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Service Businesses For Sale in California

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Red-E-Bins Has Opportunities in Your Area
Start Up

Red-E-Bins is a new concept to the North American market of personal and commercial disposal. Our trailer and bins are unique in the way they load and unload as well as dump. We use our industry...

$99,900

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$99,900

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Pool Business Opportunity – Premium Product, Scalable Local Market
Start Up

A Smarter Way to Own a Pool Installation Business Own a high-margin pool installation business in a fast-growing market, with $20K projected profit per project, protected territory, and a streamlined,...

$100,000

6

$100,000

Turnkey San Jose Squeegee Squad Franchise Territory – Truck Included
Start Up

All Setup Complete – Vehicle, Equipment, Territory & Operational Infrastructure This is an opportunity to acquire the remaining San Jose Squeegee Squad franchise territory following the completed sale...

$30,000

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$30,000

Essential Business - Average location $1.49MM Gross w/$423k Return
Start Up

*Essential Business - Average location in 2023 did $1.49MM Gross w/$423k Return *Corporate location in 2023 did over $13.9MM in total gross sales w/estimated earnings of over $2.1MM The need for our...

$49,500

2

$49,500

Fast Growing Locksmith Franchise
Start Up

Available Nationwide We make car keys, (LOTS of car keys) and we are expanding to new markets. We are currently accepting franchisees in all markets. We are a full service locksmith company, our...

$34,000

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$34,000

Real Estate Prep Business - Top Affiliate $2.5MM Gross w/$453k Return
Start Up

Small changes make a big difference. $7,500 franchisee average ticket. Homeowner can increase asking price of home three times what they invest in home prep, so $7,500 in prep can potentially increase...

$59,500

$59,500

Legal Collections
Start Up

Learn every single legal collection technique! You will learn how to garnish wages, freeze bank accounts, repossess cars, place liens on real estate, seize safety deposit boxes, and more! We provide...

$250,000

$250,000

Property Management Business Opportunity
Start Up

Own Your Own Property Management Business Property management is a service business. Experience incredible growth and thrive in a fragmented industry and bring it all together. Residential,...

$59,900

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$59,900

Earn Rental Income Without Owning Real Estate
Start Up

Own your own Airbnb Short-Term Rental Property Management Business We are a Channel Partner of Airbnb, Vrbo, Expedia, Booking .com and numerous other online Marketplace Companies Earn Rental Income...

$70,000

$70,000

Laundromat. Passive Income - Arcade, Vending & Laundry Revenue.
Start Up

First Affiliate-Owned Unit - 2023 total revenue was $868,659 with $235,276 EBITDA (27%). Our laundromat business model will disrupt the growing but archaic laundromat industry by providing customers...

$575,000

$575,000

Rare Opportunity: Prime Territory with the Nation’s Largest Franchise
Start Up

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...

$90,000

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$90,000

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...

$24,900

$24,900

Cash Flow: $23,000

$0 Down Established Pet Service Franchise - take home $2400+

Oakland, CA

Oakland, CA

Award-Caliber Architecture & Plant-Focused Design Business

Alameda County, CA

This opportunity involves a well-established living architecture and interior plant design company operating at the intersection of design, biophilia, and experiential environments. With a decade-long...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $308,800

Cabinet and Flooring Opportunity - Great Cashflow

San Francisco, CA

If you’re looking for a business with significant growth potential, this opportunity delivers. Take ownership of a thriving, high-demand brand that’s fully established and ready to generate results...

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$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Sands Investment Group

Sands Investment Group

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

Sands Investment Group specializes in the buying and selling of investment properties for private institutions and investors nationwide. Our brokers are experts in their product type, from restaurants to retail and everything in between. Our company of distinguished experts in all aspects of investment properties bring a proven track record to the table with over 4,800+ transactions in 48 states and $9.2 Billion in commercial real estate transactions—and counting.

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*Reduced* Mission Foods Route For Sale-San Jose CA-$179,000

San Jose, CA

*Reduced*-Mission Foods Route For Sale-San Jose CA-$179,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread...

$179,000

$179,000

Cash Flow: $125,770

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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$140,000

$140,000

Cash Flow: $100,000

20-Year Central Coast Law Firm | $2.3M Rev | $700K SDE | Owner-Indepen

California

Business Description: This is a rare opportunity to acquire a thriving, owner-independent law firm on California's Central Coast — a market known for its growth, affluence, and consistent demand for...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $697,000

Healthy Snack Vending Machine Route – Inland Empire – Semi-Passive

Loma Linda, CA

11-Machine Healthy Snack Vending Route – Inland Empire – Semi-Passive, Easy to Manage Excellent opportunity to acquire an established healthy snack and drink vending route located in the Inland...

$74,888

$74,888

Established Lawn and Garden Equipment Sales and Service Provider

Riverside County, CA

Established commercial and homeowner lawn equipment sales and repair business with a reputation for quality and service since 1989, is on the market, and is approved for SBA financing. The Company...

$349,500

$349,500

Cash Flow: $217,237

Northern California Based Landscape and Tree Services Company - SC2277

California

This Northern California-based Landscape and Tree Services company is a California Sole Proprietorship and was formed 44 years ago, and has been under the same ownership since inception. They...

$2,250,000

$2,250,000

Cash Flow: $450,000

Licensed Architectural & Engineering Firm - Central Valley

California

Established full-service architectural and engineering firm with decades of operating history and a strong reputation for delivering public and private sector projects throughout California....

$3,800,000

$3,800,000

Cash Flow: $1,570,000

Established Promotional Products & Apparel Business - Low Overhead

$115,000 - Orange County, CA

$115,000

Orange County, CA

Kaden Hultgren

United Franchise Group

Profitable Landscape Installation Business

Placer County, CA

This golden opportunity to acquire a well-established and highly stable 20 year landscape business with a strong, experienced operational structure. The company is known for its cohesive workforce and...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $220,000

Long established catering company for sale

Martinez, CA

Established and highly regarded catering, has turnkey operation, allowing a new owner to open the doors and operate immediately. Centrally located in Contra Costa County. This catering business is a...

$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Buy and/or Manage a Dream Medical Practice over 5000 patients in LA

Los Angeles, CA

This is the perfect opportunity for an entrepreneurial candidate to buy a business that has been a steady and consistent money maker for decades. The current owner is looking to retire due to provable...

$10,000,000

$10,000,000

Successful Home Based Cleaning Business with Reoccurring Clients

Los Angeles, CA

Seize the chance to acquire a successful, home based cleaning business. The business specializes in air duct, dryer vent, mattress, upholstery, carpet, tile, and wood floor cleaning. With zero...

$129,000

$129,000

Cash Flow: $98,000

Sacramento Pool Service Route for Sale

Sacramento County, CA

All are well paying customers, and almost all have pool sweeps. Free basic cleaning tolls and parts on hand. 2004 Pre runner Tacoma available for $5,000. Own your own recession-proof business. Create...

$102,000

$102,000

Cash Flow: $132,000

Turnkey Property Management Firm

Redding, CA

Established Property Management Firm - Turnkey Operation in Redding, CA This well-established property management company, operating since 1998, presents an exceptional opportunity for a broker...

$238,000

$238,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

Pool Service Route - Chino, CA

Chino, CA

JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Easy part time pool service route with lots of growth potential....

$62,796

$62,796

Cash Flow: $65,000

Home Service | Sub 2x Multiple | $265k SDE 2025 | Generous Seller Fin.

Orange County, CA

2025 SDE up significantly - $265k $445k Price... $140K Down | $140K Seller Financing | $165K Revenue-Based Earn Out Key Highlights -Affluent Southern California clientele with strong discretionary...

$445,000

$445,000

Cash Flow: $227,582

Manufacturing & Distribution Business For Sale

San Diego County, CA

Established manufacturing and distribution business serving a broad commercial customer base throughout San Diego County and surrounding areas. The company operates from a dedicated production and...

$3,500,000

$3,500,000

Cash Flow: $1,193,356

Fast-Growing Silicon Valley Spot Repair Franchise–60% y/y growth!

$275,000 - Santa Clara County, CA

$275,000

Santa Clara County, CA

Peter Dayton

First Choice Business Brokers-SF Bay

Specialty Contracting Business 38+ Years,Top Reputation,Niche Services

Alameda County, CA

ESTABLISHED SPECIALTY CONTRACTING BUSINESS - 38+ YEAR TRACK RECORD This Business acquisition opportunity presents a specialty contracting business with 38+ years of continuous operation since 1989,...

$600,000

$600,000

Cash Flow: $301,000

Chinese Restaurant for Sale in Busy Tustin Area Affordable Lease

Tustin, CA

Excellent opportunity to own a well-established Chinese restaurant in Tustin, specializing primarily in takeout and delivery. This turnkey operation has a loyal customer base and is ideal for an...

$245,000

$245,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

Lucrative Vending Machines (Healthier Snacks & Drinks) | Semi-Passive

San Francisco, CA

Lucrative – Semi-Absentee – Healthy Snacks & Drinks Vending Machines Business, covering the greater San Francisco area. Semi-Passive ownership, great margins, and plenty of room to grow. Each machine...

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$135,000

$135,000

Cash Flow: $182,000

Established and Operating 2 Territory Home Services Franchise Resale

Santa Ana, CA

This is an established, open, and operating two-territory franchise resale in the home services space. Our franchise system offers a dynamic opportunity for results-driven entrepreneurs to experience...

$250,000

$250,000

Mission's Tortilla Route, Encinitas, CA

San Diego, CA

Imagine yourself as the owner of a thriving Mission Foods tortilla distribution route in beautiful Encinitas, California! This isn't just any route - you'll be representing one of the most trusted...

$90,000

$90,000

EBITDA: $87,947

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...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $479,830

High-Margin AI Marketing Agency | $40K+ Recurring | Hospitality Niche

Palo Alto, CA

This is a lean, high-margin AI-driven marketing agency serving small-to-mid sized hospitality businesses. The company operates on a simple, subscription-based model, providing ongoing marketing...

$130,000

$130,000

Cash Flow: $56,000

Bryan Gonzales

First Choice Business Brokers San Diego

Serving San Diego County, CA

First Choice Business Brokers was established in 1994 and has had a presence in beautiful San Diego County since 2007. We offer unsurpassed experience and exceptional service that focuses on business brokerage, M & A Advisory and Practice Sales. We provide expertise in business transactions across a variety of industries and transaction sizes of $50,000 to $50 million. With offices across the United States we offer local service with national exposure providing sellers with the largest audience of qualified buyers and we offer buyers the largest inventory of businesses for sale. Let our significantly experienced, highly trained and seasoned professionals assist you in your business venture whether buying or selling. Our passionate team and our comprehensive processes and systems will get the job done! If you’re looking to buy or sell an existing business or franchise, you've come to the right place. We offer regional San Diego knowledge and world class service. When it comes to selling your business, you’ll want to work with a professionally trained, San Diego based business broker associated with a national company.

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Wholesale Flowers to Retail Stores.

Los Angeles County, CA

Established since 2021 this business provides fresh flowers weekly to 29 retail accounts(and growing) around mostly LA County (22 accounts), Orange County (5 Accounts), San Bernardino and Riverside...

$329,000

$329,000

Cash Flow: $211,091

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...

$95,000

$95,000

Automotive Shop - 37+ Years of General Mechanic, Brake & Alignment

$450,000 - San Joaquin County, CA

$450,000

San Joaquin County, CA

Ardeshir Vosooghi

First Choice Business Brokers-SF Bay

Boutique Floral Design Business Serving Weddings & Special Events

Alameda County, CA

Here is a chance to acquire a thriving event floral design company with proven profitability, contracted future revenue, established industry relationships, and momentum from day one. Established...

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$500,000

$500,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Custom Landscape Design and Construction Company

San Luis Obispo County, CA

Custom Landscape Design and Construction Company - California Central Coast Established in 2005, this profitable custom landscape design and construction company serves the beautiful San Luis Obispo...

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$675,000

$675,000

Indoor playground for sale 7.000 sqft price 649.000$

North Hollywood, CA

serious inquires text only (747)244-9474...

$649,000

$649,000

Established Ventura County Design-Build Kitchen & Bath Remodeling Biz

Ventura County, CA

This is an established Ventura County-based design-build remodeling company specializing in high-end kitchen, bathroom, and residential remodeling projects for affluent homeowners throughout Ventura...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $381,000

Chico Pool Service Route for Sale

Butte County, CA

Includes business Name and logo. Seasoned clientele on this perfect starter route. Seller has built a trusting reputation with the customers and has created a solid flow of opportunities to make extra...

$48,600

$48,600

Cash Flow: $38,500

Established Pool and Spa Remodel / Repair

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

California

This pool and spa remodel / repair business has been in operation for 36 years. With a proven track record of success and client satisfaction. The company provides reliable and professional repairs...

$295,000

$295,000

Cash Flow: $88,009

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Purchase Green

Palm Desert, CA

Purchase Green is a well-established artificial grass business located in Palm Desert, California, known for its comprehensive range of services and high-quality products. This full-service company...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $295,091

Brentwood Pool Service Route for Sale

Contra Costa County, CA

Seasoned accounts with many of the pools being built by the seller. Excellent small starter route. Seller will be a great asset to a buyer and can possibly assist the buyer in gaining more accounts....

$31,200

$31,200

Cash Flow: $34,000

$1.2M TTM Revenue Ai Marketing Agency | 76% Profit Margin

Palo Alto, CA

I am seeking a CASH buyer only. No SBA financing. This is intentionally priced and positioned for a fast, clean transaction with a qualified buyer. The valuation is at a near 35-40% discount. Looking...

$1,200,000

$1,200,000

Cash Flow: $892,000

Profitable Landscaping Maintenance & Construction Company

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

El Dorado County, CA

Imagine walking into a landscaping business that's already thriving after 25 years - no sleepless nights wondering if customers will call, because they're already there waiting for you. You'll inherit...

$1,150,000

$1,150,000

Cash Flow: $306,000

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Skin Care with Member Ship

Buena Park, CA

Make sure Buyer Needs 2 Years License 1). gross sales is $75,000 a year 2). Monthly rents $1,700 + Including NNN Has Sub Lease One room $800 A month 3). Lease 1 Years + New Lease 4). size is approx....

$75,000

$75,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

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 Analyzed449
Asking Price$365,000
Reported Revenue$519,000
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$155,614
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$150,000$365,000$893,000

Market Financial Highlights

The financial data presented here is an aggregation of reported revenue and earnings of Service Businesses for sale in California.

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$269,935$87,507
Median$519,000$155,614
Upper Quartile$1,208,485$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.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.551.60
Median0.772.44
Upper Quartile1.043.46

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 $365,000, though prices range from under $150,000 to well over $893,000.

How much do Service Businesses owners in California earn?

The median reported revenue of Service Businesses in California is $519,000 and owners earn a median of $155,614, 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 1.60 to 3.46, with the median at 2.44. This means the typical Service Business in California may ask for around 0.77 times its annual revenue, and 2.44 times its annual owner earnings.

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