Sacramento County, CA
Service Businesses For Sale in California
Market Info
Reputable, Established HVAC & Refrigeration Business
Hi Volume Dry Cleaner in Arcadia
Arcadia, CA
Wilmington Property Damage & Restoration Company
Fremont, CA
Orange Pool Service Route for Sale
Orange County, CA
Absentee Commercial Janitorial Business | NON-SBA
Orange County, CA
20 yr Established Dry Cleaners
Azusa, CA
General Contractor - Remodeling, Additions & Repairs
California
Dry Cleaners 45 Years Loyal Customer Base
Orange County, CA
Architecture Firm with specialty in Schools and Churches
Los Angeles, CA
Landscaping and Maintenance
San Diego County, CA
Footprints Floors
Franchise
Available in California
Palmdale Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
La Plaza Shoe Repair
Palm Springs, CA
Profitable Property Management Business with Real Estate Portfolio
$745,000
Tulare County, CA
Mail Box Rental & Shipping in Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
Fully Operated Laundromat - Business Opportunity
Lakewood, CA
Steve Sharp, CBB, CBI
Sharp Business Brokers
Serving San Diego County, CA
Sharp Business Brokers is a full-service business brokerage agency specializing in the sale of businesses across a wide range of industries, including Service, Retail, Restaurants, Salons, Manufacturing, Transportation, Construction, Med Spas, Distribution, E-commerce, and Franchises. With a team of experienced agents, we provide business owners with expert guidance through every stage of the selling process, ensuring a seamless transition. Founded by Steve Sharp, a Certified Business Broker, Sharp Business Brokers was built on the principles of VALUE & SERVICE from start to finish. Steve has been selling businesses professionally since 2007 and has personally owned multiple businesses, including service, retail, wholesale distribution, and an online marketing agency. His hands-on experience with cash flow management, lease negotiations, employee challenges, and business growth gives Sharp Business Brokers a unique edge in understanding and addressing the needs of business owners. Whether you're looking to sell or buy a business, our team is committed to delivering expert guidance, strategic marketing, and strong negotiation to help you achieve your goals. Let Sharp Business Brokers put our experience to work for you!
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Dry Cleaner Agency near Corona
Eastvale, CA
Dry Cleaner Plant In LA - Employee Run
Los Angeles, CA
Highly Profitable Dry Cleaners | SDE $142K+ | Asking $350K | Prime OC
Newport Beach, CA
San Fernando Starter
San Fernando, CA
Remodeled beauty in dense Compton location
Compton, CA
TemperaturePro Heating, Air Conditioning Services and Indoor Air Quality Services
Franchise
Available in California
Real Estate Photography, 3D, Drone & SaaS Platform Business — Bay Area
Alameda County, CA
Dry Cleaner Agency-Revenue Increased $4k Per Month 2026
Alameda County, CA
9 YearEstablished Oxi Fresh Franchise | 2 Territories | Price Reduced
$97,000
Torrance, CA
Specialty Cleaning Business – Excellent Profits
San Francisco, CA
Established High-End Landscaping Company
San Bernardino County, CA
Established Laundromat 30 Years in Operation
San Jose, CA
Lucrative Established Landscaping Business For Sale!
Kelseyville, CA
Dry Cleaner in West Hills
West Hills, CA
Simple Coin Laundry as Absentee Owner's Run For Sale in Oakland
Oakland, CA
FedEx Ground Routes – 9 Routes Available in Fairfield
Fairfield, CA
1-800-STRIPER
Franchise
Available in California
25 years established Landscaping business for sale in Sacramento
Sacramento, CA
Med Spa - Established over 15 years! San Gabriel Valley
Duarte, CA
$0 Down Established Pet Service Franchise - take home $2400+
Oakland, CA
Corporate Catering Business with 300+ Recurring Clients
Orange County, CA
Well-Established Landscaping & Maintenance Business for Sale
California
PestMaster
Franchise
Available Nationwide
$6M Los Angeles County Clinical Laboratory
Los Angeles County, CA
Remodeling & Repair Company Specializing in Manufactured Homes
California
High Profit Making HVAC Business in Southern California
Camarillo, CA
Under Contract - Kern County Medical Transport Service
Bakersfield, CA
Estate Planning Office in Norco California
Norco, CA
Rolf Danryd
Griffin Business Brokers, Inc.
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
At Griffin Business Brokers, Inc., we specialize in helping business owners successfully transition out of their companies by finding the right, qualified buyer and guiding the transaction from start to finish.
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Elite Silicon Valley Locksmith & Door Hardware Authority
Santa Clara County, CA
Very Comfortable Dry Cleaners next to Super Market
Huntington Beach, CA
Work from home running your own cleaning business in Santa Cruz, CA
$78,500
Santa Cruz County, CA
Low Overhead, High Margin Chem-Dry Franchise – 2 Territories Included
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
Optimal opportunity in the heart of the San Fernando Valley
Panorama City, CA
Conserva Irrigation
Franchise
Available in California
1.67m Adj EBITDA (2yr Av.) Electrical Trades Business + SBA Approved
La Jolla, CA
International Construction Firm Specializing in Unique Projects
California
15 + Years Established Dry Cleaner's
Azusa, CA
Rare 2-Territory Pink's Window Cleaning - Huntington & Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
Morongo Valley Pool Service Route for Sale
San Bernardino County, CA
Profitable Dry Cleaners in Affulent Beach Location
Orange County, CA
Remote California-based Immigration Law Firm for Sale
Dana Point, CA
The UPS Store Franchise near Monterey County California
California
Bay Area design-build landscape company with turnkey operations
Contra Costa County, CA
PlumbingPro
Franchise
Available in California
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 | 450 |
| Asking Price | $350,000 |
| Reported Revenue | $541,386 |
| Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings | $156,000 |
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 | $826,500 |
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 | $260,000 | $84,000 |
| Median | $541,386 | $156,000 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,283,117 | $292,510 |
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 | 1.53 |
| Median | 0.75 | 2.46 |
| Upper Quartile | 1.04 | 3.41 |
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 $826,500.
How much do Service Businesses owners in California earn?
The median reported revenue of Service Businesses in California is $541,386 and owners earn a median of $156,000, 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 1.04, with a median of 0.75. Earning multiples range from 1.53 to 3.41, with the median at 2.46. This means the typical Service Business in California may ask for around 0.75 times its annual revenue, and 2.46 times its annual owner earnings.
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