Independent Sign Shop 30+ years in Business / SE Wisconsin
Business Description
INDEPENDENT SIGN SHOP - 30+ YEARS IN BUSINESS / SE WISCONSIN
Established in 1990, this well-established sign company in Wisconsin offers comprehensive graphics design, production, and installation services with nationwide product distribution capabilities. This multi-faceted sign manufacturer has built a solid reputation over three decades through quality workmanship and reliable service to both local businesses and distribution partners.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE:
• Annual Revenue: $260,000
• Cash Flow (SDE): $83,748
• EBITDA: $33,128
• Strong recurring customer base with many repeat clients
• Revenue growth driven primarily through word-of-mouth referrals
BUSINESS OPERATIONS:
• Full-service sign design, manufacturing, and installation
• Graphics production capabilities
• Dual revenue streams: custom signs for local businesses and standard products for distribution
• National product distribution network across the United States
• 3,000 sq ft leased facility at $2,262/month (lease expires 6/1/2026)
• Equipment and fixtures valued at $74,000
• Inventory value of $76,000
KEY STRENGTHS:
• 30+ year operating history with established customer relationships
• Diversified revenue model combining custom work and product distribution
• National distribution capabilities providing geographic diversification
• Loyal customer base with many repeat clients
• Proven business model with consistent cash flow generation
• Strong reputation built through word-of-mouth growth
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:
Significant potential exists to expand the customer base through enhanced marketing efforts. Currently, most new business comes through word-of-mouth referrals, indicating strong customer satisfaction and substantial untapped market potential through strategic marketing initiatives.
SUPPORT & FINANCING:
• Seller financing available
• Up to one month of training and transition assistance included
• Owner retiring after successful 30+ year operation
• Some local competition providing market validation
This turnkey operation represents an excellent opportunity for an entrepreneur to acquire an established business with strong fundamentals, loyal customers, and clear growth potential in the signage industry.
Asking Price: $160,000
Established in 1990, this well-established sign company in Wisconsin offers comprehensive graphics design, production, and installation services with nationwide product distribution capabilities. This multi-faceted sign manufacturer has built a solid reputation over three decades through quality workmanship and reliable service to both local businesses and distribution partners.
FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE:
• Annual Revenue: $260,000
• Cash Flow (SDE): $83,748
• EBITDA: $33,128
• Strong recurring customer base with many repeat clients
• Revenue growth driven primarily through word-of-mouth referrals
BUSINESS OPERATIONS:
• Full-service sign design, manufacturing, and installation
• Graphics production capabilities
• Dual revenue streams: custom signs for local businesses and standard products for distribution
• National product distribution network across the United States
• 3,000 sq ft leased facility at $2,262/month (lease expires 6/1/2026)
• Equipment and fixtures valued at $74,000
• Inventory value of $76,000
KEY STRENGTHS:
• 30+ year operating history with established customer relationships
• Diversified revenue model combining custom work and product distribution
• National distribution capabilities providing geographic diversification
• Loyal customer base with many repeat clients
• Proven business model with consistent cash flow generation
• Strong reputation built through word-of-mouth growth
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES:
Significant potential exists to expand the customer base through enhanced marketing efforts. Currently, most new business comes through word-of-mouth referrals, indicating strong customer satisfaction and substantial untapped market potential through strategic marketing initiatives.
SUPPORT & FINANCING:
• Seller financing available
• Up to one month of training and transition assistance included
• Owner retiring after successful 30+ year operation
• Some local competition providing market validation
This turnkey operation represents an excellent opportunity for an entrepreneur to acquire an established business with strong fundamentals, loyal customers, and clear growth potential in the signage industry.
Asking Price: $160,000
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 35
- Facilities & Assets
- Mold tooling, large format printer, large format flat-bed printer, plotter/cutter, cold laminators, forklift, rigid material cutters, pallet racking
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Some local competition
- Opportunities for Growth
- Improvements in marketing could yield new accounts. Currently, most new business is word-of-mouth.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 3,000
- Rent
- $2,262.00 per month
- Lease Expiration
- 6/1/2026
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Retirement
- Transition Support
- Up to one month of training and transition assistance.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2435816
- Listing Views
- 54
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