Metro Rod (London Southeast): Franchise Resale Opportunity

Investment

Asking Price: £270k

Assets Available and priced individually:

• Staff: 4 (1 Administrative Staff Member, 3 Drainage Engineers
• Staff: 1 Admin member of staff and 3 drainage Engineers
• Territory: Dartford and surrounding areas – see full map and post code list
• Annual Turnover: £600,000
• Jobs Completed (2024): 2,000
  

Why This Opportunity?

An exciting opportunity to acquire an established Metro Rod franchise operating in the sought-after London Southeast region. This is a fully operational business with:

• A trained and dependable team
• A fleet of specialist drainage vehicles and equipment
• A consistent pipeline of work and strong operational foundations

The current owner has relocated overseas, creating an opening for a new franchisee to bring fresh focus and leadership to a territory rich in opportunity and already delivering solid performance.

Territory Overview: London Southeast

This franchise territory covers a vibrant and strategically located area, including Dartford, Bluewater, and neighbouring affluent suburbs. It benefits from:

• Close access to London and major commuter zones
• A mix of established residential communities and large-scale commercial operations
• Key business hubs including logistics centres and major brands like Amazon
• Excellent transport links via the M25, A2, and Dartford Crossing
• A wide mix of clients across commercial, residential, and industrial sectors
• The territory is well-positioned for consistent demand and offers further scope for growth.
  

Your Customer Base

This franchise serves a broad, dependable mix of clients including:

• National account work from Metro Rod’s central partnerships
• Local councils, housing associations, and property managers
• Facilities management and maintenance companies
• Construction, retail, hospitality, and logistics sectors
• Homeowners and landlords requiring emergency and planned drainage support

This diversified customer base offers ongoing work and multiple revenue streams, with opportunities to introduce additional services such as tankering, CCTV surveys, preventative maintenance, and civils projects.

What’s Included?

This is a complete business setup with everything you need to continue operations without interruption:

• A well-maintained fleet of branded vehicles available and priced separately
• Trained and experienced operational staff
• Full training provided to the new owner for a complete understanding of the business prior to take over
• 24/7 support

Why Choose Metro Rod?

Metro Rod is a trusted, national brand with over 45 years of expertise and the backing of Franchise Brands Plc, a group supporting 400+ franchisees across multiple sectors. As a Metro Rod franchisee, you’ll benefit from:

• Central marketing and sales support generating inbound opportunities
• 24/7 call handling and job scheduling
• Specialist business systems for efficiency and compliance
• Ongoing training and technical support
• A strong supplier network for cost-effective operations

Growth Potential

This is a stable and growing territory with plenty of untapped potential. You’ll gain access to:

• Heatmaps and customer data
• Industry benchmarking tools
• Growth planning resources from the Metro Rod support team

The wider network continues to show strong year-on-year growth, and this territory has room for further expansion across services and sectors.

Business Background

The London South East franchise has been carefully structured for long-term success. With the owner now overseas, the business needs a new leader to continue its journey. The operational framework, client base, and trained team are in place for a seamless transition.

Next Steps

This is a chance to take over a well-established drainage business backed by a nationally respected brand.

You’ll benefit from:

• An operational, consistent revenue stream
• Established client relationships
• A skilled team and well-equipped fleet
• Ongoing national support and marketing
• Entry into a resilient and essential service industry

Request the full financial pack and asset list to explore further.

If you’re ready to lead a business with firm foundations and clear opportunities for growth, this is one to seriously consider.