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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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The Company is a commercial mechanical contractor based in the DFW metroplex, specializing in new commercial HVAC installation, mechanical rough-in, ductwork fabrication and installation, and time-and-material service and repair. Founded in 2021, the Company has grown from a startup operation into an established subcontractor serving a repeat base of commercial general contractors across the DFW market. New commercial HVAC installation accounts for approximately 80% of revenue, with time-and-material service and repair contributing 18% and a growing base of recurring maintenance agreements representing the remaining 2%. The Company works primarily from engineer-stamped plans and serves a mix of general contractors, property managers, and commercial building owners. Approximately 85% of revenue is commercial.
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Located in Central North Carolina, this heating and air conditioning company has provided installation, replacement, and maintenance services for several decades. Serving general contractors, commercial real estate agents, and homeowners, the business maintains a healthy pipeline (with an estimated 2026 revenue of $15 million and EBITDA of $1.8 to $1.9 million) and an established regional presence. While historically generating the majority of its revenue from commercial new construction, the company has actively shifted its project mix over the last couple of years. This operational shift features a growing volume of residential services and system replacement work, blending commercial and residential revenue streams to capture consistent demand in the local housing market. The turnkey operation is supported by a scaled technical workforce, including experienced field technicians, installation professionals, and a dedicated management layer. Operations are centralized in a sizeable standalone commercial facility designed for equipment storage and administrative functions, with immediate highway access. The purchase includes a multi-vehicle service fleet and all necessary equipment to execute both large-scale commercial contracts and recurring residential service calls. The SDE shown includes a rent charge of $79,380, is based on the Last Twelve Months through May 31, 2026, and is for a full-time owner-operator. The real estate is being offered for sale or lease by Murphy Business & Financial – Carolinas, LLC in conjunction with the sale of the business for $950,000, or an annual lease rate of $79,380.
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Amazing opportunity to own an HVAC company serving the Roanoke Valley and Lake Gaston NC area. They are 99% residential, 1% commercial with no refrigeration. They have flat rate pricing, 200 maintenance agreements, and a CRM in place. They have serviced 1,800 customers in the previous 3 years.
Established window and door replacement company seeking a strategic equity partner to acquire a minority or majority ownership interest while allowing the existing ownership team to continue managing day-to-day operations. The company has built a strong reputation serving homeowners throughout Arizona with premium replacement windows, entry doors, sliding doors, and related installation services. The business benefits from an experienced management team, established vendor relationships, recurring referral business, and a recognized brand within its market. This opportunity is ideal for an investor or strategic partner looking to participate in the continued growth of a well-established home improvement business without requiring an operational transition. Existing ownership is committed to remaining actively involved and is seeking a partner who can provide capital, strategic guidance, and support for future expansion. Additional information, including financial performance, ownership structure, and growth opportunities, will be provided following execution of a Non-Disclosure Agreement.
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Construction business founded over 70 years ago. The current mix of work is primarily commercial construction.
Established commercial painting company serving the Denver area. The company focuses on large scale commercial and multifamily projects and has built strong relationships with property managers, developers, and general contractors. The business has signed contracts in place for both 2026 and 2027 and is actively bidding additional projects. Operations are supported by experienced crews, proven estimating systems, reliable vendor relationships, and a strong reputation in the market. Confidentiality agreement required. Use the contact button to send a request and a confidentiality agreement will be sent promptly.
Valuable real estate available This confidential offering represents a long established, multi generation essential services company providing plumbing, heating, kitchen design, and bath remodeling solutions. In addition to its core mechanical services, the business operates a comprehensive kitchen and bath design/remodeling division, offering clients layout planning, material and fixture selection, project coordination, and renovation support. This added service line enhances revenue diversification and strengthens customer relationships by providing a seamless, one stop offering for both functional and aesthetic home improvement needs. The business maintains a strong, long standing presence in its regional market with decades of consistent performance, repeat residential clients, and a reputation built on reliability and quality craftsmanship. The combination of essential plumbing and heating services, along with value added kitchen and bath remodeling work, creates a balanced revenue mix and attractive opportunity for strategic buyers, owner operators, and contractors seeking expansion. The owners are retiring, and the business is positioned as a turnkey acquisition with stable operations and significant potential for growth. Please, no phone calls without a fully executed NDA. All interested parties must request information through the designated inquiry links so the automated system can generate and email the NDA. Once the NDA is completed and returned, additional confidential details will be provided, followed by a scheduled phone call to discuss your goals and qualifications.
An opportunity to acquire a rapidly growing painting company serving the greater Southeast Tennessee market. Established in 2025, this business has already demonstrated impressive momentum and is showing strong signs of continued expansion. Specializing in both interior and exterior painting services, the company has built a solid foundation and established a reputation for quality workmanship and customer satisfaction. The business serves residential and commercial clients throughout Southeast Tennessee and has positioned itself to capitalize on the continued growth and development occurring throughout the region. With streamlined operations, established processes, and a growing customer base, the company offers an excellent opportunity for an owner-operator or an existing construction or home services company looking to expand its footprint. Included in the sale are the company's established brand, book of business, standard operating procedures, providing a smooth transition and a framework for continued growth. The systems already in place allow a new owner to step into an operating business with proven processes rather than starting from scratch. The company has experienced significant growth over the past year and presents substantial upside potential for a new owner. Additional marketing, advertising, and market expansion efforts could further accelerate growth and increase market share throughout the region. This opportunity is well-suited for an entrepreneur seeking a scalable service business, an industry professional looking to expand independently, or an existing painting, construction, or home services company seeking strategic growth through acquisition.
Company Overview This Tampa Bay-based commercial HVAC and mechanical services contractor provides retrofit and replacement, preventive maintenance, repair, and emergency response services for occupied commercial facilities. The Company serves a 100% commercial customer base, with established relationships among property managers, facility managers, and institutional building operators. The Company maintains more than 20 million square feet of commercial space and has replaced over 20,000 tons of HVAC equipment. Its self-performing operating model, certified technicians, owned fleet, and in-house equipment provide control over scheduling, service quality, and project margins. Approximately 40% of revenue comes from maintenance and service activity, creating recurring customer touchpoints that frequently lead to repair and replacement opportunities. Growth opportunities include adding technicians, expanding maintenance-contract penetration, increasing emergency-service coverage, and addressing retrofit demand associated with aging equipment and refrigerant transitions. Key KPIs TTM revenue: approximately $2.23 million TTM adjusted EBITDA: approximately $473,000 Adjusted EBITDA margin: 21.2% Gross margin: 50.9% TTM revenue growth: 16.2% versus FY2025 Revenue mix: Retrofit and replacement: 60.3% Preventive maintenance: 20.1% Service and repair: 19.5% Customer base: 100% commercial Commercial space serviced: more than 20 million square feet HVAC equipment replaced: more than 20,000 tons Workforce: 7 employees, including 6 full-time and 1 part-time Combined field experience: more than 40 years Fleet: 6 service vehicles and 2 trailers Customer retention: 7 of the top 10 customers were active in each of the past three years Top-three customer concentration: 53.5% of CY2025 revenue Top-10 customer concentration: 87.1% of CY2025 revenue Financial results are for the twelve months ended June 2026. Adjusted EBITDA reflects management-provided normalizations, including market-based owner compensation.
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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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