CE231-Newly acquired business of established nursery school for children appeared for sale in Greater London (North).

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CT039-Fully licensed scrap metal and recycling business

Fully licensed scrap metal and recycling business

Ref.CT039
Location Hertfordshire
Asking Price £550,000

Business Profile

Introduction

Turner Butler has been appointed to invite offers of purchase for 100% of the Issued Share Capital of a fully licensed scrap metal and recycling business specialising in ferrous and non-ferrous metals.

Key strengths:

The Company has the following key attributes:

• Fully licensed scrap metal and recycling business specialising in ferrous and non ferrous metals

• Garage collection scheme – up to 400 Clients plus fridge, freezer and air conditioning units disposal

• Strong compliance with Environmental Legislation

• Well equipped leasehold premises including weighbridge and yard with container loading facilities and offices

• Excellent, strong and positive cash flows

• Rapid growth to date with significant growth and expansion opportunities.

The Company provides an acquirer with a rapidly growing business with further significant growth and expansion opportunities. As such it should appeal to:

• Anyone looking for an opportunity to establish an excellent foothold within the scrap metal industry

• An existing operator in the scrap metal industry looking to expand their geographical coverage

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CN054-Marquee Hire and Event Planning Company High End Supply

Marquee Hire and Event Planning Company High End Supply

Ref.CN054
Location Cheshire
Asking Price £295,000 (inc. stock)

Business Profile

Established some 25 years ago this business specialises in the hiring of marquees for all occasions, offering a complete package which includes marquees with windows and doors, linings, flooring of choice (wooden, carpet, etc.), tables, banquet chairs, lighting, heating , podiums and dance floors.

They offer high end quality marquees with a wide range of sizes. This offers a huge amount of flexibility which allows the company to cater for whatever customers require, from a small marquee in the back garden, to a marquee village catering for corporate launches or hospitality. All events are assessed on an individual basis, and the needs of the client taken into account prior to finalising the plans for any event. The company has a good range of clients both commercial and domestic.

The company cater for all events, from corporate hospitality, sports event sponsorship with hospitality for guests, to smaller activity days but have really carved out a reputation in the market place for high end weddings. As you would expect the company has a large array of themes and accessories available to choose from. These accessories enable them to offer tailor made events with accessories to match.

The company gives each customer a high level of personal and reliable customer service, from the first phone call to the final clearing of site. Through the office utilisation of leading event management software and subsequent site visit program, the customer’s needs are established and the correct range of hire services and structures are offered. With erections taking place for events as varied as weddings, shows, product launches, outside events and VIP hospitality the company can tap into its vast knowledge of previous events to quote a package ideally suited to their needs. Many of the customers are attracted to the company by recommendation or seeing one of the company’s marquees at another event.

The company offers (and has a reputation for) quality products, efficient service and competitive transparent pricing. This philosophy has resulted in the continued growth of the company as a major force in the marquee industry in the North West.

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CT009-Scrap Metal Dealer Specialising in Non Ferrous Metals

Scrap Metal Dealer Specialising in Non Ferrous Metals

Ref.CT009
Location Merseyside
Asking Price Offer Invited

Business Profile

This business was founded in the early 1970’s by the current owners and since then has built up a sterling reputation in the market as a reliable high quality scrap metal dealer. Whilst specialising in the handling of non-ferrous metals the business holds all the relevent licenses, environmental and health and safety certification to handle both ferrous and non-ferrous materials as well as plastics and other such recycleable materials.

The business is able to provide clients with a collection, processing and delivery service offering a total solution for the waste sector, industry and the public community. Strategically located near to superb dockside facilities, allowing it access to near Continental markets as well as deep sea destinations.

The business has invested well in equipment and currently handles approx 350-400 tonnes of material a month. However just with the current infrastructure in place it could quite easily accommodate an additional 100% throughput.

With a comprehensive range of processing equipment, the business is well placed to continue selling its non-ferrous products to discerning quality end users including wholesalers, major retailers and leading refineries and smelters in the UK, Europe and Asian markets.

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CR193-Architectural Design & Planning Consultancy Specialising in residential new build and conversions in both the private and public sector and has completed several commercial/industrial projects up to a value of £7.1M

Architectural Design & Planning Consultancy Specialising in residential
new build and conversions in both the private and public sector and 
has completed several commercial/industrial projects up to a value of 
£7.1M

Ref.CR193
Location Bedfordshire
Asking Price £140,000

Business Profile

This consulting firm was formed in 1997 after evolving out of a previous partnership and has amongst
numerous Planning, Building Regulation and approved Inspectors for its professionalism, attention to
detail and reliability of service. The business is owned and managed by the vendor, who is an architectural
practitioner of more than 35 years’ experience and  is supported by diligent and staff in administration and
design preparation and offers the following range of architcture, interior design and building management
services to a wide variety of clients.

• Residential
• Barn Conversions
• Industrial
• Retail
• Institutional (inc.  schools and public buildings)
• Sports Pavilions
• Heritage Building works
• Extensions
• Energy Assessment
• Alterations
• Certification
• Building Regulations
• Professional Inspection Work
• Project Management

The business has completed many different types of projects in the past and continues to provide a
good mix of services to its clients with recent projects including domestic new builds, barn conversions
and more rural developments such is its location within a relatively rural but very accessible part of
England, within easy reach of major conurbations such as Milton Keynes and Bedford. Projects are
managed within a circa 40 mile radius of the firm’s offices but has taken individual projects in project
locations further afield including  Liverpool, Newport, Barmouth, Isle of white, Colchester, Chester,
Reading, Newark, Grantham, King’s Lynn, Stroud, Braintree, Belmont Circle, Hull, Lewisham, Mill Hill,
Birmingham, Eastbourne and Newcastle although becoming more localised as practice matures.

The main areas served now are Bedfordshire Northamptonshire & Hertfordshire

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CQ197-Luxurious Spas specialising in Spa rituals, body massage, facial treatments and retail 2 High Profile International Hotel Locations

Luxurious Spas specialising in Spa rituals, body massage, facial treatments and retail 2 High Profile International Hotel Locations

Ref.CQ197
Location London, West End & Bankside
Asking Price £250,000

Business Profile

The first of these attractive, luxury spas was opened 2 years ago by the current owner in one of the most famous international hotel group’s locations and this became so successful, so quickly that in early 2017, a second spa was opened in another of the hotel groups locations in Bankside, London.

business offers luxurious high end treatments with a focus on the quality & luxuryof the customer journey; specialising in Spa rituals, facials, body treatments & nail care for both Men and Women. It has an excellent reputation for high quality treatments in a tranquil environment.

While the business now runs from two very established locations in London, it began over 20 years ago as a mobile premium spa, visiting preferred destination locations for demanding clientele in the central London area.

Activities within the business break down into three parts:

1. Mobile spa treatments and therapies
2. London Hotel spa locations
3. Retail of specialist home use spa accessories

The business considers itself to be a relaxed haven in the centre of London, offering the latest techniques in global spa treatments and using the finest products available to the industry. Located in two very high profile International Hotels, the business’ spa’s promise top-to-toe pampering from a team of highly qualified and experienced therapists. Customers can choose from a comprehensive range of highest quality treatments and services from around the world or indulge in one of the carefully crafted packages.

The real power and energy of the spa comes from the attentive and courteous service provided by the staff and the high levels of customer service and satisfaction they generate.

Not surprisingly, the spa enjoys a good level of patronage since the Hotel locations have a very high level of footfall and the mobile service has a very high level of repeat custom. The target market for the spas is very much the affluent residents of this area in London and its visitors.

The business has all the equipment normally associated with a business operating in this sector and uses specialist i-Salon, salon software systems for client booking and management.

This opportunity is an ideal business for anyone looking to establish a foothold in the day spa/health and beauty sector or for someone already in the sector looking for a strongly performing, additional business to bolt on to their existing activities.

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CO172-Freehold Award Winning Dance School & Fitness Studios

Freehold Award Winning Dance School & Fitness Studios

Ref.CO172

Location West Midlands

Asking Price £360,000

Business Profile

A rare opportunity to acquire a very well established and highly regarded dance school
and fitness studio that has been successfully serving the region for almost 40 years.

This rather unique business provides a comprehensive range of dance and fitness classes to
both adults and children that cover a range of disciplines. The studios have been equipped with
the latest fixtures, fittings, visual aids and sound systems to enable the business to provide
superb tuition in exceptional surroundings.

The business offers a full ballet school under the guidance of The Royal Academy Of Dance
(RAD) and also offers a range of other disciplines including Latin ,Ballroom, Latin American,
Salsa, Tango, Tap, Rock ‘n’ Roll, Modern, Freestyle, Jazz, Hip Hop and Musical Theatre.
The business utilises The Associated Boards of Dance as the examining board for these
disciplines as they are recognised by the BDQT (Board of Dance Quailifications & Training).

The studio also offers the ever popular Latin Inspired dance fitness programs including Zumba.
There is huge scope to develop this side of the business further, should a new owner so
require, as fitness based and performance based dance and non-dance routines are hugely
popular and this represents an excellent area of future growth.

The business premises are freehold and represent a sound investment, being in first rate condition
and ideally located on a High Street in a densely populated area with excellent accessibility,
own car park on site and other parking nearby.

Customer Service:

This is a key area of strength for the business. The business offers expert tuition from highly
qualified and highly motivated tutors which makes the customer experience not only enjoyable,
but also highly rewarding in terms of technical advancement. This level of tuition is backed up
with the relevant certifications from the associations and memberships already mentioned as
well as the International Dance Teachers Association membership.

This dedication to high quality delivery of the programs is further backed up with the numerous
awards this dance school has received over the years.

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CO162-Corporate & Private Events Management Business Multi Venue for Functions, Parties & Weddings Riverside Setting on Superb Luxury Yacht

Corporate & Private Events Management Business Multi Venue for Functions, Parties & Weddings Riverside Setting on Superb Luxury Yacht

Ref. CO162

Location Fantastic Docklands

Asking Price £1,975,000

Business Profile

This opportunity is a quite superb and unique successful event management company that specialises in arranging functions for corporate and private clients on board this Super Yacht.

Exceptional events are organised in this high profile location in London. An established profitable business, this exclusive business opportunity includes the added bonus of a high value, moveable asset. The owner has invested in excess of £1.5M on improvement and maintainance of the yacht. This stylish multi function venue can cater for parties up to 60 plus five berths sleeping 10.

The business operates on a low overhead basis run by a management couple who reside in the yacht’s staff quarters, a chef and additional staff are also recruited subject to the lucrative events calendar. An Events Manager is employed on a remuneration package directly related to the functions that have been booked.

This is a thriving, creative and highly profitable management run business that is ripe for further development. The annual turnover is now reaching in the region of £400,000, and after expenditure we are advised that the profits for this business are exceptional.

A FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY NOT TO BE MISSED

Key Strengths:

1. Unique lifestyle opportunity with limited overheads and excellent profits

2. Excellent investment opportunity - management team in place

3. Huge potential to build on current annual sales

4. Great location but with the flexibility for re-location if required

5. Exceptional fixtures and fittings throughout

Growth and Expansion:

The business is run on a low key basis via word of mouth repeat bookings and a website. Little additional marketing has been done due to the fact that the owner manages the bookings and financials hundreds of miles away from the business location. A hands-on owner living within a closer proximity would find it easier to pursue the obvious expansion possibilities. Although currently permanently moored, new owners may wish to look into the very lucrative market of chartering the super yacht. We are informed that the yacht is sea worthy, so this market could be targeted subject to all the necessary regulations.

We are advised by the owner that a turnover in the region of £1M could be achieved.

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GK269-Specialist High Added Value Designer, Supplier & Installer of Domestic & Commercial Staircases

Specialist High Added Value Designer, Supplier & Installer of Domestic & Commercial Staircases

Ref.GK269

Location South West/Relocatable

Asking Price £85,000

Business Profile
Acquired in 2010 by the vendor, this well known and trusted high quality and high added-value staircase franchise has vast experience in installing residential and commercial staircases from a wide variety of standard designs. The business works closely with clients from the early planning stages and has a comprehensive database of trade people including architects and engineers, trade and material suppliers.

The business is one of the UK’s most highly regarded supplier of staircases including: spiral staircases, glass staircases, basement stairs, loft ladders, roof terrace ladders and space saver staircases.

Site surveys are carried out for clients and customers here in the UK and manufacturing is carried out in Europe then supplied to the UK and installed by the business’ skilled sub-contracted installers anywhere in the UK.

The business is managed by the vendor from a home office and can be easily managed anywhere in the UK by a new owner. The Vendor believes that if the business were to be managed from a location of high domestic density, of high net worth  home-owners then both turnover and profitability would raise dramatically.

Technology:
QuickBooks software is used for easy management of customer invoicing.

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CF052-Professional Photographic Studio Family Portrait & Specialised Photo Restoration

Professional Photographic Studio

Family Portrait & Specialised Photo Restoration

Ref.CF052

Location Dublin

Asking Price £49,950

Business Profile

This successful photographic studio was founded in the early 1900’s and is geared to creating the most beautiful family portraiture. The brand name of this family business is well known in Ireland and is famous for the restoration of photographs as well as specialising in family portraits, corporate and social photography.

The studio used to undertake around 100 wedding per year. Having stopped advertising for this sector over the last few years, if re-instated this could once again be a lucrative side of the business for the new owners. The brand name would be sure to help re-capture the local market for wedding photography.

This is an exceptional photographic studio with additional revenue generated from photo restoration and the sale of albums, frames, canvases and enlargements. All technical aspects of the business and in particular, the photography, are undertaken by well trained and highly skilled staff.

A good established opportunity this business would be ideal for anyone with a passion for photography. The owner and manager of this business have valuable experience and specialised skills and advice which they would be happy to passs on to anyone who wishes to get involved in running their own photographic studio.

Customer Service:

A high standard of customer service is a priority for this business. This quality of service has enhanced the excellent reputation the business has developed among its customer community. Staff are always happy to help, offering honest and helpful advice.

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CO142-Layzell`s Clubs Limited Freehold, Refurbished Licensed Bar, Nightclub and Entertainment Venue

Layzell`s Clubs Limited Freehold, Refurbished Licensed Bar, Nightclub and Entertainment Venue

Ref. CO142

Location Minster On Sea , Isle of Sheppey,Kent

Asking Price £850,000

Business Profile

This business has been established for approximately thirty years and has been managed by the current owners for the last eleven. The business has for many years been well known as ‘the place to go ‘especially at the weekend on the Isle of Sheppey.

Since taking over the business several years ago, the current owner has invested £500,000 to ensure that the venue is able to retain its reputation throughout the local community and beyond.

New flooring, ceilings, bar areas, toilets, furniture and pool tables as well as converting dead space into an additional bar have all contributed to the continued success of the business.

The club opens until 2 am on Fridays and Saturdays and it is these weekend evenings where the establishment comes into its own.

The club is used as a disco/dance venue to visit after meals or drinks at other premises across the island. The business has two large function rooms that are hired for Weddings and other celebrations.

The venue can cater for approximately 200 people in the function suites and another 200 in the main club/bar area. The business has a separate pool/snooker room that is used by the club’s own pool team. Other social and sports clubs have and still are using the venue as a base or meeting point.

The club is located alongside a large private car park with spaces for 80 vehicles. The business is not tied to any brewery and is able to negotiate its own deals for their drinks. This allows the bar and the club to be highly competitive in attracting growing numbers of customers to come and spend their money whist having a great night out.

The freehold property has under gone an extensive refurbishment and is constantly maintained to an excellent order.

There are considerable opportunities within the club and bar area to increase turnover.

Equipment:

All the fixtures and fittings that are required to continue to run the business are of course included in the asking price. These include bar equipment, refrigeration, sound system, furniture, pool tables etc.

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CE209-Reputable Children’s Day Nursery

Reputable Children’s Day Nursery

Ref. CE209

Location South Manchester

Asking Price £315,000

Business Profile

This well established and reputable nursery has been serving the local community for many years and has evolved over time to provide a comprehensive, safe, quality nursery environment for children from ages 0-8 years. The nursery is currently registered to care for up to 33 children at any one time, however there is room to expand the operation should a new owner so require.

This first class business is situated within a highly desirable and well-populated residential area in South Manchester where there is high demand for childcare from professional working families. The nursery is easily accessible within the road network and has good parking to enable easy drop off and collection for today’s busy families. It is renowned for its happy and homely atmosphere and for providing parents with the best child care available.

Due to this the nursery retains impressive occupancy rates through its excellent reputation, with local demand for its superb services coming through recommendation. The centre offers full and part time places giving flexibility to the parents. The nursery is built on trust, fun things to do and importantly is affordable for parents with very competitve rates.

The nursery is currently run under management without need for day to day involvement from the vendors. The dedicated nursery staff are a good mix of people and deliver high quality childcare through their expertise and qualifications, giving children an enjoyable place to play and learn, while taking part in a wide range of activities to keep them busy.

Children’s Areas/Equipment:

The centre is well equipped and very well maintained throughout. The ground floor is dedicated to the 0-3 year age group and consists of separate baby and toddler rooms. There is also a nursery kitchen on the ground floor as well as staff area and bathrooms. The first floor is where the pre-school unit is with free flow play and educational centre, together with additional bathroom. There is an external play area for the children

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CT037-Waste Water Company in South East. Drainage, Investigation, Design, Surveys & Maintenance. Sewage Treatment Expertise and Construction Services.

Waste Water Company in South East. Drainage, Investigation, Design, Surveys & Maintenance. Sewage Treatment Expertise and Construction Services

Ref. CT037

Location Kent - Relocatable

Asking Price £250,000

Business Profile

 This high quality waste water company operates mainly in the South East of England combining drainage and sewage solutions, investigations, survey, maintenance and construction services.

This well established and highly reputable business was set up by the vendor approximately 10 years ago and in that time it has grown into the successful sewage and drainage business that it is today. The business specialises in providing quality and cost effective services in Drainage Maintenance, Drainage Surveys, Sewage Treatment Expertise, Flood Risk Assessment, Construction Services, Sewage Treatment Expertise and CCTV Surveys on a mainly commercial basis. A high percentage of work is undertaken for local authorities on a rolling 5 year contract, with more work gained through repeat business and referrals.

Due to the businesses service-led approach it has built up a very impressive and loyal customer base with ongoing maintenance, servicing and monitoring contracts in place.

Equipment:

This business is well-equipped and has a significant amount of plant and equipment, systems and vehicles that enables it to carry out all its duties effectively.

All plant and equipment are included within the sales price.

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CT036-Waste Water & Sewage Treatment Plant Co. Manufacturer, Supply, Installation & Maintenance ISO9001/14001

Waste Water & Sewage Treatment Plant Co. Manufacturer, Supply, Installation & Maintenance ISO9001/14001

Ref. CT036

Location Midlands

Asking Price £1,600,000

Business Profile

Asking price includes:

Current Turnover circa £2.5 Million per annum
Gross Profits circa £1,250,000 p.a.
Net Profits available to the vendor in excess of circa £450,000 p.a.
All plant and equipment circa £150,000
IPR & Patent pending own brand designs
On-going growth pattern circa 15% p.a.
Multiple revenue streams
Excellent senior management in place
Circa 1000 contracted customers
Circa 1,700 non contract customers
Circa 120 trade accounts
Training and handover
Interactive website
Goodwill

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CP045-National franchisor of an animal care and health diagnostics service

National franchisor of an animal care and health diagnostics service

Ref. CP045

Location : Re-locatable

Asking Price : £40,000

Business Profile

Introduction

Turner Butler has been appointed to invite offers of purchase for 100% of the Issued Share capital of a national franchisor of an animal care and health diagnostics service.

Key strengths:

The business has the following key attributes:

• Increasingly trusted and well-respected national brand.

• A highly respected reputation amongst vets and within the animal care industry.

• Established income streams from a number of established franchises.

• Custom-developed franchisee support systems.

• All requisite legal documentation and franchise agreements in place.

• Tailor-made training modules in relation to all aspects of running franchises.

• Exclusive UK distribution rights to the technology used.

• Excellent growth and expansion opportunities – outside franchising.

• Easily re-locatable business.

The business provides an acquirer with:

• An excellent platform for anyone looking to enter the animal care sector.

• An ideal bolt-on opportunity for an existing organisation already operating in the animal care sector.

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CR182-Property Maintenance, Decorating, Building and Refurbishment Services Provider

Property Maintenance, Decorating, Building and Refurbishment Services Provider

Ref. CR182

Location  Herefordshire/Gloucestershire/Worcestershire/Shropshire & Avon

Asking Price  £395,000

Business Profile

This leading privately owned property maintenance busineses undertakes all kinds of work from repairs through to extensions. Work is split between both private home owners, commercial businesses, local authorities, estate agents and property companies.

One of the areas most established businesses, being under the same ownership for over 12 years, it receives excellent word of mouth recommendations. Now trading as a limited company the business has four directors, two main directors and their partners.

Operating   throughout Herefordshire/Worcestershire/Gloucestershire/Shropshier & Avon this business has the unique selling point of providing the highest quality of work to every customer, turn-around from initial tender to job acceptance is exceptionally high. Repeat trade and new referrals from existing customers place the business ahead of any competitor.

 The two main directors work within the business supported by an experienced team of ten employees who are assigned jobs via a customer work related schedule. The business has seven sign-written vans that give great exposure of the business’s brand name across the surrounding counties and beyond.

The business is very committed to handling their current full pipeline of work, these commitments have stopped any additional work being taken on from outside the self imposed geograpical limitations. The company is sought after by customers due to their quality of work and lead times. This is the perfect opportunity or platform for new owners to acquire this business as a bolt on or to consolidate it with an existing business trading from an adjoining county.

The annual turnover for the business is circa £680,000 and provides a very healthy standard of living for the owners.

The business offers a full range of services to include:

• Extensions Electrics

• Refurbishments Carpentry

• Bathrooms Plastering

• Kitchens Windows

• Lofts Interior and exterior decorating

• Plumbing Doors

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CE209 -Reputable Children’s Day Nursery

Reputable Children’s Day Nursery

Ref. CE209

Location  South Manchester

Asking Price  £315,000

Business Profile

This well established and reputable nursery has been serving the local community for many years and has evolved over time to provide a comprehensive, safe, quality nursery environment for children from ages 0-8 years. The nursery is currently registered to care for up to 33 children at any one time, however there is room to expand the operation should a new owner so require.

This first class business is situated within a highly desirable and well-populated residential area in South Manchester where there is high demand for childcare from professional working families. The nursery is easily accessible within the road network and has good parking to enable easy drop off and collection for today’s busy families. It is renowned for its happy and homely atmosphere and for providing parents with the best child care available.

Due to this the nursery retains impressive occupancy rates through its excellent reputation, with local demand for its superb services coming through recommendation. The centre offers full and part time places giving flexibility to the parents. The nursery is built on trust, fun things to do and importantly is affordable for parents with very competitve rates.

The nursery is currently run under management without need for day to day involvement from the vendors. The dedicated nursery staff are a good mix of people and deliver high quality childcare through their expertise and qualifications, giving children an enjoyable place to play and learn, while taking part in a wide range of activities to keep them busy.

Children’s Areas/Equipment:

The centre is well equipped and very well maintained throughout. The ground floor is dedicated to the 0-3 year age group and consists of separate baby and toddler rooms. There is also a nursery kitchen on the ground floor as well as staff area and bathrooms. The first floor is where the pre-school unit is with free flow play and educational centre, together with additional bathroom. There is an external play area for the children

Clients

There is no shortage of parents wishing their children to enjoy this excellent facility of activity and learning with strong and consistent demand.

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CH138 -Fire Protection Consultants, Sales & Servicing of Fire Extinguishers

Fire Protection Consultants, Sales & Servicing of Fire Extinguishers

Ref. CH138

Location  Fully relocatable

Asking Price  £130,000

Business Profile Established in 1991, this business offers sales and servicing of fire extinguishers predominantly for corporate companies, with the split being 80 % coporate and 20 % private work.
However, new regulations are now in place that cover all ‘to let’ properties in the UK, this states that fire extinguishers have to be in place on these premises and is generating a whole new database of customers and a boom in this business sector.
The business delivers effective and responsive sales and servicing for all its clients, large or small. It is committed to delivering a high quality of service that exceeds customer expectations and that it doesn’t compromise in order to compete on price.
Its experience is underpinned by its industry accreditations including being a BSI registered company with ISO 9001 accreditation.
During its years’ of operation, the business has built up a thriving on-going customer base. Its service and commitment to its customers is rewarded by this loyalty year on year.
The business is experiencing a boom at the present time and would be an excellent bolt on for a business already operating within either the fire or security sector. Alternatively it would be an ideal starter business for anyone looking to establish a foothold within the fire sector.

Customer Service:

The business provides a professional and personal service offering attention to detail and an excellent after sales service.

Key Strengths:

The business has an excellent working relationship with its clients, enhancing its reputation. Attention to detail and a friendly yet professional approach is one of the main factors for the success of the business, as is speed of response and the ability to provide suitable solutions and a comprehensive service.

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CT037 -Waste Water Company in South East. Drainage, Investigation, Design, Surveys & Maintenance. Sewage Treatment Expertise and Construction Services

Waste Water Company in South East. Drainage, Investigation, Design, Surveys & Maintenance. Sewage Treatment Expertise and Construction Services

Ref. CT037

Location  Kent - Relocatable

Asking Price  £250,000

Business Profile

 This high quality waste water company operates mainly in the South East of England combining drainage and sewage solutions, investigations, survey, maintenance and construction services.

This well established and highly reputable business was set up by the vendor approximately 10 years ago and in that time it has grown into the successful sewage and drainage business that it is today. The business specialises in providing quality and cost effective services in Drainage Maintenance, Drainage Surveys, Sewage Treatment Expertise, Flood Risk Assessment, Construction Services, Sewage Treatment Expertise and CCTV Surveys on a mainly commercial basis. A high percentage of work is undertaken for local authorities on a rolling 5 year contract, with more work gained through repeat business and referrals.

Due to the businesses service-led approach it has built up a very impressive and loyal customer base with ongoing maintenance, servicing and monitoring contracts in place.

Equipment:

This business is well-equipped and has a significant amount of plant and equipment, systems and vehicles that enables it to carry out all its duties effectively.

All plant and equipment are included within the sales price.

Key Strengths:

This established business prides itself on its responsiveness to clients` needs as well as providing independent, high quality independent professional services, maintenance and construction services.

Having been very active and prominent in the industry for several years this business is very well known and has built up a sterling reputation for the quality of work, high levels of client service, well trained staff, reliability and price. The business has excellent staff and a good internal structure required to operate in this legislation and environmental driven sector.

With such an excellent reputation this business is constantly in demand because it offers a full independent turn-key operation. It prides itself on its ability to respond quickly and effectively to customers’ needs. Consequently this business can boast an impressive and very large range of clients.

The business has maintenance and servicing programmes and contracts, which guarantee on-going revenues.

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CA080 -Signage & Sign Writing Company Estate Agency Board Specialist

Signage & Sign Writing Company Estate Agency Board Specialist

Ref. CA080

Location  Greater Manchester/Lancashire (relocatable)

Asking Price  £135,000

Business Profile

This reputable and very well established business was set up over 8 years ago by the current vendors and specialises in the design, manufacture, supply and erection of estate agency boards thoughout the North West region .

The company has built up a large customer base generally situated within the M60 ringroad and can boast some 120 estate agents as customers. This is the core of the business but the company also has the ability to provide specilasit signage and banners that are digitally mastered and professionally manufactured. Currently the estate agency boards accounts for circa 90% of revenues.

The company has invested in technology(plotters, laminators,software design packages etc) and equipment over time to ensure it can provide a comprehensive turnkey solution with high quality images and quick turnaround times

The majority of revenues are generated via sales to esate agencies. It is understood that the company has some 10,000 boards out in the market at anyone time. All these boards are recycleable and typically can be re-used on several occasions.

The company are regarded as a very well established and trustworthy supplier that can offer a true turnkey solution to customers. The are only a few other companies operating in the region who can provide this level of service.

The business has grown organically over the years and enjoys good levels of profitability and has a loyal customer network. It has low fixed costs and is simple to run. Staff are loyal and understand the business.

Equipment:

The owners have invested in plant and equipment over the years to ensure it provides high quality products efficiently produced. It utilises the flexi-sign and advanced photo-shoot software packages and has good quality plotters and laminators. It also has a small fleet of some 3 delivery vans. Anticipated value of all plant, vehicles and equipment and raw material stock is circa £45,000.

Customer Service:

The business provides customers with a comprehensive level of customer service and this is evident in the loyal customer base it has established in over 8 years trading. It offers high quality products on a consistent basis with relatively short lead times. The company provides a complete erection and removal service for the estate agency boards.

It can also cater for small order quantities on traditional banners and signage. The business enjoys good levels of repeat business.

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