San Mateo County, CA
Maid Brigade primarily services homes and select commercial businesses in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties. The franchise is well-established and services over 90 recurring customers on a regular...
EBITDA: $45,000
Cleaning Businesses in CA For Sale
Market Info
Maid Brigade of Redwood City- includes 3 branded vehicles
Window Cleaning Business for Sale - Bay Area, CA. Very Profitable!
Sunnyvale, CA
Window Cleaning Business Squeegee Squad has well established commercial contacts. This territory needs a motivated franchise owner to take them over! If you are looking for a recession resistant...
Cash Flow: $400,000
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9 YearEstablished Oxi Fresh Franchise | 2 Territories | Price Reduced
Torrance, CA
Established Oxi Fresh Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Franchise — 2 Protected Territories | South Bay Los Angeles | 9 Years in Business This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established, highly...
Cash Flow: $50,000
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Work from home running your own cleaning business in Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz County, CA
Established Residential Cleaning Business - Santa Cruz County, CA This profitable home-based cleaning service has been serving the Santa Cruz County community since 1995, building a loyal client base...
Cash Flow: $27,000
Very Profitable window and blind washing business
Antelope, CA
Selling my home-based profitable. "Express Mini-Blind Window Cleaning" business that has been serving Sacramento, Placer, & El Dorado counties for over 35 years. The owner is retiring, creating a rare...
Cash Flow: $160,000
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Window Cleaning Business - Prime Territory in Los Angeles County
Los Angeles County, CA
The Opportunity: Own a piece of a national powerhouse. We are offering a high-potential territory within the Squeegee Squad network one of the nation’s largest and most respected brands in commercial...
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Profitable Turnkey Business-$306k SDE-Seller Financing Available
Salida, CA
PROFITABLE TURNKEY BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS: GUTTER COMPANY - $306K SDE Established in 2022, this thriving building and construction service business in Salida, CA generates $950,000 in annual...
Cash Flow: $306,000
16 Years Established & Operating Home Services Franchise Resale
San Carlos, CA
Our franchise system is a reliable, scalable business that allows franchise owners to develop a loyal clientele that grows week over week, month over month. Our owners take advantage of a recurring...
Established Carpet Cleaning Business
El Cajon, CA
Established carpet cleaning business serving San Diego County with a strong reputation and consistent demand. The business generated approximately $241,000 in gross revenue over the past 12 months...
Cash Flow: $80,000
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
Miracle Method Surface Refinishing
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Average Annual Franchise Revenue: $1,355,173!* Join the #1 Surface Refinishing Brand, ranked by Entrepreneur Magazine!
Profitable, Turnkey Commercial Cleaning & Disinfecting Business
San Diego County, CA
Established commercial cleaning and disinfecting service company with 5 ongoing commercial contracts that generate consistent recurring revenue. The business also provides services to property...
Cash Flow: $53,892
Profitable Restoration Franchise
Glendale, CA
Established and highly profitable restoration and reconstruction franchise operating in the Los Angeles market, specializing in water, fire, storm damage mitigation, full reconstruction, and contents...
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
Scott's Window Cleaning
Sonoma, CA
Scott's Window Cleaning - Established Window Cleaning Business in Sonoma, CA This well-established window cleaning business has been serving the Sonoma County community since 1979, offering a proven...
Established Specialty Fireplace & Chimney Services Business
Los Angeles County, CA
A long-established, profitable specialty retailer and service provider of fireplaces, fireplace inserts, and chimney systems serving homeowners across Pasadena, the San Gabriel Valley, and the broader...
Cash Flow: $65,800
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First Choice Business Brokers-SF Bay
Serving Santa Clara County, CA
As a Franchisee/Broker at First Choice Business Brokers, I help Main Street to Lower-Middle-Market businesses with proven business models and cash flow find strategic exits. I have been active in starting, scaling, and exiting businesses for over 3 decades having successfully facilitated deals across various sectors, including technology, transportation, manufacturing, retail, and franchise sales. First Choice Business Brokers is a Nationwide organization active since 1995 in over 100 markets. We have completed over $12.5 billion in business sales and are ranked as one of the best and fastest growing companies in our segment. Our reach is unprecedented and our agents are the best trained in the business.
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17 Years Established Open and Operating Home Services Franchise Resale
Ventura, CA
This is an open, operating home services franchise resale that was established in Ventura County in 2009. Our franchise model is a reliable, scalable business that enables franchise owners to develop...
Cash Flow: $60,000
Award winning franchise with proven track record of success
Los Angeles, CA
This is an excellent opportunity to purchase this franchise located in San Fernando Valley with over 100 Yelp 5-star reviews. Included in the purchase: exclusive territory with population of 300,000,...
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Established Merry Maids Franchise with Expansive Territory
Ventura County, CA
SUMMARY This established Merry Maids cleaning franchise operates a comprehensive residential cleaning service across an expansive 30 zip-code exclusive territory, serving diverse market segments from...
Cash Flow: $75,000
25 Year Established Window Washing Company
Castaic, CA
BUSINESS OVERVIEW: Dynamite Window Washing has operated in Santa Clarita for 25 years. This is a rare opportunity to purchase a long-established business with a strong reputation and a loyal customer...
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Cash Flow: $100,000
Cleaning business at Bay Area
San Jose, CA
Established Cleaning Franchise Business - Bay Area This is an established cleaning franchise operation affiliated with a well-known national brand, serving the dense San Jose metropolitan area in...
eMaids Residential Cleaning
Franchise
Available in California
Low Initial Investment, Lower Royalties, Large Territory Size, Lifetime Unlimited Support. eMaids provides thriving and highly successful business opportunities for entrepreneurs who would like to start a business in this growing industry!
“Established Grill Cleaning | Price Cut + Seller Financing
California
This Northern California Grill Cleaning Business is a California Limited Liability Company and was started 1 year ago, and has been under the founding ownership since inception. They provide...
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Cash Flow: $75,000
30-Year Janitorial Company | 90%+ Recurring Revenue | Absentee-Ready
Orange County, CA
Established 30-Year Commercial Janitorial Company - Orange County, CA This turnkey commercial janitorial operation represents a rare opportunity to acquire three decades of brand equity and...
Cash Flow: $190,000
Rare 2-Territory Pink's Window Cleaning - Huntington & Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
--> Owner has priced this one to go now! 2-Territory Pink's Window Cleaning franchise in the Long Beach and Huntington Beach areas. The business has been open for right at 1-year and they are close to...
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50% Seller Financing| Absentee-Run Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning SC2254
El Dorado County, CA
Absentee-Run | 50% Seller Financing - Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Business ! - SC2254 This carpet and upholstery cleaning franchise is a Northern California Limited Liability Company and has been in...
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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
Profitable SD Commercial Janitorial Service Franchise
San Diego, CA
This robust commercial janitorial services company, located in San Diego, generates revenue through recurring janitorial contracts for commercial properties, providing services such as daily...
Cash Flow: $136,000
Turnkey 60-Year Dry Cleaner in San Mateo County
San Mateo County, CA
Seller Financing is Available Net $80,000/ year for dry cleaning plant This is a rare opportunity to own a well-established 60 years dry cleaning business in a highly desirable area of San Mateo...
Cleaning Business For Sale - Whole Biz or Clients/Cleaners
San Diego County, CA
Exterior Cleaning Services
Humboldt County, CA
Professional Cleaning Services
Sonoma County, CA
Merry Maids
Franchise
Available in California
Established Exterior Cleaning Business with Recurring Clients
Orange County, CA
Reduced for Quick Sale Home Based Cleaning Business
Los Angeles, CA
Trash Can Cleaning Service with Like new Isuzu Truck
Newport Beach, CA
Coastal Window & Pressure Washing Business
Carlsbad, CA
Turnkey dry cleaner in a High-Income Area with loyal clientele
Redwood City, CA
Blue Kangaroo PACKOUTZ
Franchise
Available Nationwide
For Sale: Carpet Cleaning Franchise (2 So-Cal locations)
Los Angeles County, CA
Commercial Cleaning / Janitorial Business
Santa Clara County, CA
Facilities Management Operation with Recurring Revenue | Greater LA
Los Angeles, CA
Absentee Commercial Janitorial Business | NON-SBA
Orange County, CA
Specialty Cleaning Business – Excellent Profits
San Francisco, CA
Robert Kale
Business Exits Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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Low Overhead, High Margin Chem-Dry Franchise – 2 Territories Included
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Profitable Dry Cleaners in Affulent Beach Location
Orange County, CA
Profitable Dry Cleaning business for Sale
San Mateo County, CA
Turnkey Carpet Cleaning Business – Van, Truckmount & 115 Yelp Reviews
Riverside, CA
(Semi Absentee) Residential Cleaning Business
Santa Clarita, CA
Mint Condition Commercial Cleaning
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Remote Operator San Diego Home Cleaning Business
San Diego, CA
Top Rated, Growing and Profitable Cleaning Business
Big Bear City, CA
High-Growth Gutters Services Franchise | $1.35M Rev | Semi-Absentee
Contra Costa County, CA
Dry Cleaner With Plant - Absentee Owner
Los Angeles, CA
Well Established & Profitable ServiceMaster Franchises S. SF Bay Area.
California
Bio-One
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Buy or Sell a Cleaning Business in California
Cleaning businesses listed for sale on BizBuySell include a broad mix of residential, commercial, and specialty cleaning service companies, including janitorial and office cleaning firms, residential home cleaning services, window and carpet cleaning businesses, pressure washing, restoration and mitigation services (water, fire, mold, biohazard), and niche operators such as solar panel, dryer vent, or kitchen hood cleaning, with many offered as owner operator businesses or established franchises. These businesses typically operate on a service based, contract driven model, generating revenue from recurring service agreements, scheduled residential cleanings, commercial contracts, and project based specialty jobs, often with low fixed overhead and scalable labor. Business buyers look for recession resilient, cash flow oriented businesses where profitability is driven by repeat clients, route density, and efficient staffing.
| Market Overview | Listings for Sale (Median) | Total California Market (Average) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 37 | 4,853 |
| Asking Price | $200,000 | - |
| Reported Revenue | $248,705 | $954,497 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $103,000 | $58,147 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.
For more in-depth sales and profitability data see:
Asking Price
| Lower Quartile | Median | Upper Quartile |
|---|---|---|
| $120,000 | $200,000 | $350,000 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Cleaning Businesses for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $155,750 | $58,473 |
| Median | $248,705 | $103,000 |
| Upper Quartile | $526,971 | $160,723 |
Valuation Multiples
The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Cleaning Businesses listed for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.51 | 1.55 |
| Median | 0.75 | 2.15 |
| Upper Quartile | 1.00 | 2.95 |
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy a Cleaning Business in California?
The median asking price for an established Cleaning Business in California is $200,000, though prices range from under $120,000 to well over $350,000.
How much do Cleaning Businesses owners in California earn?
The median reported revenue of Cleaning Businesses in California is $248,705 and owners earn a median of $103,000, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.
How do I value a Cleaning 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 Cleaning Businesses in California, revenue multiples range from 0.51 to 1.00, with a median of 0.75. Earning multiples range from 1.55 to 2.95, with the median at 2.15. This means the typical Cleaning Business in California may ask for around 0.75 times its annual revenue, and 2.15 times its annual owner earnings.
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