KB Valuation
ExampleLegacy HVAC Services — Business Valuation
Generated by the KB Deal Intelligence Engine using normalized EBITDA and industry-specific transaction multiples.
Estimated Valuation Range
$3.6M
Conservative
$4.4M
Fair Market Value
$5.5M
Premium
3.9x EBITDAAsking: $4.8M (4.6x)5.9x EBITDA
NoteThis valuation includes all operating equipment and FF&E (furniture, fixtures, and equipment), which are captured inside the EBITDA multiple. Owned real estate is valued separately and is not included in the business value above.
Total Transaction Value
Business only (operations + FF&E)
EBITDA multiple, equipment included
$3.6M – $5.5M
+ Real estate
Owned real estate (valued separately)
+$1.5M
Business + Real Estate
Combined enterprise + property value
$5.1M – $7.0M
EBITDA Multiple Applied
3.9x – 5.9x
Industry: Home Services · Dallas, TX Market
Normalized EBITDA: $1.1M
Range: $1.1M × 3.9–5.9x
Result: $3.6M – $5.5M
Range: $1.1M × 3.9–5.9x
Result: $3.6M – $5.5M
Deal Structure Recommendation
Recommended Structure
SBA 7(a)
Alternative: Blended Structure
75% SBA · 15% seller carries a note · 10% buyer cash down · Maximizes seller proceeds
Business Narrative
Legacy HVAC Services represents a compelling acquisition opportunity in the Dallas-Fort Worth home services market. With 18 years of operational history, a recurring residential customer base of 2,400+ clients, and demonstrated revenue growth of 35% over three years, this business exhibits the durability that sophisticated buyers prioritize. The owner-operator model creates a clean transition opportunity for a qualified buyer with operational experience in skilled trades.
EBITDA Add-Backs Applied
Items added back to reflect true owner earnings power
+$272K
| Add-Back Item | Amount | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Owner Salary Excess (above market rate) | +$180K | one time items |
| One-time Equipment Repair | +$45K | one time items |
| Personal Vehicle Expense | +$29K | one time items |
| Owner Health Insurance | +$18K | one time items |
Risk Factors
Owner DependencyMedium
Owner manages key accounts and relationships directly
Revenue ConcentrationLow
No single customer dominates annual revenue
Market CompetitionLow
Established brand and reputation in its market
Value Drivers
Recurring RevenuePredictable cash flow
Service agreements and repeat customers
Customer DatabaseProprietary CRM
Full service history and relationships
Tenured TeamRuns without owner
Experienced staff and management depth
Comparable Transactions
| Business | Revenue | EBITDA | Multiple | Sale Price | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DFW HVAC Co. | $2.1M | $480K | 4.1x | $2.0M | 2024 |
| Austin Climate Control | $5.3M | $1.1M | 5.2x | $5.8M | 2023 |
| Houston Air Pros | $3.2M | $720K | 4.6x | $3.4M | 2024 |
