🚛 Construction Hauling Company – $910K Profit!

Here’s what we have for you today:

Confusing Corporate Sayings:

“Great work, you’re the subject matter expert now.”

Professional Translation
“A well-deserved title recognizing your deep knowledge and contributions.“

Corporate Pivot Translation
“Congrats, you touched it once. Now it’s your whole identity.“

Sam’s Perspective (1st Time Buyer)

🆕 Status Update: Secretary Method: 1/100 – Pest Control Franchise

I looked at a franchise this week and came away thinking... yeah, probably not for me.

Here’s the deal with a lot of these franchise businesses: on the surface, they look appealing. Recurring revenue, name recognition, systems in place. But when you really dig into them, you start seeing the tradeoffs.

First off, the fees add up fast. A chunk comes off the top (like 10% of revenue) before you even pay your staff or cover your actual operating costs. So technically, you could be losing money while the franchisor still gets paid. That kind of setup just doesn’t sit right with me.

Then there’s the territory limitation. You only get to grow within your assigned area. So unless you buy more territories, you're capped. It’s not like you can just expand into the next town over if things go well.

Also, there’s not much automation. A lot of these businesses are still very hands-on. The one I looked at had the owner doing quotes and service, so it's really not as passive as it might seem.

Last thing, you're not really your own boss. Franchises come with rules, restrictions, approvals, and systems you can’t just change. It’s like buying a business with someone looking over your shoulder.

Not saying franchises are bad across the board, but for the time, money, and effort, I’d rather go after something with fewer strings and more upside. Pest control or something recurring still makes sense to me, just probably not through a franchise model.

1 down, 99 to go.

Tyler’s Perspective (Experienced Buyer)

🆕 Status Update: If you own a home service business—or even just pay for one—you’ve probably felt the pinch of rising costs lately. Chemicals, parts, fuel, and labor are all more expensive than they were a year ago. Trying to absorb those increases without raising your prices will eventually catch up with you.

I’ll be honest, raising prices is uncomfortable. It’s especially tough when you’ve built solid relationships with your customers. But here’s the reality: if you want to keep offering high-quality, reliable service, your pricing needs to reflect your actual costs.

Be honest and transparent with your clients. Most people will understand if you explain how a small price increase helps maintain the level of service they’re used to. Don’t wait until your margins are gone and you’re playing defense. Pricing conversations are hard, but they build trust and protect the future of your business.

Keep going.

💰 Deals < $500k 💰

Business Name: 🔧 Basement Waterproofing Business – Established 40 Years
Revenue: $1,000,000
Asking Price: $480,000
Profit: $230,006 (Profit Margin = 23%)
Location: Lackawanna County, PA (Relocatable)
Established: 1983

✅ Pros:

• Long track record: 40 years of brand recognition with strong local name searches on Google.

• Clean reputation: A+ BBB rating and zero complaints offer trust and confidence to buyers.

• Easily relocatable: Can be run from any location near the service territory, giving flexibility to new owners.

• High repeat customer base: Indicates a solid foundation and ongoing revenue from prior installs.

• Add-on potential: Great bolt-on for home improvement companies already servicing the same clientele.

⚠️ Cons:

• Physical assets cost extra: Building and equipment are not included in the $480K price—budget another ~$314K if needed.

• Older market: Business may rely on legacy marketing instead of aggressive modern digital outreach.

• Seasonal risk: Revenue may fluctuate based on rainfall and weather patterns.

• Owner involvement: Will require some part-time in-person transition and availability afterward for support.

📈 Growth Opportunities:

• Geographic expansion: Broaden service area beyond PA and NY to increase leads and territory coverage.

• Add services: Consider offering finishing services, mold remediation, or sump pump installation for upsell potential.

• Marketing investment: Update digital presence and local SEO to reach new homeowners and grow lead flow.

💰💰 Deals $500k - $1m 💰💰

Business Name:🧱 Stucco & Drywall Business – Over 30 Years in Business
Revenue: $1,754,506
Asking Price: $550,000
Profit: $387,342 (Profit Margin = 22%)
Location: Fort Myers, FL (Relocatable)
Established: 1987

✅ Pros:

• Strong contractor relationships: 30+ years working with builders and developers creates a consistent pipeline of work.

• Lean staffing model: Uses experienced subcontractors instead of large payrolls, reducing fixed costs.

• Turnkey equipment: All necessary gear included, plus leased yard for operations.

• Prime location: Fort Myers and surrounding counties are booming with new construction.

⚠️ Cons:

• Relies heavily on subs: Quality and availability may vary—owner must manage relationships closely.

• Owner may need to pay to retain sales help: Seller is willing to stay involved in sales for a negotiated fee.

• Lease-only setup: Real estate not included, so you’ll need to secure or extend yard access.

• Niche service: Limited to drywall/stucco unless expanded intentionally.

📈 Growth Opportunities:

• Expand service lines: Add insulation, painting, or framing to boost per-project revenue.

• Broaden territory: Charlotte, Collier, and Hendry counties are fast-growing and within reach.

• Build digital funnel: Invest in SEO, project photo galleries, and lead generation campaigns online.

💰💰💰 Deals $1m+ 💰💰💰

Business Name: 🚛 Construction Hauling Company – With Contracts & Fleet
Revenue: $3,114,038
Asking Price: $3,000,000
Profit: $910,843 (Profit Margin = 29%)
Location: Orange County, FL (Relocatable)
Established: Not disclosed

✅ Pros:

• Big margin business: Nearly $1M in cash flow from ~$3.1M in revenue—rare in logistics.

• Semi-absentee model: Minimal owner involvement means it’s scalable or investor-friendly.

• Strong asset base: $1.86M worth of trucks and trailers included gives buyer a head start.

• Contracts in place: Revenue is anchored by existing business, not just ad hoc jobs.

⚠️ Cons:

• Large price tag: $3M upfront cost means higher financial risk or need for outside capital.

• Fleet maintenance: High-value equipment comes with ongoing service and repair obligations.

• No lease or real estate included: You’ll need to house the fleet or lease space yourself.

• Labor and fuel costs: Volatility in operating costs could squeeze margins if not managed tightly.

📈 Growth Opportunities:

• Expand fleet size: Adding more trucks could double revenue with existing demand.

• Build digital presence: Most hauling businesses are behind on marketing—get ahead of the curve with targeted SEO or broker relationships.

• Add services: Consider demolition hauling, dirt or aggregate delivery, or municipal contract bidding for diversified income.