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($445K SDE) 46-Year Hardwood Flooring Business (90% Referral Driven)
Business Description
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a category-leading hardwood flooring contractor with $445,000 in Seller’s Discretionary Earnings, a 46-year operating history, and a referral-driven demand engine that functions with virtually no paid marketing.
• Reason for Sale: Owner relocation and lifestyle transition
• Established: 1979 (second-generation business)
• Semi-remote ownership for the past 5 years
Operating for more than four decades, the company is a dominant player in the high-end residential flooring market across Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. Approximately 90% of all revenue is generated from repeat customers and referrals, underscoring deep market trust and a reputation that competitors cannot replicate.
Why This Business Wins:
• $445,000 SDE on $2.9M in annual revenue
• 46-year brand legacy with unmatched local recognition
• W-2 in-house crews only (no subcontractors) — rare, defensible, and operationally superior
• Luxury residential focus (95%) with pricing power and margin stability
• Consistent 2–4 week backlog with minimal seasonality
• Minimal marketing spend — demand driven by reputation and relationships
• Turnkey management structure with long-tenured staff (5–30 years)
The business specializes exclusively in high-end hardwood installation, refinishing, repairs, and custom stair work, avoiding low-margin general contracting and price-driven competition.
Operationally De-Riske
• The company employs 14 full-time W-2 employees, many of whom have been with the business for decades. This eliminates subcontractor dependency, reduces quality risk, and ensures consistent execution — a major advantage in skilled trades.
• Day-to-day operations are supported by a proven internal management structure, allowing the business to function without owner micromanagement. Financials and payroll are managed through QuickBooks and Gusto, making the operation immediately transferable to a new owner.
This is not a distressed sale. The business is profitable, stable, and well-regarded. The sale is driven purely by a personal relocation decision, not performance.
Facilities & Assets:
• Operations are run from an approximately 3,000 SF facility on Ventura Boulevard in Woodland Hills, CA, offering prime visibility and freeway access. The lease is transferable, and the landlord is open to longer-term arrangements.
Included in the sale:
• ~$115,000 in FF&E
• Company-owned vehicles and professional-grade tools
• Customer database, referral relationships, and trade name
• A 46-year reputation in an affluent, renovation-driven market
Immediate Upside Opportunities
A disciplined buyer can unlock additional upside through:
• Expanding digital and social media marketing (currently underutilized)
• Increasing commercial and insurance-related flooring work
• Strengthening designer and contractor referral partnerships
• Local owner-operator presence to capture incremental margin
Positioning:
This is not a turnaround.
This is a cash-flowing, reputation-driven platform business with downside protection, operational stability, and clear growth levers.
Ideal Buyer:
• Owner-operators
• Strategic buyers in home services or construction
• Family offices seeking stable cash flow
• Acquisition entrepreneurs pursuing defensible trades businesses
Serious inquiries only. Proof of financial capability required.
• Reason for Sale: Owner relocation and lifestyle transition
• Established: 1979 (second-generation business)
• Semi-remote ownership for the past 5 years
Operating for more than four decades, the company is a dominant player in the high-end residential flooring market across Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. Approximately 90% of all revenue is generated from repeat customers and referrals, underscoring deep market trust and a reputation that competitors cannot replicate.
Why This Business Wins:
• $445,000 SDE on $2.9M in annual revenue
• 46-year brand legacy with unmatched local recognition
• W-2 in-house crews only (no subcontractors) — rare, defensible, and operationally superior
• Luxury residential focus (95%) with pricing power and margin stability
• Consistent 2–4 week backlog with minimal seasonality
• Minimal marketing spend — demand driven by reputation and relationships
• Turnkey management structure with long-tenured staff (5–30 years)
The business specializes exclusively in high-end hardwood installation, refinishing, repairs, and custom stair work, avoiding low-margin general contracting and price-driven competition.
Operationally De-Riske
• The company employs 14 full-time W-2 employees, many of whom have been with the business for decades. This eliminates subcontractor dependency, reduces quality risk, and ensures consistent execution — a major advantage in skilled trades.
• Day-to-day operations are supported by a proven internal management structure, allowing the business to function without owner micromanagement. Financials and payroll are managed through QuickBooks and Gusto, making the operation immediately transferable to a new owner.
This is not a distressed sale. The business is profitable, stable, and well-regarded. The sale is driven purely by a personal relocation decision, not performance.
Facilities & Assets:
• Operations are run from an approximately 3,000 SF facility on Ventura Boulevard in Woodland Hills, CA, offering prime visibility and freeway access. The lease is transferable, and the landlord is open to longer-term arrangements.
Included in the sale:
• ~$115,000 in FF&E
• Company-owned vehicles and professional-grade tools
• Customer database, referral relationships, and trade name
• A 46-year reputation in an affluent, renovation-driven market
Immediate Upside Opportunities
A disciplined buyer can unlock additional upside through:
• Expanding digital and social media marketing (currently underutilized)
• Increasing commercial and insurance-related flooring work
• Strengthening designer and contractor referral partnerships
• Local owner-operator presence to capture incremental margin
Positioning:
This is not a turnaround.
This is a cash-flowing, reputation-driven platform business with downside protection, operational stability, and clear growth levers.
Ideal Buyer:
• Owner-operators
• Strategic buyers in home services or construction
• Family offices seeking stable cash flow
• Acquisition entrepreneurs pursuing defensible trades businesses
Serious inquiries only. Proof of financial capability required.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 47
- Employees
- 14 Full-time
14 full-time W-2 employees. No subcontractors. Long-tenured team with many emplo - Facilities & Assets
- Operations run from an approximately 3,000 SF facility on Ventura Blvd. in Woodland Hills, CA with high visibility and freeway access. Transferable lease at ~$6,300/month all-in. Included in sale are ~$115,000 in furniture, fixtures, equipment, company-owned vehicles, professional-grade tools, customer database, trade name, goodwill, and a 46-year reputation in an affluent market.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- The business operates in a high-income, renovation-driven market across Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. Demand is stable year-round with minimal seasonality. The company competes primarily on quality and reputation, not price, serving a luxury residential clientele. Barriers to entry are high due to skilled labor, long-standing referrals, and brand trust built over 46 years.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Significant upside exists through expanded digital marketing, social media presence, and online lead capture, which are currently underutilized. Additional growth opportunities include increasing commercial and insurance-related flooring work, deepening designer/contractor partnerships, and leveraging a local owner-operator presence to capture incremental margin and volume.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 3,000
- Rent
- $6,300.00 per month
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Sale is driven by a personal relocation and lifestyle decision. Ownership has mo
- Transition Support
- Seller will provide a flexible transition period ranging from 2 months up to 1 year, depending on buyer needs. Support includes training on operations, vendor relationships, pricing, systems, and client handoff. Seller is committed to ensuring continuity, staff retention, and a smooth ownership transition.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2457844
- Listing Views
- 51
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