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Construction Businesses for Sale in Florida

Whether it's commercial, residential, heavy industrial, or specialty trade, the contractors worth buying have something beyond revenue: signed backlog, repeat clients, and a team that runs jobs without the owner on every site.

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Concrete Masonry Specialty Contractor

Concrete and masonry contractor with over $8.5M in 2024 revenue, a 40-person workforce, and full-service capabilities spanning layout through flatwork across southwest Florida.
Price$3M
Revenue$4M
SDE($113.2K)

Cabinet Stone Countertop Specialists

Nearly 50 years of cabinet, countertop, and stone fabrication with SDE margins that grew from 5% to over 20% in two years on a $3.3M revenue base.
Price$2.3M
Revenue$2.7M
EBITDA$603.1K

Commercial LED Lighting Specialist

Fourteen years of direct relationships with major casual dining franchisees drive recurring project revenue across the United States, with 2025 revenue reaching $1.4M, up from $1M in 2023.
Price$1.5M
Revenue$1.4M
SDE$363.3K

Metal Fabrication / Welding Company

Nine-year-old metal fabrication and welding operation in South Florida covering structural steel, fencing, railings, and custom metalwork with recurring general contractor relationships and a fully equipped workshop ready for an operator to step in.
Price$450K
Revenue$746K
EBITDA$97.5K

Aerial Photography Business

Aerial photography and pre-construction video operator with over forty years of history, statewide coverage across Florida, 90%+ recurring revenue, and revenue growth from $212k in 2021 to $517k in 2025.
Price$750K
Revenue$517.2K
SDE$244.3K

Vertical Industry Talent Recruiters

Niche recruiting firm serving the elevator and vertical transportation industry generates $300k in annual recurring revenue from partnership fees, with a remote operating model and over a decade of specialization in a hard-to-replicate vertical.
Price$1.3M
Revenue$725K
SDE$350K

Trade Show Event Business

Second-largest home and garden show producer in the U.S. with 120 shows across 60 markets, 81% vendor rebooking rate, and revenue that doubled from $5.4M to $11.6M in two years.
Price$25M
Revenue$11.6M
EBITDA$2.7M

Engineering Design & Construction Management Firm

Full-service MEP engineering firm with over forty years of public-sector contracts, $1.1M in revenue, and a deep pipeline of county infrastructure, airport, and school board work across South Florida and the Caribbean.
Price$1.4M
Revenue$1.1M
SDE$329.7K

Gutter Installation and Repair Business

Seamless gutter installation business generating $1M in annual revenue with 30% EBITDA margins and a proven, repeatable project-based model.
Price$750K
Revenue$1M
SDE$300K

Construction Management Company

A 35-year commercial construction firm with $65M active backlog and $60M unsecured bonding capacity, generating revenue through negotiated fee-based contracts with repeat clients rather than competitive bidding.
Price-
Revenue$24.4M
SDE$1.1M

Portable Structure Rent-to-Own

Rent-to-own portable storage and building operation generating $706k in 2025 revenue with $471k SDE, 65%+ margins, and a portfolio spanning 4 acres of owned land plus 457 units.
Price$3.5M
Revenue$706.1K
SDE$471K

Roofing Contractor

Commercial roofing contractor specializing in re-roofing for public and industrial facilities with continuing contracts, over $1M in backlog, and $2.5M in 2025 revenue.
Price$4M
Revenue$2.5M
EBITDA$697.2K

Residential / Commercial Painting Business

A residential and commercial painting franchise system generating $7M in annual revenue across nine locations with over twenty-five years of operating history, built-in royalty income from seven franchisees, and preferred vendor status with major hospital, restaurant, and government accounts.
Price-
Revenue$7M
SDE$700K

Residential & Commercial Painting Franchise

Franchise painting operation backed by standardized processes and shared infrastructure, generating $1.9M in 2025 revenue with 45% year-over-year growth.
Price$2.5M
Revenue$1.9M
SDE$349K

Commercial and Residential Roofing Business

Roofing contractor with over twenty-five years of continuous operation, generating $2.3M to $2.9M in annual revenue with positive EBITDA across all years from 2022 through 2025.
Price-
Revenue$2.3M
SDE$250K

Landscaping Business

Full-service landscaping operation generating $950k annually with 95% recurring revenue and $280k SDE maintained across four consecutive years.
Price$1M
Revenue$950K
SDE$280K

SaaS-ERP Value-Added Reseller

Gold-level certified cloud ERP partner serving real estate, property management, and construction firms, with 30% projected revenue growth to $1.3M in 2026.
Price-
Revenue$1M
SDE$100K

Fire Equipment & Compliance Services Provider

Fire protection services business generating $2.8M in revenue with $650k in earnings, growing 39% year-over-year with zero marketing spend. all growth has come through word-of-mouth and a recently added sales hire.
Price$4M
Revenue$2.8M
SDE$650K

Iron / Steel Door Business

Over 1,000 custom iron and steel doors sold annually to luxury builders across Florida, with 50-60% margins, zero debt, and revenue growing from $7.3M in 2023 to $10.7M in 2025.
Price$28M
Revenue$10.7M
EBITDA$5.5M

Spray Foam Insulation Business

Revenue grew from $5.4M in 2022 to $9.5M in 2025 with EBITDA expanding from $980k to $4.1M. A family-operated spray foam insulation contractor with over fifteen years of brand recognition, a national co-op membership, and owner-optional operations where the next generation runs day-to-day independently.
Price$21M
Revenue$9.5M
SDE$4.1M

Painting / Drywall Business

A drywall and painting operation in Central Florida generating $400k in owner earnings on $1.1M in revenue, with margins above 35% and a fully subcontracted labor model.
Price$1.2M
Revenue$800K
SDE$300K
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Due diligence

What to Look For

Practical guidance from hundreds of real acquisition conversations.

Backlog and Pipeline

  • Signed contracts with known margins, expected start dates, and billing milestones give you a clear picture of near-term cash flow from day one.
  • Ask for a full backlog report early in the process and distinguish between signed work and verbal commitments.
  • Win rates on negotiated work versus competitive bids tell you something real about how clients feel about the relationship.

Clients Who Come Back

  • Contractors who win work on reputation rather than low bids tend to have more stable margins and more predictable revenue.
  • Whether it's a commercial developer who's used the same GC for three subdivisions or an industrial facility that sends service work every year, repeat clients who've generated work for multiple years are one of the strongest indicators of a durable business.
  • Ask what percentage of revenue came from repeat clients in each of the last three years.

A Team That Runs Jobs

  • Project managers, superintendents, and foremen who handle estimating, scheduling, and client communication without the owner are what make a contractor truly transferable.
  • The question is the same whether you're looking at a commercial firm, a residential builder, or a specialty trade contractor: can the team deliver without the current owner on every job site?
  • Spend time with the project team, not just the owner, to get a real sense of how the business actually operates.

Equipment in Good Shape

  • In heavy industrial and specialty trade work, the equipment fleet is a major part of what you're buying.
  • Well-maintained assets with documented service records and current inspections reduce the uncertainty about what you're stepping into.
  • Ask for a full equipment list with hours, age, and maintenance history early in your review.

Licensing and Bonding Clarity

  • Contractor licenses, bonding capacity, and specialty certifications are worth understanding before you go deep.
  • Some licenses are tied to a qualifying individual who may or may not stay after the sale; bonding capacity gets re-underwritten based on the new owner's finances.
  • None of this is a dealbreaker, but knowing the situation early prevents last-minute complications.

Valuation

What Should You Expect to Pay?

2x-4x

SDE

Owner-operated, primarily commercial or residential

4x-7x

EBITDA

With management team, strong backlog, and repeat clients

The spread in construction valuations comes down to how much future work is already committed, how independently the team runs, and whether client relationships transfer with the business or depend on the current owner personally.

What drives a premium

Strong backlog of signed contracts with documented margins and billing schedules

Repeat client relationships that have generated work for multiple years without competitive bidding

Project managers and superintendents who handle estimating and delivery without owner involvement

Equipment fleet in good condition with logged maintenance records and current inspections

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FAQ

Construction Businesses in Florida

What should I look for when buying a Construction business?

Start with the backlog. Signed contracts with known margins are the most concrete indicator of near-term revenue. Beyond that, look at the team: do project managers and superintendents run jobs without the owner, or does everything flow through one person? Client relationships that have held for years and a license and bonding situation that can survive a transition are both worth getting clear on early. Browse construction businesses for sale on Rejigg to see what's currently available.

How much does a Construction business cost?

Most construction businesses sell for 2 to 7 times annual profit, with the range depending on the type of work, team depth, backlog quality, and how much the business runs without the owner. Heavy industrial contractors with recurring service work and strong management teams tend to command the higher end. Use the SBA loan calculator to model different purchase scenarios.

How do I evaluate a Construction business before buying?

Ask for three years of financials and a current backlog report. Walk through the client list and understand which relationships are tied to the owner personally versus the company. Get a full equipment list with maintenance records if equipment is a significant part of the deal. Spend time with the project managers and superintendents, not just the owner, to get a real sense of how the business operates.

What due diligence questions should I ask about a Construction business?

Ask what percentage of revenue came from repeat clients over the last three years. Ask who holds the contractor licenses and whether those people are staying after the sale. Request a full equipment list with hours and maintenance logs. Find out how the business handled a slow year or a difficult project. Ask about bonding capacity and how it's calculated. Get a clear picture of which client relationships are truly tied to the team versus the current owner.

Where can I find Construction businesses for sale?

Rejigg connects buyers directly with owners of construction businesses across commercial, residential, heavy industrial, and specialty trade work. You can browse construction businesses for sale on Rejigg, message sellers directly, and review financials and documents in a secure environment without a broker.

How do contractor licenses transfer when I buy a construction business?

It depends on the state and the license type. Some licenses are tied to a qualifying individual, so the key question is whether that person stays after the sale or whether you have your own qualifier. In some states, the business license transfers with the company. Sort out the licensing situation early, because it affects how you structure the transition and sometimes the deal itself. Sellers who have this documented before going to market make the process much smoother.

How do I finance the acquisition of a construction business?

SBA 7(a) loans are frequently used for construction acquisitions. Lenders will want to see three years of financials, a current backlog, and a clear picture of the assets included. Businesses with strong repeat client revenue and experienced management teams are generally well suited for SBA financing. Use the SBA loan calculator to estimate your monthly payments and required down payment based on different purchase prices.