#417
At a Glance
Products & Services: Custom storage systems
Number of Locations: 98
Total Investment: $127.5K - 377K
Founded: 1978
Began Franchising: 1982
Public Owned
About California Closets
Since 1979, California Closets has been creating custom closets and storage units for all rooms of the home. At showrooms, designers meet with clients to discuss their needs, present design proposals and place orders. Orders are filled in California Closets' workshops, and the finished products are installed in customers' homes. The company creates storage solutions for closets, utility rooms, garages, home offices and other parts of the home.Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2011 | 88 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| 2010 | 77 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| 2009 | 77 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
| 2008 | 80 | 8 | 2 | 0 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units in the U.S.,Canada, Mexico.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $127,500 - $377,000
Franchise Fee: $40,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $40,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $400,000
Liquid Cash Available: $150,000
Operations
20% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 8. Absentee ownership of franchise is NOT allowed..| 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, Grand opening, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives,
Marketing Support: Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, National media,
Franchise Ranking History
Franchise 500®: #417 (2012),