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Service Businesses For Sale in California
Market Info
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$7,450,000
Cash Flow: $1,740,541
Mission's Tortilla Route, Santa Clarita, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Santa Clarita, California region for $85,000! Currently generating $419,886 in yearly sales and nets $56,980. Distributorship and territory are purchased...
$85,000
Cash Flow: $56,980
Lake Tahoe Area Specialty Appliance Sales, Installation & Service Biz
California
The business provides specialty appliance and related products to homeowners and contractors. The company sells a range of manufacturer lines, and its revenues are generated from installing specialty...
$495,000
Cash Flow: $269,175
Premier Body Piercing Studio
Sacramento County, CA
The owner is semi-absentee from the business and day-to-day operations. Owner does not perform body piercing procedures and has a Full-Time Manager. This body piercing studio is highly rated on Yelp,...
$515,000
Cash Flow: $202,000
Staffing Business in Woodland, California Ready for Growth!
Woodland, CA
Here's your opportunity to join the dynamic staffing and recruiting industry as the franchise owner of a well-established, well-known staffing brand in growing Yolo County! The current owner has...
5
$289,000
Recession Resistant Silicon Valley Mail Center Franchise SC2153
California
RECESSION RESISTANT SILICON VALLEY MAIL CENTER FRANCHISE SC2153 Asking Price: $150,000 Cash Flow: On Request Gross Revenue: $275,000 Down Payment: $150,000 This Silicon Valley based Mail Center...
$150,000
Texas Style Barbecue Restaurant Opportunity in Phoenix, Arizona.
Phoenix, CA
You could own the taste of Legit. Texas. Barbecue in Phoenix, Arizona. The owner-operator is downsizing. The restaurant is offered for sale with immediate operational opportunity. This is an excellent...
6
$20,000
Texas Style Barbecue Restaurant Opportunity in Placerville, CA
Placerville, CA
You could own the taste of Legit. Texas. Barbecue in Placerville, CA. The Multi-unit owner-operator is downsizing and Restaurant is offered for sale with immediate operational opportunity—great...
6
$50,000
San Francisco, CA - ATM route for sale
San Francisco, CA
8 ATM Locations in the San Francisco, CA area - all high-end Hotels, one shopping mall - making $15,000/yr NET (outside of Gas and time) for sale for $26,322 Buyer must join ACFN ATM franchise...
6
$26,322
Cash Flow: $15,000
Santa Barbara, CA - ATM route for sale
Santa Barbara County, CA
5 ATM Locations (plus one extra machine) in the Santa Barbara, CA area all high-end Hotels, making $12,500/yr NET (outside of Gas and time) for sale for $22,647 Buyer must join the ACFN ATM franchise...
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$22,647
Cash Flow: $12,500
FranchiseMilliCare
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 FranchisesAsset SaleSALE $950.000 Buildout – Turnkey Implant Dental Office – Just Walk In
Los Angeles, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey, fully equipped dental clinic in the heart of Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles. The office features 5 operatories, premium Henry Schein and Midmark equipment,...
6
$760,000
Asset SaleSanta Ana laundromat for Sale-New Continental Girbau Equipment
Santa Ana, CA
Laundromat located in the heart of Santa Ana, CA. with state of the art Continental Girbau equipment, and over 4k active loyalty card members, adding 906 loyalty card members with balances in the last...
6
$695,000
Established Business Brokerage Territory – Prime Market
$95,000
Alameda County, CA
Asset SaleCoin Laundromat fully equipped ready to go!
Escondido, CA
Established Coin Laundromat Asset Sale - Escondido, CA This fully equipped coin laundromat represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a complete laundry operation at a significantly reduced...
5
$80,000
Asset SalePool Service Route Chem Only Modesto, Ca. $12,650 mo recurring rare op
Modesto, CA
Top essential pool service route Modesto, Ca. Chemical Only. Great route. 156 accounts $12.650 monthly recurring income, plus EXTRA billings for filters and other related maintenance. Well established...
$139,150
Johnathan Choe
TransWorld
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors is the world leader in the marketing and sales of businesses, mergers and acquisitions, and franchises. Whether you represent an acquisition-minded corporation or are personally interested in owning your own company or new franchise, Transworld Business Advisors offers the professional services that successfully bring buyers and sellers together. Transworld Business Advisors was founded in 1979 in South Florida and quickly grew into one of the largest business brokerage firms in the United States. With more than 300 offices in 49 of the United States and in 19 countries, Transworld Business Advisors is the global leader in helping our clients gain global reach while working with local offices that are owned and operated.
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Asset Sale3-Bay Self-Serve Car Wash For Sale
Sacramento, CA
You might consider buying The Freeport Car Wash - 2955 Freeport Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95818. The owners will sell the car wash and rent the land back to the buyer for $2000.00 a month. Lease and...
6
$399,000
Asset SaleAsset Sale: Home Staging Business in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
Asking Price: $200,000 (Furniture and Accessories valued at over $500,000) Are you ready to own an exciting and lucrative business in the heart of the Los Angeles real estate market? This established...
3
$200,000
Asset SalePool Service Route Chico, Ca. $2,935 recurring mo.2 days a week
Chico, CA
Top essential pool service route. Great high income 2 day route. $2,935.00 monthly recurring income, all chemicals are billed EXTRA, plus EXTRA billings for filters and other related maintenance. Well...
$29,350
Asset SaleAirstream Mobile Bar Trailer
Paso Robles, CA
Turn-key 1971 Land Yacht Airstream. Fully renovated & remodeled into a mobile bar for beer, wine, cocktail or coffee service. This is the perfect trailer for event catering. Complete with a VIP lounge...
6
$59,900
Asset SalePink's Coachella Valley Home - Existing Franchise Territory Resale
Indio, CA
--> Great Opportunity for an Unopened Franchise Territory with Pink's Window Services - One of the Fastest Growing Home Service Franchise Concepts Out There! --> Pink's Window Services is listed in...
$55,000
FranchiseTruBlue
Available in California
Through senior modifications, home maintenance, handyman services, and ongoing maintenance programs, TruBlue franchisees have the opportunity to run a successful franchising business while making a difference in the lives of seniors and busy adults in their communities.
$50,000
See More FranchisesAsset SaleRestaurant and catering service for sale
San Mateo, CA
Established restaurant and catering service asset sale opportunity in San Mateo, California. This turnkey operation was founded in 2020 and is strategically positioned in a high-traffic area with...
$100,000
Asset SaleWelding Shop for Sale
Fullerton, CA
At A1 Machining and Welding we specialize in Aluminum welding, Stainless Steel welding, and Steel Welding welding. We also provide welding on Cast aluminum, Cast Iron and Steel, Brass, Copper, and...
3
$88,000
Established Plumbing and Septic Opportunity
$3,160,000
Redding, CA
Asset SaleRestaurant / Commercial / Catering or Ghost Kitchen - Cheap Rent
Irvine, CA
Various sizes Commercial Kitchens in Irvine. Catering , Meal Prep, Ghost and commisary kitchens.Irvine,freeway access 5 year lease with (3) 5 year options. Commercial Kitchen fully built out and...
6
$3,000
Asset Sale3-Unit - Sacramento Pink's Window Franchise - Priced to Sell!!
Sacramento, CA
--> Asset sale for three large franchise territories across the Sacramento, CA market area for a super popular and fast growing non-traditional cleaning services company - Pinks Window Cleaning! You...
$99,500
Asset SalePool Service Route San Fernando Valley, Ca. High income $100k owner op
Van Nuys, CA
Top essential pool service route. Great route. 62 accounts $7,635.00 monthly recurring income, plus EXTRA billings for filters and other related maintenance. Well established accounts. Training and...
$91,620
Real EstateRiverside, CA Commercial Land Auctions in October
Riverside, CA
4525 Commerce Street Riverside, CA 95207 Auction Starts Oct 20 Opening Bid $225,000 Bid Online Auction Starts: 9:00 AM CT Monday, October 20, 2025 Auction Ends: 11:00 AM CT Wednesday, October 22, 2025...
Not Disclosed
Real EstatePrime Commercial Building
Portola, CA
Located in core commercial area of Portola, CA. on Highway 70 with great visibility and daily traffic. This building can suit an investor or a buyer looking for new workspace. Possible uses for the...
$290,000
Real EstateCommissary - Commercial Kitchen Property with Large Secure Parking
Sacramento County, CA
We are pleased to offer this Commercial Kitchen Property centrally located and ideally set up for catering and commissary use. The site benefits from its close proximity to Downtown Sacramento, and...
$799,000
Start-upD.O.L.L.S. Cleaning Franchise Opportunity – Trusted Brand in Cleaning
D.O.L.L.S. Cleaning is a recognized leader in the residential and commercial cleaning industry, offering a reliable, customer-centric approach that sets it apart. Founded on the principles of...
4
$35,000
FranchiseMr. Handyman
Available Nationwide
Mr. Handyman, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading home improvement services franchise.
$50,000
See More FranchisesStart-upAffordable Pre-packaged Pest Control Subscription Company
Established three years ago, Abode and Bugserv have been dedicated to providing efficient and effective home maintenance and pest control solutions to thousands of satisfied customers. Our commitment...
4
$12,500
Start-upB2B Mobile Service Business with $175K Current Revenue
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...
6
Not Disclosed
SmartPark Access: Hands-Free Parking with Camera & Gate Payment
$100,000
Los Angeles, CA
Start-upModern Dumpster Rental Franchise Offers a Turnkey Business Blueprint
Modern Dumpster Rental is the solution for new home construction, home remodels, commercial and industrial construction projects. Our junk/waste removal services are friendly, professional and...
6
$40,000
Start-upRoof & Solar Cleaning Route - Southern California
All of the value in this opportunity is in the revenue generation, sales, marketing, and software. We provide a revenue stream from day 1, and a system that builds a recurring revenue client base over...
3
$39,000
FranchiseAce Handyman Services
Available Nationwide
Ace Handyman Services, owned by Ace Hardware, is a home services business that focuses on solving customer's small to large size handyman projects in the home and commercial space.
$75,000
See More FranchisesStart-upFastest Labs of Westminster
Certified drug testing, dna testing, and breath and alcohol testing facility....
3
$25,000
Start-upDryer Vent Cleaning Pro - "A Great Home Based Business Opportunity"
"STOP PUTTING IT OFF - BE YOUR OWN BOSS!" You can be your own boss for an initial capital of only $249. We are way more reasonable than our competition! Their starting cost is from $5000 to $50,000!...
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$249
Start-upOwn this easy boring business with high net potential!
Own your own “boring business” in one of the most untapped and overlooked opportunities in America. Most people never think twice about a business like this. Window cleaning? At first glance, it...
6
$69,000
Start-upJoin the Booming Permanent Lighting Industry with Inception Lighting
Inception Lighting—Your Gateway to a Six-Figure, Year-Round Business Join Inception Lighting, a leader in commercial and residential permanent lighting applications, and become part of an industry...
6
$749
Start-upAll electric equipment and Van, Lawn Care Services run by Solar
FRANCHISE for the EB1c Green Card $395,00 FRANCHISE. A great opportunity to join the Green Movement in Lawn care. All equipment is electric so the customers are very happy with the reduction in noise...
$395,000
Susan Mehravar
Liberty Business Advisors
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
My office called me QUEEN Agent: and in Bay Area, business owner called me DEAL MAKER. Number one agent as only agent as woman in Bay Area sell at LEAST 2 gas stations and 15 restaurants yearly. Also, number one the best agent to get at least 18 listing in office.
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Start-upExciting Franchise Opportunity in the Carpet Cleaning Industry
Are you ready to own a business that combines innovative technology with exceptional customer service in a thriving market? This franchise offers a unique cleaning process that stands out from...
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$30,000
Start-upLow Investment, Low Overhead, Recurring Revenue Model
In 2015, Farmer’s Insurance ran a Superbowl commercial highlighting the dangers of clogged dryer vents. Overnight, a little known service industry boomed as million of people realized they had never...
2
$89,000
Established San Francisco Day Spa with 25+ years of Trusted Service
$200,000
San Francisco, CA
Start-upLandscape Curbing Business with Custom Trailer
The Curbing Business can be a rewarding investment into your future, delivering the financial freedom and stability we all strive for. It’s a proven business on a trailer combined with the certified...
6
$9,650
Window & Door Business For Sale- Very Profitable for over 25 years!
Walnut Creek, CA
$2,000,000
FranchiseOffice Pride Commercial Cleaning
Available Nationwide
$50,000
Highly Scalable Home Care Staffing Agency - Motivated Seller
Riverside County, CA
$200,000
Northern California Dry Cleaner w/Wash & Fold!
Contra Costa County, CA
$550,000
Long Time Established Plant for sale
Long Beach, CA
$225,000
Profitable Torrance Laundromat, Rare Opportunity in South Bay
Torrance, CA
$275,000
Under Contract - Established Laundromat in West Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
$550,000
Elite Transportation Business – $150K SDE & Major Reputation
Los Angeles, CA
$550,000
Elite AI Hospitality Staffing Firm – $19M Revenue
Pasadena, CA
$5,500,000
Unlock Unlimited Income Potential: Top-Tier Janitorial Franchise
Riverside, CA
$250,000
Well-Established Landscape Business for Sale – Great Reputation
Elk Grove, CA
$2,000,000
FranchiseDryer Vent Wizard
Available Nationwide
$50,000
Buy or Sell a Service Business in California
For those in the market to buy or sell a service business in California, 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 California service businesses.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
423 |
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Median Asking Price |
$322,500 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$400,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$136,896 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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California Service Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.52 |
1.76 |
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Median |
0.80 |
2.58 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.18 |
3.47 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Read the Report:
Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a service business in California?
Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in California is approximately $322,500.
How much do service business owners earn?
These businesses vary in sales volume, but California service business owners report median annual sales of $400,000 and annual owner earnings of $136,896. 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 in California range from 0.52 to 1.18, with the median at 0.80. Earnings multiples range from 1.76 to 3.47, with the median at 2.58. These values indicate that a typical service business in California may sell for around 0.80 times its annual revenue, and 2.58 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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