At The Advisory, we maintain direct, trusted relationships with every active private equity-backed buyer across all essential service segments.
These buyers are all executing a Buy & Build strategy, acquiring smaller “Add-Ons” to grow their platforms through EBITDA arbitrage.
Active Platform Buyers by Industry
• ????️ HVAC / Plumbing / Electrical – 101 active buyers
• ???? Pest Control – 32 active buyers
• ???? Landscaping – 45 active buyers
• ???? Roofing – 79 active buyers
These buyers are well-funded, aggressive, and constantly seeking high-quality businesses to acquire. They are also always seeking new Platforms in adjacent sectors.
If you’re speaking to just one or two buyers who reached out directly, you’re likely leaving money on the table.
• Direct buyers may understate your adjusted EBITDA
• Offers may come in at 4–6× multiples, well below market
