Mineola, NY
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a long-standing electrical contracting business with a 60-year track record of success across residential, commercial and industrial sectors. This company is...
Mineola, NY
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a long-standing electrical contracting business with a 60-year track record of success across residential, commercial and industrial sectors. This company is...
$999,000
Cash Flow: $500,000
Tennessee
This is a home-based janitorial services company with a strong and growing presence in the Knoxville metropolitan area, offering professional commercial cleaning solutions to a wide variety of...
$799,000
Cash Flow: $218,669
Suffolk County, NY
Founded in 1985, this business is the unparalleled leader of the interior window covering industry. They have an exclusive brand partnership with a top product distributor. This business has produced...
$1,400,000
Cash Flow: $245,000
Tarrytown, NY
***Inquire for financial performance information*** Here is an exciting opportunity to acquire an established Express Employment Professionals franchise in Tarrytown, NY. Located in a high-demand...
$140,000
New Jersey
This highly profitable state-of-the-art entertainment center has multiple revenue streams and attractions for all ages, from toddlers to senior citizens. This 50,000 SF + one-of-a-kind entertainment...
$10,800,000
Cash Flow: $2,700,000
Menifee, CA
This well-established HVAC company has been serving both residential and commercial clients throughout Los Angeles County for over 16 years. Known for its commitment to quality and health-focused...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $84,109
Montgomery County, PA
This boutique fitness franchise operates in two prime locations within affluent communities, both running smoothly with experienced instructors and staff. The owner enjoys a flexible schedule,...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $170,000
Elkridge, MD
This established testing lab is a prime opportunity to own a respected business in a booming, recession-resistant industry. Since 2017, this lab has evolved from drug and DNA testing to offering a...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $46,393
New York, NY
Network of 3 locations, across 60 blocks, in a great residential area of Manhattan. This boutique fitness/wellness model is part of a franchise with over 400 open locations. This is a VERY SIMPLE...
$2,600,000
Cash Flow: $536,000
Escanaba, MI
A well-respected local business in Escanaba, MI, originally founded in 1989, and located in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. We provide asbestos abatement work and recently have added a Pest Control...
$2,250,000
EBITDA: $500,000
Available Nationwide
The Future of Dry Cleaning!
$125,000
See More FranchisesNew York
This is a rare opportunity to purchase an extremely well-established Electrical Contracting Company business along with its real estate property. For 50+ years, this Company has been servicing the...
$2,200,000
Cash Flow: $480,000
New Haven County, CT
Owner must sell! A highly profitable, 100% Absentee family entertainment center is for sale in Connecticut. The potential of this facility is tremendous, as the business is just a few years old and...
$800,000
Cash Flow: $220,000
$145,000
Knoxville, TN
Belmont, NC
This business is part of a proven franchise system delivering reliable pet waste removal services to residential and commercial clients. Customers enjoy dependable, scheduled cleanings supported by...
$140,000
EBITDA: $27,000
Pennsylvania
Be your own boss! Great starter opportunity in the bread route space! › Weekly Revenue: $16,004 › Listing Ratio: 9:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery system, this...
$142,000
Si Pae
4a Business Broker LLC
Serving Union County, NJ
My focus is on my client's interest and providing the best service in the marketplace.
Missouri
Get a jumpstart into logistics industry with bread routes! › Weekly Revenue: $16,024 › Listing Ratio: 6:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery system, this opportunity promises...
$90,000
Tennessee
Get a jumpstart into logistics industry with bread routes! › Weekly Revenue: $16,753 › Listing Ratio: 5:1 › Perfect for first-time business owners, this route offers room for growth. › This bread...
$80,000
Ohio
Own a profitable portfolio of mainly dedicated solo runs! › 5 Dedicated Solo Runs › 1 Dedicated Team Run › 2 Unassigned Solo Runs › 9 Trucks › 1 Manager › Dedicated runs offer consistent, reliable...
$2,300,000
Cash Flow: $528,656
Texas
Own a profitable & growing business in a residential area! › 35-55 Routes › 57 Trucks › 6 Managers › Efficient operation with a full time manager in place to run the daily operation. › Clean,...
$1,750,000
Cash Flow: $1,939,939
Charlotte, NC
Business Description: This fast-growing, tech-enabled marketing agency delivers high-performing direct mail and digital advertising campaigns for small businesses, franchises, and national brands....
$699,000
Cash Flow: $248,276
Available in Multiple Locations
Award-winning MaidPro is America’s most loved home cleaning franchise—trusted for over 30 years by families and businesses alike.
$45,000
See More FranchisesSterling Heights, MI
Fibrenew Franchise Resale – An Unique Opportunity Step into a business built on craftsmanship, creativity, and community. This Fibrenew franchise is more than just a business—it’s a lifestyle with...
$89,000
Memphis, TN
If you prefer a proven business over starting from scratch, this resale offers the perfect opportunity. With established systems in place, a potential customer base, and a defined territory, you can...
$80,000
$714,000
San Antonio, TX
Jackson, WY
Rare opportunity to own one of only two laundromats within a 45-minute drive of Jackson Hole, Wyoming, serving over 3 million annual tourists. This turnkey, passive investment has been successfully...
$1,900,000
EBITDA: $320,000
Collier County, FL
Established in Naples, Florida this well-respected air conditioning company has built a reputation for reliability, quality workmanship, and exceptional customer service. With several years of...
$525,000
Cash Flow: $292,593
San Francisco County, CA
For over 25 years this Company has thrived as the oldest and most trusted brand in its niche industry, providing a highly successful solution to upscale Clientele. With over two decades of strong...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $1,100,000
Columbus, OH
Enter a booming industry focused on energy efficiency, sustainability, and smart construction. This turnkey spray foam insulation franchise provides residential, commercial, and new-build clients with...
$625,000
Fernley, NV
Mission Foods Route For Sale Fernley NV $110,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$110,000
Cash Flow: $97,178
West Richland, WA
The Yakima franchise started in 2015 and covers Yakima, Richland, Kennewick, and Pasco, Washington. The foundation here has been built, and there's room to grow inside the territory with expansion...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lawton, OK
Prime Commercial Space for Sale in Lawton, OK! Seize the opportunity to own this versatile commercial building located in the heart of Lawton, Oklahoma! Key Features: • All Equipment Included:...
$415,000
Available Nationwide
Mr. Handyman, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading home improvement services franchise.
$50,000
See More FranchisesMaine
Located in a bustling city in Maine, this thriving, community-focused business is a rare opportunity for a new owner to step into a well-established, high-demand operation with strong brand...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $144,000
Plano, TX
This home care business provides a wide range of essential services that allow seniors and other clients to remain safe and independent in their homes. Built on a proven foundation of care, it...
$355,000
Cash Flow: $327,663
$899,000
Phoenix, AZ
Raleigh, NC
This home care business is part of a thriving industry that provides essential services to seniors and others who prefer to remain independent at home. From companion care and daily living support to...
$359,000
Cash Flow: $335,898
Payson, AZ
Established Pack and ship business for sale in Payson, Arizona. Family-owned for 19 years, it's ideal for an owner-operator or family, not for absentee owners or passive investors. The business...
$249,500
Cash Flow: $121,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Paul Davis has over a 97% success rate for franchises because success is part of our business model!
$500,000
See More FranchisesMacungie, PA
Rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, PennDOT certified sealcoating, line striping, and asphalt maintenance business with 5 years of success, a perfect 5-star reputation, and multiple active...
$350,000
EBITDA: $129,921
Naples, FL
An exceptional opportunity awaits to acquire a well-established and highly profitable landscaping design business in the heart of Southwest Florida. Known for its creative and luxurious outdoor...
$329,000
Cash Flow: $201,139
San Diego, CA
Purchaser must hold an active California Class B Contractor’s License, either individually or through their LLC. Rare opportunity to acquire a high-margin, turnkey restoration and emergency mitigation...
$989,000
Cash Flow: $610,235
Anne Arundel County, MD
Primary business services include residential painting, carpentry, and light remodeling. More recently the business has acquired large commercial and government contracts to include painting and floor...
$680,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Omaha, NE
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly reputable home remodeling and handyman business located in Omaha, Nebraska. With over 6 years in operation, the company has built a...
$365,000
Cash Flow: $190,999
Sam Naff
Toles, Temple, & Wright
Serving Floyd County, GA
Business Broker
Montgomery County, MD
Small and readily expandable locksmithing business currently focused on the affluent northwest DC and Montgomery County MD markets. Low-overhead operation with no business separate premises - can...
$199,000
Washington, DC
World-class landscape architecture firm with design / build capabilities throughout the mid-Atlantic, New York (Long Island, in particular) and even nationally and internationally. For decades, this...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $315,669
$800,000
Morganton, NC
New Jersey
Tucked away in the countryside, this charming venue blends rustic elegance with modern convenience. Surrounded by mature trees and thoughtfully landscaped grounds, it offers a serene backdrop for...
$769,000
Cash Flow: $381,000
New Jersey
Confidential opportunity to purchase a steady, contract-based, low-maintenance remote master license covering a large regional territory (NJ, NY, PA, DE, OH, MI, KY, VA, MD, DC). This business brings...
$1,050,000
Cash Flow: $204,832
Available in Multiple Locations
Recession-resistant and great unit economics: On average, our top 25% of stores generate $1,467,253 in gross sales. 0% Royalties for the first 6 months, fast ramp up in just 4-6 months!
$200,000
See More FranchisesWayne County, NY
Looking for a flexible, high-margin seasonal business with minimal owner involvement? This established 30-year operation is a leader in its niche, offering a turnkey opportunity with a long-term...
$2,750,000
Cash Flow: $730,000
Founded over a century ago and located in the Midwest, this company is a leading provider of scrap metal recycling services, specializing in the collection, processing, sorting, and baling of ferrous...
$22,381,000
Cash Flow: $2,953,000
Fort Valley, GA
National Mortgage Field Services (NMFS.com) has established itself as a leader in the mortgage field services industry with over 15 years of expertise. Our website is a reliable source of information...
$1,500,000
Las Vegas, NV
We are an established vehicle registration and title service in Las Vegas NV. We have been in business for over 6 years and have thousands of repeat customers per year. We have an established client...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $320,000
Tennessee
Project Legacy, located in one of the fastest growing, wealthiest areas in the US, designs and installs custom window coverings and closets for homes of all sizes and has been in operation for 21...
$515,000
Cash Flow: $165,000
Wake County, NC
Our office has been retained to sell this competitive business brokerage firm in the Raleigh/Durham market. This is a rare opportunity to step into the booming business of selling businesses with an...
$299,999
Cash Flow: $291,000
Denver County, CO
- SBA eligible for qualified buyers - Owner is retiring from the business - All trucks are in excellent condition - All routes are dispatched from the same terminal...
$1,450,000
Cash Flow: $338,839
Knoxville, TN
*** This route is already FedEx 2.0 - Current contract with Express included that runs thru January of 2027. • SBA Eligible:** This business is SBA eligible for qualified buyers. To qualify, the...
$1,250,000
Cash Flow: $417,895
Sarasota, FL
Step into a fully operational, revenue-generating fencing franchise with an established presence in a high-demand market. This is not a startup—this business is already up and running with trained...
$425,000
Available Nationwide
Mr. Electric, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading residential and commercial electrical services franchise. With us, business ownership is shockingly simple!
$65,000
See More FranchisesAcquisitions 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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