The Owner/Builder Network vs Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
The Owner/Builder Network Franchise
Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom Franchise
Investment $98,950 - $208,300$42,400 - $120,700
Franchise Fee $30,000$15,000
Royalty Fee 10%5%
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded 19972006
Year Franchised 20052006
Term Of Agreement -5 yeaqrs
Term Of Agreement -5 yeaqrs
Renewal Fee -$5000


Business Experience Requirements
 
The Owner/Builder Network Franchise
Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options
 
The Owner/Builder Network Franchise
Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees No/YesNo/No
Start-up Costs No/YesNo/No
Equipment No/YesNo/No
Inventory No/YesNo/No
Receivables No/YesNo/No
Payroll No/YesNo/No

Training & Support
 
The Owner/Builder Network Franchise
Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom Franchise
Training -Available at headquarters: 8 days
Support --
Marketing --
Operations -* 0% of all franchisees own more than one unit

* Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 9

* Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% of current franchisees are owner/operators)

Expansion Plans
 
The Owner/Builder Network Franchise
Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion No-

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 Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom

Owens Corning Sunroom Systems offer the natural appeal of a sunroom with the durability, design, comfort you'd expect in a traditional room addition. SunSuites Sunrooms employ an advanced fiberglass frame system to deliver next generation design, energy efficiency, and comfort. SunSuitesV Sunrooms feature a vinyl frame system with integrated fiberglass insulation. Unlike traditional sunrooms and patio enclosures, SunSuites sunrooms can be painted, inside and out. Energy star rated Solace windows, and a Lifetime Limited Warranty make them practical. Endless custom design options make them beautiful.