Mr. Sandless/Dr. DecknFence vs Floors to go Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Mr. Sandless/Dr. DecknFence vs Floors to go including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Mr. Sandless/Dr. DecknFence Franchise
Floors to go Franchise
Investment $26,810 - $77,385$34,500 - $72,250
Franchise Fee $5,000 - $20,000$22,000
Royalty Fee 3%+-
Advertising Fee 1%-
Year Founded 20042002
Year Franchised 20052002
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Mr. Sandless/Dr. DecknFence Franchise
Floors to go Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
Mr. Sandless/Dr. DecknFence Franchise
Floors to go Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/Yes-/-
Start-up Costs -/Yes-/-
Equipment -/Yes-/-
Inventory -/Yes-/-
Receivables -/Yes-/-
Payroll -/Yes-/-

Training & Support

 
Mr. Sandless/Dr. DecknFence Franchise
Floors to go Franchise
Training On-The-Job Training: 40 hours Classroom Training: 10-20 hours-
Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform-
Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing-
Operations Absentee Ownership Allowed Number of Employees Required to Run: 2-

Expansion Plans

 
Mr. Sandless/Dr. DecknFence Franchise
Floors to go Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion Yes-

Company Overviews

About Mr. Sandless/Dr. DecknFence

Refinishing the World, One Customer, One Floor at a Time!™
Mr. Sandless franchisees use a method for refinishing wood floors that does not require sanding. The company's finishes are certified green, and its services have been used by the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
Some Mr. Sandless franchisees co-brand with Dr. DecknFence

The total investment necessary to begin operation of a franchise is $26,810 to $77,385. This includes between $5,000 to $40,000 that must be paid to the franchisor and/or its affiliate, as appropriate.
If you sign a multi-unit option agreement to develop multiple Mr. Sandless franchises, you will pay a $5,000 option fee for each additional franchised business you wish to develop, plus an additional territory fee of $10,000 for each additional franchised business you wish to develop. Your total initial investment will depend on the number of franchised businesses you will develop. If you choose to develop 3 additional franchised businesses, the estimated initial investment for the multi-unit option is $41,810 to $92,385. This includes $20,000 to $48,000 that must be paid to the franchisor and/or its affiliate, as appropriate. The multi-unit option is not available for Dr. DecknFence franchises.

Veteran Incentives: 50% off equipment package

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About Floors to go

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Floors To Go is a nationwide chain of locally owned and operated flooring showrooms that, through national buying power, offer a wide selection of the latest styles in top quality carpet, hardwood, laminate, tile, resilient, area rugs and window fashions. 

At Floors To Go we understand flooring is the foundation of decorating. It sets the tone for your home and reflects your taste and lifestyle. At Floors To Go, it's our job to help you make that experience a positive one.