Riverside County, CA
Service Businesses For Sale in California
Market Info
TurnKey Trucking Company for Sale
Established Business Brokerage Franchise Opportunity – So. California
San Diego County, CA
2M+ Net Full-Service Laboratory, Great Employees, Contracts, Accounts
Orange County, CA
5 FedEx Linehaul Runs for Sale
Rialto, CA
Profitable General Engineering Company
San Bernardino County, CA
Well Established Law Practice-Turn-Key-Large Client Base!!
San Francisco, CA
Staffing Business in growing upscale market!
Orange County, CA
Established Window & Gutter Cleaning Business – High Recurring Revenue
Santa Clara County, CA
Unique Mail Box Rental and Shipping in South Gate
South Gate, CA
Well Established Independent Mailing & Shipping Store in Fresno,CA
Fresno, CA
Homestretch
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Established Auto Service Business in Orange County, CA
Orange County, CA
Laboratory with Medicare, Medi-Cal, 550K gross
Chatsworth, CA
Laundromat. Passive Income - Arcade, Vending & Laundry Revenue.
Coin Laundry Business for Sale in Stanislaus County
Stanislaus County, CA
OC2103 Premium Wood Restoration Services
Santa Clara County, CA
Mike Nova
Santa Rosa Business & Commercial
Serving Sonoma County, CA
Santa Rosa Business and Commercial has agents and brokers that have leased and sold businesses and commercial property in the North Bay for over 30 years. There is no other firm in the North Bay that has the equivalent depth of experience and local knowledge of the surrounding business community
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$20M+ Large Clinical Laboratory – Full Robotic Automation
California
Mail Box Rental & Shipping in Los Angeles
Los Angeles County, CA
Security Business, Trained Canine (K9) Detection Service
Stanislaus County, CA
Dry Cleaners in Vallejo for sale!
Vallejo, CA
Established Premiere Catering Company with $9 Million Sales
California
Window Genie
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Established Residential and Commercial Painter Franchise
Ventura County, CA
DRY CLEANERS, SELLER MOTIVATED, 2 LOCATIONS-No. CA
Santa Rosa, CA
Robots are here to Stay! Robotics Franchise w/ Massive National Accts!
Established Dry Cleaning Business for Sale – Palmdale, CA
Palmdale, CA
Proj $1.2M EBITDA Tech-Driven Real Estate Brokerage with $700M+ Deals
Santa Clara County, CA
The UPS Store Franchise in Alameda County CA
Alameda County, CA
30 yrs. old clinical lab, PPOs BC, BS, UHC, HealthNet, Medi-Medi
Encino, CA
Established Solar & Battery Installations Business In-House Installers
California
Immigration Law Practice with Steady Client Base – Well Established!
Los Angeles, CA
Established Real Estate Staging Company
Orange County, CA
Mosquito Shield
Franchise
Available in California
Retail Shipping & Business Services Store with Growth Potential
Los Angeles, CA
Recognized as the Top Auto Glass Shop for 2025
Santa Clara County, CA
Red-E-Bins Has Opportunities in Your Area
Cute & Steady Income Agency of Cleaners
San Bernardino County, CA
Mail Box Rental shipping in L.A.
Los Angeles, CA
The Cleaning Authority
Franchise
Available in California
Cannabis Testing Laboratory, ISO Certified, Active in California
California
Dry Cleaning Plant
Diamond Bar, CA
Mail Box rental & shipping in Silver Lake
Los Angeles, CA
Established Medical Transportation Business
Riverside County, CA
Retiring Dry Cleaners in Whittier
Whittier, CA
Tawnya Gilreath
EXP Commercial of California, Inc.
Serving Riverside County, CA
EXP Commercial's Business Advisory division stands as a pioneering specialty group within the expansive umbrella of EXP World Holdings, a publicly traded global entity renowned for its innovative approach to the commercial real estate and business brokerage sectors. As a dedicated broker associate within this esteemed division, our focus is on delivering unparalleled expertise and strategic guidance to clients navigating the complexities of buying, selling, or expanding businesses. Our commitment to excellence, combined with EXP Commercial's cutting-edge technology and global network, ensures our clients not only achieve their immediate objectives but are also positioned for sustained success in the dynamic business landscape. Whether you're looking to acquire a new venture, divest an existing operation, or seek advisory services to elevate your business, our team is equipped to facilitate your goals with precision, integrity, and a personalized approach.
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Recent Price Drop-Motivated Seller, Well-Established
Santa Rosa, CA
Unique Home Lighting Sales and Service - $100k SDE
San Francisco, CA
Pool Business Opportunity – Premium Product, Scalable Local Market
Have it all in Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
Dry Cleaners for sale in Livermore, CA
Livermore, CA
Fleet Clean
Franchise
Available in California
Popular Juice Bar & Event Catering Services
Los Angeles County, CA
Manufacturing Equipment - Electromagnetic Metal Forming (EMF)
San Diego County, CA
Established Mortuary & Cremation Business for Sale in major city
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Los Angeles County, CA
Nationwide Process Server
Los Angeles, CA
Profitable Turnkey 40+ year Printing & Graphics Business
Los Angeles County, CA
Well-established Asphalt Repair Service located in SoCal
Orange County, CA
Laundromat( Coin Laundry) in Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
Opportunity to grow in Inglewood.
Inglewood, CA
Full-Service Engineering Firm for Adventure/Attraction Parks
California
Mosquito Squad Plus
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 | 448 |
| Asking Price | $362,500 |
| Reported Revenue | $525,420 |
| 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 | $362,500 | $893,250 |
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 | $269,935 | $87,005 |
| Median | $525,420 | $156,000 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,231,225 | $300,000 |
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 | 3.46 |
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 $362,500, though prices range from under $150,000 to well over $893,250.
How much do Service Businesses owners in California earn?
The median reported revenue of Service Businesses in California is $525,420 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 0.55 to 1.04, with a median of 0.77. Earning multiples range from 1.59 to 3.46, 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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