Extremely Profitable Design/Build Landscaper + Pools!

This established design-build landscaping operation demonstrates exceptional financial performance with 2024 revenue of $554,475 and Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE) of $110,660, representing a 20% SDE margin.

Projected 2025 performance shows significant acceleration with revenue targeting $640,000 (+15.4% growth) and SDE expanding to $315,000 (+185% increase), indicating improved operational efficiency and margin expansion.

OPERATIONAL METRICS & MARKET POSITION

Located just north of the Mecklenburg/Iredell County line, this premium residential design-build company operates in the high-margin specialty landscaping segment. The business has achieved differentiation through a systematic lead generation process, reducing dependence on traditional word-of-mouth referrals commonly necessary in the landscaping industry.

SERVICE PORTFOLIO & REVENUE STREAMS

Core services include:
- Retaining walls and hardscaping installations
- Patios and walkway construction
- Outdoor kitchen design and build
- Pool deck construction
- Landscape installation and design
- Drainage solutions and water management

Project-based revenue model enables premium pricing and substantial margins per engagement, with established customer base providing predictable revenue flow.

**Note to Buyers - at the moment this business does not drive any maintenance contract based recurring revenue.**

SCALABILITY & OPERATIONAL EFFICIENCY

Business structure supports future semi-absentee or fully absentee ownership through established systems and processes. The proven lead generation framework provides a consistent project pipeline, enabling scalable growth without proportional increases in marketing costs.

MARKET OPPORTUNITY

+ Operating in a fragmented landscaping market where premium service providers command significant pricing power.
+ Established reputation and systematic approach to customer acquisition provide sustainable competitive advantages in the specialty design-build segment.

INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

- Strong revenue growth trajectory: 15.4% projected increase
- Exceptional SDE margin expansion from 20% to 49%
- Established lead generation system reduces customer acquisition risks & smooths revenue 'bounce'
- Scalable, lean operating model means limited overhead & absentee potential
- Scalable operational model supporting absentee ownership
- Diversified service portfolio minimizing project concentration risk

The combination of Opportunity and Seller Flexibility/Support makes this one suitable for new entrepreneurs and Strategic Buyers alike.