Business Description

Carpet Network is a top-ranked mobile floor & window covering retail model specializing in the residential market but with the ability to cater to Main Street businesses as well as commercial and builder markets. Carpet Network appeals to outgoing and motivated candidates who are looking for a professional but family-like atmosphere; a climate in which they will be nurtured and encouraged to realize their full potential in a $20.9 billion industry that is season-less. Our unique, custom Unicell vehicle carries a vast array of over 10,000 sku’s to accommodate our customers’ requests. Franchisees utilize proprietary estimating & pricing software on a tablet computer. Our targeted marketing programs will help cultivate middle to high-end clients who invite owners into their homes or businesses. Owners of Carpet Network enjoy a flexible schedule, low overhead, no employees to begin & the ability to work from home. Owners receive training and support that is second to none.

Franchisor Background

Year Established:  1991

Franchising Since:  1992

Operating Units:
Franchised Units:	29	100%
Company-Owned Units:	0	0%
Total Operating Units:	29	100.0%
Geographic Distribution: U.S.: 29 100% In 13 States Canada: 0 0% In 0 Canadian Provinces International: 0 0% In 0 Foreign Countries   Total: 29 100.0%

North America:
States/Provinces with the largest number of operating units:

Density	Units
1. Pennsylvania	6
2. New Jersey	6
3. Minnesota	3

Registered in Following Registration States: California, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Oregon, Virginia, Wisconsin, District Of Columbia

Financial Requirements

Investment:
Minimum Net Worth:	$100K
Cash Investment:	$58.5K
Total Investment:	$67.4 - $91.7K
Average Total Investment:	$75K
Fees:
Initial Franchise Fee:	$39.5K + start-up costs of $19K
Average Franchise Fee:	$58K
On-Going Royalty:	7-2% sliding scale
Average Royalty:	4%
Advertising Fee:	$165/Mo.

Average Number of Employees: 1 (Owner-Operated) Full-time

Space Needs (in square footage):

Preferred Sites:

Other Sites: (Mobile) HB, WH

Encourage Conversions? Not Applicable

Earnings Claims Provided?: Yes

Franchisee Qualifications
Ranked from 1 (unimportant) to 5 (important):
Financial Net Worth:	5
General Business Experience:	5
Specific Industry Experience:	3
Formal Education:	3
Psychological Profile:	5
Personal Interview(s):	5
Terms of Contract
Term of Initial Contract:	15 Year(s)
Term of Renewal Period:	15 Year(s)
Passive Ownership:	Allowed, But Discouraged
Area Development Agreements?	No
Sub-Franchising Contracts?	No
Franchisees Allowed to Expand Within Territory?	Yes
Support and Training
International Franchise Association:	No
Canadian Franchise Association:	No
Franchisee Association/Member:	Yes, Member
Size of Corporate Staff:	5
Site Selection Assistance?	Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance?	Not Applicable
Financial Assistance?	No
Marketing Support:
Co-Op Advertising:	No
National Advertising:	No
Regional Advertising:	No
Local Advertising:	No
Marketing Materials:	Ad Slicks, Brochures, Direct Mailers, Emails, Promotional Items, Site Signs, Trade Show Exhibits
Additional Services:	Newsletter, Press Releases, Sales Strategies
Other Marketing Support:	None Specified
On-Going Support:
Central Data Processing:	Not Applicable
Central Purchasing:	Not Applicable
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:	Included in Fees
800 Telephone Hotline:	Included in Fees
Training:
1. Home Study	2 Weeks
2. Mt. Laurel, NJ Home Office	1 Week
Expansion Plans
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months: 15 U.S.: Yes, All United States Canada: No Overseas: No	Request Franchisor Info   Submit an online form to receive information from Carpet Network.   •  Coupons   •  Promotional Items   •  UFOC