Just Shutters franchise makes homes beautiful

Just Shutters became a franchise business in order to expand the company with people who had the same values

Through a combination of dedication and the property industry suffering in today’s economic climate, the Just Shutters home improvements business is booming.

If you are determined, hardworking, have a good eye for detail and are looking for a business opportunity to make money, become the boss of your own successful local business with Just Shutters.

Established

Just Shutters is the plantation shutter’s franchise established by Chris and Helen Rocker. Based in the south of England, their franchise has grown from strength to strength over recent years. They have built an incredible reputation for the exceptional standards of both their service and products.

Working solely with the world’s finest plantation shutters, bespoke to every window, customers are guaranteed the best quality and efficiency. The shutters are made to measure by skilled craftsmen before arriving for one of the team to fit. The devotion and commitment that Chris, Helen and their franchisees have put into delivering exceptional customer satisfaction is paying off, with nearly 40 per cent of business now coming from referrals and recommendations.

Franchising is a popular, proven way of starting a business and can be very rewarding. Just Shutters became a franchise business in order to expand the company with people who had the same values, so customers across the country could benefit from its renowned products and services. Through its success, Just Shutters has proven to be a recession-resistant company with a tried and tested business model endorsed by the British Franchise Association.

“Having been my own boss for 30 years, working for someone else did not appeal to me,” says Peter Holford, Just Shutters’ Guildford franchisee. “After looking around for some inspiration and looking at businesses for sale, I stumbled on Just Shutters. The business was very professional, the franchise package looked brilliant, the product is of a very high standard and the business prospects are very impressive. After doing some research I decided to go ahead - it was an easy decision for me.”

Dedicated

Chris is dedicated to carefully developing the business to ensure the highest possible standards of customer service and franchisee support. Franchisees are provided with a territory with exactly the same potential as the company’s highly successful template business in Bournemouth. With all the leg work done and a target market identified for you, it is a much more simple and a far faster route to becoming your own boss, not to mention the impressive reputation your business will already have.

Ian Beasley is a franchise owner who runs his successful Just Shutters business in the Reading and Thames Valley area. He invested in Just Shutters after searching for a change of career and a new challenge.“I chose to invest in Just Shutters because I liked the business model and the figures stacked up,” he explains. “I earned my initial investment back in a matter of months and I am delighted to report sales are continuing to grow and grow.”

You do not need experience of fitting shutters to become part of the Just Shutters brand and take on your own franchise territory. The Just Shutters’ team believes that personality and approach are far more important. If you are passionate, motivated and get enjoyment from working with a variety of people, this could be the perfect business opportunity for you.

Security

The major banks have recognised the security of the Just Shutters business model and will offer up to 65 per cent of the total investment (subject to status). You will need in total approximately £20,000 (inc VAT) to start your Just Shutters business. This covers the franchise fee, extensive training, equipment, systems and other costs to get your new business set up.

Andrew Cook, Just Shutters’ Exeter and South West franchisee, grabbed the business opportunity with both hands. He says: “After 10 years as a franchisee and business owner, I was looking for a better work-life balance in my next venture. I am delighted with my investment in Just Shutters and look forward to developing a multi-van business in my area.”