Cedar Rapids, IA
$1,100,000
Cedar Rapids, IA
$1,100,000

Los Angeles County, CA
$1,550,000
Malibu, CA
$250,000

Jasper County, TX
$450,000
San Bernardino County, CA
$5,000,000
Providence County, RI
$200,000
Harris County, TX
$675,000
Cascade County, MT
$1,000,000
Minneola, FL
$225,000
Suffolk County, NY
$999,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Indianapolis, IN
$3,500,000
Hillsborough County, NH
$300,000
New York
$149,900
New York
$799,000
Morgan County, AL
$499,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$1,600,000
Tony Shurter
First Choice Business Brokers
Serving Bernalillo County, NM
Since 1994 First Choice Business Brokers has created successful Business Sale Transactions by: - A consultive approach with both Buyer and Seller from valuation through transfer of ownership, always creating a win-win outcome. - Negotiating between Buyer and Seller by keeping their end goal in mind which is a smooth transition of ownership with terms that are acceptable to both. - Facilitating the sale by being a conduit of information between Buyer and Seller. - Navigating the process between Buyer, Seller, Closing Entity and Lenders. I listen, apply my knowledge, and prioritize your needs. From inquiry to close I am committed to confidentially serving my clients. If you're looking to buy or sell a business, don't settle for anything less than my professional, experienced business intermediaries. Business owners, when it is time to reap the rewards of your years of hard work, plan to enhance your business' value with effective pre-sale planning , market positioning and optimized deal structure. Your approach to selling your business will determine your legacy. My passionate team of professionals and our comprehensive processes will get the job done.
Hunterdon County, NJ
$200,000
Nevada County, CA
$220,000
Portland, OR
$599,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Ellsworth County, KS
$375,000
Geauga County, OH
$500,000
Minnesota
$750,000
Miami, FL
$265,000
Lower Mainland, BC
$3,300,000
Florida
$15,000,000
Alberta
$249,000
New York
$1,375,000
Charleston County, SC
$3,950,000
Lincoln, NE
$425,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Westchester County, NY
$2,650,000
Wisconsin
$6,000,000
Texas
$450,000
Columbus, OH
$1,600,000
Lincoln County, MT
$549,000
Broward County, FL
$1,200,000
Fort Lauderdale, FL
$10,000,000
Rhode Island
$4,500,000
Snohomish County, WA
$485,000
Montgomery County, AL
$449,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Coos County, NH
$1,300,000
Brevard County, FL
$475,000
California
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $823,965
Cincinnati, OH
$299,900
California
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $476,057
John Bruckner
The McFarland Group
Serving Douglas County, NE
Springfield, MA
$150,000
North Fort Myers, FL
$300,000
Virginia
$4,800,000
Memphis, TN
$650,000
Michigan
$3,500,000
Myrtle Beach, SC
$2,500,000
Plumbing companies are always needed, no matter the macroeconomic circumstances. While these businesses ebb and flow like any other, they remain a staple need in every community.
If you are looking to buy or sell a plumbing business, it’s helpful to have some context on industry standards in terms of how these businesses perform financially, and how they are valued. To help provide some insight into the plumbing business for sale market, we have aggregated listing data and compiled a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) related to buying or selling a plumbing business.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
214 |
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Median Asking Price |
$600,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$1,000,000 |
|
Median Reported Earnings |
$250,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Plumbing Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
|
Lower Quartile |
0.46 |
1.76 |
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Median |
0.71 |
2.50 |
|
Upper Quartile |
1.07 |
3.36 |
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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:
Plumbing Business Valuation: Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a plumbing business?
The cost to purchase a plumbing company can vary significantly based on location, size, and revenue, but the median asking price for plumbing businesses analyzed is approximately $600,000.
How much do plumbing business owners earn?
Plumbing business owners report a median annual revenue of $1,000,000 and median annual earnings of $250,000. This represents seller's discretionary earnings, which include the owner’s salary and any additional financial benefits the owner receives.
How do I value a plumbing business?
Valuing a plumbing company typically involves assessing its annual revenue and earnings, then comparing it to other plumbing businesses selling or recently sold in a similar market. Buyers and sellers typically start by applying valuation multiples derived from similar businesses that are selling, or recently sold.
Plumbing business revenue multiples range from 0.46 to 1.07, with a median of 0.71. Earnings multiples range from 1.76 to 3.36, with the median at 2.50. This means the average plumbing business may sell for around 0.71 times its annual revenue, and 2.5 times its annual owner earnings.
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