We acquire
founder-built
trade businesses.
A private acquisition group. North of England and Scotland.
Three brothers building a group of essential services businesses.
Hartley Capital Group is a private acquisition vehicle founded by three brothers acquiring trade businesses across the North of England and Scotland.
We acquire directly from founders. No brokers. No intermediaries. We move at a pace that suits the seller.
Who we acquire.
Essential services. Recession-resilient, demand-led, deeply embedded in local markets.
Electrical Contractors
Commercial and industrial electricians, testing and inspection, EV and smart installation.
HVAC & Air Conditioning
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning installation and maintenance.
Mechanical & Plumbing
Commercial plumbing, heating and mechanical services. Businesses with ongoing maintenance contracts alongside project work are particularly attractive.
M&E Contractors
Multi-trade mechanical and electrical businesses with an established client base and reliable recurring revenue.
A buyer who has been on the tools.
Over 10 years in the trade and 15 years in financial services means we understand these businesses from the inside. We are not financial buyers learning your sector from a spreadsheet.
Ready for a quiet conversation?
Twenty minutes. No pressure. You leave the call with our honest view — nothing more, nothing less.