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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Forcefield 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 | $84,000 - And Up | $42,400 - $120,700 |
Franchise Fee | N/A | $15,000 |
Royalty Fee | - | 5% |
Advertising Fee | - | - |
Year Founded | 2004 | 2006 |
Year Franchised | 2006 | 2006 |
Term Of Agreement | - | 5 yeaqrs |
Term Of Agreement | - | 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 | -/- | No/No |
Start-up Costs | -/- | No/No |
Equipment | -/- | No/No |
Inventory | -/- | No/No |
Receivables | -/- | No/No |
Payroll | -/- | No/No |
Training & Support |
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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 |
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US Expansion | - | Yes |
Canada Expansion | - | - |
International Expansion | - | - |
Forcefield Hurricane Protection Systems is the only franchised national
brand of hurricane protection products and installation.
Forcefield provides clients one stop shopping convenience for the
permitting and installation of all types and styles of hurricane
shutters, electrical generators, garage doors, roof reinforcements and
other products to fortify homes, businesses and municipal buildings
against the ravages of a storm.
Forcefield Hurricane Protection Systems also assists clients in attaining the available insurance discounts.
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.