Commercial Electrical Contracting Business for Sale in Metro Chicago Area - $799,999

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Financial Details

Asking Price:
$799,999
Cash Flow / SDE:
$235,755
Profit Metric:
Cash Flow
Valuation Multiple:
3.4x
Location:
Chicago, IL, US
Source:
Date:
October 04, 2025

Key Highlights

Established Legacy: Nearly 50 years of trusted service and a strong reputation in the Chicago metropolitan area.
Profitable Operations: Consistent profitability with a strong cash flow of $235,755, supported by loyal commercial clients and repeat business.
Growth Potential & Union Advantage: Significant opportunities for expansion, coupled with the benefits of a union shop for access to labor and stable rates.

Description

This is a well-established commercial electrical contracting business with nearly five decades of operational history, strategically located in the thriving Metro Chicago Area. The company offers a comprehensive range of services including industrial up-fits, retail, banking, and medical wiring, serving a loyal base of commercial clients with a strong emphasis on repeat business and customer satisfaction. With over 12 skilled employees, including journeymen and foremen, the business is equipped with state-of-the-art tools and technology. The company benefits from being a participating union shop, ensuring consistent minimum billing rates and access to a large pool of union employees for large projects. The seller is retiring, and the business has demonstrated consistent profitability, with a reported cash flow of $235,755. While the owner experienced a health setback in 2023 impacting sales for that year, the business model is scalable with opportunities for expansion into new services and markets. The business is SBA pre-screened and pre-approved. The real estate is available for sale separately. A buyer will require an electrical contractor license and will receive 30 days of training and support.

Industry Information

Industry Description:
Electrical and Mechanical
Classification:
Building & Construction

Operational Snapshot

Year Established:
1978
Employees:
12
Reason for Selling:
Retirement

Real Estate & Lease

Status:
Not_included

Assets & Inventory

Includes FF&E:
Yes
Includes Inventory:
No

Broker Contact

Name:
deitel
Company:
VR Business Brokers
Email:
[email protected]
Phone:
(630) 705-3055

Listing Details

Listing ID:
ca7b6436-9211-4b81-bcb0-8dfe1baf7a9f
Source Listing ID:
40730461
Deal Status:
For Sale
Last Updated:
October 04, 2025
Currency:
USD

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