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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of OpenWorks vs Bonus Building Care including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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| Investment | $15,000 - $150,000 | $9,020 - $41,919 |
| Franchise Fee | $14,000 - $67,500 | $7,500 |
| Royalty Fee | 5-10% | 10% |
| Advertising Fee | - | 1% |
| Year Founded | 1983 | 1996 |
| Year Franchised | 1983 | 1996 |
| Term Of Agreement | 10 years | 10 years |
| Term Of Agreement | 10 years | 10 years |
| Renewal Fee | - | $2K |
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/No | Yes/Yes |
| Start-up Costs | Yes/No | Yes/Yes |
| Equipment | Yes/No | Yes/Yes |
| Inventory | Yes/No | No/No |
| Receivables | Yes/No | Yes/Yes |
| Payroll | No/No | No/Yes |
Training & Support |
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| Training | - | Unlimited |
| Support | Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives | Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives |
| Marketing | Regional advertising | Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising |
| Operations |
Franchise can be run from home. 0% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3 Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators) |
Franchise can be run from home. International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 0% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 1 - 5
Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators) |
Expansion Plans |
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| US Expansion | - | Yes |
| Canada Expansion | No | No |
| International Expansion | No | Yes |
Founded in 1983, OpenWorks provides cleaning; carpet and upholstery service; hard floor maintenance; pressure washing; window cleaning; day porter; and handyman services for large and small offices, medical facilities, hotels, restaurants and financial institutions. Master franchises are also available nationwide.
Using the experience she gained with Jani-King, Arleen Cavanaugh started her own commercial cleaning business, Bonus Building Care. The company currently serves businesses throughout the South and Midwest.