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Service Businesses For Sale in California

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Squeegee Squad Franchise Territory – San Jose-Campbell-Milpitas
Start Up

San Jose Franchise Territory with Equipment, Systems & Seller Support This is an opportunity to acquire the remaining San Jose Squeegee Squad franchise territory following the completed sale of the...

$111,000

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$111,000

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San Fernando Valley Pool Service Route for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Great payment histories. Consistent additional profits from filter cleans, salt cell cleans upgrades & repairs. Most pools are easy to maintain. Customers communicate well via email or text. Free...

$109,200

$109,200

Cash Flow: $121,000

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High Margin, Low Entry Home Services, Industry Leader-Motivated Seller

Thousand Oaks, CA

The Thousand Oaks business is located in a highly desirable and thriving market, and it is part of one of the strongest advertising co-ops in the country (LA co-op). The sale includes two branded...

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$198,000

$198,000

Cash Flow: $93,623

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Beverly Hills Pool Service Route for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Long term operator has saved the best for last with above average monthly prices, and loyal, and trusting customers. All of these accounts pay full amount, and on time, Commercial accounts are highly...

$80,400

$80,400

Cash Flow: $74,000

Own All of Orange County — Insulation Franchise Territory | $450K

Orange County, CA

Rare opportunity to control the entire Orange County footprint of a fast-growing, veteran-founded national insulation and building-performance franchise — 3.2M+ residents, ~1.1M households, equivalent...

$450,000

$450,000

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...

$219,000

$219,000

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

Express Employment Professionals in South San Francisco, CA

South San Francisco, CA

* Please inquire for financial performance information * Step into ownership of the well-established Express Employment Professionals staffing agency in South San Francisco, CA, serving one of...

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$95,000

$95,000

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...

$180,000

$180,000

Cash Flow: $80,000

Marin County Flooring Leader — $491k Net | $1.7M Rev

San Rafael, CA

Established in 2002, this premier, full-service flooring showroom and installation business has served affluent Marin County and the North Bay for nearly 25 years. Offering premium carpet, hardwood,...

$998,000

$998,000

Cash Flow: $491,185

Manager-Operated Corporate Catering and Meal-Prep Business

San Francisco, CA

Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: Established San Francisco-based corporate catering and subscription meal-prep business with a long operating history, recognizable...

$325,000

$325,000

Cash Flow: $155,398

Impressive Design/Showroom/Build Business is Now Available

Placer County, CA

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Established in 2004, this premier design-build enterprise operates as a leading provider of custom interior solutions in Humboldt County's robust construction market. The company...

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$269,000

$269,000

Cash Flow: $155,680

Promotional Products & Apparel Business

$150,000 - San Diego County, CA

$150,000

San Diego County, CA

Kaden Hultgren

United Franchise Group

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...

$439,000

$439,000

Cash Flow: $115,138

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Luxury Event Rental + Invitation Company

Santa Fe Springs, CA

Glow Concepts & Tange Designs represent a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established luxury linen rental business with more than two decades of operating history, brand recognition, and...

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$1,350,000

$1,350,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Puneet Sonia

PS Dream Team

Serving San Francisco County, CA

S.J. Fowler Real Estate, Inc. is a leading full-service brokerage based in Arizona, specializing in Commercial, Residential and Business Real Estate throughout Arizona . Founded in 1993 by Steven J. Fowler and affiliated with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, the firm combines decades of local experience with national resources to deliver exceptional results for investors, business owners, and developers. S.J. Fowler’s commercial division focuses on office, retail, industrial, land, and multi-family assets, offering comprehensive acquisition, disposition, leasing, and tenant or landlord representation. In addition, the company provides expert business brokerage services—guiding clients through the purchase, sale, and valuation of businesses with professionalism and discretion. Built on a foundation of integrity, hard work, and market insight, S.J. Fowler Real Estate is committed to helping clients achieve their commercial and business investment goals with confidence and success.

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Established Home Renovation and Design Center – SBA Prequalified

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Orange County, CA

Well-established home renovation and design center known for exceptional craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. The business offers a comprehensive range of services, including premium flooring,...

$1,140,000

$1,140,000

Cash Flow: $312,763

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

FOR SALE: Profitable & Fully Automated Laundromat

Tipton, CA

Well-established, fully automated laundromat serving the communities of Tipton and Pixley, centrally located between Tulare and Earlimart. This is the only laundromat in the area, creating strong and...

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$240,000

$240,000

Established Bay Area Experiential Event Business + Iconic 1974 VW Bus

San Mateo, CA

Own one of the Bay Area's most recognizable mobile event businesses. Tap Truck SF is a turnkey experiential event company built around a beautifully restored 1974 Volkswagen Tap Truck, affectionately...

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$249,000

$249,000

High producing dry cleaners for sale!

Highland, CA

High performing dry cleaners for sale in a popular shopping center with high visibility. This location averages over 230 pieces a day! Here is what is included in the sale : 2 laundry pressing...

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$380,000

$380,000

Cash Flow: $284,400

Profitable Commercial Landscape & Design Platform

San Mateo County, CA

ACT Capital Advisors is pleased to present for acquisition a leading full-service landscape construction, maintenance, irrigation, and outdoor infrastructure contractor serving commercial, municipal,...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $1,140,000

SBA Approved Landscape & Tree Service Company in NorCal - SC2277

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

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...

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$2,250,000

$2,250,000

Cash Flow: $450,000

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

Turnkey & Profitable Burbank Dry Cleaners – Strong Net Income

Burbank, CA

Cricket West Dry Cleaners is a great opportunity to purchase a well-located, full-service dry cleaning plant in Burbank. The business faces limited direct competition in the immediate area. With...

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$450,000

$450,000

California-Based Wholesale Distribution Company | 35+ Years

$20,000,000 - Modesto, CA

$20,000,000

Modesto, CA

Teet Ratsep

Legacy Acquisitions USA

Mission Foods Multi Route Distributorship For Sale | Napa, CA

Napa, CA

Mission Foods Multi Route Distributorship For Sale | Napa, CA — $300,000 About the Route Mission Foods multi route distributorship for sale - $300,000. These territories service portions of Napa CA...

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$300,000

$300,000

Cash Flow: $210,246

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

Profitable, Turnkey Home Services Franchise – Industry Leader

Santa Monica, CA

A rare opportunity to acquire a well-established CertaPro Painters® franchise serving Santa Monica, California. The current owner is retiring after building a highly successful business with an...

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$449,000

$449,000

Cash Flow: $227,565

Tracy Pool Service Route for Sale

Alameda County, CA

Rare, very tight route with loyal, strong paying clientele. Area is prime for growth. Consistent additional profits from filter cleans, upgrades and repairs. Pool draining equipment, extra sweepers...

$128,000

$128,000

Cash Flow: $149,500

Almaden Valley Pool Service Route for Sale

Santa Clara County, CA

Well-seasoned, super-tight route in a high demand area to own and grow massive pool businesses. All the accounts are located within five to ten minutes of each other in Almaden Valley. Most of the...

$116,350

$116,350

Cash Flow: $120,500

Well-Established (10+ years) Environmental Consulting Company

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

San Diego County, CA

RARE FIND for sale! This established environmental consulting firm represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in a rapidly expanding market sector. With over ten years of continuous operations,...

$500,000

$500,000

Cash Flow: $172,950

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

3 Years Established, Open and Operating Home Services Franchise Resale

San Diego, CA

This is an established, open, and operating two-territory franchise resale in the home services space in San Diego. Revenue tripled between the first and second full years of ownership. Our franchise...

$175,000

$175,000

Claw Machine Catering Business FOR SALE! 700% PROFITS *WORK 3DAYS/WEEK

San Jose, CA

I'm selling my side-gig doing Claw Machine Catering for events (weddings, birthdays, corporate, etc.). This has been a great business and money maker with EXTREMELY HIGH PROFIT MARGINS, but it's time...

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$19,000

$19,000

Card Laundromat - Profitable & Fully Attended West Hollywood / LA City

West Hollywood, CA

This West Hollywood Card Laundromat is a modern, attractive, high-revenue operation surrounded by a dense renter population. This business serves a strong local customer base, consistent tourist...

$1,480,000

$1,480,000

EBITDA: $229,464

Established Business Brokerage

$99,000 - San Diego County, CA

$99,000

San Diego County, CA

Judah Dishington

United Franchise Group

LA Based ATM Business - Great Cash Flow & Management in Place

Los Angeles, CA

Listing Details: - Location: Los Angeles, CA - Number of Units: 61 - Terminal Brand: GenMega & Hyosung - Age of Machines: 2-6 years - Established: 2019 For sale: A profitable ATM route consisting of...

$1,100,000

$1,100,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Only Dry Cleaners in Tri-County Area For Sale After 24 Years

Sonora, CA

A female-owned business, Kathy's Miracle Cleaners has been serving the Tuolumne Tri-County area in Northern California for over 20 years. With an lengthy book of business, reputation of quality, and...

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$235,000

$235,000

Mailbox, Shipping Franchise, Low Rent, Short Hours, Seller Financing

Riverside County, CA

This desirable Postal Franchise is located in premium trade area, anchored by a national grocery chain stores on a major busy street, providing subject business with a steady volume of vehicle as well...

$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $59,186

6 FedEx Linehaul Team Runs - Sacramento CA

Sacramento, CA

Imagine stepping into a thriving FedEx Ground Linehaul operation that's already generating steady revenue from six established team runs in Northern California. You'll love the peace of mind that...

$1,950,000

$1,950,000

EBITDA: $540,000

Profitable Estate Planning, Trust and Probate Law Firm

California

Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established single-attorney estate planning, trust administration, and probate law practice serving...

$699,000

$699,000

Cash Flow: $285,701

Engineering, Design, and Consulting Services for the Energy Industry

California

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS The Company is a well-established engineering and consulting firm has been in business 30+ years and serves the energy, utilities, and industrial markets with a long track record...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $482,000

High-Margin AI Marketing Agency | 40k+ MRR |Hospitality Based 0% Churn

Palo Alto, CA

This is a lean, high-margin AI-enabled marketing agency focused primarily on hospitality and service-based businesses. The company operates on a streamlined recurring-retainer model, providing paid...

$115,000

$115,000

Cash Flow: $56,000

Jesse Stopnitzky

Performance Brokerage Services, Inc

Serving Orange County, CA

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Retractable window screens business - no franchise fees

Carmichael, CA

Exclusive dealership opportunity for existing retractable screen business. Work with the manufacturer of Casper Disappearing Screen Systems. Products are sold all over the US and shipped...

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$30,000

$30,000

Stockton Pool Service Route for Sale

San Joaquin County, CA

Long term established, great paying clientele. Pools are all set up so that if you maintain the equipment, the pool maintenance is super smooth. Highly successful seller with provide a wealth of...

$84,000

$84,000

Cash Flow: $95,000

Turnkey Charcuterie Catering Business in Coastal Southern California

$220,000 - San Diego County, CA

$220,000

San Diego County, CA

Robert Moran

United Franchise Group

Dry Cleaners - Agency & Plant

Escondido, CA

Established 1998, this full-service Escondido dry cleaner runs a proven plant-and-agency model with a tenured team and on-site manager. Equipment and vehicles included; leases transferable; delivered...

$320,000

$320,000

Cash Flow: $66,313

Studio City, Pool Service Route for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Route is in very desirable areas that have great growth potential. Route has been established for 45 years. The accounts are all close to each other. (Very tight route.) Two weeks off paid vacation....

$94,800

$94,800

Cash Flow: $108,000

Medical Spa Location & Equipment

Beverly Hills, CA

Turnkey Med Spa Opportunity – Beverly Hills Adjacent Located in a prime Beverly Hills-adjacent area with strong demographics, this beautifully remodeled Medical Spa is situated in a high-traffic...

$45,000

$45,000

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...

$186,500

$186,500

Cash Flow: $53,892

Profitable Pool Service & Installation Business!

Fremont, CA

Profitable Pool Service Route – Diamond Opportunity in the Bay Area! Don’t miss this rare chance to own a well-established residential pool service, installation, & repair business with outstanding...

$240,000

$240,000

High-Volume Mon-Fri Japanese Catering – Exceptional Margins & Scalable

San Mateo County, CA

Founded in 2018 by the current owner after leaving a corporate career, the business was built with a clear mission: provide high-quality, healthy meals to the workforce. Coming from a non-restaurant...

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$675,000

$675,000

Cash Flow: $260,000

Appliance Repair Company for Sale in Los Angeles

Los Angeles County, CA

This award-winning appliance repair company specializes in premium brands, offering residential and commercial repair services through a team of seven independent technicians. Revenue includes...

$650,000

$650,000

Cash Flow: $426,547

Profitable Dumpster Rental Business – San Diego – Turnkey Opportunity

San Diego, CA

The seller is willing to provide transition support to ensure a smooth and successful transition....

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$24,500

$24,500

Cash Flow: $42,000

Camarillo Pool Service Route for Sale

Los Angeles County, CA

Rare & huge upside offering with above average margins created from the wholesale chemical distribution business being operated. Chemcial business creates additional profits on the route due to lower...

$999,000

$999,000

Cash Flow: $293,000

Successful Remodeling Business For Sale. Safe from A.I!

Napa, CA

We are a successful general contracting class b licensed remodeling business in the North Bay Area specifically servicing Napa/Sonoma/Vallejo/Fairfield/Vacaville. We are a small but profitable...

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$215,000

$215,000

Photography Business Serving Preschools and Daycares in the South Bay

Rancho Palos Verdes, CA

Established Photography Business Serving Preschools and Daycares in South Bay This well-established photography business has been successfully serving preschools and daycares across the South Bay area...

$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $37,929

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 Analyzed448
Asking Price$355,000
Reported Revenue$537,326
Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$156,500
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$150,000$355,000$798,750

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$263,584$84,000
Median$537,326$156,500
Upper Quartile$1,224,273$291,529

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 Quartile0.531.54
Median0.762.46
Upper Quartile1.043.41

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 $355,000, though prices range from under $150,000 to well over $798,750.

How much do Service Businesses owners in California earn?

The median reported revenue of Service Businesses in California is $537,326 and owners earn a median of $156,500, 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 0.53 to 1.04, with a median of 0.76. Earning multiples range from 1.54 to 3.41, with the median at 2.46. This means the typical Service Business in California may ask for around 0.76 times its annual revenue, and 2.46 times its annual owner earnings.

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