Roto-Rooter vs Handyman Pro Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Roto-Rooter vs Handyman Pro including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Roto-Rooter Franchise
Handyman Pro Franchise
Investment $84,920 - $255,000$99,125 - $139,500
Franchise Fee $25,000 - $75,000$60,000
Royalty Fee Varies6%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded 19352018
Year Franchised 19352018
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Roto-Rooter Franchise
Handyman Pro Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
Roto-Rooter Franchise
Handyman Pro Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees No/No-/Yes
Start-up Costs No/No-/Yes
Equipment No/No-/Yes
Inventory No/No-/Yes
Receivables No/No-/Yes
Payroll No/No-/Yes

Training & Support
 
Roto-Rooter Franchise
Handyman Pro Franchise
Training Company-wide meetings On-The-Job Training: 4 hours Classroom Training: 76 hours
Support Newsletter, Meetings, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluationsNewsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing -Ad Templates Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing
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 NOT allowed.

 Absentee Ownership Allowed

Expansion Plans
 
Roto-Rooter Franchise
Handyman Pro Franchise
US Expansion -Yes
Canada Expansion NoYes
International Expansion Yes-

Company Overviews

About Roto-Rooter

In business since 1935, Roto-Rooter provides plumbing repair and sewer-drain cleaning services to homeowners, businesses, towns and cities. As a prospective franchisee, you will be associated with the recognized leader in the industry - in fact, the creator of the industry.Roto-Rooter currently has a network of more than 600 franchisees and affiliates, both in the United States and throughout the world - a network of dedicated business people with whom you would be associated. What Is Our Future Goal? Our commitment is to expand into selected international markets by establishing exclusive master franchise agreements. As a master franchisee, you will enjoy the many benefits that come from an association with Roto-Rooter - benefits that will help you develop your franchise and succeed as an international franchisee.

About Handyman Pro

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Handyman Pro, one of the country’s fastest-growing home repair and remodeling franchises, has built a tradition of excellence in residential and commercial handyman services. By bridging the gap between the small-time solo handyman and large remodeling contractors or companies, you’ll provide your clients with far-ranging services such as carpentry, electrical, gutters, siding, windows, doors, masonry, plumbing, HOA maintenance, landscaping, construction cleanup, furniture assembly, and more.