The Business
An opportunity to acquire a well-established and reputable supplier of premium kiln-dried and seasoned hardwood logs, kindling and complementary fuel products throughout the the Midlands Region.
An opportunity to acquire a well-established and reputable supplier of premium kiln-dried and seasoned hardwood logs, kindling and complementary fuel products throughout the the Midlands Region.
The business has built a strong brand presence, loyal repeat customer base, and reputation for quality, sustainability, and reliable service.
Revenue from the Firewood side of the business is circa £600,000 per annum, generating a profit before owners costs of £135,000pa.
An easily managed business as payment split is approximately 70% on line, 27% credit card and 3% direct payment.
1 full time member of staff and a large collection of part time for when we need them for peak season.
The business currently operates from the owners farm and a new negotiable term lease is available to a new owner.
Customer Base
The business boasts an extensive and loyal customer base including:
Domestic homeowners
Holiday lets and lodges
Hospitality venues
Outdoor cooking and leisure customers
The business provides a key service offering premium delivery and stacking, enhancing customer retention and increased order values.
Market Drivers that will support the growth of the business moving forwards are:
Rising domestic energy costs
Increased installation of wood-burning stoves
Regulatory preference for certified “Ready to Burn” fuel
Growing demand for renewable heating solutions
Growth Opportunities
Geographic expansion
Development of commercial contracts
Increased digital marketing
Product range extension
Wholesale and trade partnerships
Transaction
This is an asset and goodwill sale. The vendor, a Limited Company operating with other non-competing trading lines is looking to sell the Firewood side of the business as a going concern.
This opportunity would suit trade buyers, bolt-on acquisitions, or owner-operators seeking a scalable and cash-generative enterprise in a resilient market sector. The resilience of the business is demonstrated by excellent growth currently under the huge economic pressures of increasing fuel costs created by the unrest in the Middle East.
Further information available subject to NDA.
Key features:
- Established ownermanaged business
- Resilience to economic uncertainty resulting from the Middle East Unrest
- Profitable with consistent seasonal demand
- Strong repeat customer base
- Premium kilndried hardwood logs
- Local, sustainable timber sourcing
- Ecommerce enabled ordering system
- Inhouse delivery fleet with stacking service
- Excellent online reputation
