Start Up
Imagine owning the rights to a gas station brand on the busiest corner in your market. With our business model, you're not limited to one corner, you can own the entire town. Deciding where your...
Service Businesses For Sale in California
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Electric Vehicle Charging Station - No Employees & Passive Income
Turn Weekends Into Cash. Party Rental Business. Passive Income.
Start Up
Own an Inflatable Party & Event Rental Business. Turn celebrations into profits with a business that brings fun to: • Birthdays • Schools • Churches • Festivals • Community events With bounce houses,...
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...
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Laundromat. Passive Income - Arcade, Vending & Laundry Revenue.
Start Up
Top 50% of Locations - Average $680k gross w/$162k EBITDA (24%) Our laundromat business model will disrupt the growing but archaic laundromat industry by providing customers with a tech-centric...
Robots are here to Stay! Robotics Franchise w/ Massive National Accts!
Start Up
B2B Robotics Raking in National Account Contracts! Robotics & AI Franchise Opportunity: The Future of Automation is Here! As Featured On: CNBC, Forbes TV, Fox Business, and more! **Validation Alert!...
High-Profit Fiberglass Pool Business Opportunity
Start Up
A Smarter Way to Own a Pool Installation Business Own a high-margin pool installation business in a fast-growing market, with strong margin opportunity, protected territory, and a streamlined,...
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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...
Cash Flow: $306,000
Sweet Chico Candy and Gelato
Chico, CA
SWEET CHICO – ESTABLISHED BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY IN CHICO! Located in the heart of downtown, Sweet Chico Confections is wonderful opportunity to own an established and beloved Chico business! Sweet...
High-End Beauty Business with 20 Suites Already Rented
San Ramon, CA
Step into a high-end beauty and wellness business with 20 established tenants, recurring rental revenue, and 10 additional suites ready to fill. The space is fully built out, giving a new owner...
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Profitable, Luxury & Across Major Tech Companies Hair Salon For Sale !
Milpitas, CA
This established luxury hair salon presents an exceptional opportunity in one of Milpitas' most sought-after commercial locations. Strategically positioned in a high-traffic plaza within walking...
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Pink's Window Services
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Pink’s Window Services turns a simple, repeatable service into a scalable business with standout marketing. Designed for ease of operations and low overhead, Pink’s gives franchisees a clear path to profitability without the complexity of brick-and-mortar or heavy staffing. The brand does the heavy lifting — with national campaigns, viral content, and pro-level design that drives inbound demand and local credibility from day one. If you’re looking for a straightforward service business with elite marketing baked in, Pink’s is built for you.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $130,101
Pool Service Route - Bakersfield, CA
Bakersfield, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Well establishd and profitable pool service route in Bakersfield....
Cash Flow: $55,000
Mission's Tortilla Route, Southwest Riverside, CA
Riverside, CA
Imagine stepping into a well-established food distribution business that's already built strong relationships with popular grocery stores in Southwest Riverside, California. This Mission's Tortilla...
EBITDA: $70,540
Established Residential Cleaning Company
$23,000
Los Angeles County, CA
Mission's Tortilla Route, Hemet, CA
Hemet, CA
Mission’s Tortilla Route for sale in the Hemet, California region for $150,000! Currently generating $606,632 in yearly sales and nets $66,207. Distributorship and territory are purchased through...
EBITDA: $66,207
13 FedEx Ground Routes, Roseville CA
Placer County, CA
SBA-qualified 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...
Cash Flow: $468,108
Rick Teh, EMBA, CBI
Accel Business Advisors
Serving Alameda County, CA
We are a team of seasoned business brokers passionate about helping business owners and investors in business transactions. Our brokers operate less like salespeople and more closely to wedding planners - we will get to know your needs, show you what it will take to get there, and make sure that things are going according to plan the entire way. Our team of brokers has extensive experience and training working with a wide variety of business listings and performing valuations. Your business showcases your hard work and dedication; it deserves the highest level of professionalism that will lead you to a successful closing. All of our team members have had previous experience owning their own business and understand that placing your business for sale can be a stressful time. Our rigorous training equips brokers to deliver strategic guidance for smooth, successful business sales.
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Established Vacation Rental Management Franchise | Home Based
San Bernardino County, CA
Established Vacation Rental Management Franchise | Home Based Financing Note: This business does not qualify for SBA financing. Buyers should have sufficient cash or access to alternative/personal...
Cash Flow: $107,212
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...
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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Highly Profitable & Established Dry Cleaner in Premium Coastal OC
Orange County, CA
Presenting an outstanding opportunity to acquire a highly profitable, long established dry cleaning business operating in a premium Orange County Coastal location. Generating $477,000 in annual...
Cash Flow: $144,000
Mailbox Rental, Packaging & Shipping Ctr Glendale 46-Yr In Operation
Glendale, CA
Well-established mailbox rental, packaging, and shipping center operating continuously for 46 years at the same Glendale, California location. The business offers private mailbox rentals,...
Cash Flow: $71,000
Zoomin Groomin
Franchise
Available in California
Sniffing around for a great new opportunity? Zoomin Groomin is expanding our mobile grooming business nationwide. Set your own schedule, be your own boss and work with pets all day. We'll be right by your side, every step of the way. Woof!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $186,770
Commercial Tree Trimming + Real Estate (Not Included in Asking Price)
San Diego, CA
This well-established tree care and vegetation management company has built a strong reputation by providing professional arborist services to residential, commercial, municipal, and property...
Cash Flow: $1,037,413
Profitable Landscape Design and Installation - Ventura County
Ventura County, CA
Established in 1989, this premier landscape design and installation company has built an exceptional reputation over 37 years serving the affluent communities of Ojai Valley, Santa Barbara,...
Cash Flow: $300,000
Tool & Garden Retail Business For Sale
$395,000
San Diego County, CA
Turnkey Commercial Fleet Washing & Pressure Washing Route
Fontana, CA
Established and diversified mobile cleaning, pressure washing and detailing business serving residential and commercial customers throughout Southern California. Operating since 2021, the business has...
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Cash Flow: $90,000
Vertically Integrated SoCal Plastic Extrusion & Packaging Manufacturer
Los Angeles, CA
Vertically Integrated Manufacturing Platform: Established SoCal manufacturer with specialized in-house plastic extrusion and packaging capabilities. Broad Product & Manufacturing Capabilities:...
Cash Flow: $333,518
Turn Key Marin County Catering Business
San Rafael, CA
Established Catering Business in Prime Marin County Location This turnkey catering company presents an excellent opportunity for an entrepreneurial buyer seeking entry into the thriving food service...
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Cash Flow: $55,000
Established Northern California Land Surveying Firm
Santa Clara County, CA
This is an opportunity to acquire an established professional land surveying firm serving the Northern California market. The company specializes in residential boundary and topographic surveys, small...
Cash Flow: $302,308
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...
Cash Flow: $295,091
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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(Servpro)Water and Fire Remediation
Fountain Valley, CA
SERVPRO Water and Fire Remediation - Established Well Oiled Restoration Company This highly successful restoration and remediation franchise presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a 20-year...
2
Cash Flow: $1,126,036
AMH Enterprises
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Own a business Reselling Items to the Federal, State, Local Governments and Military!
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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Fully Remote San Diego Cleaning Co. | $221K SDE | 600+ 5-Star Reviews
San Diego, CA
WHB Cleaning is a fully remote, fully compliant residential cleaning company in San Diego generating $221K in trailing 12 month SDE, run daily by a trained internal team without the owner. This is not...
2
Cash Flow: $250,000
Growing Gym Vending Route — 17 Machines, Contract to Expand to 42
$245,000
Vacaville, CA
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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Pool Service Route - Sacramento, CA
Sacramento, CA
JOIN A BILLION DOLLAR INDUSTRY WITH UNLIMITED POTENTIAL! OWN YOUR OWN THRIVING POOL SERVICE ROUTE WITH RECURRING POSITIVE CASH FLOW. Well established part time pool route in Sacramento pocket area....
Cash Flow: $120,000
Prism Specialty Restoration
Franchise
Available in California
Prism Specialty Restoration (formerly ERS, ART, TEX and DFD) brings a strong reputation and over 30 years of experience to the EverSmith Brands platform by providing a robust range of specialty restoration services to help those affected by a disaster and other unforeseen damages. Whether it’s residential or commercial, Prism Specialties delivers effective recovery solutions to help contractors, adjusters, and the insured restore Electronics, Art, Documents, and Textiles. This includes Kitchen appliances, computers, works on paper, sculptures, leather goods, shoes, industrial machinery, and more!
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,961,488
Vegan & Gluten free gourmet packaged food business
San Diego, CA
Original, wholesome, convenient & healthy sustainably packaged vegan & gluten free foods, tried & tested over ten years at my acclaimed restaurant in La Jolla. Five premium local wholesale store...
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Cash Flow: $65,000
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...
Cash Flow: $37,929
Fair Oaks Pool Service Route for Sale
Sacramento County, CA
Perfect Starter route with great customers that pay on time. Tight Route with overall short drive times between houses. Most pools are only used lightly throughout the year. Easy maintenance accounts...
Cash Flow: $41,000
35+ yr Profitable Auto Repair Shop in OC 1.6M+ Gross
SBA LOAN ELIGIBLE
Orange County, CA
Exceptional opportunity to acquire a long-established, full-service automotive repair and maintenance business with excellent reviews in highly desirable Orange County. Operating successfully for over...
Cash Flow: $419,807
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...
Cash Flow: $155,398
Shaunt Karaghossian
Regal Real Estate
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Real Estate Sales, Leasing, & Consulting
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Profitable, Established UPS Store, Semi-Absentee, 8 Yrs in Operation
San Diego County, CA
This established UPS Store franchise location in the San Diego market is now available for a qualified buyer seeking a recognizable, franchise-backed retail service business with trained staff,...
Cash Flow: $71,826
30-Year Janitorial Company | 90%+ Recurring Revenue | Absentee-Ready
Orange County, CA
Established 30-Year Commercial Janitorial Company - Orange County, CA This turnkey commercial janitorial operation represents a rare opportunity to acquire three decades of brand equity and...
Cash Flow: $190,000
20M Growing Lab, Full Service Lab with Major Insurance’s Contracts and
$29,000,000
California
Highly Profitable Environmental Services & Waste Management Firm in So
Los Angeles County, CA
A highly profitable, asset-light environmental services firm providing hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal, filtration media management, and regulatory compliance support to industrial,...
EBITDA: $1,700,000
25 Year Established Window Washing Company
Castaic, CA
UPDATE! I recently had a couple very positive developments in my life. As a result I've lowered my price. BUSINESS OVERVIEW: Dynamite Window Washing has operated in Santa Clarita for 25 years. This is...
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Cash Flow: $100,000
The Cleaning Authority
Franchise
Available in California
Explore a lucrative investment opportunity and discover the premier residential cleaning franchise investment. Our franchise owners achieve an average of $1.3* million through our distinctive business model, featuring diverse revenue streams and cutting-edge technology, all while fostering positive impact on those we support.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $1,468,011
Turnkey & Scalable B2B & C Full-Service Marketing & Print Franchise
Los Angeles County, CA
Business Description Nestled in a thriving part of South Bay in LA County is a privileged opportunity to acquire a well-established Profitable & Trusted Brand of business services, print, signage, and...
Cash Flow: $188,835
Established Home Staging Business w Warehouse SBA Pre Qualified
Los Angeles County, CA
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly reputable and profitable home staging business serving the South Bay area for the past 7 years. The company has built a strong brand and long-standing...
Cash Flow: $185,000
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...
5
Cash Flow: $93,623
Established National Franchise System with Proven Operating Platform
California
Established franchise system with a proven business model, audited financials, and recurring royalty-based revenue from an existing network of franchisees. The business offers multiple revenue...
Cash Flow: $196,136
Architecture, Engineering and Development Firm
San Diego County, CA
Founded in 2001, this firm offers architecture, engineering, and project/program management services, with projects across Arizona, California, Nevada, and New Mexico. The company supports disabled...
Cash Flow: $230,221
Mission Foods Route for Sale | San Diego, CA — $100,000
San Diego, CA
Mission Foods Route for Sale | San Diego, CA — $100,000 About the Route Mission Foods distribution route for sale – San Diego CA - $100,000. The territory services portions of San Diego CA and...
Cash Flow: $95,577
Mission Foods Route for Sale | San Diego, CA — $59,000
San Diego, CA
Mission Foods Route for Sale | San Diego, CA — $59,000 About the Route Mission Foods distribution route for sale – San Diego CA - $59,000. The territory services portions of San Diego CA, Rancho...
Cash Flow: $67,766
Palmdale Pool Service Route for Sale
Los Angeles County, CA
Service technicians are currently cleaning all accounts and available to a new owner. The customer base is excellent, featuring reliable payers. Long time devoted customers who appreciate our...
Cash Flow: $135,000
North Bay 35-Year Catering & Event Business w Commercial Real Estate
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Sonoma County, CA
North Bay 35-Year Wedding & Event Catering Business with Commercial Real Estate This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-established wedding and event catering business with approximately 35 years...
Class 101
Franchise
Available Nationwide
Helping Students Find Their Future. Class 101 takes the confusion and intimidation out of the college application process.
Avg. Unit Revenue: $176,290
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 | 429 |
| Asking Price | $385,000 |
| Reported Revenue | $559,461 |
| 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 | $385,000 | $827,000 |
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 | $88,949 |
| Median | $559,461 | $156,000 |
| Upper Quartile | $1,403,620 | $294,008 |
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 | 0.51 | 1.44 |
| Median | 0.75 | 2.41 |
| Upper Quartile | 1.02 | 3.29 |
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 $385,000, though prices range from under $150,000 to well over $827,000.
How much do Service Businesses owners in California earn?
The median reported revenue of Service Businesses in California is $559,461 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 0.51 to 1.02, with a median of 0.75. Earning multiples range from 1.44 to 3.29, with the median at 2.41. This means the typical Service Business in California may ask for around 0.75 times its annual revenue, and 2.41 times its annual owner earnings.
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