Fire Defense Centers
Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Fire Defense Centers system.
Fire Defense Centers
6110-20 Powers Ave.
Jacksonville, FL 32217
800#:
Tel: (904) 731-1833
Fax:
E-mail:
Web Site: www.worldfranchising.com/website.htm
Contact: Ms. I. A. La Russo, President
Dealing with national accounts on servicing of fire extinguishers, automatic restaurant hood systems, municipal supplies and first aid kits. Warranty on equipment sold to business and guaranteed fire code compliance to business. Provide consultation for businesses to comply with city and state governments.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1973
First Franchise: 1986
Franchise Units: 19
Company-Owned Units: 44
Total Units: 63
Distribution:
> North America -- Operations in 15 States
> States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 20 in FL
Units Owned by Minorities:
>African-American: 2%
>Hispanic: 0%
>Asian-American: 0%
>Native American: 0%
>Other:
Average Number of Employees: 2-20 FT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 1,500 SF; Warehouse
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Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $47-52K
Total Investment: $47-52K
Average Total Investment: $49K
Minimum Net Worth: $NR
Fees
>Franchise: $20.5K
>Average Franchise Fee: $19K
>Royalty: 10%
>Advertising: 0%
Provide Earning Claim Statement: No
Terms of Contract
Term of Contract (Years): 10/10
Passive Ownership: Allowed
Area Development Agreements:No
Sub-Franchising Contracts: No
Expand In Territory:Yes
Franchisor Support and Training Provided
Site Selection Assistance:Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
Franchisee Assoc. / Member: Yes/Yes
Size Of Corporate Staff: 18
On-Going Support: A,B,C,D,E,F,G,H,I (for an explanation click here)
Training: 2 Weeks Headquarters.
Specific Minority Program(s) in Place: We do not specifically recruit minorities, but we do not refuse any qualified person regardless of race, color or creed. We are more interested in qualified people.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: All United States
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