Rainbow International Restoration & Cleaning

  • Rainbow International LLC
  • DWYR
1020 N. University Parks Dr.
Waco, TX 76707
  • (800) 280-9963 / (254) 745-2403

Established in 1981, Rainbow International Restoration & Cleaning is a global franchise organization providing residential and commercial restoration and cleaning services. Recognized by Entrepreneur magazine among its "Franchise 500," Rainbow International franchisees offer a broad range of damage restoration services (ranging from water, smoke and fire damage to carpet and upholstery cleaning and deodorization) to 330 locations worldwide. The new Rapid Structural Drying Network of Rainbow International has established a network of elite water loss mitigation franchises across the United States. Rainbow International is part of The Dwyer Group family of companies, which also includes Mr. Rooter, Aire Serv, Mr. Electric, Mr. Appliance, The Grounds Guys, and Glass Doctor.

Franchisor Background

Year Established: 1980

Franchising Since: 1981

Operating Units

Franchised Units 309 100.0%
Company-Owned Units 0 0.0%
Total Operating Units 309 100%

Geographic Distribution

USA 285 92.2% In 47 States
Canada 21 6.8% In 2 Provinces
International 3 1.0% In 1 Foreign Countries
Total 309 100%

Multi-Unit Operators

Multi-Unit Operators N/A
Franchises Owned by Multi-Unit Operators N/A

North American Unit Density

Density Units
Texas 30
Ohio 12
California 9

Registered in the following Registration States

California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District of Columbia

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Support and Training

General Information

IFA Member Yes
CFA Member Yes
Franchisee Association? Yes, is a member
Size of Corporate Staff 25
Site Selection
Assistance
Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance No
Financial Assistance Yes, Direct

Marketing Support

Co-Op Advertising Yes
National Advertising Yes
Regional Advertising Yes
Local Advertising Yes
Marketing Materials Ad Slicks, Brochures, Catalogs, Coupons/Rebates, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Radio Ads, Site Signs, Television Ads, Trade Show Exhibits, Videos
Additional Services: Grand Opening, In-House Marketing, Marketing Research, Newsletter, Online Extranet, Press Releases, Sales Strategies
Other Marketing Support Email Newsletter, SEO, Social Media, Website

Ongoing Support

Central Data Processing N/A
Central Purchasing N/A
Field Operation Evaluation Included
Field Training Included
Initial Store Opening Included
Inventory Control N/A
Franchisee Newsletter Included
Regional or National Meetings Included
800 Telephone Hotline Included

Training

Waco, TX 1 Day Classroom Training
On-Site 15 Days
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Financial Requirements

Investment

Minimum Net Worth $250K
Cash Investment $50K+
Total Investment $115.7-189.1K
Average Total Investment $195K

Fees

Initial Franchise Fee $28K/100K pop.
Average Franchise Fee $107K
On-Going Royalty 3-7%
Average Royalty 5%
Advertising Fee 2%

Site Information and Requirements

Average Number of Full-Time Employees 8
Average Number of Part-Time Employees N/A
Space Needs (in square feet) None
Preferred Site Types Free Standing Building, Storefront, Strip Center, Home-Based
Encourages Conversions Yes
Item 19 (Earnings Claim) Provided? Yes
Listed in the SBA Registry? No
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Franchisee Qualifications

Financial Net Worth 4
General Business Experience 3
Specific Industry Experience 1
Formal Education 1
Psychological Profile 3
Personal Interviews 5
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Terms of Contract

Term of Initial Contract 10
Term of Renewal Period 10
Passive Ownership? Not Allowed
Area Development
Agreements?
No
Sub-Franchisor
Contracts?
No
Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? Yes
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Expansion Plans

Projected New Units Over Next 12 Months 58
USA Yes, All United States
Canada No
Overseas No
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