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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Terminix vs Mosquito Terminators including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $24,700 - $85,300 | $27,150 - $76,100 |
Franchise Fee | $25,000 - $50,000 | $5,500 - $16,500 |
Royalty Fee | 7-10% | 5% |
Advertising Fee | - | - |
Year Founded | 1927 | 2009 |
Year Franchised | 1927 | 2010 |
Term Of Agreement | 5 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 5 years | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | An ideal candidate wants an add-on or full-time business. Experience in service industry is a plus but this business can be taught to anyone who has the desire to succeed as a business owner. |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | Yes/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 | In-field training & ongoing self-tutorial | Your initial 3-day training will take place at our corporate office or one of our existing locations. |
Support | Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives | - |
Marketing | Co-op advertising, National media | You will receive unparalleled marketing support as you grow your Mosquito Terminators business. From Business cards to direct mail postcards, we will assist you in developing and implementing your local marketing plan. |
Operations |
Franchise can be run from home. International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 30% of all franchisees own more than one unit
Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators) | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | - | - |
Canada Expansion | No | - |
International Expansion | No | - |
E.L. Bruce founded Terminix International in 1927. Although the company was originally created to provide only termite protection services, Terminix now offers pest control for all types of insects. Purchased by The ServiceMaster Co. in 1986, Terminix is part of the ServiceMaster Co. franchise family, which includes franchise companies Merry Maids, American Home Shield and TruGreen-ChemLawn. Terminix has more than 500 service centers across the United States and internationally.