The Drain Guys
Financial Plan
Liquid capital
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Total investment
Total Investment to launch the business, including initial fees (£26,790)
The Concept
- Year of creation
- 2016
A hands-on drainage franchise serving commercial and domestic customers in your own postcodes
The Drain Guys provides emergency drain clearance and plumbing for domestic and commercial customers, along with CCTV drain surveys, home buyer drain surveys, drain cleaning and repairs, 24 hours a day. The business was established in 2016 by Gavin Dimmock, who had worked in the drainage industry for several years, and in 2019 began hiring staff and taking on larger contracts across the South East.
Around 70% of its work is commercial and 30% domestic, according to the company. Commercial clients include block and facilities management companies, schools, care homes and colleges, some of them on annual or twice-yearly preventative maintenance contracts, while domestic work is mostly emergency call-outs.
A franchise for people who will do the work
Unlike management franchises in drainage, The Drain Guys looks for franchisees who are happy to roll up their sleeves and carry out the work themselves, at least at the start. No drainage experience is required: the franchisor provides technical training to work as a drainage maintenance and repair specialist, alongside ongoing business training. Each franchisee receives exclusive rights to operate in their chosen postcodes, subject to availability.
The franchise was developed with the specialist consultancy The Franchise Company and solicitors affiliated with the BFA. Franchisees receive the brand’s website traffic, marketing materials and business planning support, including financial forecasting based on the company’s own model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Drain Guys franchise cost?
The initial franchise cost is £26,790, according to The Drain Guys. Equipment and tools, a van deposit and other start-up costs come on top, and the company estimates total start-up costs at £63,440.
How much can The Drain Guys franchisee earn?
The Drain Guys does not publish results from existing franchisees. Based on its own financial model, it says a well-run single-van operation can reasonably expect pre-tax profits of £60,000, and a well-run established multi-van operation £100,000 or more, after overheads and staffing costs.
Do you need drainage experience to open The Drain Guys franchise?
No. The Drain Guys says a background in drainage is helpful but not required, as it provides full technical training along with in-depth, ongoing business training.
Is The Drain Guys franchise hands-on?
Yes, at least at first. The company looks for franchisees who enjoy physical work and are happy to roll up their sleeves, providing the drainage service themselves in their local area.
Who are The Drain Guys' customers?
Around 70% commercial and 30% domestic, according to the company. Commercial clients include block and facilities management companies, schools, care homes and colleges, some on annual or twice-yearly maintenance contracts. Domestic work is mostly emergency call-outs.
Does The Drain Guys franchise come with an exclusive territory?
Yes. Subject to availability, franchisees receive exclusive rights to operate in their preferred postcodes, so they can run the business in their own local area.
Who founded The Drain Guys?
Gavin Dimmock established The Drain Guys in 2016 after several years in the drainage industry. In 2019 he began hiring staff and taking on larger work, growing the business across the South East.
How was The Drain Guys franchise developed?
With the specialist franchise consultancy The Franchise Company and solicitors affiliated with the British Franchise Association, according to The Drain Guys.
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