Kitchen Tune-Up vs RSU Contractors Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Kitchen Tune-Up vs RSU Contractors including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Kitchen Tune-Up Franchise
RSU Contractors Franchise
Investment $94,973 - $129,077$66,000 - $156,500
Franchise Fee $72,000$20,000
Royalty Fee 7%-2%-
Advertising Fee 1%-
Year Founded 1986-
Year Franchised 1988-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Kitchen Tune-Up Franchise
RSU Contractors Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
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    Financing Options
     
    Kitchen Tune-Up Franchise
    RSU Contractors Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/No-/-
    Start-up Costs Yes/No-/-
    Equipment Yes/No-/-
    Inventory Yes/No-/-
    Receivables No/No-/-
    Payroll No/No-/-

    Training & Support
     
    Kitchen Tune-Up Franchise
    RSU Contractors Franchise
    Training Classroom Training: 92 hours Additional Training: Online pre-training/post-training webinars -
    Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform -
    Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app � Neighborhood Blitz campaigns � High tech and grassroots � Home Maintenance Program � Constant contact with clients � Customer Relationship Management (CRM) � Technology and social media to stay connected � Programs to establish your Franchise as the "Brand of Excellence"! � Truck Graphics and Wraps � Lawn signs � Brochures � Team Uniforms � Handouts & Program Guides Website -- WWW.RSUcontractors.com
    Operations Franchise can be run from home.

    International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses

    Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3

    Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (99% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

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    Expansion Plans
     
    Kitchen Tune-Up Franchise
    RSU Contractors Franchise
    US Expansion Yes-
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion No-

    Company Overviews

    About Kitchen Tune-Up

    Dave Haglund began a cabinet distributorship in 1975 and found his market niche while visiting a customer's home in 1986. Noticing that the 6-year-old kitchen was starting to look a little run-down, but wasn't ready to be remodeled, he offered to touch up some of the worn areas. When the customer was thrilled with the results, Haglund realized the market potential of this concept. After years of testing and perfecting his process of restoring interior wood surfaces, Haglund began franchising in 1989. There are now Kitchen Tune-Up franchises throughout North America. Both retail and homebased franchises are available. Franchisees offer wood restoration and repair for both residential and commercial customers, as well as finish recoating, door replacement and a branded line of custom cabinets. In addition, franchisees may offer shelf lining, replacement hardware, cabinet organizing accessories, and wood care and maintenance.

    Veteran Incentives  $7,900 off franchise fee


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    #315 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
    #324 in Franchise 500 for 2021.


    About RSU Contractors

    RSU Contractors is a Franchise Organization comprised of dynamic General Contractors who specialize in Full Service Remodeling and Home Maintenance Programs. We are the only U.S. franchise to have both large-scale home remodeling AND home maintanance options for homeowners. Our Vision is to be the premier brand in the Remodeling and Maintenance Industry for each local community all across America. The RSU Contractors concept offers full service remodeling and construction projects, handyman services and establishes market share dominance with a periodic maintenance program for residential and commercial customers. The focus of these services may shift in various markets due to the expertise of the franchisee operation, specific geographic or territory demographics, area climate and the wants and needs of the client base. Some service areas may require pre-screening to ensure competency and that quality standards can be properly delivered to the client. * Whole House Renovations * Additions and all types of structures * Master Suites * Sunrooms & Porches * Outdoor projects & Garages * Family Dens & Great Rooms * Kitchen & Baths * Design / Build Projects * Office, Studios, Build-outs & Store-fronts We are committed to the Success of our Franchisee!!! Come Join Our Team Today