Business for Sale Overview:
Founded in July 2008 this business has grown rapidly after attracting and obtaining several profitable contracts and is poised for significant growth in the near and longer term. In this period the business has established itself as a local force and became a highly profitable enterprise within the first six months of operation, profits that have continued to increase with the continual growth of this business. They have benefited from the length of time the owner has been in this industry and from the level of contacts and reputation she has established over the years, rapidly establishing a significant reputation among new customers for the quality of service, honesty and reliability.
The company are contract cleaners working in the commercial market with several contracts on a twelve month, rolling basis, with contracts being on a daily or weekly basis. The owner has dealt with several of these clients for a number of years and through high recommendations from them has gained several new contracts. The company also work with some local builders, an area they are progressively building their reputation in, thus ensuring not only that they maintain their high reputation overall but also ensures a continuity of work. This has also led to further work both through word of mouth referral and also resulting from the migration of staff that is a constant within the building industry.
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Property Features and Assets:
The business currently rents premises locally on a monthly license, requiring a months notice. Current rent is £5,100 per annum, inclusive of rates, services and utilities, thus ensuring overheads are kept to a minimum at all times.
Market Competition and Expansion:
The business does not have a web presence and there is no doubt that turnover and profits could increase using this additional medium. A professionally designed website could allow potential customers to view the extensive range of services on offer, and give excellent potential to increase the turnover in the future.
Much of the business's revenue is a result of word of mouth recommendation, bearing strong testimony to the excellent reputation enjoyed by the business since its inception. As there is currently little, if any, advertising the owner is aware that a more active sales and marketing campaign would certainly improve sales and profitability and will increase its market exposure and revenues.
Reason for Selling:
The owner has several new and lucrative business o
Additional Details:
- The property is leased.
- The owner may be willing to train/assist the new owner.
- This may become a homebased business opportunity.
- This may become a franchise resale opportunity.
- This is not a distressed business or bankruptcy situation.