Clean First Time vs OpenWorks Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Clean First Time vs OpenWorks including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Clean First Time Franchise
OpenWorks Franchise
Investment $12,000 - $150,000$15,000 - $150,000
Franchise Fee $12,000 - $150,000$14,000 - $67,500
Royalty Fee 7%5-10%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 20031983
Year Franchised 20041983
Term Of Agreement -10 years
Term Of Agreement -10 years
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Clean First Time Franchise
OpenWorks Franchise
Experience -
  • General business experience

  • Financing Options

     
    Clean First Time Franchise
    OpenWorks Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/NoYes/No
    Start-up Costs No/NoYes/No
    Equipment Yes/NoYes/No
    Inventory Yes/NoYes/No
    Receivables Yes/NoYes/No
    Payroll Yes/NoNo/No

    Training & Support

     
    Clean First Time Franchise
    OpenWorks Franchise
    Training --
    Support -Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives
    Marketing -Regional advertising
    Operations - Franchise can be run from home.

    0% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3

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


    Expansion Plans

     
    Clean First Time Franchise
    OpenWorks Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion YesNo

    Company Overviews

    About Clean First Time

    Introducing a franchise opportunity that gives you incredible freedom and potential. You'll work on weekdays, no more nights and weekends. The initial investment can be small. And best of all, you'll be able to take control of your life. We'll work with you and show you everything you need to know. Realize your dream by owning a Clean First Time franchise. At Clean First Time, our goal is to make our franchisees experts in the cleaning industry. We teach you how to operate and manage your business and you never clean! You'll learn all the ins and outs of the business, from billing and scheduling to finding, training and managing employees. Our franchisees benefit from a complete turnkey package that includes contracts, equipment and cleaning chemicals, software, office supplies, signs and logos, uniforms for your employees, and an advertising package, all at no additional charge.

    About OpenWorks

    Founded in 1983, OpenWorks provides cleaning; carpet and upholstery service; hard floor maintenance; pressure washing; window cleaning; day porter; and handyman services for large and small offices, medical facilities, hotels, restaurants and financial institutions. Master franchises are also available nationwide.