The Water Biz
How we got $2.4M
Based on typical figures for its industry (2022 Economic Census), not its own records.
What we know
Signs of a sale Some signs of a sale
- In business 39 years (since 1987)
From public records and the company's website, not a statement that it's for sale.
What they do
The Water Biz is a locally owned and operated water purification company in Oklahoma, serving business and residential customers. It has been in operation since 1987 and says it has over 100 years of combined employee experience in the water industry.
From the company's website. Industry: Wholesale trade.
Customers & suppliers
Suppliers & brands
- AmeriWater · brand it sells or installs
Possible customers nearby
The largest businesses within about 60 miles in the markets its website says it serves.
- SANTIAGO-BRENNAN'S MCDONALD'S INC. · Edmond, 8 mi · $74.6M
- OZARK PIZZA COMPANY, LLC · Oklahoma City, 8 mi · $67.7M
- CB RESTAURANTS, INC. · Oklahoma City, 8 mi · $53.9M
- WICHITA SDI, LLC · Prague, 46 mi · $46.7M
- MAGNUM FOODS, INC. · Oklahoma City, 2 mi · $43.0M
- OKLAHOMA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY · Shawnee, 34 mi · $76.0M
- SOUTHERN NAZARENE UNIVERSITY · Bethany, 7 mi · $72.1M
- OKLAHOMA CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY, INC. - NONPROFIT (NO BUSINESS · Oklahoma City, 7 mi · $66.8M
- SANTA FE SOUTH SCHOOLS, INC. · Oklahoma City, 6 mi · $58.3M
- DOVE SCHOOLS INC. · Oklahoma City, 4 mi · $44.0M
Compared with similar businesses nearby
| Business | Est. revenue | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Water Biz this business | $9.6M | — |
| BISTROTECH, INC. Oklahoma City · 6 employees | $3.7M | 0.2 mi |
| Cimarron Wholesale Oklahoma City | $9.6M | 0.2 mi |
| AMS HEALTH SCIENCES LLC Oklahoma City · 7 employees | $25.5M | 0.3 mi |
| Restaurant Depot Oklahoma City | $19.3M | 0.4 mi |
| Blue Rhino Propane Exchange Oklahoma City | $9.6M | 0.5 mi |
| CONTAINER SUPPLY, INC. Oklahoma City · 17 employees | $22.2M | 0.5 mi |
The full calculation
Figures are shown toward the upper part of their range rather than at its middle.
Brought up to date assuming revenue has grown 8% a year since 2020, when the PPP figures were reported; included above.
| Estimated value = EBITDA × typical sale multiple | $2.4M |
| Multiple for this size and industry | 3.6× |
| Value range | $509K – $4.7M |
This business has no PPP loan on record, so there is no business-specific data. The figures are the typical estimated revenue of Wholesale trade businesses in our Oklahoma data: the middle value, with the range covering the middle half of those businesses. EBITDA applies the industry margin (7%). Treat these as a rough guide.
| Revenue range | $2.6M – $16.0M |
| EBITDA range | $177K – $1.1M |
| Industry (NAICS) | Wholesale trade (42) |
EBITDA margin: from IRS tax returns of S corporations in this industry (2019–2022), adjusted for company size: smaller companies typically run higher margins. EBITDA here is after owners' salaries.
Benchmarks: US Economic Census 2022, OK. These are statistical estimates, not reported financials. Listing details come from Overture Maps open data. Full methodology
People & advisors
“Founded over 20 years ago, The Water Biz has grown in both size and experience.”
From the company's own website and public filings (DOL Form 5500, IRS Form 990, SBA). Roles are as stated there and may be out of date.
Public records
Matched to this business by name and address from public government data; a match can occasionally be wrong.
About The Water Biz
The Water Biz is a family-owned wholesale trade company in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, in business since 1987. Its estimated annual revenue is about $9.6M, with roughly $660K of EBITDA. Its estimated business value is $2.4M (likely range $509K–$4.7M).
Common questions
- Who owns The Water Biz?
- The owner of The Water Biz isn't in public records we've found yet. If you own or run the business, you can add or correct its details on SeeBITDA.
- How much revenue does The Water Biz make?
- SeeBITDA estimates The Water Biz's annual revenue at about $9.6M (likely between $2.6M and $16.0M), based on public records such as its PPP loan and retirement-plan filings, brought up to 2026.
- What is The Water Biz worth?
- About $2.4M, roughly 3.6× its estimated EBITDA of $660K, typical for a wholesale trade company its size. Likely range: $509K–$4.7M.
- When was The Water Biz founded?
- The Water Biz has been in business since 1987.