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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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This Boston-based company provides life safety fire door inspection, repair and replacement services to one of Boston’s premier hospitals and healthcare providers. 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. In addition, the business 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 50% markup on products, materials, and supplies used in project work and sold directly to in-house facilities shops and maintenance departments. Subcontractors execute the majority of the work while the owner focuses on business development, client maintenance, project management, and administration. -Expandable Regulatory driven life safety business -50% of the growing revenue is fire door inspection, service and replacement -25% of EBITDA generated by 50% owner markup on materials and products supply -Facilities management department connections throughout the Boston -Hospital/healthcare system -$600K and $950K respectively, 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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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 Type: Full Service Listing ID: 26365 www.listbizforsale.com
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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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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 Type: Flat Fee Listing ID: 26405 www.listbizforsale.com
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This well-established insulation contracting company represents a premier opportunity in the Western Massachusetts building and construction market. With over twenty years of continuous operation, the organization has developed a comprehensive service portfolio serving both residential and commercial sectors throughout the region. FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE The business demonstrates strong financial performance with weighted Seller's Discretionary Earnings exceeding $900,000, reflecting robust operational efficiency and market positioning. The company maintains consistent cash flow generation supported by an established customer base and recurring project opportunities. OPERATIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE The company operates from a strategically located 6,000 square foot facility situated on 4.5 acres, providing substantial workspace and equipment storage capabilities. The operational fleet consists of five box trucks maintained in excellent condition, ensuring reliable service delivery and minimal capital investment requirements for new ownership. WORKFORCE AND EXPERTISE The organization employs a skilled team of eight certified insulation installation professionals, supported by one dedicated project manager and administrative staff member. This experienced workforce ensures consistent service quality and efficient project execution across all market segments. MARKET POSITION The company has established a strong regional presence throughout Western Massachusetts, serving diverse commercial and residential properties. Their specialization in advanced insulation techniques and energy efficiency solutions positions them advantageously within the growing sustainability-focused construction market. TRANSITION OPPORTUNITY This sale presents a turnkey acquisition opportunity driven by the current owner's retirement plans. The business offers immediate operational continuity with established systems, trained personnel, and maintained equipment, providing minimal transition risk for qualified buyers seeking entry into this stable, profitable sector. The combination of proven financial performance, operational infrastructure, and market reputation creates an exceptional opportunity for strategic buyers or industry professionals seeking to acquire an established insulation contracting enterprise.3
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High-end residential A/V systems. This company, located a short ride from Boston, Massachusetts, holds distribution rights to some of the industry's best brands. With a long history of serving its customers, the company continues to achieve sustained, profitable organic growth through word of mouth. This would be a great opportunity for an audio/video company to open a new location and tap into its luxury product lines, or for an individual who wants to own and operate their own business and forge their destiny. While industry experience or being tech-savvy could be beneficial, this business could be purchased by someone who enjoys working with people who appreciate crafting beautiful audio and/or video systems in their homes. The Seller is open to assisting in training a new owner and holding a small amount of paper for the right buyer. It is expected that a long-term lease could be arranged with the current property owner. A great add-on would be industrial and commercial A/V systems. SDE $298,0000 / Asking $650,000
National transaction benchmarks for building and construction business businesses.
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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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