Critter Control vs Pestmaster Services Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Critter Control vs Pestmaster Services including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Critter Control Franchise
Pestmaster Services Franchise
Investment $70,900 - $199,475$43,260 - $88,860
Franchise Fee $54,875 - $91,900$17,500 - $35,000
Royalty Fee 7%4-7%
Advertising Fee 1%-
Year Founded 19831979
Year Franchised 19871991
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years
Term Of Agreement 10 years10 years
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Critter Control Franchise
Pestmaster Services Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
Critter Control Franchise
Pestmaster Services Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees No/YesNo/Yes
Start-up Costs No/YesNo/Yes
Equipment No/YesNo/Yes
Inventory No/YesNo/Yes
Receivables No/NoNo/No
Payroll No/NoNo/Yes

Training & Support
 
Critter Control Franchise
Pestmaster Services Franchise
Training Classroom Training: 5 days Additional Training: At existing franchise locations On-The-Job Training: 2 weeks Classroom Training: 1 week Additional Training: At Pestmaster University
Support Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Field Operations
Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional AdvertisingCo-op Advertising Ad Templates
Operations Franchise can be run from home.

8% of all franchisees own more than one unit

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 1- 3

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

Absentee Ownership Allowed

Number of Employees Required to Run: 2

Expansion Plans
 
Critter Control Franchise
Pestmaster Services Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion YesNo
International Expansion YesYes

Company Overviews

About Critter Control

While working as a chimney cleaner, Kevin Clark was often asked to remove animals from chimneys. Seeing the need for such services, Clark formed Clark's Critter Control in 1983 to remove animals from attics, decks and other areas for pest control companies.

Critter Control was incorporated in 1986 to offer businesses and homeowners a variety of wildlife control services. These services include repairing damage made by the animal and performing pest management such as screening vents, installing chimney caps and closing entry holes to make sure animals can't come back. The company also provides on-call services for cities that do not have their own animal control agencies.

Depending on the size of the territory in which your franchise is located, the initial franchise fee will be between $54,875 and $91,900, which may be discounted if you operated a wildlife and/or pest control business (other than under a Critter Control franchise agreement) prior to the signing of the franchise agreement. The estimated initial investment to begin operation of a Critter Control Franchise ranges from $70,900 to $199,475. This sum does not include the rent for the business location or other real estate costs or the costs of purchasing any existing customer contracts of one or both of our affiliates Trutech, LLC and/or Critter Control Operations, Inc., that may be in the territory assigned to you and that you are required to purchase from such affiliate, which may cost in excess of $250,000. Of your estimated initial investment, between $54,875 and $91,900, plus the cost of purchasing such customer contracts, is payable to the franchisor.
Veteran Incentives  $5,000 off franchise fee & 100% financing
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About Pestmaster Services

The service industry is the fastest growing segment of the American economy. The Pestmaster Franchise Network may be the best business opportunity available! Make the right choice!!! Contact us today!!! As a Pestmaster Franchise, you will benefit from:
 NAME RECOGNITION: Begin your first day of business with a recognized name. Pestmaster Services has franchises and branches coast to coast.
 PROTECTED GEOGRAPHICAL AREA: Each franchise is granted an exclusive, geographical area.
 EXPANDED CUSTOMER BASE: The Pestmaster Franchise program will help you to expand your menu of services. You will be able to increase your customer contacts and multiply your sales potential by performing compatible services ideally suited to your market. Our contracts department will constantly be seeking out contracts in your area.
 VOLUME BUYING POWER: Purchase insurance, equipment, materials, and supplies at volume discounts. You will have access to software specifically designed for the pest control industry.
 EDUCATION: You will receive ongoing training and support on methods for expanding your market. Pestmaster has a library of Training and Study Materials that you will have the right to use.
 TEAM UP WITH AN ELITE TEAM OF PEST CONTROL OPERATORS: We are looking for quality operators to join the commitment to quality service with the determination to be the first name in pest control.
 AND THERE'S MORE!! You can either buy a franchise and start your own business, or if you currently own your own pest control company, you can convert your operation into a successful Pestmaster Franchise!! If you would like to receive additional information or talk to our sales representative, call us today at (800) 525-8866 or email us at: [email protected]

Veteran Incentives  14-50% off franchise fee