Hudson County, NJ
• Recurring Revenue: Strong monthly membership base providing predictable, contract-driven cash flow • Semi-Absentee Model: Full-time General Manager and team in place for smooth, hands-off ownership...
$675,000
Cash Flow: $190,000

Hudson County, NJ
• Recurring Revenue: Strong monthly membership base providing predictable, contract-driven cash flow • Semi-Absentee Model: Full-time General Manager and team in place for smooth, hands-off ownership...
$675,000
Cash Flow: $190,000

Bakersfield, CA
Golden opportunity to own the leading home cleaning franchise in Bakersfield, California! This established business generates $113K annual cash flow with a fully trained 10-person team already in...
$299,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
Syracuse, NY
Long-standing business with excellent service and safety ratings. The current owner has built out management, back office, and maintenance programs that allow for operational efficiency and potential...
$775,000
Cash Flow: $215,376
Lackawanna County, PA
Established and reputable tree service and landscaping business for sale with strong client base and multi-year contracts. The tree service currently offers a full range of services including...
$2,750,000
Cash Flow: $725,000
Kalamazoo County, MI
This is a rare chance to purchase a well-established B2B service provider with over 30 years of successful operations. Renowned for its quality and service, the business specializes in providing...
$1,194,000
Cash Flow: $404,573
Arlington, TX
This North Texas-based inspection operation offers a full spectrum of property inspection services across the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex and surrounding communities. Known for thorough evaluations...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $165,928
Utah
A well-established stump grinding company serving the Wasatch Front from Bountiful to Provo is now available. The business generates approximately $173,589 in annual revenue with a $30,693 cash flow,...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $41,463
Marin County, CA
Take advantage of a unique chance to own an exclusive business brokerage territory in Marin County—an affluent, business-friendly region just north of San Francisco. Known for its concentration of...
$95,000
Alameda County, CA
An exceptional opportunity to acquire an established and exclusive business brokerage territory in Alameda County—one of the most dynamic and diverse economic regions in California. This territory...
$95,000
Bexar County, TX
Take advantage of this unique opportunity to acquire a well-established and successful branded apparel and promotional products business in the Bexar County. This turnkey business has built a strong...
$99,500
Available in Multiple Locations
Paul Davis has over a 97% success rate for franchises because success is part of our business model!
$500,000
Lee County, FL
• Dominate brand in the Tile Restoration & Preservation space • 310 Google 5-Star Reviews • 40% Net Margins • Low fixed royalty payment. 3% of revenue at current revenue. Will decrease with revenue...
$419,000
Cash Flow: $164,618
Montpelier, VT
This is a great opportunity to buy an established B2B service provider in Washington County. The business provides print, marketing and design solutions. No experience is necessary. Full training and...
$75,000
$300,000
Philadelphia, PA
New York, NY
Turnkey opportunity to own a protected Pepperidge Farm Snack Route in Manhattan, one of the busiest and most desirable markets in the country. This well-established route services 96 stops, with 23%...
$513,000
Cash Flow: $135,460
Polk County, FL
Commercial Cleaning Company for sale servicing Polk County. Owner has fully trained staff and field manager. The business was started 12 years ago. Throughout that time we clean nearly all types of...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $375,000
Grace Thompson
Linehaul Solutions
Serving Fulton County, GA
Linehaul Solutions is a top-tier buyers agent and consultant, specializing in guiding the acquisition and sale of FedEx Ground trucking businesses. Our seasoned experts are dedicated to helping businesses improve their transportation efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize operations. We listen closely to our clients, understand what they need, and come up with solutions that really work. Plus, we're committed to being open and transparent every step of the way. At Linehaul Solutions, we pride ourselves on our deep industry expertise, cutting-edge resources, and exceptional customer service. Our goal is to aid clients in achieving their linehaul business goals and cultivating enduring success for their enterprises.
Anoka 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...
$2,500,000
Cash Flow: $615,000
Seattle, WA
A rare and exciting opportunity to own an Express Employment Professionals location in North Seattle has just become available. North Seattle offers an ideal environment for staffing services situated...
$50,000
Tempe, AZ
Unlock the opportunity to be part of Fastest Labs, one of the world’s most prestigious and rapidly growing franchises, recognized by Entrepreneur Magazine. Here's your chance to own a business that...
$190,000
Brick Township, NJ
HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER FRANCHISE - BRICK, NJ Established tutoring franchise opportunity in Brick, NJ offering exceptional growth potential in the rapidly expanding education sector. This...
$20,000
Massapequa Park, NY
HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER FRANCHISE - MASSAPEQUA PARK, NY Established tutoring franchise opportunity in Massapequa Park, Nassau County offering exceptional growth potential in the rapidly expanding...
$20,000
Available Nationwide
Thrive with a Recession-Resistant, Essential Service Business Backed by a Proven Business Model
$50,000
Baldwin, NY
HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER FRANCHISE - BALDWIN, NY Established tutoring franchise opportunity in Baldwin, Nassau County offering exceptional growth potential in the rapidly expanding education sector....
$5,000
St. Louis County, MO
This law firm handles personal injury and workers compensation cases. They have an established brand name from over forty years of servicing their market. They consistently generate over 1.5+ million...
$5,000,000
Cash Flow: $1,500,000
$435,000
Portage, MI
Columbia County, OR
This established dry cleaner offers a monopoly in your immediate market area with zero direct competition nearby. Your location on the main road ensures maximum visibility and foot traffic throughout...
$98,000
Cash Flow: $125,000
Port Saint Lucie, FL
Own Your Time. Earn Steady Income of $19,874 per month plus repairs with 196 accounts. Employees are available to come with the route while the owner manages the route. Live Free. Ready to Be Your Own...
$238,488
Cash Flow: $173,122
King County, WA
Garage renovation is a $2 billion industry growing by 5% annually. We are thrilled to present a growing franchise business for your consideration. This business specializes in transforming garages...
$100,000
EBITDA: $89,705
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Redding, CA
This Northern California Plumbing & Septic Business was started in 1971 and has been owned and operated for the past 35 years by the current owner and his wife. This business operates 7 days per week,...
$3,160,000
Rochester, MN
CONFIDENTIAL BUSINESS PROFILE LAWN CARE, SNOW REMOVAL CLIENT LIST for $75,000! Picture yourself running a thriving lawn care and snow removal business that's been serving Rochester's suburbs since...
$75,000
San Antonio, TX
Here’s your chance to own a turnkey pool route from the city of San Antonio! It consists of 94 accounts generating a guaranteed $17,989 per month plus MORE from repairs and filter cleans! What is a...
$215,868
Cash Flow: $118,840
Harris County, TX
Here's your chance to join a premiere brand-name franchise with a strong, consistent performing store in Harris County! The original owner opened this location in 2017 and has steadily built it up...
$580,000
Cash Flow: $181,903
Available Nationwide
Mr. Electric, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading residential and commercial electrical services franchise. With us, business ownership is shockingly simple!
$65,000
Florida
Own a profitable, rural operation in a great territory! › 15 Trucks › 1 Manager › Rural territories offer easy routes for drivers and lower than average turnover. › Full-time manager on staff to...
$1,400,000
Cash Flow: $334,036
State College, PA
Profitable and reliable Pepperidge Farm Snack & Bread Combo Route available in the State College, PA area. This established route includes 13 high-volume stops servicing major retailers including...
$264,000
$675,000
Minnesota
South Carolina
Own a large, profitable operation with a full-time manager! › 21 Trucks › 1 Manager › Value of fleet included in asking price. › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of the...
$2,500,000
Cash Flow: $632,003
Los Angeles, CA
SmartPark Access: Redefining the Future of Parking SmartPark Access is an innovative, hands-free parking solution designed to bring ultimate convenience, security, and efficiency to modern parking...
$100,000
Cash Flow: $65,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Are you searching for a business opportunity that has recurring revenue, lifestyle flexibility, and large protected territories? Mosquito Squad may be your perfect match with these benefits and more, including no royalty fees for the first 12 months!
$50,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Hayward, WI
TURN-KEY UTV & SNOWMOBILE RENTAL BUSINESS - HAYWARD, WISCONSIN Established in 2019, this profitable outdoor rental operation serves Wisconsin's premier recreation destination in the high-tourism...
$1,250,000
San Antonio, TX
Here’s your chance to own a pool route in San Antonio! It consists of 40 accounts generating a guaranteed $10,433 per month plus MORE from repairs and filter cleans! Although this route isn’t...
$125,196
Cash Flow: $122,379
Tampa, FL
WebsiteClosers® presents an SBA Pre-Qualified Marketing & Lead Generation Agency for the Legal Vertical that has been in operation for over 17 Years. The agency has established a dominant position...
$5,500,000
Cash Flow: $1,011,542
Ohio
Transworld Business Advisors of Northwest Ohio represents this engineering and sheet metal fabrication firm specializing in returnable containers, material handling systems, tool and die design, and...
$1,795,000
Cash Flow: $556,458
South Carolina
Own a profitable, rural operation with a strong management team! › 13 Trucks › 2 Managers › Two full-time managers on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of the business. › Rural territories...
$1,700,000
Cash Flow: $481,272
Edward Valaitis
Edison Avenue
Serving Hillsborough County, FL
The "original" Edison Avenue M&A Advisors was founded in 2009 to serve medium-sized companies that needed the professionalism of an Investment Bank without their high fees. Edward Valaitis was one of the first advisors in Florida to earn the prestigious Certified Business Intermediary CBI and Certified Merger and Acquisition Professional CMAP designation. He cares so deeply about the industry that he wrote a top-rated book (Exit Like A Winner) dedicated to helping entrepreneurs SUCCESSFULLY harvest the wealth they have built up in their companies.
Houston, TX
Established 9-Year Laundromat - Houston Metro Area This profitable coin laundry operation has successfully served the Houston community since 2017, generating consistent annual revenue of $200,000...
$400,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Virginia
Own a profitable operation with a strong management team! › 12 Trucks › 2 Managers › Two full-time managers on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of the business. › Operation comes from a...
$1,500,000
Cash Flow: $491,932
$228,000
North Carolina
Missouri
Own a profitable operation with a newer fleet! › 3 Managers › 33 Trucks › Higher-mileage territories offer easy routes for drivers and lower than average turnover. › Three full-time managers on staff...
$3,250,000
EBITDA: $842,574
Tennessee
Own a profitable, low-mileage operation with a strong management team! › 36 Trucks › 3 Managers › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Three full-time managers on staff to handle the daily...
$2,700,000
Cash Flow: $641,640
Available in Multiple Locations
Provide comprehensive IT solutions to local businesses. Recurring revenue. Absolutely no IT experience needed! Low investment. Small office. Lifestyle.
$50,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sedalia, MO
108 Acre Entertainment / Event / Lodging / RV Resort Business Operation. Our historic lodge sits on 108 acres of beautiful rolling countryside just 0.3 miles North of Sedalia Missouri. Location and...
$6,500,000
Augusta, ME
Northern New England's Premier Portable Toilet and Septic Pumping Business is Now Available! Here's an incredible opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly profitable business in northern...
$3,500,000
EBITDA: $702,000
Mississippi
Own a profitable, rural operation with a full-time manager! › 18 Trucks › 1 Manager › Rural territories offer easy routes for drivers and lower than average turnover. › Full-time manager and mechanic...
$1,900,000
Cash Flow: $532,789
Missouri
Own a profitable, low-mileage operation with a full-time manager! › 18 Trucks › 1 Manager › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational...
$1,300,000
Cash Flow: $314,924
Oklahoma
Own a profitable, rural operation with two managers! › 16 Trucks › 2 Managers › Value of fleet included in asking price. › Full-time managers on staff to handle the daily operational tasks of the...
$1,750,000
Cash Flow: $459,697
South Carolina
Get a jumpstart into logistics industry with bread routes! › Weekly Revenue: $11,726 › Active Accounts: 6 › Listing Ratio: 20:1 › Perfect for first-time business owners, this route offers room for...
$230,000
Houston, TX
The Signal franchise network is dedicated to providing peace of mind to communities and building a profitable, sustainable business. This isn’t just about stepping into revenue, it’s about growing...
$1,150,000
Connecticut
This profitable, asphalt services company has provided high-quality paving solutions for more than three decades. Known for reliability and professionalism, the business serves both residential and...
$7,000,000
Cash Flow: $1,470,000
Maricopa County, AZ
Well-Established sun screens and shades installation business servicing all of Maricopa County. Specialties include sun screens, patio screen enclosures, glass wall screen systems, retractable screen...
$800,000
Cash Flow: $275,000
Available Nationwide
Mr. Appliance, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading appliance repair services franchise.
$85,000
Acquisitions 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
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
5,359 |
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Median Asking Price |
$312,338 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$525,724 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$152,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Service Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.43 |
1.50 |
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Median |
0.72 |
2.43 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.08 |
3.44 |
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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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