Business Description

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, and Glass Doctor.

Franchisor Background

Year Established:  1980

Franchising Since:  1981

Operating Units:
Franchised Units:	179	100%
Company-Owned Units:	0	0%
Total Operating Units:	179	100.0%
Geographic Distribution: U.S.: 165 92.2% In 40 States Canada: 7 3.9% In 2 Canadian Provinces International: 7 3.9% In 0 Foreign Countries   Total: 179 100.0%

North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:

Density	Units
1. California	9
2. Ohio	12
3. Texas	30

Registered in 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

Financial Requirements

Investment:
Minimum Net Worth:	$175K
Cash Investment:	$45K
Total Investment:	$103.9-165.1K
Average Total Investment:	$134K
Fees:
Initial Franchise Fee:	$22K
Average Franchise Fee:	$48K
On-Going Royalty:	4-7%
Average Royalty:	4%
Advertising Fee:	2%

Average Number of Employees: 8 Full-time

Space Needs (in square footage):

Preferred Sites: Free-standing Building, Storefront, Strip Center, Home-based

Other Sites:

Encourage Conversions? Yes

Earnings Claims Provided?: No

Franchisee Qualifications
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important):
Financial Net Worth:	3
General Business Experience:	3
Specific Industry Experience:	1
Formal Education:	1
Psychological Profile:	3
Personal Interview(s):	5
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?	No
Sub-Franchising Contracts?	No
Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory?	Yes
Support and Training
International Franchise Association:	Yes
Canadian Franchise Association:	Yes
Franchisee Association/Member:	Yes, Member
Size of Corporate Staff:	600
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, Coupons/rebates, Direct Mailers, Radio Ads, Television Ads, Trade Show Exhibits
Additional Services:	Grand Opening, In-house Marketing, Newsletter, Online Extranet, Press Releases
Other Marketing Support:	None Specified
On-Going Support:
Central Data Processing:	Not Applicable
Central Purchasing:	Not Applicable
Field Operation Evaluation:	Included in Fees
Field Training:	Included in Fees
Initial Store Opening:	Included in Fees
Inventory Control:	Not Applicable
Franchisee Newsletter:	Included in Fees
Regional or National Meetings:	At Additional Cost
800 Telephone Hotline:	Included in Fees
Training:
1. Waco, TX	4 Days (eight monthly, yearly)
Expansion Plans
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months: 58 U.S.: Yes, All United States Canada: Yes, All Canada Overseas: Yes, Japan, Middle East, Europe, Latin America	Request Franchisor Info   Submit an online form to receive information from Rainbow International Restoration & Cleaning.   •  Coupons   •  Promotional Items