More Than Loft Ladders, a storage franchise, is on their way to great success with a growing number of franchises across the UK. The business first opened in Bolton in 2017, installing loft ladders, hatches and boarding attics in homes across Lancashire. The idea was to create a concept that was like nothing on the market. The business was designed to create safe, easy-to-use and accessible storage spaces in residential homes across the country. This, combined with elite customer service, has put the franchise on the map. Franchisor Liam Hobbs started off as a franchisee and bought a More Than Loft Ladders franchise in 2013. Liam first began his career in motor trade where he developed his skills repairing vehicles and fixing cars. After eight years in the field, Liam decided to become a delivery driver at TNT, now FedEx. He enjoyed the day-to-day aspects of delivering goods and working in lower-tier management. As Liam rose up the ranks, he began to take on more senior positions and manage bigger teams. However, he didn’t enjoy the corporate aspects of management and the politics of an office environment.
So, he decided to quit his job and work as a security guard at his local Tesco. Liam had always wanted to become his own boss, so he went back to becoming a delivery driver for Warburtons and began to form his plan. In 2013, Liam stumbled upon More Than Loft Ladders and decided to own a franchise. More Than Loft Ladders specialises in turning unused space into cost-effective storage, and the idea appealed to Liam. “I knew I needed to be my own boss, so I started looking at franchises, it wasn’t long before I found More Than Loft Ladders,” Liam said. “I loved the concept and was excited to be their 2nd franchisee and be a part of a growing organisation when I joined in 2013.”
Just like with most businesses, Liam had to put in the grind to grow the franchise. But with sheer dedication and hardwork, Liam was able to build a reputation across the UK, expanding the franchise network to Derby and Sheffield. “The network didn’t grow as quickly as I had hoped and there was very little in the way of development from the franchisor. Despite this I grew my franchise from a man in a van operation to a managed business with 5 vans, it was then I began to wonder ‘what if’ the brand had someone who wanted to grow it.”
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