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Construction Businesses for Sale in Michigan

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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Construction & Restoration Company

Debt-free restoration and construction operation with $19M in 2024 revenue, 40% tied to federal contracts with government-sponsored enterprises and the VA, and over 40% recurring revenue across three Midwestern states.
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Revenue$19M
EBITDA$4.5M

Landscaping Contractor

Over twenty years of established commercial contracts with public schools, a university, hospitals, and municipal clients generate repeat revenue with minimal sales effort in the Great Lakes Bay Region.
Price$1.5M
Revenue$652K
EBITDA($45.3K)

Modular Conveyor Distributor

Patented conveyor attachment for wheel loaders places 1,200 cubic yards of concrete per hour. Priced at a fraction of competitors' $1M units, the business generates $800k revenue with zero full-time employees and fully outsourced fabrication.
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Revenue$800K
EBITDA$300K

Home Building Business

$45M homebuilder with custom design capabilities, land development operations, and $2.5M in stable annual earnings across three consecutive years.
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Revenue$45M
SDE$2.5M

Restoration Company

Insurance-driven restoration firm with over 35 years of market presence, generating $3.6M in revenue from 98% insurance work, with a 28-person team operating semi-independently and minimal ongoing owner involvement.
Price$2.2M
Revenue$3.7M
SDE$455.6K

Flood Damage Restoration Services

Over twenty years of insurance-paid mitigation and contents restoration generating 60-70% gross margins, with $3.5M in 2025 revenue trending toward $4M in 2026.
Price$3.5M
Revenue$3.5M
EBITDA$900K

Fire & Flood Restoration Business

Fire and flood restoration specialist with over forty-five years of continuous operations, $850k annual revenue, insurance company referral network, and real estate included in the sale.
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Revenue$850K
SDE$250K
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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 Michigan

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.