Professional House Doctors Inc.
At a Glance
Products & Services: Environmental & building-science services
Number of Locations:
Total Investment: $15K - 30K
Founded: 1982
Began Franchising: 1991
About Professional House Doctors Inc.
Since 1982, Professional House Doctors has been working with home owners, realtors, schools and other businesses and organizations, testing and identifying environmental and structural problems in buildings and homes.Professional House Doctors can test for lead, asbestos, carbon monoxide, allergens and energy loss. The company also offers a variety of structural inspections.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $15,000 - $30,000
Franchise Fee: $9,800
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 5 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $9,800
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 6%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 5 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $50,000
Liquid Cash Available: $10,000
Operations
Franchise can be run from home. 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: 2 weeks. At franchisee's location: Varies.
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,