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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Creative Colors vs Safe-Dry Carpet Cleaning including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $179,125 - $266,650 | $19,900 - And Up |
Franchise Fee | $49,500 | N/A |
Royalty Fee | 7.5% | - |
Advertising Fee | 1% | - |
Year Founded | 1980 | - |
Year Franchised | 1991 | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Term Of Agreement | 10 years | - |
Renewal Fee | up to 20% of current fee | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | No/Yes | -/- |
Start-up Costs | No/Yes | -/- |
Equipment | No/Yes | -/- |
Inventory | No/No | -/- |
Receivables | No/No | -/- |
Payroll | No/No | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | Franchisee must participate in an initial training and familiarization course of three weeks duration held in Mokena, IL. You'll learn sales and marketing techniques, financial controls, upholstery coloring, restoration and repair methods, and other administrative and operational aspects of the Creative Colors International business. In addition, a Creative Colors International field representative will spend one week with you in your territory around the time your business commences operations to help you get started. On-The-Job Training: 40+ hours Classroom Training: 120+ hours | - |
Support | As a Creative Colors International franchise owner, you'll receive periodic visits from a trained field representative, who will provide guidance and quality control, and answer any questions you may have. In addition, you will receive a copy of the Creative Colors International Confidential Operations Manual, Training Manual and Employee Manual, which covers the policies and procedures involved in running your business. As the manuals are updated, revisions will be made available to you. And, of course, we'll be only a phone call away for answers to questions that arise during the day-to-day operation of your franchise, as well as having our Intranet available 24/7. Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Field Operations Site Selection Franchisee Intranet Platform | - |
Marketing | Regional advertising | - |
Operations |
Franchise can be run from home. 20% of all franchisees own more than one unit Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 1 - 4
Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators) | - |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | - |
Canada Expansion | No | - |
International Expansion | Yes | - |
Owning your own business doesn't have to mean working long hours. If you'd like to spend more time with the kids, playing golf, or if punching a time clock is not your thing, a SAFE-DRY carpet cleaning franchise is the business for you. A SAFE-DRY franchise offers you the flexibility of scaling your business to the level you desire. If you choose to operate your own van, your potential profits can be as much as US$50,000 a year. Hire additional staff to run multiple vans and you become the boss. Work at running your business, not working in it. Put the management in place to oversee day-to-day operations and free up your time to do the things you enjoy! Sure, there are many carpet cleaning franchise options out there. So what sets SAFE-DRY apart? First, it's our name. SAFE-DRY says it all. The name originated after we heard customers express their concern over "safe solutions." They were worried about harsh chemicals being brought into their home. Others didn't like the sticky residue that was left behind by some cleaners. They wanted a solution that dried faster and didn't pose the risk of mold or mildew in the padding. Hence the name - 1-800-SAFE-DRY . Safe, defined as "free from danger" and dry, defined as, "free from excess moisture." It was the perfect choice and it truly says it all. Secondly, it's our experience. After 17 years as franchisees in the carpet cleaning industry, Vernon and Dolores Jernigan sold their interests and began operations independently in Huntsville, AL under the trademarked SAFE-DRY name. With a safe, hypoallergenic product free of soap and detergents, the Jernigans knew they had an excellent service that would attract clients throughout North Alabama. But their vision extended far beyond providing retail cleaning services. They wanted to offer SAFE-DRY franchises as an opportunity for entrepreneurs to own their own business, be successful, and live the American dream. Now with 18 years in the industry and vast franchising experience, SAFE-DRY offers an excellent program that supports franchisees with start-up, equips them to be successful, and supports them all along the journey. Finally, it's the way we treat franchisees. We want you to be successful and we give you the tools and support to realize your potential. When you become a SAFE-DRY franchisee, you are provided the equipment needed to fully outfit one service van AND the supplies required for one month's typical operation. PLUS, we don't load you down with unreasonable fees, recurring charges, or hidden costs. The Benefits: A simple, easy-to-learn and effective cleaning solution Combined 45 years of staff industry experience Low-cost investment with potential for high profit margins A full line of hypoallergenic cleaning solutions A marketable name customers will trust Customer support for our team of franchisees Discovery day prior to your decision to purchase Franchised service areas that correlate with your yellow page boundaries Easy-to-read and easily understood operations manual Superior support and training Light-weight equipment easy to use by any employee Professional website provided Highly experienced marketing team Packages start at US$4,900 down Lower end of total investment range begins at US$19,900 If you are interested in taking the next step to find out if a Safe-Dry Carpet Cleaning franchise could work for you, please fill in the form below.