UBuildIt
At a Glance
Products & Services: Construction consulting services
Number of Locations: 91
Total Investment: $55.7K - 159K
Founded: 1988
Began Franchising: 1998
Private Owned
About UBuildIt
UBuildIt was founded in 1988 by Chuck Warrender and has been franchising since 1998. UBuildIt helps customers who want to do their own building or remodeling projects but aren't sure where to start. Franchisees assist customers in the planning and construction process with tasks such as obtaining plans, permits, subcontractors, financing and site inspections. The company is based in Kirkland, Washington.Franchise Units
| Year | U.S. | Canadian | International | Company Owned |
| 2008 | 91 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Where Seeking Franchisees: Franchisor is seeking new franchise units throughout the U.S.
Startup Costs, Ongoing Fees and Financing
Total Investment: $55,700 - $159,000
Franchise Fee: $29,500
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 5-8%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Franchise Fee: $29,500
Ongoing Royalty Fee: 5-8%
Term of Franchise Agreement: 10 years, renewable
Financial Requirements
Net Worth: $100,000
Liquid Cash Available: $125,000 - $250,000
Operations
10% of all franchisees own more than one unit. Number of employees needed to run franchised unit: 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: 2 weeks. Annual convention/training : 3 days.
Ongoing Support: Newsletter, Meetings, Toll-free phone line, Grand opening, Internet, Field operations/evaluations, Purchasing cooperatives,
Marketing Support: Co-op advertising, Ad slicks, Regional advertising,
Franchise Ranking History
Franchise 500®: #375 (2008),