
911 Restoration
Residential and commercial property restoration- 2022 Franchise 500 Rank
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#420 Ranked #124 last year
- Initial investment
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$69K - $227K
- Units as of 2021
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169 33.1% over 3 years
Here’s what you need to know if you’re interested in opening a 911 Restoration franchise.
Do you like to repair house damage? Then 911 Restoration may be for you! 911 Restoration is a U.S.-based franchise that helps its clients rejuvenate their homes and offices following a disaster. The premier services they provide include sanitization, water damage, mold, fire, and flood restoration services. When you complete each job, you are restoring more than a structure; you are restoring your client's peace of mind and daily normalcy.
The client base consists of those in residential and commercial areas. 911 Restoration was founded in 2003 and began franchising in 2007. The company is spread over more than 200 territories and is experiencing continued growth in the U.S. and Canada.
Why You May Want to Start a 911 Restoration Franchise?
To become a franchisee, you do not have to have prior experience in restoration services. However, you should possess strong business and sales skills. Your marketing campaigns might be managed by the in-house search engine optimization (SEO) and Google pay-per-click (PPC) management teams. When purchasing or renting restoration equipment or vehicles, you can enjoy discounts and deals through the multiple national purchasing agreements the franchisor has with various vendors.
911 Restoration has been ranked in Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 multiple times in recent years. This ranking is based on an evaluation of more than 150 data points in the areas of costs and fees, size and growth, franchisee support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability. The 911 Restoration brand is nationally recognized, and it is possible to leverage this image as you work.
What Might Make a 911 Restoration Franchise a Good Choice?
To be part of the 911 Restoration team, you should make sure you’re financially ready for an initial investment made up of a franchise fee and other startup costs. Furthermore, ongoing fees may include advertising, royalty, and renewal fees. Franchisees will also need to meet the company's set net worth and liquid capital requirements.
In-house financing and partnerships may also be provided to the individuals who lack funds but show great potential at succeeding in the business.
With franchisor support, 911 Restoration works to generate damage leads for franchisees. Franchisees may also get to benefit from the 24/7 support provided by the franchiser.
How To Open a 911 Restoration Franchise
To begin the process of opening a 911 Restoration franchise, you can submit an inquiry form. If the brand finds you to be a good fit, they may contact you and begin the process. It is your job to complete your due diligence and explore the brand and opportunity in its entirety. This also includes speaking to current 911 Restoration franchisees.
After completing your due diligence, you may be allowed to meet with 911 Restoration executives as you interview and attend discovery day. Your franchise representative will guide you as you get ready to sign your franchise agreement, pay your required fees, and attend training. Soon, you may be helping your first client restore their property and peace of mind.
Company Overview
About 911 Restoration
- Industry
- Maintenance
- Related Categories
- Restoration Services, Cleaning/Restoration
- Founded
- 2003
- Parent Company
- 911 Restoration Inc.
- Leadership
- Idan Shpizear, CEO
Franchising Overview
- Franchising Since
- 2007 (15 years)
- # of employees at HQ
- 38
- Where seeking
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This company is seeking new franchisees throughout the US.
This company is seeking new franchisees in the following international regions: Canada
- # of Units
- 169 (as of 2021)
Franchisor Information
Information for Franchisees
Here’s what you need to know if you’re interested in opening a 911 Restoration franchise.
Financial Requirements & Ongoing Fees
Here’s what you can expect to spend to start the business and what ongoing fees the franchisor charges throughout the life of the business.
- Initial Franchise Fee
- $29,000 - $49,000
- Initial Investment
- $68,600 - $227,400
- Net Worth Requirement
- $150,000
- Cash Requirement
- $25,000
- Veteran Incentives
- 15% off franchise fee
- Royalty Fee
- 3-10%
- Ad Royalty Fee
- 1%
- Term of Agreement
- 10 years
- Is franchise term renewable?
- Yes
Financing Options
Some franchisors offer in-house financing, while others have relationships with third-party financing sources to which they refer qualified franchisees.
- In-House Financing
- 911 Restoration offers in-house financing to cover the following: franchise fee, startup costs, equipment, inventory
- Third Party Financing
- 911 Restoration has relationships with third-party sources which offer financing to cover the following: startup costs, equipment, inventory
Training & Support Offered
Franchisors offer initial training programs and a variety of ongoing support options to help franchisees run their businesses.
- On-The-Job Training
- 152 hours
- Classroom Training
- 34 hours
- Additional Training
- Additional training
- Ongoing Support
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Purchasing Co-opsNewsletterMeetings & ConventionsToll-Free LineGrand OpeningOnline SupportSecurity & Safety ProceduresField OperationsProprietary SoftwareFranchisee Intranet Platform
- Marketing Support
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Co-op AdvertisingAd TemplatesNational MediaRegional AdvertisingSocial MediaSEOWebsite DevelopmentEmail Marketing
Operations
Additional details about running this franchise.
- Is absentee ownership allowed?
- Yes
- Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit?
- Yes
- Can this franchise be run part time?
- No
- # of employees required to run
- 3
- Are exclusive territories available?
- Yes
Franchise 500 Ranking History
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