Cash flow
$132,000
Revenue
$650,000
Down
$209,700
Posting: 287639 | Available | 7/27/24
This is a turnkey service where they provide upfront consultation and education, in home/business measurement and installation. They cover residential, small and large commercial, insurance and new construction.
Asking Price
$349,500
Cash flow
$159,650
Revenue
$504,893
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 287117 | Available | 7/23/24
Established in 2014, this home-based construction business specializes in property and building maintenance, including HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical work, and general repairs.
Asking Price
$298,000
Cash flow
$300,000
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 285492 | Available | 7/20/24
Reduced for Quick Sale! Selling to a motivated buyer who wants to increase business. The seller is relocating but would like to be an employee/RMO for the new buyer. They do a large amount of remodeling for homeowners. It includes: Kitchen, flooring, bathrooms.
Asking Price
$375,000
Cash flow
$341,797
Revenue
$1,539,648
Down
$800,000
Posting: 287602 | Available | 7/18/24
A well-established custom glass and mirror company specializes in creating custom shower enclosures, mirrors, and glass guardrails. Its clientele primarily consists of general contractors, tile contractors, and retail customers.
Asking Price
$800,000
Cash flow
$502,217
Revenue
$1,025,753
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 287159 | Available | 6/18/24
This company has been providing furniture renovation service to public buildings for almost 25 years. They refinish, reupholster, repair, and replace specialized furniture. 99% of their business is in California (Sacramento to San Diego), but they have also serviced a handful of facilities.
Asking Price
$1,150,000
Cash flow
$185,000
Revenue
$1,469,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286836 | Available | 5/29/24
Established for 30+ years and for sale for the first time, this business presents a great opportunity for a buyer to own a company that has cultivated a loyal clientele by providing exceptional craftsmanship. One of the few of its kind in Orange County, this business is consistently sought after.
Asking Price
$400,000
Cash flow
$82,770
Revenue
$212,156
Down
$15,000
Posting: 286834 | Available | 5/29/24
With over 20 successful years of business, this is a golden opportunity for anyone looking to step into a high-demand construction business. The business has a strong community presence and a trusted name, making it an established and reputable choice in the area.
Asking Price
$85,000
Cash flow
$379,489
Revenue
$2,897,957
Down
$79,000
Posting: 281198 | Available | 5/29/24
For sale is a building maintenance and construction company with real estate. They had $420,000 of SDE in 2022! It has been established for 40 years. Maintenance provides recurring revenue and generates additional, high-margin construction services. Real property is valued at $1MM.
Asking Price
$799,000
Cash flow
$314,260
Revenue
$907,753
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 283188 | Available | 5/24/24
Breez Construction is celebrating 20 years in business! They specialize in concrete, retainment, engineered walls, heavy equipment, flood control, and underground utilities. They also build new construction both residential and commercial, tenant improvements, and remodels.
Asking Price
$2,800,000
Cash flow
$147,000
Revenue
$677,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286731 | Available | 5/23/24
The Company specializes in sustainable construction, crafting eco-friendly living spaces in a major eastern USA city. through innovative green technologies such as living walls and green roofs, transforming urban environments into greener, healthier spaces for property owners.
Asking Price
$1,000,000
Cash flow
$305,370
Revenue
$1,564,370
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 285469 | Available | 5/23/24
For sale is a very profitable framing and drywall construction business biding on commercial jobs. It is established with an excellent reputation. The office manager and office administrator run the business side of the office.
Asking Price
$599,000
Cash flow
$2,475,000
Revenue
$10,000,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286696 | Available | 5/22/24
Providing quality projects on time and high-quality customer service, the Company has created a path to 'yes' regardless of the task or project. Specializing in commercial, industrial, corporate, and healthcare remodeling and maintenance, the Company has grown to be nationally recognized.
Asking Price
$7,000,000
Cash flow
$36,402
Revenue
$1,567,197
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286687 | Available | 5/21/24
This fast-growing construction & remodeling firm is a one-stop full-service construction shop that exhibits exceptional follow-through on all contracts and communication. Their business model centers on a highly tailored and systematized set of tools and processes.
Asking Price
$3,000,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 282379 | Available | 5/21/24
For sale is an established and well-regarded home renovation company that currently services over 25 suburbs in the Sacramento area. This is a great opportunity to acquire a profitable, reputable, and experienced home renovation business.
Asking Price
$4,000,000
Cash flow
$127,008
Revenue
$1,617,809
Down
$300,000
Posting: 283543 | Available | 5/18/24
Founded in 1960, this company has completed wide-ranging residential projects from full bathroom and kitchen remodels to constructing a basement under an existing home. The company runs with a long-term crew and a designer who also serves as the office manager.
Asking Price
$300,000
Cash flow
$80,000
Revenue
$286,184
Down
$135,000
Posting: 273276 | Available | 2/16/24
This specialty maintenance firm has provided post-construction cleaning services to general contractors (60%-70% of the business), architects, and upscale homeowners in the greater Los Angeles area for over 12 years. The majority of the company's business is now recurring and referral based.
Asking Price
$135,000
Cash flow
$196,280
Revenue
$1,194,901
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 285155 | Available | 2/14/24
This is a great opportunity to get involved and monetize in the construction industry, which is booming, especially in Florida. Additionally, flooring is a great sector and nicely diversified due to the demand being driven by both new construction and the R&R (remodeling & renovation) market.
Asking Price
$799,000
Cash flow
$2,750,000
Revenue
$19,363,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 283551 | Available | 10/26/23
This commercial and industrial construction general contractor was founded in 2006 after the founder determined that the construction general contractor that he was working for was on a path to being sold. The Company was extremely successful and grew substantially under his leadership.
Asking Price
$11,000,000
Cash flow
$4,158,196
Revenue
$26,183,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 280653 | Available | 10/20/23
This established landscape and construction business is providing quality landscape and construction services throughout Southern California since 2002. They are striving to bring the highest standards of professionalism, service, and quality to every job.
Asking Price
$11,000,000
Cash flow
$95,000
Revenue
$740,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 277200 | Available | 8/31/23
We are representing a bespoke, custom home builder that has in many ways been able to separate itself from the competition as being a 1-of-1 within its region. In applying and utilizing leading-edge processes and solutions, the company has created a reputation as highly proficient and specialized.
Asking Price
$185,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$1,134,811
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 276421 | Available | 6/5/23
When you need paving services, there is no better company to turn to than this one. The Company was started in 1990 and officially formed back then when they were just a small crew with big dreams of becoming New Hampshire's finest paving contractor.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
$234,448
Revenue
$819,818
Down
Call / Email
Posting: 279915 | Available | 3/29/23
This is a construction firm that has provided remodeling, carpentry structural repairs, roofing, mold remediation, and maintenance services to its loyal clients since 1991. The selling price has been drastically reduced to $165,000 for a quick sale.
Asking Price
$165,000
Cash flow
1,000,000 plus
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 257529 | Available | 3/14/23
After 25 years of estatablished business sell to retire and focus on real estate development projects. 2023 on track to show over $1,000,000 in owner benifit. Company includes $400K of hard asset, and Land with house for sale or lease/option.
Asking Price
$4,000,000
Cash flow
$159,650
Revenue
$504,893
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 287117 | Available | 7/23/24
Established in 2014, this home-based construction business specializes in property and building maintenance, including HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical work, and general repairs.
Asking Price
$298,000
Cash flow
$132,000
Revenue
$650,000
Down
$209,700
Posting: 287639 | Available | 7/27/24
This is a turnkey service where they provide upfront consultation and education, in home/business measurement and installation. They cover residential, small and large commercial, insurance and new construction.
Asking Price
$349,500
Cash flow
$82,770
Revenue
$212,156
Down
$15,000
Posting: 286834 | Available | 5/29/24
With over 20 successful years of business, this is a golden opportunity for anyone looking to step into a high-demand construction business. The business has a strong community presence and a trusted name, making it an established and reputable choice in the area.
Asking Price
$85,000
Cash flow
$180,000
Revenue
$1,134,811
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 276421 | Available | 6/5/23
When you need paving services, there is no better company to turn to than this one. The Company was started in 1990 and officially formed back then when they were just a small crew with big dreams of becoming New Hampshire's finest paving contractor.
Asking Price
$450,000
Cash flow
$379,489
Revenue
$2,897,957
Down
$79,000
Posting: 281198 | Available | 5/29/24
For sale is a building maintenance and construction company with real estate. They had $420,000 of SDE in 2022! It has been established for 40 years. Maintenance provides recurring revenue and generates additional, high-margin construction services. Real property is valued at $1MM.
Asking Price
$799,000
Cash flow
$95,000
Revenue
$740,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 277200 | Available | 8/31/23
We are representing a bespoke, custom home builder that has in many ways been able to separate itself from the competition as being a 1-of-1 within its region. In applying and utilizing leading-edge processes and solutions, the company has created a reputation as highly proficient and specialized.
Asking Price
$185,000
Cash flow
$2,750,000
Revenue
$19,363,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 283551 | Available | 10/26/23
This commercial and industrial construction general contractor was founded in 2006 after the founder determined that the construction general contractor that he was working for was on a path to being sold. The Company was extremely successful and grew substantially under his leadership.
Asking Price
$11,000,000
Cash flow
$300,000
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 285492 | Available | 7/20/24
Reduced for Quick Sale! Selling to a motivated buyer who wants to increase business. The seller is relocating but would like to be an employee/RMO for the new buyer. They do a large amount of remodeling for homeowners. It includes: Kitchen, flooring, bathrooms.
Asking Price
$375,000
Cash flow
$305,370
Revenue
$1,564,370
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 285469 | Available | 5/23/24
For sale is a very profitable framing and drywall construction business biding on commercial jobs. It is established with an excellent reputation. The office manager and office administrator run the business side of the office.
Asking Price
$599,000
Cash flow
$36,402
Revenue
$1,567,197
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286687 | Available | 5/21/24
This fast-growing construction & remodeling firm is a one-stop full-service construction shop that exhibits exceptional follow-through on all contracts and communication. Their business model centers on a highly tailored and systematized set of tools and processes.
Asking Price
$3,000,000
Cash flow
$2,475,000
Revenue
$10,000,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286696 | Available | 5/22/24
Providing quality projects on time and high-quality customer service, the Company has created a path to 'yes' regardless of the task or project. Specializing in commercial, industrial, corporate, and healthcare remodeling and maintenance, the Company has grown to be nationally recognized.
Asking Price
$7,000,000
Cash flow
$185,000
Revenue
$1,469,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286836 | Available | 5/29/24
Established for 30+ years and for sale for the first time, this business presents a great opportunity for a buyer to own a company that has cultivated a loyal clientele by providing exceptional craftsmanship. One of the few of its kind in Orange County, this business is consistently sought after.
Asking Price
$400,000
Cash flow
$341,797
Revenue
$1,539,648
Down
$800,000
Posting: 287602 | Available | 7/18/24
A well-established custom glass and mirror company specializes in creating custom shower enclosures, mirrors, and glass guardrails. Its clientele primarily consists of general contractors, tile contractors, and retail customers.
Asking Price
$800,000
Cash flow
$234,448
Revenue
$819,818
Down
Call / Email
Posting: 279915 | Available | 3/29/23
This is a construction firm that has provided remodeling, carpentry structural repairs, roofing, mold remediation, and maintenance services to its loyal clients since 1991. The selling price has been drastically reduced to $165,000 for a quick sale.
Asking Price
$165,000
Cash flow
$80,000
Revenue
$286,184
Down
$135,000
Posting: 273276 | Available | 2/16/24
This specialty maintenance firm has provided post-construction cleaning services to general contractors (60%-70% of the business), architects, and upscale homeowners in the greater Los Angeles area for over 12 years. The majority of the company's business is now recurring and referral based.
Asking Price
$135,000
Cash flow
$127,008
Revenue
$1,617,809
Down
$300,000
Posting: 283543 | Available | 5/18/24
Founded in 1960, this company has completed wide-ranging residential projects from full bathroom and kitchen remodels to constructing a basement under an existing home. The company runs with a long-term crew and a designer who also serves as the office manager.
Asking Price
$300,000
Cash flow
$314,260
Revenue
$907,753
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 283188 | Available | 5/24/24
Breez Construction is celebrating 20 years in business! They specialize in concrete, retainment, engineered walls, heavy equipment, flood control, and underground utilities. They also build new construction both residential and commercial, tenant improvements, and remodels.
Asking Price
$2,800,000
Cash flow
1,000,000 plus
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 257529 | Available | 3/14/23
After 25 years of estatablished business sell to retire and focus on real estate development projects. 2023 on track to show over $1,000,000 in owner benifit. Company includes $400K of hard asset, and Land with house for sale or lease/option.
Asking Price
$4,000,000
Cash flow
$4,158,196
Revenue
$26,183,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 280653 | Available | 10/20/23
This established landscape and construction business is providing quality landscape and construction services throughout Southern California since 2002. They are striving to bring the highest standards of professionalism, service, and quality to every job.
Asking Price
$11,000,000
Cash flow
$502,217
Revenue
$1,025,753
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 287159 | Available | 6/18/24
This company has been providing furniture renovation service to public buildings for almost 25 years. They refinish, reupholster, repair, and replace specialized furniture. 99% of their business is in California (Sacramento to San Diego), but they have also serviced a handful of facilities.
Asking Price
$1,150,000
Cash flow
$147,000
Revenue
$677,000
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 286731 | Available | 5/23/24
The Company specializes in sustainable construction, crafting eco-friendly living spaces in a major eastern USA city. through innovative green technologies such as living walls and green roofs, transforming urban environments into greener, healthier spaces for property owners.
Asking Price
$1,000,000
Cash flow
$196,280
Revenue
$1,194,901
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 285155 | Available | 2/14/24
This is a great opportunity to get involved and monetize in the construction industry, which is booming, especially in Florida. Additionally, flooring is a great sector and nicely diversified due to the demand being driven by both new construction and the R&R (remodeling & renovation) market.
Asking Price
$799,000
Cash flow
Call/Email
Revenue
Call/Email
Down
Call/Email
Posting: 282379 | Available | 5/21/24
For sale is an established and well-regarded home renovation company that currently services over 25 suburbs in the Sacramento area. This is a great opportunity to acquire a profitable, reputable, and experienced home renovation business.
Asking Price
$4,000,000
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Yes, there are ways to find businesses with growth potential that can be purchased with modest investments. But before offering any ideas about finding cheap businesses, it's important to review some of the risks involved. Peter Siegel (BizBen ProBuy Program) discusses this topic with others.
At What Point Do You Show Key Marketing Info And Materials To Buyers? Robb Hartman, Business Broker at BizBen discusses this topic with others on this BizBen Discussion.
Business buyers many times ask in my ProBuy consulting sessions - how long should I ask for due-diligence when buying a small business? The answer really depends on several factors. They include: type of business, demand for the business, complexity of the business. Advisors weigh in on this topic.
The owner selling the business doesn't have recent financial information or documentation but insists revenues are increasing. Should buyers believe the seller? What should buyers do in this situation? ProIntermediaries on BizBen answer the question of verifying seller / owner's financial claims.
When considering buying a business that is losing money one has to be very careful. There are reasons that the business could be losing money that aren't fatal or extremely difficult to fix and there are other reasons that should send you running in the other direction. Peter Siegel, MBA explains.
Asking the seller straightforward questions and getting straightforward answers in return is an important part of the buying and due diligence process. In this Discussion, both ProIntermediaries and Advisors offer thorough questions you should be asking during your meeting with a business seller.
Valuing a small business is not guess work. It's not what some other businesses of the same type may have or may not have been sold for, it's not even what a business owner "feels" they want or deserve. It is a formula based on many factors. Peter Siegel, MBA from BizBen & others discuss this topic.
