A newly launched valeting franchise from the ChipsAway group is set for success. Megan Dunmore reports on PCC (Professional Car Cleaning) SUMMARY No. of franchisees: NEW LAUNCH Initial investment: £9,995 Franchisee profile: Hard working, self-motivated people who take a pride in their work, friendly, personable and not afraid to 'get your hands dirty'! No previous business experience required. Year established: 2005 Year franchised: 2006 Priority recruitment territories: Nationwide Former lighting engineer Terry Jones is the PCC pilot franchisee, and the bottom line is that he now earns around three times more than he did in his previous employment. Recently married, Terry has found the flexibility of being based at home has suited the change in his family life and he describes the PCC franchise as "excellent". Terry operates from a fully liveried, purpose-designed VW, equipped with a market leading integrated wash system, within a defined and protected territory with thousands of prospective customers. His PCC package also includes a tailored training programme with a dedicated sales & marketing module, promotional and marketing materials and his own personalised website. An extended marketing support package and advanced product training are among the additional options available. "You always make more money working for yourself rather than for an employer," he comments, "so I was really keen to set up my own valeting business. It has gone really well - so well in fact, that I have already taken on someone to help me cope with demand!" PCC has helped Terry develop contracts for his corporate customers, whom he visits on a weekly basis. The same contacts have led him to a number of individuals who use his services regularly. Terry believes that PCC's professional presentation, together with the comfort that the business is linked to ChipsAway, wins customer confidence at the outset. "ChipsAway is a well-established brand with over 350 franchises in operation across the UK," Terry affirms. "So although PCC is new, it comes with proven track record and solid credentials in the motor trade, which certainly helps 'open the door' to new accounts." Says ChipsAway Chairman Roger Wild: "The valeting industry has a reputation for being 'cheap and cheerful', but in our case product and service quality will not be compromised. We have invested substantially in the development of a comprehensive range of best-in-class valeting products, specially designed for exclusive use by PCC franchisees and service will be paramount. Terry's experience tells us that professionalism and reliability are by far the most important factors, and customers are prepared to pay a premium for a valeting service that is both professional and reliable, rapidly making it part of their weekly routine." Terry estimates he is able to process up to 10 cars a day, depending on the mix (services range from wash and vac, mini valet to full detailing). This equates to potential earnings of £50,000 per year for franchisees who are prepared to work hard. The new franchise was launched in January at the British Franchise Exhibition in Manchester, the strong package and highly competitive price of £9,995 attracting considerable attention. "We are delighted with the high level of interest from potential franchisees," Steve Bignell confirms. "Candidates will now be invited to attend one of our special 'Discovery Days', where they can find out more about the franchise and meet Terry Jones and the team. "Those seizing the opportunity to join the PCC network in its early stages will benefit not only from the impetus of a newly launched business from a respected franchisor, but also from a fantastic price for a great business package!" Presenting the professional valeting franchise from ChipsAway. Clean up with the fantastic new franchise package from leading franchise group, ChipsAway. Introduced to meet proven demand for professional and reliable valeting services, the all new PCC franchise offers hard working franchisees the opportunity to earn up to £1000 a week. Operating from a smartly liveried purpose designed VW, and using a specially developed range of high quality products exclusive to PCC, franchisees will also benefit from the industry experience, high profile brand and established customer base of its sister ChipsAway network.