Merry Maids
Merry Maids
860 Ridge Lake Blvd.
Memphis, TN 38120-9421
800#: (800) 798-8000
Tel: (901) 537-8100
Fax: (901) 537-8140
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.merrymaids.com
Contact: Mr. Rob Sanders, Director Market Expansion
MERRY MAIDS is the largest and most recognized company in the home cleaning industry. The company's commitment to training and on-going support is unmatched. MERRY MAIDS is highly-ranked as an established and fast growing franchise opportunity according to leading national publications. We offer low investment, cross-selling promotions with our partner companies, research and development and excellent marketing support.
Franchisor Background
Established: 1979
First Franchise: 1980
Franchise Units: 1,245
Company-Owned Units: 128
Total Units: 1,373
Distribution:
U.S. -- 880;
Canada -- 67;
International -- 426
�North America -- Operations in 49 States, 7 Provinces
�States/Provinces with Greatest Density: 123 in CA, 51 in TX, 42 IL
Projected New Units Over Next 12 months:32
Franchisee Qualifications:5, 3, 1, 3, 4, 5
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Registered in Following Registration States: All States
Average Number of Employees: 2 FT, 12 PT (FT = Full Time, PT = Part Time)
Space Needs: 800 Minimum SF; FS
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Encourage Conversion: Yes
Financial Requirements
Cash Investment: $21-23K
Total Investment: $42-50K
Average Total Investment: $45.0K
Minimum Net Worth: $Varies
Fees
�Franchise: $17-25K;
�Average Franchise Fee: $21.0K
�Royalty: 5-7%
�Average Royalty: 6.0%
�Advertising: 0.25-1%
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: No
Lease Negotiation Assistance: No
Financial Assistance: Yes(D)
Cooperative Advertising: N/A
Franchisee Association / Member: No
Size Of Corporate Staff: 60
On-Going Support: C,D,G,H,I (Click here for an explanation)
Training: 8 Days Headquarters, Memphis, TN.
Franchisor's Specific Expansion Plans
U.S.: All United States
Canada: All Canada
Overseas: All Countries
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