Rooter-Man vs Sometimes Spouse Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Rooter-Man Franchise
Sometimes Spouse Franchise
Investment $46,750 - $137,600$31,150 - $66,618
Franchise Fee $3,975 - $39,750$24,999
Royalty Fee Varies7%
Advertising Fee Varies-
Year Founded 19702013
Year Franchised 19812015
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Renewal Fee $2.5K-


Business Experience Requirements

 
Rooter-Man Franchise
Sometimes Spouse Franchise
Experience
  • Mechanical ability
  • -

    Financing Options

     
    Rooter-Man Franchise
    Sometimes Spouse Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees Yes/NoYes/Yes
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/Yes
    Equipment No/Yes-/Yes
    Inventory No/Yes-/Yes
    Receivables No/Yes-/Yes
    Payroll No/Yes-/Yes

    Training & Support

     
    Rooter-Man Franchise
    Sometimes Spouse Franchise
    Training On-The-Job Training: 8-16 hours+ Classroom Training: 16 hours Additional Training: 2-day training seminar On-The-Job Training: 40 hours Classroom Training: 40 hours
    Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet PlatformPurchasing 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 marketingAd Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app
    Operations Franchise can be run from home.

    75% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3 - 5

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (97% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

    Number of Employees Required to Run: 2 - 5

    Expansion Plans

     
    Rooter-Man Franchise
    Sometimes Spouse Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion YesYes

    Company Overviews

    About Rooter-Man

    ROOTER-MAN is a successful and proven system built around the exclusive use of our US Registered Service Marks in your local area. With your license you will have access to the management skills and know how of professionals who have had years of experience in the sewer and drain cleaning industry. Men who can save you TIME, HEADACHES and MONEY with short cuts learned the hard way through years of experience in the business.
    New ROOTER-MAN licensees take a complete training program devoted to advanced techniques in both practical and management training. Another important benefit is a complete local advertising plan for your exclusive use. Your local advertising, complete truck decals, uniform monograms, printing proofs for work orders, letterheads, envelopes, business cards and other things have been developed to make your local marketing campaign all blend together for the maximum effect. The above mentioned exclusive ROOTER-MAN services, coupled with patented equipment and a proven record of achievement are good reasons ROOTER-MAN licensees are among the fastest growing businesses in the sewer and drain cleaning industries.
    A SUMMARY OF WHAT ROOTER-MAN CAN DO FOR YOU!
    -Exclusive use in your area of Rooter-Man US Registered SERVICE MARKS and system.
    -Managerial and Technical assistance developed by professionals through years of experience in this industry.
    -A complete on the job training program - Practical and Management.
    -A balanced advertising program to increase your volume.
    -Introduction to patented drain cleaning equipment.
    -Training in bookkeeping and telephone sales techniques.
    -Promotional techniques designed to reach the Commercial market.
    -Employee incentive plans to improve production.
    -A step by step integrated business system.

    "Top     "Entrepreneur
    #68 in Gator's Top franchises.
    #85 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
    #80 in Franchise 500 for 2021.





    About Sometimes Spouse

    Sometimes Spouse believes in family first, which is our culture.  Sometimes Spouse helps you every step of the way in your business, while you are building something for you and your family.
    Sometimes Spouse equips franchisees with skills, systems, knowledge and tools to grow their handyman and household services business.  Sometimes Spouse also has a residual income stream built into the business plan.
    Home Based Business - Training - Technology - Take Control of Your Life - #familyfirst

    Veteran Incentives  $4,000 off franchise fee