Considering retirement or stepping away from your electrician business?
Selling Your Electrical Contracting Business
Expert Business Brokerage Services
You’ve built a successful electrical contracting business from the ground up. Maybe it started with you in the field pulling wire and running service calls, now you’ve got a team, trucks, systems, and a solid reputation in your market.
But lately, you’ve been wondering if it’s time to slow down, step back, or move on to something new.
At Lion Business Brokers, we help electrical business owners across Texas navigate the complex process of selling their companies, whether you’re ready now or just starting to explore your options. We understand what it means to sell a business that carries your name, your work ethic, and your legacy.
You only get one shot at selling your business. Let’s make it count.
Call us Today: 800.525.3542
Recently Sold Electrical Businesses
This business, founded in 2011, offered residential and commercial service work, new construction wiring, and panel upgrades across greater Houston. The team of licensed electricians operated with little owner involvement, supported by office staff and field supervisors.
Gross Revenues: $2,980,000
✅ The seller received five offers and selected a strategic buyer from out of state who was expanding into Texas. Deal terms included a short transition period and full-price offer with minimal seller financing.
Focused on manufacturing and distribution facilities, this business provided high-voltage systems, PLCs, control wiring, and ongoing facility maintenance services. It featured strong OSHA compliance, a safety-first culture, and a dependable field crew.
Gross Revenues: $6,200,000
✅ The company was acquired by a regional engineering firm looking to vertically integrate. The seller retained partial equity in the new entity and remains on as an advisor through the transition.
Specializing in tenant buildouts, office parks, and light industrial projects, this 25-year-old business had long-term relationships with local general contractors and property managers. Its highly-trained journeymen team and estimating systems provided operational consistency.
Gross Revenues: $4,750,000
✅ The buyer — a private equity-backed trades platform — saw this as a bolt-on opportunity in North Texas. The deal included a premium multiple due to strong backlog and limited owner reliance.
This tech-forward residential electrical company blended standard repair and installation with smart home upgrades, lighting automation, and EV charger installs. It was well-known in upscale neighborhoods for quality work and fast response times.
Gross Revenues: $1,530,000
✅ The seller chose a former engineer-turned-entrepreneur who offered the best cultural fit. Deal terms included an earnout tied to retained recurring clients and a short consulting period post-sale.
Operating for 18 years, this residential and light commercial electrical company came with a branded facility and a fleet of six trucks. Services included panel upgrades, rewiring, lighting, and surge protection across Oklahoma.
Gross Revenues: $13,120,000
✅ A strategic buyer acquired the business to expand into electrical.
Why Electrical Contractors Work With Us
Electrical businesses are in high demand, especially in Texas markets where residential and commercial development remains strong. But not all buyers understand what makes a contracting business truly valuable.
That’s where we come in.
We specialize in representing founder-led, service-based businesses, and electrical contractors are a perfect fit. Our clients typically:
Operate residential, commercial, or mixed electrical service businesses
Earn between $1M and $50M+ in annual revenue
Have teams of licensed electricians and apprentices
Maintain strong customer relationships, GC partnerships, or service contracts
Are thinking about retirement, reducing workload, or transitioning to a new venture
Electrical Contractor Buyer Network
We have an extensive list of buyers that we have successfully worked with in the past as well as pre-qualified buyers who are waiting for an Electrical Contractor business like yours in Texas
Broker Network
We are proud members of the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA) and the Texas Association of Business Brokers (TABB)
Proven Success in Electric
We have done this before! We have a proven track record in getting top dollar for some great businesses and successfully selling those "hard to sell" businesses that other brokers couldn't
What’s Your Electrical Business Worth?
Buyers don’t just look at your revenue — they look at profitability, team structure, licensing, customer mix, and how reliant the business is on the owner. We work with you to assess these factors and position your company for maximum value.
Valuation Ranges We’re Seeing:
| Revenue Range | Multiple Type | Multiple Range |
|---|---|---|
| $1M–$2M (SDE-based) | 2.5x–3.5x SDE | Owner-operated, with steady cash flow |
| $2M–$10M (EBITDA) | 3.5x–5x EBITDA | Growing team, light commercial work, recurring clients |
| $10M+ | 5x+ EBITDA | Includes PM contracts, strong management, backlog of work |
Companies with design-build capabilities, recurring commercial accounts, or low owner dependency often command higher multiples.
Call us Today: 800.525.3542
HOW WE HELP YOU SELL
Our Process: End-to-End Representation
Our goal is to help you exit your electrical business with peace of mind and a full understanding of what’s ahead. We don’t just put your company on a website, we develop a confidential, custom strategy to position it for a successful sale. Here’s what to expect:
✅ Detailed business valuation based on real market data
✅ Buyer outreach to pre-qualified, serious acquirers
✅ Management of inquiries, due diligence, and negotiations
✅ Strategic advice on deal structure and post-sale transition
✅ Coordination with attorneys, CPAs, and advisors
We’re your advocate from first conversation to final wire transfer.
💬 Seller Success Story
“I knew I didn’t want to keep running my crew forever, but I didn’t know what my business was really worth. Lion Business Brokers walked me through the entire process and found a buyer who respected my name and gave me the exit I hoped for.”
– Ray B., Former Owner, **** Electric, San Antonio
Serving Electrical Businesses Across Texas
We work with business owners across the state, including:
Austin • Dallas-Fort Worth • San Antonio • Houston • Rio Grande Valley • Hill Country & Rural Texas
We’ve built deep relationships with buyers, lenders, and advisors who understand the MEP space, and we know how to position your electrical business to the right buyer, for the right price.
Let’s Talk About Your Exit Plan
Even if you’re not ready to sell tomorrow, now is the time to start planning. You deserve to understand what your business is worth — and how to exit on your terms.
🎯 Schedule Your Free Consultation Today
Client Testimonials
“I used Travis with Lion Business brokers to successfully sell my Carpet cleaning business. Travis goes above and beyond to find potential buyers and handles all of the task associated with the sale. I definitely could not of made this sale happen…
“We were seeking businesses to fuel our roll-up acquisition strategy, and Travis was instrumental in the process. He understood what mattered to sellers, educated them on reasonable terms, and ensured we avoided excessive risks. Travis is easy to work with, highly knowledgeable,…
“I hired Lion Business Brokers to sell my machine shop. I was skeptical when I first hired them because I had a bad experience with another business broker. That’s why it was important to me to find someone professional, with integrity and…
