Mosquito Shield vs Hydrex Franchise Comparison

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

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Mosquito Shield Franchise
Hydrex Franchise
Investment $73,100 - $106,800$84,800 - $130,200
Franchise Fee $30,000$35,000
Royalty Fee 6% - 9%-
Advertising Fee --
Year Founded -1962
Year Franchised -1962
Term Of Agreement --
Term Of Agreement --
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Mosquito Shield Franchise
Hydrex 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.

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Financing Options

 
Mosquito Shield Franchise
Hydrex Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/-
Start-up Costs -/--/-
Equipment -/--/-
Inventory -/--/-
Receivables -/--/-
Payroll -/--/-

Training & Support

 
Mosquito Shield Franchise
Hydrex Franchise
Training

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.

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Support

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.

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Marketing --
Operations

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.

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Expansion Plans

 
Mosquito Shield Franchise
Hydrex Franchise
US Expansion YesYes
Canada Expansion --
International Expansion Yes-

Company Overviews

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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About Hydrex

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For Better Health and Happier Living!

After 70 years, we like to think we’ve learned a thing or two about building and managing a pest control company. And with that kind of experience, we’re confident in our ability to show our franchisees exactly how to execute each aspect of their Hydrex business. From marketing and operations to human resources and customer service, we have systems, support and training. For those who understand the immense opportunity in the pest control industry, with a business model that allows you to build a regular, recurring revenue stream, it’s important to realize that pest control is more than just bugs and chemicals. While all our technicians are licensed pest management providers, our franchisees joined the Hydrex team because they understood that there is a vast difference between learning how to perform competent pest control services and building a thriving pest control business.