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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Systems Paving vs Monster Tree Service 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 | $397,435 - $550,226 |
Franchise Fee | $14,800 - $17,800 | $49,500 |
Royalty Fee | 6% | 6.5% down to 5% after $1M in sales |
Advertising Fee | 2% | - |
Year Founded | 1992 | 2008 |
Year Franchised | 2001 | 2008 |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 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 | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/No | -/- |
Equipment | No/No | -/- |
Inventory | No/No | -/- |
Receivables | No/No | -/- |
Payroll | 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 | A Monster Tree Service® franchise includes two full weeks of initial training, with one week of classroom and hands-on training in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, followed by another full week of personal, onsite training at your location. Training continues throughout your term with ongoing education programs and regular onsite support by Certified Arborists with decades of experience. At Monster Tree Service®, we offer the highest level of initial and ongoing training in the industry. We know that eliminating the trial and error period with a proven system for making money gives you the highest probability of success in the shortest amount of time. Training sessions conducted by our professional staff, each an expert in their field who will also teach you: Safety and Equipment Usage Public and Employee Relations Budgeting and Business Planning Supplies and Purchasing Bookkeeping and Financial Controls Advertising and Sales Strategies Operations and Daily Management Computer and Internet The success of your business is our business. And it starts right here. |
Support | Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet | To make sure the launch of your new business goes smoothly, after initial training our Certified Arborist, Field Operations and Safety Manager will be with you for a week, onsite at your location. You’ll get personal, one-on-one assistance with hiring, sales, equipment, scheduling and more, followed by quarterly Field Support from then on. As a Monster Tree Service® franchise owner, you’ll have the right to purchase our exclusive nationally recognized and branded marketing products as well as equipment, vehicles, and software, internet and email marketing services, Plant Health Care (PHC) material and more, all at discounted National Account prices. The savings we obtain through these programs are passed directly to you, and will not only offset the low royalty fee, they will also give you a competitive edge in the marketplace. UNLIMITED PHONE, WEB & EMAIL SUPPORT |
Marketing | Co-op advertising, National media, Regional advertising | From the moment you launch your new Monster Tree Service® franchise, you’ll have the advantage of our time-tested-state-of-the-art-revenue-producing marketing material with a Grand Opening and ongoing advertising campaign that will set you worlds apart from the competition. It’s hard to compete with Monstrous 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) | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | - |
Canada Expansion | No | - |
International Expansion | No | - |
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.
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Established in 2008, Monster Tree Service® has quickly become the most trusted, successful and recognized tree service franchise in the nation. We’re a national brand with local experts. Monster Tree Service® is a home-based franchise opportunity that offers: