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| Surface Specialists Systems 621-B Stallings Rd. Matthews, NC 28105 |
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Business Description
SURFACE SPECIALISTS franchisees specialize in repairing and refinishing kitchen and bathroom surfaces. These surfaces include acrylic spas, fiberglass tubs and showers, porcelain tubs, cultured marble, Formica countertops, and PVC/ABS (plastic). Become a factory authorized warranty service provider for more than 34 manufacturers nationwide. We are the only franchisor in the industry providing full service to the new construction market. Excellent opportunity of high profit potential at low investment.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1981
Franchising Since: 1982
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota
Financial Requirements
Average Number of Employees: 2 Full-time, 2 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage): 300
Preferred Sites: Home-based
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes
SURFACE SPECIALISTS franchisees specialize in repairing and refinishing kitchen and bathroom surfaces. These surfaces include acrylic spas, fiberglass tubs and showers, porcelain tubs, cultured marble, Formica countertops, and PVC/ABS (plastic). Become a factory authorized warranty service provider for more than 34 manufacturers nationwide. We are the only franchisor in the industry providing full service to the new construction market. Excellent opportunity of high profit potential at low investment.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1981
Franchising Since: 1982
| Operating Units: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Franchised Units: | 44 | 100% | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Company-Owned Units: | 0 | 0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Total Operating Units: | 44 | 100.0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
| Density | Units |
| 1. Florida | 4 |
| 2. Minnesota | 6 |
| 3. Wisconsin | 6 |
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota
Financial Requirements
| Investment: | |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $90K |
| Cash Investment: | $10-15K |
| Total Investment: | $26-38K |
| Average Total Investment: | $32K |
| Fees: | |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $21K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $21K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 5% |
| Average Royalty: | 5% |
| Advertising Fee: | NA |
Space Needs (in square footage): 300
Preferred Sites: Home-based
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes
| Franchisee Qualifications | |||||||||
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): | |||||||||
| Financial Net Worth: | 4 | ||||||||
| General Business Experience: | 4 | ||||||||
| Specific Industry Experience: | 2 | ||||||||
| Formal Education: | 3 | ||||||||
| Psychological Profile: | 4 | ||||||||
| 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: | No | ||||||||
| Canadian Franchise Association: | No | ||||||||
| Franchisee Association/Member: | No | ||||||||
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 2 | ||||||||
| Site Selection Assistance? | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Financial Assistance? | Yes, Direct | ||||||||
| Marketing Support: | |||||||||
| Co-Op Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| National Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Regional Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Local Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Marketing Materials: | Ad Slicks, Brochures, Coupons/rebates, Promotional Items, Videos | ||||||||
| Additional Services: | In-house Marketing, Newsletter, Online Extranet, Sales Strategies | ||||||||
| Other Marketing Support: | None Specified | ||||||||
| On-Going Support: | |||||||||
| Central Data Processing: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Central Purchasing: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Field Operation Evaluation: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Field Training: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Initial Store Opening: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Inventory Control: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Franchisee Newsletter: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Regional or National Meetings: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| 800 Telephone Hotline: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Training: | |||||||||
| 1. Matthews, NC | 15 Days | ||||||||
| Expansion Plans | |||||||||
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Submit an online form to receive information from Surface Specialists Systems.
• Coupons • Pre-Qualifier Application |
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