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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Stanley Steemer Carpet Cleaner vs Roto-Static including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $117,215 - $207,200 | $40,000 |
Franchise Fee | $20,000 - $35,000 | $15,000 |
Royalty Fee | 7% | 5% |
Advertising Fee | 2% | - |
Year Founded | 1947 | 1977 |
Year Franchised | 1972 | 1977 |
Term Of Agreement | 20 years | 10 years |
Term Of Agreement | 20 years | 10 years |
Renewal Fee | - | $10K |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | - |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | Yes/Yes | No/No |
Start-up Costs | No/No | No/No |
Equipment | No/Yes | No/No |
Inventory | Yes/No | No/No |
Receivables | No/No | No/No |
Payroll | No/No | No/No |
Training & Support |
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Training | Various training offered throughout the year | Ongoing seminars throughout year |
Support | Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Security/safety procedures | Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Field operations/evaluations |
Marketing | Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media | Co-op advertising, Ad slicks |
Operations |
Franchise can be run from home. 15% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 16 Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (95% of current franchisees are owner/operators) |
Franchise can be run from home. International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 20% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 1 Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (90% of current franchisees are owner/operators) |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | - |
Canada Expansion | No | No |
International Expansion | Yes | Yes |
In 1977 Roto-Static revolutionized the carpet cleaning industry by offering a method that not only left carpets drier than the old "steam cleaning" processes, but also without leaving dirt attracting residues behind. The positive benefits are better appearance; no danger of carpet shrinkage or damage to carpet backing; fast drying times (often under an hour); and carpets and upholstery stay cleaner longer!
Today Roto-Static continues to deliver these proven benefits with the highest standards of quality through its network of certified professionals. Quality-oriented homeowners and performance minded facility managers nationwide turn to Roto-Static to provide them with exceptional results and reliable service. We now offer a range of additional services including upholstery cleaning; linoleum and tile cleaning; janitorial services and flood and fire restoration available through our nationwide network of experts. A Canadian company with offices and manufacturing facilities located in Brampton Ontario, Roto-Static is proud to be a "made-in Canada" solution for consumers from coast-to-coast!