Kentucky

Service Businesses For Sale in Kentucky

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18 FedEx P&D Routes - Southern Kentucky

Kentucky

Own a profitable, rural operation with a strong management team! › 26 Trucks › 3 Managers › Rural territories offer easy routes for drivers and lower than average turnover. › Three managers on staff...

$2,300,000

Cash Flow: $576,452

$2,300,000

Cash Flow: $576,452

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Established Business Brokerage Territory

Calloway County, KY

This is an opportunity to acquire an established business brokerage and advisory territory operating under a nationally recognized franchise system in Calloway County, Kentucky. The business offers...

$91,000

$91,000

8 Bread Routes - Central Kentucky

Kentucky

The sale includes 14 vehicles valued at approximately $410,500. › Listing Ratio: 16:1 › Weekly Revenue: $92,308 › Active Accounts: 107 › Managers: 1 › Perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs or seasoned...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Consulting Engineering and Surveying Services

Kentucky

49-year-old Kentucky-based consulting engineering and land surveying business for sale that boasts a 40%-50% repeat business rate. Developers and Other Clients value their Land Planning Services,...

$600,000

Cash Flow: $243,187

$600,000

Cash Flow: $243,187

Start-upProperty Management Business Opportunity

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

Start-up
Start-upRichard's Painting, Your Neighborhood Painter

If you are looking for a low cost - high return business, then look no further than Richard's Painting. With our employee model we outperform most other painting franchises in ROI department. We are...

$39,950

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$39,950

Start-up
Start-up2 Truck fleet nets 6k-10k Monthly

OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS Semi-Truck Line Haul Business Opportunity – Fully Managed & Absentee Pricing • $150,000 – 2 Semi-Truck Routes • $75,000 – 1 Semi-Truck Route Financing Options • No SBA • 3rd-party...

$75,000

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$75,000

Start-up
Start-upStart an Airbnb Short-Term Rental Business with $10,500 Down

If you have $10,500 and Good Credit you can 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...

$70,000

$70,000

Start-up
Start-upLaundromat. Passive Income - Arcade, Vending & Laundry Revenue.

Average Annual Gross Sales $537,787 with average $120k return Our laundromat business model will disrupt the growing but archaic laundromat industry by providing customers with a tech-centric customer...

$475,000

$475,000

Start-up
Start-upEssential Business - Average location $1.49MM Gross w/$423k Return

*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

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$49,500

Start-up
Start-upAverage location $2.2MM w/$422k Return. Cabinet & Countertop Business.

We do the cold calling for you. We generate leads using our well trained call center. As soon as someone gets a building permit approve, we call to congratulate them and set an appointment. We run a...

$59,500

$59,500

Start-up
Start-upLaundromat. Passive Income - Arcade, Vending & Laundry Revenue.

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

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

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

Start-up
Start-upNOT another laundromat Laundry Business Opportunity!

“If you are viewing this ad, you must have thought of operating a laundromat in some capacity. I know because I was in your shoes. Searching online at multiple businesses for sale websites to takeover...

$29,000

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$29,000

Start-up
Start-upRed-E-Bins Has Opportunities in Your Area

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

Start-up

Karen Managing Director, TN Business Brokers

TN Business Brokers Group, LLC

Serving Jefferson County, KY

Business Sales, Mergers & Acquisitions in the Southeast USA Commercial Real Estate Services We are affiliated with the largest full-service intermediary firm in multiple mid-south states, offering exit strategies to privately held business owners. From Main Street sales and mid-market transactions, to high-level mergers and acquisitions, we employ decades of collective experience in corporate practice and as brokers, and we observe the highest professional standards in our industry. Our buyers are sourced across the entire U.S.A. and include individual buyers, strategic buyers, investors and a variety of Private Equity Groups. Additionally, we focus on process and this consistent process together with a high level of confidentiality and professionalism is what draws the best privately owned business owners and executives to choose us to represent this most important decision in their lives. We are skilled and experienced in handling all types of industries including manufacturing, medical, healthcare, eCommerce, retail, restaurants, transportation, publishing, construction, engineering, financial services, sales and others.

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Start-upFast Growing Locksmith Franchise

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

Start-up
Start-up35 Year Proven System With A Franchise Guarantee

After 25 years of owning a successful painting and handyman company, I was ready to show people with no prior experience can also hold a successful business! We have painted at the Smithsonian,...

$47,000

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$47,000

Start-up
Start-upLegal Collections

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

Start-up
Start-upHigh Revenue - Low Startup Cost Landscape Service Management Company!

LawnValue Franchise - Landscape Service Management Opportunity Franchise Overview: Established in 2019, LawnValue represents a proven franchise opportunity in the rapidly growing landscape service...

$40,000

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$40,000

Start-up
Construction Service Business for Sale – Easy to Operate

Louisville, KY

For nearly two decades, this well-established construction service and remodeling firm has earned a strong reputation for delivering high-quality workmanship, dependable service, and professional...

$649,000

$649,000

Cash Flow: $170,704

Lucrative B2B Route Business w/ Recurring Revenue

Lexington, KY

This profitable B2B service helps businesses cut costs and reduce their environmental impact. Operating across two protected territories in the Lexington and Frankfort areas, it uses mobile compaction...

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$790,000

$790,000

Cash Flow: $241,320

Express Employment Professionals in Georgetown, KY

Georgetown, KY

***Inquire for financial performance information*** Step into business ownership with a fully operational Express Employment Professionals staffing agency in Georgetown, Kentucky. Strategically...

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$100,000

$100,000

Express Employment Professionals in Mayfield, KY

Mayfield, KY

Step into ownership with Express Employment Professionals in Mayfield, Kentucky— a key workforce hub in Western Kentucky. This resale location offers the rare advantage of a well-established brand...

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$75,000

$75,000

Cashflowing Coin Laundromat for Sale

Lexington, KY

Turn-Key Coin Laundromat for Sale – Fully Equipped & Recently Upgraded Excellent opportunity to own a fully operational, turn-key coin laundromat. This business comes complete with all equipment...

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$250,000

$250,000

21 FedEx P&D Routes - Northern Kentucky

Kentucky

Own a profitable, low-mileage operation with a full-time manager! › 19 Trucks › 1 Manager › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Full-time manager on staff to handle the daily operational...

$1,700,000

$1,700,000

Cash Flow: $400,056

Profitable Recurring Janitorial Service Contracts $60K Cash Flow

Bullitt County, KY

Owner currently averages 10-15 hours per week working on the business. Established commercial janitorial services business operating across Kentucky and Southern Indiana with approximately $20,000 in...

$100,000

$100,000

Cash Flow: $60,000

Prime Home Service Business for Sale - High Growth Potential.

Lexington, KY

This is a rare opportunity to own a thriving home service franchise in Lexington, KY. Run part-time by the current owner who handles sales and admin, it’s supported by a small team that delivers...

$750,000

$750,000

Cash Flow: $277,716

ServiceMaster Clean Franchise

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Louisville, KY

Rare opportunity to acquire a highly profitable ServiceMaster Clean franchise with one of the strongest territories in Louisville. This turnkey operation services a premium area covering Downtown, the...

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$650,000

$650,000

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Commercial & Residential Window Covering Companies

Lexington, KY

Working tandemly since 1976, these Commercial & Residential Window Covering Companies provide and install shades, blinds, stage curtains, cubicle curtains (such as those found in hospitals), and other...

$529,000

$529,000

Cash Flow: $372,079

Essential Home Services – 5 Streams of Revenue

Lexington, KY

Veteran Owned, Eco-Friendly, Insulation Company! Included with the business: All licensing, one fully wrapped and equipped truck, all safety and specialized equipment, and contracts with vendors....

$235,000

$235,000

EBITDA: $215,000

Landscape Design and Installation

Louisville, KY

The company is a full-service landscape architecture and design-build firm providing a complete suite of outdoor solutions. The firm was established by an entrepreneur with nearly two decades of prior...

$1,700,000

$1,700,000

Cash Flow: $503,938

24 FedEx P&D Routes - Southern Kentucky

Kentucky

Own a low-mileage operation with a strong management team! › 3 Managers › 31 Trucks › Low mileage operation with low stem miles. › Full-time manager and mechanic on staff to handle the daily...

$915,000

$915,000

Cash Flow: $229,273

Louisville - Semi-absentee | Niche, Unique, Moving business!

Louisville, KY

We focus on making moving a better experience for the customer! We bring a silly, lighthearted, and fun attitude to the moving business. We give the customer dinner the night before! We have even been...

$170,000

$170,000

Cash Flow: $168,400

14 FedEx P&D Routes - Northern Kentucky

Kentucky

Own a profitable operation with a full-time manager! › 17 Trucks › 2 Managers › Rural territories offer easy routes for drivers and lower than average turnover. › Full-time manager on staff to handle...

$995,000

$995,000

Cash Flow: $271,736

Flowers Bread Route, Dry Ridge, KY

Dry Ridge, KY

Flowers Bread Route distributorship for sale in the Dry Ridge, Kentucky region for $93,000! Company related financing available with an estimated $20,000 down. In addition, a 10% cash reserve of the...

$93,000

$93,000

Cash Flow: $97,604

Land Clearing & Tree Service Company - Louisville KY

Louisville, KY

30+ year established land clearing and tree service business. Award winning regionally recognized company. Multiple existing commercial contracts and long term customer base. Positive cash flow,...

$8,000,000

$8,000,000

Louisville, KY - French Lick, IN - ATM route for sale

Louisville, KY

10 ATM Locations in the Louisville, KY, and French Lick, IN areas - Mainly high-end Hotels and resorts, making $34,000/yr NET (outside of Gas and time) for sale for $58,288 Buyer must join the ACFN...

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$58,288

$58,288

Cash Flow: $34,000

Start-upJoin the Booming Permanent Lighting Industry with Inception Lighting

Inception Lighting—Your Gateway to a Six-Figure, Year-Round Business Join Inception Lighting, a leader in commercial and residential permanent lighting applications, and become part of an industry...

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$749

Start-up

$749

Start-upAll electric equipment and Van, Lawn Care Services run by Solar

FRANCHISE for the EB1c Green Card $395,00 FRANCHISE. A great opportunity to join the Green Movement in Lawn care. All equipment is electric so the customers are very happy with the reduction in noise...

$395,000

Start-up

$395,000

Start-upLow Investment, Low Overhead, Recurring Revenue Model

In 2015, Farmer’s Insurance ran a Superbowl commercial highlighting the dangers of clogged dryer vents. Overnight, a little known service industry boomed as million of people realized they had never...

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$89,000

Start-up

$89,000

Mike CBI

MGL Business Solutions, LLC.

Serving Boone County, KY

Certified Business Intermediary Licensed Business Broker Business Development Advisor Estate Planning Team

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Café & Catering Business – Decades of Proven Profitable Track Record

Louisville, KY

This well-established café and catering business has been a beloved staple in the community for decades. Known for its delicious lunch and catering offerings, the business boasts a loyal customer base...

$449,000

$449,000

Cash Flow: $146,528

Property Management Business: Licensed and Insured

Louisville, KY

This established property management firm works with mostly investors who don’t have the time to manage their own portfolios of properties. The new owner will not need prior experience and not need...

$189,899

$189,899

Cash Flow: $136,700

Laundry Pick Up & Delivery Service with Recurring Revenue

Louisville, KY

Owner-operated pickup-and-delivery laundry service serving residential and commercial customers in the Louisville, Kentucky and Southern Indiana area. The company provides wash-and-fold and...

$250,000

$250,000

Cash Flow: $114,153

Swimming Pool Services Company– Home Based, Recurring Revenue

Louisville, KY

This profitable swimming pool services business is for sale and includes professionally wrapped, leased work vehicles. This business is operated using our cell phones. The sale includes a highly...

$235,100

$235,100

Cash Flow: $163,400

Mechanical, Electrical, & Plumbing Engineering Firm

Kentucky

The Company is a prominent national firm specializing in mechanical, plumbing, and electrical engineering. It focuses on small franchise and retail stores, car dealerships, and storage/warehouse...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

EBITDA: $397,000

Established temporary staffing company in Central Kentucky

Georgetown, KY

Great opportunity for someone looking to become an entrepreneur and run their own business. The temporary staffing industry is a tried and true model that can sustain itself during the ups and down of...

$100,000

$100,000

Non-Medical Home Support Services Business

Louisville, KY

Opportunity to acquire a home services business focused on providing non-medical assistance that helps individuals remain comfortable and independent in their own homes. The business provides reliable...

$128,900

$128,900

Cash Flow: $124,616

Event Rental Featuring Large Selection of Rental Items

Kentucky

Large selection of event rental items from tents, tables, chairs, inflatables, linens, concession equipment, dinnerware, meal service, dance floors and games. Delivery and installation is also...

$741,700

$741,700

Cash Flow: $140,751

Dynamic Digital Advertising Firm In Louisville

Louisville, KY

This turn-key business sells social media marketing ,traditional advertising and search engine optimization as well as a full suite of business support products .The sale price includes a large...

$110,000

$110,000

Cash Flow: $94,700

Long Tenured Licensed Pest Control and Home Inspection Service

Kentucky

Pest Control, Home Inspections & Crawl Space Health Located in the Upper South- Full service pest control company serving commercial and residential properties with state of the art processes and...

$425,000

$425,000

Cash Flow: $118,609

Buy or Sell a Service Business in Kentucky
Market OverviewListed for Sale
Number of Businesses Analyzed37
Median Asking Price$449,000
Median Reported Revenue$712,224
Median Reported Seller's Discretionary Earnings$180,000
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings.

Asking Price

Lower QuartileMedianUpper Quartile
$200,000$449,000$799,900

Market Financial Highlights

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

BoundRevenueSeller’s Discretionary Earnings
Lower Quartile$456,131$116,381
Median$712,224$180,000
Upper Quartile$1,813,442$274,726

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 Kentucky.

BoundRevenue MultipleEarnings Multiple
Lower Quartile0.351.40
Median0.652.33
Upper Quartile1.143.78
Find out what these types of businesses actually sell for with a BizBuySell Valuation Report

FAQ's

How much does it cost to buy a Service Business in Kentucky?

The median asking price for an established Service Business in Kentucky is $449,000, though prices range from under $200,000 to well over $799,900.

How much do Service Businesses owners in Kentucky earn?

The median reported revenue of Service Businesses in Kentucky is $712,224 and owners earn a median of $180,000, 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 Kentucky, revenue multiples range from 0.35 to 1.14, with a median of 0.65. Earning multiples range from 1.40 to 3.78, with the median at 2.33. This means the typical Service Business in Kentucky may ask for around 0.65 times its annual revenue, and 2.33 times its annual owner earnings.

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