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This Boston-based company provides life safety fire door inspection, repair and replacement services to one of Boston’s premier hospitals and healthcare provider systems. Currently life safety work is over 50% of total revenue. The owner is working to expand fire door services into several additional Boston healthcare institutions. The regulatory driven annual fire door inspections require documenting defects and repairing or replacing failed units as part of the yearly certification process. No state licensure is required; instead, inspectors must take a 3-day training course. The business also works with facilities management departments, providing small to medium-sized mission critical specialty contracting and remodeling services on a non-competitive price basis. 25% of EBITDA comes from markup on products, materials, and supplies used in project work and sold directly to in-house facilities and maintenance departments. Subcontractors execute most of the work while the owner focuses on business development, client maintenance, project management, and administration. The ideal buyer will have healthcare facilities services and/or construction management experience, business development strength, and be able to commit to an on-site presence. Expandable Regulatory driven life safety business * 50% of the growing revenue is fire door inspection, service and replacement * More than half a million in new revenue pipeline for 2026 and 2027 * High barrier of entry to competition * Non-competitive bid project award * Sticky client base * Loyal pool of proven subcontractors and suppliers
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Seller Financing Available – Established Residential Audio & Video Business (Greater Boston) A rare opportunity for a music and technology lover: this well-established audio/video business, located just outside Boston, holds distribution rights to some of the industry's most respected luxury brands. Built over many years of loyal customer relationships, the company has generated recurring, steady, organic revenue with a reputation for excellence in high-end home and office sound experiences. This is an ideal opportunity for: • An existing AV company looking to expand into a new market and add premium product lines to its offering • An entrepreneur ready to own and operate a turnkey business with an established brand and customer base Industry background is preferred but not required — a genuine interest in sales, relationship-building, and helping clients create beautiful audio experiences matters more than necessarily just technical expertise. The seller will provide hands-on training to ensure a smooth transition, and a long-term lease can be arranged with the current property owner. The seller is motivated and open to holding a meaningful amount of financing for the right buyer — making this an accessible path to business ownership for a qualified candidate. 2025 Top Line Sales: $840K 2025 Seller’s Discretionary Earnings/ SDE: $290K Asking Price: $625,000 (offers are invited)
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This commercial and residential plumbing company in a large metro area was founded in 2019, has built a strong reputation for reliability, responsiveness, and high-quality workmanship. Its consistent performance and trusted service have resulted in steady demand driven primarily by word-of-mouth referrals and repeat clients, reflecting strong brand equity despite limited formal marketing efforts. Strategically positioned within the Metro market, the business benefits from sustained regional growth, ongoing commercial development, and continued infrastructure investment. The company’s revenue is approximately 25% commercial and 75% residential, creating a stable and project-driven workload with strong customer retention and recurring demand from commercial accounts. The Company operates with a lean, but experienced team of plumbing professionals. Listing ID: 26401 www.listbizforsale.com
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This is a well-established HVAC company offering a strong opportunity to acquire a profitable, service-based business with a proven track record and loyal customer base. The company provides a full range of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning services, including installation, repair, maintenance, and system replacement for both residential and light commercial clients. Built on a reputation for reliability, responsiveness, and quality workmanship, the business generates consistent revenue through repeat customers, service agreements, and referral-driven demand. Its strong local presence and trusted brand have allowed it to maintain steady operations with limited reliance on paid advertising. The company is well-positioned within a growing market supported by ongoing residential development, aging HVAC systems, and increasing demand for energy-efficient upgrades. With experienced technicians, established systems, and streamlined operations in place, this is a turnkey opportunity for a new owner to step in and continue operations with minimal disruption while leveraging clear avenues for future growth. Listing ID: 26405 www.listbizforsale.com
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Confidential opportunity to acquire a profitable, award-winning roofing contractor. The company has built an outstanding reputation for quality workmanship, reliability, and responsive service across residential, commercial, and industrial markets. The business provides a comprehensive range of roofing services, including repairs, re-roofs, new installations, flat and pitched roofing systems, metal and tile roofing, TPO/PVC systems, inspections, certifications, gutter installation, fascia repair, maintenance programs, and patio roofing. This diversified service offering generates multiple revenue streams and helps maintain consistent demand throughout the year. The company benefits from a strong online presence, excellent customer reviews, and a steady flow of referral business, creating a reliable pipeline of new opportunities. With an established brand, experienced team, and proven operating model, this turnkey business is well-positioned for continued growth. Ideal for a contractor, construction professional, or strategic buyer capable of obtaining the required licenses and looking to enter or expand within a strong and growing market. Listing ID: 26365 www.listbizforsale.com
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Commercial Architectural Millwork & Casework Manufacturer Healthcare • Biotech • Education • Commercial Interiors Based near Boston, Massachusetts, this custom millwork fabricator designs, manufactures, and installs high-end construction solutions for biotech, healthcare, education, and other commercial sectors. Investment Highlights: Future of this business is not adversely affected by AI advancements. Established 30+ year operating history with strong regional reputation Specialized expertise in complex custom architectural millwork and casework Diverse end markets including healthcare, biotech, education, office, and retail Long-standing customer relationships and high level of repeat business Modern automated manufacturing equipment and CNC infrastructure Strong historical profitability and cash flow generation Existing operational capacity supports continued revenue growth Significant opportunity for geographic expansion throughout New England Minimal historical investment in sales and marketing creates upside opportunity Experienced and cross-trained workforce Seller committed to supporting a smooth transition process Real Estate additional at FMV of $1,480,000, Plus separate lot for $130,000
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Jump into a business that nearly all 351 towns and cities in Massachusetts require builders to use. Home Energy Raters document compliance with energy codes so builders can benefit from credits through the MASS Save program with similar programs existing in VT, CT and NH that the business is also servicing. Extremely low asset business with very low overhead and over 50% net margins! Several programs exist under the MASS Save program providing numerous growth opportunities in the energy space with no limit to territory. Staff in place with all required licenses! This Company provides Energy Rating Services through the HERS (Home Energy Rating System) program, a nationally recognized program for certifying a home's energy performance allowing builders to obtain credits from states. This Company is a RESNET accredited energy rater that documents compliance with energy codes, and support green building certifications (like LEED and ENERGY STAR). 50%+ bottom line margins with tremendous growth opportunity building upon foundation set by owner. Company services in a tri-state area in Southern New England providing builders and home owners critical HERS rating services to gain certifications and benefit from state rebate programs.
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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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