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Profitable Residential & Commercial Painting Contractor – South Florida Established in 2016, this well-regarded painting business serves a mix of 70% residential and 30% commercial clients across South Florida. The company enjoys excellent 5-star reviews and steady lead flow from networking groups, referrals, Google, BBB listings, and minority vendor status with Broward County. The owner manages sales and project oversight, while four skilled 1099 contractors handle all painting work. Included in the sale 2015 cargo van, supplier relationships, and equipment stored in a small rented unit. The business is home-based with low overhead and clean financials—2025 owner benefit was $69K, with tax returns (25/24/23) available for review. Ideal for a hands-on buyer looking to take over a reputable, turnkey operation with a solid foundation and room to grow. Seller is retiring and will assist with a smooth transition.
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Established, highly-rated residential plumbing service company in the heart of Silicon Valley. Strong margins, loyal repeat customers, and clear room to grow. This is a well-respected, independently owned plumbing service business operating throughout Santa Clara County for over five years. The company has built its reputation on five-star service, a 100% money-back guarantee (invoked only once in the company’s history), fast response times, and meticulous, clean workmanship. The result: a steady stream of repeat and referral business that continues to come in even after the owners deliberately scaled back paid advertising. The work is approximately 90% residential service and repair — leaks, clogs, water heaters/tankless, repipes, and sewer work — the high-frequency, recession-resistant “bread and butter” of the trade. The company is also equipped for higher-ticket jobs most one-truck competitors can’t touch: trenchless pipe bursting, hydro-jetting, and commercial-grade ProPress/MegaPress piping. All work is permitted and performed under an active California C-36 contractor’s license. Why this business stands out: • Exceptional profitability. 2025 gross margin of roughly 83% and seller’s discretionary earnings of about $259,000 (single-owner basis) on $814,000 of revenue. • Lean, low-overhead model. No costly commercial lease; the operation runs on a small, cross-trained team and modern field-management software (dispatching, invoicing, and inventory). • Reputation as a moat. Years of five-star Google and Yelp reviews and an established referral network of contractors and property managers drive low-cost, repeat lead flow. • Clear, fundable upside. Revenue was intentionally right-sized as the owners reduced staff and ad spend; margins expanded sharply in the process, and 2026 is rebounding (tracking roughly $90,000/month, well above 2025’s pace). A hands-on owner can reactivate advertising, raise a price book that hasn’t been updated in 2–3 years, launch the long-planned membership program, and restore after-hours service to grow from here. Ideal buyer: A licensed plumber or an existing trade/home-services company seeking an established, profitable, turnkey platform in one of the country’s strongest service markets. A California C-36 license (held by the buyer or a qualifying employee) is required to operate. Serious, qualified buyers will receive a detailed Confidential Information Memorandum after signing a nondisclosure agreement. Please do not visit the business or contact employees or customers.
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Confidential opportunity to acquire a rapidly growing, East Coast-based federal general and electrical contractor serving mission-critical public facilities across the Eastern United States. The company has built a strong reputation for managing complex infrastructure, electrical distribution, emergency-power, renovation, and facility-modernization projects in highly regulated operating environments. Its capabilities include medium-voltage systems, switchgear, generators, utility distribution, healthcare-facility improvements, new construction, and construction-management services. The business operates through a lean, scalable model in which most field labor is performed by qualified subcontractors while the company retains control of estimating, contracting, project management, scheduling, billing, cost control, safety oversight, subcontractor coordination, and margin management. This approach limits fixed overhead, reduces equipment requirements, and allows the organization to expand quickly as new projects are awarded. The company currently has approximately 16 employees and long-term consultants supporting two regional operating teams. Revenue increased more than eightfold from 2023 through 2025, reaching approximately $38 million in 2025. Adjusted EBITDA for 2025 was approximately $5.5 million after providing for market-rate replacement management. The company also has a substantial nine-figure contracted backlog, giving a buyer meaningful visibility into future revenue and gross profit. Management expects continued growth as existing projects mobilize and additional federal opportunities move through the award process. Financial information will be made available to qualified buyers after execution of a confidentiality agreement. A major competitive advantage is the company's eligibility for specialized federal contracting programs, combined with established past performance, strong project references, unlimited general and electrical contracting capabilities, and the bonding capacity required to pursue larger projects. The company's surety program currently supports significant aggregate and single-project bonding limits, creating a meaningful barrier to entry for smaller competitors. Relatively few qualified contractors can combine the required certification, licensing, bonding, safety credentials, federal experience, and project-management infrastructure at this scale. The organization is designed to operate with limited owner involvement. Regional leaders and project-management personnel handle day-to-day bidding, mobilization, scheduling, subcontractor management, safety, reporting, and project execution. The owner primarily provides high-level oversight, contract approvals, invoice processing, vendor payments, and licensing or qualification support. The seller is pursuing retirement after a long career in construction and is willing to provide an orderly transition and remain available in a compensated consulting or qualifying role, subject to mutually acceptable terms. The ideal buyer is a strategic general contractor, electrical contractor, federal-services provider, engineering or infrastructure platform, or private-equity-backed construction group seeking immediate access to established federal past performance and a substantial contracted backlog. A well-capitalized buyer may be able to accelerate growth by increasing working capital and bonding capacity, expanding into adjacent federal agencies and geographies, strengthening the back office, and pursuing larger single-pr
Well established commercial and industrial plumbing company serving the Phoenix area since 2007. Strong reputation, steady work, and a loyal customer base. Owners are semi-absentee Business has a team of 28 employees -
Established Northern Arizona commercial plumbing contractor with 22+ years of operating history, serving general contractors as a trusted trade partner across Northern Arizona, the Phoenix metro, tribal lands, and parts of New Mexico. Scope spans new commercial construction, tenant improvements, underground site utilities, topout and trim, and water and wastewater projects. The business is owner-light with a six-plumber field team (three lead plumbers run job sites), holds an active SAM federal credential that transfers with the entity at sale and unlocks tribal and federal-channel work most competitors cannot perform, and runs the majority of revenue through established repeat general contractor relationships ranging from 1.5 to 12+ years tenure. Fiscal year ending March 2026 was the highest-earning year in company history with meaningful contracted backlog continuing into the next fiscal year. The owners are willing to help in a transition for up to a six-month time period.
Premier Marine Dock, Seawall construction company for sell in Tampa Bay FL. New seawall installation, repairs, erosion control and new dock installation. Growing industry, especially in Pinellas County due to the storms and heightened county/city storm codes. This company can handle canal or open project work. They work with materials that handle the West Florida climate. Large growth potential as owner is nearing the age of retirement and hasn't looked to grow in years. Seller wiling to qualify the business and stay on and to perform sales for an extended period of time. 5 month backlog. The seller is offering financing for a qualified buyer.
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Established specialty contractor serving commercial, municipal, and residential clients with decorative asphalt paving and pavement enhancement services. The business specializes in colored pavement systems, decorative crosswalks, streetscapes, parking lots, plazas, bike lanes, and custom paving projects using advanced proprietary and licensed technologies. Operations are supported by an experienced in-house team, specialized equipment, and a long-standing reputation for delivering complex, high-quality installations. The company has developed strong relationships with municipalities, developers, property managers, and private clients, resulting in substantial repeat business and referrals. With nearly three decades of operating history, recognized technical expertise, and opportunities to expand marketing efforts, geographic reach, and recurring maintenance services, this business offers an established platform for continued growth under new ownership.
The company is a commercial HVAC service that provides fast and reliable service to long term clients. They specialize in preventative maintenance contracts (30+ current contracts) with building owners that include tune-ups, diagnostics, checking, fixing, and replacing filters, belts, freon, and more. Another major service provided is the installation and maintenance of Alerton brand DDC (Direct Digital Control) HVAC systems. Various other projects are added to their workload throughout the year when needed. The company has a very reliable base of revenue and has grown steadily since 2014 with 2021 being a down year due to a hold on new projects starting in 2020 related to Covid restrictions. Revenues are directly related to current relationships with building owners. There is no budget for marketing or advertising as it is not necessary. The ideal new owners should have extensive experience in HVAC and all related licenses necessary to do work in the state of Utah. Established HVAC companies looking to grow through acquiring maintenance contracts would be a good fit.
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*****Please check your SPAM folder for NDA**** Imagine stepping into a thriving HVAC business that's been the trusted name in Michiana since 1990. You'll inherit over 35 years of reputation building and a loyal customer base of 3,200 homeowners who rely on this company for their comfort needs. This isn't just any HVAC business - it's a well-oiled machine serving Northern Indiana and Southwest Michigan with heating and cooling installations, repairs, maintenance, water heater replacements, indoor air quality solutions, and emergency services. You'll love the diversified revenue streams that keep cash flow steady year-round. The numbers tell an impressive growth story. Revenue jumped from $634,000 in 2023 to nearly $977,000 over the trailing twelve months, while your potential earnings as owner reached approximately $309,000. That's the kind of performance that gets your attention. What makes this opportunity special? You're getting a lean operation without the headache of customer concentration risk - your revenue comes from thousands of satisfied homeowners, not just a few big contracts. The business practically runs itself with established systems and processes. The current owner is ready to retire but committed to helping you succeed. You'll get transition support to ensure you hit the ground running from day one. This is your chance to own a profitable, established business in an essential industry where people always need heating and cooling services. Whether you're an experienced HVAC professional looking to own your own shop or a business-minded individual seeking a solid investment, this opportunity offers the foundation for continued growth in a recession-resistant industry.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a simple, highly profitable wholesale flooring distribution business built for the repeat buyer the retail model doesn’t serve. Big‑box chains are designed for homeowners — not builders, contractors, rehabbers, investors, or restoration companies who need consistent SKUs, deep in-stock inventory, and pricing that protects their margins. This company fills that gap. The operation is intentionally lean and easy to run: one owner, no employees, no installation, no job‑site work. The business simply imports proven products by the container, stocks running lines year‑round for immediate availability, and loads orders in minutes. Processes are streamlined, overhead is low, and demand is steady. More than 95% of revenue comes from organic, word‑of‑mouth repeat buyers. Trailing‑12 SDE is $556K on $1.82M revenue, with year‑over‑year growth and virtually no marketing or sales staff, leaving the core growth levers untouched. Included in the sale: a fully equipped warehouse with a below‑market lease, forklifts, delivery truck, racking, a 1,500+ customer database, and long‑standing direct‑import supplier relationships. Ideal for a hands‑on owner‑operator or a buyer/investor who prefers to install a manager and step back. The seller, a 30+ year industry veteran, will provide structured training and a smooth transition. Confidentiality is maintained throughout the process. The business name, exact location, and full CIM are provided only after a signed NDA and proof of funds.
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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