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Construction businesses present unique challenges when it comes to selling. Buyers need to evaluate bonding capacity, contractor license transferability, equipment fleet value, work-in-progress contracts, and whether key subcontractor relationships transfer with the business. A broker who specializes in construction and trades transactions understands these complexities and structures the deal accordingly.
Featured Construction Business Brokers
business brokers with construction and contracting companies transaction experience — sorted by profile completeness and Broker Score.
Cress V. Diglio
CII Advisors
📍 Orlando, FL · 23yr IBBA member
Business Services · Construction · Education Services · Technical Services
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Barry Berkowitz
Berkowitz Acquisitions
📍 Boynton Beach, FL · 24yr IBBA member
Construction · eCommerce · Education Services · Entertainment & Recreation
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Nanda Nandkishore
Acacia Group, Inc.
📍 Los Gatos, CA · 21yr IBBA member
Business Services · Construction · Education Services · Food & Beverage
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Dave Richards
Keystone Business Advisors
📍 Westlake Village, CA · 21yr IBBA member
Business Services · Construction · eCommerce · Health Care/Social Assistance
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Vasilis Georgiou
Crossroads Business Brokers, Inc.
📍 Irvine, CA · 23yr IBBA member
Accommodations · Agriculture · Arts · Auto Related Businesses
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MATT COLETTA, LCBB,LCBI,M&AMI,CM&AP
M&A Business Advisors
📍 Calabasas, CA · 25yr IBBA member
Accommodations · Agriculture · Arts · Auto Related Businesses
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What to Look for in a Construction Business Broker
Contractor license transfer knowledge
Most states require new owners to hold their own contractor's license, which takes time to obtain. A specialist broker builds this into the deal timeline and helps structure transition arrangements.
Backlog and WIP valuation
Work-in-progress contracts and signed backlog are a major value driver in construction. Your broker should know how to present and defend backlog value to buyers and lenders.
Equipment appraisal experience
Construction businesses often have significant equipment value. A broker familiar with equipment appraisals can ensure your fleet is properly valued rather than used as a negotiating chip against you.
Bonding and surety experience
Buyers of larger construction businesses often need to establish their own bonding. Brokers with construction experience understand surety requirements and can help buyers navigate this early in the process.
How Are Construction Businesses Valued?
Construction businesses typically sell at 2.5–5× SDE. Specialty contractors (electrical, plumbing, HVAC) command the higher end due to licensing barriers to entry. General contractors with strong backlog and diversified customer bases sell in the 3–4.5× range. Key value drivers: percentage of repeat vs. bid work, license and bonding transferability, equipment condition and ownership vs. leased, and whether the owner's relationships are documentable and transferable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How are construction businesses valued?
Construction businesses are typically valued at 2.5–5× annual SDE (Seller's Discretionary Earnings). Specialty contractors with licenses and barriers to entry command higher multiples. Backlog (signed contracts not yet completed) adds value above the SDE multiple. Equipment is usually appraised separately at fair market value.
What happens to contractor licenses when a construction business is sold?
Contractor licenses are typically personal — they belong to the licensed individual, not the business entity. Most deals require either the buyer to hold their own license before close, or a transition period where the seller remains the responsible licensee. Your broker should understand your state's rules and build this into the deal structure.
Can I sell my construction business as an asset sale?
Yes, and most small construction company sales are structured as asset sales. The buyer acquires the equipment, vehicles, customer relationships, trade name, and goodwill — but not the legal entity or its liabilities. This is cleaner for buyers and sellers in most cases.
How long does it take to sell a construction company?
Typically 6–12 months. Specialty contractors with licenses and strong backlog tend to close faster (buyers are motivated). General contractors with heavy bidding work and lower margins can take longer to find the right buyer.
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