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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Systems Paving vs Concrete Raising of America including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $39,950 - $120,800 | $34,900 - $249,400 |
Franchise Fee | $14,800 - $17,800 | $34,900 - $42,500 |
Royalty Fee | 6% | 4-8% |
Advertising Fee | 2% | - |
Year Founded | 1992 | 1947 |
Year Franchised | 2001 | 1993 |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | 20 years |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | 20 years |
Renewal Fee | $500 | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | *Strong business acumen *Ability to motivate and lead a team *Positive "can do" attitude *Sales experience preferable *No construction experience necessary | |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | No/No | Yes/Yes |
Start-up Costs | No/No | No/Yes |
Equipment | No/No | Yes/Yes |
Inventory | No/No | No/No |
Receivables | No/No | No/No |
Payroll | No/No | No/No |
Training & Support |
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Training | 2 weeks of comprehensive training at our California home office for you and your key employees. Once you return home, we provide continued support, including field training at your location. Training includes: *Business planning *Marketing planning and strategies *Sales consultation *Installation training *Best practices | Bi-annual operator certification by franchisor as well as On-The-Job Training: 40-120 hours Classroom Training: 40 hours |
Support | Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet | Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Franchisee Intranet Platform |
Marketing | Co-op advertising, National media, Regional advertising | Ad Templates Social media SEO Website development Email marketing |
Operations |
Franchise can be run from home. 0% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 5 - 15
Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators) |
Franchise can be run from home. 11% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3 - 4
Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)
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Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | Yes |
Canada Expansion | No | No |
International Expansion | No | Yes |
Established in 1992, Systems Paving, Inc. combined the unique talents and experience of Larry Green and Doug Lueck. With over 55 years of experience, we have a lot of important lessons to share. We know what it's like to be your own boss, and we know what it takes. We are extremely passionate about our business and want people who are interested in sharing that passion. Our success relies on a proven, detailed process. We've done our homework to pave the way. From business training and major marketing support to our proprietary technology, we give you all the tools you need. This process makes a Systems Paving franchise simple for you, satisfying for homeowners and successful for everyone.
CRC Concrete Raising Corporation has been in the concrete raising business since 1947, educating and training individuals on the fundamental technique of raising and stabilizing concrete in the residential, commercial, industrial, municipal, governmental, and even new construction markets.
In 1995, Concrete Raising of America, Inc. was established with the venue of forming business associations around the United States, and ultimately on an international basis. Since its inception, Concrete Raising of America has actively shared the elements of successful grouting applications, including raising and stabilizing concrete, through its establishment of Franchise locations.
Through years of on-the-job experience and testing, Concrete Raising has worked to provide engineered materials via the most efficient state-of-the-art equipment available. This equipment, including volumetric mobile mixers and hydraulic grout pumps has been further engineered by Concrete Raising of America to increase productivity. All modifications to the equipment used by Concrete Raising of America are proprietary, and only available to CRC Concrete Raising Franchise locations.