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Initial investment
$17K - $45K
Units as of 2017
42 Increase 7.7% over 3 years

Company Overview

Len Franckowiak founded the Home Building Institute (HBI), a school that taught about the different facets and trades of home building. One of the courses at HBI, Old House Rehab, dealt with the inspection and analysis of old houses. Realtors would take the class to learn about older homes and would often call on Franckowiak for his insight into the condition of a property. Through these consultations, Franckowiak saw the need for a home inspection service and, with the help of Ronald Ewald, started BrickKicker in 1992.

About The BrickKicker Home Inspection

Industry Services (Other)
Related Categories Home Inspections
Founded 1989
Leadership Ronald Ewald, CEO
Corporate Address 849 N. Ellsworth Ave.
Naperville, IL 60563
Social Facebook, Twitter

Business Overview

Franchising Since 1994 (30 years)
# of employees at HQ 12
Where seeking

This company is offering new franchises in the following US states:

# of Units 42 (as of 2017)

Information for Franchisees

Here's what you need to know if you're interested in opening a The BrickKicker Home Inspection 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 Information Circle
$12,000 - $27,000
Initial Investment Information Circle
$16,750 - $44,550
Veteran Incentives Information Circle
$2,000 to $4,000 off franchise fee
Royalty Fee Information Circle
6%
Ad Royalty Fee Information Circle
2%
Term of Agreement Information Circle
5 years
Is franchise term renewable? Yes
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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 The BrickKicker Home Inspection offers in-house financing to cover the following: franchise fee

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 up to 2 days
Classroom Training up to 10 days
Ongoing Support
Purchasing Co-ops
Newsletter
Meetings & Conventions
Toll-Free Line
Grand Opening
Online Support
Security & Safety Procedures
Field Operations
Marketing Support
Co-op Advertising
Ad Templates

Operations

Additional details about running this franchise.

Is absentee ownership allowed? No
Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit? Information Circle
Yes
Can this franchise be run part time? Information Circle
No
Are exclusive territories available? Information Circle
Yes
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Updated: December 12th, 2022