Propriatary Marine Cleaning Service for Sale ~ No Competition!
Business Description
Established Marine Cleaning Service - 41 Years of Success
This unique proprietary sail and canvas cleaning business represents an exceptional opportunity in the marine services industry. Operating successfully since 1984, this turnkey operation has built a loyal customer base spanning the entire western United States with virtually no direct competition west of the Mississippi River.
Business Overview:
- Annual Revenue: $70,000
- Asking Price: $85,000
- Home-based operation with relocation flexibility
- Established customer relationships with sail makers, yacht brokers, and boat owners nationwide
- Proven recession and pandemic-resistant business model
Key Advantages:
- Proprietary cleaning methods developed over four decades
- Exclusive market position with no direct western competition
- Strong referral network including sail manufacturers who outsource cleaning to avoid contaminating repair equipment
- Yacht brokers utilize services as selling points for listings
- Seasonal schedule allows for vacation time during slower August-September period
- Peak business October through June aligns with boating season
Growth Potential:
- Significant expansion opportunities given lack of competition
- Franchise development possibilities
- National customer base already established
- Ability to relocate anywhere with proper facility requirements
Facility Requirements:
- Shop, barn, or light industrial building
- Hot and cold water access
- Proper drainage system
Includes comprehensive training in proprietary cleaning methods, ongoing consultation support, and potential assistance with industry introductions at boat shows. The seller is committed to ensuring a smooth transition and new owner success.
This lifestyle business offers consistent income, growth potential, and the satisfaction of serving the marine community with specialized expertise built over four decades.
This unique proprietary sail and canvas cleaning business represents an exceptional opportunity in the marine services industry. Operating successfully since 1984, this turnkey operation has built a loyal customer base spanning the entire western United States with virtually no direct competition west of the Mississippi River.
Business Overview:
- Annual Revenue: $70,000
- Asking Price: $85,000
- Home-based operation with relocation flexibility
- Established customer relationships with sail makers, yacht brokers, and boat owners nationwide
- Proven recession and pandemic-resistant business model
Key Advantages:
- Proprietary cleaning methods developed over four decades
- Exclusive market position with no direct western competition
- Strong referral network including sail manufacturers who outsource cleaning to avoid contaminating repair equipment
- Yacht brokers utilize services as selling points for listings
- Seasonal schedule allows for vacation time during slower August-September period
- Peak business October through June aligns with boating season
Growth Potential:
- Significant expansion opportunities given lack of competition
- Franchise development possibilities
- National customer base already established
- Ability to relocate anywhere with proper facility requirements
Facility Requirements:
- Shop, barn, or light industrial building
- Hot and cold water access
- Proper drainage system
Includes comprehensive training in proprietary cleaning methods, ongoing consultation support, and potential assistance with industry introductions at boat shows. The seller is committed to ensuring a smooth transition and new owner success.
This lifestyle business offers consistent income, growth potential, and the satisfaction of serving the marine community with specialized expertise built over four decades.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 41
- Employees
- 1 (1 Part-time)
- Currently Home Based
- Yes
- Facilities & Assets
- You will need to provide your own facility. Sales price includes cleaning equipment, supplies, Boat Show booth, business name, URL, client list of over 1,800, industry contacts, training (Home Based)
- Website
- https://www.cleansails.com
- Market Outlook / Competition
- This industry has consistent business with great room for expansion and growth. It has been found to be pandemic and recession proof! Typically slow months are August & September (go on vacation) and gets busy October - June! Great lifestyle!
- Opportunities for Growth
- There is great growth and/or franchise possibilities. There are no other sail & canvas cleaners west of the Mississippi!
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Retirement
- Transition Support
- After closing seller will train new owner in proprietary method of cleaning sails & canvas. New owner, with facility, can be up and running within 1 week. Ongoing consultation will be given as questions arise. This could include Seller attending a Boat Show and making customer/industry introductions. Seller wants you to succeed and will assure a smooth transition.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2417459
- Listing Views
- 9
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