KCS Applications vs Screenmobile Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
KCS Applications Franchise
Screenmobile Franchise
Investment $15,500$91,975 - $183,770
Franchise Fee $15,000$39,500
Royalty Fee $350/yr.7%
Advertising Fee -$75/month
Year Founded 19921980
Year Franchised 19941984
Term Of Agreement 3 years-
Term Of Agreement 3 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
KCS Applications Franchise
Screenmobile Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
KCS Applications Franchise
Screenmobile Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees No/No-/Yes
Start-up Costs No/No-/Yes
Equipment No/No-/Yes
Inventory No/NoYes/-
Receivables No/No-/-
Payroll No/No-/-

Training & Support
 
KCS Applications Franchise
Screenmobile Franchise
Training -Screenmobile University provides our hands-on training, and includes everything an expert in our field will need. Mastering the ins and outs of administration, marketing, sales and production happens over the course of our 10 day training program. All training costs are covered in the Franchise License Fee. Training begins in our state of the art audio/visual classrooms and covers the foundations of building a successful franchise. From there you will move to the Screen House where adaptive training techniques allow for you to learn the fundamentals of screening as real life situations are simulated. On-The-Job Training: 40 hours Classroom Training: 40 hours Additional Training: Ongoing
Support Meetings, Internet, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperativesOnce you’ve started your Screenmobile business, continuous support will be provided in the form of regular phone calls, webinars, meetings, and field support. Resources such as the following are always be available for you to help grow your business to the next level. Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Online Support Field Operations
Marketing -A mere $75 per month paid to the National Ad Fund, provides Screenmobile Franchise Owners the following marketing support to help promote and track their business. Driving new customers to your business is easy with the help of social media attention, Google Adwords and Search Engine Optimization (SEO). Don’t forget, your Screenmobile trailer also serves as a moving billboard! Strategically park your vehicle in accessible high traffic areas to attract new business. Ad Templates National Media Social media SEO Website development
Operations Franchise can be run from home.

1% of all franchisees own more than one unit

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

Absentee Ownership Allowed Number of Employees Required to Run: 1

Expansion Plans
 
KCS Applications Franchise
Screenmobile Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion No-

Company Overviews

About KCS Applications

Started in 1992, KCS Applications Inc. specializes in acrylic asphalt sealing. Based in Hastings, New York, it began franchising two years later.

About Screenmobile

Screenmobile is most recognized name in mobile screen services across the nation. With great products, and exceptional service, we exceed expectations and stand behind our work with our guarantee.  We are hands-on leaders, trained through Screenmobile University, and experts in our field. We find purpose in providing a job well done, while having the pleasure of working outdoors. With nearly 100 franchises, from nation wide, we travel to our customers to provide the ultimate home repair service experience. Screenmobile is a family business. We provide the perfect franchise opportunity for individuals or couples who are family-focused and looking for the perfect work/life balance.
Veteran Incentives  $2,500 off franchise fee

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