SealMaster
Pavement maintenance products and equipment- 2022 Franchise 500 Rank
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#333Ranked #292 last year
- Initial investment
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$580K - $925K
- Units as of 2022
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46 12.2% over 3 years
Here’s what you need to know if you’re interested in opening a SealMaster franchise.
SealMaster is a leading franchise in the pavement maintenance industry. Many contractors, highway/street departments, and property owners rely on SealMaster for quality products and services. SealMaster is driven by the philosophy of total dedication to the pavement maintenance industry. They strive to offer quality products, competitive pricing, and outstanding service.
SealMaster was founded in 1969. Company headquarters are located in Sandusky, Ohio. All SealMaster products, equipment, and other brand-name products are available at different locations. SealMaster's water-based emulsions coatings, paints, and liquid repair products are also environmentally friendly.
Why You May Want to Start a SealMaster Franchise
When you open a SealMaster franchise, you can expect to be given trained personnel for technical support. SealMaster also has a specialized transportation fleet. The fleet enables them to provide convenient delivery of the diverse SealMaster product line.
SealMaster strives to offer an exceptional business opportunity in the pavement maintenance contracting business. The company holds periodic seminars on the latest application, marketing, and sales techniques. These seminars are generally attended by contractors and property managers. You will most likely learn how to use the company'sdriveway sealing equipment.
New franchisees also attend an intense multi-week training program at company headquarters in Sandusky, Ohio. Training sessions include information on sales, marketing, operations, and product knowledge.
What Might Make a SealMaster Franchise a Good Choice?
SealMaster也被公认为专用的pavement fixing by various organizations. Recently, SealMaster has been ranked in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500. This ranking is based on an evaluation of more than 150 data points in the areas of costs and fees, size and growth, franchisee support, brand strength, and financial strength and stability.
To be part of the SealMaster team, you should make sure you're financially ready for an initial investment made up of a franchise fee and other startup costs. In addition, you should prepare yourself for ongoing fees that will include advertising, royalty, or renewal fees. Franchisees may also need to meet the franchise's set net worth and liquid capital requirements.
How To Open a SealMaster Franchise
To get started with SealMaster, you will need to submit an inquiry form. It is important to review the SealMaster franchise opportunity and the costs necessary to open and run your location. This research will probably be a part of your due diligence process.
If the company sees you are a good fit, a SealMaster franchise representative may reach out. Together, you will discuss your goals for a SealMaster location.
如果你继续这个过程中,你可能会收到a call to schedule your discovery day in Sandusky, Ohio. On discovery day, you may have the chance to meet the team behind the SealMaster franchise. They may answer questions you have about the franchise. You may also have the chance to speak to existing franchisees about the opportunity and get their take on being a part of the SealMaster team.
If all goes well during this process, you may be ready to seal the deal and sign a franchise agreement with SealMaster. You'll definitely feel like aseal masterafter that.
Company Overview
About SealMaster
- Industry
- Maintenance
- Founded
- 1969
- Parent Company
- InFrasys
- Leadership
- David Thorson, President/CEO
- Corporate Address
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P.O. Box 2277
Sandusky, OH 44871-2277
Business Overview
- Franchising Since
- 1991(31 years)
- # of employees at HQ
- 31
- Where seeking
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This company is seeking new franchisees throughout the US.
- # of Units
- 46(as of 2022)
Information for Franchisees
Here’s what you need to know if you’re interested in opening a SealMaster franchise.
Financial Requirements & Ongoing Fees
Here’s what you can expect to spend to start the business and what ongoing fees the franchisor charges throughout the life of the business.
- Initial Franchise Fee
- $35,000
- Initial Investment
- $579,800 - $924,500
- Net Worth Requirement
- $750,000
- Cash Requirement
- $250,000
- Veteran Incentives
- $10,000 off franchise fee
- Royalty Fee
- 5%
- Ad Royalty Fee
- 1.5%
- Term of Agreement
- 10 years
- Is franchise term renewable?
- Yes
Financing Options
franchisees.
- Third Party Financing
- SealMaster has relationships with third-party sources which offer financing to cover the following: equipment, inventory
Training & Support Offered
Franchisors offer initial training programs and a variety of ongoing support options to help franchisees run their businesses.
- On-The-Job Training
- 40 hours
- Classroom Training
- 80 hours
- Ongoing Support
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Purchasing Co-opsNewsletterMeetings & ConventionsToll-Free LineGrand OpeningOnline SupportSecurity & Safety ProceduresLease NegotiationField OperationsSite SelectionProprietary SoftwareFranchisee Intranet Platform
- Marketing Support
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Co-op AdvertisingAd TemplatesNational MediaRegional AdvertisingSocial MediaSEOWebsite DevelopmentEmail MarketingLoyalty Program/App
Operations
Additional details about running this franchise.
- Is absentee ownership allowed?
- No
- Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit?
- No
- Can this franchise be run part time?
- No
- #运行所需的员工
- 10
- Are exclusive territories available?
- Yes
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