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
Service Businesses For Sale in California
Market Info
Start-upLaundromat. Passive Income - Arcade, Vending & Laundry Revenue.
Start-up2 Truck fleet nets 5k-8k+ Monthly Guaranteed
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
3
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
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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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-upMobile Carwash. Dealerships, Parking lots & Parking Garage Revenue.
*Earning Potential $2,186,050 – Annual Revenue $807,443- EBITDA 36.9% – EBITDA Margin $422,107 – Per Full Time Service Vehicle Revenue $154,776 – Per Full Time Service Vehicle EBITDA $5,885 – Average...
$59,500
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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-upRichard's Painting, Your Neighborhood Painter
If you are looking for a low cost - high return business, then look no further than Richard's Painting. With our employee model we outperform most other painting franchises in ROI department. We are...
$39,950
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Start-upDUCTS Air Duct Cleaning, Partner Program Opportunity.
The name says it all, DUCTS Air Duct Cleaning. When a potential client is searching for Air Duct Cleaning, and they pull up a DUCTS Air Duct Cleaning listing that is servicing their area, it's clear...
$29,000
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Start-upVrbo -Short-Term Rental Business
This is a Short-Term Rental Property Management Business. We are a Channel Partner of Vrbo and numerous other online Marketplace Companies This is an Opportunity for you to Own a Short-Term Rental...
$75,000
FranchiseDoodyCalls
Available in California
With over 25 years of experience and 100+ locations across the United States, DoodyCalls offers the perfect opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to start a rewarding business in the pet industry!
$50,000
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-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
3
20M Growing Lab, Full Service Lab with Major Insurance’s Contracts and
$42,000,000
California
Start-upRestaurant Exhaust Hood + Cooking Appliance Cleaning Opportunity
This is not a school — this is a turnkey entry into a federally and locally enforced niche business that every restaurant in the U.S. is required to use on a recurring basis. Commercial kitchen...
$7,200
3
Pool Service Route - Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield, CA
Imagine yourself running a thriving pool service business in sunny Bakersfield, where homeowners rely on you year-round to keep their pools sparkling clean. This well-established route puts you in...
$172,680
Tyler Evans
So-Cal Business Brokers
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Seller Representation Only! We represent sellers, not buyers, and have been doing it for over 30 years and have an outstanding 90+% Success Rate! We encourage you to spend time on our website ( www.so-calbusinessbrokers.com ) as it is our means of sharing a lot of vital information that can help you avoid mistakes and maximize your transaction. At a minimum, view and understand The Best Possible Transaction and The Sales Process and you will know more than 90% of the people who want to sell their businesses and a lot more than most business brokers. We concentrate our coverage in Southern California with a major emphasis on Orange County, San Diego County and Los Angeles County and we do not charge an ‘up-front’ fee. Many in this industry charge for valuations, industry reviews, ‘packaging’, expenses, etc. and our sole compensation is a Success Fee that is paid when your transaction closes —- in essence, we only get paid when you get paid and if we can’t sell your business at a price and upon terms acceptable to you, then you do not owe us a dime!
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Professional Custom Signs
Madera County, CA
Profitable, well-established custom signage and graphics company operating successfully since 1986. The business provides in-house design, fabrication, and professional installation of interior and...
$915,000
Cash Flow: $295,736
Turn Key Electronics Contract Manufacture with Huge Potential
San Diego County, CA
Up for acquisition is a well-established, full-service electronics contract manufacturer that delivers comprehensive “turn-key” manufacturing — from PCB assembly and SMT/through-hole board production...
$1,750,000
Cash Flow: $222,247
Postal Franchise Business
Cypress, CA
This well-established postal franchise is located in North Orange County, ideally situated next to a major grocery store in a busy, high-traffic shopping center. The location offers ample parking and...
$65,000
Cash Flow: $34,020
Pool Service Route - Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Great opportunity to own your own pool service route in a growing...
$37,860
Cash Flow: $34,000
Fully Operating Laundromat - Business Opportunity
Compton, CA
Fully operating large laundromat with 33 washers and 26 dryers (13 sets). Waterless water heaters. New card reading system with security wall and new coin change machine for coin operating options. 2...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
FranchiseBenjamin Franklin Plumbing
Available in California
Join the leader in residential plumbing services! We provide tools and support so our franchise owners grow their business and dominate their market.
$150,000
Carpet Cleaning Business for Sale - 2 high demand territories
Santa Clarita, CA
This is an established and reputable carpet cleaning business servicing a consistent mix of residential and commercial clients. The business has built a strong local presence through quality...
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$65,000
Cash Flow: $55,000
Established Dry Cleaning Business
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...
6
$210,000
Multi-Revenue Stream Business Brokerage - Lucrative Opportunity
$95,000
Marin County, CA
Hawthorn Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Highly desirable commercial accounts due to high income generation from a small number of service stops. One to three visits per week per stop varying with the season. Additionally, the business...
$73,800
Cash Flow: $69,500
Flower Shop for Sale in Glendale (Asset Sale)
Glendale, CA
This is a turnkey **Asset-only** opportunity to acquire the operational assets of an established and well known retail flower shop brand. Located in a great Glendale-area location with foot traffic...
$160,000
Profitable Cleaning Business – $125K Cash Flow – SD County
Oceanside, CA
This is a highly profitable, home-based residential and short-term rental cleaning business serving San Diego County. The business generates approximately $125K in annual cash flow with minimal...
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$320,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
General Contracting & Landscaping Business
Yolo County, CA
This well-established general contracting and landscaping business has been a trusted name in its market for decades, building a stellar reputation for quality and reliability. The business has...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $209,272
Turn-Key Fastest Labs Territories - Richmond & Oakland, CA
Richmond, CA
## **Turnkey B2B Franchise: 2 Exclusive Territories (Richmond & Oakland)** **High-Margin, Low-Overhead Model | Recession-Resistant Industry** **At a Glance:** * **Territories:** 2 Exclusive Zones...
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$70,000
Profitable 22-Year Old Custom Apparel & Merchandising Business
Placer County, CA
To inquire more about this business, please start here: https://tally.so/r/jaQyOR For more than two decades, this business has quietly become a trusted partner to the communities it serves. What began...
$545,000
Cash Flow: $202,560
Riverside Pool Service Route for Sale
Riverside County, CA
Own your own recession-proof business. Create your own schedule - no evenings or weekends. Work from home or an office. Unlimited earnings with limited effort. CA12016 Nice, established pool service...
$124,200
Cash Flow: $134,500
FranchiseFive Star Bath Solutions
Available in California
With an average ticket of $12,538 and $8.4 MILLION in total income, this bathroom transformation franchise is the NEXT BIG THING in franchising.
$100,000
Commercial Pool Service Route - Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Well established commercial pool service route in Sacramento area....
$71,640
Cash Flow: $75,000
Profitable Restoration Franchise
Glendale, CA
Established and highly profitable restoration and reconstruction franchise operating in the Los Angeles market, specializing in water, fire, storm damage mitigation, full reconstruction, and contents...
$985,000
Established Business Brokerage Territory – Prime Market
$95,000
Alameda County, CA
Busy & Lucrative Organic Dry Cleaners
Fair Oaks, CA
SELLER MOTIVATED!!!!!! Local Organic Cleaning Service Located in Sacramento County, they specialize in eco-friendly cleaning solutions for both residential and commercial clients. Situated in a...
$59,000
Visalia Pool Service Route for Sale
Tulare County, CA
Amazing platform in place primed for rapid growth. Includes highly rated Business phone number, name, website and all social accounts. Well-seasoned accounts serviced by a long-term successful owner....
$144,300
Cash Flow: $146,000
FranchiseRestoration 1
Available Nationwide
Restoration 1 Water Damage Exoerts
$100,000
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Franchise in NorCal
California
Absentee Owned Northern California Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Franchise - Rich Growth Territory! - SC2254 This carpet and upholstery cleaning franchise is a Northern California Limited Liability...
$80,000
FITNESS EQUIPMENT REPAIR and SERVICE COMPANY
Corona, CA
Reputable, Family-Owned Business | 30+ Years in Operation | Southern California • Established fitness equipment repair and service company with an excellent reputation • Serving both commercial and...
$250,000
High-Growth Gutters Services Franchise | $1.35M Rev | Semi-Absentee
Contra Costa County, CA
This growing gutter services business operates in Alameda County, California and is part of a well-established national franchise within the recession-resilient home services sector. The company...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $162,890
Established Commercial Sweeping Business – 38 Years, Recurring Revenue
Roseville, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a long-established, recession-resilient commercial services company with decades of recurring contractual revenue and a semi-absentee ownership structure. Businesses of...
$900,000
Cash Flow: $277,434
Mission Foods Route For Sale- Sacramento CA- $185,000
Sacramento, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale- Sacramento CA- $185,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips...
$185,000
Cash Flow: $129,365
Brian Serina
Brian K Serina, Broker
Serving Sacramento County, CA
I am involved in the Sale & Leasing of restaurants and restaurant related businesses and property. We just completed the sale of a pizza restaurant and the commercial lease for a liquor store. Currently seeking space for a 10k to 20k sf fun center for kids.
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Mission Foods Route For Sale- San Diego CA- $69,000
San Diego, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale- San Diego CA- $69,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips...
$69,000
Cash Flow: $67,767
Pasadena Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Great starter route with solid rates. Routes are established customers in nice areas to work in. Customers pay very well each month. Additional profits from filter cleans, salt cell cleans, repairs,...
$74,400
Cash Flow: $83,000
Absentee, SBA-Ready Business with Real Estate,
$1,150,000
Contra Costa County, CA
Temecula Pool Service Route for Sale
Riverside County, CA
Well-established pool service route. Features reliable customers, strong route density, and long-term clients (some with 10+ years of service). Services include salt cell cleaning, filter cleaning,...
$54,000
Cash Flow: $65,000
Very Comfortable Huge Dry Cleaners and Many Pressure Machine
Fountain Valley, CA
1). Monthly gross is $ 27,500 per month 2). Monthly rents $ 4,200 +Including NNN 3).New Lease 4). size is approx.2,650 SF.+ High ceiling. 5). OWNER SINCE: 2006 6). The average net income possible is $...
$280,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
FranchiseServiceMaster Clean
Available in California
Join one of America's first franchises in commercial cleaning with 65+ years of experience in the industry. Low startup capital and high earning potential upwards of $1.97M in average gross sales.
$100,000
Consistent Landscape Design and Installation Business
Placer County, CA
This is a golden opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly stable 20 year landscape business with a strong, experienced operational structure. The company is known for its cohesive...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $220,000
Roofing & Solar Contractor + Property – $6.8M Sales / $895K DE
Alameda County, CA
A highly reputable Residential and Commercial Roofing & Solar Contractor with $6.817 million Projected Sales and $895,933 Projected DE located in Northern California is available for acquisition as a...
$2,175,000
Cash Flow: $895,933
Turnkey & Scalable B2B & C Full-Service Marketing & Print Franchise
Los Angeles County, CA
Business Description Nestled in a thriving part of South Bay in LA County is a privileged opportunity to acquire a well-established Profitable & Trusted Brand of business services, print, signage, and...
$495,000
Cash Flow: $180,000
Well Established Junk Hauling business
Petaluma, CA
A fantastic opportunity awaits a motivated buyer to acquire a well-established junk removal and recycling business in the desirable Sonoma, California market. Opened over a decade ago, this business...
$331,000
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
Buy the Property and the Business.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Joshua Tree, CA
(All Equipment AS-IS) 2 - 60# FL Speed Queen 2 - 40# FL Heubsch (2016) 13 - 30# FL Heubsch (2018) 6 - 20# FL Heubsch (2018) 4 - 10# TL Heubsch (2018) 14 - 30# Stack Dryers (2021) 2 - Changers 4 -...
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$995,000
Transformative Commercial Cleaning Business – Scale with Technology
Los Angeles, CA
Step into a powerhouse commercial service business built for speed, volume, and long-term contracts. This is not the typical “guy with a pressure washer.” This business operates a full fleet strategy,...
$250,000
EBITDA: $123,000
Landscape Maintenance Business San Diego County Price Reduced
San Diego County, CA
Landscape Maintenance Business for sale, offering services to apartment complexes, business centers, and residential rental properties. The company has a strong, loyal client base with several...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $125,917
Well-Established Workers' Comp Defense Law Firm (SBA Avail)
Los Angeles County, CA
Founded over 10 years ago, this very profitable firm is a recognized leader in Workers' Compensation defense, providing statewide coverage across California. This turnkey legal practice offers...
$950,000
Cash Flow: $670,000
FranchiseThe Tutoring Center
Available in California
Invest in yourself and in the children of your community. Check out our low start-up costs and flat-rate royalty structure!
$50,000
Buy or Sell a Service Business in California
For those in the market to buy or sell a service business in California, 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 California service businesses.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
423 |
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Median Asking Price |
$322,500 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$400,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$136,896 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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California Service Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.52 |
1.76 |
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Median |
0.80 |
2.58 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.18 |
3.47 |
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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
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a service business in California?
Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in California is approximately $322,500.
How much do service business owners earn?
These businesses vary in sales volume, but California service business owners report median annual sales of $400,000 and annual owner earnings of $136,896. 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 in California range from 0.52 to 1.18, with the median at 0.80. Earnings multiples range from 1.76 to 3.47, with the median at 2.58. These values indicate that a typical service business in California may sell for around 0.80 times its annual revenue, and 2.58 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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