Archadeck vs Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom Franchise Comparison

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

 
Archadeck Franchise
Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom Franchise
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 19802006
Year Franchised 19842006
Term Of Agreement 8 years5 yeaqrs
Term Of Agreement 8 years5 yeaqrs
Renewal Fee -$5000


Business Experience Requirements

 
Archadeck Franchise
Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom Franchise
Experience
  • General business experience
  • -

    Financing Options

     
    Archadeck Franchise
    Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom Franchise
      In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
    Franchise Fees Yes/NoNo/No
    Start-up Costs No/YesNo/No
    Equipment No/YesNo/No
    Inventory No/YesNo/No
    Receivables Yes/NoNo/No
    Payroll Yes/NoNo/No

    Training & Support

     
    Archadeck Franchise
    Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom Franchise
    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

     
    Archadeck Franchise
    Owens Corning SunSuites Sunroom Franchise
    US Expansion YesYes
    Canada Expansion No-
    International Expansion Yes-

    Company Overviews

    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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    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.