Carlsbad, CA
Established PostalAnnex franchise serving an affluent coastal North County trade area from a clean, well-kept 1,100 SF store in a highly active neighborhood center. The business offers multi-carrier...
Service Businesses For Sale in California
Market Info
North County San Diego PostalAnnex , Shipping, Mailbox, Notary, Print
Cash Flow: $63,961
Dry Cleanings business with Plant, Owner Retiring.....
Santa Clara County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and profitable dry-cleaning business in a prime location. The current owner has successfully operated the business for more than 40 years and...
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Cash Flow: $375,000
Profitable Landscape Design and Installation - Ventura County
Ventura County, CA
Established in 1989, this premier landscape design and installation company has built an exceptional reputation over 37 years serving the affluent communities of Ojai Valley, Santa Barbara,...
Cash Flow: $300,000
Turn Key Marin County Catering Business
San Rafael, CA
Established Catering Business in Prime Marin County Location This turnkey catering company presents an excellent opportunity for an entrepreneurial buyer seeking entry into the thriving food service...
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Cash Flow: $55,000
B2B Print, Promo & Marketing Business
Solano County, CA
This is a great opportunity to buy an established B2B service provider in Solano County, CA. The business provides print, marketing and design solutions. No experience is necessary. Full training and...
Commercial Landscape Contractors
Hayward, CA
This long-standing landscape contracting company has served the East Bay of the San Francisco Bay Area for over 50 years. The business has built a strong reputation over decades for reliable service,...
Cash Flow: $1,366,976
Pepperidge Farm Snack Route, Danville, CA
Danville, CA
Pepperidge Farm Snack route for sale in the Danville, California area for $675,000. Financing available with an estimated $228,000 down! Currently grossing $697,268 in sales and nets $123,378....
EBITDA: $123,378
MainPlace Mall Turnkey Jewelry & Watch Service Business
Santa Ana, CA
Turnkey Fast-Fix Jewelry & Watch Repairs location in Santa Ana’s MainPlace Mall with a long operating history, strong customer base, and excellent reputation in a high-traffic regional shopping...
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Cash Flow: $90,000
40-Year Sacramento Appliance Distributor — $974K Pre-Sold Backlog
Sacramento County, CA
Representing a staple of the Sacramento business community, this asset-rich appliance distribution and retail center is available for the first time in approximately 40 years. This is not a...
Cash Flow: $237,976
Coin Laundromat in Sylmar
Sylmar, CA
This coin laundromat in Sylmar, CA is an excellent investment opportunity for both new and experienced operators. After running this location for 20 years, the current owner is retiring, leaving a...
Heaven's Best Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning
Franchise
Available in California
The Heaven's Best franchise organization, consistently ranked in the Top 50 Franchisee Satisfaction Awards, is dedicated to developing and supporting franchised business that provide quality residential and commercial cleaning services. Heaven's Best is a step above the rest. Benefit from unlimited growth potential with this unique, environmentally friendly carpet cleaning franchise. You will benefit from the low royalty fees, exclusive territories, Dry in One Hour cleaning process, training and support.
Dry Cleaners South Bay Est 20 yrs Owner Retiring
Los Angeles County, CA
Established in 2006, this well-regarded dry cleaning business is located in a highly desirable community and is known for delivering high-quality dry cleaning and alteration services with prompt,...
Cash Flow: $120,000
Mission's Tortilla Route, Lakewood, CA
Lakewood, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Lakewood, Cerritos, California region for $59,000! Currently generating $409,767 in yearly sales and nets $59,612. Distributorship and territory are purchased...
EBITDA: $59,612
Established Business Brokerage
$89,000
San Diego County, CA
IAQ Consultants: IAQ Testing, Mitigation, Building Design/Operation
San Francisco, CA
This long-established IAQ consulting firm has built over four decades of expertise assessing/testing air quality in buildings. With proprietary research, inspection/testing protocols, and data...
Residential/Commercial Pool Construction and Repair Maintenance
Riverside County, CA
Thriving Southern California Pool Construction & Service Business – 28 Years Established A C-53 Swimming Pool Contractor License is required. This well-established swimming pool construction and...
Cash Flow: $366,280
Lloyd Silver
BTI Group
Serving Contra Costa County, CA
Business Team, a unit of BTI Group, is the largest independent business brokerage firm in the Western United States specializing in arranging the purchase and sale of privately owned companies. During our third of a century of existence, we have developed both an unmatched depth of experience (an aggregate of several hundred years!) and a vast network of individual, corporate, and investment group buyers. Why Choose Business Team: * Complete confidentiality * Over 70 full-time associates * Willingness to cooperate with other brokers to expand the buyer pool * Full marketing services * No upfront fees * Over 40 years of experience with more than 7,000 businesses sold
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Pepperidge Farm Snack Route, Torrance, CA
Torrance, CA
Pepperidge Farm Snack route for sale in the Torrance, California area for $700,000. Financing available with an estimated $150,000 down! Currently grossing $609,336 in sales and nets $110,864....
EBITDA: $110,864
Professional Custom Signs
Madera County, CA
Profitable, well-established custom signage and graphics company operating successfully since 1986. The business provides in-house design, fabrication, and professional installation of interior and...
Cash Flow: $222,933
World Renowned Craft Equipment Manufacturer For The Textile Industry
California
Northern California World Renowned Craft Equipment Manufacturer For The Textile Industry - SC2255 This craft equipment manufacturing business is a Northern California Sub-Chapter S Corporation and has...
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Cash Flow: $150,000
Turn Key Electronics Contract Manufacture with Huge Potential
San Diego County, CA
Up for acquisition is a well-established, full-service electronics contract manufacturer that delivers comprehensive “turn-key” manufacturing — from PCB assembly and SMT/through-hole board production...
Cash Flow: $222,247
FITNESS EQUIPMENT REPAIR and SERVICE COMPANY
Corona, CA
Fitness Repair Center MUST SELL Make and Offer - Seller has medical issues Reputable, Family-Owned Business | 30+ Years in Operation | Southern California • Established fitness equipment repair and...
Archadeck Outdoor Living
Franchise
Available in California
The Leading Outdoor Living Designer and Builder
Avg. Unit Revenue: $989,768
Dry Cleaning Agency - Profitable & Short Hours
Riverside County, CA
Well-established dry cleaning agency for sale, offering strong and consistent profitability with convenient, owner-friendly operating hours. The business enjoys a loyal, repeat customer base,...
Cash Flow: $60,000
1 Vending Route - Northern California
California
Enter the industry with a low-cost! › Turnkey opportunity featuring established locations and dependable cash flow! › Low overhead model with minimal staffing required › Simple, scalable operation...
Cash Flow: $16,480
Turnkey Charcuterie Catering Business in Coastal Southern California
$220,000
San Diego County, CA
Promotional, Printing & Marketing Business
Contra Costa County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to buy a well established B2B print, promotional, large format and marketing business in Contra Costa County. With a solid foundation and a robust client base, this...
High-Demand Mobile Service Business Franchise – Turnkey Opportunity
Anaheim, CA
This long-established mobile service business provides custom screen installation and repair throughout an exclusive coastal territory. Operating for over 20 years, it serves a high-density...
Cash Flow: $10,360
Coin Laundromat in Compton
Compton, CA
This coin laundry located in Compton, CA sits in a densely populated area surrounded by apartment buildings. The business has been run by the same owners for over a decade, but they are ready to...
Established West LA Mold Business | 22+ Yrs | Seller Financing
Los Angeles County, CA
Established 22-year mold inspection and remediation business serving the affluent submarkets of West Los Angeles. Lean owner-operator model with no real estate, no debt, and zero historical paid...
Cash Flow: $95,632
Turnkey Coin-Operated Laundromat – Brand New Construction & Equ
Stanislaus County, CA
Discover a rare chance to step into a fully modern, newly built laundromat located in a high-demand rental community. This coin-operated facility has been open fewer than 90 days, offering the unique...
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Mission's Tortilla Route, Moreno Valley, CA
Moreno Valley, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Moreno Valley, California region for $75,000! Currently generating $510,484 in yearly sales and nets $58,188. Distributorship and territory are purchased...
EBITDA: $58,188
B2B Ctr - Design & Print Biz - Repeat Client - Central San Diego
San Diego, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to take over a very well established business in Central San Diego. The business provides print, marketing and design solutions. No experience is necessary. Full...
Pacific Lawn Sprinklers
Franchise
Available in California
The leading name in IRRIGATION
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,125,789
Business to Business Ctr - Design & Print Biz - Repeat Client
San Diego County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to take over a very well established business in San Diego County. The business provides print, marketing and design solutions. No experience is necessary. Full...
Cash Flow: $110,000
3 FedEx Linehaul Runs - Southern California
California
Own a small, profitable portfolio of solo runs! › 3 Dedicated Solo Runs › Dedicated runs offer consistent, reliable revenue. › This business would be an excellent opportunity for a hands-on...
Cash Flow: $128,925
Established Promotional Products & Apparel Business - Low Overhead
$115,000
Orange County, CA
Biotech Co. Patents & Medical Device 5% Market Share = $90MM Revenue
Irvine, CA
The Company has proprietary technology that addresses a leading cause of maternal death (76,000) and fetal death (500,000) annually worldwide. 8% of pregnancies in the US and 14% worldwide have...
High Volume Agency with a second address Full Plant and Dry Cleaning
Woodland Hills, CA
Over 20 years in Woodland Hills serving the community with exceptional dry cleaning and laundry services as an agency. This location utilizes their own Plant and Full Service Dry cleaner located in...
Allegra Marketing Print Mail
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Join the Allegra network, a leader in the marketing and print industry since 1977. Our business-to-business model offers turnkey opportunities with limitless revenue streams.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,080,898
Salesforce Consulting Service Company for Sale
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
Mission's Tortilla Route, Central Riverside, CA
Riverside, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Central Riverside, California region for $205,000! Currently generating $772,366 in yearly sales and nets $104,921. Distributorship and territory are purchased...
EBITDA: $104,921
30+ Years Environmental Inspection and Consultation Business
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...
Cash Flow: $101,584
Mission's Tortilla Route, Moreno Valley, CA
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...
Cash Flow: $62,484
B2B Marketing Print, Promo & Marketing Business in the South Bay
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-established and profitable B2B service provider located in Los Angeles County. The business is widely recognized for its exceptional reputation and...
Eon Lew
District Realty Group
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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Roll-Off Dumpster Service Rentals
Monterey County, CA
Perfect for sole proprietor/owner operator, and/or an add-on for an existing business complimentary to this one! Year-round business with minimal seasonal changes. Run your own schedule. This is a...
Cash Flow: $116,961
B2B Marketing Print & Promo & Marketing Business in Five Cities Region
San Luis Obispo County, CA
This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-established and profitable B2B service provider located in San Luis Obispo County. The business is widely recognized for its exceptional reputation...
Established Business Brokerage
$98,000
Shasta County, CA
B2B, Print, Promotional & Marketing Business
Monterey County, CA
This is a rare chance to acquire a well-established, highly profitable B2B service provider with over 50 years of success and a stellar local reputation. Specializing in print, marketing, and design...
Cash Flow: $353,000
Mission's Tortilla Route, Santa Clarita, CA
Los Angeles, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Santa Clarita, California region for $85,000! Currently generating $477,724 in yearly sales and nets $67,080. Distributorship and territory are purchased...
EBITDA: $67,080
Molly Maid
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked as a top Residential Cleaning franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. 91% recurring customers!*
Absentee Owner Concrete Polishing, Water Proofing & Coating - SC2172
California
Absentee Owner Concrete Polishing, Water Proofing and Coating Company - SC2172 Financial Information Asking Price: $849,000 Cash Flow: $316,390 Gross Revenue: $2,406,911 Down Payment: $636,750...
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Cash Flow: $316,390
Grow with this Established Staffing Business in Woodland, CA!
Woodland, CA
Here's your opportunity to join the dynamic staffing and recruiting industry as the franchise owner of a well-established, well-known staffing brand in growing Yolo County! The current owner has...
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San Jose to San Francisco, CA - ATM route for sale
San Jose, CA
33 ATM Locations in the San Francisco Bay area (SJ to SF)- mainly high-end Hotels, making $40,000/yr NET (outside of Gas and time) for sale for $75,000 Buyer must join ACFN ATM franchise program....
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Cash Flow: $40,000
Anaheim, CA - ATM route for sale
Anaheim, CA
8 ATM Locations in the Anaheim, CA area - all high-end Hotels - making $16,000/yr NET (outside of Gas and time) for sale for $31,213 Buyer must join ACFN ATM franchise program. Franchise program...
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Cash Flow: $16,000
San Francisco, CA - ATM route for sale
San Francisco, CA
7 ATM Locations in the San Francisco, CA area - all high-end Hotels, one shopping mall - making $11,000/yr NET (outside of Gas and time) for sale for $20,898 Buyer must join the ACFN ATM franchise...
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Cash Flow: $11,000
Pool Service Route Laguna Niguel, Ca. Nets $38,000 yr potential part
Asset Sale
Laguna Niguel, CA
Established Pool Service Route - Laguna Niguel, California This asset sale presents a well-established pool service route serving premium residential accounts in South Orange County. The route...
Pool Service Route Irvine, Ca. 1 day a week $2,100 mo. recurring+extra
Asset Sale
Irvine, CA
This established pool service route represents a strategic entry opportunity into the multi-billion dollar pool maintenance industry. The asset sale includes an operational route generating $2,100 in...
Start Your Own Successful Flower Shop — The 800rosebig Way
Asset Sale
Newport Beach, CA
FLORAL BUSINESS TRAINING SYSTEM - 800ROSEBIG This asset sale offers a comprehensive floral business training program developed from 58 years of successful flower shop operations in Newport Beach,...
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Turnkey Commercial Kitchen with Rental Income
Asset Sale
Novato, CA
Rare opportunity to acquire a fully equipped, licensed commercial commissary kitchen in Marin County. This turnkey facility provides the infrastructure needed for catering companies, meal-preparation...
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Mac Tools
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Starting your own business. The American dream. The opportunities are endless. And with Mac Tools – you’ll have a built-in support network to help make your dream a reality. With a Mac Tools franchise, we provide everything you need to get on the right path.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $520,010
Buy or Sell a Service Business in California
Service businesses are some of the most commonly listed for sale on BizBuySell, and include a wide range of people and process driven companies that sell expertise or labor rather than physical products. Common businesses are home and commercial services (cleaning, inspections, renovation, HVAC, automotive services), business services (marketing, signage, printing, brokerage, coworking), route based and asset light operations (parking management, entertainment routes), and franchised service brands. These businesses typically operate on contract , project , or recurring service models, generating revenue through service fees, ongoing maintenance agreements, route accounts, memberships, or territory based franchises, often with relatively low inventory requirements and scalable staffing.
| Market Overview | Listings for Sale (Median) |
|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 434 |
| Asking Price | $395,000 |
| Reported Revenue | $557,362 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $158,000 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $150,000 | $395,000 | $848,097 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Service Businesses for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $270,000 | $90,000 |
| Median | $557,362 | $158,000 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,408,479 | $294,033 |
Valuation Multiples
The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Service Businesses listed for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.51 | 1.50 |
| Median | 0.75 | 2.44 |
| Upper Quartile | 1.02 | 3.34 |
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy a Service Business in California?
The median asking price for an established Service Business in California is $395,000, though prices range from under $150,000 to well over $848,097.
How much do Service Businesses owners in California earn?
The median reported revenue of Service Businesses in California is $557,362 and owners earn a median of $158,000, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.
How do I value a Service Business?
Valuing a business is a complex process, but buyers and sellers often turn to the local market to understand how businesses are priced. Based on our most recent analysis of Service Businesses in California, revenue multiples range from 0.51 to 1.02, with a median of 0.75. Earning multiples range from 1.50 to 3.34, with the median at 2.44. This means the typical Service Business in California may ask for around 0.75 times its annual revenue, and 2.44 times its annual owner earnings.
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