American Leak Detection
Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the American Leak Detection system.
American Leak Detection
888 Research Dr., # 100, P.O. Box 1701
Palm Springs, CA 92262
800#: (800) 755-6697
Tel: (760) 320-9991
Fax: (760) 320-1288
E-mail: sbangs@americanleakdetection.com
Web Site: www.americanleakdetection.com
Contact: Ms. Sheila Bangs, Director Franchise Development
Electronic detection of water, drain, gas, waste, and sewer leaks under concrete slabs of homes, commercial buildings, pools, spas, fountains, etc. with equipment commissioned/patented/manufactured by company.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1974
First Franchise: 1985
Franchise Units: 331
Company-Owned Units: 6
Total Units: 337
Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 41 States, 3 Provinces
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 71 in CA, 35 in FL, 15 in TX
Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American: 7
>Hispanic: 4
>Asian-American: 2
>Native American: 0
>Other:
Average Number of Employees: 1-4 FT, 2 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: NR SF; NR
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Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $58-120K
Total Investment: $85-150K
Average Total Investment: $117K
Minimum Net Worth: $Varies
Fees
>Franchise: $57.5K
>Average Franchise Fee: $57K
>Royalty: 6-10%
>Advertising: NA
Provide Earning Claim Statement: No
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 10/10
Passive Ownership: Discouraged
Area Development Agreements:No
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory:Yes
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance:NA
Lease Negotiation Assistance: NA
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: Yes/Yes
Size Of Corporate Staff: 34
On-Going Support: a,B,C,D,f,G,H,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 6-10 Weeks Palm Springs, CA.
Specific Minority Program(s) in Place: We do support the overall objectives, but, in an effort to treat everyone in a fair and positive manner, we do not have any programs specifically targeted to any minority group.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: Northeast, Midwest
Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
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