Aldes Business Brokers

Summary

This unique window cleaning system is hassle free, compact and extremely effective as well as being up to 50% faster than traditional window cleaning methods.   Water fed poles can reach as high as 20 meters, thus eliminating ladders and scaffolding.  This is a fantastic work from home business.  Licences are available in Houtbay, Noordhoek, Fishhoek, Muizenberg & Simonstown. Set up cost of R130 000 + VAT

1. History Background

Fully describe the business's activities

Established in 2007 this concept was first used in the 1960's in the USA but is relatively new to South Africa. What makes this window cleaning system unique is that there are no chemicals used. Only treated water which is sent through a water fed pole system that can reach up to 26 metres in height. Purified water is pumped through jets in the brush at the end of the pole and sprayed on to the window. The water is pumped through jets in the brush at the top of the pole and then sprayed on to the window. The brush gently agitates the window and this loosens the dirt from the glass and frames which is in turn is flushed away by the treated water.

How long has the business been established

Business was established in 2007 and targets large residential estates, where a majority of the properties are double story dwellings, as well as business and industrial premesis. There are two options A fully equiped and liveried panel van (cost R115,000) or a fully equiped and liveried trailor (cost R130,000) Prices do not include van

How long has the owner had the business

Since 2007.

What steps are in place to solve "load shedding" problems

Not applicable

2. Present Market

How does the business operate on a daily basis

Water fed pole systems are used for cleaning windows, signage and cladding up to 15 metres in height without using ladders, scaffolding, or expensive cherry pickers.The poles are telescopic and can reach to 15 metres. Only pure water allows for spot free cleaning and tap water must be treated to remove all impurities to clean the windows.

How are the clients attracted to the business

Clients are attracted by advertising and by observing the units in use. There are no ladders or scaffolding required, the system is 50% quicker than conventional methods. It is therefore cost effective.

What Advertising/Marketing is carried out

Leaflet promotion, advertising, on site demonstrations

Does the business have any contract work

Contracts are to be established with clients.

What competition exists

There are many window cleaning services available, but few have access to this system

3. Financial

Is the business VAT Registered

Owners are advised to VAT register

Are there up-to-date Management Accounts available

The figures provided are projections based on conservative reviews of actual accounts of the current owner.

What Balance Sheet and Income Statements are available

Owner is willing to share this information during due diligence. The figures shown in this report are projections based on actual figures of the distributor.

What percentage of of the business is cash/credit

Mainly Cash

4. Staffing

What is the total staff complement

Projections and cash flow are based on 1 driver operator, and 1 owner operator and reflect the experience of the current distributor

5. Premises

When does the current lease end

Since all work is carried out at the premises of the client, this is an ideal work from home opportunity

6. Assets

Is a full asset list on file

Upon becoming a licensee of this business setup will consist of the following and is included in the purchase price; Filtration Unit, Home installation of tank, fully fitted and liveried trailor or installation into a panel van. All equipment required to make this a turnkey operation

Are any items not included in the sale

Additional marketing will be carried out centrally and will be supported by a monthly contribution from the licencees.

What is their overall condition

Equipment will be provided new, with livery

7. S.W.O.T. Analysis

Strengths

Unique window cleaning business that has limited contribution, easy to manage, low overheads.

Opportunities

This is an easy business to grow by adding more units and more operators.

8. Reason For Sale

What is the reason for the sale

The owner is looking for licencees around South Africa

9. Conclusion

Why is this a good business

Simple to operate, easy to run, good support from the distributor, demonstratable income and profits