The BrickKicker Home Inspection
At a Glance
Products & Services: Property inspections
Number of Locations: 208
Total Investment: $12.1K - 45.2K
Founded: 1989
Began Franchising: 1994
Private Owned
About The BrickKicker Home Inspection
Len Franckowiak founded the Home Building Institute (HBI), a school that taught about the different facets and trades of home building. One of the courses at HBI, Old House Rehab, dealt with the inspection and analysis of old houses. Realtors would take the class to learn about older homes and would often call on Franckowiak for his insight into the condition of a property. Through these consultations, Franckowiak saw the need for a home inspection service and, with the help of Ronald Ewald, started BrickKicker in 1992.Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2008 | 180 | 0 | 0 | 28 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units throughout the U.S.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $12,100 - $45,200
Franchise Fee: $7,500 - $25,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 7 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $7,500 - $25,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 7 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $50,000
Liquid Cash Available: $20,000
Operations
Franchise can be run from home. 75% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 1 - 2. Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed. (100% 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: 5-10 days. At franchisee's location: 2-4 days. Continuing education
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, National media, Regional advertising,