Washoe County, NV
This growing junk removal and moving franchise has quickly become a trusted name across Northern Nevada. In just a few short years, it has built strong brand recognition, loyal repeat customers, and a...
$345,000
Cash Flow: $104,477
Texas
The company operates as an asset-light broker connecting homeowners and contractors with regional dumpster suppliers across 60 US markets via an online-ordering platform. Founded in 2013, the company...
$5,650,000
Cash Flow: $1,130,000
Chattanooga, TN
Own a growing roll-off dumpster business in the rapidly expanding Chattanooga market. This operation includes a late-model Ram 5500 hook-lift truck, 68 dumpsters, and an established Bin There Dump...
$265,000
Fort Wayne, IN
Smash My Trash is a mobile dumpster compacting company, helping businesses and communities to reduce waste volume, save money and lower emissions. SMT is transforming the industry by empowering...
$1,300,000
Cash Flow: $290,000
Redwood City, CA
We are a profitable, tech-driven waste removal business operating in a large and growing market. Customers easily order a durable Yellowsack online, fill it at home or on-site, and schedule pickup in...
$1,600,000
Cash Flow: $450,000
Boston, MA
There’s Profit in Trash — And It’s Already Proven! Outdated metal bins. Illegal dumping. Skyrocketing hauling fees. Complaints on repeat. The traditional waste model is broken — and this...
$177,000
Zionsville, IN
There’s Profit in Trash — And It’s Already Proven! Outdated metal bins. Illegal dumping. Skyrocketing hauling fees. Complaints on repeat. The traditional waste model is broken — and this...
$178,000
Morristown, CO
There’s Profit in Trash — And It’s Already Proven! Outdated metal bins. Illegal dumping. Skyrocketing hauling fees. Complaints on repeat. The traditional waste model is broken — and this...
$180,000
Grand Rapids, MI
TURNKEY DUMPSTER BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY - GRAND RAPIDS, MI Exceptional asset sale opportunity in the thriving waste management sector. This complete dumpster rental operation includes all essential...
$350,000
**We will pay the Tariffs on the next 3 US territories sold** Red-E-Bins is a new concept to the North American market of personal and commercial disposal. Our trailer and bins are unique in the way...
$99,900
Available Nationwide
Low Stress, Home Based. MobileDumps is the dumpster rental alternative suited to fit the needs of both residential and commercial customers. Now at 31 locations nationwide.
$60,000
With a Dumpster Dudez franchise, you'll have the opportunity to experience both the independence and flexibility small business entrepreneurship offers, while also receiving the backing, guidance, and...
$40,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Montana
The business was founded in 2022 and operated as a dual-location scrap metal recycling business in the Mountain West Region. It has rapidly built a reputation as a trusted waste management partner for...
$8,500,000
EBITDA: $988,604
Belmont, NC
Our exterior home pet services franchise system was established 25 years ago, and is the market leader in our segment. In fact, we are the nation’s leading B2C and B2B franchise servicing homes,...
$125,000
Cash Flow: $40,000
Founded over a century ago and located in the Midwest, this company is a leading provider of scrap metal recycling services, specializing in the collection, processing, sorting, and baling of ferrous...
$18,000,000
EBITDA: $2,730,883
Des Moines, IA
Established Dumpster Rental Company - Des Moines, IA This profitable dumpster rental business offers an excellent opportunity to acquire an established operation serving the Des Moines metropolitan...
$399,999
Cash Flow: $65,000
Transworld Business Advisors
Transworld Business Advisors of Minnesota & Des Moines
Serving Hennepin County, MN
Interested in buying or selling your business? Transworld and their professional services successfully bring buyers and sellers together. We have become the world leader in the marketing and sales of businesses, franchises and commercial real estate.
Hagerstown, MD
This profitable junk hauling and removal business delivers strong cash flow and steady demand with plenty of room to grow. The seller has focused almost entirely on one of three exclusive territories,...
$350,000
Cash Flow: $144,476
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Dania Beach, FL
Imagine stepping into a well-established recycling operation on Florida's east coast that's positioned for extraordinary growth. You'll find yourself at the center of what could be the opportunity of...
$40,000,000
Nassau County, NY
LISTING ID # 37260 Roll-off container and dumpster company with a strong customer base and an excellent online presence. The sale includes a well-maintained roll-off truck and a large inventory of...
$475,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Fannin County, GA
A rare opportunity to acquire a well-established waste management and transfer station business with over 30 years of consistent, uninterrupted operation. This high-margin operation has built a strong...
$4,000,000
Cash Flow: $658,000
Ann Arbor, MI
Step into a waste-hauling operation that’s already dialed-in and built for efficiency. This business uses a fleet of mobile dumpster trailers that are easy to tow, simple to deploy, and far more...
$206,900
Cash Flow: $109,748
Available in Multiple Locations
Explore a lucrative investment opportunity and discover the premier residential cleaning franchise investment. Our franchise owners achieve an average of $2.4* million through our distinctive business model, featuring diverse revenue streams and cutting-edge technology, all while fostering positive impact on those we support.
$50,000
See More FranchisesHarnett County, NC
Located between Raleigh, NC and Fayetteville, NC Construction dumpster rental business centrally located between Raleigh, NC and Fayetteville, NC. We currently offer for rent 20 yard, 15 yard, and 10...
$850,000
Philadelphia, PA
Profitable Philadelphia Junk Removal Franchise – Proven, Sustainable, and Turnkey #20251 Are you looking for a business with immediate cash flow, a loyal customer base, over 1000 5 star reviews and a...
$995,000
Cash Flow: $280,000
Clark County, WA
This business acquisition opportunity is a multiple decade old family-owned and operated dumpster rental and waste hauling business serving Clark County, the Portland Metro area, and surrounding...
$280,000
Cash Flow: $150,000
Stafford, VA
Established territory covering Stafford, Fredericksburg, and surrounding area, with expansion rights into all of Northern Virginia. Includes a fully wrapped Mobiledumps truck, customer accounts, and...
$25,000
Rock Hill, SC
This established home services business is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a flexible, semi-absentee ownership model with recurring revenue and strong local demand. It provides a...
$125,000
Blanco County, TX
** PLEASE DO NOT CALL THE BUSINESS MAIN LINE; SUBMIT A REQUEST ON BIZBUYSELL ONLY ** BUSINESS OVERVIEW: Hill Country Junk (HCJ) is a fully insured rubbish removal company established in July 2019 and...
$650,000
Dallas, TX
Imagine running a business that practically sells itself. This established waste collection service has cracked the code on what homeowners, contractors, and property managers really want: fast,...
$199,000
Cash Flow: $105,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Miami, FL
This is your chance to own the most reputable full-service septic tank repair, installation, and maintenance company in the Miami area. This recession-proof business built a great reputation of...
$2,900,000
Cash Flow: $737,000
Onondaga County, NY
The business is in Central New York. and has been in operation for over 25 years. It is one of the most reliable and reputable recycling services in the area. The business accepts a variety of...
$450,000
Cash Flow: $131,000
Lexington, KY
This profitable B2B service helps businesses cut costs and reduce their environmental impact. Operating across two protected territories in the Lexington and Frankfort areas, it uses mobile compaction...
$790,000
Cash Flow: $241,320
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Looking for a business-to-business, recurring-revenue franchise with a strong brand name? MilliCare is a premium, international franchise specializing in maintaining and restoring commercial flooring and textiles. This B2B, recurring-revenue franchise is the premier, full-service commercial flooring and textile service provider with a 95% customer retention rate - proudly serving Class A commercial office buildings, retail centers, financial institutions, apartment complexes, hospitals, law offices, hotels, airports and more.
$50,000
See More FranchisesGreenville, NC
Established, high-growth dumpster rental company operating across multiple territories in Eastern North Carolina. The company provides driveway-friendly roll-off containers ideal for residential and...
$1,395,000
EBITDA: $310,000
North Carolina
Be your own boss! Great starter opportunity in the logistics space. › Includes 1 well-maintained truck › Deliver and install appliances for major national retailers › Steady demand + room to grow in...
$150,000
Cash Flow: $37,236
Louisiana
Two trucks included in the sale! › 2 Trucks › Enter the waste industry with an owner-operator business. › Offering essential waste collection and disposal services, this route is primed for growth and...
$295,000
Cash Flow: $77,869
Prince Frederick, MD
Reduced price! Own the only College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving® franchise in Southern Maryland, a booming market with strong demand for moving and junk removal. This business has $900K+ in annual...
$200,000
Wisconsin
Own a thriving furniture delivery and assembly company! › Client Pipeline: Active contracts with Ryder, Wayfair, and Amazon Relay—consistent revenue and growth potential. › Operational Excellence:...
$560,000
Cash Flow: $102,924
Available Nationwide
Five Star Painting, a Neighborly company, is the nation's leading residential and commercial painting services franchise. With us, business ownership is a stroke of genius!
$50,000
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Enter the E-Waste industry with specialized technology. ARR designed the D2000 Depopulator: a device which effectively and rapidly removes electrical parts from Circuit Boards without the use of...
$200,000
Richland County, WI
Immediate ROI - A Profitable Portable Unit Enterprise with No Competition Over $570,650 in Equipment and Supplies Included! Step into ownership of a highly successful, portable business with 48% cash...
$1,600,000
Cash Flow: $308,234
Salt Lake City, UT
Established nearly two decades ago, this roll-off dumpster business has become a respected and recognized name in Utah’s waste management industry. With long-standing customer relationships — some...
$1,475,000
Cash Flow: $230,000
This is a business for sale...
$500,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
York County, ME
This successful metal recycling facility sits on 8+- acres and conveniently located on the same road as the town transfer station. The yard operates six days a week and accepts clean scrap metal &...
$3,600,000
Cash Flow: $283,481
Tony Cordi
Pacific Edge Partners
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Pacific Edge Partners was formed in 2024 by Tony Cordi and Camille Camper, both industry leaders in the food & beverage industry. The company provides a wide range of services to support buyers, sellers, tenants and landlords. Our clients range from national credit tenants to sole proprietors across a number of industries.
Salt Lake County, UT
Bin There Dump That Salt Lake City is a premier dumpster rental service with a strong financial track record, scalable operations, and an efficient cost structure. The business specializes in...
$690,000
EBITDA: $80,904
Dane County, WI
REDUCED - Recession Proof With No Competitors Immediate ROI - A Profitable Portable Unit Enterprise with No Competition Over $570,650 in Equipment and Supplies Included! Step into ownership of a...
$1,600,000
Cash Flow: $310,000
Albuquerque, NM
Established and Profitable Junk Removal Business for Sale in Albuquerque! A great opportunity awaits a motivated buyer to acquire a profitable and well-established junk removal and recycling business...
$339,000
Suffolk County, NY
LISTING ID # 36876 Recycling and scrap metal business available for acquisition in Suffolk County, New York. This well-established operation has served both Nassau and Suffolk Counties for years,...
$975,000
Cash Flow: $225,000
Gregory County, SD
Take advantage of this rare opportunity to own a trusted and thriving sanitation business in South Central South Dakota! With minimal regional competition and a proven track record of reliability,...
$1,350,000
Cash Flow: $325,258
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We are operators looking to expand with the right franchisees in the right markets. Our stores open and ramp up quickly, and the cash-on-cash returns in our company are unparalleled. We provide maximum support for every franchisee, from site selection to accounting, marketing, training, customer service support, business to business development and more! Our software and supply-chain logistics are second to none in our industry.
$60,000
See More FranchisesESTABLISHED SMASH MY TRASH FRANCHISE - CALIFORNIA This turnkey waste management franchise presents an exceptional semi-absentee investment opportunity in California's thriving commercial market....
$2,150,000
Cash Flow: $485,000
Albany County, NY
LISTING ID # 37234 This is a long-time successful e-waste recycling business and reseller. They can recycle anything in the electronics field such as keyboards & monitors, computers, printers &...
$3,500,000
Cash Flow: $700,000
Florence, KY
Established dumpster rental business serving Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky markets from Florence, KY base. This turnkey operation serves both B2B and B2C customers with an established client base...
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $1
Irving, TX
Overview: Red E Bins Dumpster Rentals of DFW delivers a modern, customer-friendly dumpster rental experience across the Dallas Fort Worth area. Offering compact and convenient 5, 10, and 15 yard...
$225,000
EBITDA: $30,000
Nueces County, TX
Smash My Trash, the #1 Mobile waste compaction services franchise in the country. Own the entire Corpus Christi area that includes many exclusive national accounts, large industrial customers,...
$95,000
Available in Multiple Locations
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$200,000
See More FranchisesThe waste management and recycling industry is a critical sector that plays a key role in maintaining environmental sustainability and promoting resource conservation. This industry involves the collection, transportation, processing, and disposal of waste materials, as well as recycling efforts that turn waste into reusable resources.
The growth of the waste management and recycling industry looks promising with increasing investments in sustainable practices and green technologies. Governments and organizations are expected to continue prioritizing waste reduction and resource recovery.
If you are in the market to buy or sell a waste management business, it is critical to understand how these types of businesses are valued, and how they are expected to perform financially. To give you some context, we have aggregated listing data of waste management businesses and surfaced average financials and valuation metrics based on current asking prices.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
166 |
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Median Asking Price |
$550,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$665,413 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$193,000 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Waste Management and Recycling Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
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Lower Quartile |
0.54 |
2.30 |
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Median |
0.85 |
3.38 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.14 |
4.25 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Waste Management & Recycling Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a waste management and recycling business?
Prices vary depending on the size of the business listed, but the median asking price for waste management and recycling businesses is $550,000.
How much do waste management business owners earn?
Waste management and recycling business owners report median annual revenue of $665,413 and annual owner earnings of $193,000. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a waste management and recycling business?
Valuing a waste management and recycling business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit, growth (or decline) trends, and competition. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples among waste management and recycling businesses listed for sale in the U.S. range from 0.54 to 1.14, with the median at 0.85. Earnings multiples range from 2.30 to 4.25, with the median at 3.38. These values suggest the average waste management business listed for sale may trade for around 0.85 times its annual revenue, and 3.38 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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