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Surface Specialists

Bathtub repair and refinishing, tub liners, bath remodeling

Investment

$43,200

Initial Franchise Fee

$36,000

Units

45

Growth Rate

-2%

Overview About Investment Territories Support Operations Ranking History

Overview

Industry Home Improvement
Founded 1981
Franchising Since 1982
Parent Company Surface Specialists Systems Inc.
Leadership Dan Kaplan, President/CEO
# of Employees at HQ 3
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Units and Growth Chart

About Surface Specialists

Surface Specialists is a repair company that has been in the bathroom and kitchen remodeling industry since 1981. The company began franchising a year later, in 1982. Surface Specialists technicians are highly skilled and offer surface restoration, refinishing, and remodeling services for bathroom and kitchen surfaces. These surfaces include bathtubs, sinks, showers, countertops, vinyl windows, and spas and hot tubs. 

Although Surface Specialists currently operates in the United States, they are looking to expand in different territories. There are over 40 Surface Specialists locations scattered across the U.S.

An ideal franchisee is typically someone who understands the repair services offered by the company. They might also be a hands-on person with a history of blue-collar work. Since the work is physical, you should probably be able to physically handle strenuous tasks. You may also need to possess managerial skills and provide great customer service.

Why You May Want to Start a Surface Specialists Franchise

As a Surface Specialists franchisee, you may enjoy the flexibility of balancing your work and personal life. You may even choose to operate your Surface Specialists franchise as a home-based business. 

Franchisees facilitate daily communication between clients and attend to any work scheduled for the day. Surface Specialists may stand out amongst competitors because they have vast experience in the bathroom and kitchen remodeling industry. When you open a Surface Specialists franchise, you will become part of a team with a well-known brand using trusted techniques and products.

You may get to enjoy having a protected territory, meaning that your Surface Specialists franchise should be given a population base to operate in without the competition of other Surface Specialists franchises. 

You might also get training support, equipment, and tools. Since franchisees complete a variety of repair, remodeling, and refinishing services, you may have the tools to make a positive impact on your community. Surface Specialists' total cost to franchise may also include signage, insurance, a computer system, business licenses, real estate costs, and funds for the initial months of operation. A multi-week training is typically included in the initial franchise fee.

What Might Make a Surface Specialists Franchise a Good Choice?

To open a Surface Specialists franchise, you should make sure you're financially ready for an initial investment made up of a franchise fee and other startup costs. In addition, you should prepare yourself for ongoing fees that will include royalty fees. Franchisees will also need to meet the company's set net worth and liquid capital requirements.

How Do You Open a Surface Specialists Franchise?

To request more Surface Specialists franchise information, you can call fill out a franchise request form. You may learn more about the opportunity by talking to the franchise team, current franchisees and reading the Surface Specialists Franchise Disclosure Document. Before making a financial commitment or signing an agreement, you must perform your due diligence and establish if this is the right opportunity for you.

If you are seen as a good fit, you may attend discovery day and submit your official application. After this, Surface Specialists generally complete a background check. Should you qualify, you may schedule to attend training and sign the franchise agreement. After completing training, you might be ready to open your Surface Specialists franchise.

Investment Details

Initial Franchise Fee $36,000
Initial Investment $43,200 - $56,000
Net Worth Requirement $75,000
Cash Requirement $25,000
Royalty Fee 5%
Ad Royalty Fee 0
Technology Fee 0
Term of Agreement 10 years
Is Franchise Term Renewable? Yes
Financing In-House
Veterans Incentive 10% off franchise fee

Available Territories

Franchising opportunities available in the following regions

Training & Support Programs

Comprehensive training and ongoing support to help you succeed

Training

On the Job Training 57-73 hours
Classroom Training 23 hours

Ongoing Support

Purchasing Co-ops
Newsletter
Meetings & Conventions
Toll-Free Line
Grand Opening
Online Support
Security & Safety Procedures
Field Operations
Franchisee Intranet Platform

Marketing Support

Ad Templates
Social Media
SEO
Website Development
Email Marketing

Operations & Requirements

Key operational details and requirements for running this franchise

Is absentee ownership allowed? No
Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit? Yes
Can this franchise be run part time? Yes
# of employees required to run 1-1
Are exclusive territories available? Yes

Ranking History

Surface Specialists performance in the Franchise rankings over recent years

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Updated: December 12th, 2022