OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS Semi-Truck Line Haul Business Opportunity – Fully Managed & Absentee Pricing • $150,000 – 2 Semi-Truck Routes • $75,000 – 1 Semi-Truck Route Financing Options • No SBA • 3rd-party...
$75,000
Service Businesses For Sale in California
Market Info
Start-up2 Truck fleet nets 6k-10k Monthly
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Start-upSilicon Valley Franchise Territory – Fully Built, Skip 6–12 Months
Exclusive opportunity to acquire the only Squeegee Squad territory covering Silicon Valley from San Jose to San Mateo. This high-density territory is approximately three times the size of a standard...
$50,000
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Start-upStart an Airbnb Short-Term Rental Business with $10,500 Down
If you have $10,500 and Good Credit you can own your Own Airbnb Short-Term Rental Property Management Business We are a Channel Partner of Airbnb, Vrbo, Expedia, Booking .com and numerous other online...
$70,000
Start-upEssential Business - Average location $1.49MM Gross w/$423k Return
*Essential Business - Average location in 2023 did $1.49MM Gross w/$423k Return *Corporate location in 2023 did over $13.9MM in total gross sales w/estimated earnings of over $2.1MM The need for our...
$49,500
2
Start-upAppliance Repair Tech Business Start Up Package
We are a complete appliance repair business start up package with a low investment. Included with the package is membership in a very thorough online training and peer support group with many training...
$9,995
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Start-upAverage location $2.2MM w/$422k Return. Cabinet & Countertop Business.
We do the cold calling for you. We generate leads using our well trained call center. As soon as someone gets a building permit approve, we call to congratulate them and set an appointment. We run a...
$59,500
Start-upLaundromat. Passive Income - Arcade, Vending & Laundry Revenue.
First Affiliate-Owned Unit - 2023 total revenue was $868,659 with $235,276 EBITDA (27%). Our laundromat business model will disrupt the growing but archaic laundromat industry by providing customers...
$575,000
Start-upReal Estate Prep Business - Top Affiliate $2.5MM Gross w/$453k Return
Small changes make a big difference. $7,500 franchisee average ticket. Homeowner can increase asking price of home three times what they invest in home prep, so $7,500 in prep can potentially increase...
$59,500
Start-upNOT another laundromat Laundry Business Opportunity!
“If you are viewing this ad, you must have thought of operating a laundromat in some capacity. I know because I was in your shoes. Searching online at multiple businesses for sale websites to takeover...
$29,000
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Start-upLaundromat. Passive Income - Arcade, Vending & Laundry Revenue.
Top 50% of Locations - Average $680k gross w/$162k EBITDA (24%) Our laundromat business model will disrupt the growing but archaic laundromat industry by providing customers with a tech-centric...
$450,000
FranchiseCanine Dimensions In-home Dog Training
Available in California
Become a certified professional dog trainer with America's Favorite In-home Dog Training Franchise! Earn $150k and up. No need to lease commercial space. We train in the clients' homes – solving behavior problems where they're happening and giving our clients fast results. Canine Dimensions has been bringing out the good behavior in dogs since 1997.
$65,000
Start-upRed-E-Bins Has Opportunities in Your Area
Red-E-Bins is a new concept to the North American market of personal and commercial disposal. Our trailer and bins are unique in the way they load and unload as well as dump. We use our industry...
$99,900
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Start-upRare Opportunity: Prime Territory with the Nation’s Largest Franchise
The Opportunity: Own a piece of a national powerhouse. We are offering a high-potential territory within the Squeegee Squad network one of the nation’s largest and most respected brands in commercial...
$90,000
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Leading Business Brokerage Franchise
$99,000
Santa Clara County, CA
Start-upFast Growing Locksmith Franchise
Available Nationwide We make car keys, (LOTS of car keys) and we are expanding to new markets. We are currently accepting franchisees in all markets. We are a full service locksmith company, our...
$34,000
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Start-upLegal Collections
Learn every single legal collection technique! You will learn how to garnish wages, freeze bank accounts, repossess cars, place liens on real estate, seize safety deposit boxes, and more! We provide...
$250,000
Joel Higginbotham
Business Team Group
Serving Placer County, CA
Business Team, a unit of BTI Group, is the Largest Business Brokerage Firm in the Western United States specializing in arranging the purchase and sale of privately owned companies. During our third of a century of existence, we have developed both an unmatched depth of experience (an aggregate of several hundred years!) and a vast network of individual, corporate, and investment group buyers.
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Start-upProperty Management Business Opportunity
Own Your Own Property Management Business Property management is a service business. Experience incredible growth and thrive in a fragmented industry and bring it all together. Residential,...
$59,900
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Lucrative Vending Machines (Healthier Snacks & Drinks) | Semi-Passive
San Francisco, CA
Lucrative – Semi-Absentee – Healthy Snacks & Drinks Vending Machines Business, covering the greater San Francisco area. Semi-Passive ownership, great margins, and plenty of room to grow. Each machine...
2
$135,000
Cash Flow: $182,000
Specialty Contracting Business 38+ Years,Top Reputation,Niche Services
Alameda County, CA
ESTABLISHED SPECIALTY CONTRACTING BUSINESS - 38+ YEAR TRACK RECORD This Business acquisition opportunity presents a specialty contracting business with 38+ years of continuous operation since 1989,...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $301,000
Absentee-Run, Newly Built Laundromat | East SF Bay Area | 7× NOI
Contra Costa County, CA
This offering represents a high-quality, absentee-run laundromat located in the East San Francisco Bay Area of Northern California. The business was intentionally designed and built as a...
$2,950,000
EBITDA: $421,367
Southern California's Premium Stick Shift Driving School
Los Angeles, CA
After establishing SHIFTR as the go-to source for premium quality stick shift lessons throughout California, we're offering you the opportunity to purchase our business and continue to succeed with...
6
$137,000
Cash Flow: $98,000
FranchiseArchadeck Outdoor Living
Available in California
The Leading Outdoor Living Designer and Builder
$200,000
Indian Wells Pool Service Route for Sale
Riverside County, CA
Excellent starter route. Solid account monthly service prices - loyal clients - excellent paying accounts. Free tools on hand Own your own recession-proof business. Create your own schedule - no...
$30,000
Cash Flow: $33,000
Mission Foods Route For Sale Napa CA- $90,000
Napa, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Napa CA- $90,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$90,000
Cash Flow: $83,697
Very Profitable window and blind washing business
$200,000
Antelope, CA
Established Vending Route - Private University
Riverside County, CA
Not available for first-time operators unfortunately, but if you have experience as an operator, please inquire. Turnkey vending route located on a private university campus with a consistently...
6
$39,995
High-Growth Drug & DNA Testing Franchise | Ideal CA Territories
Marin County, CA
Own two fully equipped Fastest Labs franchise locations serving Solano/Napa, and Marin Counties. Thriving Northern California market with consistent demand for drug, alcohol, and DNA testing. These...
$40,000
Express Employment Professionals in Chino-Upland, CA
Chino, CA
Considering business ownership in one of Southern California’s most dynamic cities? The Express Employment Professionals staffing agency in Chino-Upland, CA, offers an opportunity to step into a...
6
$189,000
Niche Automotive | $500K+ Cash Flow | Premier Market
San Diego, CA
A rare chance to acquire a dominant, highly profitable auto repair shop in one of the most sought-after and difficult-to-enter markets in the region. The Business: This well-established shop has built...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $546,125
MainPlace Mall Turnkey Jewelry & Watch Service Business
Santa Ana, CA
Turnkey Fast-Fix Jewelry & Watch Repairs location in Santa Ana’s MainPlace Mall with a long operating history, strong customer base, and excellent reputation in a high-traffic regional shopping...
4
$150,000
Cash Flow: $75,000
Corporate Catering Business with 300+ Recurring Clients
Orange County, CA
Full service catering company specializing in corporate events, offering chef driven menus, fresh ingredients, and fully customizable dining experiences backed by over 10 years of culinary expertise....
$469,000
Cash Flow: $183,828
Palmdale Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
All routes are in desirable areas. Very loyal customers with great payment histories. Excellent starter route with room for growth. All routes are in great areas. Very loyal customers with great...
$79,200
Cash Flow: $86,000
FranchiseCollege Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving
Available in California
College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving® offers a world-class franchise opportunity where you can be in business for yourself, but not by yourself while making a difference in your community!
$75,000
Turlock Pool Service Route for Sale
Stanislaus County, CA
Perfect starter route with 45 chemical only clients. Very tight route with many of the accounts in the same neighborhood. Driving time and gas expenses are minimized. Clients are groomed to approve of...
$62,400
Cash Flow: $80,000
Established Print, Promotional Products & Mailing Business for Sale
Riverside County, CA
Established Print, Promotional Products & Mailing Business for Sale – Turnkey Opportunity with 50+ Years of Success. Own a Trusted Local Brand with Multiple Revenue Streams Step into ownership of this...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $104,000
Established San Francisco Day Spa with 25+ years of Trusted Service
$200,000
San Francisco, CA
Prime Center Court Turnkey Jewelry & Watch Service Business
Los Angeles, CA
Turnkey Fast-Fix Jewelry & Watch Repairs location in Northridge Mall, with a 25-year history, strong reputation, and prime placement in a high-traffic corridor near Center Court. The business benefits...
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$550,000
Cash Flow: $205,000
Remodeling & Repair Company Specializing in Manufactured Homes
California
BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS The Company is a well-established provider of remodeling, repair, and warranty services for manufactured homes. The Company has built a strong reputation for integrity,...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $206,000
FranchiseSupply Pointe
Available Nationwide
SUPPLY POINTe™ offers an incredible opportunity in the manufacturing and distribution industries
$50,000
Niche Architecture Firm - North Coastal San Diego
San Diego, CA
Established for 38 years, this respected architecture firm specializes in high-end residential (95%) and select commercial (5%) projects. Services include planning, design development, construction...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $156,566
40-Year Sacramento Appliance Distributor — $974K Pre-Sold Backlog
Sacramento County, CA
Representing a staple of the Sacramento business community, this asset-rich appliance distribution and retail center is available for the first time in approximately 40 years. This is not a...
$825,000
Cash Flow: $237,976
Industrial Materials Recycling and Recovery
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Riverside County, CA
Construction Materials Recycling and Road Base Manufacturing This industrial materials recovery operation, founded in 1991, is a full-service construction recycling facility located East of Los...
2
$5,500,000
Cash Flow: $885,563
Elite Silicon Valley Locksmith & Door Hardware Authority
Santa Clara County, CA
Step into the helm of the Bay Area’s most prestigious locksmith and door hardware firm. Nestled in a world-renowned wealth corridor, this enterprise has spent over 15 years perfecting exceptional...
$1,498,000
Cash Flow: $415,259
General Engineering Contractor
California
The Company is an established general engineering union contractor based in Northern California. It specializes as a one-stop-shop for exterior construction services of high density residential...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $2,748,000
Joe Saad
Joe Saad Buiness Broker
Serving San Diego County, CA
In business since 1987 serving San Diego County: specializing in small to medium size businesses.
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Landscape Installation and Maintenance Company
Madera County, CA
70% Maintence routes with contracts (134 accounts) which consists of 85% Commercial and 15% Residential 30% Landscape installation Longtime experienced loyal employees A+ Better Business Bureau rating...
$1,000,000
Relocatable Data Analytics Leader: National Security Contracts
California
Presenting an exceptional opportunity for acquisition is a well-established professional services firm that excels in multidisciplinary, data-driven analytics tailored for national security and...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $2,318,137
Cash-flowing turnkey restaurant with 40 years of proven operations
$150,000
Glendale, CA
Profitable Wellness Studio with Loyal Membership Base!
Berkeley, CA
Opened in 2023 and already hitting its stride, this studio is past the startup phase and running with steady momentum! The business offers premium infrared sauna sessions focused on recovery,...
2
$285,000
Cash Flow: $122,305
Long Standing Business Opportunity - Turn Key
North Hollywood, CA
Step into ownership of a profitable, well-established catering company specializing in authentic Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine. Noor Catering has built a respected name in Southern...
$100,000
FranchiseMinuteman Press Business Services
Available Nationwide
Minuteman Press is the world's largest & #1 rated digital printing and graphics franchise. With our state of the art technology, proven marketing programs and over 25 regional support offices, we have been able to take quality people from all walks of life and provide them with the opportunity to secure their financial future.
$50,000
60+ Year Established Metaphysical & Healing Center – San Diego
San Diego, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established metaphysical retail and healing center serving the San Diego community since 1963. Located on University Ave near North Park, this business is a...
5
$299,000
Express Employment Professionals Office in Lakewood-Cerritos, CA
Garden Grove, CA
Here is a turnkey staffing agency opportunity in one of Southern California’s most dynamic labor markets! This Express Employment Professionals office is perfectly positioned to capitalize on strong...
6
$100,000
Coin Laundromat in Sylmar
Sylmar, CA
This coin laundromat in Sylmar, CA is an excellent investment opportunity for both new and experienced operators. After running this location for 20 years, the current owner is retiring, leaving a...
$475,000
Coin Laundromat in Canoga Park
Canoga Park, CA
This coin laundromat in Canoga Park is a best for an experienced owner who is looking to remodel a cash-flow positive location with newer, more efficient equipment. The location, which is being sold...
$115,000
High Margin, Low Entry Home Services Franchise - Industry Leader
Thousand Oaks, CA
The Thousand Oaks business is located in a highly desirable and thriving market, and it is part of one of the strongest advertising co-ops in the country (LA co-op). The sale includes two branded...
3
$225,000
Cash Flow: $93,623
Long established catering company for sale
Martinez, CA
Established and highly regarded catering, has turnkey operation, allowing a new owner to open the doors and operate immediately. Centrally located in Contra Costa County. This catering business is a...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Profitable 20+ Yr Gutter & Window Cleaning Business $107K SDE – Davis
Davis, CA
Profitable Davis-based gutter and window cleaning business serving Yolo County for over 20 years. The business has built a strong local reputation and operates primarily through repeat customers and...
$249,900
Cash Flow: $107,000
Great 2-Territory Pink's Window Cleaning - Huntington & Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
--> Owner has priced this one to move! 2-Territory Pink's Window Cleaning franchise in the Long Beach and Huntington Beach areas. The business has been open for right at 1-year and they are close to...
4
$115,000
Morongo Valley Pool Service Route for Sale
San Bernardino County, CA
SBA financing covering 75%–80% of the purchase price is available subject to the buyer's cash needs. Includes all business goodwill with professionally produced content that sets the company up for...
$450,400
Cash Flow: $203,000
FranchiseDoor Renew
Available in California
Door Renew focuses on refinishing wood and fiberglass doors, Front Entry doors, side doors and Interior doors for homes an businesses. Door Renew provides a professional restoration alternative to replacement.
$150,000
Buy or Sell a Service Business in California
| Market Overview | Listed for Sale |
|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 443 |
| Median Asking Price | $380,000 |
| Median Reported Revenue | $519,000 |
| Median Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $150,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $175,000 | $380,000 | $893,500 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Service Businesses for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $264,500 | $86,000 |
| Median | $519,000 | $150,000 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,200,000 | $292,679 |
Valuation Multiples
The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Service Businesses listed for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.55 | 1.60 |
| Median | 0.78 | 2.42 |
| Upper Quartile | 1.06 | 3.47 |
| Find out what these types of businesses actually sell for with a BizBuySell Valuation Report | ||
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy a Service Business in California?
The median asking price for an established Service Business in California is $380,000, though prices range from under $175,000 to well over $893,500.
How much do Service Businesses owners in California earn?
The median reported revenue of Service Businesses in California is $519,000 and owners earn a median of $150,000, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.
How do I value a Service Business?
Valuing a business is a complex process, but buyers and sellers often turn to the local market to understand how businesses are priced. Based on our most recent analysis of Service Businesses in California, revenue multiples range from 0.55 to 1.06, with a median of 0.78. Earning multiples range from 1.60 to 3.47, with the median at 2.42. This means the typical Service Business in California may ask for around 0.78 times its annual revenue, and 2.42 times its annual owner earnings.
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