Ovenu

Months of uncertainty surrounding international travel and a heightened awareness of hygiene during the pandemic has created a huge demand for the services of oven cleaning franchise, Ovenu.

Founder and managing director Rik Hellewell reports the majority of its more than 120 franchises throughout the UK are experiencing an extremely healthy level of advanced bookings.

As a result, several franchisees have taken on sub-contractors in recent months to cope with the increased demand, while those launching in new territories have been able to hit the ground running.

Rik said: “Ever since the start of the year Ovenu has seen a high demand for its services, and there has been no let up.

“The months of uncertainty surrounding international holidays, meant many opted for shorter staycations or weekends away, which meant they had more money to spend on the home and garden

“Many people have also been spending more time in their homes, which has included a new-found love of home cooking and baking. As well as ovens being used much more regularly, the pandemic has contributed to a greater appreciation of the importance of hygiene

“The summer months are normally less busy as clients jet off to more exotic climes, but this summer has rivalled Christmas in terms of peak bookings.

“Our franchisees were also able to quickly instil confidence among their clients by following strict Covid-secure procedures.

“Many of our franchises have had no let up in demand since Christmas, with many being booked up a month or more in advance.

“In addition to regular clients, our franchisees have also welcomed many new customers. That has caused several to take on sub-contractors, while those starting a business from scratch have hit the ground running in terms of being able to quickly establish a healthy customer base.

“The big question is whether this is a long-term trend of a temporary pandemic- inspired blip. I’m optimistic that the renewed interest and appreciation in home cooking and hygiene is something that is here to stay.

“Ovenu has also been able to capitalise on the demand because it is a trusted market leader, with additional business gained through personal recommendation.”

That was highlighted earlier this year when more than 80 Ovenu franchisees were honoured by online review platform Trustist during its inaugural awards.

A total of 37 franchisees won a Diamond accolade in the Trustist Top Performing Franchisee category, ten won Gold, 17 Silver, and 18 Bronze – all based on their excellent client reviews.

Rik added: “Ovenu continues to attract interest from those looking to take on a franchise and I’m convinced that this is due not only to a great business model, but the level of training and ongoing support they receive – not only in cleaning ovens, but in running a business.”

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Notes to editors:

Ovenu is the leading UK and international domestic oven cleaning and valeting specialist.

All cleaning products used by Ovenu are environmentally friendly, bio-degradable and conform to the latest government REACH regulations. Ovenu’s Carbon Remover is also approved by the Vitreous Enamel Association.

The Ovenu valeting process involves dismantling key components of an oven and placing them into design-registered equipment, which uses non-caustic products to clean the oven parts. Ovenu is a full member of the Approved Franchise Association (AFA.)