Charlotte, NC
Own a Territory in a Cutting-Edge Home Renovation Franchise Don’t miss the chance to become part of a forward-thinking home renovation brand that’s redefining the industry. This isn’t your typical...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $323,500
Charlotte, NC
Own a Territory in a Cutting-Edge Home Renovation Franchise Don’t miss the chance to become part of a forward-thinking home renovation brand that’s redefining the industry. This isn’t your typical...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $323,500

Taylor County, TX
This is an awesome catering business opportunity in a growing market. Specializing in handcrafted charcuterie boards and grazing boxes, this concept delivers fresh, high-quality ingredients artfully...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $3,500
Alexandria County, VA
This established executive office suite business was one of the first in its category to franchise and stands out from competitors through its premium services, including virtual reception and call...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $60,266
Newton County, MO
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, asset-based OTR trucking company with an outstanding reputation, proven systems, and consistent profitability. Operating for more than 13...
$3,850,000
Cash Flow: $1,260,147
Harris County, TX
This established business has been serving the Houston market for over 11 years, offering a trusted name in branded apparel, promotional products, and marketing services. With a strong and loyal...
$159,500
Cash Flow: $60,000
Harris County, TX
Step into one of the most recognized names in branded apparel and promotional products through this motivated franchise resale in Harris County, TX. Priced at just $39,500, this is an affordable way...
$39,500
Guilford County, NC
This turnkey promotional products and custom apparel business serves a diverse client base across small businesses, schools, nonprofits, healthcare providers, and corporate accounts. Known for...
$39,500
Rockingham County, NH
This is a unique opportunity to own a well-positioned branded apparel and promotional products business in Rockingham County. Part of the $27 billion promotional products and apparel industry, this...
$130,000
Tarrant County, TX
This is a rare chance to acquire a turnkey custom branding and promotional products business with established clientele, equipment, and strong brand recognition. The proven business model combined...
$155,000
Cash Flow: $50,000
Lee County, FL
This is a great opportunity to buy a very well-established B2B service provider located in Lee County that has been in business for almost 30 years. The business has an excellent reputation for...
$375,000
Cash Flow: $155,000
Available Nationwide
Highly scalable franchise model with low overhead, quick startup, outstanding support, and a proven business model.
$25,000
Delray Beach, FL
Now available and certainly will not be for sale very long. A Pinch A Penny franchise that includes a fleet of vehicles that supports their lucrative service dept! Knowledgeable staff in place! All...
$420,000
Cash Flow: $144,158
Mansfield, TX
This offering is as good as it gets! Sales are projected to surpassed $1.2 Million, and the store is located in one of the most desirable areas in Texas! They say service is where the BIG $$$ is.......
$699,000
Cash Flow: $209,687
Corpus Christi, TX
Here’s your chance to own a turnkey pool route with employees in Corpus Christi! It consists of 80 accounts generating a guaranteed $21,440 per month plus MORE from repairs and filter cleans! ***One...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $103,549
Nassau County, NY
This exceptional opportunity presents a highly profitable, turnkey business with over 50 years of proven success in the print, marketing, and promotional services industry. Established in 1975, this...
$800,000
Cash Flow: $244,764
Lynchburg, VA
This is a rare opportunity to own a turn-key, established promotional products and branded apparel business in the growing Lynchburg, VA market. The business is part of a well-known, nationwide...
$80,000
Christopher George, CBOA
George & Company/CentralBrokers
Serving Worcester County, MA
New England Business Brokers Association, Past President M&A Source - IBBA Merger & Acquisition division International Business Brokers Association Life Member, Institute of Business Appraisers, Inc. #2652-01 American Society of Appraisers #003991 Mass. Division of Registration, Real Estate Brokers #9011538 Turnaround Management Association Mass. Restaurant and Package Store Associations Association of Professional Merger & Acquisition Advisers Contributing Intermediary, BIZ COMPS©, annual business sales statistics Hall of Fame, Pratt’s Stats® sold business data base
York, PA
Step into ownership of a well-established and profitable sign franchise with a solid 5-year track record serving the Southern Pennsylvania market. This turnkey business offers an ideal balance of...
$314,500
Cash Flow: $96,000
Muscogee County, GA
This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire an established business brokerage territory in the dynamic West Central Georgia market. This turnkey operation offers a proven business model with...
$60,000
Charlottesville County, VA
Located in an affluent, historic Mid-Atlantic city has what people want. The business is poised for growth, with a number of marketing opportunities and new initiatives ready to launch. A change in...
$179,900
New York, NY
This Amazon FBA and eCommerce business (FBA72626) was created in October 2019 and operates in the hobbies, lifestyle, and office supply niches. The business is registered under Amazon Brand Registry...
$203,446
Owings Mills, MD
Established in 2020, this Maryland-based pressure washing company has built a strong reputation for reliable, high-quality residential and commercial exterior cleaning services. The business provides...
$65,000
Cash Flow: $33,500
Available Nationwide
Ace Handyman Services, owned by Ace Hardware, is a home services business that focuses on solving customer's small to large size handyman projects in the home and commercial space.
$75,000
Kootenai County, ID
Join the fastest-growing exit strategy and business coaching brand in the country. We specialize in helping business owners increase their company’s value and prepare for successful exits or sales....
$55,000
Cash Flow: $160,457
Kern County, CA
This business specializes in handcrafted charcuterie boards and grazing boxes that turn every occasion into a delicious experience. Each arrangement features premium meats, artisanal cheeses, fresh...
$175,000
Washoe County, NV
This growing junk removal and moving franchise has quickly become a trusted name across Northern Nevada. In just a few short years, it has built strong brand recognition, loyal repeat customers, and a...
$345,000
Cash Flow: $104,477
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
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....
$55,000
Orange County, CA
Located in a bustling commercial plaza, this gourmet charcuterie business has established itself as a go-to provider in South Orange County. Since its founding in 2023, it has gained strong Google...
$170,000
Orange County, CA
Located in the heart of Orange County, this established gourmet food business is positioned to serve some of the region’s most desirable communities. Known for beautifully crafted boards, upscale...
$200,000
Anchorage County, AK
This specialty catering and charcuterie business offers a turnkey opportunity in Anchorage Borough. Located in a high-traffic retail center, the store is fully built out with all necessary equipment,...
$170,000
Snohomish County, WA
Established gourmet food business in a prime location surrounded by more than two hundred wineries and tasting rooms. Perfectly suited to the area’s affluent, experience-driven consumers, this...
$191,000
Macomb County, MI
This specialty food business in Macomb County is part of a fast-growing sector with limited competition and huge demand for charcuterie boards and grazing tables. Opened in 2022, the store is...
$120,000
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$50,000
Cornelia, GA
*** Pre-Approved by a SBA Lender Bank with 10% down payment *** Seize the chance to own a highly profitable and well-respected HVAC franchise with a decade-long track record of success. Located in the...
$395,000
Cash Flow: $154,700
St. Petersburg, FL
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully built, fully operational charcuterie catering storefront located on one of the most sought-after business corridors in St. Petersburg. Surrounded by...
$250,000
Grand Rapids, MI
TURNKEY CHARCUTERIE BUSINESS IN PRIME LOCATION Established franchise catering company specializing in premium charcuterie services for B2B clients in Grand Rapids, MI. This thriving business has built...
$199,995
Cash Flow: $17,000
Selden, NY
Finesse Cleaners is a well-established dry cleaning business serving the Selden, NY community since 1977. This 47-year-old operation has built a loyal customer base through decades of reliable service...
$189,000
Ocala, FL
The HomeTeam Inspection Service is the nation’s leading home inspection franchise. Instead of just buying a territory to open a home inspection business with HomeTeam and be a part of their national...
$199,000
Cash Flow: $100,000
Available in Multiple Locations
Groovy Hues, a HorsePower Brands company, is revolutionizing the $25 billion painting industry with cutting-edge technology. Providing both commercial and residential services such as interior/exterior painting, power washing, and gutter installation.
$75,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Tennessee
This is a rare chance to acquire a fully outfitted automotive service facility through an asset sale. Located on a high-traffic highway in a rapidly expanding region of Tennessee, this business...
$1,500,000
Oneonta, NY
!Are you ready to take charge of your future and own a thriving business with a flexible schedule? This is your chance to acquire a well-established **Pepperidge Farm Snack Route** with exclusive...
$495,000
Cash Flow: $145,516
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Michigan
This is a rare opportunity to take over this gun shop and range! The seller has owned this since 2007 and is ready to pass this gem onto the next owner! This is located less than 2 hours North of...
$1,323,000
Chesterfield County, VA
Turnkey opportunity to own a well-established custom signage and graphics business. Founded in 2018, this location boasts trained staff, modern equipment, and a loyal customer base including local...
$160,000
Cash Flow: $45,000
St. Charles County, MO
An outstanding opportunity to acquire a thriving, full service catering company with a proven track record of success and profitability. With 16 years of success, this turnkey business is a recognized...
$695,000
Cash Flow: $232,556
Mike Maiman
MKL Agency Broker
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
MKL is a Mergers & Acquisitions Advisory Firm that works Exclusively with Independent Insurance Agents and Brokers throughout the USA. Connecting Sellers To Cash Buyers Working In all 50 States Strict Confidentiality Valuation Specialist Licensed Insurance Broker focused strictly on selling Insurance Agencies & Books of Business
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
Tampa, FL
Gamer Events – Mobile Video Game Entertainment in Tampa Bay Gamer Events, a well-established and highly reputable mobile video game entertainment business, is now available for acquisition. Operating...
$125,000
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
Texas
The company operates as an asset-light broker connecting homeowners and contractors with regional dumpster suppliers across 60 US markets via an online-ordering platform. Founded in 2013, the company...
$5,650,000
Cash Flow: $1,130,000
Springfield, IL
Our business has established a strong reputation for delivering high-quality work and prioritizing the care of our clients. We consistently see above 40% of our revenue come from repeat and referral...
$2,150,000
Cash Flow: $329,609
Available Nationwide
Dryer Vent Wizard, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading dryer vent cleaning and repair services franchise that capitalizes on a niche industry.
$50,000
Cincinnati, OH
DISCOUNTED PRICE TO $120K Mission To provide an effective, affordable solution that eliminates indoor pathogens in order to improve the health and quality of life of our customers. Ideal Buyer This...
$120,000
Cash Flow: $52,534
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
Seattle, WA
Own a Siding Renovation Business Without Ever Picking Up a Hammer Seattle, WA location was established in 2020 and operating since then. This is your opportunity to secure one of the leading...
$145,000
Cash Flow: $215,000
Wilmington, NC
If you’re searching for a scalable, home improvement business with strong cash flow and brand backing, this opportunity checks every box. This Handyman Franchise of Wilmington is an award-winning...
$293,000
Cash Flow: $130,931
Charlotte, NC
Seller wants to make a deal happen by end of the year so the price is reduced for buyers that are prepared to facilitate a closing quickly. If you’ve been searching for a proven, turnkey service...
$168,000
Cash Flow: $75,907
Available in Multiple Locations
Join the multi-millionaire's club with a needs-based model - HVAC/Plumbing franchise.
$150,000
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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