Business for Sale Overview:
This well established and highly regarded business has been in operation since 1998. After a successful early career in the construction sector, the vendor set-up the company to offer site investigation services and environmental surveys. The company has expanded over the years, and now employs a highly qualified team, with a full range of assets to cover a wide area of work.
The services offered include, but are not limited to, Ground Investigations, Subsidence Investigations, Trial Pits, Boreholes, (disturbed and undisturbed sampling), plus In-situ and laboratory soil testing, Gas testing, drainage surveys and crack monitoring. The company produces full Factual reports, Root Identification, Desktop Studies, Environmental Studies and Geotechnical Reports.
The business is very proud to be ISO9001, EXOR and Construction Line accredited. With this in mind, and due to the number of services offered and reputation for quality of work, the business is in an enviable position of servicing a large range of clients across disciplines, including major construction companies and developers, structural engineers and architects, councils, insurance companies and environmental businesses.
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Property Features and Assets:
The vendor owns the freehold of the premises, valued at approx £440,000. The business leases the building for circa £36,000 per annum. The building occupies around 7000 square foot, with approx 5500 of this devoted to storage and vehicle space. The remainder is split into offices and laboratory areas. The operation can be easily relocated to a new area.
Market Competition and Expansion:
The business has a well appointed website, covering all aspects of the services offered. The company has invested in internet advertising via Google and yell.com. There has also been sporadic advertising in the industry press, and they are in the process of investing in a promotional film. Alongside this, the company is proud to have grown through recommendation and referral.
Reason for Selling:
right time to hand this well established business
Additional Details:
- The property is leased.
- The owner is willing to train/assist the new owner.
- This is not a homebased business opportunity.
- This is not a franchise resale opportunity.
- This is not a distressed business or bankruptcy situation.
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