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1-800-Dryclean
- 800 DC, LLC
Berkeley, MI 48072
- (866) 822-6115 / (248) 654-7000
- (734) 822-6666 (Fax)
- Mr. Earl Shinabarger, Franchise Development Manager
- [email protected]
The $10 billion dry cleaning industry creates tremendous potential for 1-800-DRYCLEAN when combined with the need of busy consumers looking for convenience. Our convenient, hassle-free dry cleaning pick-up and delivery system provides consumers exceptional dry cleaning and laundry service. Business formats include the single van opportunity, the multiple van fleet option and expansion of van opportunities to either the dry cleaning plant or drop store format.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 2000
Franchising Since: 2000
Operating Units
| Franchised Units | 111 | 100.0% |
|---|---|---|
| Company-Owned Units | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total Operating Units | 111 | 100% |
Geographic Distribution
| USA | 111 | 100.0% | In 22 States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | 0 | 0.0% | In 0 Provinces |
| International | 0 | 0.0% | In 0 Foreign Countries |
| Total | 111 | 100% |
Multi-Unit Operators
| Multi-Unit Operators | N/A |
|---|---|
| Franchises Owned by Multi-Unit Operators | N/A |
North American Unit Density
| Density | Units |
|---|---|
| California | 16 |
| Illinois | 5 |
| Texas | 4 |
Registered in the following Registration States
California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District of Columbia
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General Information
| IFA Member | Yes |
|---|---|
| CFA Member | No |
| Franchisee Association? | No |
| Size of Corporate Staff | 10 |
| Site Selection Assistance |
Yes |
| Lease Negotiation Assistance | Yes |
| Financial Assistance | No |
Marketing Support
| Co-Op Advertising | No |
|---|---|
| National Advertising | Yes |
| Regional Advertising | No |
| Local Advertising | No |
| Marketing Materials | Brochures |
| Additional Services: | Grand Opening |
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 | Yes, at additional cost |
| 800 Telephone Hotline | Included |
Training
| Home Office | 5 Days |
| Franchise Location | 5 Days |
| Right-Start Program | 4-6 Weeks |
Financial Requirements
Investment
| Minimum Net Worth | $100K |
|---|---|
| Cash Investment | $42.4-64.4K |
| Total Investment | $69.9-100K |
| Average Total Investment | $84K |
Fees
| Initial Franchise Fee | $15K |
|---|---|
| Average Franchise Fee | $15K |
| On-Going Royalty | 7% |
| Average Royalty | 7% |
| Advertising Fee | 1% |
Site Information and Requirements
| Average Number of Full-Time Employees | 0 |
|---|---|
| Average Number of Part-Time Employees | 1 |
| Space Needs (in square feet) | 200 |
| Preferred Site Types | Home-Based |
| Encourages Conversions | Yes |
| Item 19 (Earnings Claim) Provided? | Yes |
| Listed in the SBA Registry? | No |
Franchisee Qualifications
| Financial Net Worth | 4 |
|---|---|
| General Business Experience | 3 |
| Specific Industry Experience | 1 |
| Formal Education | 2 |
| Psychological Profile | 1 |
| Personal Interviews | 5 |
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 |
Expansion Plans
| Projected New Units Over Next 12 Months | 25 |
|---|---|
| USA | Yes, All United States |
| Canada | Yes, All Canada |
| Overseas | Yes |
