Home ServicesThis well-run pool service company has served Stamford and surrounding communities since 1984. The current owner works a normal full-time schedule and focuses on quoting, scheduling, and customer relationships. The business has grown organically with virtually no paid advertising for most of its history, a testament to the strength of its reputation. Customer retention is high, and the phone continues to ring on the strength of the company's name alone. A balanced mix of one-time projects and repeat engagements smooths revenue through the year and reduces seasonality risk. Detailed financials, tax returns, and supporting schedules are available to qualified buyers after an NDA. Most new business arrives through referrals and repeat customers, so paid acquisition remains an untapped lever. A capable manager runs daily operations, and the staff is expected to remain in place through a transition. The operation is efficient and lean, with overhead kept deliberately low relative to revenue. The local market is fragmented, positioning this business well for a buyer pursuing a consolidation strategy. The business enjoys attractive margins relative to industry averages thanks to disciplined pricing and low overhead. Owner involvement is primarily managerial; no specialized license is required for ownership, though one is preferred. Strong online reviews and word-of-mouth referrals drive a steady flow of new customers with minimal advertising spend. Employees are experienced, licensed where required, and accustomed to operating with limited owner oversight. Ideal for a hands-on owner, or as an add-on acquisition for a regional player.
Up to 25% carried at 8% over 3 years for qualified buyers.
After 42 years, the owner is ready to pass the business to its next operator.
2 weeks of training included in the sale price; extended support negotiable.
Few direct competitors offer the same breadth of services in the immediate market.
Modeling Established Pool Service Company Serving Stamford Since 1984 · $645K
Asking price is $645K. Type an offer or drag to model one.
SBA 7(a) acquisition loans typically require ~10% down.
SBA business-acquisition loans are usually 10 years.
A market salary for whoever runs the business day-to-day, subtracted from earnings to show true profit. Set to $0 if you will owner-operate.
Estimates for illustration only, based on the listed SDE and your assumptions. Closing costs are estimated at ~2.5% of price for fees and working capital. Actual loan terms, taxes, and earnings will differ. This is not financial advice. Verify all figures in diligence and consult qualified advisors.
Open the full Deal AnalyzerThe documents below open to qualified buyers in the secure data room after a signed NDA.