Valcourt Building Services vs Men In Kilts Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Valcourt Building Services vs Men In Kilts including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Valcourt Building Services Franchise
Men In Kilts Franchise
Investment $25,000 - $30,000$73,135 - $97,785
Franchise Fee N/A$17,000 - $68,000
Royalty Fee -5%-8%
Advertising Fee -2%
Year Founded 19862002
Year Franchised 19972010
Term Of Agreement -5 years
Term Of Agreement -5 years
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Valcourt Building Services Franchise
Men In Kilts Franchise
Experience -

The ideal Men In Kilts candidate will possess the following skill, experience and strengths: Sales and Marketing experience-have a sales, marketing, management and/or operations background, people skills-have strong people skills and enjoy working with teams, and enjoys having fun-enjoys the fun aspects of the Men In Kilts brand and culture.


Financing Options
 
Valcourt Building Services Franchise
Men In Kilts Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/-
Start-up Costs -/--/-
Equipment -/--/-
Inventory -/--/-
Receivables -/--/-
Payroll -/--/-

Training & Support
 
Valcourt Building Services Franchise
Men In Kilts Franchise
Training -

Our franchise owners are trained on all aspects of the Men In Kilts operations, from the safety and technical details of the service, to the big picture of managing the business successfully. The program is a combination of training at our head office, extensive in-field hands on training, and ongoing coaching and support calls. 7-10 days of start-up training at our head office. On-going support and coaching.

Support --
Marketing --
Operations --

Expansion Plans
 
Valcourt Building Services Franchise
Men In Kilts Franchise
US Expansion -Yes
Canada Expansion -Yes
International Expansion --

Company Overviews

About Valcourt Building Services

High rise commercial window cleaning. Sales, receivable risk and liability insurance can be handled by franchisor.
Valcourt Building Services works with building owners and property managers to provide preventative maintenance, repairs, safety consulting, and comprehensive building envelope restorations to extend the life of a structure and protect property value. Valcourt works on commercial office buildings, high-rise residential buildings, parking garages, stadiums, hospitality buildings, and healthcare buildings.

About Men In Kilts

Someone has to do the dirty work! This means that as long as homes and commercial properties exist, you will benefit from steady demand. From one-time cleans to seasonal services and recurring business, your franchise will have the opportunity for long-term success.

  • Little to No Inventory
  • Free Nights and Weekends
  • Flexible Hours
  • Affordable Start-Up Costs
  • Low Competitive Risk
Men In Kilts is North America's most exciting Window Cleaning, Gutter Cleaning, Siding Cleaning and Pressure Washing franchise opportunity. Positioned to serve the growing demands of the multi-billion dollar cleaning and building maintenance industry, the Men In Kilts concept is about building a national brand that delivers an unparalleled level of professional service to both the residential and commercial markets.Men In Kilts offers qualified veterans 5% off the initial franchise fee.