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This Kansas City metro area business is a premium residential and commercial lighting provider anchored by high-margin architectural and landscape installations, with additional revenue streams from specialty lighting, upgrades, and ongoing service work. It serves an affluent, referral-driven customer base and benefits from strong relationships with landscape architects, builders, and other trade partners who consistently generate qualified leads. With a proven track record—growing its client base more than 4x under current ownership—the company operates from a well-equipped flex warehouse and delivers projects ranging from a few fixtures to large-scale custom installations. Over half of revenue is driven by referrals and repeat clients, supported by strong online reviews and targeted marketing, creating a highly efficient, relationship-driven sales model with recurring revenue opportunities.
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1. Proven legacy and stable opportunity With decades of trusted service, this glazing contractor has earned a reputation as a reliable partner among GCs, institutional clients, and military contractors. A balanced project mix—roughly 30% in new construction and 70% in rehab and tenant finish—has fueled consistent demand. A robust active backlog of $1.0–$1.5 million offers the next owner both earnings visibility and revenue continuity. 2. Financial strength and turnkey readiness 2024 revenue stands at $3.22 million, delivering an SDE of $352,024 — a solid 11% margin. The sale includes about $75,000 in inventory and $128,000 in FF&E, enabling a seamless operational transition with minimal capital investment. 3. Strategic niche with expansion potential This business thrives in high-margin, less crowded markets—specializing in military and institutional glazing contracts where competition is limited. Backed by a seasoned cadre of union-trained glaziers and foremen, the company ensures high-quality delivery. Buyers can immediately scale by enhancing digital marketing, adding complementary services (e.g. sheet-metal fabrication), and pursuing further government contracts. There's also physical expansion potential via adjacent facility space. 4. Smooth transition and a compelling investment The retiring owner is committed to a smooth handoff, offering up to two years of transition support—including client introductions and project oversight—which protects customer relationships and operational stability. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a well-run, reputable glazing contractor with strong fundamentals, defensible revenue streams, and genuine upside for a strategic buyer or operator.
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This is an opportunity to acquire a 22 year old well-established commercial carpet cleaning company with a strong reputation and a loyal base of recurring commercial clients. The business focuses exclusively on commercial properties, providing predictable cash flow and repeat business. Key Highlights: • Recurring Commercial Accounts – Long-term clients including office buildings, medical facilities, and professional properties • Consistent Cash Flow – Contract and repeat service work drives dependable revenue • Turnkey Operation – Owner Operated Home Based Business • Recession-Resilient Industry – Essential maintenance services required regardless of economic conditions • Growth Opportunities – Expand services, increase marketing, add complementary floor or janitorial services, or grow geographically The business has established processes that allow for efficient scheduling, service delivery, and customer retention. A new owner can step in and operate immediately or scale the business with additional marketing and service offerings. Ideal Buyer: • Owner-operator seeking a stable service business • Existing cleaning or facilities maintenance company looking for an add-on acquisition • Investor seeking recurring revenue with operational infrastructure in place Seller is willing to provide training and transition support to ensure a smooth handoff. Confidential sale: Additional details available to qualified buyers upon execution of a non-disclosure agreement.
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A highly respected, profitable, and established engineering firm located in the Kansas City metro area is for sale. The owner is retiring, presenting an excellent opportunity for a strategic acquirer seeking to add or expand their capabilities in the Kansas and Missouri markets. As a distinguished market leader, the firm has established an impeccable financial trajectory, characterized by consistent year-over-year growth in both revenue and EBITDA throughout the last five years. While many established firms experience stagnation, this company is currently entering a high-velocity expansion phase, with 2026 projected to be its most profitable year to date. With a legacy spanning several decades, this firm has built a deep-rooted and trusted reputation. The business has a robust, referral-driven pipeline and a diverse client base that includes municipalities, school districts, architectural and engineering firms, and developers. In addition to Geotechnical Investigations and Reporting, the firm offers a full suite of IBC Chapter 17-required inspections, including structural steel, concrete, soils, and fireproofing. Longstanding client relationships and low churn highlight the firm’s credibility as a trusted third-party agency. The company has a proven ability to deliver the responsiveness and flexibility of a small business while consistently meeting the rigorous performance standards of larger competitors. With a team of 25 experienced full-time office and field employees and a scalable team infrastructure, the firm is well-positioned for continued growth. This is an ideal opportunity for a strategic buyer seeking a turnkey operation with a strong market presence, a loyal client base, and a scalable team.
Established, reputable landscaping and lawn care company with a strong base of recurring residential and commercial clients. The business provides a full range of services, including: -Lawn maintenance and mowing -Landscape design and installation -Seasonal cleanups and mulching -Fertilization and weed control -Irrigation and drainage solutions -Snow removal (optional seasonal revenue) Known for high-quality service, reliability, and long-term customer relationships. Equipment is well-maintained and included in the sale. This a turnkey opportunity for an owner-operator or strategic buyer.
National transaction benchmarks for service 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 service business acquisitions.
A pest-control, cleaning, or landscaping firm with recurring agreements is worth far more than one living on one-off jobs; get the contracted share and the renewal rate.
A few large accounts can carry — and walk with — the business; review the top customers, contract lengths, and cancellation terms.
In many service businesses the owner is the salesperson and the trusted contact; understand who holds the customers and the transition plan.
These are labor-heavy; understand staffing, turnover, wage pressure, and whether key crews stay.
Pest control, security, legal, and waste businesses carry licenses and obligations that may be tied to the owner — and some, like dry cleaners, carry environmental exposure.
Low-capital service businesses are easy to dress up; scrutinize owner add-backs, vehicle and equipment condition, and whether the margins hold.
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