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Initial Investment
LOW: $10,930
HIGH: $39,400
Change in Units
+5.2% +163 UNITS (1 Year)
+13.3% +413 UNITS (3 Years)
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Company Profile
Founded
1984
Franchising Since
1984 (32 Years)
Corporate Address
655 Mariners Island Blvd., #303 San Mateo, CA 94404
CEO
Raymond Lee
About Vanguard Cleaning Systems
Founded in 1984, Vanguard Cleaning Systems' 3,000-plus franchised commercial cleaning businesses are licensed and supported by a master franchise network of independent regional offices throughout North America. Vanguard franchisees service businesses, healthcare companies, educational facilities and non-profit organizations.
Financials
Financial Requirements
Initial Investment
$10,930 - $39,400
Net-worth Requirement
$50,000 - $250,000
Liquid Cash Requirement
$7,000 - $45,000
Ongoing Fees
Initial Franchise Fee
$9,630 - $35,700
Ongoing Royalty Fee
10%
Financing Options
Vanguard Cleaning Systems offers in-house financing to cover the following: franchise fee, equipment
Veteran Incentives
10% off franchise fee
Franchise 500® Rank History
Highest Rank: 7
Lowest Rank: 119
Units (Locations)
Where Seeking Franchisees:
Franchisor is seeking new franchise units worldwide.
Operations & Franchisor Support
Additional Training: At regional offices
Ongoing Support
Purchasing Co-ops
Newsletter
Meetings
Number of employees required to run: 1 - 2
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Updated: August 30th, 2016
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