Considering retirement or stepping away from your cleaning company?
Ready to sell your cleaning company?
From Startup to Success, Now What?
You’ve built a commercial cleaning business that runs like clockwork. Whether you started solo or inherited the family company, you now have crews in the field, recurring client contracts, and a reputation for reliability.
But lately, you’ve started asking the next big question: “What’s this business worth? And what’s my plan to step away?”
At Lion Business Brokers, we work with janitorial and commercial cleaning business owners across Texas to develop strategic, confidential exit plans that respect everything you’ve built — and position you for a clean break on your own terms.
Recently Sold Cleaning & Janitorial Companies
This specialized janitorial firm served dental clinics, outpatient surgery centers, and medical offices with high compliance standards and EPA-regulated products. Its 4.8-star Google rating reflected its reputation for professionalism and discretion.
Gross Revenues: $1,480,000
✅ Acquired by a private investor entering the cleaning industry. A structured transition and retained management team ensured continuity for sensitive accounts.
Founded in 2006, this business provided nightly janitorial services to over 45 office and retail clients across the metroplex. With a dedicated team of field supervisors, long-standing contracts, and an automated scheduling and inspection system, the business ran with minimal owner oversight.
Gross Revenues: $2,860,000
✅ Sold to a regional building services firm expanding into North Texas. The seller received a premium valuation due to recurring contracts and a strong back-office team.
Operating throughout Atlanta, this business provided day porter services, floor care, and after-hours cleaning to commercial clients, including office buildings, industrial parks, and schools. The business used cloud-based time tracking and mobile inspections to maintain quality control across locations.
Gross Revenues: $4,450,000
✅ Sold to a facilities management group backed by private equity. The deal included a partial equity rollover and expansion capital for new market entry.
Established in 2012, this company specialized in post-construction cleaning for multifamily developers, in addition to commercial janitorial contracts. Known for detailed work and fast turnaround, it maintained strong relationships with general contractors.
Gross Revenues: $1,730,000
✅ Sold to a local buyer with a background in property services. The seller stayed on for 60 days to support crew transitions and project handoffs.
Why Cleaning & Janitorial Companies Are in Demand
In today’s market, investors and buyers love cleaning businesses for one simple reason: predictable, recurring revenue. But not all deals are created equal — and not all buyers know how to value your routes, employees, or contracts properly.
We specialize in representing:
Nightly janitorial service companies
Commercial-only or mixed residential/commercial models
Niche firms (post-construction cleanup, medical facilities, schools)
Owner-operated and absentee-run companies
Businesses doing $1M to $10M+ in annual revenue
Janitorial Control 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 cleaning and janitorial 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 Cleaning Companies
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 Cleaning Business Worth?
Valuation in the janitorial space depends on more than top-line revenue. Buyers look closely at:
Contract length and renewal history
Customer concentration
Employee turnover and subcontractor reliance
Owner involvement in operations
Software and systems for scheduling, payroll, and quality control
Here’s what we’re seeing in Q1 2025:
| Business Profile | Valuation Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Owner-Operated w/ Routes | 2.0x–3.0x SDE | Lower overhead, but dependent on owner involvement |
| Staffed with Supervisors + Admin Team | 3.0x–4.5x EBITDA | Easier transfer, valued for systems and scale |
| Niche or Government Contracted Firms | 4.0x–5.5x EBITDA | Premium paid for long-term contracts and specialized services |
HOW WE HELP YOU SELL
Our Process: Built for Service Business Owners
Most of our clients have never sold a business before, and are unsure where to start. That’s why we provide a clear, proven process built specifically for commercial cleaning owners like you:
✅ Confidential business valuation (no cost, no pressure)
✅ Targeted outreach to strategic and financial buyers
✅ Buyer screening, offer negotiation, and deal structure
✅ Support through diligence, legal review, and close
✅ Exit planning that considers your team, clients, and next steps
We protect your time, reputation, and hard-earned value, so you can exit with confidence.
🧹 Seller Success Story
“We ran a commercial cleaning company for 28 years and didn’t know what to expect from the sale process. Lion Business Brokers brought us qualified buyers and handled everything behind the scenes. We ended up with a deal we’re proud of, and a buyer who respects what we built.”
— Carla & Leon M., Former Owners, DFW Janitorial Business
📍 Serving Janitorial Business Owners Across Texas
We represent commercial cleaning companies across Texas, including:
Austin • Dallas-Fort Worth • San Antonio • Houston • El Paso • Hill Country • Border & Coastal Regions
Whether you specialize in commercial office cleaning, schools, government contracts, or high-end residential, we know how to value, market, and sell your business the right way.
Ready to Take the First Step?
You don’t need to decide today. But if you’re thinking about stepping away from the business, now is the time to get informed and explore your options.
🎯 Schedule a Free Confidential Exit Consultation
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…
