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Franchise Deep Dive: Screenmobile's Franchise Costs, Fees, Profit and Data
Franchisees work on screens from their trailers at this franchise.
LAST UPDATED: 2/2024
FRANCHISE WEBSITE: https://franchise.screenmobile.com/
NUMBER OF LOCATIONS: 120+
REPORTED COST TO GET IN: $165,700–$225,200.
REPORTED ROI (Item 19): $418,286
Screenmobile is a nationwide franchisor in window screens, screen doors, porches and patio screens, and screen repair. Founded in 1980 by a father and two sons, the operation has now expanded into over 120 Screenmobile licenses in over 25 states.
In February 2023, Authority Brands announced the purchase of Screenmobile. Other companies under the Authority Brands umbrella include leading home service brands America's Swimming Pool Company, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, The Cleaning Authority, Color World Painting, DoodyCalls, DRYmedic Restoration Services, Homewatch CareGivers, The Junkluggers, LawnSquad, Mister Sparky, Monster Tree Service, Mosquito Squad, One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning, STOP Restoration and Woofie's.
How Many Screenmobile Locations Are There?
Since its founding in 1980 by a father and two sons, Screenmobile has expanded into over 120 Screenmobile licenses in over 25 states.
What Is the Screenmobile Business Model?
Screenmobile has a mobile franchise model. Screenmobile Trucks and Trailers not only bring business to customers but also serve another important purpose for franchisees: a mobile marketing tool. People driving by and seeing franchisees working on screens from their trailers is the most significant source of new business, according to the company.
Below is the process at a glance:
- Customer calls and sets an appointment.
- Franchise owner and/or field technicians arrive on time on the designated appointment date, assess the scope of work to be done, and provide customers with free estimates.
- Customer accepts estimate; franchise owner and/or field technician get to work measuring, manufacturing and installing screens onsite, thanks to their mobile trailer.
- Work is typically completed in one visit; franchise owner presents a service invoice to the satisfied customer and collects payment in the same day.
Franchise owners only pay for the materials they use when it’s time to order new stock.
How Much Can Screenmobile Owners Make?
Screenmobile’s most recently reported Average Gross Sales is $418,286.
How Much Does It Cost to Open a Screenmobile Franchise?
The home-based mobile business model allows Screenmobile to keep the initial investment range for a franchise owner between $165,700–$225,200. Below is a breakdown of costs:
- Initial Franchise Fee: $49,500
- Initial Territory Fee: $22,500
- Startup Package: $41,900
- Inventory and Supplies: $15,000–$20,000
- Vehicle Registration: $1,500–$2,000
- Training Expenses: $1,000–$3,500
- Lease, Deposits and Storage:$0–$2,500
- Phone Lines and Wireless Internet: $300–$800
- Additional Expenses: $11,500–$32,500
- Additional Funds—Three Months: $22,500–$50,000
- Total Estimated Initial Investment: $165,700–$225,200
What Is the Franchise Fee for Screenmobile?
The franchise fee for Screenmobile is $49,500.
Who Are the Leaders of Screenmobile?
- Scott Walker—Co-Founder, CEO/President
- Craig Donaldson - CEO (Authority Brands)
- Brian Balconi - Chief Legal Officer (Authority Brands)
- Heather McLeod - Chief Growth Officer (Authority Brands)
- Ali Tafreshi - Chief Information Officer (Authority Brands)
- Elliot Rosenbaum - Chief of Staff (Authority Brands)
- Jordan Wilson - Senior Vice President, Franchise Development (Authority Brands)
- Somer Webb - Chief Financial Officer (Authority Brands)
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