Colourfence

Sharone finds success with Colourfence

19th January 2009

Colourfence Franchisee Sharone Freed, discussed joining unique Fencing Supply and Installation Franchise Colourfence, what made him become a franchisee, and how his business has developed with support from the Colourfence franchise team.

Why did you decide to look into Franchising?

“I didn’t! I was a sales executive for the RAC and I was looking for a fencing solution for my own home that was different to traditional timber. Looking online I came across Colourfence and researched it as a customer. I then met with Mark Stewart Woods and his team and was so impressed with the product and the people that when I learned it was available as a franchise in my area I had to go for it.”

What appealed most about the Franchise?

“The quality and the exclusivity of the product, plus the fact that apart from timber there is no direct competitor. Also the passion and experience of the people behind the business was big plus. The legal documentation was drawn up by one of the UK's leading franchise solicitors and the prospectus was clear and didn’t over promise. The fact that Colourfence are an associate member of the BFA gave me confidence in the integrity and ethics of the company and backed up my over all positive feeling”.

What training did you receive?

“The training program was tailored to what skills I had and where I needed to grow. As I already had a strong background in sales and administration we focussed the training on the operational side of installing and erecting the fencing, and of course Colourfence Customer Service”.

What support have you received?

“As well as initial training there is a support team at Head Office for whatever help I need. Whenever I have a question I know that advice is just a phone call away. They have exceeded their obligations to me”

Has it been a challenge to generate business?

In my first month of trading I exhibited at a local garden show from which I secured my first three customers. Further business was generated through a combination of leaflet drops, local advertising, (both subsidised by Colourfence) and national advertising by head office. As my business has grown I now get an increasing number of referrals by happy customers”

Are you on target to meet your business plan?

“When I first startedI had a realistic plan target for my first year. I achieved this target within the first nine months of trading and I am currently 29% up on plan with two months of my first year left to go.”

What do you enjoy most about your franchised business?

“I enjoy being my own boss……even though I am probably the toughest boss I have worked for! My goal is to add a couple of vans and a team of employees to build a substantial business and a secure future for my family.”

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Franchise Information

BFA Membership Status
Associate

UK Years Established
6 years

Current UK Coverage
20%

Franchisee Support Staff
6

Personal Investment Req.
£10,000

Total Startup Cost
£25,000 approx

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