Chimney Sweep Franchise

Run your own van-based Chimney Sweep Franchise and benefit from positive cash flow, multiple revenue streams and repeat business. 

Established in 1895, the first franchisees joined the Wilkins Chimney Sweep brand in 2011. With fifteen (until you join them!) franchisees operating, the business model is proven up and down the UK and is now looking to ‘sweep’ across the country.

In 2018 Wilkins Chimney Sweep was purchased by Darren Taylor and joined Stumpbusters, Traas Pest Control, PVC Vendo and Thomas Cleaning in the Taylor Made Franchising group of franchises.

The Wilkins Chimney Sweep Franchise is now managed by a former franchisee, Richard Bryan, who is a member of the Association of Professional Independent Chimney Sweeps (APICS) and is a HETAS Approved Chimney Sweep. He brings with him his huge amount of knowledge and experience of the chimney sweeping business, to support all our franchisees on a day to day basis.

The Wilkins Chimney Sweep Franchise Opportunity:

Wilkins Chimney Sweep provides you with a multi-award winning business model which appeals to professionals looking to take control of their future by developing their own local van based Chimney Sweep Franchise business. 

“Wilkins are able to support franchisees through leveraging purchasing power and through offering support services that would normally be financially restrictive for a small business. By doing so it makes my business more profitable.

In addition to this, the knowledge base available to me on technical and commercial issues are extensive” John Baldacchino – Wilkins Chimney Sweep (West Cheshire)

“Whilst I enjoyed my previous employed role, I was constantly aware that I wanted a new challenge away from sales, as well as the opportunity to be my own boss. After lots of research regarding the different franchises available I discovered Wilkins Chimney Sweep” Adrian Steel – Wilkins Chimney Sweep (North Hampshire)

Was does the Wilkins Chimney Sweep Franchise offer?

• Positive cash flow - payment is typically received at each job
• Multiple revenue streams - enjoy a stable income throughout the year
  
• Repeat business - build a customer base to ultimately support multiple vans
• Market leading equipment - the best equipment and systems in the industry
• Recession resistant services - periodic cleaning services required year in, year out
  
• bfa accredited member - Wilkins practice and actively promote ethical franchising

Franchisees and their teams deliver a range of seasonal domestic and commercial cleaning services including:

• Chimneys of fireplaces and wood burner flues
• Supply and fitting of cages, caps and cowls
• Contracts with letting agents and landlords
• Pressure washing paths, patios and driveways
• CCTV inspections and surveys
• Car parks and walkway surface cleaning

The Investment

The franchise fee is ‘low’ at £5,000 plus VAT but there is additional investment in the training, kit, marketing launch, clothing, technology and van.

Your initial investment is £13,100 plus VAT and it is possible to borrow up to 70% of this initial investment through the major high street banks that have endorsed the Wilkins Chimney Sweep model.

Other financing options may be available for the right candidates.

Next steps…

If you are serious about becoming your own boss and building a saleable asset for your future then the Wilkins Chimney Sweep Franchise want to hear from you!

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