BFS- Retailer and Installers of Gas and Electric Fires
About the Company This business retails and installs a wide range of multi fuel stoves and a large selection of fires and fireplaces. The fireplaces are on display in the company showroom and feature surrounds in Cotswold Stone, Timber, Limestone, Granite and Slate. Founded in , the business has enjoyed sustained growth, attributed in part to being located in one of South Englands busiest garden centres, which attracts three million visitors per annum. The company use only Gas Safe or HETAS registered engineers and operate a maintenance agreement for its customers of which there are currently circa on its database. Equipment: All associated tools of trade are included in the sale, along with one van. Customer Service: A substantial volume of new business comes from referals and the company prides itself on its customer care reputation. Expansion Potential The company has recently expanded into an online sales only presence and is proving very successful and should substantially enhance the turnover and related profits. Support & Training The directors are willing to stay on in order to facilitate a smooth handover and would be available to stay if required by separate negotiation. Premises Occupying a retail space of circa sq ft, the showroom is in a prime position within a major garden centre which attracts approximately 3 Million visitors per annum. There is also a large warehouse storage unit with a fully equipped Service Office. Employee Strength An experienced team is employed who can fully advise customers. There are 3 Directors 1 full time sales person, 1 full time apprentice, 2 full time installation (1 employed and 1 self employed), 1 part time sales person, 1 part time Service Administrator based at the Service Office and 1 retired casual worker (1,2 or 3 days per week) at the warehouse.