Loudoun County, VA
Located in America’s wealthiest county by median income, this established B2B-focused service franchise offers a high-quality, recurring revenue model that serves both commercial and residential...
Loudoun County, VA
Located in America’s wealthiest county by median income, this established B2B-focused service franchise offers a high-quality, recurring revenue model that serves both commercial and residential...
$145,000
Cash Flow: $55,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Charlotte, MI
This family-owned auto repair shop, originally established in 1986, has been owned by the same family for nearly 30 years. The Business specializes in general automotive repair including tires,...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $75,162
California
Northern California Abatement and Demolition Company - SC2235 Financial Information Asking Price: $4,490,000 Cash Flow: $1,000,000 Gross Revenue: $10,000,000 Down Payment: $4,490,000 Adjusted EBITDA:...
$4,490,000
Cash Flow: $1,000,000
Allen County, IN
For over 20 years, this locally owned lighting company has offered year-round services specializing in both custom landscape lighting and professional Christmas lighting. With a focus on quality, they...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $102,148
Michigan
This well-established Catering & Fast-Casual Barbecue Restaurant has been a community favorite for nearly 20 years. Known for its expertly smoked meats and signature recipes for sauces, rubs, and side...
$1,700,000
Cash Flow: $476,921
Oklahoma County, OK
Complete with a loyal customer base, proprietary cleaning products, and a developed app for a smooth scheduling and transaction process. This staple of the community is a fantastic opportunity that...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $89,147
Nueces County, TX
Smash My Trash, the #1 Mobile waste compaction services franchise in the country. Own the entire Corpus Christi area that includes many exclusive national accounts, large industrial customers,...
$95,000
Highland, CA
High performing dry cleaners for sale in a popular shopping center with high visibility. This location averages over 230 pieces a day! Here is what is included in the sale : 2 laundry pressing...
$500,000
Cash Flow: $284,400
Pineville, NC
About Redbox+ Great opportunity to take over this company that's making money and has a great reputation that has been built in our area. The selling price will include the 2 trucks, 85 dumpsters and...
$750,000
Multnomah County, OR
This long-established and profitable business offers a unique line of decorative specialty products, serving both walk-in customers at its retail location and a growing online clientele (with HUGE...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $169,358
Cincinnati, OH
The retirement aged owner of this $1,125,000 revenue floral business has a wonderful assortment of businesses that are considered excellent customers including funeral homes, senior centers, schools,...
$610,000
Cash Flow: $205,000
Venice, FL
This pool route has $8,515.00 monthly recurring income, with 80 pool accounts established. 80 residential accounts & 0 commercial accounts. Additionally seller may charge extra for parts & minor...
$85,150
Bloomfield Twp, MI
This profitable home-based franchise of Fitness Machine Technicians delivers specialized repair and maintenance services in a fast-growing niche with little local competition. With strong demand from...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $115,909
$419,000
Lee County, FL
Alabama
Be your own boss! Great starter opportunity in the bread route space! › Weekly Revenue: $10,201 › Listing Ratio: 7:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery system, this...
$78,000
Alabama
Be your own boss! Great starter opportunity in the bread route space! › Weekly Revenue: $56,784 › Listing Ratio: 7:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery system, this...
$408,000
Teresa Farrell CPA
Murphy Business & Financial Corporation
Serving Clackamas County, OR
"North America’s Premier Business Brokerage Firm" Murphy Business is one of the largest and most successful business brokerage firms in North America with business brokers conveniently located throughout the United States and Canada. The Portland Metro office provides beneficial connections in Downtown Portland, including the Pearl District, Old Town Portland, and West Hills and all over Oregon. Choosing to partner with an international business broker provides for an advantageous reach of over one hundred & fifty offices that have affiliations with National and International Business Brokerage and Merger & Acquisition associations.
Tennessee
Get a jumpstart into logistics industry with bread routes! › Weekly Revenue: $10,863 › Listing Ratio: 8:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery system, this opportunity promises...
$90,000
Arkansas
Own a bread route in a growing city! › Weekly Revenue: $10,074 › Listing Ratio: 9:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery system, this opportunity promises to be a recipe for...
$87,000
Alabama
Own a high growth bread route in a desirable area! › Weekly Revenue: $13,101 › Listing Ratio: 5:1 › Own an operation with strong margins and clean financial records. › Ideal for entrepreneurs seeking...
$69,000
Birmingham, AL
Flowers Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Calera, Columbiana, Alabama region for $99,000! Company related financing available with an estimated $42,000 down. In addition, a 10% cash reserve...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $77,759
Kentucky
Get a jumpstart into logistics industry with bread routes! › Weekly Revenue: $53,250 › Listing Ratio: 6:1 › Slice into a well-established business with 4 efficient routes, generating steady revenue...
$344,000
Tennessee
Own a profitable, rural operation with a newer fleet! › 16 Trucks › 1 Manager › Fleet comprised of newer model vehicles. › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of the...
$1,550,000
Cash Flow: $388,457
Orlando, FL
Flowers Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Orlando, Florida region for $116,000! Company related financing available with an estimated $69,000 down. In addition, a 10% cash reserve of the...
$116,000
Cash Flow: $61,082
Whatcom County, WA
Residential and commercial maintenance of grounds. Healthy landscapes, turf weeds, shrubs, trees, irrigation and chemical applications. Started in 1990 as owner/operator. In 2000 began to hire...
$800,000
$75,000
Montpelier, VT
Spokane County, WA
Eastern Washington-based land surveying and mapping company with a nearly decade-long track record of delivering dependable services to both public and private sector clients. The firm offers...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $172,230
Phoenix, AZ
Established Phoenix Coin Laundromat - Turnkey Investment Opportunity This community-focused laundromat has operated successfully for 14 years since 2011, providing reliable service and consistent cash...
$725,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Phoenix, AZ
Third & Thomas Self Storage LLC is a long-established, family-owned self-storage facility located at 307 W Thomas Rd in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona. This two-story property offers a total of 16,500...
$1,700,000
EBITDA: $107,935
Tallahassee, FL
This is a rare opportunity to own a rapidly growing business. This Tampa headquartered company is seeking a leader to own our Tallahassee market and continue expansion. You’ll have 100% control and...
$175,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Spokane County, WA
Polished concrete is the company's main line of business. The company's focus is commercial work and high end residential new build. They do some residential shops and garages. They do a substantial...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $274,788
Phoenix, AZ
Established in 2018, this thriving kitchen and bath remodeling business offers a turn-key opportunity for a new owner to step into a well-established and profitable operation. With a reputation for...
$950,000
Cash Flow: $473,909
Jackson County, OR
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, highly reputable locksmith and physical security services company located in beautiful Southern Oregon. Operating for nearly 40 years, this...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $142,967
Manor, PA
This is a rare opportunity to own a highly sought after, chemical free cleaning company with a stellar reputation and award-winning service. In operation for over 5 years, the business enjoys long...
$110,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Louisville, KY
Make money in first month, no experience needed +$1,000,000 gross sales 3 years running w/ +$150k yearly cash flow The largest and fastest growing concrete franchise in the nation. There are more than...
$360,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Los Angeles, CA
Price adjusted for a quick sale. Reputable with rare eco-friendly name Termite & Pest Control business established and operating since 2003 with customers mostly based in Los Angeles County with high...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $181,500
$513,000
New York, NY
Louisa, VA
Established Herr's and Rap Snacks distribution business serving the Charlottesville and Culpeper markets in Virginia. Operating successfully since 2009, this profitable snack food distribution company...
$65,000
Garland, TX
--> Rare franchise resale for a popular mobile home service franchise brand - cheaper than new! Step into a popular, already running franchise for less than the cost of a new one! The territory...
$74,800
Cash Flow: $43,000
Los Angeles, CA
Listing Details: - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Number of Units: 90 - Terminal Brand: GenMega & Hyosung - Age of Machines: 2-6 years - Established: 2019 - Annual Net Cashflow: ~$324,000 For sale: A...
$1,399,999
Cash Flow: $324,000
Broward County, FL
This innovative recruitment agency specializes in placing top legal talent while also catering to a diverse array of industries nationwide, including healthcare, logistics, sales, and executive...
$2,900,000
Cash Flow: $710,000
Englewood, CO
Sunshine Dayclean: Built with Purpose, Ready for the Next Chapter Sunshine Dayclean started in 2022 with just me, a mop, a vacuum, and a vision. What began as cleaning a handful of short-term rental...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
Bonita Springs, FL
Successful turnkey business in residential/commercial Drywall repair and Painting service. Great opportunity to own an established Drywall Repair and painting business. A strong national franchise...
$229,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
Walthill, NE
This a turnkey operation with 28 pieces of vending equipment on 6 different locations. Financials are provided to interested buyers. Could include truck or remove truck from equation. Can help with...
$180,000
San Antonio, TX
This aircraft detailing business provides high-quality cleaning and maintenance services to private, corporate, and commercial aviation clients. Specializing in exterior washes, interior deep...
$418,000
Cash Flow: $401,000
mark hockman
Murphy Business
Serving Summit County, UT
Monmouth County, NJ
ALL STATE INVESTIGATION: Owner is semi retiring and taking in partners in our North, Central and South locations after 50 years of a "Great Life" as a Private Investigator. Owner was able to travel...
$125,000
Sterling, VA
Business Highlights: Revenues: 2021: $988k 2022: $800k 2023: $738k 2024: $358k (thru November - owner illness) Relationship with local Builders and Contractors Positive Google reviews and brand...
$250,000
$120,000
Columbia County, OR
Smyrna, GA
Well Established Dry Cleaner with plant for Sale! Located near busy office and residential area in Smyrna GA. Currently Gross revenue is around $230,000/yr & Growing. Pre Covid gross revenue was about...
$210,000
Queen Creek, AZ
Step into ownership with this service-based business backed by a well-known, nationally recognized franchise system. Located in a growing Queen Creek, the business offers exclusive territorial rights,...
$150,000
Kennesaw, GA
Routes serve North Georgia Average daily routes: 10-13 routes per day Number of employees: 1 managers, 21 drivers, 22 employees total Route Features: Manager oversees the day-to-day operations, No...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $281,518
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Cedar Hill, TN
"Most Photogenic Wedding Venue 2024 in Tennessee” by Luxlife Magazine. Nashville’s most picture-perfect barn wedding venue, where every angle is a photo op and every sunset feels like it was painted...
$1,950,000
Baltimore, MD
Arnold & Bimbo Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Elkridge, Maryland area for $160,000! Company financing available with $44,000 down! Currently grossing $425,568 per year in sales and nets...
$160,000
Cash Flow: $53,008
Knoxville, TN
--> Great Design-Oriented Home Services Franchise Resale in Booming Knoxville, TN! Great low/no employee model with little to no inventory required. Sell, collect a deposit for the job (the buyer's...
$234,900
Cash Flow: $86,000
Florida
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a deeply rooted, Florida-based solar and pool energy solutions provider with over four decades of trusted market presence. The company holds multiple state...
$3,750,000
Cash Flow: $319,701
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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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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