Repair Sales And Service Of Lawnmowers Garden Machinery For Sale

Business description

Repair, Sales and Service of Lawnmowers, Garden Machinery, Tools & Power Equipment

This business was established in 1979 and specialises in the repair, sales and servicing of domestic to small commercial lawnmowers, garden tools and garden machinery and the retail of various garden accessories and implements and fireworks, (for which they are licensed for 12 months trading). Based in North Hampshire they offer a wide range of machines for sale as well as a full servicing, repair and maintenance service. This business offers leading quality brands of lawn mowers, Garden Tractors and Garden Machinery. It also supplies equipment to domestic and commercial markets and offers a mail order service across the UK

The business has a thriving service centre manned by experienced technicians to
provide after sales service and service and repairs of garden machinery and equipment and can supply spare parts for most brands. They have earned an excellent reputation for their reliable service, expertise, brands, skilled staff, prompt response time, location and competitive prices and are authorized dealers of leading garden machinery brands. The service, maintenance and repair facilities this business offers are equally impressive.

The business has built an excellent reputation for quality machinery maintenance and unrivalled client service. The business operates from a prime location in North Hampshire and has established itself as one of the region’s leading independent specialist garden machinery suppliers. The business services all makes of garden machinery including lawn mowers, ride-on's, strimmer's, garden vacs, chainsaws etc. The business also resharpens and regrinds blades and cylinders, oil changes, filters, carb cleaning, and all major part replacements.

The business has been appointed service agents for most of its retail products and as such any needed warranty repair work can be carried out on their own premises by their own fully trained staff. The business is a member of the British Hardware Federation as well as the British Agricultural and Garden Machinery Association, representing over 60% of agricultural and 35% of ground care dealers in the United Kingdom.

The business has formed good trading relationships over 29 years with many of their suppliers, and has provided their staff with unique product knowledge. This well established and successful lawn maintenance and power mower equipment dealership is an excellent opportunity for a new owner.

Website:

The business website is designed to offer choice in a relevant and attractive context and make buying these value products easy and enjoyable. It is a full e-commerce site and online payment and fulfilment is guaranteed giving customers total peace of mind. This high standard of service is matched by the operation of the business itself achieving very prompt delivery of product from its e-commerce and mail order operations.

Equipment:

The business owns and maintains various tools which are necessary and used in the daily operation and smooth flowing of the business. In addition it also has a delivery van and a trailer. All administrative procedures are computerised with Sage software and Quick Books providing detailed information regarding the financial position of the company.

Customer Service:

The company is proud of the service that is offered to customers. These services are broad and represent the company focus on responding to customer needs. The results of this commitment are evident in the degree of return customers to the business. This level of customer care has resulted in the acquisition of new accounts by referral and word of mouth.

Key strengths:

• Ideally located at prominent, busy and well established Garden Centre
• Well-trained and committed staff
• Expert professional advice
• Superior quality work
• Strong working relationships with suppliers
• Excellent reputation for honesty and integrity

Financial Information:

The business is offered for sale as a going concern. All financial discussions will take place directly between the vendor and all interested parties under the auspices of Turner Butler.

The business is very profitable and will move forward very quickly in the right hands. The business enjoys a turnover in the region of £700,000 with adjusted net profits circa £92,000. The net assets are circa £85,000 which includes tools and machinery.

Property information

Property:

Leasehold

Lease terms:

Rent is currently circa £29,000 per annum with rates payable circa £5,500.

Location:

The business is ideally located in a busy prominent and well established Garden Centre location, that is highly visible. The business occupies a modern extremely well maintained unit comprising of showroom, office, workshop, yard and store room. There is ample car parking available.

The lease is for three years. There is an excellent longstanding relationship with the landlord, and a new lease can be negotiable on terms agreeable to both parties. Rent is currently circa £29,000 per annum with rates payable circa £5,500.

Other information

Expansion potential:

There is considerable scope for growth with renting equipment, sale through internet, these are just some of those avenues. The vendor feels that extending working hours by opening on Sunday will also have impact on sales. Making provision for hire of tool and equipment is another best option for the growth of business.

The current market for this business is buoyant 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.

Competition / Market:

Enjoying high levels of repeat business, the most cost effective marketing for this business comes from its prime location and the strong word of mouth recommendation and client referrals this business enjoys testimony to the excellent reputation this business has, particularly amongst its regular Clientele. Business advertises in yellow pages and local directories. The business has an informative website which allows the user to find out details regarding the business and the range of products on offer. The business has found that the site has performed well and consistent growth will be achieved by building on this success.

Support & training:

The owner is more than willing to provide full business familiarisation, training and handover, in order to ensure a smooth transfer is achieved.

Reasons for selling:

This is a genuine retirement sale.

Trading hours:

The business trades Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm and Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.