After months of soul searching I'm closing my business.
The past 12 months have been very difficult....trying to juggle work, running my business and the continuing deterioration in my mum's health and care needs.
To top it all off I've had to contend with two companies going bust, owing me in excess of £70k......a debt that has caused me many a sleepless night.
So I've decided.....with a very heavy heart to close my business.
So I'll be selling the business assets and shutting the doors. ..for the very last time....in 6 weeks...after fulfilling my commitment s to customers and suppliers.
Yesterday was one of the worst days of my life.......telling the lads to look for work elsewhere......some have been with me....through thick and thin...for 15+ years.
I wont be giving up the building trade completely. ..I'll still be on the tools but as a sole trader....less hassle.....less stress and less outlay.
A new chapter in my life will begin.......onwards and upwards...as they say.
I've had terrific support from friends on and off the forum (you know who you are)which has eased the transition. ....so a big thank you to those.