PlumbLocal

Summary of Operation: Local Services is a multi-brand franchisor with five trade-based franchise opportunities:

Become a Plumber with PlumbLocal. Because of its poor reputation the plumbing and drainage industry is becoming highly regulated with customers placing a greater emphasis on trust. PlumbLocal not only ensures you have the right skills, qualifications and business system but also a recognised national brand that will give your customers peace of mind. The combination of a rising demand for qualified local plumbers and Local Services' national corporate clients mean that PlumbLocal is certainly a franchise with huge potential.

Become an electrician with ElecLocal. With the introduction of 'Part P', new electrical regulations for the home, the demand for qualified electricians has soared. ElecLocal will give you all the necessary skills and qualifications to comply with these new rules and regulations. All this is backed by our proven business model that we help you manage. Add to this Local Services' extensive marketing campaigns and national contacts and it's not difficult to see why ElecLocal is a franchise that can deliver a very prosperous future.

Become a gas installer with GasLocal. GasLocal is the only franchise in the UK that can train you to become a qualified gas boiler service engineer. The introduction of CORGI in December 1990 and the subsequent compulsory registration for gas installers has seen demand for qualified installers far exceed supply. The few recognised national companies who provide gas services often charge more than double that of local independent. This clearly demonstrates the value customers place on a reputable company such as GasLocal.

Become a tiler with TileLocal. With today's investment in high quality bathrooms and kitchens customers are now demanding the same quality in their tiling. This means good tilers are always in demand and this is reflected in their rates - TileLocal tilers charge up to £400 per day! With the backing of a trusted national brand and all the support you need you could soon become a skilled tiler earning a very good living. And when your business expands you can take on employees of your own!

Become a decorator with DecorateLocal. Our customers realise that only a professional will have the knowledge and expertise required to get the job done in a reasonable time and to a high standard. Whether it's updating tired decorations or keeping up with changing styles our customers both commercial and domestic are increasingly turning to the services of a professional decorator with a recognised brand. DecorateLocal could be just the opportunity you have been waiting for. You too could soon be earning up to £50k a year and considerably more with a multi-van operation!

Cost of Franchise: From £14,950 + VAT

Year Company Established: 1997

Year of First Franchise Owner: 2004