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Class A licensed commercial and industrial electrical contractor serving Northwestern Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley, with a trade name recognized for more than five decades. Roughly 75 to 80 percent of revenue comes from commercial, industrial, municipal and institutional work, with a referral-built residential line alongside it. Investment Highlights • Credentialed workforce. 20 full-time W-2 employees, six licensed master electricians plus four operating at master level, and a tenured field core in a labor-short trade. • Certifications that gate work. MSHA certification for mine and quarry work, which few area electrical contractors hold, plus ISN qualification for on-site work at the region's heavy-industrial plants. • Contracted book into 2027. Roughly $3.6 million in contracted backlog still to bill, with roughly $12 million in open bids behind it. • A lean, assembled crew. The same core crew delivered the company's 2025 results. • Managed platform. Estimating, project management, field leadership and finance run through the team. The Class A license is held at the entity level. • Deployable asset base. Roughly $850,000 in owned, largely unencumbered vehicles and equipment conveys with the business. • Sticky customer base. Established general contractors plus multi-decade municipal service contracts, including a city services contract re-won across four consecutive public bids. • Generator dealer opportunity. Management is in discussions with a major generator manufacturer about authorized dealer status, a natural base for scheduled maintenance revenue. No value is assigned. • Aligned seller. The owner will support a substantial transition and is open to rollover equity with the right partner. FY2025 produced $4.06 million in revenue and $829,000 in SDE. In 2026 the company moved into larger, bonded, competitively bid projects, building a contracted backlog that bills into 2027. 2026 earnings reflect that transition. Full financial detail, including monthly statements and the normalization schedule, is available under NDA. Best suited to a strategic acquirer or a capitalized group looking to expand bonding capacity and build on an established, credentialed platform. Qualified parties: sign the NDA for the CIM and data room, then schedule an introductory call.
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Fantastic opportunity to own an HVAC and water filtration company located in Prince William County. They are 100% residential, and their business is broken down as 90% HVAC, 10% water filtration. There are 266 maintenance agreements, a CRM and flat rate pricing is in place.
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A specialized facility services provider delivering mission-critical inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire protection systems primarily to federal and military clients, supported by a highly credentialed workforce with advanced technical certifications and deep expertise in complex regulatory standards. The business generates highly predictable revenue through long-term, recurring contracts, with the majority of work tied to mandated compliance requirements that ensure consistent demand and cash flow stability. In addition to core fire and life-safety services, the company offers complementary facility solutions, enabling bundled service contracts and increased share of client spend. With a strong reputation, established procurement channels, and a scalable operating model, the platform is well-positioned for expansion into adjacent commercial markets or broader government contract opportunities. This communication relates solely to a potential change-of-control M&A transaction involving an eligible privately held company. It is intended only for prospective acquirers who will acquire control and actively participate in management and is not an offer or solicitation of securities. If these criteria do not apply to you, this communication is not intended for you; please do not access or review the transaction materials.
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Luxury Basement Finishing Company | High-Growth Northern Virginia & Metro Washington, DC Market Own a premier home renovation business serving affluent homeowners. This highly regarded basement finishing company specializes in luxury custom basement renovations, entertainment spaces, in-law suites, basement apartments, home theaters, fitness rooms, and other high-end lower-level living environments. The company has built its reputation by delivering exceptional craftsmanship and premium design solutions to a clientele that values quality over price. Serving some of the area's most desirable and affluent communities, the business has achieved strong year-over-year growth through strategic expansion into additional suburban markets, creating a scalable platform for continued growth. A key differentiator is its lean operating model. The company utilizes an established network of skilled subcontractors for nearly all project execution, minimizing overhead while maintaining strong profit margins and operational flexibility. Highlights: ✔ Established luxury remodeling brand ✔ Strong growth trajectory in affluent markets ✔ High-margin, subcontractor-driven business model ✔ Minimal payroll and overhead expenses ✔ Experienced subcontractor network in place ✔ Significant expansion opportunities ✔ Turnkey operation with established systems and processes This is an ideal opportunity for a construction professional, remodeling company, strategic buyer, or entrepreneur seeking a scalable business with a proven track record in the luxury home improvement sector. Inquire today to learn more about this exceptional acquisition opportunity. Listing ID: 26437 www.listbizforsale.com
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Established flooring supply-and-install contractor serving the Hampton Roads, Virginia market since 2006. The company supplies and installs complete multi-surface packages (resilient, hardwood, tile, carpet) for single-family homebuilders, which represent roughly two-thirds of revenue, with the balance from property management replacement work and light commercial. Revenue of approximately $3 million in FY2025. All installation is performed by a long-standing subcontracted crew network, some with the company since inception, so the business carries no employed installers, heavy equipment, or significant finished inventory. It operates from a single leased facility with a three-person office team, giving it a variable cost base. The founder and sole owner is offering a full transition and is willing to remain for one to two years post-close. Builder relationships in the region are long tenured, and the fragmented local market offers a clear consolidation and tuck-in path for a strategic or individual buyer. This communication relates solely to a potential change-of-control M&A transaction involving an eligible privately held company. It is intended only for prospective acquirers who will acquire control and actively participate in management and is not an offer or solicitation of securities. If these criteria do not apply to you, this communication is not intended for you; please do not access or review the transaction materials.
Imagine owning a roofing business that's been thriving for five decades - that's exactly what you'll get with this established commercial roofing contractor in Virginia. You'll love the stability this business offers, with half a century of proven success in the commercial roofing market. This isn't just any roofing company. You'll be specializing in high-demand commercial systems like TPO, PVC, EPDM, and metal roofing. Your diverse client base will keep you busy year-round, serving education facilities, fitness centers, medical offices, retail centers, hotels, apartment complexes, mini storage facilities, car washes, and financial institutions. Here's what makes this opportunity special: you'll have manufacturer-backed credibility through Carlisle SynTec and GAF applicator approvals. This gives you a competitive edge when bidding on commercial projects - something every buyer worries about in this industry. You won't be starting from scratch with staffing concerns. The business comes with a solid 14-person team including 2 office staff and 12 experienced field personnel - supervisors, foremen, and crew members. Most employees have over 20 years with the company, so you're inheriting incredible institutional knowledge and continuity. This is the kind of business that lets you step into an established operation with proven systems, long-term relationships, and a reputation that's been built over generations. You'll have the foundation to grow while enjoying the stability of a business that's weathered every economic cycle for 50 years.
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Fantastic opportunity to own a multi-trade company located in Northeast Virginia. The business split is 89% HVAC, 9% plumbing, and 2% electrical. Revenue comes from 90% residential and 10% commercial customers. No new construction or refrigeration! Flat-rate pricing structure in place, 2,200 maintenance agreements, and 16,000 active customers in their database. Their CRM is Service Titan, and extended warranties are outsourced.
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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