Suwanee, GA
Well established dry cleaner for sale. It is located near busy nationwide anchored grocery mall in Suwanee. Current gross sales are around $300,000. It has been absentee run business. Operation by...
Suwanee, GA
Well established dry cleaner for sale. It is located near busy nationwide anchored grocery mall in Suwanee. Current gross sales are around $300,000. It has been absentee run business. Operation by...
$250,000
Willcox, AZ
Oroweat Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Willcox, Benson, Tombstone, Arizona region for $215,000! Company financing available with $72,000 down! Currently grossing an estimated $671,788 per...
$215,000
Cash Flow: $124,227
Sterling, VA
The current owner of CertaPro Painters® of Loudoun, VA is preparing for retirement, creating a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established franchise with a strong reputation and loyal customer...
$295,000
Saint Louis, MO
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Bridgeton, St. Louis, Missouri region for $80,000! Currently generating $496,664 in yearly sales and nets $83,179. Distributorship and territory are purchased...
$80,000
Cash Flow: $83,179
St. Augustine, FL
Profitable Painting Business | $199K Asking | St. Augustine, FL -Location: St. Augustine, Florida -Asking Price: $199,000 -Cash Flow: $110K+ (per seller) Business Overview A rare opportunity to...
$199,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
Hialeah, FL
Oasis Laundry of Hialeah is a fully equipped, modern facility that offers self-service, wash & fold, and pickup & delivery laundry services, giving you multiple revenue streams under one roof. With...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $109,038
Contra Costa County, CA
For sale is a well-established 100% residential roofing and construction company founded in 2003 and located in the California Bay Area. The company provides comprehensive roofing services including...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $408,747
Texas
This service-focused equipment rental and field services company operates across Texas and New Mexico. Launched in 2022 by experienced industry operators, it has quickly gained traction in the oil &...
$7,500,000
Cash Flow: $1,503,945
Hilton Head Island, SC
Martin’s Bread Route for sale in the Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, South Carolina area for $135,000. Currently grossing $400,972 per year and nets an estimated $84,240! Distributorship and territory...
$135,000
Cash Flow: $84,240
Nashville, TN
This profitable local moving company serves the rapidly expanding Nashville metropolitan area, one of the nation's fastest-growing markets. Owner is required to sell due to a personal family matter....
$59,900
Available in Multiple Locations
A trusted national leader in the disaster restoration industry
$50,000
See More FranchisesPlano, TX
Three in One Deal! Buying this established franchise offers a powerful springboard for growth! Benefit from brand recognition, a proven business model and an existing customer base! And it doesn't...
$335,000
Wayzata, MN
A husband-and-wife ownership team in Minnetonka, MN, is preparing for retirement, creating a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established CertaPro Painters® franchise with a loyal customer base and...
$425,000
Cash Flow: $130,000
$125,196
San Antonio, TX
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Concord, NC
This Former Restaurant for Sale with Real Estate in Concord, NC presents an exciting opportunity to bring your own restaurant concept to life in a prime, high-visibility location. With approximately...
$399,900
St. Augustine, FL
The current owner of CertaPro Painters® of St. Augustine, FL is scaling back to concentrate on just one of his CertaPro businesses, creating a unique opportunity for the right buyer. While life...
$199,000
Cash Flow: $330,000
Darren Smith
Serving Essex County, NJ
Murphy Business is one of the largest and most successful business brokerage firms in the country with over 100 offices conveniently located throughout the United States and Canada. Our office is strategically located in Montclair, New Jersey (NJ) where the suburbs meet the city. With New York City (NYC) and the Metro New York suburbs on our doorstep our office is perfectly positioned to service our diverse clientele. Darren Smith and the Montclair Business broker team can help you sell your business or help you find the right one to buy. Choosing to partner with a national business brokerage provides advantageous reach.
Tampa, FL
WebsiteClosers® presents an Online Performance Marketing and Media Company with a growing reputation within the Digital Advertising Field. The brand’s innovative marketing solutions, exceptional...
$6,650,000
Cash Flow: $1,662,403
New Haven County, CT
LISTING ID # 30490 Looking for a profitable landscaping business with a focus on tree services in Central CT? Look no further! This well-established business has been in operation for 17 years and has...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
Plymouth, MA
SBA Pre-Qualified! An exceptional opportunity to acquire a thriving The UPS Store franchise in southeast Massachusetts. This rare offering provides a unique chance to own a well-established and...
$699,000
Cash Flow: $193,412
Oregon
SBA Pre-Qualified! A rare opportunity to purchase a successful The UPS Store franchise in central Oregon - without all of the initial startup costs and concerns. The 2025 year-to-date through June...
$700,000
Cash Flow: $199,989
Oregon
SBA Pre-Qualified! A rare opportunity to purchase a thriving The UPS Store franchise in central Oregon - without all of the initial startup costs and concerns. The 2025 year-to-date through June...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $115,546
Available Nationwide
Prism Specialty Restoration (formerly ERS, ART, TEX and DFD) brings a strong reputation and over 30 years of experience to the EverSmith Brands platform by providing a robust range of specialty restoration services to help those affected by a disaster and other unforeseen damages. Whether it’s residential or commercial, Prism Specialties delivers effective recovery solutions to help contractors, adjusters, and the insured restore Electronics, Art, Documents, and Textiles. This includes Kitchen appliances, computers, works on paper, sculptures, leather goods, shoes, industrial machinery, and more!
$50,000
See More FranchisesSanta Clara County, CA
Here’s a rare chance to own a profitable, debt-free, semi-absentee engineering and design firm in California — a business that runs smoothly without tying you to a desk. Enjoy steady income while...
$750,000
Cash Flow: $320,000
Kansas
Established business services company with excellent cash flow. This is a rare opportunity to acquire an established marketing services, print and sign franchise with an experienced team in place and...
$769,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
$200,000
Kings County, NY
Established medical billing company, located in US, with remote workforce state-side and offshore. Our company has successfully built strong relationships with clients in the medical equipment and...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Clinton County, OH
Here’s a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, family-operated flooring business with over 50 years of success, a sterling reputation, and loyal customers spanning generations. This...
$1,100,000
Cash Flow: $194,469
Houston, TX
This home support company offers a premium care experience that blends personal assistance with technology-driven solutions. Its services include in-home care, wellness checks, nutritional support,...
$260,000
Cash Flow: $240,558
Charlotte, NC
This in-home care agency delivers a comprehensive package of services that go beyond traditional caregiving. Designed to provide peace of mind for families, the company offers personal care...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $260,313
Davis County, UT
This home-based direct mail advertising business provides high quality offers to select households. This business is perfect for an ambitious person with a strong B2B sales background. The business...
$180,000
Cash Flow: $91,649
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Hamilton County, OH
More than just a tattoo studio, this is a mission-driven brand built on artistic mastery, personal transformation, and meaningful social impact. With an international following and a reputation for...
$800,000
Cash Flow: $148,758
Pinellas County, FL
ESTABLISHED IRRIGATION MAINTENANCE BUSINESS - 36 YEARS OF OPERATION This well-established irrigation maintenance company has been serving Homeowner and Condo Associations in Pinellas County, Florida...
$55,000
Cash Flow: $42,956
Available in Multiple Locations
Richard’s Painting is the leader in quality painting since 1999. Our goal is to be the go-to painters in your neighborhood, providing the best service possible. We focus on smaller territories to gain market share faster! Painting is our business but relationships are how we succeed.
$50,000
See More FranchisesMississippi
An established and trusted provider of well integrity testing services is seeking a buyer. With over three decades of operating history, the Company specializes in hydrostatic and gas pressure testing...
$500,000
Frederick County, MD
With absolutely no marketing or sales program, this well-established alarm company generates $26K/mth in recurring revenues from its approx. 670 monitored residential, multi-unit and commercial...
Cash Flow: $164,000
$349,900
Eagle County, CO
West Sacramento, CA
The company is a full-service staffing organization providing temporary help across manufacturing, warehouse, clerical, food production, and public sector clients in both light industrial and...
$750,000
Broward County, FL
Dive into a fantastic opportunity! Own a well-established and streamlined pool route in the highly desirable area. This is your chance to secure a consistent income stream with potential for...
$97,500
Cash Flow: $120,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Build something you can be proud of. House Doctors is the leading home improvement franchise. Whether you’re passionate about home improvement or a driven entrepreneur seeking a rewarding business opportunity, you should consider the House Doctors franchise. Become the CEO of your own legacy building business – a House Doctors franchise.
$65,000
See More FranchisesDouglas County, NE
This roofing company is positioned in the high-growth and sought after home services market segment. The business is situated in a prime area in the country where the services they offer are in high...
$565,000
Cash Flow: $265,144
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Highly respected and steadily growing provider of tutoring and test prep services in the Inland Empire. The Huntington Learning Center franchise operates with excellence and is backed by one of the...
$95,000
Cash Flow: $72,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Shenandoah County, VA
No Soliciting for brokerage services! This wildly popular shop is ready to go as far as you are willing to take it! In business since 2009 with a vast NATIONWIDE following and a name that is...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $85,000
Utah County, UT
This newly established Mobile IV business in Utah county has a loyal and growing customer base. The business uses high quality products sourced from trusted suppliers to provide a high-quality at home...
$84,000
Cash Flow: $20,726
Suffolk County, NY
A leader in aircraft inspection, repair, modifications, recovery and restorations for single and twin engine aircraft, charter 135, to airlines Part 121. We are the full service facility providing...
$650,000
Alex Duff
eXp Commercial
Serving King County, WA
Get the most out of your business by speaking to our business advisors today. Our advisors have years of experience obtaining qualified buyers and performing business valuations, so you get the most profitable price when selling your company. We assess the Good Will and value the clientele that has been established over the years, plus the Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment, and, we add that to the Cash Flow Owner Benefit and cross check it with industry standards for valuations. We also take into account the lease (or Building) and the location, foot or car traffic, and trade secrets and/ or training manual/ recipes/ systems. All that plus the team in place and training available to a buyer. We can sell your business for the true value that it has to our vast buyer pool. Let's talk
Austin, TX
Imagine owning a thriving roofing, siding, and window installation company in the heart of Austin, Texas. This isn't just any construction business - it's a reputation you can be proud of, built on...
$525,000
Cash Flow: $160,000
Fort Myers, FL
Flowers Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Fort Myers, Florida region for $135,000! Company related financing available with an estimated $90,000 down. In addition, a 10% cash reserve of the...
$135,000
Cash Flow: $55,120
$120,000
New Orleans, LA
Ohio
Established Architecture Firm - 74 Years of Excellence This distinguished full-service architecture and interior design firm represents one of Ohio's oldest and most respected practices, operating...
$2,400,000
Washoe County, NV
For more than thirteen years, this award-winning video production and A/V integration company has built a reputation as a trusted partner to government agencies, municipalities, and enterprise...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $365,000
Available Nationwide
20 Years as America's Leader in Medical Billing with Unparallelled Training, and Support. 100k Potential, Work From Anywhere, Full-Time or Part-Time. Come Join Our Success!
$30,000
See More FranchisesMarion County, FL
Solid performer in Marion County! Solid rates, well serviced pools and smartly routed. Three easy days per week and billing over $7,500 - this route is ready to keep growing! Own your own...
$92,600
Cash Flow: $95,550
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Wisconsin
Lake Country Advisors is proud to present an outstanding investment opportunity in a well-established and profitable niche company. This longstanding recycling and materials recovery company serves...
$3,250,000
Cash Flow: $57,000
San Antonio, TX
Arnold & Bimbo Bread Route distributorship for sale in the South San Antonio, Texas area for $170,000! Company financing available with $15,500 down! Currently grossing an estimated $506,532 per year...
$170,000
Cash Flow: $71,165
Bosque County, TX
Come and build an empire fast due to way more demand than supply for good pool companies in this area. Recurring, Reliable Revenue. Friendly and consistent customers. Free Riptide and Hammerhead...
$117,600
Cash Flow: $124,000
Prosper, TX
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Outstanding opportunity to own a well-established route in upscale...
$143,544
Cash Flow: $140,000
New York
Own a profitable, low-mileage operation with a strong management team! › 2 Managers › 27 Trucks › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Two full-time managers on staff to handle the daily...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $358,391
Phoenix, AZ
Flowers Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Glendale, Arizona region for $300,000! Company related financing available with an estimated $107,000 down. In addition, a 10% cash reserve of the...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $142,792
Phoenix, AZ
Flowers Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Glendale, Arizona region for $273,000! Company related financing available with an estimated $81,000 down. In addition, a 10% cash reserve of the...
$273,000
Cash Flow: $151,372
Phoenix, AZ
This Asian Fusion Restaurant for Sale is a fully equipped, turn-key restaurant opportunity you don't want to miss. This established concept already draws a loyal lunch and dinner crowd and comes...
$75,000
Available Nationwide
Aire Serv, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading heating, ventilation, and air conditioning services franchise. With us, you'll stay cool while your business heats up!
$50,000
See More FranchisesAcquisitions of service business are on the rise, and it’s easy to see why. Service businesses provide niche professional support to customers and cover a wide range of industries. The benefits of owning a service business include operational flexibility, high profitability, low overhead costs, minimal inventory and supplies, and the possibility of generating multiple revenue streams. One of the primary advantages of buying an existing service business is that it comes with established credibility in the market.
For those in the market to buy or sell a service business, 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 service businesses.
Market Overview
Number of Businesses Analyzed |
5,359 |
Median Asking Price |
$312,338 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$525,724 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$152,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Service Business Valuation Multiples
Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
Lower Quartile |
0.43 |
1.50 |
Median |
0.72 |
2.43 |
Upper Quartile |
1.08 |
3.44 |
Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
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FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a service business?
Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in the U.S. is approximately $312,338.
How much do service business owners earn?
These businesses vary in sales volume, but service business owners report median annual sales of $525,724 and annual owner earnings of $152,000. 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 range from 0.43 to 1.08, with the median at 0.72. Earnings multiples range from 1.50 to 3.44, with the median at 2.43. These values indicate that a typical service business may sell for around 0.72 times its annual revenue, and 2.43 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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