Industry Guide

Buying a Building / Construction: What Buyers Need to Know

Benchmarks, valuation norms, and a free BAS calculator for Building / Construction acquisitions.

Building / Construction - Industry Benchmarks

EBITDA Margin (Low)15%

EBITDA Margin (High)25%

Acquisition Multiple (Low)3x

Acquisition Multiple (High)4x

Minimum DSCR1.4x

Industry Risk Score6/10 - Moderate Risk

What makes a good Building / Construction acquisition? Look for margins at or above 25%, a purchase multiple below 4x, and a DSCR comfortably above 1.4x. A risk score of 6/10 (moderate risk) means this sector has moderate cyclicality - scrutinise earnings history carefully.

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Industry: Building / Construction

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Other Trade & Field Services industries

Commercial Cleaning

20–30% margin · 3–5x

Residential Cleaning

20–30% margin · 3–5x

Landscaping / Lawn Care

15–25% margin · 2–4x

Plumbing

15–25% margin · 2–4x

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