Johnstown, CO
Well-established FedEx Pickup & Delivery operation serving a prime CSA near Fort Collins, CO. The majority of routes are dense residential, all located close to the terminal for maximum efficiency....
$849,000
Cash Flow: $266,018
Johnstown, CO
Well-established FedEx Pickup & Delivery operation serving a prime CSA near Fort Collins, CO. The majority of routes are dense residential, all located close to the terminal for maximum efficiency....
$849,000
Cash Flow: $266,018
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Available in Multiple Locations
As the #1 and fastest-growing coworking franchise, Office Evolution offers an extraordinary opportunity to take advantage of today’s changing business world.
$175,000
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
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
$4,850,000
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
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
Thomas Crumpton
Business Acquisitions
Serving Cherokee County, GA
With over 30 years of Business Broker and Mergers and Acquisitions experience, and a CCIM designation, I can professionally value and sell both your business and the commercial property you operate from.
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
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
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
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
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
Available in Multiple Locations
Transforming spaces with durable, safe, and stylish surfacing, Softroc® leads the way in innovative rubber solutions for indoor and outdoor areas.
$100,000
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
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
$95,000
Marin County, CA
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
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
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
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
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...
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
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
Available in Multiple Locations
An Opportunity to Buzz About: Meet the demand for custom window treatments with low start-up costs & high revenue potential—backed by HorsePower Brands
$75,000
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
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
$95,000
Alameda County, CA
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
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
Available Nationwide
Perfect for today's housing market. The HOMEstretch franchise is an innovative home services concept that focuses exclusively on preparing homes for sale through fast, cosmetic improvements
$150,000
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
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
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
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
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
Michael Carro
SVN SouthLand Commercial Real Estate
Serving Escambia County, FL
SVN was founded on the belief that proactively cooperating and collaborating with the global commercial real estate community is the right thing to do for our clients and the best way to ensure maximum value for a property. We’ve expanded this ideology to include a Shared Value Network® approach across all our service lines, offices, and the communities where our Advisors live and work. Together with our clients, colleagues, and communities, we create greater value through openness, inclusivity and innovation.
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
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
$99,500
Bexar County, TX
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
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
Available Nationwide
We are a TOP-RATED niche senior home-care business and have PRIME TERRITORIES available. Average annual 2024 gross sales for a multi-territory franchise in business for over a year is $1.300,000 (* See Item 19 of our Financial Disclosure Document). This is truly an industry poised for tremendous future growth and expansion. Our offices play a pivotal role in their communities, delivering exceptional home care to seniors while empowering entrepreneurs to build thriving and financially rewarding businesses. Within a few short years, 20% of the population is projected to be 65 or older. There has never been a better time to get involved!
$50,000
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Available in Multiple Locations
Join the fastest-growing (223% per year revenue growth) siding renovation franchise! No construction experience needed. Avg project is $18k+ revenue. We provide clients. Hurry to reserve the best territory!
$50,000
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
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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