Summary
20 year Fire Protection Sales & Service business in Warragul. Strong recurring revenue, loyal clients and opportunity for expansion. Easy to run with smooth handover.
Net Profit
$160,000 pa
Location Details
Albert Road Warragul
Well-positioned factory in Warragul suitable for fire protection operations. Premises available to lease with favourable terms for the new owner.
Potential
There is excellent potential for growth under new ownership. Warragul and surrounding areas are expanding rapidly, with many new businesses requiring fire safety equipment and regular servicing in line with Australian Standards.
Opportunities include:
• Expanding into new regions or service contracts
• Adding staff to increase service capacity
• Developing an online presence and e-commerce sales
• Targeting new commercial and industrial clients
Skills
This business would suit a hands-on owner-operator or a technician looking to branch out independently. No prior fire safety servicing experience is required — just good communication skills, reliability, work ethic and attention to detail.
Hours
Flexible hours – approx. 40 hours per week (8am–5pm) with scope to adjust.
Lease
Factory premises available for lease – includes customer parking and space for equipment storage
Employees
Business currently operates with no employees, but there is clear opportunity to hire staff and accelerate growth.
Reason for Sale
The owner is retiring after 15 years of building and growing the business. With a strong client base and solid reputation, the business is well-established and positioned for continued growth under new ownership.
About the Business
This well-established fire protection sales and service business has been operating for over 20 years, providing essential safety services to a loyal and diverse customer base across Warragul and surrounding areas.
The business offers a complete range of fire protection sales services including:
• Servicing, testing, and refilling fire extinguishers (according to Australian standards)
• Sales of fire extinguishers, hose reels, fire blankets, and other fire safety equipment
• Licensed test station for pressure testing Cylinders
Most clients are long-term, repeat customers from a variety of industries, ensuring stable and consistent revenue. Work is primarily local, with occasional jobs up to 45 minutes away, providing an excellent work-life balance.
Key Features:
• Established reputation – trusted local business with 20+ years of history
• Strong profit – approx. $160,000 per year for a single owner-operator
• Low overheads – owner-operated with no employees currently required
• Flexible hours – approx. 40 hours per week (8am–5pm) with scope to adjust
• Training provided – no prior fire protection experience needed; full training and ongoing support available from the retiring owner
• Factory premises available for lease – includes customer parking and space for equipment storage
Growth & Expansion:
There is excellent potential for growth under new ownership. Warragul and surrounding areas are expanding rapidly, with many new businesses requiring fire safety equipment and regular servicing in line with Australian Standards.
Opportunities include:
• Expanding into new regions or service contracts
• Adding staff to increase service capacity
• Developing an online presence and e-commerce sales
• Targeting new commercial and industrial clients
Ideal Buyer:
This business would suit a hands-on owner-operator or a technician looking to branch out independently. No prior fire safety servicing experience is required — just good communication skills, reliability, work ethic and attention to detail.
Reason for Sale:
Current owner is retiring after 15 successful years and is committed to ensuring a smooth handover for the new owner.
History
Acquired in October 2010, the business has grown consistently under the current owner, with significant increases in both client numbers and profitability. The operation is efficient enough to allow the owner to enjoy 4–5 weeks of holidays annually.
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