Roto-Rooter
Roto-Rooter
300 Ashworth Rd.
West Des Moines IA 50265-3786
800#:(800) 575-7737
Tel: (515) 223-1343
Fax: (515) 223-6109
E -Mail: mike.higgins@rotorootercorp.com
Web Site: www.rotorooter.com
Contact: Mr. Michael Higgins
Throughout North America, the ROTO-ROOTER name is synonymous with dependable and reliable plumbing repair, sewer-drain and pipe cleaning service. Since 1935, ROTO-ROOTER CORPORATION has defined, shaped and led this industry, continuously and successfully focusing on the needs of residential, commercial, industrial and municipal customers. With more than 600 ROTO-ROOTER locations in the United States, Canada, Asia and the U.K., we are seeking qualified companies or individuals to expand with us as exclusive licensees in their respective countries. -1
Franchisor Background
Established: 1936
First Franchise: 1938
First International Franchise: 1972
Franchise Units: 500
Company-Owned Units: 100
Total Units: 600
Distribution:
U.S. - 615; Canada -- 28; International -- 4
Projected Total New Units Over Next 12 months: Not available in U.S. or Canada. 4 units internationally.
Projected New International Units Over Next 12 months: 4
Size Of Corporate Staff: NR
Financial Projections Provided: We work with the prospective franchisees to develop financial projections.
Term of Franchise Agreement/Renewal (Master): 10/Renewable
Term of Franchise Agreement/Renewal (Area): 10/Renewable
Minimum Financial Requirements: Varies by market.
Expansion Requirements: Jointly agree on the number of sub-franchises to be sold during the development period.
Franchisor Financial Assistance: No
Franchise Fee(Master): Based on demographics of the country.
Franchise Fee(Area): Based on demographics of the country.
On-Going Royalty (Master): Subject to negotiations.
On-Going Royalty (Area): Subject to negotiations.
Franchisor Ad Program: Provide advertising materials.
International Trade Associations: IFA
Franchisee Qualifications
Ranked 1-5, 5 Being Very Important
Net Worth: 5
Business Experience: 4
Ability to 'Get Things Done': 4
Industry Experience: 2
Franchising Experience: 2
Psychological Profile: 4
Personal Interview(s): 4
Training/Services
Initial Franchisee Training: 3-4 weeks in the USA, both classroom and on-the-job, plus in-country follow-up training.
On-Going Support: D,E,H,I
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International Agreements
Individual Operating Units: Sometimes
Master Franchising: Most Often
Area Development: NA
Licensing: Most Often
Foreign Subsidiary: NA
Joint Venture: NA
Other:
Preferred Franchise Relationship: 1. Mutually profitable, with long-term growth as a fundamental objective. 2. Represent ROTO ROOTER according to our standards, build the business and comply with the franchise agreement.
Seeking Partners In
North America: US (615), Canada (28)
Europe/Eastern Europe: FR, GR, IT, NE, SP, TU, UK (1--Not Seeking)
Far East: AS (1, including NZ--Not Seeking), HK, IA, JA (1--Not Seeking), KO, MA, PH (1--Not Seeking), SI, TA, TH
Mexico: MX
Caribbean:
Central America:
South America: AR, CH, VE
Middle East / India: IS, SA
Africa:
Countries Not Listed Above:
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