Metro Rod (Southampton): Franchise Resale Opportunity

Investment

• Asking Price: £1.1 million
• Assets Included: Staff: 14 (Engineers, Civils, Admin, HGV Drivers, Operations Manager)
• Territory: Southampton & surrounding areas
• Turnover (2024): £1.54 million
• Jobs Completed (2024): 6,500
• Growth Rate: Consistent 20% year-on-year growth across the Metro Rod network.

Why This Opportunity?

A rare chance to acquire a high-performing Metro Rod franchise with an established track record, trained team, and a comprehensive fleet of specialist vehicles and equipment.

This isn't a new start it's a profitable business in full swing with robust operations, a strong customer base, and ongoing growth.

The Southampton territory has been meticulously developed to deliver over £1.5 million in annual turnover, backed by experienced staff and a substantial portfolio of repeat clients.

Whether you're an experienced business operator, investor, or sector professional, this is a ready-to-run, revenue-generating operation with further room to scale.

Territory Overview: Southampton

Southampton is a dynamic and fast-growing city with a population of over 250,000 and direct links to major industries, ports, and infrastructure projects. This region benefits from:

Significant property portfolios including housing associations, student accommodation, and commercial real estate.

• Excellent transport links (M3, M27, major port access)
• A broad range of business sectors requiring ongoing drainage services
• High volume of infrastructure, retail, and hospitality sites

The territory offers stable, recurring demand across domestic, commercial, and industrial sectors, making it one of the most desirable Metro Rod franchise areas in the UK.

Your Customer Base

Metro Rod Southampton benefits from a broad and reliable customer mix, including:

• National account contracts via Metro Rod’s central partnerships
• Local authorities and housing providers
• Facilities management companies
• Construction firms and developers
• Commercial premises (restaurants, hotels, offices, industrial sites)
• Domestic customers via emergency callouts and planned maintenance
  

This balanced mix creates ongoing income streams, allowing you to build relationships, deliver consistent service, and explore upselling opportunities like preventative maintenance, tankering, and specialist civils work.

What’s Included?

This is a turnkey operation, complete with a wide-ranging and high-value fleet of vehicles, jetters, CCTV equipment, lining tools, and more.

• A full asset breakdown is available upon request.
  

Why Choose Metro Rod?

Metro Rod is a market-leading brand with over 45 years of experience and part of Franchise Brands Plc, a group with 400+ franchisees across multiple sectors.

• As a Metro Rod franchisee, you benefit from:
• Centralised sales & marketing: Generating national contracts and local leads
• Technical support & training: Keeping your team compliant and ahead of the curve
• 24/7 call handling: So you never miss an opportunity
• Custom systems & job management software: Streamlining operations
• Established supplier network: For cost efficiencies and expert support

Growth Potential

The business is performing strongly, but the territory still offers significant areas for growth. Heat maps, data and huge amount of industry insights will support the new owner in realising its potential.

The network-wide growth trend (20%+ year-on-year) supports your ability to take this profitable operation even further.

Business Background

Metro Rod Southampton has been strategically built with the future in mind. Richard the owner now wishes to retire to enjoy time with his family. The business structure, team, and tools are all in place for a seamless handover and continued success. With operational efficiency, a full fleet, and experienced personnel, it’s an ideal acquisition for a buyer looking for an established business in a growth market.

Next Steps

If you're ready to invest in a thriving drainage business backed by a national brand, this opportunity is not to be missed.

You’ll benefit from:

• A trading, profitable business
• Longstanding client relationships
• Skilled staff and specialist equipment
• Metro Rod’s national support structure
• A recession-resilient, essential service model
  

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