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Commercial Contract Calculator
Model annual recurring revenue from commercial maintenance contracts and compare to industry benchmarks.
Commercial maintenance contracts are the foundation of stable landscaping revenue. This calculator models your recurring revenue from commercial accounts, residential routes, and project work — then benchmarks your maintenance mix against top operators.
- Commercial Revenue = Accounts × Monthly Contract × 12
- Top operators derive 35–55% of revenue from recurring maintenance
- Commercial accounts average $800 – $2,500/month per property
Built for landscaping owners building commercial books, pricing HOA contracts, and planning recurring revenue growth.
Source: BizMetricsHQ 280+ landscaping companies (2025–2026). Methodology
Contract Inputs
Model recurring revenue from your contract book.
Estimated Annual Revenue
$1,392,000
Strong recurring mix · 70% maintenance revenue
Annual Commercial Revenue
$432,000
Recurring Revenue %
70%
Commercial Share of Revenue
31%
Monthly Commercial Revenue
$36,000
Industry Benchmark
45% median maintenance revenue
+25 pts vs benchmark · 280+ Landscaping businesses
Commercial Contract Benchmarks
| Metric | Industry Range |
|---|---|
| Commercial Accounts (Typical) | 20 – 50 |
| Monthly Revenue / Account | $800 – $2,500 |
| Maintenance Revenue % | 35 – 55% |
| Commercial Share of Revenue | 15 – 30% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much recurring revenue should a landscaping company have?
Top landscaping operators target 35–55% of revenue from recurring maintenance (commercial + residential routes). Below 30% signals heavy project dependence and higher revenue volatility.
What is a typical commercial landscaping contract worth?
Commercial maintenance contracts typically range from $800–$2,500 per month per property depending on scope, property size, and market. HOA and property management accounts often sit in the $1,000–$1,800/month range.
How many commercial accounts does a $1M landscaping company need?
At $1,200/month average contract value, roughly 35 commercial accounts generate ~$504K annual commercial revenue. Combined with residential routes, this supports a $1M+ company with strong recurring revenue.
Why do commercial contracts increase business value?
Predictable commercial maintenance revenue improves cash flow stability, reduces owner dependence, and supports higher SDE multiples at sale. Buyers pay premiums for transferable contract books with low churn.