Ace DuraFlo Systems LLC
At a Glance
Products & Services: Pipe-restoration services
Number of Locations: 54
Total Investment: $36.19K - 410.1K
Founded: 1997
Began Franchising: 2001
About Ace DuraFlo Systems LLC
Ace DuraFlo Systems started in 1997 with the goal of developing a solution to pipe corrosion other than re-piping. The company's ePIPE system allows franchisees to offer in-place pipe repair and restoration eliminating the need to damage walls, floors, ceilings and foundations by tearing piping out.Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2012 | 33 | 0 | 16 | 5 |
| 2011 | 33 | 1 | 16 | 7 |
| 2010 | 30 | 1 | 16 | 7 |
| 2009 | 33 | 1 | 16 | 7 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units worldwide.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $36,190 - $410,100
Franchise Fee: $21,900 - $34,900
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6-8%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $21,900 - $34,900
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6-8%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $100,000
Liquid Cash Available: $25,000
Operations
Franchise can be run from home. 25% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 5. Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (90% of current franchisees are owner/operators).| Financing Type | In-House | Third Party |
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How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: Available at headquarters: 1 week. At franchisee's location: 2 weeks.
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations
Marketing Support: Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media, Regional advertising,
Franchise Ranking History
Franchise 500®: #494 (2012),
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