How does the business operate on a daily basis?
The Business to be set up will be one where the Franchisor will assist in acquiring the correct staff mix.

Work should commence at 7 am when all staff report to an operational office and then assigned to various projects

The involved owner will manage the business by acquiring sales, servicing the clients and delivering excellent workmanship.

Visiting of old and new clients will also be imperative to grow the business.

How are the clients attracted to the business?
A full client list will be provided by the Franchisor of all historical clients that were serviced by the previous owners.

Further clients will be attracted by word-of-mouth referrals, marketing via radio, and physical door-to-door visits to businesses, office blocks, shopping centers and houses.

Strong online media presence with Google and Instagram

What Advertising/Marketing is carried out?
Web Site advertising on the internet, franchise and radio advertising

Does the business have any contract work?
Key clients will be introduced to.

What competition exists?
Limited competition from other competitors offering the same product knowledge and offering.

What are the seasonal trends?
Generally busier during summer months with rain season causing roof leaks and callouts.

Is the business VAT Registered?
Historical Figures are reflected to prove potential in the area.

What percentage of the business is cash/credit?
A deposit is payable on acceptance of a contract and balance payable on completion of work.

How could the profitability of the business be improved?
Acquiring more clients.
Revisiting old clients

What is the total staff complement?
To be discussed with the Franchisor
Branch needs between 7 - 12 staff members

Give a breakdown of staff/ functions/ length of service?
To be supplied by the Franchisor.

Are they on contract?
Staff will get letters of appointment.

How involved is the Owner in running the business?
The more involved the Owner will be, the more successful and profitable, it will be.

When does the current lease end?
A new Premises to be found - initially work from home

What are the trading hours?
7:00am to 16:00 Monday to Friday.

What are the main assets of the business?
A full list of assets will be made available but to be noted: The Business will need vehicles, at least 1 bakkie to start with.
After 3 months perhaps a second vehicle.

Strengths?
This business is a member of an established brand with 35 years of experience.
The local branch has been profitable and has been trading more than 13 years.
The business specializes in maintenance which will always be a requirement.
The material used has been specially designed for the specific purpose for which it is required and delivered with an acceptable guarantee.
An existing client base/goodwill has been built over 13 years
Products are environment friendly and carry guarantees.

Weaknesses?
Bad weather ( Rain and wind) will effect your immediate performance but also bring you work in the long run.

Opportunities?
Bad weather does bring you additional work and more aggressive marketing will be to the advantage of the business. Many coastal factories and warehouses are fitted with asbestos sheeting and legislation to maintain these roofs should be policed properly.

This will create a huge opportunity for businesses in this trade

Threats?
Maintenance will always be a required service especially along the coast with our adverse weather conditions.

What is the reason for the sale?
To be discussed in more detail with approved buyers.

Why is this a good business?
This is an established and profitable business which provides an essential service for which there will always be a demand.