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Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of USA Insulation vs PERMA-DRY Systems including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.
Start-Up Costs and Fees |
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Investment | $170,500 - $346,000 | $180,000 - And Up |
Franchise Fee | $50,000 | $18,500 |
Royalty Fee | 5% | 5% |
Advertising Fee | 2% | - |
Year Founded | 1985 | 1980 |
Year Franchised | 2007 | 1990 |
Term Of Agreement | 5 years +5+5+5 | 5 years +5 |
Term Of Agreement | 5 years +5+5+5 | 5 years +5 |
Renewal Fee | - | - |
Business Experience Requirements |
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Experience | - | - |
Financing Options |
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In-House/3rd Party | In-House/3rd Party | |
Franchise Fees | -/- | -/- |
Start-up Costs | -/Yes | -/- |
Equipment | -/Yes | -/- |
Inventory | -/Yes | -/- |
Receivables | -/Yes | -/- |
Payroll | -/Yes | -/- |
Training & Support |
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Training | USA Insulation provides an initial 3-4 week training program. There is a mix of classroom learning, practical application and on-the-job training. You will be certified by the best in the business - USA Insulation's Training & Sales team. On-The-Job Training: 32 hours Classroom Training: 32 hours | Headquarters in Dartmouth, NS 2 Weeks |
Support | USA Insulation supports our Franchisees throughout the Franchise process. From Training and Site Selection to Sales and Continuing Education, our support team is there to guide you through the growth of your business. Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform | Central Data Processing Field Operation Evaluation Field Training Franchisee Newsletter Regional or National Meetings 800 Telephone Hotline |
Marketing | The sales process starts with marketing and lead generation. We will provide our franchisees with marketing tools including television, radio and print creative, direct mailer pieces and couponing methods. We will also be provide our various proven lead generating programs. In addition, we will provide guidance and expertise on media planning and strategies. Every market is different, so USA Insulation is committed to tailoring a Marketing Campaign to your market's needs. Ad Templates Social media Website development | - |
Operations | The USA Insulation System incorporates lead generation, Sales, Installation, Management, and everything in between. All Franchisees are given an Operations Manual as a ready reference, and support staff is only a call away. Our proven systems for Sales, Installation and Revenue Generation are time-tested and refined by Francorp, one of the Franchise industry leaders. Absentee Ownership Allowed Number of Employees Required to Run: 8 - 12 | Average Number of Employees: 1 Full-time, 1 Part-time Passive Ownership: Allowed, But Discouraged |
Expansion Plans |
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US Expansion | Yes | Yes |
Canada Expansion | - | - |
International Expansion | - | Yes |
NO LONGER FRANCHISING
Provision of services in the restoration of concrete surfaces and structures, using products and following a repair system prescribed and developed by the franchisor. These crack repair and concrete specialists are encouraged to expand and diversify their business in any area where concrete products are used or repairs are required.