North Carolina

Service Businesses For Sale in North Carolina

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Business Services Center, with Real Estate Included

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Raleigh, NC

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

Cash Flow: $205,316

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Exceptional Exterior Services Company #2004

Charlotte, NC

The business was founded by the current owner over twenty-five years ago to provide a full range of residential and light commercial exterior services. It has developed a strong reputation for quality...

$1,250,000

$1,250,000

Cash Flow: $340,256

Vacation Rental Property Management Business

Boone, NC

Imagine running a thriving business from your home office while helping property owners turn their vacation rentals into profitable investments. This vacation rental management company gives you the...

$156,900

$156,900

Cash Flow: $136,774

Residential and Commercial Services Company

Greensboro, NC

This maintenance services business is for sale. Sale price includes (2) vehicle (late model box trucks) inventory, and equipment assets. Yields solid net margins with very consistent and reliable...

$280,000

$280,000

Cash Flow: $154,780

Irrigation and Landscape Lighting Business

Rowan County, NC

Highly established irrigation and landscape lighting company with 30+ years of success. The company specializes in servicing existing irrigation systems, which includes start-ups, shut-downs, repairs...

$305,000

$305,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

High Gross Profits: Property Damage and Restoration Company

Charlotte, NC

For Sale: this high high-cash-flow, proven, and recession-proof “B2B” and “B2Consumer” restoration company. There is still plenty of room for additional and extensive growth in this large and...

$140,000

$140,000

Cash Flow: $800,000

Established Marketing Services Business in Catawba County!

Catawba County, NC

This marketing services business in Catawba County was established in 2000. They are well known in their community and have built a well-respected reputation dedicated to providing excellent products...

$450,000

$450,000

Cash Flow: $167,000

Electrical Services Business

Greenville, NC

Established Electrical Services Franchise – Pitt County Profitable, home-based electrical services franchise serving Pitt County and surrounding areas since 2006. Backed by a nationally recognized...

$90,000

$90,000

Eco-Friendly Spray Insulation Company In Winston-Salem

Winston-Salem, NC

For sale this highly profitable local contractor services business, including vehicles, equipment, and inventory. The sale price includes F-750 box truck, Dodge Ram pick-up plus equipment, technology...

$660,000

$660,000

Cash Flow: $402,330

Heating & Cooling Services Business

Charlotte, NC

This HVAC franchise opportunity represents an exceptional entry point into Charlotte's growing heating and cooling services market. The asset sale encompasses a fully equipped, unopened franchise...

$72,500

$72,500

Scalable Commercial Cleaning Franchise Based in Charlotte

Mecklenburg County, NC

Based in Charlotte, this master franchise in the commercial cleaning sector operates a well-structured, scalable business model supported by several distinct revenue channels. The company wins...

$435,000

$435,000

Cash Flow: $175,000

Local Service Business Serving Commercial & Residential Clients

Greensboro, NC

Imagine running a thriving waste management business right from your home office while serving both residential and commercial clients. This operation has been successfully serving the community for...

$249,900

$249,900

Cash Flow: $186,948

Home Improvement Siding Business in Greensboro

$130,000 - Greensboro, NC

$130,000

Greensboro, NC

Laundromat – Banner Elk, NC

Banner Elk, NC

This established laundromat offers a compelling opportunity for buyers seeking a well-located, operationally sound business with meaningful growth potential. The operation is built around a strong mix...

$160,000

$160,000

Cash Flow: $57,239

Vending Machines | Semi-Passive & Lucrative

Charlotte, NC

Booming Semi-Passive – Snacks & Drinks (healthier options) Vending Machine Business, covering Charlotte NC and surroundings. Ran on a flexible part-time schedule, high margins, and scalable. Each...

$170,000

$170,000

Cash Flow: $187,000

Kelly Franko

Elite Collaborative

Serving Mecklenburg County, NC

At Elite Collaborative we bring experience, expertise, and heart to the business brokerage world. As a team of dedicated and experienced brokers, we specialize in guiding entrepreneurs through the buying and selling of businesses of all magnitudes, from modest four-figure revenues to thriving multimillion-dollar enterprises. So what sets us apart? We have been where you are! We know what it's like to pour heart and soul into your business and Elite is here to help you make the next chapter a success, whether that's selling your business or finding your dream opportunity.

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Established Cleaning Master Franchise, Protected Territory

Raleigh, NC

This is an established master franchise development business, NOT a cleaning business. It is a resale in the commercial cleaning industry, offering recurring revenue, strong cash flow, and a scalable...

$1,595,000

$1,595,000

Cash Flow: $416,885

Established Home Improvement & Handyman Business for 20+ Years

Wake County, NC

Reputable and growing home improvement and handyman business serving the Raleigh area for more than 20 years. This business has built an exceptional local presence, earning a 4.9-star rating on Google...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $210,000

Commercial Cleaning: Profitable Janitorial Business

Mooresville, NC

For Sale: A well-established local commercial cleaning business that is part of a highly acclaimed and respected national franchise brand. We service large corporate accounts with contracts in place....

$17,499

$17,499

Cash Flow: $25,000

Thriving Residential Plumbing Service Company Available

Raleigh, NC

This residential plumbing service company presents an excellent opportunity for anyone seeking a scalable business in the essential home services industry. With a strong brand presence in the...

$289,000

$289,000

Cash Flow: $293,164

Restoration Home Service Business

Lincolnton, NC

This established restoration services business specializes in tile, grout, and natural stone renewal for residential and commercial properties. Operating as a mobile service provider, the company has...

$80,000

$80,000

9 Years Established Fayetteville Business – Verifiable Net Profits

Fayetteville, NC

The sale price includes a professionally wrapped company vehicle and all FF&E and Inventory needed to run daily operations. The business services customers in Cumberland County. The net profits are...

$475,000

$475,000

Cash Flow: $115,000

Profitable Picture Framing Business

Charlotte, NC

Own a profitable, SBA-approved picture-framing franchise. Ideal for entrepreneurs with business savvy and a love of art. This business operates in a $6 billion market with high margins, minimal...

$325,000

$325,000

3-Unit Salon Suite Portfolio | Semi-Absentee | NC Piedmont Triad

$2,500,000 - Greensboro, NC

$2,500,000

Greensboro, NC

Recurring Income in Booming Vacation Rental Management

Kitty Hawk, NC

What began as one entrepreneur's vision to revolutionize property management has evolved into a thriving vacation rental management business. Founded on the principle that property owners deserve...

$156,900

$156,900

Cash Flow: $143,897

Profitable Property Damage and Restoration Company

Charlotte, NC

All equipment and branded vans are included in this sale price. We have numerous preferred vendor accounts in place. While most of our competitors are chasing emergency situations, we stand out; our...

$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $130,000

Moving – Manager-run, Fully Staffed - $170K SDE

Wilmington, NC

This is a turnkey, Manager-run, Fully Staffed, Open and Operating business in the $86 Billion Moving Industry with $170,000 SDE available for immediate acquisition at a very attractive price (2X) This...

$470,000

$470,000

Cash Flow: $170,000

Real Estate Investment Company In Wilmington

Wilmington, NC

This is a busy, home based, real estate and property management business. We are one of the top property management solutions in the market. The local office provides top of the line management...

$215,000

$215,000

Cash Flow: $164,700

Outdoor Power Equipment Dealer #1990

North Carolina

Listing Price: Market Value This company is a well-established outdoor power equipment provider serving residential and commercial clients throughout the rapidly growing North Carolina metro area....

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $1,663,490

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $1,663,490

Experts in Heating/Cooling: HVAC Company

Cary, NC

The asking price includes equipment assets needed to run daily operations and a work vehicle. This HVAC company services residential and commercial accounts. We service all heating and AC issues, new...

$251,000

$251,000

Cash Flow: $207,000

Mosquito Shield and Decorate With Lights - Greensboro

Stoneville, NC

This is a rare opportunity to acquire not just one, but two seasonal service franchises under a single ownership structure. Mosquito Shield of Greater Greensboro and Decorate With Lights of Greensboro...

$150,000

$150,000

Profitable Local Raleigh Flooring Business

Raleigh, NC

The sale price includes a wrapped vehicle and Mobile Showroom, and other valuable business assets, all fully paid off. The business has become a staple for many customers over the years and is highly...

$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

Turnkey Short-Term Rental and Hospitality Management Portfolio

Lee County, NC

Established | Profitable |Scalable An exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable, professionally operated short-term rental business with a diversified portfolio of 28 upscale units across a...

$835,000

$835,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Home Improvement Siding Business for Sale in Winston-Salem, NC

$138,500 - Winston-Salem, NC

$138,500

Winston-Salem, NC

Turn Key Pest Control Company

Wilmington, NC

Locally founded and owned pest control company focusing on mosquito and pest control. We do not offer termite treatments/bonds. High margins and cash flow. Operations are managed by industry leading...

$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Cleaning Franchise, Best in Class. Profitable Franchise for sale.

Mecklenburg County, NC

This is an opportunity to acquire a professionally branded, system-driven residential and light commercial cleaning franchise operating within a protected territory. The business is profitable,...

$475,000

$475,000

Cash Flow: $126,000

Big appetites and small town living

Southern Pines, NC

Established Catering Business - Southern Pines, NC This well-established catering company has been serving the growing Southern Pines community since 2015, building a loyal clientele and strong...

$183,999

$183,999

Cash Flow: $80,000

Artificial Turf, High-Profit, Fast-Growth - $76B Market

Raleigh, NC

Fill out the contact form to schedule a quick 15-minute call. We are engaging only with qualified, serious candidates who are ready to make a decision and position themselves for a strong start in...

$200,000

$200,000

Full-Service Creative Marketing Agency #1993

North Carolina

Headquartered in North Carolina, the Company is a highly regarded, full-service creative agency delivering a blend of strategic branding, marketing, and design solutions for both traditional and...

$2,100,000

$2,100,000

Cash Flow: $564,250

Very Profitable Design-Build Landscaper w/ Pools!

Iredell County, NC

**UPDATE 1/26/26 - the business has been contracted as the exclusive installer for a National Sod supplier in MULTIPLE Markets across the SE - including (not limited to) areas in FL, VA, SC, GA, &...

$875,000

$875,000

EBITDA: $320,000

Specialty Cleaning And Detailing Business – Excellent Profitability

Wilmington, NC

For sale this established cleaning and detailing company. Sale price includes approximately $125,000 in equipment and inventory. The business has a stable base with a high percentage of repeat...

$449,000

$449,000

Cash Flow: $341,229

Renee Abbs

A Business Broker Scene

Serving Mecklenburg County, NC

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Raleigh - Profitable Commercial Cleaning/ Janitorial Business

Raleigh, NC

This well-established local commercial cleaning business is part of a highly acclaimed and respected national franchise brand. We service large corporate accounts with contracts in place. This...

$17,500

$17,500

Cash Flow: $25,000

Outdoor Power Equipment Sales & Service Business

North Carolina

This is a rare opportunity to own a thriving outdoor power equipment sales and service business established for over 25 years, located in North Carolina. As a factory authorized dealer for two leading...

$649,000

$649,000

Cash Flow: $258,380

Update!! Low-Cost, Home-Based Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning Franchise

$80,000 - Cary, NC

$80,000

Cary, NC

Home-Based Artificial Turf Installation Business In Raleigh

Raleigh, NC

This established local growth company is for sale. The sale price includes a wrapped work truck and an extensive equipment package plus advanced technology application. It is an exceptional business...

$228,000

$228,000

Cash Flow: $173,200

We Save Customers Money: Spray Insulation Business - Charlotte

Charlotte, NC

The sale price includes an F-750 box truck, a Dodge Ram pickup, and equipment, technology, and inventory.This is a local contractor services business with high net profitability (ebitda over...

$699,900

$699,900

Cash Flow: $468,000

Boutique Speaker Agency - Work From Anywhere

Wake County, NC

Overview This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly specialized, high-margin speaker management business that’s proven, profitable, and built for expansion. Operating successfully for 8 years, the...

$149,500

$149,500

Cash Flow: $65,000

Artificial Turf, High-Profit, Fast-Growth - $76B Market

Charlotte, NC

Fill out the contact form to schedule a quick 15-minute call. We are engaging only with qualified, serious candidates who are ready to make a decision and position themselves for a strong start in...

$200,000

$200,000

15 FedEx P&D Routes - Western North Carolina

North Carolina

Own a profitable operation with a newer fleet! › 1 Manager › 23 Trucks › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Full-time manager and a mechanic on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of...

$1,290,000

$1,290,000

Cash Flow: $319,816

15 FedEx P&D Routes- North Carolina (Greater Charlotte Area)

North Carolina

Business Overview: • Contracted Service Area (CSA) operating out of North Carolina (Greater Charlotte Area). • The route mix includes 70% Home Delivery (Residential) and 30% Ground (Commercial) Pickup...

$1,199,000

$1,199,000

Cash Flow: $356,739

Niche Landscaping & Construction Business in NC

Cabarrus County, NC

LISTING ID # 36227 Well-established and profitable landscape construction business that specializes in building patios, walkways, outdoor kitchens, retaining walls, water features, pergolas and decks....

$95,000

$95,000

Cash Flow: $140,000

Semi-Absentee Towing Business

Charlotte, NC

This is a premier, high-margin opportunity to acquire an established and highly profitable light and medium-duty towing and recovery business operating in the thriving Charlotte-Gastonia Metropolitan...

$2,500,000

$2,500,000

Cash Flow: $609,977

1 Bread Route - Western North Carolina

North Carolina

Perfect for an owner-operator, this bread route offers consistent income and the chance to grow a reliable business! › Number of Active Accounts: 7 › Weekly Revenue: $6,605 › Listing Ratio: 20:1 ›...

$135,000

$135,000

Semi-Passive: Coin Laundry Business In Raleigh

Raleigh, NC

This highly successful business utilizes multiple revenue streams that create high, ongoing and reliable profits. The unit business operates in a 3000 square foot space which keeps overhead low and...

$599,990

$599,990

Cash Flow: $218,400

Established Profitable Commercial Cleaning Service Central NC

North Carolina

A well-established commercial cleaning company is now available for sale, serving the Central North Carolina area. With over 30 years of experience, the business boasts a fully trained staff and a...

$774,870

$774,870

Cash Flow: $327,820

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

Range

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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