Payson, AZ
Snyder’s-Lance Route For Sale Payson AZ-$29,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #SnydersLance #SnydersPretzels #KettleChips #CapeCodChips #LateJuly...
Payson, AZ
Snyder’s-Lance Route For Sale Payson AZ-$29,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #SnydersLance #SnydersPretzels #KettleChips #CapeCodChips #LateJuly...
$29,000
Cash Flow: $31,387
Charleston, SC
Snyder’s-Lance Route For Sale Charleston SC-$185,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #SnydersLance #SnydersPretzels #KettleChips #CapeCodChips #LateJuly...
$185,000
Cash Flow: $91,926
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Michigan
A Growing Opportunity Awaits: Unlock the Potential of a Thriving Greenhouse & Landscaping Business Welcome to your next venture — a flourishing, multi-revenue stream business nestled in the heart of...
$999,999
EBITDA: $65,642
Fairhope, AL
This established home staging and design franchise presents an exceptional turnkey opportunity in Fairhope, AL's thriving real estate market. Operating successfully since 2015 as part of the Showhomes...
$275,000
San Antonio, TX
Award winning Landscaping and Irrigation company, serving San Antonio’s since 1974. The business has 40-50 employees and specializes in the residential market. Services include landscape design and...
$1,350,000
EBITDA: $547,000
Oakland County, MI
This is a great business to own for families, partnerships and sole proprietors. The business provides print, marketing and design solutions. No experience is necessary. Full training and local...
$165,000
Volusia County, FL
Great start in Volusia County The route is located in a great area with many easy pools clients who are solid payers and willing to listen and work with you. Own your own recession-proof business....
$40,380
Cash Flow: $43,650
Dallas, TX
This innovative retail opportunity brings together advanced technology and modern consumer convenience. Positioned at the forefront of self-service solutions, this business specializes in smart cooler...
$198,000
Cash Flow: $175,704
Nassau County, NY
Standalone store with walk in traffic plus 3 routes with almost 30 stops daily. We also have other established accounts with local businesses, a 14k seat stadium and schools. Very close to landing a...
$500,000
Harrisburg, PA
Kwikdry Total Cleaning is a professional cleaning services company specializing in air duct cleaning and carpet cleaning for both residential and commercial clients. Our mission is to improve indoor...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $84,000
Available Nationwide
Five Star Painting, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading residential and commercial painting services franchise. With us, business ownership is a stroke of genius!
$50,000
See More FranchisesSacramento County, CA
**100% Financial Available ** This pool route is an excellent way to get started in the business. This is a nice established route that can be operated by one full time person and is located in an...
$130,000
Cash Flow: $95,000
Yavapai County, AZ
Does tours of Sedona, Grand Canyon Petrified Forest and all the Northern Arizona attractions. Easy to grow business. For more info call GoldStar Business Brokers....
$59,000
Cash Flow: $25,000
$395,000
Connecticut
Woodstock, GA
Military Specs is a veteran-owned floor coating business specializing in epoxy and polyaspartic applications for residential and commercial properties. Established in 2022 in Woodstock, GA, this...
$110,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Cincinnati, OH
This insulation services business operates in a category where demand remains stable no matter the market. Focused on property performance and energy savings, it provides a recession-resistant...
$320,000
Cash Flow: $264,016
Chris Sater
Sunbelt Business Brokers
Serving Caddo County, LA
The Business Broker Who Gets Deals Done. No Excuses. No Delays. Just Results.
Lycoming County, PA
Owner Retiring from this well-established tax preparation business in Central Pennsylvania offers a rare opportunity for a motivated buyer seeking steady income and a loyal client base. With decades...
$149,000
Cash Flow: $82,900
Allegheny County, PA
SEMI-ABSENTEE COMMERCIAL HOA LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE COMPANY Well-established landscaping and grounds maintenance business serving Western Pennsylvania since 2000. This profitable operation generates...
$560,000
EBITDA: $164,000
Charleston, SC
This is a rare opportunity to acquire one of Charleston’s most beloved and enduring specialty retail businesses, with a history spanning multiple generations. Known for refined Southern charm and...
$575,000
Cash Flow: $142,300
Blanco County, TX
** PLEASE DO NOT CALL THE BUSINESS MAIN LINE; SUBMIT A REQUEST ON BIZBUYSELL ONLY ** BUSINESS OVERVIEW: Hill Country Junk (HCJ) is a fully insured rubbish removal company established in July 2019 and...
$750,000
Arlington, WA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Arlington WA- $129,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips...
$129,000
Cash Flow: $117,290
Available in Multiple Locations
Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 #1 In Category!
$60,000
See More FranchisesLas Vegas, NV
This is a one-of-a-kind location, ideal for individuals who already own Plant and want to expand, OR for Skilled Sewers who can transform the space into a full tailoring shop offering custom-made...
$125,000
Medford, OR
Medford/Grants Pass and surrounding areas - immediately earn $$$$ and grow! Immediately earn $$$$ every month, part time, huge growth potential!!! Immediately earn thousands of dollars of profit while...
$12,000
$164,999
Bergen County, NJ
Dunwoody, GA
***Inquire for financial performance information*** Seize the opportunity to own a successful staffing and recruiting business in one of Georgia’s most vibrant and growing regions. Established in...
$95,000
Orange County, CA
A GREAT OPPORTUNITY to Own a AAA Certified, well-established and profitable Auto Repair and Service Facility. Since 1971, this friendly owner-operated business has been built on a strong foundation of...
$895,000
Cash Flow: $280,000
Phoenix, AZ
Are you an experienced handyman looking to take the reins of a successful, established business? Look no further! This is your golden opportunity to own a thriving Handyman service company with a...
$225,000
Cash Flow: $225,000
Fairfield County, CT
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a highly reputable landscaping company with decades of success in one of Connecticut's most desirable and affluent regions. This well-established business serves...
$700,000
EBITDA: $345,000
Lake Worth Beach, FL
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Lake Worth, Florida region for $119,900! Currently generating an estimated $470,444 in yearly sales and nets an estimated $73,320. Distributorship and...
$119,900
Cash Flow: $73,320
Mccall, ID
Established short-term vacation rental property management company serving the thriving McCall, Idaho market since 2018. This well-positioned business manages 20+ premium properties including...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $134,243
Owings Mills, MD
Brownberry Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Owings Mills, Finksburg, and Reisterstown, Maryland region for $165,000! Financing with an estimated $31,500 down! Currently grossing $487,396...
$165,000
Cash Flow: $67,829
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
See More FranchisesPompano Beach, FL
Established 20-year-old Marble/Granite business based in Broward County. Builders, Designers, & Homeowners have the marble/granite slabs they want, delivered to this business for fabrication. Very...
$995,000
Cash Flow: $371,452
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Pompano Beach, FL
Established 20-year-old Marble/Granite business based in Broward County. Builders, Designers, & Homeowners have the marble/granite slabs they want, delivered to this business for fabrication. Very...
$2,255,000
Cash Flow: $371,452
$79,800
Hemet, CA
Colorado
A thriving HOA management company is currently available for purchase. The management portfolio encompasses a diverse range of properties, including condominiums, townhomes, single-family homes, and...
$290,000
Cash Flow: $130,697
Racine County, WI
This is a quaint, non-granite, countertop sales and installation business with a full time fabricator/installer that is not the owner. The owner is mostly in charge of meeting with customers, procured...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $78,400
Available in Multiple Locations
Award-winning franchise. Recession-proof, multi-unit opportunities, low operating costs. Let’s have a conversation.
$350,000
See More FranchisesAbilene, TX
OSI Security is the only FULL-SERVICE SECURITY SOLUTIONS PROVIDER in the entire Abilene, Texas & surrounding area. The entire Abilene area is exploding with growth with Oracle & Microsoft currently...
$895,000
EBITDA: $185,000
Tennessee
Be your own boss! Great starter opportunity in the bread route space! › Weekly Revenue: $10,778 › Listing Ratio: 14:1 › Active Accounts: 16 › Perfect for first-time business owners, this route offers...
$150,000
Tennessee
Be your own boss! Great starter opportunity in the bread route space! › Weekly Revenue: $14,419 › Listing Ratio: 10:1 › Active Accounts: 18 › This bread delivery route offers a solid revenue stream. ›...
$150,000
Tennessee
Be your own boss! Great starter opportunity in the bread route space! › Weekly Revenue: $16,751 › Listing Ratio: 6:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery system, this...
$107,000
Kentucky
Own a low-mileage operation with a strong management team! › 3 Managers › 31 Trucks › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Full-time manager and mechanic on staff to handle the daily...
$915,000
Cash Flow: $229,273
Bob Winegar
Cobe Real Estate
Serving Maricopa County, AZ
Guiding Businesses Through Seamless Transitions
Spring Valley, NY
This is an open, operating and established franchise resale. We are the first franchise opportunity in the $29 billion exterior home services segment of our industry. We mostly compete with...
$450,000
EBITDA: $77,430
Los Angeles County, CA
Desirable size starter route ready to grow. Well maintained pools mainly on the Westside, ,Crystal clear and algae free! Majority won through referrals. Own your own recession-proof business. Create...
$48,000
Cash Flow: $53,000
$400,000
Georgia
Midlothian, VA
Long term print/ship shop's owner is retiring. Turn key opportunity! Has been in business since 2007. The center has proven to be resilient, having survived through 2 recessions (plus the current one)...
$315,000
Kernersville, NC
Fast-growing pool service business with over $1M in revenue and $232K cash flow is now available in North Carolina’s Piedmont region. Launched in 2022, it has scaled rapidly across two exclusive...
$760,000
Cash Flow: $232,237
Available in Multiple Locations
Invest in Bluefrog Plumbing + Drain: Your Gateway to Profitable and Resilient Business Ownership.
$100,000
See More FranchisesBrunswick, GA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Brunswick GA $138,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips...
$138,000
Cash Flow: $141,193
Glendale, CA
Dry Cleaning Business for Sale. Opportunity to own a well- established dry cleaning business that has been serving the community for many years. Located in one of Glendale’s best locations. This...
$210,000
Hillsborough County, NH
A well-regarded landscaping and grounds care business with a strong commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction is available for acquisition. The company, established more than 20 years...
$2,050,000
Cash Flow: $625,000
San Antonio, TX
Painter Bros is a trusted national painting franchise offering both residential and commercial services. The brand provides first-time business owners with proven systems, marketing support, and a...
$225,000
Cash Flow: $70,000
San Diego County, CA
A very desirable with all pools on this route being close together creating great efficiency. All chemicals are billed separately resulting in above average rates and profits. The customers are very...
$213,600
Cash Flow: $205,000
Columbus, OH
This profitable and growing roll-off dumpster rental company has become a leader in the Columbus and Central Ohio market by combining exceptional customer service with a technology-driven platform...
$1,000,000
Cash Flow: $166,000
Tucson, AZ
For over 50 years, this Tucson icon has been designing and producing all type of custom trophies, plaques, medals, signs and awards. Product line also includes promotional products such as apparel,...
$164,500
Cash Flow: $71,000
Prosper, TX
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Outstanding opportunity to own a well-established route in upscale...
$143,544
Cash Flow: $140,000
Fort Worth, TX
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Well established part time route with lots of growth potential....
$48,000
Cash Flow: $45,000
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
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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