Weed Man vs Mosquito Shield Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Weed Man vs Mosquito Shield including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Weed Man Franchise
Mosquito Shield Franchise
Investment $69,790 - $86,850$73,100 - $106,800
Franchise Fee $20,000 - $33,750$30,000
Royalty Fee $6.2K-$12.3K/vehicle/yr.6% - 9%
Advertising Fee 20% of royalty fee-
Year Founded 1970-
Year Franchised 1976-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Term Of Agreement 10 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements
 
Weed Man Franchise
Mosquito Shield Franchise
Experience -

The ideal franchise owner for Mosquito Shield is an educated individual with experience in the business, professional and/or corporate world. With franchise licensing across the United States, there are few limitations to where a Mosquito Shield franchisee can open the doors.


Financing Options
 
Weed Man Franchise
Mosquito Shield Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees Yes/Yes-/-
Start-up Costs Yes/Yes-/-
Equipment -/Yes-/-
Inventory -/Yes-/-
Receivables -/--/-
Payroll -/--/-

Training & Support
 
Weed Man Franchise
Mosquito Shield Franchise
Training Extensive 12-day initial training at Head Office addresses all aspects of business operations, including administration, technical, marketing, business planning and budgeting. Training tools will also be provided for training employees. Ongoing training through conference calls, webinars, newsletters, site visits, phone and email correspondence.

Before commencing operation of your Mosquito Shield business, company leaders will provide, at no charge, standards and specifications for the operation of a Mosquito Shield business, including requirements for application equipment and other equipment, image, signs and procedures. Initial training for up to three people, including you, your Operations Manager and your technician will also be provided. We will either loan you one paper copy of our Operations Manual or provide you with electronic access to the Operations Manual (via Internet, extranet, or other electronic means) for the term of the franchise agreement upon your completion of our initial training program.
Support Every Weed Man Franchise is supported by their local and experienced Franchisor who serves as a personal consultant and mentor, providing experience, guidance and encouragement. The network of Weed Man Franchisors represents decades of lawn care operation experience. Their collective wisdom has been fine-tuned into a system that allows you to run a successful lawn care operation with no prior lawn care or agronomic training or knowledge.

Mosquito Shield will make available for sale to you the Mosquito Shield Protection Blend and other products designated for use in the franchise system at the current market price. Mosquito Shield will also provide you with a list of initial equipment and related products and accessories for the Mosquito Shield business for purchase from our affiliate or a supplier we designate and we will permit you to use our custom required software.
Marketing Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing-
Operations Absentee Ownership Allowed Number of Employees Required to Run: 4 - 6

With two franchise opportunities available, potential investors have the flexibility to chose the option that’s right for them. Either through a new, start-up franchise or a pest control business conversion program, both franchise options are optional business models and come with a variety of support from the franchisor. New franchise owners will be provided with optional ongoing training opportunities, along with advertising advantages and promotional materials associated with the Mosquito Shield name. For operational purposes, van customization is also available at a cost through the franchise agreement. Both franchise models offer the revolutionary Mosquito Shield Protection Blend, for optimal mosquito and tick control and eradication.

Expansion Plans
 
Weed Man Franchise
Mosquito Shield Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion -Yes

Company Overviews

About Weed Man

Weed Man opened its first location in 1970 and started franchising the concept in 1976. Throughout the years, Weed Man has been committed to delivering superior lawn care services to residential customers across North America. Currently sold out in Canada, Weed Man has seen rapid growth across the US in over 250 territories since 2000. With over $100 million in system sales, Weed Man is the leading franchised lawn care company in the green industry.

Franchisor is seeking new franchise units throughout the U.S.,Canada and Eastern Europe  
Veteran Incentives 25% off franchise fee

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#111 in Canada's Top franchises.
#7 in Gator's Top franchises.
#102 in Franchise 500 for 2020.
#320 in Franchise 500 for 2021.








About Mosquito Shield

Mosquito Shield is a mosquito and tick control company that uses professionally applied mosquito spray to kill and repel mosquitoes and ticks. Using a three-pronged approach and a one-of-a-kind protection blend treatment, Mosquito Shield masks carbon dioxide - which attracts mosquitos - and repels them away from the property. The spray adheres to vegetation, wood, stone/brick and other organic materials, creating a vertical barrier that strengthens with each visit. Only Mosquito Shield uses FlexBlend spray technology and monitors both mosquito population and weather conditions to maximize effectiveness, making adjustments when needed, to deliver superior results and satisfaction. Mosquito Shield was conceptualized in 2001 in North Attleboro, Massachusetts by David Briggs. It was clear to Briggs that available mosquito control products like body sprays, candles and mosquito magnets were inadequate, and there was a lack of an effective residential mosquito control service. During the next 15 years, prior to the company's 2012 launch, Briggs and Mosquito Shield developers researched the science behind the life cycle of mosquitoes, tested various application methods and products and determined optimum application frequency. Early testing showed that just applying standard control materials (with water) didn't deliver measurable and consistent results. After further study, Briggs developed a patent-pending barrier spray that, regardless of when started, lasts for weeks and grows in strength as the season progresses. That formula breakthrough led to early success for Mosquito Shield and has put the company at the forefront of outdoor mosquito and tick control.

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