Beaver Creek, OH
Established cleaning company in the Suburbs of Dayton. Long history of happy clients and 5 star reviews. Great opportunity to pick up a longstanding book of business with low overhead. This...
Beaver Creek, OH
Established cleaning company in the Suburbs of Dayton. Long history of happy clients and 5 star reviews. Great opportunity to pick up a longstanding book of business with low overhead. This...
$175,000
Cash Flow: $75,030
Lake Norman Of Catawba, NC
NOTE: Gross Revenue, Cash Flow, and EBITDA are averages over the past 5 years. This business is ideal for a young entrepreneur with a basic knowledge of low-voltage electronics and software, willing...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $170,479
Isle Of Palms, SC
This established property management franchise specializes in vacation and short-term rentals in the highly desirable Charleston and Isle of Palms, SC market. Operating since 2020, the company has...
$738,000
Cash Flow: $110,000
Montauk, NY
Core Commercial Location in Montauk – Positioned just below the traffic circle and only one block away from the beach, this 2,000sf single-story building sits on a 0.07-acre parcel in the heart of...
$600,000
Tampa, FL
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, highly respected Model & Talent Agency that has been a cornerstone of the entertainment, modeling and advertising industries in the Southeast...
$415,000
Alberta
This business is a Canadian contract research organization (CRO) that specializes in medicinal and synthetic chemistry, drug discovery, and development services for the pharmaceutical and biotech...
$1,300,000
Cash Flow: $325,000
Raleigh, NC
Profitable Print & Branding Business | $220K Asking | Raleigh, NC - Location: Research Triangle Park (Raleigh Metro), North Carolina - Asking Price: $220,000 - Cash Flow (SDE): $35,000–$65,000 (past...
$220,000
Cash Flow: $65,000
Nashville, TN
Purchasing this established Fence franchise means you’ll save significant time and money compared to starting from scratch. The business already has brand recognition, operational systems in place,...
$185,000
Coos County, NH
Flowers Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Coos County, New Hampshire region for $100,000! Company related financing available with an estimated $10,000 down. In addition, a 10% cash reserve...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $97,968
St. Louis County, MO
For over 11 years, this remodeling and contracting company has established a reputation for excellence, trust, and reliability. With over 1,100 repeat clients, daily inbound leads (5–15 requests every...
$425,000
Cash Flow: $146,000
Available Nationwide
Lawn Pride, a Neighborly company, is a rapidly growing lawn care services franchise. With us, your path to business ownership can experience greener pastures!
$50,000
See More FranchisesAnoka County, MN
This well-established roofing and siding business in the north metro Minneapolis area presents a turnkey opportunity for a buyer seeking a profitable, scalable operation. With a proven track record...
$3,000,000
Cash Flow: $672,092
Westchester County, NY
LISTING ID # 36528 This established cake and nuts route has been serving Westchester County, New York, and Fairfield County, Connecticut, for over 14 years. It currently services 43 accounts in...
$129,000
Cash Flow: $59,000
$2,400,000
San Jose, CA
Ocean County, NJ
LISTING ID # 37026 Step into ownership of a highly reputable and profitable moving company with 20 years in business and a proven track record of success. This is a true turnkey opportunity with...
$370,000
Cash Flow: $115,000
Suffolk County, NY
LISTING ID # 37095 Long Established Laundromat. Still open and operating for over 40 years. Fully staffed. The owner recently passed away and his family is now selling this business. A prime location...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $42,516
Bruce Felt
Griffiths, Dreher & Evans, PS, CPAs
Serving Spokane County, WA
Established in 1992. Our Investment Advisory Firm of CPAs specializes in helping owners exit their business or make leaving financially optional. Free Initial Consultation. www.grifco.com We have a wealth of information on valuation, exit planning and business sales.
Taylorsville, UT
Best Edge Sharpening is an established mobile sharpening service serving the Salt Lake Valley market since 2018. This profitable route-based business demonstrates exceptional financial performance...
$480,000
Cash Flow: $160,000
Louisville, KY
Established roll-off dumpster company serving Louisville metro. 40 containers + 2 trucks included. Streamlined ops, strong EBITDA/SDE, and room to scale with additional cans, routes, and SEO....
$950,000
New York County, NY
STRATEGIC BUYERS TO BE CONSIDERED ONLY. Buyer must be a licensed architect. Amazing opportunity for National Architectural firms looking for NYC metro area presence. This NYC metro area based firm has...
$3,700,000
Cash Flow: $1,185,808
Plainfield, IN
This exterior services company offers something rare in the home and commercial care space, a system built specifically to optimize a single, in-demand service. With 30+ years of performance and a...
$359,000
Cash Flow: $323,757
Brownsburg, IN
This business is a standout in the property care space due to its focus, efficiency, and scalability. It delivers power washing at scale using a method that’s both fast and effective. With a system in...
$365,000
Cash Flow: $330,147
Available in Multiple Locations
Achieve Your Dreams with a One-of-a-Kind Brand, Proven Success, and the Flexibility of a Home-Based Office
$35,000
See More FranchisesGrand Rapids, MI
This business is built to serve both residential and commercial properties with high-efficiency power washing services. Its standout cleaning system lets crews complete more jobs in less time, giving...
$389,900
Cash Flow: $391,460
Killeen, TX
This cleaning business stands out by focusing solely on one thing and doing it better than anyone else. Power washing might seem simple, but this company’s system turns it into a scalable business...
$390,000
Cash Flow: $405,191
$800,000
Nassau County, NY
Brockton, MA
This property repair company offers a compelling opportunity for someone looking to enter or expand within the residential and light commercial maintenance space. Built on a foundation of strong...
$174,000
Cash Flow: $263,987
Allegheny County, PA
An established tree trimming, removal, and services company operating in Western Pennsylvania—with a strong presence in Pittsburgh, Wexford, Cranberry, and Mars—presents a compelling acquisition...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $166,676
North Carolina
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly reputable outdoor lighting business serving high-end residential clients in one of North Carolina’s fastest-growing regions. With...
$1,800,000
Cash Flow: $500,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Franklin County, LA
Benchmark Business Brokers presents a family owned and operated restaurant with plenty of outside seating, a cozy bar, party room and a main dining room that seats approximately 48 people. This...
$971,000
Cash Flow: $208,109
Fort Collins, CO
Scalable & Low Employees The top 50% of franchisees average $1.82 million in sales with the owner/operator, office admin, and 1-2 salespeople. Scale by adding more mobile showrooms (vans)....
$225,000
Herriman, UT
Priced to sell at $38,900. This is an excellent opportunity to purchase this franchise located in Herriman, Utah. Included in the purchase: business phone number, google reviews, exclusive territory,...
$38,900
Atlanta, GA
> DESCRIPTION: Moving and junk removal business serving residential and commercial clients in metro Atlanta. This business operates under a proven franchise system with ongoing support, established...
$55,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Invest in the fastest-growing and (best in category) mosquito control franchise in the U.S. with low investment, proprietary products, and industry leading customer retention.
$150,000
See More FranchisesCincinnati, OH
This Landscape and Tree business is a leading provider of tree care, landscaping, and plant health services, serving residential, commercial, and municipal clients across Southwestern Ohio and...
$749,900
Cash Flow: $267,351
Louisville, KY
***Inquire for financial performance information*** An established Express Employment Professionals staffing agency in Louisville, KY is now available. With a strong reputation and a proven track...
$295,000
$120,000
Lynchburg, VA
Atlanta, GA
Step into ownership with this established mosquito control business, serving the booming Atlanta metro area. This opportunity provides a well-known franchise brand, a strong customer base, and a...
$125,000
Seattle, WA
Thousand new homes around the area. Bright future for a growing business. Modernized and well-established dry cleaning and laundry shop. 2800sq ft of space. Unlimited opportunity for wholesale...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Investing in a Craters & Freighters franchise offers a unique opportunity to join a leader in the specialty crating, packaging, and shipping industry. Franchisees benefit from exclusive territories, diverse clientele, comprehensive corporate support, proprietary software, and national account access. Additional perks include purchasing discounts, group cargo insurance, and a robust referral network, ensuring a market advantage. Franchise ownership with Craters & Freighters also includes ongoing benefits such as preferential vendor rates, continuous technical and marketing support, and extended service capabilities. The company’s extensive network allows franchisees to collaborate with fellow owners, enhancing logistical solutions for their customers. This unique business concept not only provides a strategic edge but also ensures that franchise owners are well-equipped to meet the logistics needs of various sectors, thereby dominating the specialty freight industry.
$100,000
See More FranchisesLake County, IL
This established franchise specializes in dryer vent cleaning and installation, offering a prime opportunity for first-time entrepreneurs with no initial start-up costs. It is also home-based with...
$69,999
Cash Flow: $34,483
Hillsborough County, FL
180 accounts all within a 3 mile radius! Established lawn maintenance business servicing the same community for over 17 years. Monthly Revenue is over $28,000 and is for lawn maintenance services...
$269,000
Kailua-Kona, HI
Jim’s Shoes & Bags provides a unique business opportunity for the entrepreneur eager to chart their own future. What better place to do this than on the beautiful Big Island of Hawaii? As you enter...
$330,000
Murfreesboro, TN
ESTABLISHED OXI FRESH CARPET CLEANING TERRITORIES FOR SALE This profitable franchise opportunity includes four established Oxi Fresh territories strategically positioned across Tennessee's...
$250,000
Florida
This company was started on a shoestring budget and has grown to annual sales of $885K in two years. Excellent reviews (4.9 on Google). Professional marketing plan in place, which has generated...
$500,000
EBITDA: $210,000
Jeffery E. Merry, Sr., MBA, J.D.
The Business House Inc.
Serving Fulton County, GA
The BUSINESS HOUSE, inc. provides personal attention and supervision to each and every transaction. Our mission is to advise, appraise, and advance our Clients' needs and objectives with regard to selling, acquiring, or transferring a business enterprise in a professional, confidential, expeditious, and thorough manner.
Portage, IN
Founded in 2023, Duneland Power Washing has quickly proven its success, generating $10,000 per month in just four months of seasonal operations. With a 100+ active client list, a fully equipped...
$200,000
El Cajon, CA
Excellent cash flowing San Diego Property Management company for someone who wants to immediately step in to a book of business. Opportunities for real estate transactions with the clients as well as...
$600,000
$314,500
York, PA
Richmond County, GA
I am selling my landscaping business in the Augusta, GA area. The only thing I'm not including is my truck, which I will include for an additional $20k if needed. There's an established route of 100%...
$75,000
Cash Flow: $156,000
Philadelphia, PA
Amazing opportunity to own a Ben & Jerry's on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania. New 10 year lease starting on May 1,2026. Buyer will get the store along with a lease, all furniture,...
$699,500
Cash Flow: $185,000
Available Nationwide
Five Star Painting, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading residential and commercial painting services franchise. With us, business ownership is a stroke of genius!
$50,000
See More FranchisesREAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Provincetown, MA
Award Winning Cosmos Catering is for Sale! An Exceptional opportunity to acquire Cosmos Catering & Event Planning! In a Class of its own, Cosmos Catering boosts over 20 years of fulfilling the dreams...
$1,250,000
Cash Flow: $300,000
Dolton, IL
ESTABLISHED ACCOUNTING & TAX FRANCHISE FOR SALE South Suburbs of Cook County | Turnkey Operation | High Growth Potential Take Over a Proven Franchise with Built-In Brand Power! Step into a nationally...
$75,000
Cash Flow: $39,000
Atlanta, GA
Since 2000 this Company has been providing North Metro Atlanta residential and commercial clients with a wide range of services. The services include landscape design, installation & maintenance,...
$1,450,000
Cash Flow: $486,254
Salt Lake County, UT
This thriving beauty studio represents a rare opportunity to acquire a turnkey operation with proven systems and diverse income channels. Despite recent revenue softness due to owner's reduced...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $82,337
Gilbert, AZ
Turnkey swimming pool service & repair business with excellent reputation & organic growth. 30% Net margins. Streamlined standard operating procedures. Seller willing to continue running the business...
$1,250,000
Cash Flow: $250,000
North Kansas City, MO
Established party rental business Carnival Times presents an exceptional opportunity in North Kansas City's entertainment industry. Operating since 2000, this profitable enterprise has built a strong...
$175,000
Cash Flow: $97,693
Draper, UT
Buy into an established business with a solid 7-figure income and future potential. I'm seeking a business partner to help me expand my established tele-sales company. This is a very profitable,...
$50,000
Taylor, MI
This Liberty Tax franchise offers a rare blend of stable income, low overhead, and lifestyle flexibility. The business has averaged 10% annual revenue growth over the past three years, with 80%+...
$95,000
Cash Flow: $45,922
Johns Island, SC
This fast-growing home services franchise doubled sales in its second year of operation, resulting in $394K in revenue and $84K in cash flow in 2024. The upward trend continues—February 2025 was the...
$165,000
Cash Flow: $84,780
Available in Multiple Locations
Entrepreneur Magazine Franchise 500 #1 In Category!
$60,000
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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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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