Swisher Hygiene vs Mosquito Shield Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Swisher Hygiene Franchise
Mosquito Shield Franchise
Investment $44,200 - $170,100$73,100 - $106,800
Franchise Fee $35,000 - $85,000$30,000
Royalty Fee 6%6% - 9%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 1983-
Year Franchised 1989-
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Term Of Agreement 5 years-
Renewal Fee Varies-


Business Experience Requirements
 
Swisher Hygiene Franchise
Mosquito Shield Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience

    • The ideal franchise owner for Mosquito Shield is an educated individual with experience in the business, professional and/or corporate world. With franchise licensing across the United States, there are few limitations to where a Mosquito Shield franchisee can open the doors.


    Financing Options
     
    Swisher Hygiene Franchise
    Mosquito Shield Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees Yes/Yes-/-
    Start-up Costs Yes/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/No-/-
    Inventory Yes/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Swisher Hygiene Franchise
    Mosquito Shield Franchise
    Training As needed

    Before commencing operation of your Mosquito Shield business, company leaders will provide, at no charge, standards and specifications for the operation of a Mosquito Shield business, including requirements for application equipment and other equipment, image, signs and procedures. Initial training for up to three people, including you, your Operations Manager and your technician will also be provided. We will either loan you one paper copy of our Operations Manual or provide you with electronic access to the Operations Manual (via Internet, extranet, or other electronic means) for the term of the franchise agreement upon your completion of our initial training program.
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet

    Mosquito Shield will make available for sale to you the Mosquito Shield Protection Blend and other products designated for use in the franchise system at the current market price. Mosquito Shield will also provide you with a list of initial equipment and related products and accessories for the Mosquito Shield business for purchase from our affiliate or a supplier we designate and we will permit you to use our custom required software.
    Marketing National media-
    Operations Franchise can be run from home.

    International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 10% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

    With two franchise opportunities available, potential investors have the flexibility to chose the option that’s right for them. Either through a new, start-up franchise or a pest control business conversion program, both franchise options are optional business models and come with a variety of support from the franchisor. New franchise owners will be provided with optional ongoing training opportunities, along with advertising advantages and promotional materials associated with the Mosquito Shield name. For operational purposes, van customization is also available at a cost through the franchise agreement. Both franchise models offer the revolutionary Mosquito Shield Protection Blend, for optimal mosquito and tick control and eradication.

    Expansion Plans
     
    Swisher Hygiene Franchise
    Mosquito Shield Franchise
    US Expansion -Yes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion YesYes

    Company Overviews

    About Swisher Hygiene

    Swisher Hygiene was founded in 1983 and began franchising in 1989. The Charlotte, North Carolina-based company has franchise units throughout the United States and internationally. Founded to provide restroom hygiene services, Swisher recently added commercial pest control to its offerings.

    About Mosquito Shield

    Mosquito Shield is a mosquito and tick control company that uses professionally applied mosquito spray to kill and repel mosquitoes and ticks. Using a three-pronged approach and a one-of-a-kind protection blend treatment, Mosquito Shield masks carbon dioxide - which attracts mosquitos - and repels them away from the property. The spray adheres to vegetation, wood, stone/brick and other organic materials, creating a vertical barrier that strengthens with each visit. Only Mosquito Shield uses FlexBlend spray technology and monitors both mosquito population and weather conditions to maximize effectiveness, making adjustments when needed, to deliver superior results and satisfaction. Mosquito Shield was conceptualized in 2001 in North Attleboro, Massachusetts by David Briggs. It was clear to Briggs that available mosquito control products like body sprays, candles and mosquito magnets were inadequate, and there was a lack of an effective residential mosquito control service. During the next 15 years, prior to the company's 2012 launch, Briggs and Mosquito Shield developers researched the science behind the life cycle of mosquitoes, tested various application methods and products and determined optimum application frequency. Early testing showed that just applying standard control materials (with water) didn't deliver measurable and consistent results. After further study, Briggs developed a patent-pending barrier spray that, regardless of when started, lasts for weeks and grows in strength as the season progresses. That formula breakthrough led to early success for Mosquito Shield and has put the company at the forefront of outdoor mosquito and tick control.

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