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Handyman Connection Franchise

Small repair and remodeling jobs

Handyman Connection® is part of the high demand, high growth home improvement services industry. Founded in 1990, Handyman Connection was created to address the question that many homeowners still have today. Where can I find qualified, reliable craftsman to do the small home repairs and small remodeling jobs in my home that I don't have the time, tools, or talent to do myself? And today, Handyman Connection continues to be the answer to that question for hundreds of thousands of homeowners across the United States and Canada.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

What is the total cost to open a Handyman Connection Franchises?

Total Cost: $65,000 USD -$110,000 USD
Total Franchise Fees: $25,000 USD -$40,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 5%
Ongoing Advertising Fees: Not Available
Term of Agreement: 10 years
Franchise Agreement Renewal Fee: 10% of franchise fee

Contact Information for Handyman Connection

Handyman Connection
10250 Alliance Rd., #100
Cincinnati, OH
45242

Phone Number: (513) 771-3003 ext. 236
Toll Free: (800)466-5530
Fax Number: (513)771-6439

Franchise Homepage:

Handyman Connection In the Press

No results at this time.

Historical Expansion

In what year did Handyman Connection begin operations? 1990
When did Handyman Connection begin selling franchises? 1993

Year United States Canada International Corporate
2005 108 24 0 1
2004 113 24 0 2
2003 115 24 0 2
2002 104 24 0 5
2001 78 25 0 5

Future Expansion

Countries of Interest: Canada,

Franchise Financing Information

Cost In House Financing Available? 3rd Party Financing Available?
Franchise Fee No No
Initial Start-up Capital No No
Plant, Property, and Equipment No No
Inventory No No
Accounts Receivable No No
Payroll No No

Training & Support

Support
In the Pressletter, Meetings, Toll free phone number, Grand opening support, Internet referrals, Field support and site evaluation, Purchasing cooperatives
Marketing
Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising support

Franchise Operation Restrictions

2% of all franchise business owners own more than one franchise location.

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 3

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (95% of current franchise business owners are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:
  • General business experience
  • Sales & marketing experience
  • Franchise Analyzer Professional's Inside Information

    Can you buy this franchise for no money down? Yes
    What key terms in the franchise agreement can be negotiated? Cross-default provisions, arbitration clause, personal guarantee, default cure periods, non-compete agreement, favorable valuations for corporate buyout
    Can you negotiate lower royalties during start-up? Yes
    Can you purchase multiple franchises for a discounted franchise fee? Yes
    Can you receive lower advertising fees? Yes
    Will I know when the franchise break even? Yes
    Will my personal assets including my home be safe in case my franchise business fails? Yes
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