Oregon
- Specialized in sweeping paved areas and roadways. - Commercial, Manufacturing, Industrial, Construction, HOA's. - Excellent reputation with over 40 years in the market and long-term customers. -...
$4,600,000
EBITDA: $500,000

Oregon
- Specialized in sweeping paved areas and roadways. - Commercial, Manufacturing, Industrial, Construction, HOA's. - Excellent reputation with over 40 years in the market and long-term customers. -...
$4,600,000
EBITDA: $500,000

Volusia County, FL
Seize the opportunity to own one of Central Florida’s highest-performing wedding venues! The venue is a thriving, fully turnkey business with every system, process, and staff member already in place...
$689,000
Cash Flow: $335,000
Watchung, NJ
Mission Foods Route for Sale – New Jersey Fantastic opportunity to own a well-established Mission Foods distribution route covering a compact and high-traffic territory across Westfield, Garwood,...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $104,000
Dallas County, TX
Established in 1990, this profitable lawn care and landscaping design company has built a strong reputation and loyal customer base across both residential and commercial markets. With recurring...
$405,000
Cash Flow: $152,796
Maryland
REVENUE $ 2,000,000 CASH FLOW $ 1,100,000 CASES IN MILL 150-200 2 PARTNERS ( LITIGATOR AND MARKETING TEAM WILL STAY )...
$3,500,000
Cash Flow: $1,200,000
San Francisco, CA
This long-established San Francisco spa specializes in advanced massage therapy and results-driven esthetician services. Known for deep tissue and sports massage, TMJ treatment, and high-quality...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $119,111
This IP-driven platform empowers organizations to apply behavioral tools that deliver measurable results in sales, negotiation, trust-building, and organizational alignment. Its partner-licensed model...
$2,000,000
Marin County, CA
Take ownership of a highly profitable, well-established drainage and encapsulation business serving North Bay and surrounding areas. This is a trusted name in crawlspace encapsulation and interior...
$1,191,000
Cash Flow: $526,262
Philadelphia, PA
This Snyder’s-Lance route covers a strong, compact area in Northeast Philadelphia with a great mix of chain and wholesale accounts. The route includes 2 Walmarts, 4 ShopRites, 1 Acme, 1 Target, 2...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $104,997
Portage, MI
Turnkey FedEx Pickup & Delivery (P&D) business available, offering a manageable entry point into FedEx contracting. Great stop density including contiguous zip codes throughout exclusive service area....
$435,000
Cash Flow: $132,804
Available Nationwide
GarageExperts® is the dominant leader in the garage renovation and commercial epoxy and polyaspartic flooring industry which is part of the $538 billion home improvement market. For over 15 years, we have been helping residential, commercial, and industrial customers transform their spaces with epoxy and polyaspartic floor coatings, custom-built cabinets, and slatwall organizational systems. The home improvement and commercial market is expected to be a $620 billion industry by the year 2025, leading to endless possibilities for our garage organization and two-component commercial floor coating company. Learn more about becoming a garage floor franchise today.
$65,000
Minnesota
Own a small, profitable operation with a full-time manager! › 10 Trucks › 1 Manager › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of the business. › Spare trucks available for...
$675,000
Cash Flow: $169,725
North Carolina
Be your own boss! Great starter opportunity in the bread route space! › Weekly Revenue: $11,528 › Active Accounts: 4 › Listing Ratio: 20:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery...
$228,000
Georgia
Own a profitable operation with remote ownership opportunity! › 14 Trucks › 1 Manager › Value of fleet included in asking price. › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of...
$1,000,000
Cash Flow: $244,761
Wisconsin
Own a high growth bread route in a desirable area! › Weekly Revenue: $10,249 › Active Accounts: 9 › Listing Ratio: 15:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery system, this...
$155,000
New York
Own an NEMT business with a full fleet and office manager to assist with day-to-day operations. › 11 Trucks › Enter the non-emergency transportation industry with an established operation! › A...
$1,250,000
Cash Flow: $295,079
Patrick McAdams
Murphy Business & Financial Services LLC
Serving Waukesha County, WI
Murphy Business is one of the largest and most successful business brokerage firms in the country with business brokers conveniently located throughout the United States and Canada. The Milwaukee – Waukesha (WI) office provides beneficial connections in Milwaukee and surrounding areas. Choosing to partner with a national business broker provides an advantageous reach of over one hundred offices that have affiliations with National and International Business Brokerage and Merger & Acquisition associations.
Oklahoma
Be your own boss! Great starter opportunity in the bread route space! › Weekly Revenue: $13,401 › Active Accounts: 14 › Listing Ratio: 14:1 › Perfect for first-time business owners, this route offers...
$185,000
Alabama
Own a profitable, low-mileage operation with a strong management team! › 31 Trucks › 1 Manager › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational...
$2,600,000
Cash Flow: $751,150
Tucson, AZ
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...
$1,000,000
Cleveland, OH
Have you ever dreamed of running a meaningful, home-based business with low overhead costs? This is your chance to get one of the top-performing territories in a quickly growing home improvement...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $222,000
Colorado
Own a profitable, low-mileage operation in a great territory! › 10 Trucks › 1 Manager › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of...
$899,000
Cash Flow: $234,219
Available in Multiple Locations
Secure your future in the high-demand $9.15B fence industry with unmatched growth potential—powered by HorsePower Brands.
$75,000
Minnesota
Own a profitable, rural operation with a full-time manager! › 11 Trucks › 1 Manager › Rural territories offer easy routes for drivers and lower than average turnover. › Full-time manager on staff to...
$700,000
Cash Flow: $260,800
Essex County, NJ
Privileged opportunity to acquire a well-established print, signage, and marketing services franchise with a multi-decade footprint and deep market trust. Operating under a respected network of nearly...
$2,999,999
Cash Flow: $973,000
Tampa, FL
Established tree removal and trimming business serving the Tampa Bay area with a strong reputation and loyal repeat customer base. Voted Nextdoor Favorite four years in a row and backed by excellent...
$198,000
Cash Flow: $109,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Kentucky
This full-service restoration company, operating for over a decade in Kentucky includes reconstruction and remodeling services. The business has strong insurance carrier relationships and is supported...
$2,710,000
Cash Flow: $851,444
New York
Owner relocation forces sale, Seller is motivated, price just reduced: Invest in a successful model for eSports - this is not an arcade- this time-refined business model is based on repeat program...
$150,000
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
Maricopa County, AZ
CASH ONLY This is a rare opportunity to acquire one of Arizona’s fastest-growing window services companies, operating in a high-demand, recession-resistant market with substantial room for statewide...
$1,300,000
Cash Flow: $315,000
Kansas City, MO
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...
$122,000
Cash Flow: $254,500
Fairfield County, CT
This business is a well-established and highly profitable senior living services franchise that provides a free service to seniors and families by helping them find senior living communities that best...
$1,700,000
Cash Flow: $425,000
Nampa, ID
Established in 2001, this family-owned appliance sales and service company has built a trusted reputation for quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. With over two decades of consistent...
$129,000
Cash Flow: $113,280
Available in Multiple Locations
Award-winning franchise. Recession-proof, multi-unit opportunities, low operating costs. Let’s have a conversation.
$350,000
New Haven County, CT
Several Mission Foods Routes for sale across mostly CT as well as MA areas. Routes are being sold in a first come first serve basis. Great chain stores like Stop and Shop, BJs, Target, Costco and many...
$52,000
Cash Flow: $78,000
Palm Beach County, FL
This exceptional opportunity presents a highly profitable, turnkey business with over 30 years of proven success in the print, marketing, and promotional services industry. Established in 1991, this...
$675,000
Cash Flow: $243,558
Tallahassee, FL
This is a great opportunity to buy an established B2B service provider that has been servicing local business in the greater Tallahassee area for close to 20 years. The business provides print,...
$199,000
Cash Flow: $94,000
Seattle, WA
Substantial price reduction: $4,000,000 for 3 operating performing retail marijuana stores and licenses located close to I-5 Freeway in Washington State. Price is at 70% of trailing year sales of last...
$4,000,000
EBITDA: $1,750,000
Westminster, CO
Residential and commercial window cleaning, gutter cleaning, and snow removal in the thriving Denver metro. The sky is the limit with this turn key business. Strong reputation and Google reviews....
$150,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Available Nationwide
STEP ABOVE THE COMPETITION WITH COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES Many of our competitors in the pest control industry offer limited services. At Complete Pest Solutions, we strive to provide a broad set of comprehensive solutions to many different pest control issues. Our technicians are even trained to offer expert solutions to wildlife intrusions and nuisances, something many small pest control companies (and some of the big ones) do not provide.
$100,000
Albuquerque, NM
This business offers trusted, environmentally responsible junk removal services for homes and businesses alike. With the backing of a respected national franchise, owners benefit from a proven model,...
$190,000
Omaha, NE
This established business delivers professional, eco-friendly junk removal services to both residential and commercial clients. Supported by the strong reputation and proven systems of its franchisor,...
$190,000
Kansas City, MO
This business provides professional, eco-friendly junk removal services to residential and commercial customers. Backed by the trusted reputation of its franchisor, each franchise is given the tools...
$190,000
DuPage County, IL
Step into a turnkey value growth consulting practice with a nationally recognized brand. This business serves the thriving business community of Naperville and DuPage County—an established and growing...
$55,000
Cash Flow: $160,456
Mobile County, AL
This is a rare opportunity to acquire an established franchise location specializing in charcuterie boards, catering, and delivery. With a prime location in Baldwin County, favorable long-term lease,...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $8,000
Rick Barth
Grandworth Business Brokers & Intermediaries LLC
Serving Franklin County, OH
Grandworth BB&I is a full-service Business Brokerage firm specializing in leading privately-owned businesses thru confidential sale transactions to successful conclusion for all parties. We operate in a wide range of industries including manufacturing, distribution, retail, service, e-commerce, B2B, etc. Our brokers have over 75 years of combined business experience in functions including sales, marketing, engineering, manufacturing, operations, quality assurance, supply chain, sustainment, IT, organizational leadership and small business counseling. We're friendly, knowledgeable and look forward to helping make your dream a reality!
Citrus Springs, FL
Here’s your chance to own a pool route from Citrus Springs! It consists of 98 accounts generating a guaranteed $8,825 per month plus MORE from repairs and filter cleans! ***This is an owner operated...
$106,740
Cash Flow: $100,929
Ontario
"A highly regarded, established sign installation and repair, boasting top-tier, well-maintained equipment, a loyal and expanding customer base, and a team of skilled, knowledgeable professionals."...
$950,000
EBITDA: $135,335
Pierce County, WA
This is a strong opportunity to acquire an established provider of branded merchandise and promotional marketing solutions. The business offers a wide range of services, including custom embroidery,...
$84,995
Cash Flow: $50,000
Lafayette County, LA
Own a thriving business brokerage in the heart of Baton Rouge—one of Louisiana’s most economically vibrant and steadily expanding markets. This turnkey operation follows a proven and scalable business...
$67,500
Independence, MO
This is a well-established, turnkey B2B marketing and custom apparel business that specializes in branded merchandise, embroidery, screen printing, promotional products, and digital marketing...
$119,950
Available in Multiple Locations
Martinizing is the Most Iconic Name In Dry Cleaning!
$60,000
Rankin County, MS
Step into ownership of a turnkey business brokerage franchise backed by over 40 years of national brand recognition and success. Now available in the growing and opportunity-rich Jackson, MS market,...
$84,999
Schenectady County, NY
This is a great opportunity to buy a very well established B2B service provider in the Schenectady / Albany area. The business has an excellent reputation for quality and service. It provides print,...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $310,609
Michigan Center, MI
***** Pre Approved for SBA Laon by a SBA Lender Bank with 10% down payment ***** Own a thriving, established HVAC franchise in the robust Southern Michigan market. This is a rare, recession-resistant...
$595,000
Cash Flow: $141,000
Ozone Park, NY
This full-service restoration and specialty cleaning franchise location with a roofing component has built a trusted reputation across Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and the Bronx for professionalism,...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $638,949
Nashville, TN
A nationally recognized branding & marketing agency based in Middle Tennessee is now available for acquisition. With more than a decade of success and 46% revenue growth since 2022, this firm offers...
$1,300,000
Cash Flow: $315,675
Available Nationwide
Thrive with a Recession-Resistant, Essential Service Business Backed by a Proven Business Model
$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
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
5,359 |
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Median Asking Price |
$312,338 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$525,724 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$152,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Service Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.43 |
1.50 |
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Median |
0.72 |
2.43 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.08 |
3.44 |
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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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