Description of the business for sale
This is a turn-key opportunity with 2008 YP advertising already in place. After having established this local industry leader with awards and recognition in the community only four years ago, the owner has developed a growing business that is already returning 37% of revenue to owner s cash flow. The company markets window treatments including blinds, shades, shutters, tinting and drapery to new residential construction contractors and owners, renovations contractors and owners and commercial businesses. The business is supported by national print, television and internet marketing of a well known national brand. Local canvassing of builders, realtors and business owners builds local relationships and a good referral base. The current owner works a 40 hour week primarily selling and maintaining existing relationships. One part-time installer currently works approximately 30 hours per week. As referrals from satisfied customers grows, so does the business. Are you a people person ? Do you like interaction with a diverse customer base and the reward of referrals from satisfied customers? If so, then this is the business for you. You can work from home or set up a small store front. It s up to you.
Support / Training provided by seller
Transitional training will be provided as necessary. Additional training by the national office is required and will be paid by seller.
Description of the facilities
GROWTH: The company has been growing by establishing relationships with the sales staffs of new subdivisions, realtors, home builders and home renovations contractors. Having built a solid base in residential construction and decorating, the owner has begun to develop contacts in the commercial sector, which accounts for about 10% of the business now but requires fewer man-hours to manage.
COMPETITION: The market is strong and growing for this service. The business is located in a high income, low unemployment territory. There is not much consistent competition except from large box stores. Because of the national network the company ha strong buying power and can compete on price and service.
REASONS FOR SELLING: Diversification and debt reduction