Quality Design-Build Landscape Company, $2.1M Sales, $434K DE

This award-winning San Luis Obispo County-based design-build landscape company established in 2005 creates exceptional outdoor experiences for the most discerning homeowners.  Typical design-build projects range from $10K – $350K+.

The company had $2.1 million in sales in 2022 with $434,166 Discretionary  Offered at $995,000, the company has an exceptionally strong team of 12 professional knowledgeable employees with over 30 years of combined experience.

The seller has built a business that is scalable and has excellent infrastructure, books and records.

The business has been pre-approved by SBA lenders for qualified buyers with 10-year financing and a down payment including most closing costs of $99,028.

Although there is demand for maintenance work the company has not yet developed this service and has chosen to focus exclusively on design and build projects.  There is a significant opportunity to add maintenance services to the company’s service offerings.

Summary:

• $2,150,854 2022 Gross Sales
• $434,166 2022 Discretionary Earnings
• Business offered at $995,000
• $99,028 down payment with SBA financing
• Licensed C-27 Landscape Contractor, Seller will RMO for Buyer

The company has a well-trained professional staff of 12 full-time W2 employees:

• Office Staff
• Landscape Design Architect
• Landscape Designer
• Project Manager
• Foremen
• Landscape Crew(s)

Down Payment & Working Capital Required 

The down payment required for this transaction is a minimum of $99,028 cash down payment with SBA financing.  Additional working capital is required.  A minimum FICO score of 700 is required for SBA financing.

Seller Role & Buyer Requirements: 

The owner’s duties are primarily general management, sales, and training the Landscape Architect for additional sales responsibilities.

As the business is a C-27 Landscaping Contractor the buyer will have to obtain their C-27 license.  The Seller will act as the RMO (Responsible Managing Officer) for up to 12 months.  This is the maximum period allowed by the SBA and the Seller cannot RMO beyond one year.

 Reason for Selling:

The Seller is pursuing other interests unrelated to landscaping.