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| Chem-Dry Canada 8472 Harvard Pl. Chilliwack, BC, V2P 7Z5 Canada |
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Business Description
The world's largest carpet & upholstery franchise rated 'The Best of the Best' by Entrepreneur magazine for 12 consecutive years. Our unique patented, non-toxic, heated carbonating cleaner allows most carpets to dry in one hour. State-of-the-art equipment, 22 years experience, on-going research, in-field training, technical support, a monthly newsletter and annual conventions makes a CHEM-DRY franchise a good business.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1977
Franchising Since: 1978
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Registered in Following Registration States: Alberta
Financial Requirements
Average Number of Employees: 1-5 Full-time, 2-4 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage): 500
Preferred Sites: Home-based
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Not Applicable
Earnings Claims Provided?: No
The world's largest carpet & upholstery franchise rated 'The Best of the Best' by Entrepreneur magazine for 12 consecutive years. Our unique patented, non-toxic, heated carbonating cleaner allows most carpets to dry in one hour. State-of-the-art equipment, 22 years experience, on-going research, in-field training, technical support, a monthly newsletter and annual conventions makes a CHEM-DRY franchise a good business.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1977
Franchising Since: 1978
| Operating Units: | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Franchised Units: | 135 | 100% | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Company-Owned Units: | 0 | 0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Total Operating Units: | 135 | 100.0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
| Density | Units |
| 1. Alberta | 18 |
| 2. British Columbia | 28 |
| 3. Ontario | 48 |
Registered in Following Registration States: Alberta
Financial Requirements
| Investment: | |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $40K |
| Cash Investment: | $17-25K |
| Total Investment: | $37.9K |
| Average Total Investment: | $38K |
| Fees: | |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $11K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $11K |
| On-Going Royalty: | $410/Mo. |
| Average Royalty: | -1% |
| Advertising Fee: | $0 |
Space Needs (in square footage): 500
Preferred Sites: Home-based
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Not Applicable
Earnings Claims Provided?: No
| Franchisee Qualifications | |||||||||
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): | |||||||||
| Financial Net Worth: | 3 | ||||||||
| General Business Experience: | 1 | ||||||||
| Specific Industry Experience: | 1 | ||||||||
| Formal Education: | 1 | ||||||||
| Psychological Profile: | 1 | ||||||||
| Personal Interview(s): | 1 | ||||||||
| Terms of Contract | |||||||||
| Term of Initial Contract: | 5 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Term of Renewal Period: | 5 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: | Yes, Member | ||||||||
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 14 | ||||||||
| Site Selection Assistance? | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | Yes | ||||||||
| Financial Assistance? | Yes, Direct | ||||||||
| Marketing Support: | |||||||||
| Co-Op Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| National Advertising: | Yes | ||||||||
| Regional Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Local Advertising: | Yes | ||||||||
| Marketing Materials: | Brochures, Coupons/rebates, Videos | ||||||||
| Additional Services: | Newsletter, Online Extranet, Sales Strategies | ||||||||
| 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: | 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. Head Office | 1 Week | ||||||||
| Expansion Plans | |||||||||
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