The Owner/Builder Network vs Archadeck Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of The Owner/Builder Network vs Archadeck including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
The Owner/Builder Network Franchise
Archadeck Franchise
Investment $98,950 - $208,300$75,950 - $103,550
Franchise Fee $30,000$49,500
Royalty Fee 10%3%-6%
Advertising Fee -1.5%
Year Founded 19971980
Year Franchised 20051984
Term Of Agreement -8 years
Term Of Agreement -8 years
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
The Owner/Builder Network Franchise
Archadeck Franchise
Experience -
  • General business experience
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    Financing Options
     
    The Owner/Builder Network Franchise
    Archadeck Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees No/YesYes/No
    Start-up Costs No/YesNo/Yes
    Equipment No/YesNo/Yes
    Inventory No/YesNo/Yes
    Receivables No/YesYes/No
    Payroll No/YesYes/No

    Training & Support
     
    The Owner/Builder Network Franchise
    Archadeck Franchise
    Training - Classroom Training: 116 hours Additional Training: Additional training
    Support -Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Field Operations Site Selection Franchisee Intranet Platform
    Marketing -Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app
    Operations - Franchise can be run from home.

    International franchisees required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 5% of all franchisees own more than one unit

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

    Absentee ownership of franchise allowed.


    Expansion Plans
     
    The Owner/Builder Network Franchise
    Archadeck Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion NoNo
    International Expansion NoYes

    Company Overviews

    About The Owner/Builder Network

    Owner Builder Network is best described as a team of experts helping clients... Be their own builder.
    Owner Builder Network was founded outside of Houston Texas in 1997. A good builder today is someone that has connections with contractors and suppliers. With Owner Builder Network clients are in control. They will know exactly what is going into their home. They will know who is and isn't getting paid on their investment and why. The money they save by getting more than one bid and shopping wisely goes into their pocket - not the builder's. One of the highlights is the network they put the customer in when they close. This network consists of hundreds of contractors and suppliers that will bid on the project at a volume builders discount.
    Owner Builder Network also has several national accounts that can help clients save even more.

    About Archadeck

    At Archadeck, we fully understand that your success leads to our success. So our team is fully committed to whatever it takes to support you and your goals as a business owner. And by being part of the Outdoor Living Brands family of franchise companies, this support system expands exponentially. You’ll have access to responsive support from a team of business professionals in all the key disciplines you’ll need.
    We offer:
    -Lead Generation
    -Marketing Support
    -Customer Loyalty and Retention
    -Technology Platform
    -Franchise Partner Network Serving homeowners and builders throughout the United States, Japan and the United Kingdom.

    Veteran Incentives  15% off franchise fee (30% off in May and November)
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