Systems Paving vs The Screen Machine Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Systems Paving vs The Screen Machine including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Systems Paving Franchise
The Screen Machine Franchise
Investment $39,950 - $120,800$47,000 - $72,100
Franchise Fee $14,800 - $17,800$25,000
Royalty Fee 6%5%
Advertising Fee 2%-
Year Founded 19921986
Year Franchised 20011988
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years
Renewal Fee $500$2K


Business Experience Requirements

 
Systems Paving Franchise
The Screen Machine Franchise
Experience

*Strong business acumen *Ability to motivate and lead a team *Positive "can do" attitude *Sales experience preferable *No construction experience necessary


  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills

  • Financing Options

     
    Systems Paving Franchise
    The Screen Machine Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/NoNo/Yes
    Start-up Costs No/NoNo/No
    Equipment No/NoNo/Yes
    Inventory No/NoNo/Yes
    Receivables No/NoNo/No
    Payroll No/NoNo/No

    Training & Support

     
    Systems Paving Franchise
    The Screen Machine Franchise
    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

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    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, InternetMeetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Purchasing cooperatives
    Marketing Co-op advertising, National media, Regional advertisingCo-op advertising, Ad slicks
    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.

    13% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 1

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)


    Expansion Plans

     
    Systems Paving Franchise
    The Screen Machine Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion NoNo

    Company Overviews

    About Systems Paving

    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.

    About The Screen Machine

    The Screen MachineĀ® is a mobile door and window screening business. They travel to your home or business to provide custom installation, fabrication and repair of window and door screening products. They specialize in screen doors, window screens, shade screens, pet grills, pet doors and other window covering products. The Screen MachineĀ® currently offer their services in many locations throughout California. The Screen MachineĀ® is considered by many to be the finest and friendliest window and door screening service in the country. They take pride in offering a wide selection of the highest quality window and door screening products available.