This home-based dryer vent cleaning business in the Northern Virginia area generates $95,000 in SDE on a $99,900 asking price, offering near-immediate payback for a solo operator or small crew. The service addresses a safety-driven, non-discretionary need — dryer vent fires account for over $250M in annual property damage — creating consistent demand regardless of economic cycles. The home-based operating model with a leased van and minimal overhead results in exceptionally high margin retention for a buyer.
An illustrative SBA 7(a) scenario based on the figures above. Model your own assumptions in the SBA loan calculator.
Illustrative only — not a financing offer. Assumes a 10% down payment and a 10-year SBA 7(a) loan at 10.5%. Actual terms vary by lender, deal structure, and buyer profile.
The DSCR shown is computed on raw cash flow — before the owner-salary, maintenance-capex, and rent adjustments SBA lenders apply when underwriting. Model the lender's view in the DSCR calculator.
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The asking price is $99,900. Exact terms and any seller financing are confirmed directly with the seller after you sign up.
This business reports approximately $95,000 in annual cash flow (SDE/EBITDA), implying a 1.1x multiple on the asking price.
It operates in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area. The exact city is shown after you create a free Searcher OS account.
Many businesses in this price range qualify for SBA 7(a) financing, which can cover up to 90% of the purchase price over a 10-year term. See the financing snapshot above for an illustrative scenario.
