A drainage business operating a 24 hour-a-day, 365 day-a-year quality service serving domestic, commercial, industrial & utility markets.
The Drain Care and Repair Service Professionals
With more than 40 franchised outlets and a commitment to total quality of service, no one is better equipped to deal with drainage problems than Metro Rod .
For over 30 years Metro Rod has built an enviable reputation for outstanding customer service and the provision of leading edge drainage solutions.
When considering a franchise opportunity, you are looking for the backing of an experienced and successful company.
The range of services offered by the company is to say the least, extensive. It includes, High Pressure Water Jetting , CCTV Surveying, Electro-Mechanical Cleaning, Pipe Lining, Excavation & Repair, Tanker Jetting & Waste Disposal, Pre-Planned Maintenance and ‘Fatbuster’ fat digestion system.
Training and Support
All new Metro Rod franchisees are given a unique five-week initial induction programme, taking people from all walks of life and training them to deliver the ISO level service demanded by our customers. When you join Metro Rod, you are joining a successful network benefiting from excellent head office support.
Ongoing support is provided throughout the life of your Metro Rod franchise:
24 hour national customer call centre
Credit management facility
Marketing and Sales support
Technical Support
Start-up stationery and marketing pack
Ready-made commercial customer base provided by our established Key Accounts Sales Team
All Metro Rod franchisees are motivated individuals with the desire to succeed. Ideally, you will have had experience in managing people and be financially astute. You will also need good inter-personal skills and sales & marketing ability.
For new franchise sales your role within your business will start in a ‘hands on’ capacity, taking the role of a service engineer.
However, as your business develops you will need to take a more managerial role, focussing on providing a high level of customer service and developing your own business.
You can begin operating your business from home but the objective is to eventually move with your team to small industrial premises.
Financial Information
Depending on the territory available, the cost to start your own Metro Rod franchise business is broken down as follows:
Franchise Licence Fee = from £25,000 + VAT
Equipment - Van, high pressure water jetting machine/camera = £40,000 + ancillary equipment
NB. Up to 70% of the total franchise investment can be funded through the major clearing banks under various Franchise Finance Schemes.