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Large customer base This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, well-established HVAC and commercial kitchen repair business with a loyal client base and strong reputation for quality service. The company specializes in: Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) repair & maintenance Commercial kitchen equipment repair (ovens, fryers, refrigeration, etc.) Emergency service calls and preventative maintenance contracts Warranty work Emergency Residential Work The business serves a mix of restaurants, commercial kitchens, retail spaces, and small businesses, with many long-term clients and recurring service agreements.
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1. Proven legacy and stable opportunity With decades of trusted service, this glazing contractor has earned a reputation as a reliable partner among GCs, institutional clients, and military contractors. A balanced project mix—roughly 30% in new construction and 70% in rehab and tenant finish—has fueled consistent demand. A robust active backlog of $1.0–$1.5 million offers the next owner both earnings visibility and revenue continuity. 2. Financial strength and turnkey readiness 2024 revenue stands at $3.22 million, delivering an SDE of $352,024 — a solid 11% margin. The sale includes about $75,000 in inventory and $128,000 in FF&E, enabling a seamless operational transition with minimal capital investment. 3. Strategic niche with expansion potential This business thrives in high-margin, less crowded markets—specializing in military and institutional glazing contracts where competition is limited. Backed by a seasoned cadre of union-trained glaziers and foremen, the company ensures high-quality delivery. Buyers can immediately scale by enhancing digital marketing, adding complementary services (e.g. sheet-metal fabrication), and pursuing further government contracts. There's also physical expansion potential via adjacent facility space. 4. Smooth transition and a compelling investment The retiring owner is committed to a smooth handoff, offering up to two years of transition support—including client introductions and project oversight—which protects customer relationships and operational stability. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-run, reputable glazing contractor with strong fundamentals, defensible revenue streams, and genuine upside for a strategic buyer or operator.
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This well-established Northern Utah-based mechanical contractor is a trusted provider of HVAC, plumbing, and full mechanical system solutions for commercial and industrial projects. With decades of operating history, the company has built a strong reputation for technical expertise, dependable execution, and high-quality workmanship. Offering comprehensive services including design-build, installation, retrofits, and ongoing maintenance, the business is positioned as a turnkey partner for general contractors, developers, and facility owners across a growing regional footprint. The company stands apart through its commitment to precision, competitive pricing, and a service-first mindset. A substantial portion of revenue is derived from repeat clients and referrals, underscoring its long-standing relationships and consistent project delivery. Supported by an experienced team, efficient project management processes, and established supplier networks, the business operates with strong margins and predictable performance. Positioned in a market with sustained demand for mechanical infrastructure, there are clear opportunities for growth through expanding service contracts, increasing capacity for larger projects, and extending geographic reach throughout the Mountain West. The owner is retiring after a successful career and is seeking a qualified buyer to continue the company’s legacy, with a preference to include the associated real estate (estimated value of $2,400,000) in addition to the sale of the business. TTM June 2026 Revenue 6,296,684 and EBITDA 1,124,798 Presented by Jentry Cataluna and Bradley G. Marlor, Utah Business Consultants.
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This well-established custom stone fabrication and installation company has been a key player in the Dallas-Fort Worth for over 20 years. Specializing in natural stone and engineered surfaces, the business produces and installs countertops, reception desks, breakroom surfaces, apartment kitchens and baths, and specialty features including etched lettering, carvings, crowns, trim details, and integrated sinks for commercial and multifamily construction projects. Longstanding relationships with major general contractors drive steady project flow across office buildings, healthcare facilities, warehouses, retail build-outs, and multifamily developments, with diversified work that limits customer concentration—the largest account represents about 15% of revenue. The company operates from a facility with approximately 18,000 square feet of production and office space laid out in an efficient front-to-back flow. Four CNC machines, inline processing equipment, material-handling systems, and integrated scheduling software support high-volume fabrication, while four in-house installation crews maintain direct control over job-site execution and quality. A fully staffed team of 37 (including project managers, CNC operators, fabricators, and support roles) runs daily operations with the owner currently involved only about 20 hours per week, allowing for strong operational continuity and scalability in a high-demand construction market. The owner is transitioning for family-focused reasons and will provide a structured 30-day handover with hands-on training plus up to one year of additional paid support as needed. This turnkey business offers stable cash flow through established contractor relationships, meaningful growth potential via service-line expansion such as commercial tile installation, and a solid platform in one of the country’s fastest-growing metropolitan construction markets.
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Established commercial HVAC, plumbing and restaurant equipment repair company serving restaurants, food service operators, and other commercial clients throughout the Kansas City Metro Area. The business provides installation, maintenance, and emergency repair services across a diversified base of recurring commercial customers. Demand is driven by mission-critical equipment requirements and ongoing service needs within the food service sector. Operations are supported by experienced technical and administrative staff, structured dispatch systems, and established vendor relationships. Key Highlights • Strong concentration in restaurant and commercial HVAC/equipment repair • 24/7/365 service coverage through a third-party answering service and technician on-call rotation • Long-standing relationships with repeat commercial customers • Experienced office and field team supporting daily operations • Established supplier and parts sourcing relationships • Consistent demand tied to essential service needs Ownership & Management Ownership currently provides full-time oversight and operational leadership. The business operates with an established office team and licensed technical staff, who handle day-to-day service delivery and dispatch coordination. The current owner holds Master Mechanical, Master Plumbing, and Backflow certifications. A buyer will need to implement a plan to maintain the required licensing after the transition. Ownership is willing to provide transition support to facilitate continuity. Growth Opportunities • Expand technician capacity to meet ongoing commercial demand • Increase preventative maintenance agreements within existing accounts • Broaden service penetration among multi-unit restaurant operators • Enhance pricing optimization and service mix Ideal Buyer Profile • Licensed contractor seeking platform expansion • Strategic HVAC or equipment repair operator • Financial buyer with industry management support • Individual buyer with relevant commercial service background Transaction Structure Offered as an asset sale with the seller retaining cash, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and all Liabilities and Equity. Ownership will provide structured transition assistance. Confidentiality Notice This opportunity is confidential. Identifying details will be provided upon execution of an NDA and completion of buyer qualification.
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A highly respected, profitable, and established engineering firm located in the Kansas City metro area is for sale. The owner is retiring, presenting an excellent opportunity for a strategic acquirer seeking to add or expand their capabilities in the Kansas and Missouri markets. As a distinguished market leader, the firm has established an impeccable financial trajectory, characterized by consistent year-over-year growth in both revenue and EBITDA throughout the last five years. While many established firms experience stagnation, this company is currently entering a high-velocity expansion phase, with 2026 projected to be its most profitable year to date. With a legacy spanning several decades, this firm has built a deep-rooted and trusted reputation. The business has a robust, referral-driven pipeline and a diverse client base that includes municipalities, school districts, architectural and engineering firms, and developers. In addition to Geotechnical Investigations and Reporting, the firm offers a full suite of IBC Chapter 17-required inspections, including structural steel, concrete, soils, and fireproofing. Longstanding client relationships and low churn highlight the firm’s credibility as a trusted third-party agency. The company has a proven ability to deliver the responsiveness and flexibility of a small business while consistently meeting the rigorous performance standards of larger competitors. With a team of 25 experienced full-time office and field employees and a scalable team infrastructure, the firm is well-positioned for continued growth. This is an ideal opportunity for a strategic buyer seeking a turnkey operation with a strong market presence, a loyal client base, and a scalable team.
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With a century of experience, this Kansas City-based firm specializes in integrated design and construction services for commercial, industrial, and medical facilities. Their approach centers on providing a seamless, single-point-of-contact experience, guiding clients from initial concept through project completion. The company is known for its holistic process, combining architectural design, planning, interior design, and feasibility analysis under one roof, which streamlines communication and ensures that each project meets both functional requirements and aesthetic goals. The organization’s legacy is built on a foundation of trust, emphasizing honesty, respect, and character. Their leadership brings decades of expertise in project management, cost estimating, and construction administration, fostering creative solutions and quality relationships with clients and partners. By prioritizing collaboration and transparency, the firm has maintained a reputation for delivering high-quality, innovative spaces tailored to the unique needs of each client, whether for new construction or remodels.
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Fantastic opportunity to own an HVAC company serving the San Fernando Valley. They are 99% residential, 1% commercial with no new construction or refrigeration. They have 900 maintenance agreements, 6,386 customers served in the previous 3 years and a CRM in place.
ADD-ON Opportunity / Paving & Concrete Contractor / ~$5.7MM Revenue / ~$555K Adj. EBITDA / 60+ Year Dual-Trade Provider with Municipal & Contractor Relationships Established Paving & Concrete Contractor San Francisco Bay Area Company Overview Opportunity to acquire a long-established, family-owned paving and concrete contractor serving municipal, commercial, and residential customers throughout the San Francisco Peninsula. The company self-performs asphalt paving and concrete work using an owned fleet, cross-trained crews, and an established operating yard. Revenue is supported by recurring relationships with municipalities, utility districts, general contractors, property managers, and referral-driven residential customers. Much of the work is relationship-directed rather than sourced through open competitive bidding. Current ownership is pursuing retirement and is prepared to provide a structured transition, including customer introductions and operational knowledge transfer. Key KPIs LTM Revenue: $5.66 million LTM Adjusted EBITDA: $555,000 Adjusted EBITDA Margin: 9.8% Contracted Backlog: More than $1.5 million Management 2026 Revenue Target: Approximately $6.0 million H1 2026 Revenue Growth: 5.7% year over year Typical Project Size: $20,000 to $50,000 Approximate Bid Win Rate: 25% Municipal and Utility Relationships: 15 to 20 General Contractor Accounts: 50 to 100 Property Management Relationships: 8 to 10 Customer Revenue Mix: 42% municipal, 38% commercial, and 20% residential Service Revenue Mix: 62% asphalt, 36% concrete, and 2% sealing and striping Operating Capacity: Up to four crews Fleet: Approximately 14 trucks and two paving machines Safety Record: Zero OSHA citations in company history Investment Highlights - More than 60 years of operating history in an affluent, supply-constrained territory. - Recurring, relationship-driven revenue with limited dependence on any single project. - Asphalt and concrete capabilities under one roof, with nearly all core work self-performed. - Owned fleet and operating infrastructure capable of supporting additional growth. - Record first-half revenue performance and contracted backlog extending into the second half. - Minimal marketing investment to date, creating an opportunity for professionalized business development. - Expansion potential across existing municipal, contractor, and property-management relationships. - Attractive opportunity for a strategic operator or financial buyer seeking a regional infrastructure-services platform. Operations The company performs municipal street and utility repairs, commercial parking-lot and site work, concrete scopes, and premium residential paving. Asphalt represents the largest service category and generally offers the company’s strongest project velocity and economics. Approximately 95% of asphalt is sourced from nearby plants, helping reduce transportation time and support crew productivity. Specialty machinery is rented with operators on a project basis, limiting unnecessary fixed capital investment. Only sealing and striping are regularly subcontracted. Growth Opportunities - Add field personnel to increase utilization of the existing fleet and yard. - Expand share of wallet across established municipal and utility relationships. - Build a dedicated commercial and property-management sales function. - Introduce paid search, outbound marketing, and modern lead-generation systems. - Expand selectively into adjacent Bay Area territories. - Pursue complementary acquisitions in the fragmented regional paving market. Transaction Considerations The operating business is being offered through a confidential sale process. The corporation yard is held separately from the operating company and is expected to be available under a market-rate lease. Ownership will support an orderly transition.
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Fantastic opportunity to own a company that has been operating since 1970. They are 80% residential, 20% commercial with <10% new construction and no refrigeration. They have flat rate pricing, a CRM in place and payroll is handled in-house. They have completed 150 changeouts in the previous 12 months and have 5,000 active customers served in the last 3 years.
National transaction benchmarks for building and construction business businesses.
Under $500K
$500K to $2M
Over $2M
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.
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Key diligence, valuation, financing, and transition considerations for buyers evaluating building and construction business acquisitions.
Signed contracts, change-order patterns, and bonding capacity tell you what you're really buying; a big trailing year with an empty pipeline is a trap, and bonding is often tied to the owner personally.
Many trades require a licensed qualifier that may leave with the seller. Verify what you must hold before you can legally operate.
A plumbing or HVAC company with a service-and-maintenance base is worth far more than one living on new-construction bids — service agreements generate steady recurring revenue and replacement leads.
Receivables, retainage, and work-in-process tie up real cash between billing and collection; establish the need and whether it's in the deal.
The estimator, project managers, and lead crews carry the business. Identify the key people, their pay, and retention after close.
Trucks, heavy equipment, and related-party rent distort earnings. Tour the fleet, check deferred maintenance, and stress the discretionary earnings.
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