Michigan
Own a profitable, low-mileage operation with multiple managers! › 17 Trucks › 2 Managers › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Two full-time managers on staff to handle the daily operational...
Michigan
Own a profitable, low-mileage operation with multiple managers! › 17 Trucks › 2 Managers › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Two full-time managers on staff to handle the daily operational...
$995,000
Cash Flow: $250,141
Indiana
Own a profitable operation with a strong management team and newer fleet! › 13 Trucks › 3 Managers › Rural territories offer easy routes for drivers and lower than average turnover. › Three full-time...
$935,000
Cash Flow: $234,706
St Marys County, MD
Arnold & Bimbo Bread Route distributorship for sale in the St. Mary’s County, Maryland area for $250,000! Company financing available with $104,000 down! Currently grossing an estimated $535,964 per...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $77,074
Nashville, TN
The business has seen steady growth for several years and expects to do over $2M this year. They recently upgraded some main pieces of equipment which will help with efficiency and management of...
$1,295,000
Cash Flow: $369,806
Napa, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Napa CA- $90,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$90,000
Cash Flow: $83,697
Indiana
Turn-key operation featuring 20 profitable FedEx Ground Pickup and Delivery routes in the Central Indiana area. Business includes 21 well-maintained trucks (debt-free) and an experienced management...
$1,675,000
Cash Flow: $439,921
Pinellas County, FL
The firm is owned by an established and well-respected attorney with over 40 years of legal experience in the Pinellas County area. As a graduate of the William and Mary Law School, he had a...
$550,000
Cash Flow: $230,000
Englewood, CO
This business is a reputable appliance repair business that services the southwest metro area of Colorado. Renowned for its high-quality service and customer satisfaction, it specializes in repairing...
$239,995
Cash Flow: $101,118
Omaha, NE
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the North Omaha, Nebraska region for $80,000! Currently expected to generate $610,272 in yearly sales and net an estimated $84,804! Distributorship and territory...
$80,000
Cash Flow: $84,804
San Jose, CA
The Company is a highly reputable and verified Salesforce consulting firm, recognized as a Salesforce Summit Partner for three consecutive years, which is the highest Salesforce accreditation. With...
Cash Flow: $672,048
Dayton, OH
The retirement aged and original owner of this company has created a wonderful business that enjoys long – term relationships with residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the United...
$528,000
Cash Flow: $193,000
Cincinnati, OH
The retirement aged and original owner of this company has created a wonderful business that enjoys long – term relationships with residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the United...
$528,000
Cash Flow: $193,000
Arlington, WA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Arlington WA- $129,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips...
$129,000
Cash Flow: $117,290
$74,900
Rolla, MO
California
The company’s crews quietly operate throughout the night utilizing a fleet of 9 hydraulic trucks, ensuring that each client wakes up to an as scheduled cleaner, more presentable property that they can...
$1,425,000
Virginia Beach County, VA
This equine transportation business is the largest in the area, offering seamless door-to-door trailering services for horse owners who demand the best. Known for reliability and care, the business...
$249,000
Cash Flow: $170,000
Dan Daniel
RVABB - Mid Atlantic States Leader with 98 5-STAR Reviews and Counting
Serving Richmond City County, VA
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Fairfield County, CT
An exceptional opportunity to acquire a highly reputable landscaping company with decades of success in one of Connecticut's most desirable and affluent regions. This well-established business serves...
$700,000
Ramsey, NJ
Established CertaPro Painters franchise in Ramsey, New Jersey presents an exceptional low-entry, high-potential opportunity in the $60 billion painting industry. This well-positioned business...
$99,500
Monterey, CA
Here’s your chance to own an established junk removal business with a strong brand presence and 13+ years of operating history. This franchise serves three prime counties and benefits from a central...
$296,000
Wake County, NC
A very well established office product distributor of printer consumables for all name brand printers, such as HP, Brother, Canon, etc. selling name brand and remanufactured products in the printer...
$120,000
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...
$145,000
Cash Flow: $170,479
Tennessee
Perfect for an owner-operator, this bread route offers consistent income and the chance to grow a reliable business. › Number of Active Accounts: 25 › Weekly Revenue: $17,616 › Listing Ratio: 15:1 ›...
$264,250
Tennessee
Perfect for an owner-operator, this bread route offers consistent income and the chance to grow a reliable business. › Number of Active Accounts: 16 › Weekly Revenue: $14,238 › Listing Ratio: 15:1 ›...
$186,000
Tennessee
Perfect for an owner-operator, this bread route offers consistent income and the chance to grow a reliable business. › Number of Active Accounts: 11 › Weekly Revenue: $6,458 › Listing Ratio: 15:1 ›...
$96,870
$99,000
Lake County, FL
Miami, FL
--> WOW!!! Just Listed - Home service franchise that has the largest territory that we have seen in a while! They don't make them like this anymore!! Seasoned 18-year legacy franchise owner that has...
$229,500
Los Angeles County, CA
This is an established B2B service provider located in San Fernando Valley. Opened in 2014, the location has built an excellent reputation for quality and service. This business has multiple revenue...
$135,000
Washington, MO
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Franklin County, Missouri region for $85,000! Currently generating $407,322 in yearly sales and nets an estimated $63,451. Distributorship and territory are...
$85,000
Cash Flow: $63,451
Johnson City, TN
--> Priced to Sell at Less Than New! Popular home service franchise with over 100 recurring revenue accounts included (YOY 93% retention rate). Located in the beautiful Johnson City area. A large...
$89,000
Riverside, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Central Riverside, California region for $215,000! Currently generating $772,366 in yearly sales and nets $104,921. Distributorship and territory are purchased...
$215,000
Cash Flow: $104,921
Denver, CO
Snyder’s-Lance Chip route for sale in the Denver, Highlands Ranch, Colorado area for $250,000! Third-party related financing may be available with an estimated $36,500 down! Currently generating an...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $98,845
Cumming, IA
This landscaping business presents a perfect opportunity for someone looking to get into the landscaping scene. It's already semi-absentee, leaving a business owner plenty of time to focus on growing...
$999,900
Cash Flow: $299,000
Jacksonville, FL
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Jacksonville, Florida area for $259,000! Currently generating $533,516 in yearly sales and nets an estimated $82,138. Distributorship and territory are...
$259,000
Cash Flow: $82,138
Florida
This business coaching and consulting firm is revolutionizing how entrepreneurs scale and strategize. The owner’s custom software and coaching programs combine high-impact strategy with powerful,...
Cash Flow: $900,000
Evansville, IN
This is a great opportunity to buy an established B2B service provider located in Evansville. The business provides print, marketing and design solutions. No experience is necessary. Full training and...
$150,000
$419,000
Lee County, FL
Queens County, NY
This business was started over 100 years ago by an American President to put a stop to the then rising trend of corrupt elections. Currently, the company is a third party fair elections and ballot...
$1,700,000
Cash Flow: $301,201
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Miami, FL
This is your chance to own the most reputable full-service septic tank repair, installation, and maintenance company in the Miami area. This recession-proof business built a great reputation of...
$2,900,000
Cash Flow: $737,000
Savannah, GA
Remember the days when rugs were beaten with a stick? This business has evolved the art of rug cleaning with cutting-edge technology and techniques. Unlock the secrets to preserving the beauty of fine...
$149,000
Cash Flow: $77,815
Albuquerque, NM
Business Overview: Established in 1999, this well-run Fast-Fix Jewelry & Watch Repairs franchise is located in the high-traffic Coronado Center, one of New Mexico’s premier shopping destinations. The...
$160,000
Newark, DE
Fast-Fix Jewelry & Watch Repairs franchise has been serving area since 2012! Located in the high-traffic Target Wing of the Christiana Mall, directly across from GAP. Highly-rated business with an...
$299,000
Bethlehem, PA
• B2B trade business that provides visual graphics, marketing, wide format print / signage projects under one roof • High Margin, Profitable operations • Strong Cash Flowing business • Existing...
$963,999
Deer Park, NY
Arnold & Bimbo Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Suffolk County, New York area for $130,000! Company financing with $34,000 down! Currently grossing $353,860 per year in sales and nets an...
$130,000
Cash Flow: $52,567
Jacksonville, FL
Snyder’s-Lance Chip route for sale in the Ponte Vedra, Florida area for $275,000! Third-party related financing may be available with an estimated 57,000 down! Currently generating an estimated...
$275,000
Cash Flow: $98,452
Christine Dwinell
Transworld Business Advisors - Lincoln and Southeast Nebraska
Serving Lancaster County, NE
When a company owner needs to sell their business, they can't just stick a "for sale" sign in the window. They need the assistance of a business broker to locate and vet potential buyers. On the other side, buyers rely on the broker to help facilitate the process of evaluating potential businesses and franchises for sale. A Transworld Business Advisor is the solution for both scenarios. Transworld Business Advisors focuses on three core concepts: business brokerage, franchise consulting, and franchise development.
Jacksonville, FL
Snyder’s-Lance Chip route for sale in the Jacksonville, Florida area for $152,000! Third-party related financing may be available with an estimated $21,000 down! Currently generating an estimated...
$152,000
Cash Flow: $50,008
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sarasota County, FL
RARELY available well organized Florida funeral home in affluent Sarasota County. We carefully screen all inquiries. Inquiries are strictly confidential and require a personally signed properly...
$1,650,000
Cash Flow: $217,455
$110,000
Tucson, AZ
Los Angeles, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, SBA-approved junk removal franchise. Established in 2016, this resale business boasts a proven track record of success and operates under absentee...
$388,000
King County, WA
This pleasure boat and marine craft repair & service business was established early in the 21st century in the Seattle metropolitan area. The business does mechanical and repairs, haul outs and...
$310,000
Cash Flow: $145,000
Baltimore, MD
Award Winning Disaster Restoration Franchise 34% Cash Flow - Expansive Territory Asking Price: $1,200,000 RVA Business Brokers is delighted to bring this incredible opportunity to purchase a highly...
$1,200,000
Cash Flow: $245,000
California
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly respected environmental inspection and consulting business that has been serving Southern California for over 30 years. The company specializes in...
$385,000
Cash Flow: $101,584
Richmond, IN
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Richmond, Indiana and Western Ohio area for $65,000! Currently generating $448,344 in yearly sales and nets $73,372. Distributorship and territory are...
$65,000
Cash Flow: $73,372
Moreno Valley, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Moreno Valley, California region for $216,000! Currently generating $554,732 in yearly sales and nets an estimated $62,484. Distributorship and territory are...
$216,000
Cash Flow: $62,484
Chattanooga, TN
--> Priced to Sell at Less Than New! Popular interior design franchise resale with a large premium territory in the Chattanooga area. --> Popular franchise system that is listed in Entrepreneur...
$89,900
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
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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