Buy a Cleaning & Janitorial Business in Canada
Acquire residential and commercial cleaning companies across BC and Canada.
About This Industry
Cleaning and janitorial SMB acquisitions are strong cash-flow businesses with low capital requirements and high recurring contract revenue. Commercial janitorial (B2B) typically valued higher than residential.
Market Snapshot
Typical Deal Economics
Typical Price Range
$200k - $2M
SDE Range
$80k - $400k
Multiple Range
2x - 4x SDE
Working Capital
45-60 days of AR
Why Buy in This Industry
- Recurring contract revenue
- Low capital and equipment requirement
- Recession-resistant essential service
- Roll-up potential
- Strong margins in well-routed operations
Key Risks to Diligence
- Staff retention and recruiting
- Contract assignment consent
- WorkSafeBC and bonding
- Customer concentration
- Wage inflation
Growth Opportunities
Post-acquisition opportunities we target with our clients in this industry.
British Columbia Specifics
BC commercial cleaning is strong throughout Lower Mainland (offices, retail, healthcare, education). Industrial and post-construction cleaning has strong demand in growing cities like Surrey, Langley, and Abbotsford.
Our Edge in This Industry
Services We Apply
Business Valuation
Defensible valuation of the target using SDE, EBITDA multiple, and DCF — calibrated to Canadian comps.
09Due Diligence
Coordinate accountants, lawyers, and specialists through 30-60 day deep diligence.
19Integration
First 90-180 days: stabilize, retain, learn, then improve.
20Growth Plan
12-24 month growth plan after the integration period is complete.
Where We Buy Cleaning Businesses in BC
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Ready to Buy a Cleaning Business?
Start with a free 30-minute Discovery Call. We will review your situation, share what is realistic in this industry, and recommend next steps.
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