North Carolina

Service Businesses For Sale in North Carolina

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Flowers Foods Route For Sale-Monroe NC-$198,000

Monroe, NC

Flowers Foods Route For Sale-Monroe NC-$198,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #RouteForSale #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #BreadRoute #FlowersFoods #Flowers #FlowersRoute...

$198,000

$198,000

Cash Flow: $108,004

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Recurring-Revenue Service Franchise – Essential Pet Care in Charlotte

Belmont, NC

2 fully paid off trucks included in purchase price!! This business is part of a proven franchise system delivering reliable pet waste removal services to residential and commercial clients. Customers...

$125,000

$125,000

Cash Flow: $42,000

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Fully Remote Turnkey Direct Mail & Digital Marketing Agency | $182KSDE

Charlotte, NC

Business Description: This fast-growing, tech-enabled marketing agency delivers high-performing direct mail and digital advertising campaigns for small businesses, franchises, and national brands....

$525,000

$525,000

Cash Flow: $182,213

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Thriving Central NC Business Center with Real Estate Included

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

North Carolina

This is an excellent opportunity for a real estate investor to acquire a thriving shared workspace business and its stunning, modern Class-A real estate. Located in a highly desirable, high-growth...

$3,900,000

$3,900,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Thriving Pool Service Business, $1M+ Revenue

Kernersville, NC

Fast-growing pool service business with over $1M in revenue and $232K cash flow is now available in North Carolina’s Piedmont region. Launched in 2022, it has scaled rapidly across two exclusive...

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$760,000

$760,000

Cash Flow: $232,237

Residential Trash Removal Business

Lincoln County, NC

Own a proven, growing waste-removal business with strong local brand recognition and repeat residential and commercial clients. The business has expanded rapidly over the past three years through...

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$395,000

$395,000

Cash Flow: $156,316

Mission's Tortilla Route, Jacksonville, NC

Jacksonville, NC

Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Jacksonville, North Carolina region for $99,000! Currently generating $582,593 in yearly sales and nets $85,971. Distributorship and territory are purchased...

$99,000

$99,000

Cash Flow: $85,971

Snyder’s-Lance Route For Sale Charlotte NC-$349,000

Matthews, NC

Snyder’s-Lance Route For Sale Charlotte NC-$349,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #SnydersLance #SnydersPretzels #KettleChips #CapeCodChips #LateJuly...

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$349,000

$349,000

Cash Flow: $105,539

Mission Foods Route For Sale Charlotte NC $80,000

Charlotte, NC

Mission Foods Route For Sale Charlotte NC $80,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...

$80,000

$80,000

Cash Flow: $92,677

Profitable Food Safety Certification Business

Greensboro, NC

Offered for sale is the Southeast’s premier food safety certification business, offering accredited courses in-person, live-streamed or online. This company’s loyal customer base includes restaurants,...

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Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $141,000

Dumpster Rental Business, B2B & B2C

Louisville, NC

This business offers a comprehensive suite of innovative solutions catering to every need in waste management for both residential and commercial clients. Our patent-pending design seamlessly combines...

$399,900

$399,900

Cash Flow: $107,198

Profitable Restaurant for Sale in Prime Lake Norman Area SBA Ready!

Mooresville, NC

This Profitable Restaurant for Sale in Mooresville, NC offers the perfect chance to acquire a thriving business with strong financial performance. In 2024, the restaurant generated sales of $1,021,927...

$374,000

$374,000

Cash Flow: $204,353

Scalable Auto and Commercial Tint Business

$149,000 - Mecklenburg County, NC

$149,000

Mecklenburg County, NC

Reed Miller

United Franchise Group

UTZ Foods Route For Sale in Gastonia NC-$145,000

Gastonia, NC

UTZ Foods Route For Sale in Gastonia NC-$145,000 Enter NC-51239 at RoutesRUs.com for more details, or use the following link: https://routesrus.com/utz-foods-gastonia-nc-nc-51239/ #Ownaroute...

$145,000

$145,000

Cash Flow: $105,331

Snyder's-Lance Chip Route, Cornelius, NC

Charlotte, NC

Snyder’s-Lance Chip route for sale in the Cornelius, North Carolina area for $425,000! Third-party related financing may be available with an estimated $58,000 down! Currently generating an estimated...

$425,000

$425,000

Cash Flow: $122,463

Tully Ryan

Murphy Business Sales - Triangle & Eastern NC

Serving New Hanover County, NC

At IBX Business Brokers, we help business owners and strategic acquirers achieve successful outcomes through full-service M&A and business brokerage advisory across North Carolina and the Southeast. Combining hands-on deal leadership with the reach of the Murphy Business national network, we deliver precision, confidentiality, and certainty to close. We specialize in sell-side representation for founder-led and family-owned companies with $1M–$25M in enterprise value. Our senior-led team manages the full transaction lifecycle — from valuation and exit readiness to confidential marketing, buyer outreach, negotiation, and diligence management — ensuring maximum value and minimal disruption to daily operations. For strategic buyers and corporate development teams, we provide targeted buy-side advisory, sourcing off-market opportunities, conducting operational and financial assessments, and structuring acquisitions that accelerate growth and deliver measurable ROI. Headquartered in Edenton and Wilmington, we serve the Triangle, Greenville, and Eastern North Carolina regions, including the Outer Banks, with selective mandates across the Carolinas and nationwide. Clients choose IBX for our data-driven insights, transparent communication, and trusted execution. We bridge local relationships with national buyer reach, positioning each client for optimal outcomes — from first conversation to closing wire. Whether you’re preparing to sell your business, exploring strategic acquisitions, or seeking a valuation-driven roadmap, IBX Business Brokers combines local expertise, national scale, and proven M&A strategy to help you move forward with confidence.

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REDUCED -Unique Farm to Table Restaurant-Great Reputation

Transylvania County, NC

REDUCED PRICE--TURN KEY- SELLER FINANCING OFFERED Subject to Approval. Opportunity Not to Be Missed--Looking For an Awesome Farm To Table Restaurant Purchase ??--Look No Further than this Specialty...

$280,000

$280,000

Cash Flow: $165,681

Turnkey Service Provider in a Thriving, Diverse Manufacturing and Tech

Davidson County, NC

This is a premier opportunity to acquire a well-established, IICRC-certified disaster restoration company positioned for stable, long-term success across the Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and High Point...

$2,215,000

$2,215,000

The UPS Store Franchise in the Foothills of North Carolina

North Carolina

SBA Pre-Qualified! An excellent opportunity to purchase an established The UPS Store franchise in the Foothills of North Carolina - without all of the initial startup costs and concerns. The 2025 YTD...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $153,756

Charlotte Cafe for Sale in High Demand Uptown Market!

Charlotte, NC

This Cafe for Sale in Charlotte, NC presents an excellent opportunity for an entrepreneur ready to bring their own concept to a vibrant and growing market. Located in a highly desirable Uptown area,...

$79,500

$79,500

Established Franchise for Sale near South End!

Charlotte, NC

This Franchise for Sale in Charlotte, NC presents an outstanding opportunity for a motivated buyer. Perfect for an owner operator or an experienced restaurateur looking to step into an established...

$230,000

$230,000

UTZ Foods Route For Sale in Indian Trail NC-$99,000

Indian Trail, NC

UTZ Foods Route For Sale in Indian Trail NC-$99,000 Enter NC-85790 at RoutesRUs.com for more details, or use the following link: https://routesrus.com/utz-foods-indian-trail-nc-nc-85790/ #Ownaroute...

$99,000

$99,000

Cash Flow: $71,999

Flowers Foods Route For Sale-Monroe NC-$269,000

Monroe, NC

Flowers Foods Route For Sale-Monroe NC-$269,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #RouteForSale #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #BreadRoute #FlowersFoods #Flowers #FlowersRoute...

$269,000

$269,000

Cash Flow: $189,280

Established Automotive Tint & Film Business

$100,000 - New Hanover County, NC

$100,000

New Hanover County, NC

Reed Miller

United Franchise Group

Hands-Off Cleaning Business With Great Cash Flow

Greenville, NC

Established Cleaning Business - Greenville, NC This profitable commercial cleaning business presents an exceptional opportunity for an owner, manager, or investor seeking hands-off ownership with...

$95,000

$95,000

Cash Flow: $47,898

Profitable Insulation Company With Room to Expand

Catawba County, NC

Prime Opportunity with potential for expansion and growth! Own a Thriving Insulation Company in a highly sought after Industry. With strong 2023 sales and 2024 on track to exceed last year's...

$700,000

$700,000

Highly Profitable Promotional Products Company for Sale

Raleigh, NC

Established over 23 years ago, this promotional products business has experienced plenty of success while based in the Raleigh/Durham Metro Area. With a deep-rooted commitment to quality and...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $63,000

Commercial power washing with reoccurring revenue!

Greensboro, NC

High Tech Equipment for the biggest jobs! “Customized Box Trucks” that hold 900 gallons of water and 100 gallons of chemicals. The maximum height reached is 20 stories! Hospitals, Schools and Large...

$295,000

$295,000

Cash Flow: $265,000

Established Chem Dry Franchise in Central North Carolina

Orange County, NC

Four independently owned and operated, geographically neighbored, Chem-Dry franchises to be sold as a package. Become part of the world’s largest and highly rated residential and commercial carpet,...

$195,000

$195,000

Cash Flow: $61,473

Profitable Flooring & Install-Coastal N. Carolina

Dare County, NC

Located in a thriving coastal market, this established flooring retailer has built a strong reputation over two decades, serving homeowners, contractors, and property managers. The company specializes...

$1,450,000

$1,450,000

Cash Flow: $576,331

Acquire a Profitable Painting Company for 5% Down

North Carolina

Excellent opportunity to purchase a well-established, branded residential and commercial paint contractor. Company has served local community for more than twenty years and is part of one of the top...

$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $153,392

Commercial Landscape Maintenance Business in Charlotte

Charlotte, NC

Commercial landscape maintenance business servicing the Charlotte, NC area for 17 years. The company brings in over $46K/Mth from recurring lawn maintenance revenue. There are a total of 82 accounts,...

$460,000

$460,000

Cash Flow: $183,295

Branded Apparel, Signs & Promotional Products Franchise Company

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

$275,000

15 FedEx P&D Routes - Western North Carolina

$1,290,000 - North Carolina

$1,290,000

North Carolina

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ServiceMaster Clean in Wilmington, NC

Wilmington, NC

Purchasing a ServiceMaster Clean franchise in Wilmington, NC presents an exciting opportunity to own a trusted and established brand in the cleaning and janitorial services industry. Wilmington, known...

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$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $245,656

Well Established Turnkey Locksmith Business

North Carolina

Southeast Business Alliance is very excited to present for your consideration a 30+ year-old locksmith business with a solid reputation and a lot of room for growth. This business has been great for...

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$324,999

$324,999

Thrive in a Territory Full of Opportunity with Fibrenew Catawba Valley

Granite Falls, NC

Turnkey Fibrenew Franchise in High-Demand Territory – Hickory & Lake Norman, NC Be Your Own Boss in a Business You’ll Love! This is your chance to take over a thriving Fibrenew franchise with a...

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$125,000

$125,000

Profitable Window Cleaning/Pwr Washing Biz in Booming Market!!

Charlotte, NC

Ideal opportunity for an owner operator or addition to existing business. 50% of revenue comes from window cleaning, 50% from power washing. Great reputation with 140+ 5 star google reviews and 350+...

$160,000

$160,000

Cash Flow: $74,032

Promotional, Printing & Marketing Business

Durham County, NC

This is a great opportunity to take over a highly regarded Durham County business w/ a diverse repeat customer base. This location provides print, marketing and design solutions to local businesses....

$180,000

$180,000

Landscape Hardscape & Drainage Company

Fuquay Varina, NC

Landscape Hardscape & Drainage Company servicing Wake County, NC servicing residential and commercial properties. The business has a project manager in place who helps run the business and oversees...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $161,230

16 FedEx P&D Routes - Northern North Carolina

North Carolina

Own a low-mileage operation with a strong management team! › 2 Managers › Spare trucks available for overflow and maintenance needs. › Two full-time managers on staff to handle the daily operational...

$1,250,000

$1,250,000

Cash Flow: $326,058

Nathaniel James

Crimson Cardinal Realty LLC

Serving Durham County, NC

Crimson Cardinal Realty, LLC is a North Carolina based real estate practice and business intermediary for the sale or purchase of small operations. We are licensed to transact real estate related transactions in North Carolina and South Carolina. We serve all types of businesses in the Southeastern US. Our healthcare division, Crimson Cardinal Healthcare Intermediary, serves owners of medical and dental practices, home care and home health agencies, and assisted living facilities in NC, SC, and Virginia. Strictly Confidential.

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Farm Equipment Sales & Service Business w/RE & Large Inventory

North Carolina

This family-owned, award-winning, agricultural equipment sales and service business was established in the 1950s. Over the decades the company has grown into a large, successful farm equipment and...

$4,300,000

$4,300,000

Cash Flow: $686,182

Marketing & Printing Business For Sale

Wilmington, NC

Take over an established print, marketing & design center. The business has a solid reputation in the community and many long term repeat clients. There are multiple revenue streams, normal business...

$120,000

$120,000

1 Bread Route - Western North Carolina

$135,000 - North Carolina

$135,000

North Carolina

Route Consultant

Martin's Bread Route, Cary, NC

Cary, NC

Martin’s Bread Route for sale in the Cary, North Carolina area for $110,000. Currently grossing $264,663 per year and nets $54,236! Distributorship and territory are purchased through independent...

$110,000

$110,000

Cash Flow: $54,236

Flowers Bread Route, Currituck County, NC

Grandy, NC

Flowers Bread Route distributorship for sale in Currituck County, North Carolina region for $155,000! Company related financing available with an estimated $64,500 down. In addition, a 10% cash...

$155,000

$155,000

Cash Flow: $95,553

Wilmington, NC - Strong Margin Automotive Repair Franchise

New Hanover County, NC

Simple, repeatable operations that generate robust cash flow, boasting an impressive 70%+ repeat customer rate. Situated in a prime retail-dense trade area, this franchise is strategically positioned...

$1,900,000

$1,900,000

EBITDA: $645,900

Asset SaleShort-term Rental Portfolio- UPTOWN Charlotte

Charlotte, NC

Purchase one or all short-term rental units in our portfolio. All units are located in the same building located in the sought area uptown Charlotte market. Six units are three bedrooms and four units...

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$279,900

Asset Sale

$279,900

Asset SaleCreative Colors International Raleigh

Willow Springs, NC

Creative Colors International (CCI) has been a trusted leader in the restoration industry for over 40 years, and now you have the opportunity to acquire a CCI franchise in an exclusive territory that...

$110,000

Asset Sale

$110,000

Asset SaleMedical Billing Website & Brand — Mostiv.com (Relocatable, Asset Sale)

Guilford County, NC

Professional Medical Billing Website & Brand - Mostiv.com Turnkey digital asset package featuring a premium brandable domain and professionally designed website for the thriving medical billing...

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$28,000

Asset Sale

$28,000

Asset SaleB2B/B2C Side Hustle or Full Time 100% Mobile Pool Services Franchise!

Pineville, NC

Side Hustle or Full Time! Remote ownership or in Territory. The Options are Endless! This pool service and maintenance franchise has locations grossing over $700k per year and netting over $200k per...

$98,000

Asset Sale

$98,000

Real EstateMixed-Use Property w/ Built-In Income & Demand

Mooresville, NC

Prime Highway Frontage | Fully Occupied for 15+ Years Separate Living Quarters – Ground Level Residential: 4 bedrooms, kitchen, living room, 1 bathroom – Downstairs: 3 bedrooms, kitchen, laundry room,...

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$649,000

Real Estate

$649,000

Start-up30 Account Routes for Sale

Tower Beverage USA presents a turnkey distribution opportunity in the rapidly expanding prebiotic beverage market. This ground floor franchise opportunity offers an established 30-account route system...

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$25,000

Start-up

$25,000

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-up

$749

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-up

$395,000

Buy or Sell a Service Business in North Carolina

For those in the market to buy or sell a service business in North Carolina, 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 North Carolina service businesses.


Market Overview

Number of Businesses Analyzed  

127

Median Asking Price  

$292,500

Median Reported Revenue  

$470,589

Median Reported Earnings  

$140,000

Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.


North Carolina Service Business Valuation Multiples

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Revenue

Earnings (SDE)

Lower Quartile

0.37

1.50

Median

0.64

2.39

Upper Quartile

1.01

3.24

Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price.


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Service Business Valuation Benchmarks


FAQs

How much does it cost to buy a service business in North Carolina?

Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in North Carolina is approximately $292,500.

How much do service business owners earn?

These businesses vary in sales volume, but North Carolina service business owners report median annual sales of $470,589 and annual owner earnings of $140,000. 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 in North Carolina range from 0.37 to 1.01, with the median at 0.64. Earnings multiples range from 1.50 to 3.24, with the median at 2.39. These values indicate that a typical service business in North Carolina may sell for around 0.64 times its annual revenue, and 2.39 times its annual owner’s earnings.


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