NaturaLawn vs Student Yard Works Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of NaturaLawn vs Student Yard Works including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
NaturaLawn Franchise
Student Yard Works Franchise
Investment $47,500 - $112,650$80,000 - And Up
Franchise Fee $9,500 - $29,500$25,000
Royalty Fee 7-9%-
Advertising Fee none-
Year Founded 19872003
Year Franchised 19892010
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
NaturaLawn Franchise
Student Yard Works Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Sales and management experience
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    Financing Options
     
    NaturaLawn Franchise
    Student Yard Works 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/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    NaturaLawn Franchise
    Student Yard Works Franchise
    Training On-The-Job Training: 51-90 hours Classroom Training: 24-40 hours Additional Training: At regional location -
    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)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    NaturaLawn Franchise
    Student Yard Works Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion NoYes
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About NaturaLawn

     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.

    Veteran Incentives  $10,000 off franchise fee

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    In Franchise Business Reviews Top 200.
    #27 in Gator's Top franchises.
    #242 in Franchise 500 for 2020.







    About Student Yard Works

    Student Yard Works is leading the industry by doing exceptional yard cleanups on homes & businesses. Professional managers and student talent take care of our clients every step of the way. We have a strong & positive brand, excellent systems and provide continuing support to our franchise partners. *Great work ethic - shows through at the jobsite and in the office *Respect - for our clients and colleagues *Honesty - fair pricing *Energy! *Enjoyment - A day without laughing is a wasted day! Call us to find out more about this exciting new company that is ready to franchise across Canada. We would love to take you through a day-in-the-life of the best job in the world!