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| Grout Doctor 7923 E. Palm Ln. Mesa, AZ 85207 |
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Business Description
Ceramic tile sales continue to increase, indicating a huge demand for the aftermarket care of tile and grout. As the largest and most recognized name in the business since 1992, The Grout Doctor franchise is ideally positioned to harness the demand in this multi-million dollar industry. All franchisees are trained to become highly qualified grout, tile and stone care specialists. The Grout Doctor offers an uncomplicated and affordable path to personal independence and unlimited income potential!
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1992
Franchising Since: 2001
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Wisconsin
Financial Requirements
Average Number of Employees:
Space Needs (in square footage):
Preferred Sites: Home-based
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Not Applicable
Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes
Ceramic tile sales continue to increase, indicating a huge demand for the aftermarket care of tile and grout. As the largest and most recognized name in the business since 1992, The Grout Doctor franchise is ideally positioned to harness the demand in this multi-million dollar industry. All franchisees are trained to become highly qualified grout, tile and stone care specialists. The Grout Doctor offers an uncomplicated and affordable path to personal independence and unlimited income potential!
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1992
Franchising Since: 2001
| Operating Units: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Franchised Units: | 51 | 98.1% | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Company-Owned Units: | 1 | 1.9% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Total Operating Units: | 52 | 100.0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
| Density | Units |
| 1. Arizona | 7 |
| 2. Florida | 9 |
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Wisconsin
Financial Requirements
| Investment: | |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $NA |
| Cash Investment: | $22-29K |
| Total Investment: | $22-29K |
| Average Total Investment: | $23K |
| Fees: | |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $19K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $15K |
| On-Going Royalty: | varies |
| Average Royalty: | 0% |
| Advertising Fee: | 0 |
Space Needs (in square footage):
Preferred Sites: Home-based
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Not Applicable
Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes
| Franchisee Qualifications | |||||||||
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): | |||||||||
| Financial Net Worth: | 4 | ||||||||
| General Business Experience: | 3 | ||||||||
| Specific Industry Experience: | 1 | ||||||||
| Formal Education: | 2 | ||||||||
| Psychological Profile: | 5 | ||||||||
| Personal Interview(s): | 3 | ||||||||
| Terms of Contract | |||||||||
| Term of Initial Contract: | 7 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Term of Renewal Period: | 7 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Passive Ownership: | Not Allowed | ||||||||
| Area Development Agreements? | Yes, for 3 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Sub-Franchising Contracts? | No | ||||||||
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes | ||||||||
| Support and Training | |||||||||
| International Franchise Association: | Yes | ||||||||
| Canadian Franchise Association: | No | ||||||||
| Franchisee Association/Member: | No | ||||||||
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 10 | ||||||||
| Site Selection Assistance? | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Financial Assistance? | No | ||||||||
| Marketing Support: | |||||||||
| Co-Op Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| National Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Regional Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Local Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| 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: | Personalized Marketing Plan, National Programs | ||||||||
| On-Going Support: | |||||||||
| Central Data Processing: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Central Purchasing: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Field Operation Evaluation: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Field Training: | At Additional Cost | ||||||||
| 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. St. Charles, IL (Chicago) | 50 Hours | ||||||||
| 2. Mesa, AZ (Phoenix) | 50 Hours | ||||||||
| Expansion Plans | |||||||||
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