San Diego County, CA
RARE FIND for sale! This established environmental consulting firm represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in a rapidly expanding market sector. With over ten years of continuous operations,...
Service Businesses in CA For Sale
Market Info
Well-Established (10+ years) Environmental Consulting Company
Cash Flow: $172,950
Established Home Renovation and Design Center - SBA Prequalified
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Orange County, CA
Well-established home renovation and design center known for exceptional craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. The business offers a comprehensive range of services, including premium flooring,...
Cash Flow: $427,139
Mission Foods Route For Sale | Sonoma, CA — $129,000
Sonoma, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale | Sonoma, CA — $129,000 Enter CA-52368 at RoutesRUs.com for more details, or use the following link: https://routesrus.com/mission-foods-sonoma-ca-ca-52368/ About the...
Cash Flow: $95,346
Express Employment Professionals Office in Lakewood-Cerritos, CA
Garden Grove, CA
***Inquire for financial performance information*** Here is a turnkey staffing agency opportunity in one of Southern California’s most dynamic labor markets! This Express Employment Professionals...
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Thousand Oaks Pool Service Route for Sale
Ventura County, CA
All well maintained residential pools split in a very manageable service schedule between Thousand Oaks, Moorpark, and Simi Valley. Service technician in place thats alos cleans filters. Client...
Cash Flow: $59,000
Orange Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Business name and phone number are included. Solid rates on this overall very easy route. Service technician is in place that maintains all the pools. Tight, efficient route with a great footprint to...
Cash Flow: $71,000
Mission's Tortilla Route, Clovis, CA
Clovis, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Clovis, California region for $110,000! Currently generating $621,868 in yearly sales and nets $88,244. Distributorship and territory are purchased through...
EBITDA: $88,244
Profitable 20+ Yr Gutter & Window Cleaning Business $107K SDE – Davis
Davis, CA
Profitable Davis-based gutter and window cleaning business serving Yolo County for over 20 years. The business has built a strong local reputation and operates primarily through repeat customers and...
Cash Flow: $107,000
Mission Foods Route For Sale | Escondido, CA — $89,000
Escondido, CA
Mission Foods Route For Sale | Escondido, CA — $89,000 Enter CA-73658 at RoutesRUs.com for more details, or use the following link: https://routesrus.com/mission-foods-escondido-ca-ca-73658/ About the...
Cash Flow: $102,341
Reedley Pool Service Route for Sale
Fresno County, CA
Rare offering on this established, efficient Four Day, route in the Reedley, Kingsburg, and Dinuba area. A tight route with all locations within a 10-mile radius. Profit wise route with 100% of...
Cash Flow: $188,000
Best Option Restoration
Franchise
Available in California
Recession proof and technology proof home based franchise model. National brand with a local impact.
Santa Clarita Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Two service technicians are in place, All areas are pleasant to work in and prime for fast growth. Great pools that are well cared for which has created loyal satisfied customers for over a decade....
Cash Flow: $128,000
Simi Valley Pool Service Route for Sale
Ventura County, CA
Very easy route overall & a very tight route, Excellent area to grow in. Owner has never allowed late payers so clients pay on time. Successful seller will ensure great training. Own your own...
Cash Flow: $50,500
Well Known "559 Pro Landscape" and "Bulk Yard" For Sale in Fresno, CA
$675,000
Fresno, CA
Pool Service Route - San Jose, CA
San Jose, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Nice part time pool route in the San Jose area. This route consists...
Cash Flow: $23,000
Well established (10+ years) Driver's Education School
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
San Diego, CA
Step into a turnkey driver's education business that delivers immediate cash flow and exceptional growth potential in San Diego's thriving market. This 10+ year established operation generates...
Cash Flow: $152,377
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M&A Business Advisors
Serving Sacramento County, CA
M&A Business Advisors is a full-service Business Brokerage and M&A Advisory Firm and the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions. M&A Business Advisors specializes in the CONFIDENTIAL sale of privately owned businesses in a wide range of industries including Manufacturing, Wholesale Distribution, Service, Retail, Health Care, E-Commerce, Software, Construction, Food & Beverage and more. We use proprietary methods and advanced technology to better serve our clients and accomplish their objectives. M&A Business Advisors are highly respected, experienced Advisors who are recognized as some of the top deal makers in the industry. Our Advisors have extensive backgrounds as well as years of experience and knowledge in a wide range of industries. We work as a “Team” to collaborate and share our knowledge and expertise to best represent our clients. Our Advisors hold some of the top designations in the industry including the Certified Business Intermediaries (CBI) designation issued by the International Business Broker Association (IBBA), the Lifetime Certified Business Intermediaries (L-CBI) designation issued by the International Business Broker Association (IBBA), the Merger and Acquisition Master Intermediary (M&AMI) designation issued by M&A Source, the Certified Business Brokers (CBB) designation issued by the California Association of Business Brokers and the BBP – Industry Expert designation. Our Advisors are considered “Influencers” and have been instrumental in improving the standards and ethics within the industry. Our Advisors are actively involved as industry association Presidents, industry association Board Members, industry association Committee Chairs, industry association Instructors as well as contributors to industry publications. Selling or purchasing a business can be a complex, time consuming process. The process involves 100% commitment and a “hands on” approach by the Advisor along with expertise in a wide range of fields such as finance, accounting, commercial leases, understanding contracts and industry dynamics, managing due diligence, negotiations, preparing contracts and more. Our years of experience along with our proprietary process and ability to work as a team to solve complex issues that arise in transactions is what separates us from the competition. Rest assured that when you are working with a M&A Business Advisor, you are working with the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions. Please refer to our website and contact one of our Advisors near you for a complimentary consultation.
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Northern California High-End Home Services Business - Discreet Sale
California
Are you looking for a profitable, low-overhead business with substantial recurring revenue and a loyal customer base? A well-established home services business in a high-demand market is now quietly...
Cash Flow: $250,000
Recession Proof Fire Protection Business
San Dimas, CA
Established profitable and growing full service Fire protection business with over 350 active loyal repeating clients, offers steady adequate income stream and even larger growth potential. The...
B2B Center - Print, Promotional & Marketing Business
Sacramento County, CA
Leading print, marketing & promo provider in Sacramento County. This is a great business to own for families, partnerships and sole proprietors. This center provides print, mail marketing, design and...
Grazing and Catering Business!
Los Angeles County, CA
An established and successfully operating business for approx 8 years - lots of pride of ownership - Specialize in Boards, Grazing & Catering - All appliances, inventory, and supplies included in sale...
High-Margin AI Marketing Agency | 40k+ MRR |Hospitality Based 0% Churn
Palo Alto, CA
This is a lean, high-margin AI-enabled marketing agency focused primarily on hospitality and service-based businesses. The company operates on a streamlined recurring-retainer model, providing paid...
Cash Flow: $56,000
Bio-One
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Bio-One Inc. is the category-leader and first in biohazard and decontamination cleanup services growing quickly to 100+ franchise owners operating 130+ locations in 45 states. Helping people and communities in their greatest times of need, Bio-one answers the call with discretion, care, and compassion.
Established STAR-Certified Smog Shop – Owner-Operator Opportunity
Riverside County, CA
Transworld Business Advisors of the Coachella Valley DRE#02120938 are proud to present this well-establisshed Smog Shop. Established STAR-certified test-only smog station serving the Coachella Valley...
Cash Flow: $101,786
Catering Business for Sale - Weddings, Corporate & Private Events
San Diego County, CA
Profitable catering company specializing in weddings & corporate events I $120K SDE I 70+ events/year I $140K+ booked pipeline I Preferred venue relationships I Low overhead & scalable. Established...
Cash Flow: $120,382
Maid Brigade of Redwood City- includes 3 branded vehicles
$219,000
San Mateo County, CA
$3,382,000 TTM Revenue: Open and Operating Service Franchise Resale
Hayward, CA
We are a leading home services business serving the Hayward market, operating within the recession-resistant property insurance ecosystem. The business combines national insurance program volume with...
Cash Flow: $355,000
Solo-Operator Pest Control Route with Recurring Clients – 10 Year
Yucca Valley, CA
Established in 2015, this is a well-run, one-person pest control operation with a solid base of recurring residential and commercial customers throughout Riverside and San Bernardino Counties. The...
Cash Flow: $46,256
Long standing Profitable Residential & Commercial Landscaping Company
Orange County, CA
This established landscaping company provides a full range of residential and commercial services, including both hardscape and softscape projects. Operating for over a decade, the business has built...
Cash Flow: $210,484
Turnkey Carpet Cleaning & Restoration Biz – 3k Clients, $12K Monthly
Mountain House, CA
Established in 2016, a one man operations, this service business provides professional residential and commercial cleaning and restoration services. The company has built a strong reputation for...
Cash Flow: $130,000
Laundromats
Los Angeles, CA
Laundromat for sale , retiring owner, call for more details....
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Established, Profitable Tree Service business in Northern California
Sutter County, CA
Highly profitable and reputable tree service business with real estate included. Generates over $400,000 SDE and includes office space, shop, storage structures, vehicles, equipment, and a large...
Cash Flow: $537,000
Recession-Resistant Biohazard Remediation Franchise | SBA Ready
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Orange County, CA
Established 24/7 biohazard remediation and specialty cleanup franchise serving an exclusive Orange County territory and surrounding Southern California markets. This essential services business...
Cash Flow: $115,138
Bloomin' Blinds
Franchise
Available in California
This franchise averaged 58% YOY growth DURING the pandemic with quick breakevens + 30% returns! Home-based, quick open & only one employee to start.
Fully Operating Laundromat - Business Opportunity
Compton, CA
Fully operating large laundromat with 33 washers and 26 dryers (13 sets). Waterless water heaters. New card reading system with security wall and new coin change machine for coin operating options. 2...
Cash Flow: $60,000
Two-Location Sign Manufacturing, $2Mil Rev, $256K SDE, SBA Approved
San Diego, CA
This established two-location sign franchise has served the San Diego commercial market for 15+ years, with 90%+ of revenue coming from repeat B2B customers. Both locations operate on a shared P&L,...
Cash Flow: $256,195
Highly Profitable Restoration Business Part of National Franchise
$1,400,000
Northridge, CA
Established Pressure Washing & Facility Services Business – $1.5M+ Ann
Sacramento County, CA
Highly profitable and well-established pressure washing and exterior facility services company for sale. This business generates over $1.5 million in annual revenue with strong recurring commercial,...
Profitable Locksmith Business – Established Granada Hills Shop
Los Angeles, CA
Locations with a 40+ year presence in the same shopping center rarely come available. Established Locksmith Shop for Sale – Granada Hills Rare opportunity to acquire a long-standing locksmith location...
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Aire Serv
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Ranked #1 HVAC/Duct-Cleaning Services franchise by 2026 Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. $1.56M average gross sales!*
Turn-key Preclinical CRO laboratory–San Diego Biotech Hub -10+ Years
San Diego, CA
TURN-KEY PRECLINICAL CRO LABORATORY - SAN DIEGO BIOTECH HUB Established Contract Research Organization offering integrated in vitro and in vivo research services to biotechnology and life sciences...
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Established Dry Cleaning Business
Glendale, CA
Dry Cleaning Business for Sale. Opportunity to own a well- established dry cleaning business that has been serving the community for many years. Located in one of Glendale’s best locations. This...
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28112 Bouquet Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91350
Santa Clarita, CA
Located at 28112 Bouquet Canyon Road in the heart of Santa Clarita, Twisted Kazuyo Sushi presents an exceptional turn-key restaurant opportunity within a highly visible 30,898 SF retail center in...
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High Margin, Low Entry Home Services Franchise - Industry Leader
Thousand Oaks, CA
The Thousand Oaks business is located in a highly desirable and thriving market, and it is part of one of the strongest advertising co-ops in the country (LA co-op). The sale includes two branded...
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Cash Flow: $93,623
Turn-Key Fastest Labs Territories - Richmond & Oakland, CA
Richmond, CA
## **Turnkey B2B Franchise: 2 Exclusive Territories (Richmond & Oakland)** **High-Margin, Low-Overhead Model | Recession-Resistant Industry** **At a Glance:** * **Territories:** 2 Exclusive Zones...
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Jaspal (Jas) Gahunia
Realty Concepts
Serving Fresno County, CA
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N. Hollywood Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Rare small starter route being sold by a successful long-term operator. Very appreciative and loyal customers. Excellent payment histories. High paying customers. Strong, consistent profits come from...
Cash Flow: $57,550
Alpine Pool Service Route for Sale
San Diego County, CA
Excellent starter route with great paying clients. Prime areas for rapid growth. Pools are well maintained by owner. Additional profits from filter cleans, salt cell cleans, Algaecide and phosphate...
Cash Flow: $44,000
Milky Oat: 100% Organic Postpartum Meals—Turnkey Model
$198,000
Santa Cruz County, CA
Dry Cleaners with Alterations
Riverside, CA
Profitable and well-established dry cleaning business located in one of Riverside’s most desirable and fast-growing areas. This modern, spotless, and professionally operated facility sits in a...
Cash Flow: $155,548
Express Employment Professionals in Chino-Upland, CA
Chino, CA
***Inquire for financial performance information*** Considering business ownership in one of Southern California’s most dynamic cities? The Express Employment Professionals staffing agency in...
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PestMaster
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Average Annual Franchise Revenue: $514,024* Own an Award-Winning Pest Control Business with the Flexibility of a Home-Based Office.
Well-Established Business, Installing & Repairing Hardwood Floors
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Orange County, CA
This well-established business is known for specializing in hardwood flooring of all types; Installing hardwood floors and stair systems, primarily in high-end homes throughout coastal cities in and...
Cash Flow: $177,752
Award Winning Landscape Design Firm, In High Demand!
El Dorado County, CA
After operating a successful landscape design operation that employed over 30 personnel with comprehensive infrastructure including office facilities, equipment yard, and fleet operations with a...
Cash Flow: $161,461
Profitable Leadership Training & Consulting Platform | Proprietary IP,
California
The Company is a well-established leadership development and organizational effectiveness firm serving enterprise and institutional clients across multiple industries. It partners with organizations...
Turnkey & Scalable B2B & C Full-Service Marketing & Print Franchise
Los Angeles County, CA
Business Description Nestled in a thriving part of South Bay in LA County is a privileged opportunity to acquire a well-established Profitable & Trusted Brand of business services, print, signage, and...
Cash Flow: $188,835
Trusted Ventura County Fencing Business Primed for Growth
Ventura County, CA
This Ventura County fence and security installation and service company has served the Southern California market since the early 1980's, building a diversified mix of residential and commercial work...
Cash Flow: $479,830
Established Outplacement Business with Steady Repeat Clients
Orange County, CA
This established outplacement and career transition company has been helping laid-off professionals find new roles since 2006. It operates fully remotely, serves clients across the U.S. and...
Cash Flow: $342,702
Dana Point Dry Cleaner w/Plant & Alterations $39K Sales/Mon, $150,000
Dana Point, CA
Excellent opportunity to acquire a long-established dry cleaning business located in the affluent coastal community of Dana Point, CA. The store is situated in a busy shopping center anchored by a...
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Cash Flow: $84,000
Price Reduced! Child Safety Pool Fence No Crew Needed
California
NorCal Child Safety Pool Fence Company - SC2241 Financial Information Asking Price: $274,500 Cash Flow: $140,000 Gross Revenue: $200,000 Down Payment: $274,500 Adjusted EBITDA: $65,000 This Northern...
Cash Flow: $140,000
Established Home Staging Business w Warehouse SBA Pre Qualified
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly reputable and profitable home staging business serving the South Bay area for the past 7 years. The company has built a strong brand and long-standing...
Cash Flow: $185,000
College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving
Franchise
Available in California
College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving® offers a world-class franchise opportunity where you can be in business for yourself, but not by yourself while making a difference in your community!
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 | 442 |
| Asking Price | $350,000 |
| Reported Revenue | $497,399 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $147,000 |
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 | $350,000 | $798,000 |
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 | $262,336 | $83,724 |
| Median | $497,399 | $147,000 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,095,264 | $268,888 |
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 | 0.55 | 1.59 |
| Median | 0.77 | 2.45 |
| Upper Quartile | 1.04 | 3.43 |
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 $350,000, though prices range from under $150,000 to well over $798,000.
How much do Service Businesses owners in California earn?
The median reported revenue of Service Businesses in California is $497,399 and owners earn a median of $147,000, 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 0.55 to 1.04, with a median of 0.77. Earning multiples range from 1.59 to 3.43, with the median at 2.45. This means the typical Service Business in California may ask for around 0.77 times its annual revenue, and 2.45 times its annual owner earnings.
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