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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of NaturaLawn vs Grand Oak Lawn and Landscape including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $47,500 - $112,650 | $50,000 - And Up |
Franchise Fee | $9,500 - $29,500 | $25,000 |
Royalty Fee | 7-9% | - |
Advertising Fee | none | - |
Year Founded | 1987 | 1984 |
Year Franchised | 1989 | 2008 |
Term Of Agreement | 5 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 5 years | - |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | *Like to work outdoors *Be a hands on team leader *Enjoy interacting with people *Commit your full time attention to the business *Have $50,000.00 to invest | |
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 | On-The-Job Training: 51-90 hours Classroom Training: 24-40 hours Additional Training: At regional location | 1 week in class, 3 weeks field, ongoing |
Support | Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software | - |
Marketing | Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing | - |
Operations |
16% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 2 - 6 Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (97% of current franchisees are owner/operators) | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | - |
Canada Expansion | No | Yes |
International Expansion | No | - |
NaturaLawn of America was launched in 1987 by Philip Catron. The company uses organic-based fertilization along with an integrated pest management program. Since franchising began in 1989, NaturaLawn of America has grown to over 90 franchise licenses in 25 states. We are an organic-based lawn care company generating annual revenues in excess of $53 million and serving over 80,000 customers.
With over 35 years of experience in grounds maintenance, natural lawn care and snow removal, Grand Oak provides a proven business model, expert advice, business planning, comprehensive operational manuals and a flexible royalty program. Be part of a multi-billion dollar industry in Canada which continues to grow due to the aging "baby boomer” population. Grand Oak offers a comprehensive initial and ongoing training program.
Grand Oak Lawn and Landscape is a rapidly growing company and is positioning itself to become the service provider of choice in Canada.
Last year an estimated 4 Billion dollars was spent on lawns and gardens in Canada and the landscape industry continues to be one of the fastest growth segments of the service industry.
Through years of experience, we have built a solid system of conducting business and are positioning ourselves as the premier service provider.
Grand Oak will be a franchise company that supplies quality products, consistent support and outstanding service to our franchisees and clients.