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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Archadeck vs Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $75,950 - $103,550 | $42,400 - $120,700 |
Franchise Fee | $49,500 | $15,000 |
Royalty Fee | 3%-6% | 5% |
Advertising Fee | 1.5% | - |
Year Founded | 1980 | 2006 |
Year Franchised | 1984 | 2006 |
Term Of Agreement | 8 years | 5 yeaqrs |
Term Of Agreement | 8 years | 5 yeaqrs |
Renewal Fee | - | $5000 |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | Yes/No | No/No |
Start-up Costs | No/Yes | No/No |
Equipment | No/Yes | No/No |
Inventory | No/Yes | No/No |
Receivables | Yes/No | No/No |
Payroll | Yes/No | No/No |
Training & Support |
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Training | Classroom Training: 116 hours Additional Training: Additional training | Available at headquarters: 8 days |
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. | * 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 |
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US Expansion | Yes | Yes |
Canada Expansion | No | - |
International Expansion | Yes | - |
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.
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.