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At a Glance
Products & Services: Grout, tile & stone care
Number of Locations: 73
Total Investment: $20.41K - 39.92K
Founded: 1992
Began Franchising: 2001
Private Owned
About Grout Doctor Global Franchise Corp.
Grout Doctor's founder first recognized the need for grout and tile maintenance services after working in the tile industry for many years. Grout Doctor franchisees specialize in residential grout, tile and stone cleaning, sealing, recoloring, repair, regrouting and recaulking maintenance services. They may also offer commercial grout and tile care, natural stone honing and polishing, permanent protective coatings and other supplemental services.Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2011 | 68 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2010 | 68 | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| 2009 | 62 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| 2008 | 62 | 0 | 0 | 4 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units throughout the U.S.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $20,405 - $39,915
Franchise Fee: $12,000 - $22,500
Ongoing Royalty Fee: Varies
Term of Franchise Agreement: 7 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $12,000 - $22,500
Ongoing Royalty Fee: Varies
Term of Franchise Agreement: 7 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Liquid Cash Available: $20,405 - $39,915
Operations
Franchise can be run from home. 15% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Absentee ownership of franchise is allowed. (99% of current franchisees are owner/operators).How This Franchise Supports Franchisees
Training: In Chicago : 80 hours over 9-10 days.
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives,
Marketing Support: Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising,
Other marketing support: Teleconferences, intranet support, software support, vendor discounts, R&D, marketing materials & plans, trade show signage, social media, TV/radio
Franchise Ranking History
Top Homebased: #95 (2012),
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