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Sparkle Wash Franchise

On-site power wash cleaning services

SparkleWash was founded in 1965 and began franchising in 1967. It is based in Cleveland, Ohio, and has locations throughout the United States and internationally. It provides power washing services for transportation, residential, industrial and commercial customers.

SparkleWash is the world's leading power wash company. We are an international franchise network specializing in cleaning, restoring, and preserving anything, anywhere, and anytime! We are the only power wash ranked by Entrepreneur and Franchise Times magazines. SparkleWash provides you with the security of knowing that when your local franchisee tackles your job, he or she has the complete support of our entire worldwide technical support network behind him.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

What is the total cost to open a Sparkle Wash Franchises?

Total Cost: $35,000 USD -$95,000 USD
Total Franchise Fees: $18,000 USD -$50,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 3-5%
Ongoing Advertising Fees:
Term of Agreement: 20 years

Contact Information for Sparkle Wash

Sparkle Wash
26851 Richmond Rd.
Cleveland, OH
44146

Phone Number: (216)464-4212
Toll Free: (800)321-0770
Fax Number: (216)464-8869

Franchise Homepage:

Sparkle Wash In the Press

No results at this time.

Historical Expansion

In what year did Sparkle Wash begin operations? 1965
When did Sparkle Wash begin selling franchises? 1967

Year United States Canada International Corporate
2005 77 1 36 1
2004 76 1 36 1
2003 74 1 36 1
2002 80 1 84 1
2001 83 0 84 1

Future Expansion

Countries of Interest:

Franchise Financing Information

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

3rd Party Financing Available? Financing Source(s): Ford Motor Credit

Training & Support

Training
Additional training available as needed
Support
In the Pressletter, Meetings, Toll free phone number, Internet referrals, Safety and Security procedures, Field support and site evaluation
Marketing
Ad slicks

Franchise Operation Restrictions

This franchise can be run as a home based business franchise.

International franchise business owners required to buy multiple units/master licenses; 10% of all franchise business owners own more than one franchise location.

Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 2

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (80% of current franchise business owners are owner/operators)

Qualifications & Business Experience

Business Experience:
  • General business 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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