Gemini Tub Repair vs The Screen Machine Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Gemini Tub Repair vs The Screen Machine including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Gemini Tub Repair Franchise
The Screen Machine Franchise
Investment $30,500 - $34,800$47,000 - $72,100
Franchise Fee $15,000$25,000
Royalty Fee $49/wk.5%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19841986
Year Franchised 20031988
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years
Renewal Fee 10% of franchise fee$2K


Business Experience Requirements

 
Gemini Tub Repair Franchise
The Screen Machine Franchise
Experience -
  • General business experience
  • Marketing skills

  • Financing Options

     
    Gemini Tub Repair Franchise
    The Screen Machine Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/NoNo/Yes
    Start-up Costs No/NoNo/No
    Equipment No/NoNo/Yes
    Inventory No/NoNo/Yes
    Receivables No/NoNo/No
    Payroll No/NoNo/No

    Training & Support

     
    Gemini Tub Repair Franchise
    The Screen Machine Franchise
    Training --
    Support Newsletter, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluationsMeetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Purchasing cooperatives
    Marketing -Co-op advertising, Ad slicks
    Operations Franchise can be run from home.

    0% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

    Franchise can be run from home.

    13% of all franchisees own more than one unit

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 1

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


    Expansion Plans

     
    Gemini Tub Repair Franchise
    The Screen Machine Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion NoNo

    Company Overviews

    About Gemini Tub Repair

    Gemini Tub Repair is currently seeking franchise partners to join our rapidly growing franchise network. Opportunities are available with an established reputation for excellence and strong industry relationships in a business that enjoys both extremely low start-up costs and the potential for a tremendous return on your investment.

    Reasons To Invest in a Gemini Tub Repair Franchise

    *Low cost start-up

    * Large Exclusive Territory

    *The Luxury of Adding Additional Staff - it's up to you

    *Low on-going expenses

    * High potential return on investment

    *A large percentage of your business referred to you

    *Non-advertised warranty work from tub manufacturers

    *An Outstanding Opportunity to Secure Your Future GEMINI TUB REPAIR may be the choice for you. Call: 1.800.365.2807

    Gemini Tub Repair is an outstanding opportunity to secure your future in a bathtub repair and refinishing industry!

    About The Screen Machine

    The Screen MachineĀ® is a mobile door and window screening business. They travel to your home or business to provide custom installation, fabrication and repair of window and door screening products. They specialize in screen doors, window screens, shade screens, pet grills, pet doors and other window covering products. The Screen MachineĀ® currently offer their services in many locations throughout California. The Screen MachineĀ® is considered by many to be the finest and friendliest window and door screening service in the country. They take pride in offering a wide selection of the highest quality window and door screening products available.