Spartanburg, SC
Flowers Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Chesnee, South Carolina region for $120,000! Company related financing available with an estimated $61,000 down. In addition, a 10% cash reserve of...
Spartanburg, SC
Flowers Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Chesnee, South Carolina region for $120,000! Company related financing available with an estimated $61,000 down. In addition, a 10% cash reserve of...
$120,000
Cash Flow: $66,552
Deschutes County, OR
This is a great opportunity to buy a very well-established B2B service provider located in Deschutes County. The business is well known for providing a high level of customer service and has received...
$310,000
Cash Flow: $135,000
Adams County, CO
This plumbing business is located in Westminster, CO and has established itself as a trusted provider of plumbing services in the area. With a reputation for quality work and reliable service, the...
$299,995
Cash Flow: $55,420
Harris County, TX
Professional driving school that provides comprehensive driver education and training services. The school offers a range of programs, including teen and adult in-class and online instruction as well...
$235,000
Cash Flow: $154,869
Woodland Hills, CA
Over 20 years in Woodland Hills serving the community with exceptional dry cleaning and laundry services as an agency. This location utilizes their own Plant and Full Service Dry cleaner located in...
$400,000
Raleigh, NC
This Franchise Corporation provides services in the promotional marketing industry by creating a unique "one stop image shop" for branding companies logos and messages on all types of material and...
$275,000
Washington County, VT
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Washington County, Vermont region for $120,000! Currently generating $497,568 in yearly sales and nets $102,888. Distributorship and territory are purchased...
$120,000
Cash Flow: $102,888
Houston, TX
Step into a turnkey value growth consulting practice with a nationally recognized brand. This business serves the thriving business community of The Woodlands and Northwest Houston—two of the...
$40,000
Cash Flow: $160,456
Gallatin County, MT
The business is staffed by a team of experienced, certified technicians trained to service a wide array of appliances. Technicians hold certifications and brand-specific expertise, allowing them to...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $96,619
Atlanta, GA
Martin’s Bread Route for sale in the Douglasville, Villa Rica, Georgia area for $202,000. Currently grossing $457,340 per year and nets $95,450! Distributorship and territory are purchased through...
$202,000
Cash Flow: $95,450
Atlanta, GA
Martin’s Bread Route for sale in the Clayton & Henry Counties, Georgia area for $207,000. Currently grossing $463,008 per year and nets $96,810! Distributorship and territory are purchased through...
$207,000
Cash Flow: $96,810
Atlanta, GA
Martin’s Bread Route for sale in the Carroll & Coweta Counties, Georgia area for $237,000. Currently grossing $536,276 per year and nets $114,394! Distributorship and territory are purchased through...
$237,000
Cash Flow: $114,394
Phenix City, AL
Martin’s Bread Route for sale in the Phenix City, Auburn, Alabama area and LaGrange, Georgia area for $165,000. Seller financing available with $90,000 down. Currently grossing $366,496 per year and...
$165,000
Cash Flow: $73,647
$425,000
San Francisco County, CA
Pierce County, WA
The business is staffed by a team of experienced, certified technicians trained to service a wide array of appliances. Technicians hold certifications and brand-specific expertise, allowing them to...
$1,399,000
Cash Flow: $361,527
Oregon
Own a large portfolio of solo runs with a full-time manager! › 6 Dedicated Solo Runs › 2 Unassigned Solo Runs › 9 Trucks › 1 Manager › Dedicated runs offer consistent, reliable revenue. › Unassigned...
$900,000
Cash Flow: $213,708
Steve Santens -- ABI, CBI, SVA,
Montana 406 Business Brokers INC
Serving Flathead County, MT
Montana 406 Business Brokers INC is one of the up and coming companies in the State of Montana. We are not your typical Business Broker. We understand business and how it works. Our success is based on our strong work ethic and our knowledge in all aspects of business. We pride ourselves on experience, dedication, and confidentiality. The owner is an ABI - Accredited Business Intermediary; a CBI - Certified Business Intermediary; and a SVA - Senior Valuation Analyst. He will assist you in any way that he can. Services provided to our include: Selling a Business Buying a Business Business Appraisals Cash Flow Analysis Due Diligence Reviews Franchise Selection Valuation Consulting Consulting Services Selling or buying a business, or even contemplating either choice can be a complex, stressful, and time consuming process. The process involves a 100% commitment with a “hands on” approach. Our experience along with our ability to work as a team to solve complex issues that arise during a transaction is what separates us from the normal Business Brokers. When you are working with Montana 406 Business Brokers, INC you are working with the "Best in the Area".
Fairfax County, VA
Herr’s Chips Route for sale in the Fairfax, Loudon, Prince William, Fauquier Counties, Virginia area for $100,000! Seller financing available with $60,000 down. Currently grossing an estimated...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $64,658
Placerville, CA
If you’re looking for a profitable, flexible business you can grow on your own terms—this is your opportunity. After a successful career as Executive Director of Applications Engineering in Silicon...
$100,000
Ohio
A Thriving Printing Business in Ohio – 40+ Years of Success! Printing Center, a premier printing company with over four decades of experience, is now available for sale. This well-established and...
$501,000
Cash Flow: $217,918
California
SBA Approved, Absentee Owned Recession Resistant Dog Training Business - Extremely Profitable! - SC2219 Financial Information Asking Price: $599,000 Cash Flow: $220,000 Gross Revenue: $350,000 Down...
$599,000
Cash Flow: $220,000
Indiana
Own a profitable operation with a strong management team and newer fleet! › 13 Trucks › 3 Managers › Rural territories offer easy routes for drivers and lower than average turnover. › Three full-time...
$935,000
Cash Flow: $234,706
St Marys County, MD
Arnold & Bimbo Bread Route distributorship for sale in the St. Mary’s County, Maryland area for $250,000! Company financing available with $104,000 down! Currently grossing an estimated $535,964 per...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $77,074
Englewood, CO
This business is a reputable appliance repair business that services the southwest metro area of Colorado. Renowned for its high-quality service and customer satisfaction, it specializes in repairing...
$239,995
Cash Flow: $101,118
Omaha, NE
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the North Omaha, Nebraska region for $80,000! Currently expected to generate $610,272 in yearly sales and net an estimated $84,804! Distributorship and territory...
$80,000
Cash Flow: $84,804
$500,000
DuPage County, IL
San Jose, CA
The Company is a highly reputable and verified Salesforce consulting firm, recognized as a Salesforce Summit Partner for three consecutive years, which is the highest Salesforce accreditation. With...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $672,048
Dayton, OH
The retirement aged and original owner of this company has created a wonderful business that enjoys long – term relationships with residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the United...
$528,000
Cash Flow: $193,000
Cincinnati, OH
The retirement aged and original owner of this company has created a wonderful business that enjoys long – term relationships with residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the United...
$528,000
Cash Flow: $193,000
California
The company’s crews quietly operate throughout the night utilizing a fleet of 9 hydraulic trucks, ensuring that each client wakes up to an as scheduled cleaner, more presentable property that they can...
$1,425,000
Virginia Beach County, VA
This equine transportation business is the largest in the area, offering seamless door-to-door trailering services for horse owners who demand the best. Known for reliability and care, the business...
$249,000
Cash Flow: $170,000
Ramsey, NJ
Established CertaPro Painters franchise in Ramsey, New Jersey presents an exceptional low-entry, high-potential opportunity in the $60 billion painting industry. This well-positioned business...
$99,500
Monterey, CA
Here’s your chance to own an established junk removal business with a strong brand presence and 13+ years of operating history. This franchise serves three prime counties and benefits from a central...
$296,000
Tennessee
Perfect for an owner-operator, this bread route offers consistent income and the chance to grow a reliable business. › Number of Active Accounts: 25 › Weekly Revenue: $17,616 › Listing Ratio: 15:1 ›...
$264,250
Tennessee
Perfect for an owner-operator, this bread route offers consistent income and the chance to grow a reliable business. › Number of Active Accounts: 16 › Weekly Revenue: $14,238 › Listing Ratio: 15:1 ›...
$186,000
Tennessee
Perfect for an owner-operator, this bread route offers consistent income and the chance to grow a reliable business. › Number of Active Accounts: 11 › Weekly Revenue: $6,458 › Listing Ratio: 15:1 ›...
$96,870
$1,199,000
North Carolina
Miami, FL
--> WOW!!! Just Listed - Home service franchise that has the largest territory that we have seen in a while! They don't make them like this anymore!! Seasoned 18-year legacy franchise owner that has...
$229,500
Los Angeles County, CA
This is an established B2B service provider located in San Fernando Valley. Opened in 2014, the location has built an excellent reputation for quality and service. This business has multiple revenue...
$135,000
Washington, MO
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Franklin County, Missouri region for $85,000! Currently generating $407,322 in yearly sales and nets an estimated $63,451. Distributorship and territory are...
$85,000
Cash Flow: $63,451
Johnson City, TN
--> Priced to Sell at Less Than New! Popular home service franchise with over 100 recurring revenue accounts included (YOY 93% retention rate). Located in the beautiful Johnson City area. A large...
$89,000
Riverside, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Central Riverside, California region for $215,000! Currently generating $772,366 in yearly sales and nets $104,921. Distributorship and territory are purchased...
$215,000
Cash Flow: $104,921
Denver, CO
Snyder’s-Lance Chip route for sale in the Denver, Highlands Ranch, Colorado area for $250,000! Third-party related financing may be available with an estimated $36,500 down! Currently generating an...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $98,845
Cumming, IA
This landscaping business presents a perfect opportunity for someone looking to get into the landscaping scene. It's already semi-absentee, leaving a business owner plenty of time to focus on growing...
$999,900
Cash Flow: $299,000
Jacksonville, FL
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Jacksonville, Florida area for $259,000! Currently generating $533,516 in yearly sales and nets an estimated $82,138. Distributorship and territory are...
$259,000
Cash Flow: $82,138
Wes Brown
California Business Sales
Serving Placer County, CA
California Business Sales services the state of California with agents in the major cities. We embraced technology and have the latest technologies implemented on our website and have smart phones, smart watches, laptops and desktops. So when you reach out to us, you know your message got through. Just don’t expect a call back at 3am, we do sleep. We are here for you. We provide quick responses and great client services to anyone considering buying or selling a business. We are happy to answer any questions about these activities including pricing and valuation issues, exit strategies, business financing or any other subjects related to the purchase or sale of a business. I am also a private pilot.
Florida
This business coaching and consulting firm is revolutionizing how entrepreneurs scale and strategize. The owner’s custom software and coaching programs combine high-impact strategy with powerful,...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $900,000
Evansville, IN
This is a great opportunity to buy an established B2B service provider located in Evansville. The business provides print, marketing and design solutions. No experience is necessary. Full training and...
$150,000
$650,000
Hillsborough County, FL
Queens County, NY
This business was started over 100 years ago by an American President to put a stop to the then rising trend of corrupt elections. Currently, the company is a third party fair elections and ballot...
$1,700,000
Cash Flow: $301,201
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Miami, FL
This is your chance to own the most reputable full-service septic tank repair, installation, and maintenance company in the Miami area. This recession-proof business built a great reputation of...
$2,900,000
Cash Flow: $737,000
West Covina, CA
Business Overview: Fast-Fix Jewelry & Watch Repairs – West Covina Plaza Established Since 1989 – Profitable & Fully Equipped – Major Growth Opportunity This long-standing Fast Fix Jewelry & Watch...
$225,000
Cash Flow: $140,000
Albuquerque, NM
Business Overview: Established in 1999, this well-run Fast-Fix Jewelry & Watch Repairs franchise is located in the high-traffic Coronado Center, one of New Mexico’s premier shopping destinations. The...
$160,000
Newark, DE
Fast-Fix Jewelry & Watch Repairs franchise has been serving area since 2012! Located in the high-traffic Target Wing of the Christiana Mall, directly across from GAP. Highly-rated business with an...
$299,000
Bethlehem, PA
• B2B trade business that provides visual graphics, marketing, wide format print / signage projects under one roof • High Margin, Profitable operations • Strong Cash Flowing business • Existing...
$963,999
Deer Park, NY
Arnold & Bimbo Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Suffolk County, New York area for $130,000! Company financing with $34,000 down! Currently grossing $353,860 per year in sales and nets an...
$130,000
Cash Flow: $52,567
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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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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