Fort Lauderdale, FL
This long-standing swim school offers consistent cash flow, two exclusive territories in high-demand family communities, and a trained team already in place. With more than a decade of brand presence...
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Profitable, Established Swim School – Great Team & Strong Reputation
3
$375,000
Cash Flow: $88,204
1 Flowers Bread Route - Northeastern Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
Enter the bread space at a low cost! › Weekly Revenue: $10,733 › Listing Ratio: 9:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery system, this opportunity promises to be a recipe for...
$92,000
1 Flowers Bread Route - Northeastern Ohio
Ohio
Be your own boss! Great starter opportunity in the bread route space! › Weekly Revenue: $13,021 › Listing Ratio: 5:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery system, this...
$71,000
1 Flowers Bread Route - Eastern Nebraska
Nebraska
Own a high growth bread route in a desirable are! › Weekly Revenue: $10,859 › Listing Ratio: 10:1 › Take the dough and rise to success while generating consistent weekly revenue. › Perfect for...
$104,000
1 Flowers Bread Route - Northern Kentucky
Kentucky
Be your own boss! Great starter opportunity in the bread route space! › Weekly Revenue: $10,891 › Listing Ratio: 6:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery system, this...
$60,000
Pepperidge Farm Bread Route, Loudon County, TN
Knoxville, TN
Pepperidge Farm Bread route for sale in the Loudon & Monroe Counties, Tennessee area for $165,000! Third-party related financing may be available with an estimated $23,250 down! Currently grossing...
$155,000
Cash Flow: $61,142
Established Restaurant Consultancy Service for Sale
Colorado
Imagine yourself stepping into a thriving restaurant consultancy that's already built the foundation for your success. This established business has spent years perfecting the art of helping...
$157,995
Cash Flow: $133,673
16+ Yr Biz - Successful Home Service Brand - Don't Miss This One!!!
Fort Mill, SC
--> WOW!!! Just Listed - Home service franchise with a large territory! Seasoned 16-year franchise owner that is ready for the next chapter and looking for the right person to take over this awesome...
$820,000
EBITDA: $154,000
A stable and well-loved business with a devoted customer base
Waterbury Village Historic District, VT
Imagine providing a high-quality product and service to the community while helping to shape the cultural experience in Waterbury, Vermont. Axel's is a cornerstone in the community where people find...
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$190,000
Cash Flow: $65,000
Local B2B Shipping & Logistics Business
Cleveland, TX
You’ve built relationships, grown teams, and managed revenue—but always for someone else. This B2B freight and supply chain business gives you the opportunity to own the relationships and the rewards....
$288,950
Cash Flow: $179,825
Pest Control Franchise for Sale
Mckinney, TX
This outdoor pest control Collin County franchise deals with a variety of household pests including but not limited to Ants, Roaches, Gnats, Fleas, and Mosquitos. Their pest control treatment and...
$75,000
Cash Flow: $2,673
Thriving Eco-Friendly Cleaning Business with Strong Recurring Revenue
Philadelphia, PA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, high-end residential cleaning business in Philadelphia with strong recurring revenue, a full management team in place, and a reputation for...
$480,000
Cash Flow: $120,000
Military Engraving | Trophy | Framing | Custom Coins, Patches, etc.
Eglin Air Force Base, FL
Located in Eglin AFB BX and successful online website. Very popular for squadrons, retirement, promotions, PCS awards and custom patches, custom engraving, custom challenge coin manufacturing. Custom...
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$545,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Successful Fully-Equipped Dry Cleaner
$119,000
Portland, OR
Commercial Real Estate Service
Cottonwood Heights, UT
The Company focuses on recession resilient and Covid proof businesses such as commercial, industrial, manufacturing, distribution and “blue collar” businesses that continue to expand and are in need...
6
$1,250,000
Cash Flow: $605,051
Restoration Service Business Territory Opportunity
Colorado Springs, CO
Step into ownership with this established service franchise opportunity backed by a well-known, highly regarded national brand. Located in a confidential market within a major metropolitan area, this...
$117,500
Cash Flow: $75,000
Daz Connell
Murphy Business & Financial Corporation
Serving Bergen County, NJ
Daz Connell has been awarded as a Top National Producer and Multi-Million Dollar Broker for the last 8 years running- 2016-2023. Daz has consistently ranked in the Top 10 nationally for business sale transactions, covering several industries. He's also a fellow entrepreneur who is 3x INC 500 Award Winner for Business. Murphy is the largest (IBISWorld 2015) and most successful business brokerage firm in North America with offices conveniently located throughout the United States and Canada. We are members of virtually all associations, group listing services and networks that exist in the business brokerage industry. We have unsurpassed access to buyers and sellers nationwide. Our proven process and system provides our clients a higher closing ratio than national averages. We promise that you will not find a more complete, thorough professional experience as the one Murphy Business and Financial Corporation can provide. Daz covers New Jersey and New York with a vast network of Buyers and Professionals (Attorneys, Accountants, Lenders) to ensure the sale of your business.
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Arnold & Bimbo Bread Route, Johnson City, TN
Johnson City, TN
Arnold & Bimbo Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Johnson City, Tennessee area for $300,000! Company financing with $123,000 down! Currently grossing $748,280 per year in sales and nets an...
$300,000
Cash Flow: $123,511
Arnold & Bimbo Bread Route, San Antonio, TX
San Antonio, TX
Arnold & Bimbo Bread Route distributorship for sale in the San Antonio, Texas area for $200,000! Company financing with $58,000 down! Currently grossing $631,384 per year in sales and nets an...
$200,000
Cash Flow: $99,743
Power Washing and Snow Removal Business
Chicago, IL
For over 45 years this Chicago area business has thrived by serving clients with year-round services that include power washing, gutter maintenance, snow removal, and more. This is an opportunity to...
$285,000
Cash Flow: $97,177
Solar Energy Company in Prime Location
Shasta County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established solar company located in a high visibility area. The business has built a strong reputation in Northern California for delivering high quality...
$995,000
Cash Flow: $379,000
Turnkey High-Volume Coatings Business + 7,200?SF Industrial Warehouse
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Brevard County, FL
Opportunity to acquire a highly reputable and well-established industrial coatings company with over three decades of successful operation. This turnkey business serves a wide range of sectors,...
6
$1,800,000
Pepperidge Farm Bread Route Nassau County
Rockville Centre, NY
Prime Nassau County Locations! Are you ready to own a profitable and well-established business in the thriving bread distribution industry? Look no further! This **Pepperidge Farm Bread Route** is now...
$225,000
Cash Flow: $67,000
St Armands/Engelman's Bakery Route, Palm Beach County, FL
Boca Raton, FL
St. Armands and Engelman’s Bakery Route for sale in the Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Martin Counties, Florida area for $90,000! Currently grossing $244,381 and nets $46,376 per year!...
$90,000
Cash Flow: $46,376
Car Truck Wash/Ice Cream Shop/Restaurant/Rental
Dauphin, MB
Opportunity to purchase profitable well established truck/car wash with ice cream shop/restaurant and rental located in the heart of the Parkland. Turnkey truck and car wash includes drive thru...
3
$2,150,000
Cash Flow: $500,000
Full-Service Water, Fire & Mold Restoration Franchise
$2,250,000
Linn County, OR
Extermination Biz Net $191K-Seller Financing 80%
Exton, PA
Specialized Bed Bug Extermination Business – 80% Owner Financing Available Offered at $450,000 with generous owner financing (only 20% down) this bed bug-specific pest control company specializes in...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $191,953
Firearms Simulation Training Range Business
York County, PA
Fun and Unique business that is totally immersive in real life training scenarios for everyone from law enforcement and security professionals sharpening their skills, to professional shooters working...
$75,000
Cash Flow: $62,000
Profitable Insulation Company With Room to Expand
Catawba County, NC
Prime Opportunity with potential for expansion and growth! Own a Thriving Insulation Company in a highly sought after Industry. With strong 2023 sales and 2024 on track to exceed last year's...
$700,000
Appliance Repair
Canyon County, ID
Are you ready to step into a thriving business with a proven track record? Look no further! This one-man appliance repair company has been a trusted name in the Treasure Valley for decades. Here’s why...
$60,000
Cash Flow: $66,000
Elite Turnkey Medical & Aesthetic Clinic – Profitable & Scalable
El Paso, TX
Unique opportunity to acquire a well-established provider of personalized healthcare and advanced wellness solutions in El Paso, TX, and surrounding areas. The company delivers a broad portfolio of...
$1,750,000
Cash Flow: $450,000
Mailbox & Shipping Business | Easy to Run, Prime Location
Scottsdale, AZ
Looking to own a simple business you can step into and run from day one? This established mailbox rental and shipping center offers exactly that — a clean, easy-to-manage operation in a high-traffic...
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$98,500
Cash Flow: $44,035
Highly Profitable Promotional Products Company for Sale
Raleigh, NC
Established over 23 years ago, this promotional products business has experienced plenty of success while based in the Raleigh/Durham Metro Area. With a deep-rooted commitment to quality and...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $63,000
Bimbo Bakeries Route For Sale-Charlotte NC-$243,000
Charlotte, NC
Bimbo Bakeries Route For Sale-Charlotte NC-$243,000 Enter NC-90634 at RoutesRUs.com for more details, or use the following link: https://routesrus.com/bimbo-bakeries-charlotte-nc-nc-90634/ #Ownaroute...
$243,000
Cash Flow: $113,799
30+ Year Old Residential Lawn Maintenance Business
West Palm Beach, FL
34-Year Established Residential and Commercial Lawn Maintenance and Landscaping Company for sale. The company services a very tight route made up of “mow, blow & go” accounts in the West Palm Beach...
$64,000
Cash Flow: $43,911
Established Construction Clean Up and Biowaste Trucking Business
Maricopa County, AZ
Specializing in Construction Site Cleanup, Farm-Dairy Waste Removal, Fertilizer Distribution & Rodeo Arena Prep 24.51 ACRES--REAL ESTATE MUST BE LEASED OR PURCHASED WITH SALE!!! (ADDITIONAL COST)...
$4,900,000
Cash Flow: $993,103
Established Restoration & Remodeling Company Positioned for Growth
$2,000,000
Naperville, IL
Award Winning Estate Sale Business
Memphis, TN
Industry leading, award winning, established service based business wrapped in a retail business model. No inventory, no bricks and mortar and no accounts receivable....
$133,000
Cash Flow: $80,000
Award Winning Hilltop Wedding Venue/key Manager In Place/408k Ebitda
Fort Worth, TX
AWARD WINNING WEDDING VENUE IN ROLLING HILLS IN NORTH TEXAS Highly-rated wedding venue with consistent booking demand. TYPICALLY EVENT DOES 100+ WEDDINGS ANNUALLY. Established in 2014 and...
$2,000,000
Cash Flow: $408,000
Profitable Appliance Repair Business with No Overhead and Low Working
Oakland County, MI
This business offers a simple, straightforward path to success for an owner who’s ready to roll up their sleeves. With no special licensing or formal education required, you can step right in and...
$250,000
Cash Flow: $200,000
Landscaping & Lawncare Company - Illinois & Metro STL
Clayton, MO
Capstone M&A is pleased to exclusively represent CMA110 (the “Company”) in the sale of its business. CMA110 is a successful landscaping and lawncare company with impressive net margins. Widely sought...
$1,250,000
EBITDA: $452,555
Year-round Lakes Region Property Maintenance & Landscaping Business
New Hampshire
This well-established and consistently profitable landscape and property maintenance company serving a desirable area of New Hampshire’s Lakes Region is available for acquisition. This year-round...
$800,000
Cash Flow: $255,652
Bradenton Pool Route for Sale!
Lakewood Ranch, FL
This pool route has $7,635.00 monthly recurring income, with 82 pool accounts established. 82 residential accounts & 0 commercial accounts. Additionally seller may charge extra for parts & minor...
$91,620
1 Flowers Bread Route - Central Kentucky
Kentucky
Get a jumpstart into logistics industry with bread routes! › Weekly Revenue: $10,097 › Listing Ratio: 8:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery system, this opportunity promises...
$76,000
1 Flowers Bread Routes - Northern Kentucky
Kentucky
Own a bread route in a growing city! › Weekly Revenue: $11,132 › Listing Ratio: 7:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery system, this opportunity promises to be a recipe for...
$75,000
Mark Duncan
Prescott Commercial Real Estate
Serving Yavapai County, AZ
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1 Flowers Bread Route - Central Tennessee
Tennessee
Get a jumpstart into logistics industry with bread routes! › Weekly Revenue: $11,321 › Listing Ratio: 6:1 › With a well-established client base and efficient delivery system, this opportunity promises...
$69,000
Turnkey Restaurant & Bar For Sale inside Crown Center for $70,000!!
Kansas City, MO
This independent Restaurant for Sale is a golden opportunity for an owner/operator looking to step into an established business. With solid annual sales of $450,000 and a manageable monthly rent of...
$70,000
Unlock a Lucrative Opportunity in the Auto Repair Industry!
$439,000
Markesan, WI
Thriving High-End Landscaping Company—Excellent Reputation & Growth Po
Port Chester, NY
Established high-end landscaping company serving affluent Port Chester, NY and surrounding Westchester County markets since 2016. This profitable operation generates $880,000 in annual revenue with a...
$400,000
Mission Foods Route For Sale Lake City WA-$90,000
Seattle, WA
Mission Foods Route For Sale Lake City WA-$90,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread #TortillaChips #Wraps...
$90,000
Cash Flow: $87,649
Background Check Services (& SaaS Software) Company Seeks Buye
Company is Redefining Trust in the Global Workforce A U.S. headquartered, angel investors backed HR tech company is transforming how businesses and individuals verify identity, credentials, and trust...
$3,600,000
Vacation Rentals / Property Management
Palm Springs, CA
This is a well-established Vacation Rental & Property Management business located in the greater Palm Springs area, offering a selection of beautiful vacation rentals that cater to every traveler's...
$85,000
Utz Chips Route, Fort Walton Beach, FL
Fort Walton Beach, FL
Utz Potato Chips and Pretzel Route for sale in the Fort Walton Beach, Florida region for $125,000! Company financing available with an estimated $65,000 down. Currently grossing an estimated $313,976...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $45,895
Snyder's-Lance Route, Piscataway, NJ
Piscataway, NJ
Snyder’s-Lance route for sale in the Piscataway, New Jersey region for $425,000! Third-party related financing may be available with an estimated $87,000 down! Currently generating an estimated...
$425,000
Cash Flow: $104,624
Mission's Tortilla Route, Elko, NV
Elko, NV
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Elko, Nevada region for $99,000! Seller financing available with $49,000 down. Currently generating $833,085 in yearly sales and nets $103,468. Distributorship...
$99,000
Cash Flow: $103,468
Buy or Sell a Service Business
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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Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
Popular Service Businesses
Some of the most popular categories include:
- Appliance Repair Businesses
- Architecture and Engineering Firms
- Catering Companies
- Cleaning Businesses
- Commercial Laundry Businesses
- Dry Cleaners
- Funeral Homes
- Landscaping and Yard Service Businesses
- Laundromats and Coin Laundry Businesses
- Locksmith Businesses
- Medical Billing Businesses
- Pest Control Businesses
- Property Management Businesses
- Security Businesses
- Staffing Agencies
- Waste Management and Recycling Businesses
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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