Asking price: £7,500

Sales revenue: £116,000

Net profit: Undisclosed

Fixtures value: Undisclosed

Stock value: Undisclosed

Business description
The business was established by our client in 1994 and has developed what we are advised is a strong reputation since this date. Serving a customer base of domestic and trade clients, the business has networks with local builders, developers, estate agents and property management companies; which include repeat maintenance work and larger one off ‘new’ contracts. The business has now ceased trading as our client is emigrating and so is offered for a quick sale with the goodwill, existing contracts, telephone numbers and website providing an ideal start up opportunity for a new owner, or bolt on acquisition for an established decorating contractor. The business also has invitations to tender for a number of jobs which our client has historically won, therefore providing significant scope for immediate growth.

Years established: 15

Employees: Our client was active in the business full time in a ‘hands on’ managerial role. He was assisted by 2 well trained and loyal staff that may be available to a new owner.

Home based: This business can be run from home.

Relocatable: This business can be relocated.

Location
The business serves clients across the affluent areas of South Manchester and Cheshire, with its base being in Cheshire.

Expansion potential
We are advised that there is scope for a new owner to develop the business further by actively canvassing to increase trade. The business would also be an ideal bolt-on acquisition to an existing decorating contractor, as it would give them the opportunity to expand into this geographical area immediately.

Reasons for selling
Emigration