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Established Removals And Storage Business In Wiltshire For Sale

chippenham, Wiltshire, UK
Asking Price:
On request
Turnover:
On request
Net Profit:
On request

A well-established removals, storage and packing business based in Chippenham, Wiltshire, operating successfully since 2008.

The company provides domestic and commercial removals, local and long-distance transport, packing services, dismantling and reassembly, storage, piano removals and international removals across the UK and Europe.

The business has built a strong reputation throughout Wiltshire, particularly in Chippenham, Calne, Corsham, Swindon and the surrounding areas. It benefits from an established customer base, regular enquiries, repeat customers, online reviews and a professionally developed website.

The business operates from a conveniently located leasehold commercial unit in Chippenham, offering office, warehouse and storage facilities. The premises provide excellent access to the M4 and surrounding towns.

Depending on the final agreement, the sale may include removal vehicles, storage containers, specialist removal equipment, moving blankets, trolleys, ramps, piano-moving equipment, pallet trucks, office equipment, website, telephone numbers, customer records, branding and goodwill.

The business offers considerable potential for further growth through increased advertising, additional storage capacity, commercial contracts, international transport and expansion into nearby areas.

The owner is offering the business for sale due to relocation and other business commitments. A suitable handover period and operational support can be provided to ensure a smooth transition for the new owner.

This is an excellent opportunity for an existing removals company looking to expand into Wiltshire or for an experienced operator seeking an established business with vehicles, equipment, premises and a recognised local brand.

Property Information

Property:

Freehold

Living Accommodation:

no

Location:

The business is located on an established trading estate in Chippenham, Wiltshire, with convenient access to the M4, A350 and surrounding towns including Bath, Bristol, Swindon, Calne and Corsham.

The location is well suited to a removals, storage and transport business, providing good road connections for local, nationwide and international work. The premises are easily accessible for commercial vehicles and customers requiring storage or packing materials.

Premises Details:

The business operates from a leasehold commercial unit at Westpoint Business Park, Bumpers Farm, Chippenham.

The premises include warehouse and storage space, an office area, loading access and parking for company vehicles. The unit is used for the storage of customers’ household goods, removal equipment, packing materials and business administration.

The premises are conveniently arranged for operating a removals and storage company and may be available to the purchaser, subject to the landlord’s approval and agreement of lease terms.

Planning Consent:

The premises are currently used for warehouse, storage, office and removals business purposes.

Any purchaser should confirm the existing permitted use and planning classification with the landlord or local authority.

Business Operation

Management type:
This business is owner operated.
Expansion Potential:

There is considerable potential to expand the business further.

Opportunities include increasing online advertising, improving search engine marketing, developing relationships with estate agents and solicitors, securing additional commercial and office removal contracts, and expanding storage capacity.

A purchaser could also grow the international removals and European transport side of the business, introduce regular part-load services, develop additional packing services and target a wider area including Bristol, Bath, Swindon, Oxford and Gloucestershire.

Further vehicles and staff could be added to increase the number of removals completed each week. The established website, customer enquiry channels and local reputation provide a strong platform for future growth.

Competition / Market:

The removals industry includes a mixture of national operators, established regional companies and smaller man-and-van businesses.

The company competes successfully through its established local reputation, range of services, experienced team, specialist equipment, storage facilities, professional website and strong customer reviews.

The business is not dependent on price alone and regularly attracts customers seeking a reliable, insured and professional removals service. Continued investment in online marketing and customer service should help the business maintain its competitive position.

Reasons for selling:

The owner is selling due to relocation, family commitments and a desire to concentrate on other business interests.

The sale is not due to a lack of work, and the business continues to receive regular enquiries for removals, packing, storage and transport services.

Trading hours:

Monday to Friday: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm

Employees:
Additional removal staff or subcontractors are used when required, depending on the size and schedule of each removal.
Years established:
18

Other Information

Support & training:

The owner is prepared to provide an agreed handover and training period to assist the purchaser with the continued operation of the business.

Support may include an introduction to existing systems, suppliers, customers and advertising platforms, together with guidance on surveying properties, preparing quotations, planning removals, storage operations, vehicle scheduling and managing customer enquiries.

The owner can also provide practical operational assistance during the transition period. The exact duration and scope of the support will be agreed as part of the sale.

Inventory / Stock value:
£50,000
Relocatable:
This business can be relocated