The Astound Franchise Opportunity

Some key things that make an Astound franchise different to anyone else:

Our franchise territories already have a minimum of £24,000 of annual contracts in place
We use extremely advanced purpose built computer systems and software to keep everything centralised, transparent and efficient.
You and only you own the franchised territory and any leads generated by our multi thread marketing such as Radio, TV, Press & Online will come directly to you
We help you run your business and manage all invoicing and collections for you
Astound is a commercial cleaning company only, we do not provide any domestic cleaning

Why choose the Astound franchise opportunity?

Astound Cleaning Ltd represents a brand that has been built on quality, reliability and trust. These core values are represented by each of our valued employees and most importantly by our customers. Astound is not a low cost low value brand! It stands for high value at a reasonable price and our objection is to be recognised internationally as a quality standard in the commercial cleaning industry. We want to provide the best foundation, support and tools to make YOU successful, our aim is to help you build your territory as quickly and effectively as possible. Each van in your territory has the capacity to service between 100K and 150K per year in contracts, there are no limits on how many vans you can have or territories you could own... we believe that buying an Astound franchise will bring you real success and provide great job satisfaction and flexibility.

What we're looking for in a franchisee is

We are very selective over those we choose to work with as franchisee's to ensure the quality reputation we have built is maintained. You must be a hard working individual that has experience in meeting people face to face. You must be a good communicator and have a proven track record in sales or customer service driven roles. You will have an understanding of how to use the internet and basic software packages such as email (preferably MS Outlook, Word & Excel experience). You will be well organised and professional at all times. If this is you then please look further at how we make your investment work so you get the highest value and return.

How we make your investment work for you

Contracts in your territory worth a minimum of £24K per annum
Brand New Van fully wrapped with Astound logo and artwork to make you stand out with free insurance and 100 pound a month complimentary petrol allowance for the first year
Latest Concept2o Hot Water system with two heated outputs including all the accessories you will need
Lead Generation support by one of our telesales professionals for 1yr (2 week focus per month
Remote access to our central CRM (Client Relationship Manager) system with companies in your territory listed and qualified, Outlook email address and professionally created Email signature
Quality Control Manager for individual cleans worth over £500 and occasional spot checks
Google API technology - making it easy for you to manage your territory prospects by providing a live view on Google maps of your data and its status within the CRM
Training in Sales, Operations and Health & Safety
Benefit from Astound accreditations and affiliations such as the Federation of Window Cleaners, British Safety Council, Safe Contractor, Water for Africa and Co2balance.com
Case Studies in your Area (examples available on request)
Independent 'Close that sale' training course
Leads from our marketing site in your territory
Technical support and helpdesk facility to ensure your computer system runs smoothly
Online marketing in your territory using Google AdWords and Google organic search
Regular email newsletters sent from Astound to your contacts (examples available)
CRB Checked & registered with Criminal Record Bureau
Vehicle satellite tracking on every van
Uniform
1 Month hands on operational training
Sales Presentation training
Ongoing Directors Support
Marketing - Radio, TV, Online, Press, Awards
Ability to tender for large contracts and WIN through our experience and backing
3 months free meeting/appointment support
Invoicing & payment collections managed by Astound
Literature - 5000 Flyers, Letter Heads, Business Cards, Folders, PDFs
PR in your area - Press releases in local papers and media
Opportunity to 'hive' down and add a Van when you reach 120K in contracts

Remember we don't just do WINDOWS... If you buy a window cleaning franchise then you can also benefit from adding on additional cleaning services. These optional modular franchises will cover drain cleaning / jet washing / graffiti removal / builders cleans and general cleaning.

Window cleaning is the frame work, to gain us access to large contracts i.e hotels and large corporate establishments and the other cleaning items will help you boost franchise income if you choose to add them.

Don't have upfront capital to invest? Loans available - Franchise payment plans available with no payments for the first 3 months.

Option for us to buy your existing client base when you move to us!