Pool companies typically sell for 3.5x to 6.5x+ EBITDA, with higher multiples paid to businesses featuring high percentages of recurring weekly service and chemical routes over one-time builds.

Weekly pool service routes generate predictable recurring monthly revenue (MRR) with very low customer churn, providing steady cash flow across all seasons.

Construction warranty reserves are reviewed during due diligence and structured into transaction terms through seller indemnifications or warranty reserve holdbacks.

Service vans, flatbeds, and heavy excavation equipment are appraised at fair market value and included in the asset transfer free and clear of liens at closing.

Most owners provide 3 to 12 months of structured transition support to introduce key homebuilder partnerships, commercial accounts, and train project superintendents.