Whether you own an independent shop, a co-op affiliate, or a lumber yard, we connect you with business brokers who understand inventory levels, contractor accounts, and real estate value.
Selling a hardware store involves accurately valuing a significant amount of inventory, assessing B2B relationships with local contractors, and often valuing the underlying real estate.
We start by analyzing your revenue streams. Do you rely on walk-in retail traffic or commercial accounts? Are you part of a co-op like Ace or True Value? Do you own the land and building?
From there, we identify business brokers who specialize in hardware and building materials. Some are experts in selling local shops to new owner-operators, while others work with regional lumber groups looking to expand their footprint.
• Inventory Quality – Clean, current inventory is a major asset. Buyers look closely at "dead stock" versus high-turnover items.
• Commercial Accounts – Strong relationships with local contractors and tradespeople provide recurring revenue that buyers value highly.
• Real Estate – Many hardware store owners also own the property. Packaging the business with the real estate can significantly increase the deal size.
• Co-op Affiliation – Being part of a major co-op provides buying power and branding, which is attractive to buyers looking for established systems.
Selling a hardware business requires organized financials and a plan for inventory counts.
The first step is a comprehensive valuation. Hardware stores are typically valued on a multiple of EBITDA or SDE, plus the value of inventory at cost.
We work with business brokers who will "recast" your financials to show the true profitability. They will also help structure the deal so that you are compensated fairly for the hundreds of thousands of dollars in stock sitting on your shelves.
You don't want your staff or local competitors to know the store is for sale. Confidentiality is critical to keeping your workforce stable during the sale.
Our partner business brokers utilize strict protocols—blind listings and NDAs—to ensure your business continues to operate smoothly until the deal is finalized.
$3.5 Million in 6 Months
“Six months after partnering with Centergrowth, we secured over $3.5 million worth of listings in Florida.”
"In our first six months with Centergrowth, we secured over $3.5 million in high-quality listings across Florida. One of them received over 40 inquiries in just two days."
Joe Ram
Orlando, FL
@FL Business Brokers
3 Listings in 2 Months
“Within the first two months of partnering with Centergrowth, we secured three business listings in the Phoenix area.”
"Within the first two months of partnering with Centergrowth, we secured three business listings in the Phoenix area. Centergrowth has delivered tremendous value, and we’re thrilled with the results. We look forward to continuing our partnership and future success."
Dr. Fernando Acosta
Phoenix, AZ
@First Choice Brokers
2 Listings in 2 Weeks
“Within just two weeks of partnering with Centergrowth, I secured two business listings in my area of Pittsburgh.”
"Within just two weeks of partnering with Centergrowth, I secured two business listings in my area of Pittsburgh, one of which included real estate in the deal. We're very happy with the results and have already recommended Centergrowth to other industry brokers we know in different states."
Helen Berger
Pittsburgh, PA
@PGHBIZ Business Brokers
1 Listing in First Month
“It’s currently the first month of working with Centergrowth, and we’ve already signed our first listing.”
"It’s currently the first month of working with Centergrowth, and we’ve already signed our first listing. In addition, they’ve over-delivered on appointments, and we’re reviewing financials from a few more companies."
Russell Kitzberger
Cincinnati, OH
@CincyCRE
1,065 Appointments in 6 months
"Centergrowth booked over 480 appointments in 3 months directly onto our calendar."
Eurasian Capital was facing a number of difficulties as they tried to increase their top-of-funnel sales activity. They can only function with top-notch appointments (the majority of the time, funding has been successfully raised), but Centergrowth was consistently able to attract high-quality appointments from the beginning.
Jeff Stone
Partner @Eurasian Capital
If you are exploring a sale now or in the next few years, your first move should be speaking with someone who understands the trades.
On our first call, we will discuss your revenue mix, fleet status, and exit goals. From there, we will suggest one or more brokers or M&A advisors who are best positioned to sell your specific type of hardware store.
We support Hardware Store owners across the United States. Select your state to find local assistance.
Don't see your specific niche listed? We likely still cover it.
Discuss Your IndustryCentergrowth works with specialized business brokers in every state. Whether you operate a single-location hardware store or a multi-location group, we have the network to help you confidentially explore a sale.
If you’re a broker specializing in hardware stores, our business broker lead generation can put more qualified business owners into your pipeline each week.
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