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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Super Wash vs Pathetic Medic Car Care Pro's including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $444,000 - $1,100,000 | N/A |
Franchise Fee | $9,000 | N/A |
Royalty Fee | Varies | - |
Advertising Fee | - | - |
Year Founded | 1982 | - |
Year Franchised | 2001 | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | No/Yes | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/Yes | -/- |
Equipment | No/Yes | -/- |
Inventory | No/Yes | -/- |
Receivables | No/No | -/- |
Payroll | No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | Available at headquarters, Available at franchisee's location | - |
Support | Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Field operations/evaluations | - |
Marketing | Ad slicks | - |
Operations |
30-40% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3 - 4
Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | - |
Canada Expansion | No | - |
International Expansion | No | - |
What we do here at Super Wash is not nearly as fundamental to us as "our character." We attempt every day to have a useful result in other people's lives and just happen to wash a colossal number of automobiles a year on the way. Super Wash, Inc. is the nation's central turnkey auto wash association. We have been a part of the headway or advancement of more than 700 auto washes the nation over. There are at this moment about 270 blend self-serve and brushless modified auto washes working under the Super Wash® trademark in 19 unmistakable states the country over.
Over the years, Super Wash, Inc. has primarily offered one development opportunity for prospective operators - a license to operate combination self-serve and brushless automatic car washes utilizing the Super Wash name and associated trademarks.
Now, after 29 years, Super Wash is taking additional steps to offer prospective operators a more protected business opportunity, and to safeguard our reputation for excellence. Our three different development opportunities offer varying levels of involvement by Super Wash, Inc. They include our franchise program, and our build-to-suit and equipment-only options.
NO LONGER FRANCHISING
WHAT WE DO
Pathetic Medic repairs and rejuvenates vehicle interiors, saving owners and car dealers thousands in replacement costs. We totally eliminate odors of all types including smoke. We remove all stains throughout the interior, bringing carpets, seats, side panels and more, back to life. Pathetic Medic repairs stone damaged windshields as well as exterior trim in addition to total interior repairs making us truly, one of-a-kind.
DAY IN THE LIFE OF A MEDIC
Bringing things back to life is very rewarding. A medic starts his/her day inspecting their customer's used car inventory on their established route. A list of needed repairs is given to the management for approval. The repairs are completed and the customer invoiced. Medics then move on to their next customer. Most Medics work full time, but, being your own boss, you will set your hours.
WHAT YOU GET
Everything you need to make money your first day of operation. You will receive all initial supplies, all advertising and marketing materials, tools and equipment, software, invoices, including administrative reports,EVERYTHING! This is a total turnkey system. After your comprehensive training we will assist you in creating your operational and marketing plan and will be there with you during your opening days. We maintain a toll-free
swupport line and are there for you always to assist in marketing and technical issues. You are never alone.