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Motivated Seller. Established and well-known painting franchise with 6 exclusive territories in the Miami metropolitan area (2 active, 4 ready for activation). The business offers residential and commercial painting, cabinet refinishing, carpentry, drywall repair, and sell-ready home prep. All work is performed by subcontractor teams; no inventory, no owned equipment, no commercial lease. 180+ five-star Google reviews. Leads are generated through Google, PPC, referrals, and BNI networking. Currently run absentee with a ~$95K/yr location manager handling sales and project management. An owner-operator can take over this position, so this is ideal for a hands-on buyer focused on sales and building relationships with realtors, property managers, and GCs. 2025 sales were $419,692. The sale includes franchise rights to all 6 territories, 2 leased vehicles, the existing team, and all client relationships. Each territory has a $59k market value (total $354k in territories included). 2 weeks of training plus franchisor training/support included. Franchise transfer fee is negotiable.
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Asset sale of six exclusive, unlaunched franchise territories in the Miami market under a national roofing services brand. The buyer acquires territorial rights at a significant discount to franchisor pricing and has the ability to build and scale operations from the ground up. The model is home-based and asset-light, utilizing subcontracted crews with no need for a physical location. The opportunity is backed by a full franchise platform providing training, lead generation, marketing, CRM systems, and ongoing operational support. Highlights: Six exclusive territories covering a large Miami market ~$354K total territory value acquired for $195K Full franchisor support (training, marketing, systems, coaching) Built-in lead generation and call center support Multiple service lines (roofing, siding, windows, gutters) Low overhead, home-based model
NorthBase Advisors is pleased to present an established residential plumbing and HVAC business serving one of Colorado's fastest-growing communities. The Opportunity This is a proven, cash-flowing operation with a 57% EBITDA margin and zero advertising spend. The business is currently operating at full capacity and turning away work it can't get to. Business Highlights $527K TTM Revenue | $299K TTM Adjusted EBITDA | 57% EBITDA Margin 70% repeat customer base — built entirely on referrals and word-of-mouth 99% Residential. No new construction work 70% Plumbing / 30% HVAC Who This Works For This opportunity is well suited for a licensed plumber or HVAC technician looking to own their own business, or an existing home services platform looking to expand with an established customer base and a proven digital reputation. Our Process The CIM and data room are available upon execution of an NDA. Please click "Inquire" from the listing page to sign our NDA and access the data room.
Turnkey Rubber Safety Surfacing Franchise – South Palm Beach, FL Well-established specialty franchise providing premium rubber safety surfacing for residential and commercial properties, including playgrounds, pool decks, patios, walkways, and fitness areas. Known for durability, slip resistance, low maintenance, and custom finishes built to withstand Florida’s climate. The business has a strong local reputation for quality workmanship, professional installations, and dependable project timelines, resulting in repeat clients and steady referrals. Customers include homeowners, luxury property managers, schools, parks, and commercial facilities.Efficient systems, franchise support, established supplier relationships, and proven marketing channels deliver consistent leads. Diverse clientele reduces revenue concentration risk and supports stable cash flow. Growth opportunities include expanding service areas, increasing commercial/municipal contracts, strengthening partnerships with builders/landscapers, and enhancing digital marketing. Turnkey operation ideal for an owner-operator or home-service entrepreneur. No complex licensing required, favorable margins, flexible scheduling, and strong regional demographics make this a low-risk entry into a growing niche market. Seller training ensures a smooth ownership transition.
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-SBA Pre Qualified Established HVAC installation company serving the Santa Barbara / Ventura area with over 30 years of operating history. The company specializes in HVAC equipment installation for new single-family residential construction, residential remodels, and select commercial projects. Seamless rain gutter services are also offered, though HVAC represents the majority of current revenue. The business has built a strong reputation with local contractors, who make up the majority of the customer base. Work is primarily generated through repeat customers, contractor relationships, referrals, and word-of-mouth, with very limited active marketing currently in place. Licensed in B, C20, C39, C61, and D24 — fully compliant and credentialed Tenured team in place including a foreman, lead installers, service technician, and office manager Significant FF&E included: service vehicles, sheet metal fabrication equipment, and tools A buyer with HVAC industry knowledge and strong contractor relationships will thrive here. The existing team is experienced and loyal, making for a smooth transition.
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Fantastic opportunity to own an HVAC company in the Las Vegas area. They are 70% light commercial, 30% residential with no new construction and <1% refrigeration. They have flat rate pricing, 260 commercial, 104 residential maintenance agreements in place. There is a CRM, and 3,100 active customers in their database.
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This well-established HVAC, refrigeration, and pool equipment service company represents an opportunity in the essential services sector. Founded and operated by two brothers for over 22 years, the company has built a strong reputation for reliability, technical expertise, and long-term customer relationships. Originally focused on restaurant equipment repair, the business has successfully expanded into commercial refrigeration, HVAC services, and specialized pool equipment solutions, creating a diversified and resilient revenue stream. The company generates revenue from a balanced service mix consisting of approximately: - 40% Commercial Refrigeration Services - 40% Commercial HVAC Services - 20% Pool heaters and cooling systems In addition, the company has developed a profitable niche serving pool and fountain systems, including: - Pool and fountain equipment installation - Heaters and cooling systems - Pool lighting systems - Zodiac computerized control systems The company does not build pools or provide pool cleaning services. Key Strengths - Over 22 years of continuous operation - Established reputation and strong referral base - Highly skilled and experienced technical workforce - Diversified revenue streams across multiple service sectors - Essential-service business with strong recession and pandemic resistance - Opportunities for growth through expanded marketing and service contracts - Excellent books and records. Tax returns on file Customer Base The company serves a diversified commercial customer base, including: - Restaurants with recurring service contracts - Commercial properties - Retail establishments - Hospitality-related businesses - Various commercial and institutional clients Financing The business has been prequalified by an SBA lender for financing to a qualified buyer who holds a valid HVAC contractor's license. Final loan approval remains subject to the lender's underwriting process, including buyer qualification, satisfactory due diligence, appraisal (if applicable), and all customary closing conditions.
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8-year-old HVAC business located in Northwest Indiana with a 4.9-star Google rating and 5.0-star Facebook rating. Year over year revenue and profit growth have followed their business model primarily focused on Residential and Light Commercial HVAC Replacement, Installation and Repair. They have a substantial number of clients on installation labor contracts with spring and fall tune-ups, which leads to additional service work. 98% residential No refrigeration No new construction
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What truly sets this business apart is its deeply strategic, builder-centric sales model. Rather than competing on price in a crowded consumer marketplace, this company has cultivated exclusive, preferred-partner status with a select group of elite custom home builders. This creates a reliable, pre-qualified pipeline of high-value projects from clients who expect and budget for premium technology from day one. No cold outreach. No price-sensitive tire-kickers. As a certified dealer for one of the industry's most prestigious and protective technology brands, the business holds a competitive moat that cannot simply be replicated by a new entrant. This certification provides favorable pricing, elite product access, and strong brand credibility — factors that directly support the company's premium pricing structure and client trust. The business operates from a professional facility that includes a high-impact showroom — a powerful conversion tool used by approximately 75% of prospects during the purchase journey. Backed by a stable, skilled team of W-2 employees and a systematic training program that onboards new technicians rapidly, operations are lean, structured, and built to scale. Revenue predictability is a further differentiator: 50% deposits are collected upfront before equipment is ordered, eliminating working capital strain. Project timelines of 2–3 years create strong forward visibility. A recurring revenue component from security monitoring contracts adds another layer of financial stability. Growth vectors are abundant and largely untapped. Adjacent markets, commercial project diversification, geographic expansion, and team scaling all represent significant near-term opportunities. The current owner describes the business as a 'well-built machine' ready for its next chapter and has expressed willingness to remain in a consultancy capacity to ensure a smooth ownership transition. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a market-leading, high-cash-flow business with exceptional brand equity, structural competitive advantages, and the wind firmly at its back heading into 2026 and beyond. Qualified buyers are encouraged to sign an NDA to access complete financial documentation, client pipeline details, and a comprehensive information memorandum.
THIS IS A RARE ONE-OF-A-KIND OPPORTUNITY TO ACQUIRE THE EXCLUSIVE U.S. RIGHTS (POTENTIAL WORLDWIDE RIGHTS) TO A PATENTED, ECO-FRIENDLY PRECAST INFRASTRUCTURE TECHNOLOGY PLATFORM. With a decades-long track record, this IP-rich company provides corrosion- resistant, high-strength precast polymer concrete solutions to municipalities, engineering firms, and utilities nationwide. The company holds exclusive U.S. and Worldwide licensing rights to a proprietary low-carbon, no-VOC resin technology and a U.S. patent for a cost-reducing core structure that revolutionizes strength-to-weight performance in manholes, tunnel segments, and related components. A turnkey licensing model is in place, with existing U.S. manufacturers under agreement and millions in current royalty-producing sales. The company is deeply entrenched in a growing $3B+ domestic market for sanitary sewer infrastructure and related precast systems. Key Highlights - Exclusive U.S. and Worldwide rights to patented and proprietary technologies - Advanced, LEED-aligned, corrosion-resistant precast product line - Multiple U.S. licensees already in place, serving East and West markets - Revenue from royalties, commissions, and prepackaged product sales - Installed products in major public works projects across the country - First precast polymer concrete tunnel segment system installed in U.S. - Current licensee sales exceeding $40M annually and growing rapidly - Streamlined business with low overhead and strong margins Growth & Expansion Opportunities - Add new licensees and manufacturing partners in uncovered U.S. territories/international territories - Leverage recently approved national engineering specifications (ASTM/ACI) - Scale marketing and sales team to accelerate licensee revenue - Expand prepackaged polymer grouts and mortars into industrial channels - Target mining, energy, and oil well-capping segments within untapped markets This is an opportunity to control the U.S. (worldwide) market for next-generation infrastructure materials— backed by proven technology, exclusive patents, and scalable license agreements. International Rights (Opportunity) The company holds exclusive global rights to its core resin technology and IP and has already signed licensing agreements in the Middle East including a Letter of Intent for a $1B+ international tunnel infrastructure project slated to begin construction in 2026. *International rights are not included in the asking price but can be acquired by the right well-capitalized buyer capable of scaling the global footprint.
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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