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Automated Ice Vending Business – Helena, AL – $4k Net/Year
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Turnkey ice and water vending machine — installed, operational, and cash-flowing in Helena, AL.
The numbers:
2025 revenue: ~$7,400
Fixed costs (rent + utilities): ~$2,400/yr
Net cash flow: ~$4,000–$4,500/yr
Every single month of 2025 beat the same month in 2024 — including winter
Peak month (July 2025): $1,289
What's included:
Installed machine with commercial Scotsman ice maker, 5-stage filtration system, and Nayax cashless payment system
Established location under a permanent overhang — power, water, and drainage already in place
Repeat customer base (~26% return rate on card/mobile transactions)
Introduction to property owner (month-to-month, cooperative relationship)
How it works:
Runs 24/7. Monitor revenue from your phone via Nayax app. Check in occasionally to restock bags and change water filters a couple times a year. No employees, no storefront.
We're heading into the high season now (summer revenue typically 2–3x winter months). New owner will hit the ground running.
Serious inquiries only.
The numbers:
2025 revenue: ~$7,400
Fixed costs (rent + utilities): ~$2,400/yr
Net cash flow: ~$4,000–$4,500/yr
Every single month of 2025 beat the same month in 2024 — including winter
Peak month (July 2025): $1,289
What's included:
Installed machine with commercial Scotsman ice maker, 5-stage filtration system, and Nayax cashless payment system
Established location under a permanent overhang — power, water, and drainage already in place
Repeat customer base (~26% return rate on card/mobile transactions)
Introduction to property owner (month-to-month, cooperative relationship)
How it works:
Runs 24/7. Monitor revenue from your phone via Nayax app. Check in occasionally to restock bags and change water filters a couple times a year. No employees, no storefront.
We're heading into the high season now (summer revenue typically 2–3x winter months). New owner will hit the ground running.
Serious inquiries only.
About the Business
- Facilities & Assets
- 2023 Everest Ice & Water VX3 vending machine installed at an established commercial location in Helena. Unit sits under permanent overhang with 220v power, water supply, and drainage already in place. Asset include Scotsman commercial ice systems, filtration, Nayax card/mobile payment hardware, and a BioGreen heater (for continued winter months operations). Equipment is fully operational and generating revenue.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- The business operates in the ice and water vending market, serving residential customers, contractors, events, and small businesses. While there are competing ice-only machines in the area, the unit also offers filtered water, which differentiates the service. Demand is driven by repeat local use and convenience. The location benefits from strong traffic counts and nearby residential density, supporting consistent ongoing demand.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Immediate opportunities include pricing optimization and continued organic growth as the location matures. Additional upside may come from seasonal demand, increased local awareness, or adding machines at similar nearby locations. The business has grown with no active marketing to date.
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Selling to simplify responsibilities; machine is 35–40 minutes from my home.
- Transition Support
- Manufacturer support resources are available, including training videos and how-to guides for owners. Nayax also offers strong customer support for the card/mobile payment system and a very good app for real-time revenue tracking.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2460130
- Listing Views
- 1495
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