Fish Window Cleaning Services vs Men In Kilts Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Fish Window Cleaning Services vs Men In Kilts including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Fish Window Cleaning Services Franchise
Men In Kilts Franchise
Investment $87,300 - $151,600$73,135 - $97,785
Franchise Fee $39,900 - $64,900$17,000 - $68,000
Royalty Fee 8-6%5%-8%
Advertising Fee 1%2%
Year Founded 19782002
Year Franchised 19982010
Term Of Agreement 10 years5 years
Term Of Agreement 10 years5 years
Renewal Fee $3K-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Fish Window Cleaning Services Franchise
Men In Kilts Franchise
Experience
  • Marketing skills
  • Management skills
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    The ideal Men In Kilts candidate will possess the following skill, experience and strengths: Sales and Marketing experience-have a sales, marketing, management and/or operations background, people skills-have strong people skills and enjoy working with teams, and enjoys having fun-enjoys the fun aspects of the Men In Kilts brand and culture.


    Financing Options
     
    Fish Window Cleaning Services Franchise
    Men In Kilts Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/Yes-/-
    Payroll No/Yes-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Fish Window Cleaning Services Franchise
    Men In Kilts Franchise
    Training On-The-Job Training: 47 hours Classroom Training: 17 hours Additional Training: Webinars

    Our franchise owners are trained on all aspects of the Men In Kilts operations, from the safety and technical details of the service, to the big picture of managing the business successfully. The program is a combination of training at our head office, extensive in-field hands on training, and ongoing coaching and support calls. 7-10 days of start-up training at our head office. On-going support and coaching.

    Support Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform -
    Marketing Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app -
    Operations 23% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 5

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Fish Window Cleaning Services Franchise
    Men In Kilts Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Fish Window Cleaning Services

    S. Michael Merrick had lost his job as a bank manager when the window washer for the branch said he was interested in selling his business. Merrick looked at the company's books and was impressed with what he saw--low overhead and virtually no inventory. In 1978 Merrick and his wife, Linda, purchased the company, renamed it, and Fish Window Cleaning was born. After 20 years of cleaning windows, screens, gutters, skylights and chandeliers in the St. Louis, Missouri, area, the Merricks began franchising.

    The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Fish Window Cleaning business ranges from $87,300 to $103,500 for a Small Package. This includes between $50,400 and $51,900 that must be paid to the franchisor or its affiliates.
    The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Fish Window Cleaning  business ranges from $109,800 to $123,100 for a Standard Package. This includes between $60,400 and $61,900 that must be paid to the franchisor or its affiliates.
    The total investment necessary to begin operation of a Fish Window Cleaning business ranges from $135,300 to $151,600 for an Executive Package. This includes between $75,400 and $76,900 that must be paid to the franchisor or its afiliates.
    Veteran Incentives  10% off franchise fee
    "Entrepreneur
    #259 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
    #330 in Franchise 500 for 2021.






    About Men In Kilts

    Someone has to do the dirty work! This means that as long as homes and commercial properties exist, you will benefit from steady demand. From one-time cleans to seasonal services and recurring business, your franchise will have the opportunity for long-term success.

    • Little to No Inventory
    • Free Nights and Weekends
    • Flexible Hours
    • Affordable Start-Up Costs
    • Low Competitive Risk
    Men In Kilts is North America's most exciting Window Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning, Siding Cleaning and Pressure Washing franchise opportunity. Positioned to serve the growing demands of the multi-billion dollar cleaning and building maintenance industry, the Men In Kilts concept is about building a national brand that delivers an unparalleled level of professional service to both the residential and commercial markets.Men In Kilts offers qualified veterans 5% off the initial franchise fee.