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Service Businesses in CA For Sale

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Profitable Wellness Studio with Loyal Membership Base!

Berkeley, CA

Opened in 2023 and already hitting its stride, this studio is past the startup phase and running with steady momentum! The business offers premium infrared sauna sessions focused on recovery,...

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$285,000

$285,000

Cash Flow: $122,305

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60+ Year Established Metaphysical & Healing Center – San Diego

San Diego, CA

Rare opportunity to acquire a well-established metaphysical retail and healing center serving the San Diego community since 1963. Located on University Ave near North Park, this business is a...

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$299,000

$299,000

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Coin Laundromat in Sylmar

Sylmar, CA

This coin laundromat in Sylmar, CA is an excellent investment opportunity for both new and experienced operators. After running this location for 20 years, the current owner is retiring, leaving a...

$475,000

$475,000

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Coin Laundromat in Canoga Park

Canoga Park, CA

This coin laundromat in Canoga Park is a best for an experienced owner who is looking to remodel a cash-flow positive location with newer, more efficient equipment. The location, which is being sold...

$115,000

$115,000

Rare 2-Territory Pink's Window Cleaning - Huntington & Long Beach

Long Beach, CA

--> Owner has priced this one to go now! 2-Territory Pink's Window Cleaning franchise in the Long Beach and Huntington Beach areas. The business has been open for right at 1-year and they are close to...

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$114,900

$114,900

Dry Cleaners South Bay Est 20 yrs Owner Retiring

Los Angeles County, CA

Established in 2006, this well-regarded dry cleaning business is located in a highly desirable community and is known for delivering high-quality dry cleaning and alteration services with prompt,...

$240,000

$240,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Mission's Tortilla Route, Lakewood, CA

Lakewood, CA

Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Lakewood, Cerritos, California region for $75,000! Currently generating $409,767 in yearly sales and nets $59,612. Distributorship and territory are purchased...

$75,000

$75,000

EBITDA: $59,612

IAQ Consultants: IAQ Testing, Mitigation, Building Design/Operation

San Francisco, CA

This long-established IAQ consulting firm has built over four decades of expertise assessing/testing air quality in buildings. With proprietary research, inspection/testing protocols, and data...

$750,000

$750,000

Award winning franchise with proven track record of success

Los Angeles, CA

This is an excellent opportunity to purchase this franchise located in San Fernando Valley with over 100 Yelp 5-star reviews. Included in the purchase: exclusive territory with population of 300,000,...

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$41,900

$41,900

Residential/Commercial Pool Construction and Repair Maintenance

Riverside County, CA

Thriving Southern California Pool Construction & Service Business – 28 Years Established A C-53 Swimming Pool Contractor License is required. This well-established swimming pool construction and...

$580,000

$580,000

Cash Flow: $366,280

Established Wedding Cake Catering and Retail Bakery

Costa Mesa, CA

Established Wedding Cake Catering and Retail Bakery - Penelope's Perfections Prime Business Opportunity in Costa Mesa's Trendy SoBeCa District This well-established bakery has been serving Orange...

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$450,000

$450,000

Mission Foods Route for Sale | Vacaville, CA — $105,000 (Sale Pending)

Vacaville, CA

Mission Foods Route for Sale | Vacaville, CA — $105,000 Enter CA-76842 at RoutesRUs.com for more details, or use the following link: https://routesrus.com/mission-foods-vacaville-ca-ca-76842/ About...

$105,000

$105,000

Cash Flow: $97,852

Well Known "559 Pro Landscape" and "Bulk Yard" For Sale in Fresno, CA

$675,000 - Fresno, CA

$675,000

Fresno, CA

Mission's Tortilla Route, Beaumont, CA

Beaumont, CA

Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Beaumont and Banning, California region for $179,000! Currently generating an estimated $702,156 in yearly sales and nets an estimated $106,575....

$179,000

$179,000

EBITDA: $106,575

Pepperidge Farm Snack Route, Torrance, CA

Torrance, CA

Pepperidge Farm Snack route for sale in the Torrance, California area for $700,000. Financing available with an estimated $268,000 down! Currently grossing $609,336 in sales and nets $110,864....

$700,000

$700,000

Cash Flow: $110,864

Bashir Tariq

C21 COMMERCIAL

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

Century 21 Masters | Commercial | Division 15335 Fairfield Ranch Rd, Suite 100 Chino Hills CA 91709 951-269-3000 DIRECTOR: BUSINESS SALES and COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE CALL NOW FOR COMPLIMENTARY ANALYSIS - CONSULTATION and PROFESSIONAL REPRESENTATION

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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

Smog Check, Oil Change Business

SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE

California

This well-established smog check business in Solano County presents an exceptional opportunity for a buyer looking for a profitable, turn-key operation with minimal competition. Generating gross sales...

$698,000

$698,000

Cash Flow: $203,631

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Cybersecurity SaaS Platform with Stable Clients & Growth Runway

San Diego County, CA

A California-based SaaS company offering a patented email encryption platform built for regulated industries where secure communication is mission-critical. Company Overview Founded in 2010, the...

$1,950,000

$1,950,000

Professional Custom Signs

Madera County, CA

Profitable, well-established custom signage and graphics company operating successfully since 1986. The business provides in-house design, fabrication, and professional installation of interior and...

$669,000

$669,000

Cash Flow: $222,933

World Renowned Craft Equipment Manufacturer For The Textile Industry

California

Northern California World Renowned Craft Equipment Manufacturer For The Textile Industry - SC2255 This craft equipment manufacturing business is a Northern California Sub-Chapter S Corporation and has...

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$949,000

$949,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

Turn Key Electronics Contract Manufacture with Huge Potential

San Diego County, CA

Up for acquisition is a well-established, full-service electronics contract manufacturer that delivers comprehensive “turn-key” manufacturing — from PCB assembly and SMT/through-hole board production...

$1,750,000

$1,750,000

Cash Flow: $222,247

Custom Apparel & Merchandising Business

Placer County, CA

To inquire more about this business, please start here: https://tally.so/r/jaQyOR For more than two decades, this business has quietly become a trusted partner to the communities it serves. What began...

$485,000

$485,000

Cash Flow: $202,560

Maid Brigade of Redwood City- includes 3 branded vehicles

$219,000 - San Mateo County, CA

$219,000

San Mateo County, CA

Absentee Carpet & Upholstery Business Established Clients

El Dorado County, CA

Absentee Owned Northern California Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Franchise - Rich Growth Territory! - SC2254 This carpet and upholstery cleaning franchise is a Northern California Limited Liability...

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$59,000

$59,000

FITNESS EQUIPMENT REPAIR and SERVICE COMPANY

Corona, CA

Reputable, Family-Owned Business | 30+ Years in Operation | Southern California *Seller offers $15,000 credit towards closing if closed within 30 days • Established fitness equipment repair and...

$250,000

$250,000

Mission Foods Route For Sale- San Diego CA-$69,000

San Diego, CA

Reduced-Mission Foods Route For Sale- San Diego CA- $69,000 #Ownaroute #Buyaroute #Distributor #Distributorship #IndependentDistributor #MissionRoute #MissionFoodsRoute #Mission #Flatbread...

$69,000

$69,000

Cash Flow: $67,767

Dry Cleaning Agency - Profitable & Short Hours

Riverside County, CA

Well-established dry cleaning agency for sale, offering strong and consistent profitability with convenient, owner-friendly operating hours. The business enjoys a loyal, repeat customer base,...

$95,000

$95,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Profitable Trucking Co.Business With Dedicated Routes

Stockton, CA

ESTABLISHED TRUCKING COMPANY - DEDICATED ROUTES Successful trucking operation established in 2011, offering exceptional profitability and growth potential in the stable transportation industry. This...

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$320,000

$320,000

Cash Flow: $200,000

Established Exterior Cleaning Business – 5-Star Reviews & High-Ticket

Fortuna, CA

Established Exterior Cleaning Business for Sale – Humboldt County, CA Coastal Clean is a well-established, owner-operated exterior cleaning business serving Humboldt County and surrounding areas. The...

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$95,000

$95,000

1 Vending Route - Northern California

California

Enter the industry with a low-cost! › Turnkey opportunity featuring established locations and dependable cash flow! › Low overhead model with minimal staffing required › Simple, scalable operation...

$69,950

$69,950

Cash Flow: $16,480

Promotional, Printing & Marketing Business

Contra Costa County, CA

This is a fantastic opportunity to buy a well established B2B print, promotional, large format and marketing business in Contra Costa County. With a solid foundation and a robust client base, this...

$225,000

$225,000

Out Standing Location With Large Volume

Fresno, CA

This well maintained top of the line coin op laundry has one of the best coin laundries in the area. The laundromat has both full service and self service along with many other items and snacks. The...

$910,000

$910,000

Highly Profitable Restoration Business Part of National Franchise

$1,400,000 - Northridge, CA

$1,400,000

Northridge, CA

Gokul Padmanabhan

Restoration Brokers of America

High-Demand Mobile Service Business Franchise – Turnkey Opportunity

Anaheim, CA

This long-established mobile service business provides custom screen installation and repair throughout an exclusive coastal territory. Operating for over 20 years, it serves a high-density...

$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $10,360

Established Legal Document Assistant Office - 30+ Years - Northern CA

Sacramento County, CA

Established Legal Document Assistant office serving Northern California for over 30 years. Specializing in Living Trusts, property transfers, and related legal services with strong repeat customer...

$165,000

$165,000

Cash Flow: $78,323

Coin Laundromat in Compton

Compton, CA

This coin laundry located in Compton, CA sits in a densely populated area surrounded by apartment buildings. The business has been run by the same owners for over a decade, but they are ready to...

$165,000

$165,000

21 FedEx Ground Routes, Roseville CA

Placer County, CA

Profitable and well-established FedEx P&D (pickup and delivery) routes operating out of the Roseville, California station. The routes are strategically arranged for efficient load sharing and fully...

$2,950,000

$2,950,000

Cash Flow: $821,553

Mainline Security - Established Locksmith & Security Business

San Francisco, CA

Mainline Security - Established Locksmith & Security Business Established in 1971, this profitable and reputable locksmith and security business has built a strong presence in San Francisco's...

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$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $371,000

Lease-Up Corporate Events & Catering Company

California

The Company has produced over 5000 lease-up and residential-retention events and is the most respected event production firm in the luxury apartment world. They offer a multitude of services to the...

$349,000

$349,000

Cash Flow: $208,105

Established West LA Mold Business | 20+ Yrs | Seller Financing

Los Angeles County, CA

Established 20+ year mold inspection and remediation business serving affluent West Los Angeles submarkets. Lean owner-operator model with no real estate, no debt, and zero historical paid advertising...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $38,907

Erik Wiese

Wiese & Associates

Serving San Diego County, CA

Since graduating from Harvard in 1989, Wiese & Associates has been providing outstanding commercial real estate brokerage and management services. We also specialize in business sales with a current emphasis on gas stations, car washes and convenience stores.

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Home Based & SBA Approved Background Investigation Business

California

SBA Approved + Seller Financing Home Based Background Investigations - SC2132 Financial Information Asking Price: $599,000 Cash Flow: $175,000 Gross Revenue: $500,000 Down Payment: $399,000 Financing:...

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$599,000

$599,000

Cash Flow: $175,000

Turnkey Coin-Operated Laundromat – Brand New Construction & Equ

Stanislaus County, CA

Discover a rare chance to step into a fully modern, newly built laundromat located in a high-demand rental community. This coin-operated facility has been open fewer than 90 days, offering the unique...

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$875,000

$875,000

Milky Oat: 100% Organic Postpartum Meals—Turnkey Model

$128,000 - Santa Cruz County, CA

$128,000

Santa Cruz County, CA

Profitable SD Commercial Janitorial Service Franchise

San Diego, CA

This robust commercial janitorial services company, located in San Diego, generates revenue through recurring janitorial contracts for commercial properties, providing services such as daily...

$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $136,000

Mission's Tortilla Route, Moreno Valley, CA

Moreno Valley, CA

Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Moreno Valley, California region for $70,000! Currently generating $504,220 in yearly sales and nets $56,735. Distributorship and territory are purchased...

$70,000

$70,000

EBITDA: $56,735

B2B Ctr - Design & Print Biz - Repeat Client - Central San Diego

San Diego, CA

This is a fantastic opportunity to take over a very well established business in Central San Diego. The business provides print, marketing and design solutions. No experience is necessary. Full...

$200,000

$200,000

Business to Business Ctr - Design & Print Biz - Repeat Client

San Diego County, CA

This is a fantastic opportunity to take over a very well established business in San Diego County. The business provides print, marketing and design solutions. No experience is necessary. Full...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $110,000

Highly Profitable Dry Cleaners Palm Springs

Riverside County, CA

Established for over 50 years, this highly profitable dry cleaning business occupies a prime 1,800 sq. ft. location in a busy plaza at the heart of Palm Springs, offering excellent visibility and easy...

$499,000

$499,000

Cash Flow: $159,000

3 FedEx Linehaul Runs - Southern California

California

Own a small, profitable portfolio of solo runs! › 3 Dedicated Solo Runs › Dedicated runs offer consistent, reliable revenue. › This business would be an excellent opportunity for a hands-on...

$400,000

$400,000

Cash Flow: $128,925

Turnkey 60-Year Dry Cleaner in San Mateo County

San Mateo County, CA

Seller Financing is Available Net $80,000/ year for dry cleaning plant This is a rare opportunity to own a well-established 60 years dry cleaning business in a highly desirable area of San Mateo...

$120,000

$120,000

The UPS Store Franchise in Napa County CA

Napa County, CA

SBA Pre-Qualified! A unique opportunity to acquire a thriving The UPS Store franchise in Napa County California - without all of the initial startup costs and concerns. The 2024 revenues exceeded...

$699,000

$699,000

Cash Flow: $222,102

REDUCED! San Diego’s #1 Video Game Bus Mobile Party Business

San Diego County, CA

This is a turnkey, high-demand entertainment business that brings the fun directly to backyards, schools, parks, and community events. It is San Diego’s most trusted mobile party company with services...

$100,000

$100,000

EBITDA: $30,130

Turnkey Locksmith Business – Profitable, Established & Sale-Ready

Vallejo, CA

Long-established and highly reputable locksmith business with deep roots in the communities of Solano, Sonoma, and Napa Counties. Renowned for its reliability, rapid response times, and expert...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $135,000

Since 1995, Established and Profitable Business Opportunity

Plumas County, CA

Incredible opportunity to live a "less stress lifestyle" in the beautiful California Sierra Mountains and own a well established business that has been a part of the Graeagle community for over 30...

$600,000

$600,000

Cash Flow: $240,000

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 Analyzed448
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 QuartileMedianUpper 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.

BoundRevenueSeller’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.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.551.59
Median0.772.45
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 $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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