This move followed the retirement of Ovenu Jersey’s previous franchisee, leaving islanders without an option for oven cleaning.
Heath Kearns suggested that his son, self-employed plumber Danny, explore the business opportunity after being unable to get his own oven cleaned.
Danny joked: “I’m not sure whether it was because it is a fantastic business opportunity or that he just wanted his oven cleaning, either way it’s a win-win situation for both of us.”
Looking for a more flexible work-life balance so that he could spend more time with his children, Danny saw the business potential.
After completing a week-long training course, he relaunched Ovenu Jersey and quickly secured a week’s worth of bookings.
Pictured: Danny Kearns with his father and first customer, Heath.
Rik Hellewell, founder and managing director of Ovenu, praised Danny’s transition: “Having been a plumber experienced in running his own business, Danny has many transferable skills, which not only includes his technical expertise but his passion for delivering a top quality service.”
The Ovenu process involves dismantling key components, placing them in design-registered tank equipment, and using safe, non-caustic, and biodegradable products to clean oven parts. This leaves ovens in a “near showroom condition”.
The service extends to conventional ovens, hobs, extractor hoods, microwaves, range cookers, and more.
