Posted:05-November-2025
The roof's the limit - mother and son duo bring More Than Loft Ladders to Portsmouth and West Sussex
A dynamic new family-run franchise is climbing high on the south coast! Energetic mother-and-son pair Lynette and Chris Turner have officially launched their More Than Loft Ladders (MTLL) franchise, covering Portsmouth and West Sussex – and they’re ready to raise the roof on local loft access.
This new venture marks the first time Lynette and Chris have gone into business together, combining their talents to build something truly special. “We’ve talked for years about running a business as a family,” explained Lynette. “When Chris was exploring his next career move, and I was looking for something flexible that fits around my role as a foster parent, we started searching for the perfect fit – and More Than Loft Ladders just ticked every box. After speaking with the team, we were completely sold!”
With Lynette’s solid background in finance, banking and investment, and Chris’s hands-on experience as a home renovator and tradesman, the pair are a perfect match for MTLL’s blend of craftsmanship and customer care.
In fact, they both stumbled upon the same franchise completely independently. “We were both looking at trade-based franchises,” shared Chris. “Mum came to me saying she’d found this amazing franchise, More Than Loft Ladders – which turned out to be the same franchise that I was going to recommend! You couldn’t have a clearer next step!”
Franchising with MTLL offered the security of a proven business model with the freedom to grow it their own way – the best of both worlds.
With MTLL’s supportive franchise system, strong operations and lively network, the Turners are thrilled to be building a business that works for their lifestyle and long-term ambitions. “The flexibility of running our franchise was a huge benefit for me,” added Lynette. “I can work from home while Chris is out and about, which means I can still dedicate time to the foster children I care for. A far cry from my demanding career in finance! I can utilise my business acumen whilst also investing time and money into a business on my own terms. It’s been our dream to launch a family-run business, and MTLL has made that a reality for us.
“Also, having that proven template and people who’ve already been there and done that in the network gives you real peace of mind. I think I speak for both me and Chris when I say we’re really excited to learn, ask loads of questions and make the most of the support around us.”
And they’re already thinking big. “We’re committed to growing,” said Chris. “More customers, a bigger team and over time expanding our reach to different territories. The sky – or the roof! – is the limit!”
Liam Hobbs, founder and franchise director of More Than Loft Ladders, is delighted to welcome the pair to their growing network. “Lynette and Chris are exactly what we’re all about at More Than Loft Ladders. They’re motivated people wanting to build a business that benefits others. We love their enthusiasm and can’t wait to help them scale in Portsmouth and West Sussex.”
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