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BUSINESS REFERENCE : GB077 / RightBiz ROOFING CONTRACTORS SUCCESSFUL ROOFING CONTRACTORS SPECIALISING IN SLATE AND TILE ROOFS | | | | | | Roofing Contractors Successful Roofing Contractors Specialising in Slate and Tile Roofs Confidentially offered for sale Ref No: GB077 Location: South East London Asking Price: £920,000 | | | BUSINESS LOCATION: | Undisclosed Relocatable UNITED KINGDOM | | BUSINESS SECTOR: | Services | | TRADE TYPE: | Joinery & Building | | SALE: | Agent Sale | LEASEHOLD: | £920000 | | | | | | | | | | | BUSINESS DETAILS: | Business Profile:
This specialist profitable roofing contractor supplies a range of multifunction in-house new roofing services and roof refurbishment. The business specialises in metal tile, slate, tile and felt roofing and holds many accounts with major local developers for new domestic housing sites.
The business was established twenty-five years ago. Since this time the business has gone from strength to strength providing roofing specifications that are undertaken by skilled operatives who supply quality roofing services plus refurbishment across various types of roof mediums, offering a complete ‘one stop’ service all from under one roof.
The business adapts a multi-disciplined approach and is versatile and adaptable allowing it to resolve tricky problems, and yet it is small enough to develop personal relationships with clients.
The business has high standards of quality, service and tidiness resulting in very few callbacks and generating profitable repeat business.
The company is extremely competitive and proud of the reputation they have built up within the industry, they only use top quality materials direct from sources that are carefully checked and selected. A large part of the work that is undertaken is now gained purely by referral.
This business provides the buyer with a perfect opportunity to purchase an established, profitable business for expansion or for a company presently that wishes to expand by obtaining a strong client base and employees that are trained to a high level of expertise.
Equipment:
The business is fully computerised, with all accounts and payroll on Sage.
Customer Service:
Unlike many competitors the business will not compromise on service to customers, or the quality of work on offer, there is little doubt that this has encouraged and sustained client confidence and loyalty. A qualified member of staff is always on hand to offer fantastic customer care and answer quickly and courteously any questions or problems that may arise. All employees and projects work to and are carried out to required industry standards of safety and quality.
Key Strengths:
This long established business has a large and stable client database. A one-stop shop willing to tackle all types of roofing repairs however small or however complex they are. The company can assess, diagnose and fully survey projects with a view to identifying problems or defects that may exist.
This profitable company has established itself as reliable and experienced and has the ability to act as main contractor and control other trades. Its dedication to high standards of honesty, integrity and expert workmanship by staff that is fully flexible by being prepared to work away from home has earned it an impressive reputation. In fact, this very competent, highly capable firm's expertise, knowledgeable personnel and expedient job completions are the reasons why its' base of satisfied customers is constantly growing.
Growth and Expansion:
The current market for this business's services is upward and is forecast in the near and longer term for significant growth. The business is well positioned to take maximum advantage of this growth as it occurs and has a strong customer base to consolidate and expand. The business stays ahead of current and new legislation and are in a strong position to win new business.
Key Opportunities:
This is an outstanding opportunity to build on the existing business levels and customer base of this company. With a strong demand for this business's products, combined with a capacity to increase operations and turnover, a new owner contributing fresh ideas and investment will have every advantage of building this excellent business into an even bigger cash earner.
Employees:
The business is owner run with two additional full time employees. In addition 15-20 self employed roofers are subcontracted on a needs lead basis.
Advertising and Marketing:
Over the years the business has used various forms of advertising including the yellow pages, Yell.com and the Thompson Local, resulting in constructive improvement in sales. A large percentage of new clients derive from recommendations, the business regards existing clients as their best advertisers.
The business also has a comprehensive website, detailing all products and services, as well as an attractive glossy company brochure.
Premises:
The business operates from leasehold premises from a prime location in South East London. The lease is short term running from month to month. Rent is charged at £1,875 per quarter with rates charged additionally at £2,800 per annum.
The property itself measures circa 1,000 square foot, consisting of shop and office space with a rear yard fro storage.
Business Hours:
Monday – Friday 8.00 am – 5.00 pm
Security:
Grills secure the premises.
Financial Information:
The business is being offered for sale on a going concern basis, all financial discussions will take place directly between the vendor and all interested parties under the auspices of Turner Butler. The current turnover is £1,303,000 with a gross profit of £98,276 and a Net profit of £83,280.
Reason for Sale:
This is a genuine retirement sale.
Support and Training;
Full support and training will be provided to the successful purchaser if required | | | | | BUSINESS STATUS: | FOR SALE | | | | | SELLER: | TURNER BUTLER | | CONTACT: | 01895 25 6000 | | REFERENCE: | GB077 / RightBiz | | ENQUIRIES: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
