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A mobile repair and replacement service for window and door screens. Unique mobile workshop complete with all tools, materials and supplies including a portable generator and chop saw, allows franchisees to quickly take care of customers screen repairs at the customer's home. Very limited competition. High profit margins, low material costs.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1986
Franchising Since: 1988
Operating Units: |
| Franchised Units: | 22 | | 95.7% | | |
| Company-Owned Units: | 1 | | 4.3% | | |
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| Total Operating Units: | 23 | | 100% | | |
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Geographic Distribution: |
| U.S.: | 23 | | 100% | | In 1 States |
| Canada: | 0 | | 0% | | In 0 Canadian Provinces |
| International: | 0 | | 0% | | In 0 Foreign Countries |
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| Total: | 23 | | 100% | | |
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North America: |
| States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units: |
| Density | Units | | | | |
| 1. California | 23 |
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Virginia
Financial Requirements
Investment: |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $50K |
| Cash Investment: | $20-30K |
| Total Investment: | $44-73K |
| Average Total Investment: | $58K |
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Fees: |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $25K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $25K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 5% |
| Average Royalty: | 5% |
| Advertising Fee: | 0% |
Average Number of Employees: 1 Full-time, 3 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage): N/A
Preferred Sites: Home-based
Other Sites: Warehouse
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided? No
Listed in the SBA Registry? No
Support and Training
| International Franchise Association: | Yes |
| Canadian Franchise Association: | No |
| Franchisee Association/Member: | No |
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 3 |
| Site Selection Assistance? | Not Applicable |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | No |
| Financial Assistance? | Yes, Direct |
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Marketing Support: |
| Co-Op Advertising: | No |
| National Advertising: | No |
| Regional Advertising: | No |
| Local Advertising: | No |
| Marketing Materials: | None Specified |
| Additional Services: | None Specified |
| Other Marketing Support: | None Specified |
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On-Going Support: |
| Central Data Processing: | Not Applicable |
| Central Purchasing: | Not Applicable |
| Field Operation Evaluation: | At Additional Cost |
| Field Training: | At Additional Cost |
| Initial Store Opening: | Not Applicable |
| Inventory Control: | Not Applicable |
| Franchisee Newsletter: | Included in Fees |
| Regional or National Meetings: | At Additional Cost |
| 800 Telephone Hotline: | Included in Fees |
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Training: |
| 1. Walnut Creek, CA | 7 Days |
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Franchisee Qualifications
| Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): |
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| Financial Net Worth: | 3 |
| General Business Experience: | 2 |
| Specific Industry Experience: | 1 |
| Formal Education: | 1 |
| Psychological Profile: | 4 |
| Personal Interview(s): | 4 |
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Minority Representation
Units Owned by Minorities: |
| African-American: | 0 |
| Asian-American: | 1 |
| Hispanic: | 1 |
| Native American: | 0 |
| Other: | N/A |
| Specific Minority: | Although we strongly support the objectives of the NMFI, we do not yet have any specific programs in place at this time. |
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Terms of Contract
| Term of Initial Contract: | 10 Year(s) |
| Term of Renewal Period: | 10 Year(s) |
| Passive Ownership: | Allowed, But Discouraged |
| Area Development Agreements? | Yes, for 1 Year(s) |
| Sub-Franchising Contracts? | Yes |
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes |
Expansion Plans
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months: 5
| U.S.: | Yes, SE, SW |
| Canada: | No |
| Overseas: | No |
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