How to Sell Your Landscaping Business
Landscaping companies with strong recurring maintenance contracts and commercial accounts sell at solid multiples. Workforce reliability and equipment condition are critical.
EBITDA Multiple
3x – 5x
SDE Multiple
2x – 3x
Typical Revenue
$1M–$10M
Avg. Timeline
5–9 months
What Drives Landscaping Valuation
Buyers evaluating landscaping businesses focus on these key factors when determining what multiple to offer:
- Recurring maintenance contract base
- Commercial vs. residential client mix
- Crew retention and H-2B workforce
- Equipment fleet condition and age
- Geographic density and route efficiency
- Snow removal or seasonal diversification
Who Buys Landscaping Businesses
- Private equity-backed landscape platforms
- Larger regional landscaping companies
- Facility services companies
- Individual operators
Example: Landscaping Valuation
A landscaping business with $500,000 in EBITDA would typically be valued at:
Low estimate (3x)
$1.5M
High estimate (5x)
$2.5M
Use the Business Valuation Calculator with your actual numbers.