Waterway Co-op vs AR WORKSHOP Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees
 
Waterway Co-op Franchise
AR WORKSHOP Franchise
Investment $100,000 - And Up$71,449 - $125,666
Franchise Fee $30,000$25,000
Royalty Fee 06%
Advertising Fee 01%
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Business Experience Requirements
 
Waterway Co-op Franchise
AR WORKSHOP Franchise
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. -

Financing Options
 
Waterway Co-op Franchise
AR WORKSHOP Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
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Training & Support
 
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Expansion Plans
 
Waterway Co-op Franchise
AR WORKSHOP Franchise
US Expansion Yes-
Canada Expansion --
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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 AR WORKSHOP

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Our AR WORKSHOP DIY workshop franchise opportunity is a way to make a living and to become integrated in your community offering hands-on classes to create customizable home decor pieces out of raw materials including wood, canvas and other media. Wine and beer may be sold or brought on a bring-your-own beverage basis by customers of your workshop. We do not have one particular idea of what a workshop owner should look like, which means our franchise partners come from all walks of life.

The total investment necessary to begin operation of an AR WORKSHOP franchise is between $71,449 and $125,666. This includes $27,280 that must be paid to the franchisor or affiliate for the operation of one outlet and $22,280 that must be paid to the franchisor or affiliate for operation of a second or subsequent outlet.

Veteran Incentives 10% off franchise fee

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