NaturaLawn vs Turfscape Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
NaturaLawn Franchise
Turfscape Franchise
Investment $47,500 - $112,650$87,500 - $152,500
Franchise Fee $9,500 - $29,500$50,000
Royalty Fee 7-9%$0.25/ Sq. Ft. purchased
Advertising Fee none$2500
Year Founded 19872015
Year Franchised 19892015
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
NaturaLawn Franchise
Turfscape Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • Sales and management experience
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    Financing Options
     
    NaturaLawn Franchise
    Turfscape 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
    Turfscape Franchise
    Training On-The-Job Training: 51-90 hours Classroom Training: 24-40 hours Additional Training: At regional location

    Turfscape franchisees receive ongoing support, training, pre-opening and operation assistance, advertising programs, operations manuals and more.
    Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software

    Turfscape franchisees receive ongoing support, training, pre-opening and operation assistance, advertising programs, operations manuals and more.
    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
    Turfscape Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion No-
    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 Turfscape

    Turfscape is the leading synthetic turf landscape solutions provider in North America, delivering scientifically-engineered, environmentally-friendly synthetic turf that saves residential, municipal, and commercial customers time and money, improves aesthetic appeal and ensures a safe surface for families, children and pets.
    Turfscapes corporate office is located in Downers Grove, IL.

    Perfect for start-up business owners, Turfscape also provides options for existing landscaping companies or other similar businesses looking to branch out, broaden portfolios and make a real difference in their communities.