Active
Established and Profitable Roofing Business
Location: Lancaster, California
Asking Price: $510,000 (SBA Qualified)
Entity Type: S-Corporation
Reason for Sale: Retirement
Overview
A family-owned roofing and construction company with over 30 years of experience serving residential, commercial, and industrial clients across the Antelope Valley. Founded in 1992 and incorporated in 2012, the company has built a strong reputation for craftsmanship, reliability, and customer satisfaction.
The business offers a full range of roofing solutions — including new installations, re-roofing, and repairs. Their team of long-tenured employees reflects stability, skill, and consistent service quality.
Operations
- Service Mix: Residential (50%), Commercial (30%), Service/Repairs (20%)
- Staff: Owner-operator with six employees, including clerical, foreman, and roofing staff
- Facility: Home-based; buyer will need to relocate operations (adjusted in valuation)
- Hours: Monday–Thursday, 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM (crews work Monday–Saturday as needed)
Marketing relies heavily on word-of-mouth referrals supported by a professional website that attracts digital leads.
Market & Industry
The U.S. roofing industry is experiencing sustained growth, driven by re-roofing demand, weather-related replacements, and commercial development. The national market is projected to grow from $134 billion in 2024 to over $192 billion by 2032, with California among the top states for roofing employment.
In Lancaster, the local economy is bolstered by aerospace, solar, and manufacturing industries, with ongoing residential expansion. The area’s median household income of $76,000 supports a steady base of roofing customers.
Competitive Advantages
- Established Reputation: Over three decades of service with strong local brand recognition.
- Experienced Workforce: Long-tenured and skilled team ensures continuity and quality.
- Strong Margins: Re-roofing and service work drive consistent profitability.
- Growth Potential:
- Hire dedicated sales staff to increase lead generation.
- Expand digital marketing on platforms like Facebook and LinkedIn.
- Take on additional projects rather than subcontracting overflow work.
Financial Highlights
- Price: $510,000 (includes all FF&E; no real estate or inventory)
- Structure: S-Corp
- Licensing: Requires California C-39 Roofing Contractor License
- Training: Seller to provide 2 weeks of transition support (20 hrs/week); additional consulting available if needed.
- Non-Compete: 5 years, 100-mile radius.
Summary Assessment
This company presents a strong acquisition opportunity for an experienced roofing or construction professional seeking to expand into the Southern California market. With decades of proven operations, stable cash flow, and growth potential through sales and marketing expansion, the business offers both profitability and scalability.
The company’s history of quality service and community reputation makes it an ideal fit for a hands-on operator or a regional contractor looking to add a reliable, branded division.
Listed By: John Willingham
Background information
Reference:
57867
Year established:
2001
Reason selling:
Retirement
Finance
Sales:
$1,266,557
Profits:
$209,020
Profit type:
Discretionary Earnings
Operations
Employees:
It is expected that the foreman and two roofer will remain with the business after the sale.
Equipment:
All of the equipment necessary to operate the Business will come with the Business and a list will be provided to a qualified buyer.
Inventory:
No inventory comes with the business
Furniture fixtures and equipment:
The Business comes with all of the equipment necessary to operated the Business and a list will be provided to qualified Buyers
Premises
Facility:
Currently the Business operates from the owners home it is on a large lot and there is room to store all of the equipment.
Square footage:
2,500 Sq. Ft. needed must relocate.
Rent and lease terms:
Estimated 2,500 sq. ft. at $1.00 Per Sq. Ft. Per Month. I will help you find the space you need.
Location:
Palmdale/Landcaster area of California
Opportunities
Growth:
The Roofing Business benefits from the growth in the area and there is always re-roofing of existing homes and commercial buildings to do. The Roofing industry is expected to grow at a compounded rate growth rate of 6.6% from 2024 - 2032.
Market:
The Palmdale/Lancaster is a thriving community about 50 mile North of the Los Angeles area and benefits from that. The community is growing and is expected to continue to grow. People can afford to buy a home there and commute to work.
Price and terms
Price:
$510,000
Down payment:
$76,500
Financing:
SBA fianacing should be available to a qualified buyer experienced in the construction trades business.
Training:
The Owner will provide training for 2 weeks at 20 hours per week and if the Buyer needs more than that the owner will continue on a paid basis.