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Southwest / Water Infrastructure Services / ADD ON / ~$0.68MM Adj. EBI photo
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Southwest / Water Infrastructure Services / ADD ON / ~$0.68MM Adj. EBI

AZ, US

Southwest / Water Infrastructure & Environmental Services / Platform / ~$0.68MM Adj. EBITDA Company Overview The Company is a Southwest-based provider of water infrastructure maintenance and environmental services, specializing in the rehabilitation, monitoring, and ongoing operation of water wells and treatment systems for mining, municipal, and industrial clients. Operating from a centralized hub in Arizona, the business serves critical infrastructure across regional mining districts and municipalities, supporting essential water supply and regulatory compliance functions.  Founded in the late 1990s, the Company has established a leading regional position through deep technical expertise, long-tenured customer relationships, and a deliberate focus on maintenance and rehabilitation rather than capital-intensive drilling. This asset-light approach enables strong margins, high returns on capital, and consistent free cash flow generation.  The business generates highly predictable revenue through long-term operation and maintenance (O&M) contracts, which account for approximately 80% of total revenue. These contracts are tied to non-discretionary production and regulatory requirements, resulting in strong customer retention, with over half of clients maintained for more than 15 years.  Services are delivered through three integrated divisions: wellfield services, environmental contracting, and instrumentation & controls. The Company’s workforce is fully certified (OSHA, HAZWOPER, MSHA), and it maintains specialized licenses that create significant barriers to entry and limit competition.  The Company operates within a large and growing water infrastructure market, supported by structural tailwinds including aging infrastructure, groundwater depletion, and increased demand from mining and industrial activity, particularly in the Southwest. Key KPIs Financial Performance • Revenue (TTM): ~$2.69M • Adjusted EBITDA (TTM): ~$675K • Adjusted EBITDA Margin: ~25% • Gross Margin: ~57–65% • Revenue Growth (Recent): ~19%  Revenue Quality • Recurring Revenue: ~80% (O&M contracts) • Customer Retention: 50%+ of clients retained 15+ years • Revenue Visibility: Long-term, contract-based and compliance-driven  Revenue Mix • Wellfield Services: ~70% • Environmental Contracting: ~20% • Instrumentation & Controls: ~10% • End Markets: ~60% mining / ~40% municipal & industrial  Operations • Employees: ~13 • Service Model: 90–95% field-based work • Geographic Footprint: Southern Arizona (with expansion opportunity into Phoenix) • Fleet: Specialized pump hoists and service vehicles  Competitive Positioning • Specialized Licensing & Certifications (high barriers to entry) • Proprietary Well Rehabilitation Technology (patent-pending) • Entrenched Customer Relationships (major mining & municipal clients) • Asset-Light, Maintenance-Focused Model  Growth Opportunities • Geographic Expansion (Phoenix market entry) • Increased penetration of higher-margin controls & treatment systems • Professionalization of sales and business development  Market Context • U.S. Water Infrastructure Market: ~$120B • Projected Growth: ~5.3% CAGR • Fragmentation: 48,000+ water systems • Macro Drivers: Groundwater depletion, infrastructure underinvestment, mining expansion 

$3,496,500
$2,690,000Revenue
$675,000Cash Flow

Market Snapshot

National transaction benchmarks for agricultural business businesses.

Under $500K

Median revenue$367k
Median cash flow$72k
Median sale price$234k
Multiple range2.2x - 4.0x

A variety of factors can cause businesses to trade outside this range, including earnings quality, operational transferability, key-person risk, growth trajectory, and geography, so a listing priced above or below the typical multiple usually reflects real differences in the underlying business.

What to know about agricultural business acquisitions

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By George Wellmer

Cofounder & CEO

Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating agricultural business acquisitions.

Separate land value from business value

Many agricultural deals are mostly real estate. Get the land, buildings, and water rights appraised independently of the operating cash flow so you know what you are really buying.

Verify water and land-use rights

Water access, irrigation rights, and agricultural-use zoning are often the most valuable and most fragile parts of the deal. Get it in writing that they transfer to a new owner.

Study seasonality and commodity exposure

Revenue and cash flow can swing hard year to year. Review several years of records rather than a single strong season before you trust the numbers.

Inspect equipment and infrastructure

Greenhouses, irrigation systems, cold storage, and machinery carry real deferred-maintenance risk. Budget for what the seller has put off.

Check licenses, certifications, and environmental history

Organic certification, pesticide handling, and prior land use all raise compliance and liability questions. A Phase I assessment is common where chemicals were used.

Assess labor and owner dependence

Seasonal labor availability and the owner hands-on role both affect how easily the operation transfers. Be clear on what running it actually requires week to week.

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common buyer questions for this market.

Often yes. Real estate in the deal can strengthen the collateral position, and qualification depends on clean financials, verifiable tax returns, and a seller who meets program requirements on the business side.