The latest companies for sale, including: contract cleaning,
security, gardening, hospitality, motor repairs & more.
Service businesses provide intangible products, such as expertise, labor, or convenience, rather than physical goods. The UK’s service sector is the backbone of the economy, accounting for over 70% of GDP. Acquiring a service business offers the advantage of entering an established market with demand driven by a mix of corporate needs, evolving consumer preferences, and a strong, diverse customer base. Many service businesses are resilient to economic cycles due to the ongoing demand for essential or specialised services.
There are many businesses which encompass the services industry, but they are ones we rely on a day-to-day basis for convenience purposes and as part of our commercial economy. Just a few of the many examples include security and alarms, contract cleaning, gardening and landscaping, printing, waste recycling, hospitality, mailing houses, kitchen and bathroom development, garages and MOT, and motor repairs. Note that we have a separate section for professional services.
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This independent education recruitment agency in the North East of England is renowned for its reliability and personal service, maintaining long-term relationships with over 60 schools, primarily in the primary sector.
This well-established, family-run tyre specialist in Tyne and Wear is renowned for its quality and customer service, operating from a modern depot with mobile fitting options for a diverse range of vehicles.
A rare opportunity to acquire a well-established plant hire and contracting business in Somerset, offering over 60 years of operational excellence with a focus on quality and compliance.
The company undertakes general and specialist decorating and maintenance services to residential, commercial, industrial and period properties across the UK. Its solutions include painting, wallpaper hanging, masonry repairs, spraying, dry lining, an...
The company has a distinguished history of offering volunteering opportunities in animal conservation and working holiday programmes in exciting destinations around the globe. Participants enjoy an immensely satisfying and insightful experience whils...
The company operates a fully licensed waste transfer facility authorised to handle a broad range of non-hazardous waste. Equipped with a modern fleet of skip lorries hookloaders grab lorries tippers and artics the company provides comprehensive waste...
Commercial energy broker providing independent non-biased recommendations & savings advice to a diverse range of nationwide SME clients. Advises on the procurement supply & contractual renewal of all major utilities including natural gas electricity...
The company supplies, installs, and maintains electrical, fire, security, computer networks, and automated gates security systems for residential and commercial buildings, working alongside main contractors as part of construction projects while also...
This well-established mobile tyre fitting business, operating since 2000, is renowned in the Hampshire area for its reliable and professional service, boasting direct referrals from industry leaders like RAC and AA.
This is an exciting opportunity to acquire a well-established UK recruitment company with a strong national presence. The business offers a scalable operation with an experienced in-house team and a vast pool of temporary staff, supported by robust i...
This multi-sector recruitment company showcases a diverse client base across industries such as infrastructure, transport, manufacturing, and digital, supported by a robust network of framework and exclusivity agreements.
This premium hospitality recruitment business, established in 2010, boasts a robust roster of blue-chip clients and a strong reputation for supplying top-tier chef talent to 5-star hotels and premium restaurants.
An established facilities management company in the UK is available for acquisition, offering a wide range of cleaning and maintenance services with a strong foothold in the regional market.
This professional arboricultural business offers a unique investment opportunity, boasting national contracts and a strong reputation for high-risk tree surgery services.
Opportunity to acquire an established car diagnostics garage in Kent, renowned for its excellent reputation and strong customer reviews.
This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a long-established commercial vehicle conversion business with a 25-year track record of quality and profitability, situated on valuable freehold premises in North West England.
This well-established car sales and garage business in Nottinghamshire offers a superb reputation supported by positive online reviews and occupies a prominent position on a main road in Worksop.
Discover a unique opportunity to acquire a well-established business specialising in the art of coffee roasting and tea blending, known for its exceptional quality and range of products.
This well-established facilities management business, headquartered in London and operating nationwide, holds long-standing public sector contracts and key accreditations essential for high-level work.
A highly respected family business specialising in waste recycling is now available in West Yorkshire, offering a unique opportunity in a thriving industry.
Buy a service company out of administration, at lower than market-valued prices. Enquire about assets that may be a result of a business falling into distress.
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