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Apr262010

Swisher Hygiene Franchise

Restroom hygiene and commercial pest control

Swisher Hygiene was founded in 1983 and began franchising in 1989. The Charlotte, North Carolina-based company has franchise units throughout the United States and internationally. Founded to provide restroom hygiene services, Swisher recently added commercial pest control to its offerings.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

What is the total cost to open a Swisher Hygiene Franchises?

Total Cost: $44,200-$170,100
Total Franchise Fees: $35,000 USD -$85,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 6%
Ongoing Advertising Fees:
Term of Agreement: 5 years
Franchise Agreement Renewal Fee: Varies

Contact Information for Swisher Hygiene

Swisher Hygiene Franchise Corp.
6849 Fairview Rd.
Charlotte, NC
28210

Phone Number: (704)364-7707
Toll Free: (800)444-4138
Fax Number: (800)444-4565

Franchise Homepage:

Swisher Hygiene In the Press

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Historical Expansion

In what year did Swisher Hygiene begin operations? 1983
When did Swisher Hygiene begin selling franchises? 1989

Year United States Canada International Corporate
2004 88 8 37 1
2003 99 8 37 1
2002 100 9 31 2
2001 101 8 19 1
2000 101 8 19 1

Future Expansion

Countries of Interest:

Franchise Financing Information

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

3rd Party Financing Available? Financing Source(s): the SBA

Training & Support

Training
As needed
Support
In the Pressletter, Meetings, Toll free phone number, Grand opening support, Internet
Marketing
National media

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.

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:
  • 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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