Founded in 1991 in western Michigan, Shine is a leading franchisor of residential and commercial window cleaning, holiday lighting, pressure washing and related services. Built on a mission “to be a light,” Shine combines operational simplicity with a values-driven culture that emphasizes care, community, and ethical practices. The company operates an asset-light franchising model with strong unit economics, enabling rapid scalability across diverse markets. Today, Shine serves over 75 territories in 20 states, with additional locations sold and in development, positioning the brand as a high-growth leader in a large, fragmented home services industry. Its ability to deliver a broad suite of essential services while fostering meaningful relationships has made Shine one of the most attractive and fastest-growing platforms in the residential services space.
December 2, 2025
Sell-Side M&A Advisor
Founder-Owned
Evive Brands
The Riverside Company
Home Services
The transaction provided liquidity for the founder while retaining meaningful ownership and continuing leadership in the next phase of growth.
Shine has built a strong position in residential services – window cleaning, pressure washing, and holiday lighting – anchored by a values-driven culture and scalable franchise model.
The buyer brings deep experience in franchising and multi-unit operations, positioning Shine for accelerated growth and system enhancements.
The recapitalization ensures Shine’s mission and brand ethos remain intact while unlocking resources to scale aggressively.
The transaction underscores strong investor demand for differentiated, high-quality home service platforms in a fragmented and growing category.
Finding a growth partner for Shine, the company I spent years building, was deeply personal. Getting it right mattered more than anything. Having never been through an M&A deal with private equity on the other side, HPA became my steady hand—clear, candid, and always looking out for my best interests. They made a complex process feel manageable, kept me protected and prepared, and delivered an outstanding outcome for Shine and all our stakeholders. I’m grateful I chose HPA as my trusted M&A advisor.
Founder & CEO
