Steam Brothers Inc.
At a Glance
Products & Services: Carpet, upholstery, blinds & air-duct cleaning/restoration
Number of Locations:
Total Investment: $22K - 53.5K
Founded: 1977
Began Franchising: 1984
Private Owned
About Steam Brothers Inc.
After 16 years in the supermarket business, Adam Leier was looking for a way to go into business for himself. He purchased Steam Brothers, an existing cleaning business, in 1977 and began franchising in 1984. Steam Brothers has locations throughout the Midwest and is based in Bismarck, North Dakota.Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $22,000 - $53,500
Franchise Fee: $16,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 5-6.5%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $16,000
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 5-6.5%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $60,000
Liquid Cash Available: $22,000
Operations
Franchise can be run from home. 2% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 1 - 3. 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 days. At franchisee's location: As needed.
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Internet, Security/safety procedures, Field operations/evaluations,
Marketing Support: Ad slicks,