Service Industry For Sale in South West England

PLANT HIRE AND CONTRACTING BUSINESS in South West England for Sale.

An opportunity exists to acquire a long-established operated plant hire and contracting business based in South West England, trading continuously for over 60 years. Offered as a going concern and includes the freehold property, plant, machinery, goodwill, and the trading entity. It provides a comprehensive range of services including operated excavator hire (3 to 28 tonne), mobile crushing and on-site recycling, demolition, aggregate supply, and tipper hire. The model ensures consistent quality, safety, and compliance, supported by a fully CPCS-qualified workforce.
The business services a predominantly commercial client base across utilities, land development, drainage, housing, leisure, and infrastructure sectors. Approximately 75% of revenues are derived from repeat customers, many of whom have worked with the business for decades, providing a high degree of revenue visibility and resilience. New work is generated primarily through reputation, referrals, and inbound enquiries, with no dedicated sales force in place.
Run from a freehold depot, well positioned to service local and regional projects, with all plant and equipment being fully mobile and capable of relocation if required by a new owner. The business benefits from an exceptionally loyal and experienced workforce, including long-serving directors, management, and operatives, contributing to low staff turnover and strong client relationships.
Significant scope for growth under new ownership, particularly through increased utilisation of underused mobile crushing assets, geographic expansion beyond the current operating area, fleet expansion to service housebuilding demand, and the introduction of proactive sales and business development. Transitional management support is available to ensure a smooth handover post-acquisition.

Key Highlights
Annual Turnover £2,341,338
Established Trading History - Founded in 1961, with over six decades of continuous operation
Freehold Property Included - Operational depot included within the sale
Repeat Revenue Model - Approximately 75% of revenue generated from repeat customers
Blue-Chip & Institutional Client Base - Long-term relationships with utilities, land developers, drainage authorities, and contractors
Operated-Only Model - All plant supplied with CPCS-qualified operators, ensuring quality control and compliance
Highly Experienced Workforce - Exceptionally low staff turnover with long-serving management and operatives
Limited Sales Dependency - No dedicated sales team, highlighting clear upside potential

Interested parties will be required to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) before further information is provided.