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Terminix Franchise

Commercial, industrial and residential pest control and termite protection

E.L. Bruce founded Terminix International in 1927. Although the company was originally created to provide only termite protection services, Terminix now offers pest control for all types of insects. Purchased by The ServiceMaster Co. in 1986, Terminix is part of the ServiceMaster Co. franchise family, which includes franchise companies Merry Maids, American Home Shield and TruGreen-ChemLawn. Terminix has more than 500 service centers across the United States and internationally.

Start-up Costs & Franchises Fees

What is the total cost to open a Terminix Franchises?

Total Cost: $24,700-$85,300
Total Franchise Fees: $25,000 USD -$50,000 USD
Ongoing Royalty Fees: 7-10%
Ongoing Advertising Fees:
Term of Agreement: 5 years

Contact Information for Terminix

Terminix Termite & Pest Control
860 Ridge Lake Blvd.
Memphis, TN
38120

Phone Number: (901)363-1132
Toll Free: (800)441-5390
Fax Number: (901)363-8541

Franchise Homepage:

Terminix In the Press

No results at this time.

Historical Expansion

In what year did Terminix begin operations? 1927
When did Terminix begin selling franchises? 1927

Year United States Canada International Corporate
2004 137 0 0 329
2003 136 0 0 297
2002 135 0 0 305
2001 150 0 0 253
2000 217 0 0 330

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 No
Inventory No No
Accounts Receivable No No
Payroll No No

Training & Support

Training
In-field training & ongoing self-tutorial
Support
In the Pressletter, Meetings, Toll free phone number, Internet referrals, Safety and Security procedures, Field support and site evaluation, Purchasing cooperatives
Marketing
Cooperative advertising, 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; 30% of all franchise business owners own more than one franchise location.

Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (100% of current franchise business owners are owner/operators)

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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