SealMaster Franchise
Thursday, May 13, 2010 at 06:17PM Retailer specializing in pavement maintenance supplies equipment
Since 1969, SealMaster locations have been providing contractors with the supplies and equipment necessary to repair pavement. Franchises in the Sandusky, Ohio-based chain manufacture and sell pavement sealers on site. SealMaster also sells concrete products, sport surfacing, traffic paints, tanks, trailers, machines, pumps and other tools. SealMaster locations hold training seminars for contractors and others who are interested in learning more about pavement maintenance.
Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees
What is the total cost to open a SealMaster Franchises?
Total Cost: $289,800-$531,000 USD
Total Franchise Fees: $20,000 USD -$35,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 5%
Ongoing Advertising Fees:
Term of Agreement: 10 years
Contact Information for SealMaster
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SealMaster |
Toll Free: (800)341-7325 |
SealMaster In the Press
No results at this time.Historical Expansion
In what year did SealMaster begin operations? 1969
When did SealMaster begin selling franchises? 1991
Year United States Canada International Corporate 2004 24 0 0 2 2003 Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available 2002 Not Available Not Available Not Available Not Available 2001 20 0 0 3 2000 22 0 0 2
Future Expansion
Countries of Interest:
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 Yes 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, Safety and Security procedures, Field support and site evaluation, Purchasing cooperatives
Marketing
Cooperative advertising, Ad slicks, National media
Franchise Operation Restrictions
8% of all franchise business owners own more than one franchise location.Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 10
Absentee ownership of this franchise business is not available to new franchisees. (100% of current franchise business owners are owner/operators)
Qualifications & Business Experience
Business Experience:
Sales experience
Franchise Analyzer Professional's Inside Information
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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