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Chem-Dry Canada

Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Chem-Dry Canada system.

Chem-Dry Canada
8472 Harvard Pl.
Chilliwack, BC V2P 7Z5 CANADA
800#: (888) 243-6379
Tel: (604) 795-9918
Fax: (604) 795-7071
E-mail: franchisesales@chemdry.ca
Web Site: www.chemdry.ca
Contact: Mr. Jared Monds, Franchise Support Manager


The world's largest carpet & upholstery franchise rated 'The Best of the Best' by Entrepreneur magazine for 12 consecutive years. Our unique patented, non-toxic, heated carbonating cleaner allows most carpets to dry in one hour. State-of-the-art equipment, 22 years experience, on-going research, in-field training, technical support, a monthly newsletter and annual conventions makes a CHEM-DRY franchise a good business.




Franchisor Background

Established: 1977
First Franchise: 1978
Franchise Units: 125
Company-Owned Units: 0
Total Units: 125

Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 10 Provinces
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 48 in ON, 28 in BC, 18 in AB

Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American:
>Hispanic:
>Asian-American:
>Native American:
>Other:

Average Number of Employees: 1-5 FT, 2-4 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 500 SF; HB (for abbreviations click here)


Financial Requirements

Cash Investment: $17-25K
Total Investment: $37.9K
Average Total Investment: $37K
Minimum Net Worth: $40K

Fees
>Franchise: $11K
>Average Franchise Fee: $11K
>Royalty: $410/Mo.
>Advertising: $0

Provide Earning Claim Statement: No


Terms of Contract

Term of Contract (Years): 5/5
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: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: No
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: Yes/Yes
Size Of Corporate Staff: 14
On-Going Support: B,C,D,G,H,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 1 Week Head Office.
Specific Minority Program(s) in Place: Although we strongly support the objectives of the NMFI, we do not yet have any specific programs in place at this time.


Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans

U.S.: NA


Note: NR = No Response by Franchisor.
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