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SPECIALIST PLUMBING & DRAINAGE BUSINESS FOR SALE IN TOOWOOMBA

ACTION PIPECAM

Pipe relining is a niche market within the plumbing sector and an evolving industry. Purchasing a business with this technology has many benefits and can open doors to new groups of clients providing a major point of difference to your existing plumbing business. Services include:

CCTV drain cameras for inspection and service location, high pressure water jetting, periodical maintenance, and pipe repair solutions including Nuflow Pipe Relining.

KEY FEATURES

• Consistent work with existing client base • Established, well known, reputable business • Innovative and diverse in product • Over 10 regional councils in the area providing a good flow of reactive commercial work • Owner retiring – smooth transition assured • Full onsite training will be provided • Part of the Nuflow Group – access operational and technical support

Price: $449,000 includes ALL equipment, 3 fitted-out vehicles and stock at value. (Less cost than a start-up business of this type).

To learn more contact Mick Craig on 0417 778 587 or at mick@thefinngroup.com.au

WURTULLA PLUMBING CELEBRATES 30 YEARS OF MEMBERSHIP WITH MPAQ!

When Todd Fielder wanted to grow his existing business, Fielder Brothers Plumbing on the Sunshine Coast, he did some market research and found out that Wurtulla Plumbig and Drainage was one of the most well-respected service leaders in the area. From there, he took over Wurtulla Plumbing from Les O’Keefe and continues to make great strides with the business.

MPAQ President, Kent Vickers, and Les O’Keefe

Who founded the company and when?

It was started in 1987, and the company was formed in 1991 by Les O’Keefe, before it was taken over by Todd Fielder later on.

How has the company changed over the years?

The company has grown from a one-man band to a thriving business employing up to 50 people at times.

What does your company specialise in?

We specialise in commercial and domestic maintenance, roofing, and gasfitting, as well as construction plumbing.

How many people worked at the company when it started?

When the company started in 1987 there was only one person.

How many people work at the company now? How do you feel the industry has changed over the years?

The industry has become much more demanding, more regulated, and specialised. There have been many good changes within the industry over the years.

How has your membership with MPAQ helped the business over the years?

The membership has been like having a very valuable partner. It has been amazing to have someone who can help and assist with the knowledge in a vast variety of areas like WHS and Fair Work, debt collection, and general queries, which has assisted me to gain experience in the industry.

What are your future goals for the company?

To grow the commercial maintenance area, focusing on large corporate organisations as well as building the construction arm of the business.

Congratulations to Wurtulla Plumbing on reaching this milestone!

NEW MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEMBERS ANNOUNCED

On 30 November 2021, Kelvin Slade and Roy Walker were presented with Meritorious Service awards for their dedication, commitment, and service to Master Plumbers’ Association of Queensland and the industry more widely. Congratulations to Kelvin and Roy on this well-deserved recognition!

Kelvin Slade (left) with Kent Vickers (right), MPAQ President

Bob Kimlin (left) presenting Roy Walker (right) with his certificate.

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