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South Bend, IN Children's Service Business - $28,000

South Bend, IN

This is a great opportunity to take over a children's service business in South Bend, IN for only $28,000! Owner is selling to focus on other businesses but this opportunity is primed for growth with...

$28,000

$28,000

Peoria, IL Children's Service Business $18,500

Peoria, IL

This is a great opportunity to take over a great educational service business in Peoria, IL for less than $20,000! Owner is selling to focus on other businesses but this opportunity is primed for...

$18,500

$18,500

Springfield, IL Educational Service Business for Sale $29,000

Springfield, IL

This is a great opportunity to take over a great educational service business in wonderful Springfield, IL market for less than $30,000! Owner is selling to focus on other businesses but this...

$29,000

$29,000

Dubuque, IA Educational Service Business Priced at Only $24,500

Dubuque, IA

This is a great opportunity to take over a great educational service business in Dubuque, IA for less than $25,000! Owner is selling to focus on other businesses but this opportunity is primed for...

$24,500

$24,500

Iowa City, IA Tutoring Business $19,500

Iowa City, IA

This Iowa City education business is primed for growth! Owner is selling at a fraction of his initial cost to start the business so that he can focus on other businesses in different markets. The...

$19,500

$19,500

Profitable Pool Construction & Service Business | Reduced Price

Denton County, TX

Discover a lucrative opportunity with this well-established swimming pool construction and service business. Renowned for its high-quality workmanship and exceptional customer service, this business...

$199,500

$199,500

Cash Flow: $155,655

E-Commerce Firearms Business w/Two Brick & Mortar Locations #779

Saint Louis, MO

With over $60m in sales in 10 years, this business has had a successful run and still has room to grow. Due to market inconsistencies, the business has seen its ups and downs over the years. This is a...

$6,466,000

$6,466,000

Cash Flow: $326,969

Four Decades of Trusted Electrical Contracting Services

Bucks County, PA

Take the reins of a trusted name in the electrical contracting industry with a 40-year track record of success. Known throughout the Northeast for their expertise—especially in exterior parking lot...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Commercial Cleaning: Profitable Janitorial Business - Raleigh

Raleigh, NC

This successful and highly profitable business comes with a strong and ongoing support system including marketing, operations and finance plus a highly rated training program. This well-established...

$17,490

$17,490

Cash Flow: $25,000

Parking Lot Maintenance and Repair Company (Industry Disruptor)

Indianapolis, WA

This full-service parking lot maintenance company virtually has no organized competition .The sale price includes equipment assets. Almost every building has a parking lot and parking lots deteriorate...

$239,000

$239,000

Cash Flow: $208,300

State of the Art Male Health Clinic- Lowell

Lowell, MA

Our clinic enjoys reoccurring revenues from multiple sources which produce a steady, reliable, and predictable monthly cash flow. Our business is primarily a member only model. The clinic builds...

$306,900

$306,900

Cash Flow: $627,230

Well-established and Reputable Landscaping Business For Sale

Canada

Investiprise Business Brokers are pleased to present a well-established and reputable landscaping business for sale in the West Island of Montreal, Quebec. The business has been operating under the...

$200,000

$200,000

Cash Flow: $50,000

Established Breathalyzer & Auto Service with Recurring Revenue

Ingham County, MI

SBA Pre-Approved! Take over a successful, full-service car audio retailer and installer with a loyal customer base and experienced staff! Established, thriving automotive business for sale featuring...

$345,000

$345,000

Cash Flow: $165,402

Dry Cleaners in Santa Clarita( Newhall)

Newhall, CA

This is one of the best cleaners in the area with lots of parking and I f you like high quality of service for the dry cleaning , this is the place and the location is great They always get the job...

$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $96,000

Industry Leader in Event Storage Solutions

Plymouth County, MA

This business is the national leader in storage services for events. With a fleet of seventeen specially designed storage trucks working all across the country at major sports venues, concerts,...

$5,000,000

$5,000,000

Cash Flow: $944,288

Executively Managed Plumbing & Drain Care Business

Hartford, CT

This drain and sewer services business offers a profitable opportunity in a high-demand industry. Specializing in drain cleaning, repairs, and inspections, it serves a strong base of residential and...

$334,900

$334,900

Cash Flow: $320,233

Claudia Smith

Murphy Business Northwest, Inc

Serving King County, WA

Murphy is a highly respected national business brokerage firm with global reach! We have sold nearly every type of business in every industry! Our experience as business brokers, outstanding level of knowledge, and our broad network of business contacts assure your ultimate satisfaction. We manage a comprehensive range of services that includes: Sales of privately held businesses Mergers and acquisitions Business valuations Appraisals of machinery and equipment Commercial real estate and business consulting And more…

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Comprehensive B2B & B2C Heating & Air Business

Louisville, KY

This is an outstanding opportunity to acquire a top-tier HVAC company serving both residential and commercial clients. Known for delivering exceptional heating, ventilation, and air conditioning...

$208,900

$208,900

Cash Flow: $219,556

Profitable Coin Operated Laundromat for Sale in Metro Baton Rouge

Louisiana

Sunbelt Business Brokers of Baton Rouge is excited to present an exceptional opportunity to own a thriving coin laundromat in a prime location in Metro Baton Rouge. As one of three available locations...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $58,716

Bon Appetite Route for sale in metro area

Phoenix, AZ

51 stores high volume route. Excellent records and very reliable income. Circle K and QTs...

$140,000

$140,000

Cash Flow: $125,000

Established Food Truck and Catering Business

Lehigh County, PA

Take over our very successful food truck and catering business. We have successfully adapted all our “scratch recipes” to our food truck delivery model to ensure the product remains attractive and...

$55,000

$55,000

Profitable 20+ Years in Laundromat For SALE

Boston, MA

Prime Location, Prime Opportunity! Discover a hidden gem of business potential in the heart of Back Bay, Boston, MA. This thriving coin-operated laundromat enjoys a steady stream of customer traffic....

$199,500

$199,500

Contents Restoration Business - Lucrative Opportunity - Niche Market

Missouri

Specializes in a unique niche – restoring the valuable and sentimental items that make a house a home. With a proven track record and strong industry connections, this is your chance to own a business...

$399,900

$399,900

Cash Flow: $300,698

Highly Reputable Roofing and Exterior Services Business

Fort Wayne, OK

• Essential home services: roofing, siding, gutters, repairs • Consistent demand with both residential and commercial work • Big-ticket projects with recurring maintenance opportunities • Central call...

$257,900

$257,900

Cash Flow: $427,648

Pittsburgh Home Improvement Business: Multi-Revenue Stream- Home Based

Pittsburgh, PA

This “high margin” and established homebased business has been providing outstanding customer service to our clients from the initial call to the final payment. Our goal is always to “WOW” our clients...

$139,999

$139,999

Cash Flow: $180,000

Premier Custom T-shirt and Embroidery Business

Gwinnett County, GA

After building and maintaining a very successful Custom T-shirt and Embroidery Business, the owners are ready to retire! The Company has a retail location and a strong online presence offering...

$1,900,000

$1,900,000

Seeking "Investor/Partner" in Commercial Flooring Co., Dallas,Tx(Cash)

Dallas County, TX

* Seeking Investor/Partner! "Company' is based in the Dallas area!. ** Commercial 14,500 SF Warehouse is available to acquire for $2 MM that "CAN" be included in the Investment if desired. The...

$1,750,000

$1,750,000

Cash Flow: $1,000,000

Event Company With Large Capacity Party Hall

Florida

A luxurious event hall designed to host grand and memorable events, accommodating up to 500 guests. This elegant venue is highlighted by state-of-the-art features including robotic lights, LED bars,...

$1,899,999

$1,899,999

Cash Flow: $575,000

Mold Testing business. No Office Space Needed, Low Overhead, No staff.

Wappingers Falls, NY

Owner highly motivated retiring and Ready to Exit No Office Space Needed, Low Overhead, No Employees Needed. After proudly serving the Hudson Valley market for over 28 years, this business is now...

$295,000

$295,000

Cash Flow: $135,000

Profitable Dry Cleaners with Real Estate- 2 Locations

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Warner Robins, GA

This full-service dry-cleaning business is located in central, GA area. They continue to be a staple in the community for over 50+ years and maintain a great reputation for quality cleaning and...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $107,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

(High Gross Profits) Property Damage and Restoration Company

Pittsburgh, PA

For Sale: this high cash best option restoration business that is proven and recession-proof “B2B” and “B2Consumer” company. Still plenty of room for additional and extensive growth in this large and...

$140,000

$140,000

Cash Flow: $800,000

Large Laundromat Reduced Price!

Philadelphia County, PA

Price Reduced! Large laundromat consisting of 59 washers and 61 dryers. Other Income - $1112 massage chair, $6,280 lottery, $1,200 toy machine, $1,200 ATM=$9,182 Original Costs Equipment $891,000 To...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $51,634

3 Bay Mechanic Shop In Nassau County

Nassau County, NY

HS Listing ID-38012 Explore a unique opportunity to own a newly renovated, 3-bay mechanic shop, strategically located on a four-lane main road in Nassau County, close to major highways. This 2153 sq...

$329,999

$329,999

Cash Flow: $150,000

Mission Tortillas Route For Sale

Gretna, LA

Rare Opportunity!!! Mission Foods route listed for $125,000 with only 4 stores in the Westbank area. This route delivers to popular grocery stores starting early in the morning. This business has a...

$125,000

$125,000

Corporate Event Company

Maricopa County, AZ

OWNERS RETIRING. An innovative, corporate event company . The company has an excellent reputation that spans 30 years of being in the Event Business. The company employs two people and utilizes...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $196,932

PRICE REDUCED! Specialty commercial printing business

Saint Louis, MO

PRICE REDUCED! Well-established specialty printing business with a 20-year legacy. This seasonal business produces a premium custom product and operates with peak demand just a few months of the year....

$475,000

$475,000

Cash Flow: $154,207

Luxury Car Rental Services In Multiple Locations!

Scottsdale, AZ

Exotic car rental business in Scottsdale, Charlotte, and Orlando! (Leasing office in Scottsdale, remote on the other locations). Throughout the years, Seller has focused on creating a personal rental...

$700,000

$700,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Established Marketing Services Business in Southeast Kansas area!

Neosho County, KS

This marketing services business in Southeast Kansas was established in 1997. They are well known in their community and have built a well-respected reputation dedicated to providing excellent...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $235,000

Hartford- Profitable Commercial Cleaning/ Janitorial Business

Hartford, MA

For sale: a well-established local commercial cleaning business that is part of a highly acclaimed and respected national franchise brand. We service large corporate accounts with contracts in place....

$17,490

$17,490

Cash Flow: $25,000

Commercial Cleaning: Profitable Janitorial Business

Greensboro, NC

For Sale: A well-established local commercial cleaning business that is part of a highly acclaimed and respected national franchise brand. We service large corporate accounts with contracts in place....

$17,499

$17,499

Cash Flow: $25,000

Property Damage & Restoration Company w/ High Gross Profits

Chattanooga, TN

A high cash flow, proven and recession-proof “B2B” and “B2Consumer” company is for sale. Still plenty of room for additional and extensive growth in this large and protected territory. The business...

$139,999

$139,999

Cash Flow: $800,000

Detroit Parking Lot Maintenance/Repair Company

Detroit, CT

For Sale: this full-service parking lot maintenance company that virtually has no organized competition. The sale price includes equipment assets. Almost every building has a parking lot and parking...

$239,000

$239,000

Cash Flow: $718,320

Alterating , dress expensive clothes

Media, PA

ONLY OPEN FOR 5 DAYS PER WEEK, CLOSED SUNDAY & MONDAY Good area , alternating / repairing expensive clothes , seller works by herself, 600 sq ft , seller has been in here for long time, high profit ,...

$129,000

$129,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

REDUCED! Martin's Bread Route $389,000 - Daytona / Port Orange

Daytona Beach, FL

PRICE REDUCED! Martin's Bread Route FOR SALE Daytona / Port Orange Volusia County Depot in Sanford PRICE NOW: $389,000 PRICE WAS: $394,000 Owner Reported Net: $131,350 Approximate Weekly Net NOW:...

$389,000

$389,000

Cash Flow: $131,352

Landfill-Exceptional!

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Alabama

C&D landfill available! Very busy, long established, operation with a large parcel of land and decades of airspace left. Very well run, with growth opportunities as well. Engineer survey done last...

Cash Flow: $658,000

Cash Flow: $658,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Chase Busenbark

First Choice Southeast

Serving St. Louis County, MO

Sell Your Business - Now is the right time to consider selling your business. Business Valuation - Market Price Analysis. Merger & Acquisition Services - M & A Advisors. Business Custom Search - Buyers, you have the money, now let's find you the right business! Transactional Guidance - There is a safe course to chart the process of successfully buying or selling.

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Repair Company: Parking Lot Maintenance - Industry Disruptor

Macon Brm, OR

The sale price includes equipment assets. This full-service parking lot maintenance company virtually has no organized competition. Almost every building has a parking lot and parking lots deteriorate...

$239,000

$239,000

Cash Flow: $208,300

Established Civil Engineering & Land Surveying Company

New Haven County, CT

Prominent Civil Engineering – Land Surveying Company headquartered in New Haven County – Ownership – is seeking retirement after many years of service in the local community. This Company has over 40...

$895,000

$895,000

Cash Flow: $500,000

Dry cleaner ($220,000 net yearly)

Los Angeles, CA

One shot pay recommended for the good negotiation. Prime location in town, Easy to run as family business. Owner retires after 30 years business in the area. Monthly sales is around $65,000, 3000sf of...

$598,000

$598,000

Cash Flow: $220,000

$ Big Profits-BLINDS, SHADES & WINDOW COVERINGS CO- Seller Will Train

Dallas, TX

This 24 year old company was established in 1999 as a full service, boutique style shop-at-home window coverings retail business. With prior experience manufacturing blinds and shades,the Owner opened...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $125,000

High Gross Profits: Property Damage and Restoration Company

Charlotte, NJ

There is still plenty of room for additional and extensive growth in this large and protected territory. A high cash flow, proven and recession-proof “B2B” and “B2Consumer” company is for sale. The...

$140,000

$140,000

Cash Flow: $800,000

Consulting Engineering Firm For Sale

Fairfield County, CT

Prominent Civil Engineering – Land Surveying Company headquartered in Fairfield County has over 40 years of Land Records for Fairfield, Litchfield, and Surrounding Counties. This firm offers Civil...

$995,000

$995,000

Cash Flow: $273,000

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

 

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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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