Seattle, WA
$75,000
Service Established Businesses For Sale
Industry Info
Party Rental Store with Great Potential
Rare!! SBA Eligible: Absentee Run Dry Cleaning and Drop Store Combo
Wilmington, DE
$750,000
Commercial Cleaning Business Area Developer Throughout Chattanooga.
Chattanooga, TN
$75,000
Exterior Cleaning Business w/ Recurring Revenue – Metro Detroit
Macomb County, MI
$399,000
Long-Standing Event Planning Business-Seller Finance Available!
Collin County, TX
$75,000
Full Service Commercial Flooring Co.-$1.8M Adjusted EBITDA
Dallas County, TX
$8,000,000
Real Estate and Mortgage Company For Sale
California
$700,000
Established Pack & Ship Store - Loyal Customers - Boulder CO
Boulder, CO
$315,000
Est. Printing Co. with 50+ Yrs of Success: Ready for New Owner
Iowa
$650,000
Est. Underground Drilling Business in CO: 35+ Years of Success
Denver, CO
$480,000
Remote Absentee National Sales Training Company
California
$1,600,000
Price Reduced Again! Cell Phone Accessories and Repair Retail Chain
Layton, UT
$1,195,000
Dumpster/Junk Hauling business
Seattle, WA
$469,000
Local, Independent Insurance Agency In Salt Lake
Salt Lake City, UT
$105,000
Laundromat Opportunity
Franklin County, OH
$499,000
Extra Large Blue Ash Handyman Business Resale
Blue Ash, OH
$475,000
Michael Nunnery
Global Business Brokers & Valuations Inc
Serving Hillsborough County, FL
OUR FIRM Global Business Brokers & Valuations Inc. is your premier partner in transitioning your business into the hands of a new owner. Our firm is led by Michael Nunnery and Chris Hazelwood, whose expertise in real estate, business brokering, and financial analysis form the bedrock of our service portfolio. Michael, with nine years of experience in real estate and business brokering, brings an in-depth understanding of market trends and buyer behavior. Chris, a seasoned CPA, adds a layer of financial rigor with fifteen years of experience, ensuring that the valuation and presentation of your business are beyond reproach. Our approach is holistic and tailored; we understand that selling a business is not just a transaction but a life-changing event. Therefore, we take great care in understanding your business's unique story and potential, translating it into a compelling narrative for the market. We are committed to maintaining the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality, recognizing the trust you place in us to manage the sale of your most valuable asset. The journey of selling your business is complex and nuanced. We stand by you at every step, offering clarity and strategic advice. From initial assessment to closing the deal, our team's expertise ensures that your business is positioned strategically in front of the right buyers. With GBBV Inc., you're not just selling your business; you're setting the stage for its future and yours.
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Abilene, TX Tax & Accounting Practice for Sale
Taylor County, TX
$500,000
Modern Vending Machines - Booming
Philadelphia, PA
$170,000
Thriving and Highly Profitable Landscaping Business for Sale
Palm Beach County, FL
$295,000
Therapeutic Services Business Specializing in Individual Support
Colorado
$292,000
Palm Beach Laundry for Sale
West Palm Beach, FL
$1,500,000
Well Established, High Volume Dry Cleaner
Norfolk County, MA
$389,000
Rapidly growing solar and electrical provider in California
Allen, TX
$1,500,000
Profitable DC Metro Equipment Dealer- Owner Retiring- GREAT CASH FLOW
Montgomery County, MD
$1,250,000
$1.6M Buildout Profitable| Turnkey Digital Laundromat
San Antonio, TX
$1,249,000
Pet Waste Management Franchise - Madison Territory – $80K+ Revenue
Dane County, WI
$100,000
Landscape Business South Metro – $152K Down Gets $389K Cash Flow!
Minnesota
$1,150,000
Price Improvement! Est. Career/Executive Coaching
New York County, NY
$100,000
Healthy Home Air Purification & Cleaning Business - Multiple Locations
West Hartford, CT
$1,300,000
The UPS Store Franchise in Yakima County WA
Yakima County, WA
$400,000
Turn-Key Kids Party & Play Center For Sale
Lehigh County, PA
$79,999
Profitable Site Preparation Business for Sale- Built for Growth
Charlotte County, FL
$1,999,999
Human Resources Staffing & Consulting Firm
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $122,024
Modern Medspa With High Potential For Sale
Hartford, CT
$185,000
Niche Music Service Company - Generous Seller Financing
Union County, NJ
$550,000
Environmental Consulting/Building Inspection Firm
Boise, ID
$290,000
Highly Profitable Legal Support Services Business
Santa Rosa, CA
$95,000
Healthcare Recruiting Company
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $10
Profitable, Turnkey Hawaii-Based Business, Family and Trust Law Firm
Hilo, HI
$1,800,000
Commercial Ceiling Cleaning and Installation Business
Hamilton County, IN
$700,000
Carpet Cleaning Business
Beaver County, PA
$125,000
Well Established Party Rental Company in Greater Los Angeles
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,125,000
Commercial Interior Design & Design/Construction Documents
California
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $375,000
Established Snow removal ( winter ) with Stormwater biz ( summer )
Bozeman, MT
$750,000
Dick Obendorf MA, OJT
bXb Business Brokers
Serving Snohomish County, WA
Allen Stockbridge and Dick Obendorf formed bXb Business Brokers in 2020 to serve small business owners that are considering or have decided to sell their businesses. Allen is a CCIM/JD with nearly 40 yrs experience in real estate and Dick’s background is owner and operator of several different types of businesses for over 40 yrs. Our broker partners are located throughout the US and Canada. All partner brokers are trained and members of IBBA. “International Business Brokers Association”
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Landscaping, Tree Trimming, Plants and Maintenance
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$1,699,000
Established-cash flowing Painting business in DC for sale
Washington, DC
$795,000
First Impression Home Design
Eugene, OR
$150,000
Restaurant Exhaust Hood Cleaning
Dunedin, FL
$375,000
Popular Juice Bar & Event Catering Services
Los Angeles County, CA
$249,000
Profitable SD Commercial Janitorial Service Franchise
San Diego, CA
$350,000
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
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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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Read the Report:
Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
Popular Service Businesses
Some of the most popular categories include:
- Appliance Repair Businesses
- Architecture and Engineering Firms
- Catering Companies
- Cleaning Businesses
- Commercial Laundry Businesses
- Dry Cleaners
- Funeral Homes
- Landscaping and Yard Service Businesses
- Laundromats and Coin Laundry Businesses
- Locksmith Businesses
- Medical Billing Businesses
- Pest Control Businesses
- Property Management Businesses
- Security Businesses
- Staffing Agencies
- Waste Management and Recycling Businesses
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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