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Dumpster Rental Business, B2B & B2C

Louisville, NC

This business offers a comprehensive suite of innovative solutions catering to every need in waste management for both residential and commercial clients. Our patent-pending design seamlessly combines...

$399,900

$399,900

Cash Flow: $107,198

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Landscape design and construction

East Lansing, MI

Well established landscape design and construction company located in mid-michigan (48823). Company has operated 47years in vibrant community within central michigan. Competition is good with solid...

$250,000

$250,000

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Metal Recycling/Salvage Yard/Auto Repair/Towing Business

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Jefferson County, NY

Family owned and operating business in Northern NY on industrial zoned land. Ten minutes from I-81 and 20 minutes from either Fort Drum or US/Canadian Border and Customs. Current business model...

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$975,000

$975,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

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Residential Outdoor Design & Build Company

Houston, TX

An exciting opportunity is available to own a respected outdoor living business serving residential clients. The company focuses on creating decks, patios, porches, and outdoor living spaces that...

$239,900

$239,900

Cash Flow: $306,113

Residential and Commercial Property Service Business

Sugar Land, TX

Here’s your chance to enter one of the fastest-growing sectors in property care. This turf business specializes in creating and maintaining lush, healthy landscapes for both residential and commercial...

$198,900

$198,900

Cash Flow: $192,334

Opportunity for a Licensed Owner-Operator to Own Their Own Business!

Dallas County, TX

As a licensed HVAC professional, opportunities like this don’t come around often—especially in an industry as vital as air conditioning and heating in the sweltering, humid heart of North Texas. If...

$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $214,000

Columbus, OH (West) Express Employment Professionals Office

Hilliard, OH

***Inquire for financial performance information*** Are you ready to own a staffing agency in a booming region? The Express Employment Professionals franchise in Columbus, OH is now available for the...

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$50,000

$50,000

Express Employment Professionals in Branson, MO/Harrison, AR

Harrison, AR

Nestled in the Ozark Mountains, Branson has a diverse and resilient economy fueled by tourism, manufacturing, and a flourishing service sector. Some of the largest employers in this exclusive...

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$50,000

$50,000

Lakeland, FL Express Employment Professionals Office

Lakeland, FL

***Inquire for financial performance information*** This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly successful Express Employment Professionals office in Lakeland, Florida. Known for its strong...

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$850,000

$850,000

Established Fencing Franchise | Proven Revenue & Market Presence

Hartwell, GA

Step into a fully operational, revenue-generating fencing franchise with an established presence in a high-demand market. This is not a startup—this business is already up and running with trained...

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$250,000

$250,000

Home Staging Business

Ada County, ID

The Company is dedicated to creating outstanding first impressions, offering a wide range of solutions for all staging needs, from initial consultations to full vacant staging services....

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$495,000

$495,000

Winston-Salem, North Carolina award winning carpet cleaning franchise

Mocksville, NC

This is an excellent opportunity to purchase this franchise territory which include Forsyth, Yadkin, and Davie Counties. The total population is over 400,000 enabling the future owner to expand....

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$41,900

$41,900

Profitable Signage Business with Equipment Included

$160,000 - Chesterfield County, VA

$160,000

Chesterfield County, VA

Michael White

United Franchise Group

Elkton, MD: Highly Profitable Security Business for Sale

Maryland

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...

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$380,000

$380,000

Montgomery County Dry Cleaner Growing Area Long Operating History

Harleysville, PA

Since 1984, one family has owned & operated this dry cleaning business. Having an excellent reputation and local following, the business consistently shows growth as a result of many new higher-end...

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$310,000

$310,000

Cash Flow: $191,082

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Transworld Business Advisors of UpstateSC & AshevilleWNC

Serving Greenville County, SC

You can benefit from the experience of over 40 years helping folks sell businesses, buy businesses, or grow their franchise. Our offices and team serve our clients in The Upstate of South Carolina, and Western North Carolina (WNC) with pride, passion and for you to profit. Whether you're in Greenville, Spartanburg, Asheville, Highlands, Black Mountain, Laurens, Fountain Inn, Simpsonville, Landrum, Tryon, Anderson, Clemson, Saluda, Waynesville, Taylors, Greer, Five Forks, Swannanoa, Abbeville, Greenwood, Weaverville, Clemson, Seneca, Gaffney, Chester, Hendersonville, Flat Rock, Clinton, Cashiers, Franklin, Pickens, Powdersville or surrounding areas, this is the team you can count on to get the job done. We've assisted buyers and sellers of all businesses. Buy or sell retail, restaurants, landscaping, hospitality, manufacturing, franchises, automotive, pet related, e-commerce, massage, medical practices, accounting firms, construction, CBD, dent repair, winery, vacation rentals, liquor stores, c-stores, you name it, you get the help you need to buy, sell or franchise your ideal business. Sell Your Business. Buy Your Business. Franchise Your Business.

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Bay Area Hauling Company with Website, SEO & Established Brand

For over 30 years, this junk removal and hauling business has been serving residential and commercial clients with reliable, on-demand service. The sale includes fasthaul.com along with two additional...

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$250,000

$250,000

Gulf Shores, AL: Highly Profitable Security Business for Sale

Alabama

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...

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$390,000

$390,000

High Traffic Attended Valet and Walk-in Laundromat

Pittsfield, MA

Busy laundromat with walk-in foot traffic, drop off service, Elder laundry pick up and delivery contract, Hospital and Summer Camp Business....

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$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $90,000

Snack/Cake Route for Sale, - Southern Queens

Queens, NY

This well-established run, distributes major brand names of cakes/cookies to supermarkets, convenience stores, bagel stores & delis in the Southern Queens area. This is a two and a half day workweek,...

$45,000

$45,000

Most profitable business

Fairfax County, VA

High-Profit Environmental Business Northern Virginia | Turnkey Operation | 3 Hours a Day | $27,000 Monthly Profit Fully operational since February 2024 • All equipment included • 150 active accounts •...

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$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $750,000

Well Established Awards Business

Red Hook, NY

Well established (29 years) awards and engraving business serving the beautiful Mid-Hudson Valley. Our clientele includes schools, organizations, business and individuals in the surrounding area. In...

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$75,000

$75,000

Photography Studio w/ Strong ROI – Loyal Client Base & Seasonal Events

Redding, CA

Essence Photography has been the highest-volume studio in Shasta County for over 16 years, serving more than 5,000 loyal clients. We are the only full-service indoor studio of this caliber in the...

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$110,000

$110,000

Cash Flow: $75,243

Reputable Cleaning Business – Turnkey Operation

$88,000 - New York, NY

$88,000

New York, NY

Professional Youth Sports and School Photography Business

Virginia

Operating since 2000 Secured Relationships with School Sports Programs Robust Asset List Updated Equipment This well-established photography business, operating for over 20 years, has carved out a...

$165,000

$165,000

Cash Flow: $136,832

Established Fencing Franchise | Proven Revenue & Market Presence

Buford, GA

Step into a fully operational, revenue-generating fencing franchise with an established presence in a high-demand market. This is not a startup—this business is already up and running with trained...

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$350,000

$350,000

Profitable Laundromat for sale

Albany, NY

Here’s your chance to own a turnkey, profitable laundromat in a prime Albany location. This well-maintained business generates a steady monthly income of $6,000 to $8,000, entirely from self-service...

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$120,000

$120,000

Cash Flow: $38,000

Buy ARCpoint Territory Alone or with Turnkey Lab

Kenneth City, FL

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to own an established ARCpoint Labs location in the heart of St. Petersburg, Florida. This lab is part of a national franchise known for its high-quality...

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$30,000

$30,000

Highly rated pool company for sale with year round work for sale

Centerville, MN

Frontier Pools is a well established company with major accounts with prominent Property Management Companies and a major fitness center who wishes for us to expand into other states. Further...

$850,000

$850,000

Two Successful The UPS Store Franchises near Cleveland OH

Ohio

SBA Pre-Qualified! Exceptional Opportunity to Acquire Two Successful The UPS Store Franchises near Cleveland, Ohio. This is a rare chance to own two well-established and profitable The UPS Store...

$699,000

$699,000

Cash Flow: $242,128

Window Cleaning Service (5 Star Rated)

Washington County, OR

This acquisition opportunity is a rapidly growing business offering window cleaning, skylight cleaning, interior and exterior gutter cleaning, gutter brightening, solar panel cleaning, and Christmas...

$75,000

$75,000

Cash Flow: $75,000

Roofing Contractor (Snohomish County)

Snohomish County, WA

Established before the turn of the last century, this acquisition opportunity is a roofing contractor. The business is strategically located in an ideal place from which to provide coverage across...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Home Builder & Remodeling Contractor

Island County, WA

This acquisition opportunity is a full-service general contractor specializing in new construction and home remodels in Island County, Washington. The company’s headquarters (and owned property,...

$975,000

$975,000

Cash Flow: $725,000

12 FedEx P&D Routes - Oshkosh, WI

$1,495,000 - Oshkosh, WI

$1,495,000

Oshkosh, WI

Chris Holzgraf

Premier Route Consulting

Saint Cloud Pool Service Route for Sale

Saint Cloud, FL

Great grab in Osceola and Orange county. This easy route tightly concentrated around St Cloud. Perfect for integration into existing route. Solid clients and good rates with the overwhelming majority...

$54,840

$54,840

Cash Flow: $58,500

High-Earning Pet Care Business with 4.9 Stars & Growth Ahead

Franklin County, OH

Lucrative pet care business in one of Columbus’s fastest-growing neighborhoods, perfect for an owner who loves dogs and wants a thriving, high-earning business. Recurring revenue from memberships, a...

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$449,000

$449,000

Cash Flow: $95,932

4 Territory Home Services Franchise Resale

Austin, TX

Our franchise system is the fastest-growing franchise in the United States in our exterior services industry segment. With multiple locations across the country, we are the go-to provider for...

$190,000

$190,000

Mission's Tortilla Route, Springfield, OH

Springfield, OH

Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Springfield, Huber Heights, Dayton, New Carlisle, and Troy, Ohio region for $100,000! Currently generating $642,594 in yearly sales and nets an estimated...

$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $113,639

Semi-Absentee Landscape Company in Jupiter, FL

Jupiter, FL

Semi-Absentee Commercial & Residential Landscape Maintenance & Design/Installation Business for sale servicing the Jupiter & Palm Beach Gardens area since 2001. The company brings in $14,438/Month in...

$165,000

$165,000

Cash Flow: $48,039

West Palm Beach Pool Route for Sale!

Lake Worth Beach, FL

** UP TO 50% SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE! **for qualified buyer. 12 month @ 5% This pool route has $3,150.00 monthly recurring income, with 25 pool accounts established. 25 residential accounts & 0...

$28,192

$28,192

South Atlanta B2B Mobile Service Business with $155K Current Revenue

Stockbridge, GA

If you are looking for a recession-resistant business built on repeat service that yields recurring revenue, this is it! Our environmental franchises have been handling the tough but essential job of...

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$92,000

$92,000

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Scalable Senior & Medical Care Business

Detroit, MI

This well-structured healthcare company provides a versatile range of services designed to meet the needs of both individuals and institutions. Its portfolio spans in-home senior support, skilled...

$239,000

$239,000

Cash Flow: $230,982

High-Profit Window Cleaning Franchise

Naples, FL

No industry experience needed Take control of this large multi unit territory that is already generating revenue. Multiple trucks and proven staff. For the first time, a prime Naples–Marco Island...

$157,000

$157,000

Flagship Mega Store

$4,850,000 -

$4,850,000

Liquor Store

Elbert County, GA

Established Liquor Store with Laundromat - Prime Elbert County Location This well-established liquor store has been serving the Elbert County community since 1980, generating consistent annual revenue...

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$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $85,000

Boca Raton Pool Service Route for Sale

Palm Beach County, FL

THIS GREAT PRICE IN PALM BEACH WILL NOT BE HERE LONG! Do not hesitate to sweep up these solid accounts. Many located in prestigious upper end gated communities (Broken Sound, St Andrews Country Club,...

$35,350

$35,350

Cash Flow: $46,200

eBay Resale Business for Sale – Source, Sell, and Profit Online

Ohio

This established eBay resale business offers a proven model for sourcing and selling profitable products online. The company’s product mix includes replacement auto parts, home improvement items,...

$995,000

$995,000

Cash Flow: $238,707

Las Vegas Party Business with Premier Venue Connections

Las Vegas, NV

Available for acquisition is an established, five-star-rated concierge and event planning business that specializes in curated nightlife and entertainment experiences. The company has built a strong...

$60,000

$60,000

Established Home Staging Business w Warehouse SBA Pre Qualified

Los Angeles County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly reputable and profitable home staging business serving the South Bay area for the past 7 years. The company has built a strong brand and long-standing...

$399,025

$399,025

Cash Flow: $155,000

Las Vegas Holiday Lights & Decor Business for Sale

Las Vegas, NV

This is a unique business opportunity to own a professional lighting design and installation service. The business offers a variety of services, including the installation, take down, maintenance,...

$349,000

$349,000

Cash Flow: $196,175

Immigration Consulting & Tax Preparation Business in Vista

Vista, CA

Seize this unique opportunity to own a well-established immigration consulting and tax preparation business in Vista, CA. With over 24 years of service, the business boasts a loyal client base and a...

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$165,000

$165,000

Local Laundry for Sale!

Los Angeles, CA

Well-established laundry business offering both regular laundry services and specialized horse blanket cleaning. Known for quality service and reliability, this business serves a loyal customer base...

$225,000

$225,000

Greensboro, NC (North) Express Employment Professionals Office

Greensboro, NC

***Inquire for financial performance information*** Don’t miss this rare opportunity to acquire an established Express Employment Professionals staffing agency in the growing city of Greensboro, NC....

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$100,000

$100,000

Premium Window Blinds Franchise Resale | In-Demand Home Service

Nocatee, FL

Own a business that brings comfort, style, and functionality to homes and businesses across your community. This premium window blinds franchise offers custom solutions for blinds, shades, shutters,...

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$320,000

$320,000

Established Fencing Business | Proven Revenue & Market Presence

Katy, TX

Step into a fully operational, revenue-generating fencing business with an established presence in a high-demand market. This is not a startup—this business is already up and running with trained...

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$150,000

$150,000

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

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

 

Popular Service Businesses

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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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