Owens Corning Basement Finishing System vs Houston Remodel Pros Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Owens Corning Basement Finishing System vs Houston Remodel Pros including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Owens Corning Basement Finishing System Franchise
Houston Remodel Pros Franchise
Investment $41,000 - $167,000$50,000
Franchise Fee $15,000N/A
Royalty Fee 5%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 20002201
Year Franchised 20002014
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Renewal Fee $9K-


Business Experience Requirements

 
Owens Corning Basement Finishing System Franchise
Houston Remodel Pros Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
  • Must have or obtain a general contracting license; specialty in-home selling
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    Financing Options

     
    Owens Corning Basement Finishing System Franchise
    Houston Remodel Pros Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-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

     
    Owens Corning Basement Finishing System Franchise
    Houston Remodel Pros Franchise
    Training --
    Support Meetings, Internet, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media-
    Operations 10% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 20

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

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    Expansion Plans

     
    Owens Corning Basement Finishing System Franchise
    Houston Remodel Pros Franchise
    US Expansion -Yes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion NoNo

    Company Overviews

    About Owens Corning Basement Finishing System

    Owens Corning has been a world leader in building materials, systems and composite solutions for more than 70 years, and a Fortune 500 company for more than 50 years. The ability to remain a household name for residential and commercial projects is partially due to the successful partnerships with businesses who are devoted to sharing the Owens Corning standards. The Basement Finishing System ("System") was developed at Owens Corning's nationally accredited and internationally recognized Science & Technology Center, Granville, Ohio. As with all of its products, Owens Corning focused on developing a high-quality system designed to meet the market needs. For that reason, Owens Corning conducted extensive research and development. This included three years of testing and modifications. The result is a state-of-the-art Basement Finishing System that benefits franchisees and homeowners alike. The System also has been recognized with awards from Popular Science and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry. If you are interested in growing your business, becoming an Owens Corning customer may be the perfect opportunity for you.

    About Houston Remodel Pros

    "Remodeling

    General Contractor in Houston, TX for Residential Remodel & Commercial Remodeling Projects:
    from bathroom remodel to home additions and entire business premise transformation with great craftsmanship and affordable pricing .
    Remodeling Contractors in Houston, TX for homes and businesses.
    Financing available with 0% interest rate.
    One-Year Warranty.
    Business Opportunities.
    With over 200 homes & 100 businesses remodeled and serviced to date, we take pride in providing the best service in good faith and for fair prices.
    We are licensed, insured builders and proud remodeling contractors who endeavor to build your dream home or business premise and maximize the value under your Budget.