Houston, TX · Landscaping Businesses

Landscaping Business Brokers
in Houston, Texas

Find brokers who specialize in landscaping & lawn care businesses in Houston. Typical deal range: $250K–$2M. Typical multiple: 2.5–4× SDE.

Landscaping multiples swing dramatically based on contract structure. A broker who can properly document maintenance contract value adds 1–1.5× to the multiple.

What Drives Landscaping Business Value

  • Maintenance contract base vs. one-time installs
  • Route density and crew efficiency
  • Commercial vs. residential mix
  • Equipment and vehicle fleet condition
  • Customer concentration (no single account >15%)

Red Flags to Watch For

  • Seasonal-only revenue with no maintenance base
  • All customers on verbal agreements
  • Owner-supervised crews (no foreman structure)
Who buys Landscaping businesses?
Owner-operatorsRegional roll-upsIrrigation specialty buyers
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Texas Context

Texas year-round growing season means landscaping businesses run 12 months — unlike seasonal markets up north.

Home Services Brokers in Houston

A note on specialization data:Industry associations (IBBA, M&A Source) classify brokers under broad NAICS-style categories. “Landscaping” doesn't exist as a distinct IBBA specialty — the closest classification is “Construction & Home Services.” The brokers below have listed construction or home services as their specialty area and operate in Houston. We're building direct verification of landscaping deal history — see our methodology.

8 brokers with home services / construction specialization in Houston

Home Services

Michael Holloman

Murphy Business Sales

Houston, TX

35
BBM Score
["CBI"]
AccommodationsAgricultureArtsAuto Related BusinessesBusiness ServicesConstruction
Home Services

Jeffrey Jones, ASA, CBI, CBA

Texas Association of Business Brokers

Houston, TX

35
BBM Score
["CBI"]
AccommodationsAgricultureArtsAuto Related BusinessesBusiness ServicesConstruction
Home Services

Steve Merritt

Transworld Business Advisors of Houston

Houston, TX

35
BBM Score
["CBI""MCBI""M&AMI"]
AgricultureAuto Related BusinessesBusiness ServicesConstructionEntertainment & RecreationFinance & Insurance
Home Services

Austin Zhao

Transworld Business Advisors of S&W Texas

Houston, TX

30
BBM Score
["CBI""M&AMI"]
Auto Related BusinessesBusiness ServicesConstructionEducation ServicesFood & BeverageHealth Care/Social Assistance
Home Services

Jason Ward

TruView Business Advisors

Houston, TX

30
BBM Score
["CBI""M&AMI"]
Auto Related BusinessesBusiness ServicesConstructioneCommerceEducation ServicesEntertainment & Recreation
Home Services

Wayne Blease

Transworld Business Advisors of Houston

Houston, TX

25
BBM Score
["CBI"]
AccommodationsAgricultureArtsAuto Related BusinessesBusiness ServicesConstruction
Home Services

Patrick Johnston

IBG Business

Houston, TX

25
BBM Score
["CBI"]
Business ServicesConstructionHealth Care/Social AssistanceIndustrial ServicesInformationLogistics
Home Services

Lou Sabbagh

Budget Business Brokers & Intercap USA

Houston, TX

25
BBM Score
["CBI"]
AccommodationsAgricultureArtsAuto Related BusinessesBusiness ServicesConstruction

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I look for in a Landscaping business broker in Houston?

Prioritize brokers with actual Landscaping transactions in Texas — not just general business sales experience. Ask how many Landscapingbusinesses they've closed in the last 24 months, what their buyer relationships look like (especially with Owner-operators and Regional roll-ups), and how they handle industry-specific valuation questions.

How much is a Landscaping business worth in Houston?

Landscaping businesses in the Houston market typically trade at 2.5–4× SDE, with deal values ranging from $250K–$2M. The multiple depends heavily on: Maintenance contract base vs. one-time installs, Route density and crew efficiency, Commercial vs. residential mix.

How long does it take to sell a Landscaping business?

Most Landscaping deals in Texas close in 4–9 months from listing to close. Businesses with strong recurring revenue and clean operations tend to close faster. A broker with an active buyer pool in this vertical can reduce time-to-close significantly.