Stanislaus County, CA
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to acquire a well-established and reputable Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning company with a loyal customer base and a proven track record of...
Plumbing Businesses For Sale in California
Market Info
Thriving Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning Business for Sale
Cash Flow: $413,000
High-Margin Multifamily Contractor | 2025 $896K SDE | SBA Approved
San Diego County, CA
An opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, dominant commercial general contracting firm. Unlike typical residential remodelers, this business operates exclusively in a high-barrier B2B niche,...
Cash Flow: $842,000
Under LOI! Profitable, Residential Plumbing Company, SBA Prequalified
Santa Clara County, CA
Currently under LOI, still accepting offers. Established, highly-rated residential plumbing service company in the heart of Silicon Valley with strong margins, loyal repeat customers, and clear room...
Cash Flow: $259,000
Lucrative plumbing business for sale
Los Angeles, CA
Licensed since 2016 we provide plumbing and drain cleaning services for residential and commercial customers based in greater los Angeles. We have plumbers living in different areas so that we can...
Cash Flow: $265,000
Design/Build Mechanical & Plumbing Contractor – Established 35 Years
California
Long-established commercial mechanical and plumbing contractor serving industrial, healthcare, and government projects throughout Southern California. The company specializes in plumbing, piping, wet...
EBITDA: $1,448,886
25+ Year Thriving General Contracting Company in Southern California
California
Opportunity to own a reputable and well-established general contracting business in the Inland Empire that has been thriving for over 25 years. This business has an experienced team of over 25...
Cash Flow: $1,405,795
Bay Area Water Conditioning Business For Sale
California
We are offering for sale our San Francisco Bay Area division of a well-established residential water treatment company with 37 years of successful operation. Our business specializes in the sales,...
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Highly Profitable 25+ Year Thriving General Contracting Company
Riverside County, CA
Opportunity to own a reputable and well-established general contracting business in the Inland Empire that has been thriving for over 25 years. This business has an experienced team of over 25...
Cash Flow: $1,405,795
Mr Rooter Culver City territory rights
Asset Sale
Los Angeles, CA
Here’s a professional paragraph you could use when talking to potential buyers: Exclusive Mr. Rooter Plumbing franchise territory rights available for acquisition in the highly desirable West Los...
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5 Star Plumbing Business established 2019
Los Angeles, CA
BlueFrog Plumbing & Drain
Franchise
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Profitable San Diego Plumbing Company – Priced for Prompt Sale
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Escondido, CA
Licensed Plumbing & Whole-Home Repiping
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
El Segundo, CA
Plumbing Contractor Business
Shasta County, CA
Reputable & Established Highly Lucrative Plumbing Company
Laguna Niguel, CA
Established Plumbing Contractor – San Diego County
San Diego, CA
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Malibu, CA
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1-800 WATER DAMAGE
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Fresno, CA
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Rooter and Drain Cleaning Service
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706657 - Rooter & Plumbing Company
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Buy or Sell a Plumbing Business in California
Plumbing businesses listed on BizBuySell include residential and commercial contractors, emergency repair services, drain cleaning companies, septic service providers, and HVAC-plumbing hybrid operations. These businesses are typically service-based, generating revenue through residential service calls, commercial installations, new construction plumbing, after-hours emergency work, and recurring maintenance contracts. Many listings feature licensed technicians, established client bases, fleet vehicles, and specialized equipment. Additional income may come from water heater replacements, repiping projects, fixture installations, and property management accounts. Some operations also include real estate or franchise affiliations—supporting scalability, brand recognition, and long-term value in the plumbing and mechanical services market.
| Market Overview | Listings for Sale (Median) | Total California Market (Average) |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Businesses Analyzed | 19 | 10,750 |
| Asking Price | $697,000 | - |
| Reported Revenue | $1,026,323 | $1,712,271 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $376,509 | $164,813 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| $462,500 | $697,000 | $1,500,000 |
Market Financial Highlights
The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Plumbing Businesses for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue | Seller’s Discretionary Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | $777,527 | $244,720 |
| Median | $1,026,323 | $376,509 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,676,000 | $643,116 |
Valuation Multiples
The valuation multiples listed below are derived from asking price, revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings of Plumbing Businesses listed for sale in California.
| Bound | Revenue Multiple | Earnings Multiple |
|---|---|---|
| Lower Quartile | 0.48 | 1.72 |
| Median | 0.63 | 2.93 |
| Upper Quartile | 0.95 | 3.22 |
FAQ's
How much does it cost to buy a Plumbing Business in California?
The median asking price for an established Plumbing Business in California is $697,000, though prices range from under $462,500 to well over $1,500,000.
How much do Plumbing Businesses owners in California earn?
The median reported revenue of Plumbing Businesses in California is $1,026,323 and owners earn a median of $376,509, which includes the owners salary and any other financial benefits they receive.
How do I value a Plumbing 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 Plumbing Businesses in California, revenue multiples range from 0.48 to 0.95, with a median of 0.63. Earning multiples range from 1.72 to 3.22, with the median at 2.93. This means the typical Plumbing Business in California may ask for around 0.63 times its annual revenue, and 2.93 times its annual owner earnings.
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