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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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Amazing opportunity to own an HVAC company serving the Bellingham area. They are 100% residential, with no refrigeration or new construction. They have flat rate pricing, a CRM in place, and the payroll is outsourced. The accounting software used is QB, and they have 375 maintenance agreements.
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Amazing opportunity to own an HVAC company located in Prince Georges county. They are 80% residential, 20% commercial with no new construction or refrigeration. They have a CRM in place, flat rate pricing, and 150 maintenance agreements. The accounting system used is QuickBooks, 30 changeouts in the last 12 months, and the split is 65% plumbing, 35% HVAC.
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Fantastic opportunity to own a multi-trade company that serves the Greater Lansing area. They are 90% residential, 10% commercial, with 20% new construction. The business split is 30% plumbing and 70% HVAC, with no refrigeration. They have flat rate pricing in place, 400 maintenance agreements, and approximately 3,700 active customers in their database. They have a CRM in place, use QuickBooks for their accounting system, and outsource the payroll to a CPA.
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This opportunity was built for entrepreneurs who want ownership, control, and speed. Industries still available: - HVAC Services - Roofing - Landscaping - Pools & Spas - Pressure Washing - Moving Services - Pet Waste Removal - Tree Services Unlike a traditional franchise model, these opportunities come with no royalties, no ongoing revenue sharing, no territory restrictions, and no corporate oversight. You are not buying the right to operate someone else's business. You are acquiring a complete business foundation that you own outright from day one. This turnkey opportunity includes a professionally developed brand, website, marketing assets, operating framework, and launch resources designed to help you get into business quickly and start generating revenue faster than if you were to start from scratch. What's Included: 1. Professionally designed business brand and identity 2. Premium domain name and website 3. Marketing-ready assets and graphics 4. Local service business operating framework 5. Launch guidance and implementation resources 6. AI-powered business support tools 7. Lead generation and marketing recommendations 8. Full ownership of all business assets Everything transfers to the new owner. - No licensing agreements. - No royalties. - No ongoing franchise fees. - No corporate approval processes. Why This Opportunity Exists: Most aspiring business owners don't fail because they can't run a business. They fail because they never get started. Building a business from zero often requires months of work before a customer is ever served. Naming the company, designing a logo, building a website, creating marketing materials, developing systems, and establishing credibility can consume significant time and money. This opportunity removes much of that upfront burden. The foundation is already built. Instead of spending months building infrastructure, you can focus on sales, operations, customer service, and growth. This opportunity is ideal for: - First-time entrepreneurs - Corporate professionals seeking business ownership - Existing operators expanding into new markets - Sales professionals looking for greater upside - Investors seeking owner-operator opportunities - Service industry professionals ready to work for themselves No industry experience is required, though experience in business, sales, marketing, or operations can be beneficial. The Anti-Franchise Advantage Traditional franchises often require: - $50,000 to $150,000+ franchise fees - Ongoing royalties - Revenue sharing - Territory restrictions - Corporate approvals - Required vendors - Long-term contracts This opportunity takes a different approach. You maintain full control over pricing, operations, hiring, vendors, marketing, expansion, and growth strategies. You keep 100% of the profits you generate. You own the business assets. You decide how to build the company. Investment Highlights: - Turnkey launch-ready business - Modern professional branding - Complete ownership transfer - No franchise fees - No royalties - No revenue sharing - No long-term agreements - Scalable service-based model - Remote management potential depending on industry - Built for local market expansion Important Note This is NOT an existing operating company with historical financial statements, employees, customers, or recurring revenue unless specifically stated elsewhere in this listing. These are turnkey business platforms designed to dramatically reduce the time, cost, and complexity associated with starting a new service business from scratch. Buyers are encouraged to perform their own due diligence and consult legal, accounting, and business advisors before making an acquisition decision. If you've considered starting a service business, buying a franchise, or acquiring a small local company, this opportunity provides a faster and more flexible path.
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Fantastic opportunity serving the NE California area. They are 95% residential, 5% commercial with <12% new construction and no refrigeration. They have flat rate pricing, a CRM in place, and 560 maintenance agreements. They have completed 150 changeouts in the last 12 months and 5,453 customers in their database.
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35-year-old residential heating and air company serving Northern Indiana and Southern Michigan. 35-year track record of providing quality service to long term customers. Well trained staff in place. The business currently has 80 active maintenance agreements in place and has completed 204 HVAC system change-outs over the past 12 months. Approximately 95% of revenue is generated from residential customers, with little to no refrigeration work performed. Less than 10% of the company's revenue is derived from new construction projects, resulting in a business model that is primarily focused on service, repair, and replacement work. The company primarily offers equipment from Amana and Rinnai and maintains a database of more than 3,100 active customers. Included in the sale is approximately $40,000 of inventory. Financial records are maintained using QuickBooks, and payroll administration is outsourced through ADP. The business does not currently utilize a CRM system, presenting an opportunity for operational enhancements and customer relationship management improvements. Additionally, there are no pending lawsuits or workers' compensation claims, providing buyers with confidence in the company's legal and operational standing.
National transaction benchmarks for hvac 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 HVAC business acquisitions.
The most reliable indicator of HVAC business quality is the size and retention rate of its maintenance agreement (MA) base. Each MA typically generates $150-$300 in annual recurring revenue and produces 3-5x more replacement leads than non-agreement customers. Ask for MA count, renewal rate, and how long agreements have been in place. A business with 500+ active MAs and 80%+ renewal rate commands a significant premium over one without.
Businesses using flat-rate pricing are substantially more transferable than time-and-material shops. Flat-rate systems remove individual technician pricing discretion, making revenue more predictable, margins more consistent, and the business easier for a new owner to manage. When reviewing listings, flat-rate pricing is a positive signal. Time-and-material shops can be converted, but budget for a 6-12 month transition period.
Every state requires HVAC contractors to hold a valid license, and most are tied to a specific qualifying individual - typically the owner or a designated employee. When a business sells, the buyer must hold their own license, hire a licensed qualifier, or negotiate a transition period. Confirm the license situation early in diligence. Businesses where the owner is also the qualifier carry key-person risk that will directly affect valuation.
Residential HVAC businesses tend to be more transferable - customer relationships are distributed across thousands of households rather than concentrated in a few commercial accounts. Commercial-heavy businesses (50%+ commercial) warrant deeper diligence on contract terms, renewal dates, and whether contracts are assignable to a new owner. A residential business with a strong MA base and diversified customer geography is typically the most straightforward acquisition.
HVAC businesses are highly seasonal - revenue peaks in summer (cooling) and winter (heating), with shoulder months in spring and fall. Ask for monthly revenue breakdowns across at least two full years to understand the true seasonal pattern. Buyers who close during peak season may not see trough cash flow until months later. SDE calculations should normalize for seasonal working capital and owner compensation timing.
The presence of a modern field service CRM - ServiceTitan, FieldEdge, Housecall Pro - indicates the business has been run systematically rather than from the owner's memory. CRM-equipped businesses have documented customer histories, job costing data, and technician metrics that support a clean transition. Businesses without a CRM are not disqualified, but plan for 3-6 months of systems implementation post-close.
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