The 25 Factors to Value, Negotiate & Close Electrical Business Exits

Project Managers in Electrical Construction Mastery: The 25 Factors to Value, Negotiate & Close Electrical Business Exits

Hello and welcome to the Project Managers in Electrical Construction Mastery Podcast—your go-to resource if you're navigating the fast-evolving world of electrical systems, wiring, installations, and high-value business deals in the U.S. and Canada.

I’m Eric Jordan, Certified Professional Property Appraiser, and I’m here to pull back the curtain on a formula that changes the game for project managers: it’s called The 25 Factors Affecting Business Valuation. If you've ever spotted a business that should sell but doesn't know how—this is the blueprint.

Now, imagine this: You find an electrical contractor ready to sell. You guide them through a professional valuation that only costs $5K to $10K upfront—which they’d need anyway to get financing, attract a buyer, or even appear credible. Then, we use those 25 Factors to pinpoint value, find ideal buyers, and you—yes you—negotiate the deal.

🎯 And guess what? You split the 5% commission with me. On a $6 million deal, that’s $300,000—$150K each.

We’re not talking theory. We’re talking a field-tested, no-nonsense, cash-in-the-bank model. And it works even better when smart, grounded, sharp-witted project managers like you get involved.

Today’s episode is a one-stop-shop, a full walkthrough of the 25 factors with real-world examples, buyer strategies, negotiation tips, and my offer to partner up.

Let’s dive in.

A commercial wiring firm doing $4 million in revenue. The owner’s burned out. No valuation. No buyer. No plan.

You—a project manager who knows the business inside out. You introduce the $5K valuation (which they need anyway), I perform the valuation using the 25 Factors, and we highlight exactly what makes the business irresistible to the right buyer.

That’s when you step in as the negotiator—not the seller, not the buyer, but the glue that makes the deal happen.

And for that? 💸 You split the 5% commission.

Let’s break down the valuation factors that make this magic work.

1. History – Years of safe, compliant projects? That builds trust and valuation weight.
2. Purpose – Mission matters. "We wire with safety and efficiency" isn't fluff—buyers pay for purpose.
3. Financials – Past project revenues, cash flow from service contracts—that’s the baseline.
4. Return on Investment – Can a buyer grow it? Will it cash flow on Day 1?
5. How it Works – Your systems, documentation, and repeatable project planning—it all adds up.

 The $5K–$10K fee unlocks this map. Without it, owners are winging it. You make that connection happen.

 

6. R&D – If there’s smart wiring or integration with green tech? That’s innovation buyers crave.
7. Opportunity – Is it positioned for solar retrofits? EV charging stations? Big value drivers.
8. Location – Inner-city high-rises vs. rural builds—location filters the buyer pool.
9. Brand – Known name in commercial bids? That reputation earns premiums.
10. Marketing – Is there a lead pipeline already? Email list? CRM? Huge booster.

 You know these signs. You point them out. The seller pays a small fee—and we package the deal.

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11. Management Capability – Is there a second-in-command? That’s buyer peace of mind.
12. Employees – Licensed electricians, foremen with tenure—lowers risk for buyers.
13. Client Base – Government, hospitals, schools? Steady clients = secure revenue.
14. Competition – Is it the go-to firm in the area? That matters.
15. Barriers to Entry – Licenses, inspections, reputation—things you can’t buy overnight.

 For $10K, the seller unlocks insights they didn’t even know existed. Then you step in as the deal whisperer.

16. Scalability – Can a new owner grow the crew from 8 to 20?
17. Leverage – Existing contracts = leverageable assets for financing.
18. Growth Potential – Does the business have untapped suburban demand?
19. Risk – Safety protocols, insurance coverage, zero litigation—these reduce buyer fear.
20. IP – Got a proprietary project quoting tool? Bidders love that.

 These aren’t smoke and mirrors. They’re measurable, explainable—and valued.

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21. Contracts – Multi-year city contracts? Lock them in as part of value.
22. Goodwill – Not just accounting fluff—true operational goodwill is reputation-based.
23. Synergies – Buyer owns HVAC? An electrical firm is a logical add-on.
24. Exit Strategy – Will the owner stay to transition? Huge trust builder.
25. Market Conditions – With energy infrastructure booming in 2025, timing is perfect.

 These 25 factors build a bulletproof business story. We value it. You help close it. We split the 5%.

Here’s where I might bring on a project manager or EC&M podcast contributor who’s actually used a valuation to help close a deal.

[Optional Guest Clip Placeholder: "What I saw was a chaotic small business with $1M in sales. Eric’s valuation made it clear who the buyer should be—and I helped close it. We each made more than I make in a year."]

You’ve now heard how 25 factors—from purpose to market conditions—form the foundation of every successful business exit in electrical construction. And I’ve shown you how you, a smart project manager, can turn your industry knowledge into serious income.

So here’s the deal:

• You find a seller.
• They pay a $5K–$10K valuation fee they were going to pay anyway.
• We produce the valuation and target the perfect buyer.
• You handle negotiations using your project expertise.
• We split the 5% commission—easily $100K+ per deal.

You already manage timelines, systems, and people. This is just one more project—with a life-changing upside.

Let’s talk about that business you’ve been thinking about.

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