Ace DuraFlo Systems vs Bathmaster Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Ace DuraFlo Systems Franchise
Bathmaster Franchise
Investment $46,200 - $410,100$18,700 - $29,750
Franchise Fee $21,900$7,000
Royalty Fee 6-8%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19971989
Year Franchised 20011994
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee $1K-


Business Experience Requirements

 
Ace DuraFlo Systems Franchise
Bathmaster Franchise
Experience
  • Industry experience
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills
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    Financing Options

     
    Ace DuraFlo Systems Franchise
    Bathmaster Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs No/Yes-/-
    Equipment No/Yes-/-
    Inventory No/Yes-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support

     
    Ace DuraFlo Systems Franchise
    Bathmaster Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations-
    Marketing Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising-
    Operations 25% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 5

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (50% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans

     
    Ace DuraFlo Systems Franchise
    Bathmaster Franchise
    US Expansion --
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion YesNo

    Company Overviews

    About Ace DuraFlo Systems

    Since 1999, ACE DuraFlo has been successfully using its proven system that has saved building owners and homeowners thousands of dollars, while saving occupants the messy, noisy and destructive experience of a repipe. Until now the only effective long-term remedy for encrusted galvanized steel or rust-corroded copper small diameter piping was the expensive and inefficient method of repiping the whole piping system. This meant the nuisance of dirt, noise, and several weeks of being without water. Building owners, homeowners, property managers and tenants are eagerly seeking an alternative to this old fashioned, expensive and frustrating system.

    About Bathmaster

    BCL Bathrooms is an independently owned and operated franchise of BathMasters. We specialize in Tub Replacements, Tub to Shower conversions, Acrylic Wall Systems, Tub Liners, and Tub Reglazing.
    BathMaster offers top quality, cost-effective bathtub reglazing, bathtub liners & wall installation services. This in-home service saves customers up to 75% of replacement costs. BathMaster excels in completing projects in a single day, transforming customers bathroom into an environment they will be proud of. BathMaster's innovative products and system support gives our franchises the market advantages necessary for success and growth.