Waterway Co-op vs Pool Scouts Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Waterway Co-op vs Pool Scouts including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Waterway Co-op Franchise
Pool Scouts Franchise
Investment $100,000 - And Up$80,400 - $153,300
Franchise Fee $30,000$20,000
Royalty Fee 08%
Advertising Fee 02%
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Business Experience Requirements

 
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Experience You must have an interest in the fire-fighting industry. Ideally be a career or volunteer fire-fighter or know someone with that background who can participate. Should be able to find funds for the one time franchise fee of $30,000, which gives you the rights to the custom built Waterway testing system, the marketing and advertising designs, network support and training, the 24 hour software test record program.. and 20 years of experience! Plus a further $30,000 for all the hose and ladder testing equipment- the pump, adaptors, hose rolling tables, ladder testing tools... everything you need to get started. This EXCLUDES the trailer which will need to be purchased separately for approx $6,000. You should allow for a further $15,000 - $25,000 to cover 'soft' costs such as insurance, admin, crew clothing, working capital etc. -

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Training & Support

 
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Expansion Plans

 
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US Expansion YesYes
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Company Overviews

About Waterway Co-op

Waterway is the fastest growing fire-hose testing company in the USA through its rapidly expanding franchise network. In most States, no formal competition anywhere means you can build your given territory your way. State of the art equipment means most efficient system for Fire Departments and virtual guarantee of repeat business. You can benefit from 30 years of experience and trade secrets. Profit opportunities from numerous services and products lead to highly lucrative returns. Low risk, steady growth and relatively low investment costs. Recession proof.. hose testing is an annual NFPA requirement. On going training and franchise support always available.. you're IN business yourself but not BY yourself. Build your own financial future with a proven business model and the experience of 30 years in the business.

About Pool Scouts

The Pool Scouts franchise model gives you the independence you’re looking for in running your own business, but it’s backed with a strong support team at the home office to provide guidance, answer questions and be there for you when you need a lifesaver.Take a deep dive into our team profiles and you’ll see that our leadership is steeped in franchise knowledge (over 80 years combined!), with skills and experience across marketing, operations, finance and customer service.
The day you sign on as a Pool Scouts franchisee, we are working for you.
As a franchisee, you’ll benefit from our established brand and a strong marketing and operations team ready to provide you with tools to recruit and serve your customers.  We help you navigate the waters to a successful and easy-to-manage operation.

The approximate total investment necessary to begin operation of a single Pool Scouts franchise business is currently $80,400 to $133,300. This includes $47,400 to $58,800 that must be paid to the franchisor or its affiliate(s).
The total investment necessary to begin operation of one Pool Scouts franchised business under an area development agreement is currently $92,900 to $153,300. This includes $59,900 to $83,600 that must be paid to the franchisor. The minimum number of Pool Scouts franchised businesses required to be opened under an area development agreement is 2.

#298 in Franchise 500 for 2021.  Not in Franchise 500 for 2020.