Expert articles on M&A strategy, EBITDA valuations, buyer types, and how to maximize what your commercial trade business is worth — from someone who has closed 600+ deals across 14 trade verticals.
PE activity in the commercial trades has never been higher. Here’s what buyers are actually paying — broken down by trade vertical, business size, and revenue mix — based on real closed transactions.
Get notified when published →Recurring maintenance contracts, commercial service mix, and an aging fleet of installed equipment are driving HVAC multiples to 6x–10.8x EBITDA. What it means for sellers.
Get notified →The difference between a PE add-on and a strategic sale isn’t just price — it’s structure, timeline, and what happens to your employees after close. A frank comparison.
Get notified →Most trade business owners confuse net income with EBITDA. They’re not the same, and the difference can be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars at closing. Here’s how to get it right.
Get notified →Roofing is now one of the most active new rollup verticals in commercial trades. Commercial roofing businesses with maintenance contracts are seeing 3x–9x EBITDA — here’s how to position yours.
Get notified →Electrical contractors with data center, EV infrastructure, or renewable energy exposure are commanding serious premiums in 2026. What’s driving it and how to demonstrate that value to buyers.
Get notified →A plumbing business with commercial service agreements is worth significantly more than one doing mostly residential emergency work. Here’s the data behind the premium.
Get notified →Many PE buyers want the operator to stay on. This arrangement can dramatically increase your total exit value — if the employment terms are negotiated as part of the original deal.
Get notified →Landscaping businesses with 60%+ recurring maintenance revenue and dense route geography are achieving top-of-range multiples. How to measure and improve yours before going to market.
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