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Incredible 30 year old residential heating and air and plumbing company in Northeastern Pennsylvania. 70% of revenue from HVAC and 30% from plumbing. Less than one percent of income comes from new construction. 99% residential and 1% light commercial. Accounting system used is QuickBooks. No CRM in place currently. All sales come from repeat and referral customers, owners currently does no marketing.
The Company is a Central Florida–based window and exterior door sales and installation business serving the Tampa Bay region. The business is structured to run turnkey, with a full-time internal team overseeing permitting and project coordination, scheduling trade crews, customer support/service, and financial processing, allowing ownership to focus on leadership and growth rather than day-to-day administrative load. Revenue generation is supported by two full-time commissioned salespeople, while operations are managed through established admin/project workflows—an attractive platform for a buyer seeking a systems-driven, scalable home improvement business with a strong operational backbone.
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Construction business founded over 70 years ago. The current mix of work is primarily commercial construction.
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24 year old commercial HVAC company in Central Florida. Long Term Staff, Long Term Clients, and currently have more work than they can get to. 100% of revenue comes from new construction and retrofits. Great opportunity to add a service division to an already thriving and profitable construction side. If you are looking to expand into this area, this is an incredible opportunity.
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Premier millwork company established in 1891, current location since 1992. This company specializes in custom cabinetry ranging from retail work, restaurant, hotels, offices, country clubs, medical facilities, homes and more for decades. All millwork is crafted in their 23,000 sq ft building. There is an excellent staff in place with 3 project managers, and an operation manager. This business has an outstanding reputation, sales continue to grow with $8M dollars of jobs currently in place.
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Amazing opportunity for someone looking to get started in the HVAC business. They are 90% residential, 10% commercial with no new construction or refrigeration. They have flat rate pricing, a CRM in place and their accounting software used is QuickBooks. They have 85 maintenance agreements, and have 2,961 active customers in their database.
Established land management and construction company liquidation opportunity with a substantial fleet of commercial equipment, trucks, trailers, and operational assets available for immediate acquisition. This asset sale includes two properties along with a complete lineup of specialized forestry, excavation, hauling, and landscaping equipment previously used in daily operations. The business is no longer operating and ownership is liquidating all assets. This presents an excellent opportunity for existing land management companies, excavation contractors, land clearing operators, utility contractors, or entrepreneurs seeking to acquire equipment and real estate at a fraction of replacement cost. Included in the sale are multiple commercial vehicles, heavy equipment units, trailers, attachments, and specialty machinery, including: 2006 International truck equipped with Effer articulating boom crane 2000 Ford F-450 utility truck 2015 Dodge Ram heavy-duty truck Ram 3500 heavy-duty truck CAT 305C CR excavator with multiple buckets Takeuchi skid steer with grapple bucket and fork attachments Blackhawk mulcher head Vermeer stump grinder with trailer Barreto trencher with trailer Bucket truck Box truck Multiple dump and utility trailers Commercial Scag Tiger Cat II mower Additional shop and operational equipment. Approximate total equipment asset value: $375,850, excluding the value of the two included properties. This is an asset liquidation sale only. Seller is motivated and willing to consider bulk purchase offers for the complete package or structured acquisition discussions. Ideal for buyers looking to expand existing operations, replace aging fleets, or enter the tree service, excavation, or land clearing industry with an established equipment base already in place. Address of the properties will be provided after signing an NDA.
This is a service-based business operating in the growing backup power and energy resilience market. The company supports residential and small commercial customers with generator solutions, including sales coordination, installation support, and ongoing maintenance services. Demand is driven by increasing outages, severe weather, and aging grid infrastructure, creating opportunities for both new installations and recurring service revenue. The business benefits from multiple revenue streams, including equipment margins, installation coordination, and maintenance contracts. With a streamlined, low-overhead model, this company offers scalability through expanded marketing, vendor partnerships, and geographic growth. Ideal for an owner-operator or strategic buyer seeking entry into a resilient, essential service industry. Strategic buyer can add $233k in sales to their organization. Low Voltage/generator experience needed
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly reputable and long-standing commercial painting contractor with over $1m in current signed contracts and deep relationships with major general contractors across Arizona. Long term established business and under current ownership since 1994, this turnkey operation has been built on decades of experience, integrity, and quality craftsmanship. Long-standing commercial painting contractor serving commercial, institutional, and public sector clients in Northern Arizona. This company has operated continuously for over four decades and maintains deep relationships with general contractors and repeat customers. The business is primarily focused on commercial and government projects and receives consistent bid invitations from established partners. The company enters each year with active work in progress and a strong forward bid pipeline, providing meaningful revenue visibility to a new owner. Financially, the company demonstrates stabilized multi-year Seller’s Discretionary Earnings that support a $465,000 valuation. The pricing reflects finalized financial performance and long-term earning history. Key Highlights: Turnkey Operation: Includes two fully equipped trucks, experienced supervisory staff, high-quality pumps, scaffolding, ladders, and all necessary equipment. Workforce in Place: Dedicated team of seasoned painters with OSHA-certified training and strong retention. Supervisors run independent divisions and are capable of managing complex commercial projects. Proven Profitability: Average seller discretionary earnings (SDE) of 30%+ with minimal overhead. Historical performance supports consistent cash flow and scalable growth. Current Contracts: Over $1m in secured projects for 2026 including government and institutional clients (Government and Corporate B2B Contracts) with additional $1.3M in pending bids. Repeat Clients: Trusted by over 30 major general contractors and institutions. The company is routinely invited to bid on large-scale jobs across the Southwest. Business Model: Over 90% of revenue comes from commercial projects, where the company excels in estimating, execution, and efficiency. The current owner has developed proprietary systems for accurate bidding based on square footage, surfaces, and project scope. Most projects are completed on or under budget, increasing profit margins and strengthening relationships with GCs. Opportunity: Perfect for an experienced contractor or entrepreneur looking to scale into commercial construction or expand regionally. Growth potential includes expanding into Maricopa and Coconino Counties, increasing residential repaint work for cash flow, and capitalizing on specialty certifications in fireproofing and lead remediation. Assets Included: 2 work trucks Painting equipment, ladders, scaffolding Website and online presence Long-standing relationships with suppliers and rental companies A strong and loyal workforce with industry certifications Confidentiality Required This is a confidential listing. Business name and address will be disclosed only to qualified buyers with a signed NDA. The business is listed by HUB Commercial, an affiliate of Sunbelt Business Brokers in the State of Arizona. All listing and financial information to be verified by the buyer during due diligence. Cash Flow and Seller Discretionary Earnings (SDE) is based upon Year End 2025 P&L & signed contract work to be completed in 2026.
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The store was started in 1947 and is well known for hardware and appliances. Sales are about 65% hardware and 35% appliances. It has a large trade area. The employees are knowable and require little supervision. They have seven full time and four part time employees. They provide service on the appliances they sell. Management is looking to retire.
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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