Kane County, IL
Are you a motivated, energetic entrepreneur looking for your next big opportunity? This is your chance to acquire a highly profitable, proven, and recession-proof property restoration and roofing...

Kane County, IL
Are you a motivated, energetic entrepreneur looking for your next big opportunity? This is your chance to acquire a highly profitable, proven, and recession-proof property restoration and roofing...
$875,000

Peoria County, IL
This is a great opportunity to buy an established B2B service provider that has been servicing local business in Peoria County. The business provides print, marketing and design solutions. It operates...
$200,000

McHenry County, IL
Step into ownership of a well-established commercial cleaning business in Northern Illinois with a stellar reputation, recurring contracts, and proven systems in place. The business serves a diverse...
$282,000
Cash Flow: $114,390

Illinois
Five-year contracts!!! The company provides a service for Hospitals and Medical Universities. It is a niche industry that is on the verge of nearly unlimited growth. New software in place allows the...
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $4,668,659
Chicago Heights, IL
Acquire an established, profitable, owner-operated technology services company with 18 years of experience. The business is strategically positioned for future growth within the modern security and...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $121,225
Cook County, IL
Opportunity to acquire a high-growth, award-winning irrigation services business operating under a nationally recognized franchise brand. Founded in 2021 and launched in 2022, the company delivers...
$689,000
Cash Flow: $217,000
Chicago, IL
This established grout and tile restoration business has served the Greater Chicago area for more than 15 years and offers steady cash flow, strong margins, and a simple mobile model with no lease....
$295,000
Cash Flow: $155,498
Chicago, IL
Archer and Central Laundromat Asking $1,189,000 or offer. Gross: $695,000 Asking $1,189,000 This super high net, 4,700 sq. ft. Laundromat is in the dynamic Southwest side area of Chicago. This laundry...
$1,189,000
EBITDA: $237,500
DuPage County, IL
Established in 1986, this company is a well-known and trusted sealcoating brand in DuPage County, supported by a customer database of more than 7,500 homeowners. The business specializes in premium,...
$75,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Jacksonville, IL
Mission Foods Route For Sale- Jacksonville IL- $64,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips...
$64,000
Cash Flow: $99,120
Available in Illinois
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
Chicago, IL
***Inquire for financial performance information*** Here is a prime opportunity to acquire a highly reputable staffing business in the bustling Chicago Metro area. This business has been a cornerstone...
$795,000
Chicago, IL
This established beauty school offers high-quality esthetician training with a strong reputation for producing confident, state-board-ready graduates. The curriculum goes beyond industry basics,...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $140,420
$2,000,000
Naperville, IL
DuPage County, IL
Established Pest Control Franchise – High-Growth Territory for Sale This profitable pest control franchise in DuPage County, IL presents an exceptional opportunity for growth-minded entrepreneurs....
$225,000
Cash Flow: $60,000
Cook County, IL
Located in a very busy, and beautiful downtown area inside a strip alongside other businesses, the owners are ready to hand this gem over to a new owner. A new owner will enjoy this business with its...
$270,000
Cash Flow: $116,860
Dan Sperry - The Business Exchange
The Business Exchange
Serving Cook County, IL
We have owned, as well as bought and sold our own small businesses and investment properties. The ever changing economy and extremely valuable entrepreneurial spirit of the last several years has made our ability to introduce a buyer to a seller...more important than ever. In every case, our philosophy has always been to commit to providing quality services to the clients that we choose to represent. Then, we deliver on that commitment by working together in concert with you the seller, buyer, investor or investor group.
Joliet, IL
Through the years I have listed many dry cleaners, but none have been as beautiful and well organized as this one. For those of you who know nothing about the dry-cleaning business, this is the one...
$290,000
Cash Flow: $107,802
Chicago, IL
This established appliance repair business includes two protected franchise territories covering Chicago’s South Side and the South Suburban Cook County area, including parts of Will County. The...
$275,000
Wilmette, IL
--> Owner is ready to sell this successful, 18-year,profitable, single-employee /owner-operator-run home-service franchise location. The sale includes a large single territory that takes in parts of...
$239,000
Cash Flow: $65,000
Sangamon County, IL
This remodeling company delivers high-quality kitchen, bath, and interior projects for homeowners who value craftsmanship and trust. Over the past year, it produced about $3.35M in revenue and $655K...
$2,499,000
Cash Flow: $655,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Illinois
Commercial Plus, LLC is pleased to present the potential acquisition of a premier residential design-build firm serving the Midwestern U.S. With a 30+ year reputation and a management team averaging...
$10,000,000
Available in Illinois
Join a leading home improvement franchise built on quality, trust, and repeat business since 1993
$50,000
Cook County, IL
This is a great opportunity to buy a very well-established B2B service provider located in Cook County. The business is well known for providing a high level of customer service and has received many...
$365,000
Cash Flow: $142,000
Palatine, IL
We sell high quality bead strands including gemstones, Czech glass, lampwork glass beads, woods, and ceramics. We also have plenty of antique and vintage beads. We also supply tools for jewelry...
$750,000
$5,500,000
Hoffman Estates, IL
Quincy, IL
Mission Foods Route For Sale-Quincy IL-Now Only-$40,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips...
$40,000
Cash Flow: $112,487
Savoy, IL
This long-standing staffing and recruiting business has built a reputation for reliability, quality placements, and strong local relationships. With over $2.25M in revenue and $146K in cash flow over...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $146,921
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Kane County, IL
Picture yourself walking into your own established real estate franchise - one that's been a trusted name in the community for 40 years. This isn't just any business opportunity; you're getting both a...
$625,000
Cash Flow: $57,000
Cook County, IL
This established Chicago-based event service specializes in luxury themed sleepover experiences for children, offering parents a unique, hassle-free way to create unforgettable celebrations. Launched...
$50,000
Dallas, IL
Want a business that doesn’t keep you behind a desk? This service lets you hit the road, stay active, and help local restaurants and kitchens stay compliant and energy-efficient. Work with your hands,...
$278,900
Cash Flow: $290,410
Cook County, IL
For over 25 years, this well-established appliance store has been a trusted name in the Greater Chicagoland area, offering a wide selection of new and used major appliances, including refrigerators,...
$480,000
Cash Flow: $52,313
Cook County, IL
Conveniently situated in the south suburbs of Chicago, this clinic specializes in Autism Management through evidence-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy by providing individualized,...
$960,000
Cash Flow: $221,979
Available Nationwide
Love. Integrity. Mission. Excellence.
$75,000
Illinois
This business requires a compassionate individual who is willing to work with seniors and their families to find an appropriate senior living community. Here's your chance to own a well-established...
$175,000
Cash Flow: $69,293
Chicago, IL
This vending business offers a turnkey opportunity to provide snacks, beverages, and custom product selections through a network of advanced, technology-driven machines. Each machine features remote...
$159,500
Cash Flow: $132,000
$55,000
DuPage County, IL
Chicago, IL
Fishing Live Bait Route For Sale in the Suburban Chicago, Illinois to Wisconsin areas for $255,000! Currently grossing $250,912 and nets $82,909 per year! This business provides wholesale bait...
$255,000
Cash Flow: $82,909
Chicago, IL
Take ownership of a highly profitable, home-based dryer vent cleaning business serving the North Side of Chicago and the North Shore suburbs. Backed by a well-established franchise with world-class...
$299,500
Cash Flow: $123,802
Available in Illinois
Through senior modifications, home maintenance, handyman services, and ongoing maintenance programs, TruBlue franchisees have the opportunity to run a successful franchising business while making a difference in the lives of seniors and busy adults in their communities.
$50,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Kane County, IL
Experienced Real Estate Company and Building for Sale. Over 15 Experienced realtors. This incredible franchise real estate company has been a vibrant pillar of the community for 40 years! four decades...
$625,000
Cash Flow: $57,000
Kane County, IL
Established Real Estate business for sale. 16 experienced realtors This incredible franchise real estate company has been a vibrant pillar of the community for an astounding 40 years! That’s...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $57,000
Sangamon County, IL
Central Illinois Tax practice This is a great opportunity to purchase a established tax practice with long standing clients. The practice has seen year over year growth. Owner is willing to support a...
$165,000
Grayslake, IL
- SBA eligible for qualified buyers, only need 10% down! - The seller is retiring from the business - Seller is willing to stay behind and help the new buyer. Seller has extensive FedEx experience...
$975,000
Cash Flow: $254,151
Peoria, IL
Help families navigate life’s toughest transitions with a business built around compassion, organization, and results. This unique opportunity offers relocation support, downsizing help, and estate...
$106,900
Cash Flow: $201,332
Jay Whitney
Childcare Brokers
Serving Cook County, IL
We provide the following services for childcare center clients. • Childcare center business sales & business acquisition consultants. (Have helped 100+ people sell/buy centers) • Loan brokers for childcare centers.(Have helped 100+ people get financing) • Business Valuations (Have provided 200+ valuations) The true benefits of a good Sell-Side Business Consultant (not BROKER) is helping the Owner/Seller: • To sell the childcare center at the RIGHT price • By recommending AGAINST selling NOW if exit planning shows it would be better to wait before selling • To recommend against the seller from selling at a price below what the childcare center is worth • To prevent the childcare center from languishing on the “business for sale” marketplace for years • To allow the business owner to have time to manage his/her business so that the business value does not suffer by helping in the many tasks required during the business sales process. The true benefits of a good Buy-Side Business Acquisition Consultant and Buy-Side Business Loan Broker is helping the childcare business buyer: • To find childcare center business owners who are truly motivated to sell. (Most childcare center owners who want to sell, are not listed for sale by business brokers. I can help you contact them by coaching you with the most effective approaches!) • To find the RIGHT business to buy • To prevent a client from over-paying for a business and/or buy the WRONG business • To secure a SBA loan at a lower interest rate than what the buyer could get on his/her own.
Rock Island County, IL
In business for over 30 years, this award-winning and profitable company provides everything for the pool and spa owner, from design to construction, from renovation to repair. Products and services...
$400,000
Bolingbrook, IL
--> Good opportunity with a great franchisor. The existing franchisee had purchased three great territories in the Naperville and surrounding areas and now doesn't have the time with her current...
$143,000
$749,000
Illinois
Inception Lighting—Your Gateway to a Six-Figure, Year-Round Business Join Inception Lighting, a leader in commercial and residential permanent lighting applications, and become part of an industry...
$749
FRANCHISE for the EB1c Green Card $395,00 FRANCHISE. A great opportunity to join the Green Movement in Lawn care. All equipment is electric so the customers are very happy with the reduction in noise...
$395,000
Available in Illinois
Signal works to provide residential, commercial, and industrial clients with security services. The company wants to help people have a physically safe environment, giving them a better chance to flourish and prosper. Signal offers security services for apartments, hotels, schools, commercial and industrial establishments. Clients can request patrol services, dedicated security officers, or event security.
$20,000
Property Management Inc. (PMI) is a leading, technology forward Franchise Concept providing expert property management services and solutions across all areas of property management; including, but...
$40,000
In 2015, Farmer’s Insurance ran a Superbowl commercial highlighting the dangers of clogged dryer vents. Overnight, a little known service industry boomed as million of people realized they had never...
$89,000
"STOP PUTTING IT OFF - BE YOUR OWN BOSS!" You can be your own boss for an initial capital of only $249. We are way more reasonable than our competition! Their starting cost is from $5000 to $50,000!...
$249
Chicago, IL
$280,000
St. Clair County, IL
$603,000
South Holland, IL
$85,000
Chicago, IL
$199,900
Joliet, IL
$205,000
Cook County, IL
$550,000
Available in Illinois
$150,000
For those in the market to buy or sell a service business in Illinois, 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 Illinois service businesses.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
119 |
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Median Asking Price |
$462,125 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$600,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$200,106 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Illinois Service Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.46 |
1.99 |
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Median |
0.80 |
2.69 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.18 |
3.64 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Read the Report:
Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a service business in Illinois?
Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in Illinois is approximately $462,125.
How much do service business owners earn?
These businesses vary in sales volume, but Illinois service business owners report median annual sales of $600,000 and annual owner earnings of $200,106. 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 Illinois range from 0.46 to 1.18, with the median at 0.80. Earnings multiples range from 1.99 to 3.64, with the median at 2.69. These values indicate that a typical service business in Illinois may sell for around 0.80 times its annual revenue, and 2.69 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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