New Housing For-Sale Builders vs Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors
Side-by-side revenue comparison of these two business types.
| Metric | New Housing | Plumbing, Heating, |
|---|---|---|
| Average Revenue | $3.7M | $2.4M |
| Profit Margin | 7.0% | 7.0% |
| Est. Owner Income | $261K | $168K |
| Revenue / Employee | $360K | $223K |
| Labor Cost % | 30.0% | 30.0% |
| Total Businesses | 11,775 | 104,776 |
| Startup Cost (Low) | $25K | $10K |
| Startup Cost (High) | $150K | $50K |
| 5-Year Survival Rate | 52.0% | 55.0% |
| YoY Growth | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| Avg Employee Wage | $122K | N/A |