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This long-established business operates within the hardware and building materials industry, generating revenue primarily through the sale of goods. It focuses on high-margin, premium-grade building materials, contributing to strong profitability and customer satisfaction. While sales follow a seasonal pattern, with a dip typically occurring in the post-holiday winter months, the business remains resilient due to its loyal customer base and essential product offerings. Its product mix, tailored to both contractors and DIY consumers, ensures steady demand across much of the year, with a proven track record, consistent sales, and a strong local reputation.

What sets this business apart is its deep-rooted commitment to personalized service and community connection. This presence has fostered a loyal customer base that values the warm, welcoming atmosphere and the trust built over time. The knowledgeable and friendly staff further enhances the customer experience, offering guidance and support that big-box competitors simply can’t match. Through well-established supplier relationships, the business is able to go above and beyond to source the right products tailored to local needs. This blend of authentic small-town service and operational excellence makes the business a true cornerstone of its market.

The business is owner-operated with one current owner actively involved in the day-to-day operations, supported by a capable manager who is well-positioned to assist a new owner during the transition. While there are no formal Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in place, the systems in use are straightforward and intuitive, allowing new employees to be trained and onboarded within approximately two weeks. The success of the business has largely been built on confidence-based training and a hands-on learning approach. Marketing efforts have been minimal, with new customers primarily gained through strong word-of-mouth referrals and a modest Facebook presence, particularly among commercial clients. This lean operational model, combined with loyal staff and a supportive customer base, offers a new owner a smooth entry point and the opportunity to scale with ease.

An established dog daycare and overnight boarding business is available for acquisition in coastal Maine. The company serves an existing base of pet owners through a straightforward service model that combines recurring daycare activity with higher-ticket overnight boarding. The business has developed a positive local reputation through attentive animal care, responsive communication, and a thoughtful customer and dog-intake process.

The company generated $110,397 in revenue and $50,061 in reported Seller’s Discretionary Earnings in 2025. Reported SDE has increased over the three-year period presented, rising from $38,242 in 2023 to $42,316 in 2024 and $50,061 in 2025. Prospective buyers should independently review and verify all financial adjustments and normalizations during due diligence.

Employees handle most routine operating responsibilities, including the daily care and supervision of the dogs. The current owner primarily oversees banking, purchasing, customer communication, administrative matters, and general ownership responsibilities. The owner believes a successor could oversee the operation in approximately 20 to 30 hours per week, depending on the buyer’s management style and desired level of involvement.

The acquisition includes the operating business, furniture, fixtures and equipment, inventory, goodwill, and company-owned real estate. The approximately 3,882-square-foot facility is situated on approximately one acre and allows the buyer to acquire both the business and its operating location rather than relying on a third-party lease.

Potential growth opportunities include introducing grooming or expanded training services, implementing pet-care management software, improving scheduling and customer communication systems, and evaluating future facility expansion. The current owner is selling in preparation for retirement and is willing to provide training and transition support following closing.

Additional business, financial, operational, asset, and property information will be made available to qualified buyers after execution of a confidentiality agreement.