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Service Businesses in CA For Sale

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Master Care Commercial Janitorial

Palm Springs, CA

For sale is a well-established full-service janitorial business, proudly serving the Inland Empire since 1989. This reputable company specializes in a variety of facilities, including strip centers,...

$575,000

$575,000

Cash Flow: $176,892

3 Fedex Linehaul Unassigned Team Runs - PRICE REDUCED

Sacramento, CA

RARE opportunity to own FEDEX Routes in one of the most competitive hubs. 3 Unassigned + Spare Routes based out of Northern California hubs. 2023/2024 new tractors leases + Team Drivers. Exclusive...

$995,000

$995,000

14 FedEx Ground Routes, Rialto CA

Bloomington, CA

Well-established and highly profitable FedEx P&D (pickup and delivery) routes based out of the RIALTO CALIFORNIA station. Routes are contiguous making load sharing efficient. 100% overlapped in...

$1,295,000

$1,295,000

Coin Op Laundromat-Brand New Machines-Location Location Location

Fresno, CA

JUST REDUCED…!!!!!…COMPLETELY REDONE WITH NEW WASHERS AND DRYERS JUST INSTALLED.......This established laundromat location is on track to produce $114,000 of annual net income. ($9,000.00 per...

$779,900

$779,900

Cash Flow: $114,000

13 FedEx Ground Routes, Sacramento CA

Sacramento, CA

Well-established and highly profitable FedEx P&D (pickup and delivery) routes based out of the SACRAMENTO CALIFORNIA station. Routes are contiguous making load sharing efficient. Each route comes with...

$1,750,000

$1,750,000

8 FedEx Ground Routes, Rialto CA

Bloomington, CA

Well-established and highly profitable FedEx P&D (pickup and delivery) routes based out of the RIALTO CALIFORNIA station. Routes are contiguous making load sharing efficient. 100% overlapped in...

$827,000

$827,000

Agency Dry Cleaners Rich area with retiring

Long Beach, CA

This is a nice Dry Cleaner no Laundry Mat 1). Monthly gross is $ 12,000 per month 2). Monthly rents $ 3.300 Including NNN 3).Any New year Lease 4). size is approx.900 SF. 5). Payroll has $ 2,800 Per...

$80,000

$80,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

**Not Available Yet** - Residential Cleaning Business in San Diego

San Diego, CA

This company is run primarily by virtual assistants, the owners have little involvement. This is your chance to own a trusted cleaning business with a strong foothold in the San Diego area. Our...

$875,000

$875,000

Cash Flow: $300,000

Be Your Own Boss! Thriving Dry Cleaning Business for Sale

San Diego County, CA

-Located in a busy shopping center with new customers daily! Approx. 25% of gross revenue is from alterations. Lease provides additional income opportunity for limited jewelry sales and repair...

$450,000

$450,000

Thousands Oak Pool Service Route for Sale

Ventura County, CA

Very rare find with 40% seller financing just added April 14th. Well cared for route with Great customers! Perfect route to start your business or add to your existing route. Area is primed for growth...

$62,400

$62,400

Cash Flow: $73,000

High-Margin Pressure & Roof Washing Business – $130K SDE | 5-Star Yelp

Coronado, CA

High-Margin Pressure & Roof Washing Business – $130K SDE | 5-Star Yelp | Priced at Attractive Multiple Location: San Diego County, CA Asking Price: $150,000 Cash Flow (SDE): $130,254 (solopreneur...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $130,000

Established Premiere Catering Company with $9 Million Sales

California

Established Premiere Catering Company with $9 Million Sales in 15,000-20,000 Square Foot Building RRC# 5060 Location: Northern California Description: This well established company has been in...

$2,195,000

$2,195,000

10+ Yr Business Brokerage and M&A Firm

$1,200,000 - Los Angeles County, CA

$1,200,000

Los Angeles County, CA

Calabasas Pool Service Route for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Highly desirable areas to grow a route in with high end clientele. Seasoned clients that appreciate good service and are willing to pay for it. Consistent extra profits from filter cleans, salt cell...

$58,800

$58,800

Cash Flow: $67,000

Fast Growing Junk Removal Business

Los Angeles, CA

We are a eco-friendly Junk Removal company, and part of The Junkluggers Franchise Network. This business includes two territories covering from Santa Monica down to Hermosa Beach. We have two Junk...

$170,000

$170,000

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Accel Business Advisors

Serving Alameda County, CA

We are a team of seasoned business brokers passionate about helping business owners and investors in business transactions. Our brokers operate less like salespeople and more closely to wedding planners; We will get to know your needs, show you what it will take to get there, and make sure that things are going according to plan the entire way. Our team of brokers has extensive experience and training working with a wide variety of business listings and performing valuations. Your business showcases your hard work and dedication; it deserves the highest level of professionalism that will lead you to a successful closing. All of our team members have had previous experience owning their own business and understand that placing your business for sale can be a stressful time. Through our rigorous training programs, our brokers have learned how to find the right buyer for your business and how to make the closing process run smoothly.

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Well Established Handyman Service Company

Sacramento County, CA

This home handyman business was established in 2016 and has expanded to serve as a primary handyman service in the region. The company utilizes operational systems that allow the owner to manage...

$291,000

$291,000

Cash Flow: $101,000

Cat Sitting Service Bay Area Professional In-Home Cat Care

San Francisco County, CA

This San Francisco Bay Area Cat-Sitting Business specializes in providing professional, certified, high-quality cat-sitting care where a cat is most comfortable: in their own home. Every cat is unique...

$249,900

$249,900

Cash Flow: $120,000

Established Residential and Commercial Painter Franchise

Ventura County, CA

Started in United States in the 90's in the category of residential and commercial property painting, and has become the largest nationwide painting company with nearly 500 franchise locations in the...

$260,000

$260,000

Cash Flow: $138,600

Liquor and another business with Property

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Los Angeles County, CA

High Volume Liquor Store and Coin Laundry Business with properties are for sale. The liquor store' sells more than $140,000 per month and Coin Laundry sells about $37,000 per month. One thing to note...

$8,000,000

$8,000,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

High Volume Retiring Dry Cleaners ( In Escrow)

Lake Forest, CA

1). Monthly gross is $ 42,000 per month 2). Monthly rents $ 8,000 +$1,000 NNN 3).3 year Lease 4). size is approx.1,600 SF.+ High ceiling. 5). OWNER SINCE: 2004 6). The average net income possible is $...

$445,000

$445,000

Cash Flow: $180,000

Government Consulting Firm

Costa Mesa, CA

This established consulting business specializes in working with exclusive government agencies across California, Oregon, and Washington, providing services such as grant writing, reporting and...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $130,000

SBA Pre-qualified! Dry Cleaner, Plant & Agency ,Prime Location,

San Jose, CA

Dry Cleaner - Excellent location with high visibility: close to retail stores, easy freeway access. Huge Housing Community developed, Approx 4,000 housing units. City Development sign installed...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $105,638

Sacramento Area Property Management Portfolio

$250,000 - Sacramento County, CA

$250,000

Sacramento County, CA

Established Residential Landscape and Maintenance Business

Orange County, CA

A great benefit to this business is the loyal customer base. Loyalty continues by providing excellent lawn care services. The owner takes great pride in doing the best work. He is very detailed in his...

$135,000

$135,000

Cash Flow: $125,000

High End Int'l Modeling Agency

Beverly Hills, CA

Founded in 2017, this agency is regarded as a top choice in Southern California, attracting major clients like Alexander Wang, Louis Vuitton, Hermes, Balmain, Saint Laurent, and Armani. They...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $33,921

Metal Finishing

California

owner operated, sanding, buffing, line graining, ultra sonic cleaning...

$378,263

$378,263

Knife Sharpening Route and business for Sale – Fresno Area

California

Knife Sharpening Route for Sale – Fresno Area (Established Accounts + Van) Turnkey opportunity to own and operate a profitable mobile knife sharpening business serving the Fresno/Clovis area. Part of...

$65,000

$65,000

Cash Flow: $55,000

Busy & Lucrative Organic Dry Cleaners

Fair Oaks, CA

Local Organic Cleaning Service Located in Sacramento County, they specialize in eco-friendly cleaning solutions for both residential and commercial clients. Situated in a vibrant and well-maintained...

$85,000

$85,000

Northern California Dry Cleaner w/Wash & Fold!

Contra Costa County, CA

Highly rated eco-friendly dry cleaners in business for more than 25 years and well loved in the community. The store is known for it's high quality work (seriously, some customers drive past a half a...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Long Time Established Plant for sale

Long Beach, CA

Long established Dry Cleaners plant for sale. Absentee Owner. Approximately 1600 sf/ $3,380 per month + NNN. (+4 years left + 5 year option)...

$230,000

$230,000

Cash Flow: $96,000

Postal, Mailbox and Shipping Franchise - Upscale Beach LA Community

Los Angeles County, CA

Postal, Mailbox and Shipping Franchise located in upscale Beach community of Southwestern Los Angeles County available for acquisition. Please note, that this desirable Postal Franchise is located on...

$125,000

$125,000

Cash Flow: $73,599

Perfection in the East Valley

Burbank, CA

Beautifully rebuilt and upgraded laundry with new electrical and plumbing in a prime area with great demographics. Payment system allows for coin, credit card and other forms of payment. New soft...

$875,000

$875,000

Beautiful restaurant with several large private dining spaces and bar

$488,000 - San Jose, CA

$488,000

San Jose, CA

Establised Pest Control Biz - Recurring Revenue

Sacramento County, CA

Long-established pest control company with 20+ years of organic growth and a stellar reputation. Serving 5 counties, this business generates strong recurring revenue and high cash flow from a solid...

$740,000

$740,000

Cash Flow: $250,853

Rare Opportunity Dry Cleaning Business w/ Real Estate For Sale

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Solano County, CA

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to own a thriving dry cleaning plant business and real estate in a prime location. Established for over 23 years, this business is located in a bustling spot...

$2,650,000

$2,650,000

Cash Flow: $164,195

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

DRY CLEANERS, $600K+ Annually, $160K+ Profit-No. CA

Santa Rosa, CA

This is a very profitable business opportunity, operating out of two locations in very busy, well-anchored shopping centers. After forty-five (45) years in the dry-cleaning business, the owner is...

$495,000

$495,000

Local Packing and Shipping Business Since 1983

Redding, CA

Established Local Packing and Shipping Business Since 1983 This well-established service business has been serving the Shasta County community for over 40 years, building a loyal customer base through...

$179,500

$179,500

Cash Flow: $65,000

Well-Established Landscape Business for Sale – Great Reputation

Elk Grove, CA

Founded 25 years ago, this landscape company has established itself as a premier provider of landscaping and design services in the region. With a rich history of excellence, we have become known for...

$2,000,000

$2,000,000

Established Dry Cleaning Business for Sale – Palmdale, CA

Palmdale, CA

HS Listing ID-66946 Take advantage of this turnkey opportunity to own a well-established dry cleaning business in the heart of Palmdale. This Dry Cleaner has a loyal local customer base, one...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Agoura Pool Service Route for Sale

Ventura County, CA

Tight Ideal starter route. Excellent route with good customers. Most of the accounts are in high-end areas and are in well cared for condition. Own your own recession-proof business. Create your own...

$62,400

$62,400

Cash Flow: $70,000

National Pool Route Sales Lic RE Broker CA#01899885 FL#BK33740409

National Pool Route Sales, LLC

Serving Orange County, CA

National Pool Route Sales is the largest and one of the most successful swimming pool service company brokers in the United States. Our 40 years of experience gives us the ability to help beyond the purchase. Our clients enjoy success because of our free consulting and aftermarket care. Almost every client who purchases through our company receives: free consulting through Charles Baird Consulting, access to a world-class industry education website and numerous other business and marketing aids. Our aftermarket care is invaluable and cannot be duplicated. Others may promise, we deliver.

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Cypress Pool Service Route for Sale

Orange County, CA

Contractors license required. 30% seller financing subject to seller approval of buyer & a 17% Discounted sales price. These are all simple easy pools, very basic, except one. Most accounts are...

$52,000

$52,000

Cash Flow: $75,000

El Dorado Hills Pool Service Route for Sale

Sacramento County, CA

Excellent starter route with great growth potential in the area. Nice blend of Complete and Chemistry only accounts. Owner currently spends 15 hours servicing the route. Free tools and supplies on...

$48,000

$48,000

Cash Flow: $56,000

Turnkey National Construction Platform | W/ Full Operations Team

$450,000 - Camarillo, CA

$450,000

Camarillo, CA

Customer Service Software Company

California

This software company provides standardized surveys, analytics, and industry benchmarks for one specific industry however there is a tremendous opportunity for growth by using this software platform...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Cash Flow: $305,186

Growing Dry Cleaning operation in resilient up-market district

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

San Francisco County, CA

Transworld Business Advisors San Francisco Ryan Drake-Lee DRE # 02229462 Long-standing dry cleaning and commercial laundry business in an up-market neighborhood in San Francisco county. This business...

$361,095

$361,095

Cash Flow: $162,766

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Folsom Pool Service Route for Sale

Sacramento County, CA

Great profitable route with long-term customers. Route has been optimized to eliminate problem customers and reduce driving time between customers. Additional consistent profits from filter and salt...

$84,000

$84,000

Cash Flow: $102,000

Proj $1.2M EBITDA Tech-Driven Real Estate Brokerage with $700M+ Deals

Santa Clara County, CA

This established, tech-driven real estate services firm specializes in multifamily transactions, 1031 exchanges, and property management. The business combines high-margin brokerage revenue (2-2.5%...

San Diego Coin Laundry – $375K – 45 Washers / 20 Dryers

San Diego, CA

Turnkey coin laundromat for sale in San Diego. Features 45 washers and 20 dryers, vending machines, swamp coolers, camera system, and all essential amenities for smooth operation. Situated in a...

$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $72,000

Hilmar Pool Service Route for Sale

Merced County, CA

These are unique and loyal customers with solid rates. There is not as much competition in the Hilmar area, which is where most of the pools are located. With some training and responsive customer...

$27,600

$27,600

Cash Flow: $30,000

The UPS Store Franchise in Alameda County CA

Alameda County, CA

SBA Pre-Qualified! An excellent opportunity to acquire a turnkey The UPS Store franchise in Alameda County California - without all of the initial startup costs and concerns. The 2024 revenues reached...

$849,000

$849,000

Cash Flow: $262,363

Clearlake Pool Service Route for Sale

Lake County, CA

Partial SBA qualifiable based on buyers' financials. Long term established outstanding relationship with my clients. Amazing area to work and operate a pool business. Seasoned appreciative clients...

$408,000

$408,000

Cash Flow: $156,900

Established Dry Cleaners, None within 5 mile radius, near freeway

Santa Fe Springs, CA

Family owned and operated for 40 years. Owners relocated to a different city. Perfect opportunity for plant owners. Low rent, high volume....

$185,000

$185,000

Amazing business opportunity popular cafe at trendy Valencia St

San Francisco, CA

DRE#01849175 Realtor Gustavo Lopez Amazing business opportunity to get a popular cafe at trendy Valencia St in San Francisco Mission District. This amazing opportunity does not knock twice at your...

$65,000

$65,000

Pasadena Dry Cleaners

Pasadena, CA

Great busy shopping center location. Quality cleaning. Loyal customers. 1040 clothes conveyor, 1400 sq. ft. shop,...

$275,000

$275,000

Cash Flow: $20,000

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

Number of Businesses Analyzed  

423

Median Asking Price  

$322,500

Median Reported Revenue  

$400,000

Median Reported Earnings  

$136,896

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.


California Service Business Valuation Multiples

Range

Revenue

Earnings (SDE)

Lower Quartile

0.52

1.76

Median

0.80

2.58

Upper Quartile

1.18

3.47

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


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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