Iowa
Business Overview: Contracted Service Area (CSA) in servicing the Eastern Iowa Area Route mix includes 50% Home Delivery (HD) and 50% Commercial (Ground) Currently operating 13 P&D routes, including 1...
$749,000
Cash Flow: $237,305
Service Businesses For Sale in Iowa
13 FedEx P&D Routes - Eastern Iowa Area
Start-up35 Year Proven System With A Franchise Guarantee
After 25 years of owning a successful painting and handyman company, I was ready to show people with no prior experience can also hold a successful business! We have painted at the Smithsonian,...
$47,000
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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-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-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-up4 Truck Fleet w/ a Projected Net Of 12k-20k Monthly
OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS Semi-Truck Line Haul Business Opportunity Pricing -$300,000- 4 Semi-Truck Routes • $150,000 – 2 Semi-Truck Routes • $75,000 – 1 Semi-Truck Route Financing Options • No SBA •...
$150,000
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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
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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
FranchiseAssett Commercial Services
Available in Iowa
Over $1,000,000/Year Potential | Low Startup | Semi-Absentee | Recession-Resilient | Best for NEW Business Owners who want to become Independently Self-Employed for the very first time. Assett is a Family Owned & Operated commercial cleaning franchise brand that exclusively focuses on helping franchisees build incredible life-changing cleaning businesses.
$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-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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Window Cleaning
Bettendorf, IA
Established and highly reputable window cleaning company with a strong presence in the local market. The business generates consistent and recurring revenue through loyal residential and commercial...
$180,000
Cash Flow: $49,542
Service Based Business Built For Scale
Des Moines, IA
Imagine yourself running a business that solves a problem every restaurant, grocery store, and commercial kitchen faces daily. This mobile refrigeration gasket replacement service is exactly that...
$268,900
Cash Flow: $261,032
Recognized Lawn and Garden Sales and Service
Polk County, IA
Recognized Lawn and Garden Sales and Service...
$120,000
Cash Flow: $10,084
Transworld Business Advisors
Transworld Business Advisors of Minnesota & Des Moines
Serving Polk County, IA
Interested in buying or selling your business? Transworld and their professional services successfully bring buyers and sellers together. We have become the world leader in the marketing and sales of businesses, franchises and commercial real estate.
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Mission Foods Route For Sale | Fort Madison, IA — $120,000
Fort Madison, IA
Mission Foods Route For Sale | Fort Madison, IA — $120,000 Enter IA-81423 at RoutesRUs.com for more details, or use the following link: https://routesrus.com/mission-foods-ft-madison-ia-ia-81423/...
$120,000
Cash Flow: $124,914
Top Private Investigation Agency in IOWA - Established & Profitable!
Des Moines, IA
Overview: A midwest Private Investigation Agency that has been established for over 25 years and rated #1 on Google search engine in Iowa is for sale. This would be a great opportunity for a former...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
Best Deal - 4 FedEx Linehaul Routes, 3 Team, 1 Solo
Cedar Rapids, IA
*** Up to 30% seller financing for qualified buyer *** - Established since 2023 - This is a set of 4 unassigned runs, including 3 teams and 1 solo. - All routes are domiciled in the same terminal -...
$600,000
Cash Flow: $299,000
Building & Concrete Cleaning Services
Des Moines, IA
Imagine stepping into a thriving mobile power washing business that's already built a solid reputation! This established exterior cleaning company serves both residential and commercial customers with...
$414,900
Window Cleaning Business in Cedar Rapids, Waterloo, & Northern Iowa
Black Hawk County, IA
Established Squeegee Squad Window Cleaning Franchise - Northern & Eastern Iowa Territory This profitable Squeegee Squad franchise territory covers high-growth markets including Mason City, Waterloo,...
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$65,990
Franchise1-800-STRIPER
Available in Iowa
Build a low overhead service business helping businesses maintain safe, compliant parking lots.
$75,000
Easily Run Fencing Company Booked Out For Months!
Des Moines, IA
Stay booked and keep earning with this reliable fencing company! It regularly stays booked out without any paid advertising or marketing. On top of that, it delivers high quality privacy fences with...
$624,900
Cash Flow: $190,000
Asset SaleMerry Maids Cleaning Franchise
Cedar Rapids, IA
MERRY MAIDS CLEANING FRANCHISE - ASSET SALE Established cleaning franchise opportunity in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, available through asset sale. This turnkey residential and light janitorial cleaning...
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$475,000
Start-upJoin the Booming Permanent Lighting Industry with Inception Lighting
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...
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$749
Start-upWaveMAX Laundry Franchise Opportunities – Premium Laundromat Brand
Why Franchise Owners Choose WaveMAX® WaveMAX® is the top-rated laundromat franchise in the U.S.—offering a proven path to financial freedom and scalable growth. Why Owners Love WaveMAX®: Semi-Absentee...
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Start-upAll electric equipment and Van, Lawn Care Services run by Solar
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
Start-upLow Investment, Low Overhead, Recurring Revenue Model
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...
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$89,000
Start-upFast-growing & EXTREMELY PROFITABLE!
Turf Badger has rapidly expanded, and is a highly rated company that has been providing comprehensive pest and lawn care services to homeowners in Michigan and Wisconsin since 2019. From our office...
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$30,000
Thriving Wine & Beverage Industry Publication Business
Humboldt, IA
$315,000
Established Dumpster Rental – Recession-Proof Cash Flow
Des Moines, IA
$697,500
15 FedEx Ground Routes, Dubuque IA
Dubuque, IA
$1,235,000
FranchiseSupply Pointe
Available Nationwide
$50,000
Dumpster Rental Franchise | $120K Revenue | 65% Margin
Des Moines, IA
$200,000
Cedar Rapids Parking Lot Maintenance/Repair Company
Cedar Rapids, IA
$238,999
19 FedEx P&D Routes- Eastern Iowa
Iowa
$650,000
Established Commercial Cleaning Company with Premier Client Base
Scott County, IA
$850,000
Operational Laundromat in Coralville, Iowa for Sale
Coralville, IA
$30,000
FranchisePlumbingPro
Available in Iowa
$100,000
Des Moines Maintenance Services Company - Residential & Commercial
Des Moines, IA
$296,700
High-Demand Oxygen Carpet Cleaning Service with Green Advantage
Des Moines, IA
$349,900
35 FedEx P&D Routes- Illinois & Iowa Area
Iowa
$2,999,000
Handyman Business with Significant Expansion Opportunity
Cedar Rapids, IA
$126,000
Profitable B2B Services Company - West Des Moines
West Des Moines, IA
$824,999
Frank Haverkamp J.D.
Sunbelt Business Advisors, Inc.
Serving Pottawattamie County, IA
Whether you are ready to sell your business or are looking to buy a business, Sunbelt of Nebraska is a good match for you. As part of the largest business brokerage network in the world, we are a vital partner, successfully guiding you through your business sale or acquisition process. We know that helping clients sell or buy a business is really all about solving the problems that will arise. Sunbelt of Nebraska is the best choice to serve as a key component to your team of trusted advisors. The team can assist you in positioning your company for sale with an emphasis on confidentiality. As the largest business brokerage in Nebraska, we have listed and sold hundreds of businesses over the last ten years, outperforming all competitors combined. Our team of professionals has one of the highest closing percentages in the business brokerage industry. Simply speaking, our team successfully closes pending deals more often. The sale or acquisition of a business is a complicated matter and without the proper guidance, many deals hit obstacles that often cannot be overcome. We know that selling or purchasing a company is perhaps one of the most difficult decisions you will make, so let our team of specialists assist you in this critical process. We can bring forward key considerations so that, in cooperation with you, we are able to arrive at a proper valuation for your company. Our significant knowledge and expertise allows us to arrive at the most appropriate asking price for your business. In addition, it is important that you are able to continue to run your business on a daily basis rather than to become overwhelmed by a potential sale. The Sunbelt team can attend to the business of marketing your unique business while you concentrate on protecting profits. Knowledge and understanding are critical stepping stones to a smooth and successful sale. Our team is completely comfortable with all aspects of the buying or and selling process.
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Breeden tree service inc
Cedar Rapids, IA
$170,000
Very Profitable and Established Auto Parts Business in Eastern Iowa
Scott County, IA
$2,000,000
Midwest Home Health Agency
Iowa
$1,550,000
Established Commercial & Residential Window Washing Business For Sale
Des Moines, IA
$199,999
Cash Flow Cleaning Business Built on Repeat Apartment Work
Des Moines, IA
$250,000
FranchiseBar-B-Clean
Available in Iowa
$100,000
Pool/SPA Service & SPA/Sauna/Chemical Sales Business
Iowa
$540,000
Appliance and Repair
Polk County, IA
$175,000
Furniture Repair & Custom Build Business
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Iowa
$1,480,000
Landscaping & Lawncare Business
Polk County, IA
$1,690,000
Profitable Home Services Business
Iowa
$260,000
FranchiseATC Healthcare Services
Available in Iowa
$200,000
Buy or Sell a Service Business in Iowa
Service businesses are some of the most commonly listed for sale on BizBuySell, and include a wide range of people and process driven companies that sell expertise or labor rather than physical products. Common businesses are home and commercial services (cleaning, inspections, renovation, HVAC, automotive services), business services (marketing, signage, printing, brokerage, coworking), route based and asset light operations (parking management, entertainment routes), and franchised service brands. These businesses typically operate on contract , project , or recurring service models, generating revenue through service fees, ongoing maintenance agreements, route accounts, memberships, or territory based franchises, often with relatively low inventory requirements and scalable staffing.
| Market Overview | Listings for Sale (Median) |
|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 34 |
| Asking Price | $570,000 |
| Reported Revenue | $688,935 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $204,251 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $252,500 | $570,000 | $1,112,500 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Service Businesses for sale in Iowa.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $421,195 | $137,054 |
| Median | $688,935 | $204,251 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,256,576 | $261,032 |
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 Iowa.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.49 | 1.94 |
| Median | 0.65 | 3.27 |
| Upper Quartile | 1.15 | 4.79 |
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy a Service Business in Iowa?
The median asking price for an established Service Business in Iowa is $570,000, though prices range from under $252,500 to well over $1,112,500.
How much do Service Businesses owners in Iowa earn?
The median reported revenue of Service Businesses in Iowa is $688,935 and owners earn a median of $204,251, 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 Iowa, revenue multiples range from 0.49 to 1.15, with a median of 0.65. Earning multiples range from 1.94 to 4.79, with the median at 3.27. This means the typical Service Business in Iowa may ask for around 0.65 times its annual revenue, and 3.27 times its annual owner earnings.
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