REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Oklahoma City, OK
Turnkey, Established catering food service company with great reputation! Real Estate, Fleet, FFE, Equipment and inventory included....
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
San 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
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
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 in Multiple Locations
Tile Liquidators Floor & Design - Low Overhead - High Profit Margin
$100,000
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
$160,000
Chesterfield County, VA
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
Gregory Carafello
First Choice Business Brokers of Manhattan
Serving Suffolk County, NY
Founded in 1994, First Choice Business Brokers is one of the largest Business Sales Organizations in the world, with multiple offices located throughout the U.S. listing over $7 billion worth of businesses. Our New York City office consists of 1 Principal, 3 Associates, and administrative personnel. In addition, we have a select team of professional service providers we can recommend that can provide legal, accounting, planning, financing and various other services. First Choice Business Brokers is a member in good standing with the Better Business Bureau (A+ Rating). The FCBB office is located in Manhattan which covers the entire New York and New Jersey Regions. The Principle Broker, Gregory J. Carafello, has over 38 years of extensive Business Ownership experience as a small to medium sized business owner since 1998.
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
Invest in Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain: Your Gateway to Profitable and Resilient Business Ownership.
$100,000
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
$88,000
New York, NY
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
Big 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
Available in Multiple Locations
Jani-King - A World of Opportunity
$25,340
See More FranchisesKent 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
$1,495,000
Oshkosh, WI
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
The Grass is Greener on Our Side
$50,000
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
Scott Sogard
Sogard Properties
Serving Providence County, RI
20 years as multi unit Restaurant and Lodging owner/operator 21 years as Hospitality Broker on both Buy and Sell side We can help with repositioning your operation for increased earnings Unlike the competition we have an actual track record of Confidential Sales
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
$4,850,000
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
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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 Nationwide
Recurring Revenue. Scalable Growth. An Expanding Market. While the flexible office space business model has gone mainstream in the last few years, Intelligent Office has been thinking ahead of the market since 1995. We’ve put our insider’s knowledge to use by making deliberate decisions to identify where the market will be going to help keep our franchisee’s revenue growing. The number of global coworking members has grown 800% since 2015. To capitalize on this rising tide, we actively collaborate with our current franchise owners and their clients to identify unmet needs and opportunity areas that are waiting to be capitalized.
$175,000
See More FranchisesFort Worth, TX
This incredibly FAST GROWING COMPANY is a specialized government janitorial services company serving municipal and government clients exclusively across the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. Founded in...
$20,000,000
Cash Flow: $3,800,000
Lorain County, OH
Scalable In-Demand Business - Energetic Entrepreneur Wanted Take the reins of a trusted, well-loved local business serving Lorain County, OH. This residential cleaning service runs Monday through...
$85,000
Fayette County, GA
Discover this exceptional opportunity to invest in an innovative renovation and remodeling business available for acquisition. The company focuses on interior and exterior projects in one of the most...
Cash Flow: $112,869
King County, WA
This local family-owned shop offers quality framing design, services, and repairs, providing both ready-made frames and custom-built ones, with all frames being built by hand, on-site. They work with...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $83,000
Helena, AL
Looking for a profitable and well-established business with a stellar reputation? With over 25 years of industry expertise, MaxCare Carpet Cleaning built a loyal customer base and a trusted brand...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $56,000
Yavapai County, AZ
Commercial Painting Business – Over $1 Million in Signed Contracts This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly reputable and long-standing commercial painting contractor with over $1m in current...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
Washoe County, NV
Established Snow Removal Business - Washoe County, Nevada This profitable seasonal snow removal operation has served the local community since 1997, building a solid reputation and loyal customer base...
$850,000
Orlando, FL
For 4 years, Seller has been the preferred vendor to fix (mainly panting and small repairs) the forklifts for one of the most important dealers in Central Florida; 2025 Sales already ahead of 2024...
$80,000
Cash Flow: $70,542
Los Angeles County, CA
3 Luxury, High-end Drug, Alcohol and Behavior In-house Treatment Facilities in Santa Barbara and Los Angeles. This transaction is; $3,000,000 for all 3 facilities and $15,000,000 for the 2 Montecito...
$3,000,000
Cash Flow: $800,000
Available in Multiple Locations
No royalties! Not a franchise! A dealership that offers a proprietary product (no-clog gutters/gutter guards) for homeowners powered by Contractor Nation.
$75,000
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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Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
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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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