Electrical, plumbing, cleaning, handyman — real 2026 valuation multiples across every home service trade, and how to get a free valuation.
The industry rule of thumb for home services businesses is 3x to 6x annual EBITDA, spanning trades from electrical and plumbing to cleaning and handyman services. Recurring maintenance revenue is the biggest lever for landing at the top of that range, regardless of trade.
These figures are industry rules of thumb, not appraisals — your actual valuation could land higher or lower than shown above depending on your specific trade, contracts, and financials.
Businesses relying entirely on one-off jobs read as unpredictable compared to those with recurring contracts.
If new business depends entirely on the owner's relationships, buyers discount for growth and transition risk.
Constant rehiring signals operational instability and disrupts customer relationships.
The industry rule of thumb is 3x to 6x annual EBITDA, with recurring maintenance revenue driving the higher end.
Home services covers many trades with different margins and recurring-revenue potential, so your specific sub-industry and contract base determine where you fall.
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