Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom vs G.J. Gardner Homes Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom vs G.J. Gardner Homes including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom Franchise
G.J. Gardner Homes Franchise
Investment $42,400 - $120,700$200,000 - $300,000
Franchise Fee $15,000$50,000
Royalty Fee 5%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 20061983
Year Franchised 20061995
Term Of Agreement 5 yeaqrs-
Term Of Agreement 5 yeaqrs-
Renewal Fee $5000-


Business Experience Requirements

 
Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom Franchise
G.J. Gardner Homes Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom Franchise
G.J. Gardner Homes Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees No/No-/-
Start-up Costs No/No-/-
Equipment No/No-/-
Inventory No/No-/-
Receivables No/No-/-
Payroll No/No-/-

Training & Support

 
Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom Franchise
G.J. Gardner Homes Franchise
Training Available at headquarters: 8 days-
Support --
Marketing --
Operations * 0% of all franchisees own more than one unit

* Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 9

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

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Expansion Plans

 
Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom Franchise
G.J. Gardner Homes Franchise
US Expansion Yes-
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion --

Company Overviews

About Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom

Owens Corning Sunroom Systems offer the natural appeal of a sunroom with the durability, design, comfort you'd expect in a traditional room addition. SunSuites Sunrooms employ an advanced fiberglass frame system to deliver next generation design, energy efficiency, and comfort. SunSuitesV Sunrooms feature a vinyl frame system with integrated fiberglass insulation. Unlike traditional sunrooms and patio enclosures, SunSuites sunrooms can be painted, inside and out. Energy star rated Solace windows, and a Lifetime Limited Warranty make them practical. Endless custom design options make them beautiful.

About G.J. Gardner Homes

"We're Great Together"G.J. Gardner Homes is a Franchised custom/semi custom builder. G.J. Gardner Homes have built over 36,000 quality, customized homes over the past 37 years. The company continues to grow on the back of a single premise: ensuring every customer would refer us to their closest friend. Throughout the building of your new home, we are dedicated to the highest standard of workmanship. Each of our qualified builders and preferred subcontractors have been selected for their individual standards of expertise and their commitment to excellence.We offer the small builder the skills, resources and systems to take their business to the next level. Resources include, buying power, advertising and marketing, world wide brand, software systems, website marketing, and much more. Call today to discuss how we can increase sales and profit for your building business.