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Building and Construction Businesses for Sale in Virginia

Explore GC firms, specialty trades, restoration, and maintenance suitable for operators and investment firms. Filter by gross revenue, adjusted cash flow, cash flow multiple, state, asking price, and whether the owner is exploring interest. Use toggles to hide franchises, find absentee owner potential listings, relocatable or fully remote options, and SBA loan pre-qualified deals. Save this search to get email alerts when new matches appear. At-a-glance market stats: • Median cash-flow multiple: 3.0X • Most common industries: General contracting, HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Restoration and remediation Frequently asked questions: Q: How do backlog and WIP influence valuation? A: A healthy, profitable backlog and clean WIP reporting add value because they provide visibility into future revenue and margins. Q: What licenses or bonding are most common? A: Expect state contractor licenses, trade-specific credentials, and bonding or insurance requirements tied to project size and public work. Q: How do fixed-price and T&M contracts change risk? A: Fixed-price contracts carry more margin risk if costs run over, while time-and-materials jobs usually pass more cost risk to the customer. Q: Can vehicles and equipment be financed outside the main loan? A: Yes, trucks and heavy equipment are often financed with separate term loans or leases so the primary loan focuses on the operating business. Capacity and margin discipline define results. Assess backlog quality, contract mix, change orders, and safety metrics. Crew depth and subcontractor networks affect schedule reliability. Valuation ties to adjusted cash flow, customer mix, and recurring maintenance. Strong job costing, documented processes, and clean safety records support durable earnings. Relationships with owners, GCs, and inspectors are worth preserving. In diligence, review WIP schedules, job profitability by project type, retention, bonding capacity, licenses, and EMR or TRIR trends. If a qualifying license sits with the seller, plan for coverage and transition. Financing often uses SBA or conventional loans with equipment financing where needed. Protect the pipeline with a handoff plan for project managers, foremen, and key clients.