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Vacaville, California
Asking Price$250,000
Annual Revenue$264,000
SDE$96,000
Financial Highlights
- Asking
- $250,000
- Revenue
- $264,000
- SDE
- $96,000
Business Description
Asking Price: $250,000 Furniture / Fixtures and Inventory / Stock included
Sales Revenue: $264,000
Cash Flow: $96,000
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Business Overview
Acquire a highly profitable, fully turnkey pet grooming salon with 20 years of proven success and immediate cash flow from Day 1. This award-winning operation has been voted “Best Pet Groomer” in Solano County every year since 2008, creating one of the strongest brand reputations in the local pet services market.
This is a true turnkey opportunity, established systems, consistent volume, stable income, and a scalable operating model already in place.
Financial Performance
Annual Revenue: $264,000
SDE: $96,000
Monthly Owner Profit: $4,000–$8,000 (non-employee owner model)
Weekly Volume: 175–225 dogs/week
Capacity Utilization: 60–75% of full potential
Business Model & Operations
The salon operates on a referral-based tenant groomer model:
Independent, self-employed groomers
Per-dog fee structure paid to the salon
No traditional employee overhead
Consistent, predictable revenue
Absentee-friendly ownership structure
Scalable without increasing payroll complexity
This model supports semi-absentee ownership while maintaining strong service quality and operational stability.
Facilities & Assets
Facility:
2,500 SF building
Downtown Vacaville location
Adjacent shopping plaza
Easy freeway access
High visibility with monument signage
Ample parking
FF&E Included: $100,000 (included in asking price)
13+ professional grooming stations
Stainless steel tubs
Multiple private grooming rooms (quiet/calm areas)
Large lobby
Fully equipped breakroom with full kitchen
Dual restrooms
Laundry room with 2 washers & dryers
Grooming tables (electric, hydraulic, oversized)
Grooming station cabinetry
Heavy-duty brand-new commercial water heater
Waterproof flooring
Security system with 16 cameras
Employees / Staff Structure:
15 total (3 part-time, 12 independent contractors)
Lease Terms
Rent: $3,200/month
Lease Expiration: December 31, 2030
Long-term location stability
Established high-traffic site
Competitive Position
Award-winning brand recognition
Two decades of loyal clientele
Strong community presence
Proven referral-based groomer model
Consistent volume
Recognized locally through The Reporter newspaper awards
Market leader positioning despite increased competition
Growth & Expansion Opportunities
Add additional groomers (space already built out)
Scale weekly volume to 300+ dogs/week
Increase utilization from 60–75% to full capacity
Owner-operator model can significantly increase profit
Convert to grooming academy model (seller consulting available)
Expand services and premium offerings
Increase per-dog fee structures
Optimize scheduling and station utilization
Investment Highlights
Immediate profitability
Proven 20-year operating history
Absentee-friendly model
Strong asset value
Long-term lease security
Award-winning reputation
Scalable revenue model
Infrastructure already built for growth
No buildout or startup risk
Stable, recession-resilient industry
Financing
Seller financing available
Seller may carry partial loan
25% down payment considered
Flexible structure potential
Support & Transition
Smooth transition available
Business operates with minimal owner involvement
Seller support available
Optional consulting for grooming academy conversion
Proven systems already in place
Reason for Selling
Retirement and career transition.
Ideal Buyer Profile
Investor seeking semi-absentee cash flow
Owner-operator groomer
Pet industry entrepreneur
Multi-unit service business operator
Buyer seeking immediate income
Operator looking for scalable platform
Opportunity Summary
This is a rare chance to acquire a dominant, award-winning pet grooming operation with 20 years of brand equity, built-in cash flow, strong asset backing, and a scalable business model. The referral-based tenant groomer structure creates predictable income without payroll complexity, while the physical infrastructure supports significant growth without new buildout.
Immediate cash flow. Proven model. Strong assets. Scalable growth. Long-term stability.
Business Details
- Location
- Vacaville, California
Growth & Value Simulator
Why this is here: If you buy this business and grow revenue while expenses stay flat, that extra revenue usually drops to the bottom line. A modest growth rate can translate into a much higher exit value because buyers price businesses on earnings × a multiple.
Assumes expenses stay flat.
Minimum 2.5× is common on main-street deals.
Base Revenue
$264,000
Base SDE (today)
$96,000
Implied Value (today)
$240,000 @ 2.50×
Year 3 Revenue
$305,613
Year 3 SDE (flat expenses)
$137,613
Year 3 Implied Value
$344,033 @ 2.50×
Added value after 3 years (vs. today)
$104,033
Assumes revenue grows by 5.0% per year, expenses stay the same, and the valuation multiple stays constant at 2.50×. This is a quick, directional gut-check — not a forecast. Real-world costs and multiples can change.