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 Yes, we actively support the inclusion and development of minority-owned franchises in the Pillar To Post system. Pillar To Post 14502N. Dale Mabry Hwy., # 200 Tampa, FL 33618 |
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Business Description
Pillar To Post is North America’s leading professional home inspection company. We have been named Top 50 Franchise for franchisee satisfaction and Top Low Cost Franchise by Business Franchise Review and a top ranked Franchise Business for 11 years by Entrepreneur Magazine’s Annual Franchise 500®. With the widest market coverage in North America, Pillar To Post has over 400 franchises in 44 states and 9 provinces …and expanding. A Pillar To Post franchise only costs a total investment of $29,900 to $35,900, which is the industry’s lowest. Pillar To Post is known for its Cutting edge home inspection software and #1 brand awareness in the real estate Industry as it partnerships with many of North America’s leading real estate firms. Its distinguished Continuous Education Program for real estate professionals places franchisees as a preferred brand. Pillar To Post’s Leading edge initial and continuous training enables franchisees to meet and exceed national and regional certification requirement and build their business with confidence through ongoing support. No technical experience is required. Pillar To Post is building on over 16 years of successful experience, and is part of The Franchise Company, a leading provider of home services across North America.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1994
Franchising Since: 1994
North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia, Alberta
Financial Requirements
Average Number of Employees: 2 Full-time, 0 Part-time
Space Needs (in square footage): Home-Based
Preferred Sites:
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: No
Pillar To Post is North America’s leading professional home inspection company. We have been named Top 50 Franchise for franchisee satisfaction and Top Low Cost Franchise by Business Franchise Review and a top ranked Franchise Business for 11 years by Entrepreneur Magazine’s Annual Franchise 500®. With the widest market coverage in North America, Pillar To Post has over 400 franchises in 44 states and 9 provinces …and expanding. A Pillar To Post franchise only costs a total investment of $29,900 to $35,900, which is the industry’s lowest. Pillar To Post is known for its Cutting edge home inspection software and #1 brand awareness in the real estate Industry as it partnerships with many of North America’s leading real estate firms. Its distinguished Continuous Education Program for real estate professionals places franchisees as a preferred brand. Pillar To Post’s Leading edge initial and continuous training enables franchisees to meet and exceed national and regional certification requirement and build their business with confidence through ongoing support. No technical experience is required. Pillar To Post is building on over 16 years of successful experience, and is part of The Franchise Company, a leading provider of home services across North America.
Franchisor Background
Year Established: 1994
Franchising Since: 1994
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Franchised Units: | 420 | 100% | | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Company-Owned Units: | 0 | 0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Total Operating Units: | 420 | 100.0% | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:
| Density | Units |
| 1. Florida | 30 |
| 2. New Jersey | 20 |
| 3. New York | 20 |
Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia, Alberta
Financial Requirements
| Investment: | |
| Minimum Net Worth: | $N/A |
| Cash Investment: | $15K |
| Total Investment: | $30-35.9K |
| Average Total Investment: | $30K |
| Fees: | |
| Initial Franchise Fee: | $14.9K |
| Average Franchise Fee: | $15K |
| On-Going Royalty: | 7% |
| Average Royalty: | 7% |
| Advertising Fee: | 4% |
Space Needs (in square footage): Home-Based
Preferred Sites:
Other Sites:
Encourage Conversions? Yes
Earnings Claims Provided?: No
| Franchisee Qualifications | |||||||||
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important): | |||||||||
| Financial Net Worth: | 3 | ||||||||
| General Business Experience: | 3 | ||||||||
| Specific Industry Experience: | 3 | ||||||||
| Formal Education: | 3 | ||||||||
| Psychological Profile: | 3 | ||||||||
| Personal Interview(s): | 3 | ||||||||
| Terms of Contract | |||||||||
| Term of Initial Contract: | 5 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Term of Renewal Period: | 5/5 Year(s) | ||||||||
| Passive Ownership: | Not Allowed | ||||||||
| Area Development Agreements? | No | ||||||||
| Sub-Franchising Contracts? | Yes | ||||||||
| Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory? | Yes | ||||||||
| Support and Training | |||||||||
| International Franchise Association: | Yes | ||||||||
| Canadian Franchise Association: | No | ||||||||
| Franchisee Association/Member: | No | ||||||||
| Size of Corporate Staff: | 31 | ||||||||
| Site Selection Assistance? | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Lease Negotiation Assistance? | No | ||||||||
| Financial Assistance? | No | ||||||||
| Marketing Support: | |||||||||
| Co-Op Advertising: | Yes | ||||||||
| National Advertising: | Yes | ||||||||
| Regional Advertising: | Yes | ||||||||
| Local Advertising: | No | ||||||||
| Marketing Materials: | None Specified | ||||||||
| Additional Services: | None Specified | ||||||||
| Other Marketing Support: | None Specified | ||||||||
| On-Going Support: | |||||||||
| Central Data Processing: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Central Purchasing: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Field Operation Evaluation: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Field Training: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Initial Store Opening: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Inventory Control: | Not Applicable | ||||||||
| Franchisee Newsletter: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Regional or National Meetings: | At Additional Cost | ||||||||
| 800 Telephone Hotline: | Included in Fees | ||||||||
| Training: | |||||||||
| 1. Mississauga, ON | 2 Weeks | ||||||||
| Expansion Plans | |||||||||
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