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Profitable Lawn Business With 475+ Customers In Cumbria For Sale

South Cumbria, Cumbria, UK
Asking Price:
£30,000
Turnover:
£56,076
Net Profit:
£27,000

Overview:
Acquired in February 2021, the Greensleeves South Cumbria franchise has demonstrated consistent growth and represents a lucrative opportunity for prospective buyers. With a substantial increase in both customer base and turnover, this established lawn care business is primed for further expansion.

Key Business Details:
This franchise has experienced natural growth driven by exceptional service and customer satisfaction. Over the past four years, active customers have increased from 280 to nearly 500, showcasing the effectiveness of the business model and the strength of customer referrals. With only 481 customers currently served from a target market of 711,095, indicating a penetration of only 0.6595%, there is immense potential for growth.

Financials:
Year 1: £42,063 (£13,000 Profit)
Year 2: £52,203 (£23,000 Profit)
Year 3: £56,076 (£27,000 Profit)
Year 4 £65,000 (Projection)

Current customer base: 481

Sale Details:
Asking Price: Offers around £30,000 for goodwill, with assets available for £2,500.
Reason for sale: Owner wishes to relocate.

Additional Information:
- The franchise benefits from a big market for lawn care services in the area with negligible competition, providing a solid foundation for future growth.
- Year-on-year financial growth demonstrates the business's resilience and potential for continued success, with a forecasted turnover exceeding £65,000 for the upcoming year.

→ Franchisee Benefits:
Comprehensive 10-day training program
Business systems training covers marketing, sales, job scheduling, customer service, and financial management
Technical training includes lawn care expertise, weed/disease identification, and equipment handling qualifications
Ongoing support from Business Development Manager
Full web-based management system and access to a comprehensive document library
→ Franchise Community, Awards and Recognition:
Greensleeves franchisee satisfaction award from WorkBuzz (5-star rating, 2022)
Proud member of the BFA for over 15 years
Peer-to-peer support from a community of over 100 franchise owners
The UK’s most trusted Lawn Care provider, with a 4.8/5 rating on Trust Pilot.

→ Financing Options:
Up to 70% Financing Available through Franchisor's lending partners

This Greensleeves franchise offers a unique opportunity to step into a well-established business with an existing customer base. The right owner could come into this business see massive growth and revenue, along with extensive training and ongoing support, this is your chance to be part of the award-winning Greensleeves network in one of the most promising territories in South Cumbria. Don't miss out on the potential for exceptional returns on your investment.

Property Information

Property:

Freehold

Location:

South Cumbria

Premises Details:

This business can be run from home.

Business Operation

Expansion Potential:

Greensleeves franchisees are growing every year. Average franchisee's are turning over £155,000 a year, with top performing franchisee's turning over in excess of £400,000 a year

Competition / Market:

As the UK's #1 most trusted Lawn Care brand, there is no like-for-like competition. Other competitors may operator in the area.

Material competition may exist in the lawn care field but due to the unique skill sets of the organisation utilising the latest technology and techniques there is no direct competition with the same technology

Reasons for selling:

Owner wishes to relocate away from Cumbria

Trading hours:

Typical business hours - Monday to Friday.

Employees:
0
Years established:
2021

Other Information

Support & training:

Greensleeves provides quality and effective franchisee training and support. You'll start with a two-week induction course, preparing you to start making sales, and then benefit from in-territory support to grow and manage your business from dedicated business development managers

Financing available:

Up to 70% funding available through approved funding partners including major banks.

Home based:
This business can be run from home.