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Are you interested in buying a general contracting business? If so, Synergy Business Brokers has experience with the sale of these businesses. Perhaps you are interested in buying a general contractor that also specializes in other types of work such as Roofing, Electrical, HVAC, Insulation, Architecture, or Kitchen and Bath.

Or maybe you want to purchase a general contractor that hires subcontractors and oversees the work.  If one of our general contractors below is of interest, please fill out our electronic Non-Disclosure Agreement on the listing you are interested in, and an M&A Broker will follow up with you.

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General Contracting Companies for Sale

There are many different types of buyers, which can range from individuals to large construction companies and private equity firms. The construction industry is one that will always be around. General contractors that have built up expertise and a great reputation can be very profitable. They will often grow based on referrals and word of mouth. When an experienced buyer purchases the firm, they can often grow it even more with advertising and marketing.

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Commercial General Contracting Business
$1,400,000
Annual Revenue: $4,000,000 Net Cash Flow: $524,000

Reputable commercial construction business serving the Chicago area.

Most projects are mostly commercial interior and exterior remodels. Because of their excellent attention to detail and great reputation, most of their business comes from referrals and word-of-mouth.

The seller is retiring and will stay on for a reasonable amount of time to allow for an easy transition.

A new owner could easily take this business to the next level by updating the website and marketing more.

Their 8 long-term employees will continue in their roles, ensuring operational continuity.

PLEASE NOTE: Only buyers with construction experience will be considered.

**Revenue and cash flow are forecasted based on 2024 year-to-date financials. **

Kendall County, Illinois
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High-End Concrete And Masonry Contractor With Consistent 15-20% YoY Growth
$35,000,000
Annual Revenue: $18,500,000 Net Cash Flow: $5,700,000

The Company is a well-established construction firm specializing in high-quality concrete and masonry services. With decades of industry experience, it has built a reputation for delivering complex projects with exceptional craftsmanship.  

The company operates a subcontracting-based business model, with an emphasis on providing high-end residential, as well as commercial projects. It handles projects typically valued between $500K and $4M.

Team: The team consists of 85 skilled experts, most with an average of 10+ years of field experience.

  • Investment Highlights:
    • Reputation for Excellence: The company has built a strong reputation over 25 years, with high client satisfaction and a track record of recurring contracts and projects. The company is well regarded among general contractors, further bolstering its reputation as a reliable and trusted partner in the industry.
    • Consistent Project Pipeline: A network of loyal, repeat clients and referrals ensures the project pipeline remains consistently full, mitigating cyclicality and unpredictability of demand.
    • Backlog: A backlog with a project value of $5m, scheduled for delivery over the next 3 months.
    • Demand: Upscale residential construction in the area is expected to remain strong, driven by clients’ preference for custom-built homes and the growing number of individuals with higher purchasing power.
    • Differentiation: The company delivers expert, high-quality, and on-time project completion with particular attention to safety. This combination has allowed it to consistently win contracts, despite charging a premium over competitors.

 Key financials

Current pipeline and backlog value is $11.7m

Estimate 2024: Revenue $18.5 | EBITDA $5.7m

Full 2023: Revenue $15.0m | EBITDA $3.5m

Full 2022: Revenue $14.5m | EBITDA $2.5m

Transaction:

  • The company’s owners are considering selling 100% of the shares.
  • The decision to exit is driven by the owner’s planned retirement. However, the owners are open to supporting the transition for up to 12 months, with preferences for a shorter span and consulting role.

** Confidential Information will be shared with qualified buyers only. **

Southwest, Florida
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Water and Wastewater Treatment Heavy Construction Contractor
$5,000,000
Annual Revenue: $21,000,000 Net Cash Flow: $1,000,000

This well-established General Contractor is located in Dallas, Texas. The business specializes in a comprehensive range of services related to water and wastewater treatment solutions. It offers rehabilitation services for water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, lift stations, pump stations, and transfer stations. The business also specializes in constructing new water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, chemical systems, and UV systems.

Their expertise includes centrifuges, filter installation and repair, and home water treatment solutions. Additionally, they provide transfer station repairs to ensure efficient and reliable transfer of waste and materials. They have been established for more than 60 years.

The company values its employees and recognizes their importance in the success of the business. They strive to provide a respectful and dignified work environment while continually evaluating safety, cleanliness, and accommodations for employees to ensure they compare favorably with good industry practices. The company is committed to working for the benefit of its customers and employees to improve its competitive position. They are dedicated to providing excellent jobs for their team members and strive to create an atmosphere of harmony and opportunity for everyone in the company.

Dallas, Texas
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Commercial Rigging and Construction Services Company
$2,100,000
Annual Revenue: $3,740,712 Net Cash Flow: $858,530

Founded more than 50 years ago, the company is a privately owned commercial rigging, hauling, storage, and crane services business in the Washington, D.C., Metro area. It has performed projects for high-profile general contractors, government agencies, museums, and Fortune 1000 clients who trust it with complex projects.

The company has built a strong reputation with repeat customers in the industry and region, such as Turner Construction, GE Medical, and various government agencies. The company is poised for acquisition with a $2.4M backlog and many high-potential bids in the marketplace. Key employees are willing to accommodate a transition period or employment contracts.

Employees: The company has 17 employees, including the President, and has a union-based workforce, which is key to accessing the client base.

Location: Washington DC Metro, 12-Month Lease, expiring July 9, 2025, $39,000 monthly.

  • Triple Net: Annual Real Estate Taxes $55,000. /Annual Insurance $8,000. / Annual Utilities $23,000;  (6) Month Extension Option at the same monthly lease amount.
  • 40,000 sq. ft. warehouse / 5,000 sq. ft. office space / Total yard space 4 acres

Business Highlights:

  • The business has a strong team with an excellent regional reputation.
  • Machinery and equipment have been valued at over $900K.
  • Profitable, with excellent cash flow and ability to expand services and regions.
  • Word-of-mouth referrals keep the business busy without advertising.
  • Easily expandable services in a high-growth region with access to high-profile customers.

* The Presidents salary has been normalized as an add-back for EBITDA.

Metro Area of, Washington DC
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Utility Support Construction Company for sale includes Property
$12,500,000
Annual Revenue: $12,000,000 Net Cash Flow: $2,000,000

Entering its fourth decade in business, this construction company specializes in heavy civil construction, supporting essential utility service providers such as ConEd and National Grid. The firm enjoys a well-earned outstanding reputation for the delivery of safe, efficient, and timely completion of complicated projects.  Excellent workmanship and a skilled, tenured staff permit the company to entertain projects as wide-ranging as concrete work including foundations, retaining walls, waterproofing, excavation, and trenching to masonry, and asphalt paving. There is a fertile stream of lucrative recurring opportunities such as utility substation spill control and countermeasure projects, storm damage fortification for power stations including installation of heavy-duty footings, walls, and foundations, and shoreline restoration and general erosion protection.

Based out of a 14,500 sf warehouse, the business is being offered with its property which is included in the sale price.  Motivated staff and transparent owner willing to stay on for an extended transition period complete this legacy offering. An impressive fleet of company-owned vehicles featuring vacuum boom trucks, roll-off dump trucks, concrete pump trucks, and multiple excavators allow the company to complete multifaceted tasks such as constricted excavation, soft digging, limited access to concrete pouring into industrial waste hauling. Ownership’s commitment to providing unparalleled service has been rewarded with a loyal and stable customer base as witnessed by its strong year-over-year performance. Growth opportunities include expansion of the service area, entertaining more bids, installation, and execution of a formal sales and marketing plan, and offering additional services.

Nassau County, New York
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Commercial Building Contractor, 70% Long-Term Client Revenue*
$2,700,000
Annual Revenue: $18,753,174 Net Cash Flow: $710,348

This established commercial construction company specializes in commercial construction and design/build services and has a solid reputation for excellence in the state of Florida.

The company has a strong track record of completing a wide range of projects across various sectors, including medical, office, retail, educational, storage, restaurant, religious, and municipal.

In 2023, the company generated $18.7 million in revenue, showcasing its financial strength. Despite the challenges posed by the global pandemic, it stabilized the gross margin at 8%. Notably, the Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (SDE) were $0.71 million in 2023.

Note: (*) refers to revenue in 2022 that comes from long-term customers or multi-year projects.

Team: CEO – 1 FT, Director of Ops – 1 FT, Accountant – 1 FT, Administrative – 1 FT, Project Managers – 2 FT, Asst. Project Manager – 1 FT, Estimator – 1 FT, Site Supervisor 4 – FT. The company also has occasional day labor on each job site for mostly clean-up activities.

Services and Clients: The company provides full-suite construction & contractor management, and design services for commercial and institutional clients. Its expertise extends to clients in medical offices, assisted living facilities, self-storage, churches, school districts, universities, food service, municipal, tech, and aerospace amongst others. Most of the company projects are negotiated or repeat projects, with very little bidding done – 70% long-term client revenue (*).

Project Pipeline – The company possesses a robust project pipeline consisting of contracted projects worth $41.7 million and has signed agreements for upcoming projects totaling $10 million. This pipeline ensures a steady stream of projects and presents an excellent opportunity for the acquiring party to capitalize on future business prospects.

Florida
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Heavy Highway Construction: Excavation – Has Accepted Offer
$23,000,000
Annual Revenue: $27,600,000 Net Cash Flow: $6,900,000

This business has an accepted offer. Please view our other Construction Companies for sale.

The business was started over 20 years ago after the owner identified a need for a specialty contractor in the heavy civil engineering space.  Due to the excellent relationships built with general contractors and industry growth, there is a two-year backlog of work – valued at about $22MM+ 2/2024.

The current staff is fully trained and able to sustain the current workload and take the business to the next level.  The Company operates out of one location that includes administrative space and maintenance yards.

Equipment/Inventory/Vehicles:   Included with the sale is equipment valued at around $13.5MM using normal Orderly Liquidation at Fair Market Value. All Equipment is in good working condition.

**Annual Revenue and Cash Flow: 2024 Year End Estimate**

Columbus, Ohio
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DCAM Certified Construction Company – Has Accepted Offer
$4,995,000
Annual Revenue: $10,370,885 Net Cash Flow: $1,015,762

This business has an accepted offer. Please view our other Construction Companies for sale

Established 40 years, this DCAM certified general contracting business serves public and private clients in all phases of commercial and residential construction and renovation across all of Massachusetts. The DCAM certification affords access to large state and federally funded projects through an online bid system without the need for a sales staff. They are licensed, bonded, and fully insured. Repeat clients include municipalities throughout MA, colleges, universities, and corporations. Their expertise meets the needs of diverse industries and specialty use venues. Project values can exceed $10M. Their success is continuing with a healthy backlog of booked business for 2022. They retain a key set of seasoned professionals on staff and have a dedicated and reliable network of skill-specific professional subcontractors to bring in based on the project’s needs. This presents a unique opportunity for the right buyer.

Worchester County, Massachusetts
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Concrete Sealing, Polishing, and Painting – Sold
$8,800,000
Annual Revenue: $16,350,000 Net Cash Flow: $2,600,000

This business has been sold. Please contact us to sell your concrete business in Virginia or any other state. If you are interested in purchasing a contracting business please view our construction companies for sale.

The company has been providing cleaning and concrete polishing and sealing services to customers in the northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington D.C., metro areas for over 30 years. They maintain many of its original customers and serve as one of the premier polished concrete experts on the East Coast. The company’s painting and wall covering division has grown since its launch five years ago, headed by well-established and respected industry professionals.

In 2019, they entered the technical data cleaning market, concentrating on growth in this field before COVID presented an additional path for growth with disinfecting. Attention is now turned back to the technical side of data cleaning with a new $650,000 contract. Work in this industry typically carries a gross profit margin of 60% or higher.

They perform jobs in any of the following disciplines: polished concrete, dust proofing concrete, caulking of floors, interior and exterior painting, architectural final clean which now includes technical cleaning of high-powered equipment, including servers. Once a customer is engaged, the Company captures multiple facets. The strength of this is that the general contractor now has a single source provider for a wider range of activities with one established, innovative, and safety-driven company.

They have 35 employees and offer:

  • Painting professionals with vast knowledge
  • Experts in highly technical wall coverings and paint products
  • Certified installers in unique applications
  • Cost-effective concrete flooring treatment with low upkeep
  • Concrete polishing typically runs at 20% of the expense of maintaining a waxed floor
  • Specialized equipment and highly trained personnel
  • Custom solutions for interior or exterior projects
  • Recognized for consistency and ability to continually offer innovative products
  • Top-tier installer of high-performance resinous floor systems for commercial projects in the DC Metro region
Prince William County, Virginia
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Commercial Electrical Contractor Specializing in Large Pharmaceutical Laboratories – Sold
$2,500,000
Annual Revenue: $2,812,234 Net Cash Flow: $641,000

This business has been sold. Please view our other Electrical Contractors for sale and other Construction Companies for sale.  If you are interested in selling your electrical contractor please contact us for a confidential consultation.

Established more than 30 years ago, this niche electrical contractor located in central NJ has maintained and grown 100% of its customer base since it was launched. The business is approved for SBA financing.

The company primarily supports the initial build-out as well as upgrades to the electrical infrastructure of pharmaceutical laboratories. Some of the work done revolves around the installation of generators, new services, upgrades to electrical panels, and uninterrupted power supplies. In addition to the pharmaceutical companies, the company renders services to other businesses, such as nursing homes and schools. It handles all the electrical tasks, from obtaining permits to conducting the final inspection of a finished project.

Typically, the team consists of around 8 to 10 skilled technicians. Although the owners plan to retire, they are willing to provide support during the transition period as necessary.

Scope Of Work:

  • Thirty-eight years of installing electrical work and maintenance for Pharmaceutical
  • Labs, R&D Facilities, Private Schools, Nursing Homes, and Warehouses.
  • All electrical work is from the ground up, value-engineered projects.
  • Installation of electrical services of up to 4000 amps, some high voltage work.
  • Generators up to (1) megawatt, UPS systems.
  • The contractor has all tenants who occupy building(s) as continued relationships.
  • Daily maintenance/work orders and new installations coming in weekly.
  • A great relationship with local inspectors and all engineering firms.
  • The contractor strives to have a zero-punch list from tenants.
  • Employees are trained to do a quality job.
  • The electrical contractor has contacts if prospective buyers want to bid on and expand out.
  • All work is done with owners/representatives of companies, not general contractors.
  • Work consists of activities from daily maintenance to year-long projects.
Middlesex County, New Jersey
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Niche Construction Co w/ Repeat Fortune 500 Customers – Sold
$2,900,000
Annual Revenue: $8,435,123 Net Cash Flow: $1,282,472

This business has been sold. Please view our other Construction Companies for sale and contact us if you would like to sell your construction company in Massachusetts or anywhere else.

For over 30 years, this New England-based business has built long-standing relationships with top-tier customers who operate in the gas station, convenience store, and trucking industries. Projects include new builds as customers add locations and renovations to meet regulatory and expansion requirements. They have extensive technical experience in their specialty and also self-perform all of their own site work and environmental work with their extensive fleet of heavy equipment. In addition, they operate as the general contractor on their projects to ensure control and quality service delivery across the entire project. Their completed projects span the East Coast with a focus on the Northeast. Their fleet of heavy equipment, vehicles, and tools, which are all self-maintained, ensures quality delivery and capacity across multiple projects. With a robust pipeline of projects, they are poised for continued growth. Over $ 1.5 million worth of equipment and assets are included in the sale.

Massachusetts
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HVAC Company – Sold
$1,200,000
Annual Revenue: $2,300,000 Net Cash Flow: $486,000

This company has been sold. Please view our HVAC businesses for sale or our Construction Businesses for sale.

This HVAC contractor is well established and has a loyal following in the marketplace. Having served in the current market for over 20 years they are well known and respected in the area. The company offers residential and light commercial installation, maintenance, and repair for Air Conditioning and Heating. There is a solid mix of new installation, service contracts, emergency and routine repair to an extensive list of loyal clients in the market. 

The owner operates in both a General Manager and Sales Capacity. The office is fully staffed and runs day-to-day operations. Field staff, technicians and installers are well trained and sufficient to cover the market served.

Real Estate: Owner-owned and available. The owner will either structure a long-term favorable fair market lease or sell the property as a package deal. The estimated value of Real Estate is $300,000. Package deal valued at $1,500,000. RE additional at $300,000 to the above price of $1,200,000.

Growth: Additional technicians, expanding the geographic market served 

Equipment/Inventory: Inventory, tools, and trucks – Estimated fair market value $150,000

Reason for Sale: Retirement

Financing: Available – SBA Eligible with 10-20% down

Transition: Ideal individual will have an HVAC background. The owner will remain for a period TBD to ensure a smooth transition.

Contact us to help you sell your HVAC business in New York and throughout the country.

Finger Lakes Region, New York
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Electrical Contracting Company – Sold
$950,000
Annual Revenue: $2,533,000 Net Cash Flow: $500,000

This business has been sold. Please view our other Electrical Contracting Companies for sale as well as our other  Construction Companies for sale.  If you are considering selling your electrical contractor in NJ or any other state, please contact us for a confidential consultation.

Well established Electrical Contracting company with a solid reputation.

This well-known Electrical contracting company has been in business for over 30 years, servicing 8 counties in New Jersey. There are more than 15 long-term employees capable of handling large-scale industrial, commercial, municipal, and custom residential projects.

Long-standing partnerships with General contractors & property management companies keep this company extremely busy. There is no customer concentration and many new projects in the pipeline, all acquired without any advertising.

Excellent support staff are in place to enable this company to complete projects in a timely manner and with quality workmanship.

The ideal candidates for this business would be potential buyers in the construction industry looking to grow by acquisition and/or any Electrical contractor looking to own their own business.

The owner is looking to retire and will support the new owner in transition.

Bergen County, New Jersey
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Construction Inspection & Testing – Sold
$1,500,000
Annual Revenue: $6,425,000 Net Cash Flow: $550,000

This business has been sold. Please view our other Construction Businesses for sale.

Contact us if you would like to sell a Building Inspection and Materials Testing Business in New York or anywhere in the Eastern US.

Leading Construction Testing and Inspection Firm. This prominent company is one of the few that offers all 3 types of inspections: Materials, Non-Destructive, and “Special.”  Materials: Concrete and masonry both field and lab, rebar, footings, fireproofing, soils, and structural steel. Non-Destructive: Radiography, ultrasonic, magnetic particle, and liquid dye penetrant. Special Inspections meet specific state as well as national standards.  The full complement of management will remain in place with new ownership.

Ownership: Ownership is 100% absentee – Executive Management will assure a smooth transition and remain as long as reasonably needed. Executive Management is ready for retirement.

Real Estate: Current appraised value of owned Real Estate is approximately $2,750,000.

FFE: Office space, testing equipment, and labs, Vehicles – Fair market value $500,000. 

Growth Opportunity: Company is positioned for new owners to expand the business; current management has been hiring key staff to promote growth – after restructuring the organization last year.

Professional Staff: Company Structure includes President; Controller – who is promotable to President; and General Management Team. The staff consists of ~50 people, 20% in Administration Roles; 80% in Technical Roles.

Clients: The Company provides inspection services to the commercial and residential construction market. By code, clients are the building owners, but most interaction is between contractors, architects, engineers, and the Company. Clients retain the firm to test all aspects of the building structure as it is being commissioned and built.

Bronx, New York
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Architecture and Planning Company – Sold
Annual Revenue: $940,000

This business has been sold. We offer a confidential consultation if you would like to sell your architectural firm. If you would like to buy a business please view our other Construction Companies for sale.

This company specializes in architecture, construction administration, and interior design, dealing with a wide range of clients from medical/dental, residential, commercial and more. This is a full-service firm providing a variety of design services to many industries. They take pride in carefully thinking out how to illustrate the designs. Clients expect the best and that is what they get with this company. The Construction Administrator knows how to oversee all aspects of construction and manage the general contractor’s operations. This business excels in working with clients to develop and manage a budget. The company designs a wide spectrum of custom homes as well as condos. This business has truly been successful with the work ethic that’s brought on by the team.

Mercer County, New Jersey
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Energy Efficiency Construction Services – Sold
$575,000
Annual Revenue: $932,900 Net Cash Flow: $200,000

This company has been sold. Please view our Construction Businesses for sale. The business provides customers with home energy ratings for code compliance as well as state sponsored home improvement incentives. They also provide Energystar for Homes Certifications and LEED Certifications. They offer both packaged as well as al la cart service offerings. Customers include developers, design/build general contractors, architects, HVAC subcontractors, home renovators/remodelers and homeowners. They have served over 1,000 customers and have worked for 345 active customers over the last 12 months. The service delivery team includes 5 raters with a diverse set of backgrounds and certifications. All are HERS rated.

Employees: 9

Competition: The business has long term relationships with a varied customer base and has cultivated a reputation for quality and timely service.

Growth & Expansion: Demand for both single and multi-family services remains strong. Growth is expected to continue at impressive rates.

Support & Training: The seller is willing to stay for an extended period after the closing.

Reason for Selling: The seller wants to move toward retirement

Contact us to help you sell your construction business in Massachusetts.

Middlesex County, Massachusetts
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