts, leases, business owner disputes, real estate...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $178,000
North Kingstown, RI
This established junk removal and moving business delivers strong cash flow under a part-time owner, with $1.42M in 2024 revenue and $111K in cash flow. Founded in 2020, the business has grown...
$325,000
Cash Flow: $111,893
Columbia, TN
Arnold & Bimbo Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Columbia and Lewisburg, Tennessee area for $190,000! Company financing available with $54,000 down! Currently grossing an estimated $574,028...
$190,000
Cash Flow: $102,357
St Lucie County, FL
Chifles Plantain Chips Route for sale in the St Lucie & Martin Counties, Florida region for $185,000! Currently grossing an estimated $530,364 per year in sales and nets an estimated $119,435!...
$185,000
Cash Flow: $119,435
Las Vegas, NV
This is a great opportunity for a new owner to come in and take it to the next level! Averaging $16,000 to $19,000 per month mainly doing local moves. Profits are 45% after paying labor, truck/fuel,...
$54,500
Decatur, AL
Flowers Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Decatur, Alabama region for $150,000! Company related financing available with an estimated $93,000 down. In addition, a 10% cash reserve of the...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $63,924
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Serving the industrial sector across North America, Lucid is a leading supplier of professional-grade video inspection devices used in the inspection, maintenance and repair of critical machinery and...
Cash Flow: $3,849,006
Available in Multiple Locations
Real Property Management, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading property management services franchise.
$50,000
See More FranchisesAcquisitions 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
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
5,359 |
Median Asking Price |
$312,338 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$525,724 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$152,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Service Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.43 |
1.50 |
Median |
0.72 |
2.43 |
Upper Quartile |
1.08 |
3.44 |
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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