Profitable AV Rental Business | $220K SDE | 30+ Years | Owner Retiring
Business Description
Overview
Established Audio-Visual rental and event services business serving corporate, government, nonprofit, and private clients across the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region. Operating for over 30 years, the company has built a strong reputation, repeat client relationships, and a substantial inventory of professional AV equipment.
The business is registered in Virginia and operates from a Baltimore, MD facility serving the DC–MD–VA region. Day-to-day operations are supported by established staff and contractors, with the owner operating in a supervisory role. The business has been successfully managed with limited on-site presence, supported by modern systems and 24/7 remote facility monitoring via a comprehensive camera and security setup. The owner visits the facility periodically, demonstrating a low owner-dependency model and a smooth transition opportunity for a new owner.
The business generates normalized Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (SDE) of approximately $220,000 and is supported by a solid operational infrastructure. The owner is retiring and seeking a full exit, creating a clean transition opportunity for a qualified buyer.
Financial Highlights
• Normalized SDE: ~$220,000
• Revenue history:
– 2023: ~$885,000
– 2024: ~$650,000
– 2025: ~$635,000
• Significant owned AV equipment inventory (estimated ~$200,000 replacement value)
Operations & Assets
• Full-service AV rental and production capability (audio, video, lighting, event support)
• Long-standing client base with repeat bookings
• Established contractor and technician network
• Strong brand presence in the DMV market
• Vehicles, tools, cases, and operational systems included
Market & Growth Opportunity
The business operates in a stable and recurring market serving meetings, conferences, and events. Recent revenue variation reflects industry-wide changes in online discovery and a website reorganization during the transition to AI-driven search. The digital foundation has now been stabilized, providing upside for a buyer who invests further in modern marketing and outreach.
Real Estate (Optional)
The business may be acquired with or without its current warehouse facility. The warehouse is fully paid off and available as part of a turnkey acquisition, subject to separate pricing.
Support & Transition
Seller will provide a reasonable transition and training period to ensure continuity of operations, client relationships, and vendor handoff.
Reason for Sale
Owner retirement after decades of operation.
Established Audio-Visual rental and event services business serving corporate, government, nonprofit, and private clients across the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region. Operating for over 30 years, the company has built a strong reputation, repeat client relationships, and a substantial inventory of professional AV equipment.
The business is registered in Virginia and operates from a Baltimore, MD facility serving the DC–MD–VA region. Day-to-day operations are supported by established staff and contractors, with the owner operating in a supervisory role. The business has been successfully managed with limited on-site presence, supported by modern systems and 24/7 remote facility monitoring via a comprehensive camera and security setup. The owner visits the facility periodically, demonstrating a low owner-dependency model and a smooth transition opportunity for a new owner.
The business generates normalized Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (SDE) of approximately $220,000 and is supported by a solid operational infrastructure. The owner is retiring and seeking a full exit, creating a clean transition opportunity for a qualified buyer.
Financial Highlights
• Normalized SDE: ~$220,000
• Revenue history:
– 2023: ~$885,000
– 2024: ~$650,000
– 2025: ~$635,000
• Significant owned AV equipment inventory (estimated ~$200,000 replacement value)
Operations & Assets
• Full-service AV rental and production capability (audio, video, lighting, event support)
• Long-standing client base with repeat bookings
• Established contractor and technician network
• Strong brand presence in the DMV market
• Vehicles, tools, cases, and operational systems included
Market & Growth Opportunity
The business operates in a stable and recurring market serving meetings, conferences, and events. Recent revenue variation reflects industry-wide changes in online discovery and a website reorganization during the transition to AI-driven search. The digital foundation has now been stabilized, providing upside for a buyer who invests further in modern marketing and outreach.
Real Estate (Optional)
The business may be acquired with or without its current warehouse facility. The warehouse is fully paid off and available as part of a turnkey acquisition, subject to separate pricing.
Support & Transition
Seller will provide a reasonable transition and training period to ensure continuity of operations, client relationships, and vendor handoff.
Reason for Sale
Owner retirement after decades of operation.
About the Business
- Facilities & Assets
- Business operates from a warehouse facility suitable for AV equipment storage and logistics. Assets include a substantial inventory of professional audio, video, and event equipment, vehicles, tools, cases, and related infrastructure. Optional acquisition of the real estate is available.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- The business operates in a stable and recurring market serving corporate, nonprofit, and private clients. Demand for professional AV services remains consistent across meetings, conferences, and events. The company benefits from long-standing client relationships and repeat bookings.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Significant growth opportunity exists through enhanced digital marketing, SEO optimization for AI-driven search, expanded corporate outreach, and geographic expansion. The operational foundation and asset base are already in place.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Owned
- Not included in asking price
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 2,900
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owner retirement and desire for a full exit after decades of operation.
- Transition Support
- Seller will provide a reasonable transition and training period to ensure continuity of operations, client relationships, and vendor handoff.
- Financing Options
- Seller open to discussing reasonable financing terms for qualified buyers.
Listing Info
- ID
- 1877880
- Listing Views
- 27
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