TruBlue Home Service Ally, a national franchise providing handyman services, preventative home maintenance and senior home modifications, has become a natural fit for husband-and-wife and family-owned teams. With a structured business model, low overhead and robust corporate support, TruBlue allows couples to divide responsibilities, leverage complementary strengths and serve their communities with purpose.
The stories of Connie and Kevin Mottle in Highland Lakes, Texas, and Janet and Jeff Sloan in Greeley, Colorado, illustrate how TruBlue empowers families to succeed, both professionally and personally.
Connie and Kevin Mottle didn’t initially set out to open a business together, but over time, the idea began to take shape. After owning two businesses in the past, including a successful cell phone store they ran for 11 years, the couple was looking for something with purpose. Personal experiences caring for Connie’s aging parents made the need for reliable senior home services impossible to ignore.
“We were looking at doing a handyman or home maintenance type business,” Connie said. “A lot of this came down to what we dealt with as my parents were aging. We found TruBlue and it really aligned with what we wanted to do and what we were looking for. Rather than starting that business from scratch, we started looking into what franchising had to offer us.”
For Kevin, who had previously built businesses independently, the franchise structure was appealing. “I started my last two businesses from scratch, which took a lot of time and wasn’t necessarily my strength,” he said. “TruBlue already has the structure and national presence, which made it a perfect fit for us.”
Connie agreed that the built-in support was critical. “Knowing that there’s a system in place gives us confidence in our ability to grow the business,” she said.
One of the biggest advantages TruBlue provides for couples is clarity around roles. Rather than competing for responsibilities, franchisees are encouraged to lean into their individual strengths.
“I do a lot of the marketing and things like that, so it’s really been beneficial in the ways that we work,” Connie said. “They offer all the support and are always willing to help and lend an ear and help us make changes. Kevin focuses more on operations and building the team.”
Connie added that defining responsibilities has strengthened both their marriage and their business. “It’s been good owning something as a couple, we had to figure out our own strengths,” she said. “We are figuring out what the day, the month and even the year looks like. Luckily, we share the same ‘why.’ That is a great foundation to work off of.”
Just as important, the Mottles understand the importance of boundaries. “We also know when to step away from the business day,” Connie said. “We are empty nesters, and we could spend all day in the office, but when it comes time to separate work and home, you need to.”
For Jeff and Janet Sloan, TruBlue represented a continuation of a life dedicated to service. After 25 years in the military, Jeff was ready for a new chapter that still allowed him to serve others.
“We have always had a heart for serving seniors,” Jeff said. “After quite a bit of research, we found TruBlue and were drawn to the business model, supporting seniors while taking care of their homes so they can age in place. Who doesn’t want to stay in their home as long as they can in safety, independence and dignity? That is really what drew us to TruBlue.”
The franchise model itself particularly appealed to Jeff’s background. “The whole structured process really aligns with the way the military operates,” he said. “We loved that franchise business model. The training, the support, the marketing, the technology, the leadership, it is all already in place.”
Like the Mottles, the Sloans divided responsibilities based on strengths.
“We’ve broken up the tasks a bit,” Jeff said. “I am more in charge of the operations side of things and she does more of the marketing. She gets out promoting in the community. We’ve broken it down based on what we like to do. She likes interacting with people, and I enjoy the nuts and bolts. With that delegation of responsibilities, it has worked out really great for us.”
Janet says that communication is key when working with your spouse. “One of the things you have to remember when working from home, you sometimes just have to separate work-life,” she said. “You have to be able to communicate on that. That is a good daily reminder: ask your TruBlue partner what they are thinking about at the moment before jumping into something.”
And while working with a spouse can be rewarding, the Sloans say the support behind the scenes matters just as much. “The thing that I really benefit from is having someone at TruBlue who I can speak with and ask questions. We have a team out there,” Janet said. “It might not be in the office, but they are a quick phone call or an email away. Having that support really helps quite a bit. You won’t have all the answers, so TruBlue gives you a network to brainstorm.”
Jeff put it simply: “Two heads are better than one. There is a lot to get done. I can’t imagine having to do everything that she does.”
For both couples, the family-owned nature of their business isn’t just operational, it’s personal.
“Our partnership brings a unique advantage to our customers,” Connie said. “We bring that trust and consistency and accountability. We actually live here in the community. This carries our name and reputation as well. Our personal investment shows in how we treat customers in every project.”
Janet shares that same focus on integrity. “There is something to be said about being honest and making sure people in your community can really trust you and the service you are providing,” she said. “We intend to keep doing that.”
For couples considering franchising together, Jeff offers straightforward advice:
“Make sure you go into something you are passionate about,” he said. “We really have a heart for serving those seniors in the community. Make sure it is a mission that you are passionate about and you can enjoy working on together.”
To find out more information on costs to buy this franchise, please visit https://1851franchise.com/trubluehousecare/info.
TruBlue Home Service Ally
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For many couples and families, owning a business together is about building something meaningful that reflects shared values. Here’s how TruBlue fits the bill.
TruBlue Home Service Ally, a national franchise providing handyman services, preventative home maintenance and senior home modifications, has become a natural fit for husband-and-wife and family-owned teams. With a structured business model, low overhead and robust corporate support, TruBlue allows couples to divide responsibilities, leverage complementary strengths and serve their communities with purpose.
The stories of Connie and Kevin Mottle in Highland Lakes, Texas, and Janet and Jeff Sloan in Greeley, Colorado, illustrate how TruBlue empowers families to succeed, both professionally and personally.
Connie and Kevin Mottle didn’t initially set out to open a business together, but over time, the idea began to take shape. After owning two businesses in the past, including a successful cell phone store they ran for 11 years, the couple was looking for something with purpose. Personal experiences caring for Connie’s aging parents made the need for reliable senior home services impossible to ignore.
“We were looking at doing a handyman or home maintenance type business,” Connie said. “A lot of this came down to what we dealt with as my parents were aging. We found TruBlue and it really aligned with what we wanted to do and what we were looking for. Rather than starting that business from scratch, we started looking into what franchising had to offer us.”
For Kevin, who had previously built businesses independently, the franchise structure was appealing. “I started my last two businesses from scratch, which took a lot of time and wasn’t necessarily my strength,” he said. “TruBlue already has the structure and national presence, which made it a perfect fit for us.”
Connie agreed that the built-in support was critical. “Knowing that there’s a system in place gives us confidence in our ability to grow the business,” she said.
One of the biggest advantages TruBlue provides for couples is clarity around roles. Rather than competing for responsibilities, franchisees are encouraged to lean into their individual strengths.
“I do a lot of the marketing and things like that, so it’s really been beneficial in the ways that we work,” Connie said. “They offer all the support and are always willing to help and lend an ear and help us make changes. Kevin focuses more on operations and building the team.”
Connie added that defining responsibilities has strengthened both their marriage and their business. “It’s been good owning something as a couple, we had to figure out our own strengths,” she said. “We are figuring out what the day, the month and even the year looks like. Luckily, we share the same ‘why.’ That is a great foundation to work off of.”
Just as important, the Mottles understand the importance of boundaries. “We also know when to step away from the business day,” Connie said. “We are empty nesters, and we could spend all day in the office, but when it comes time to separate work and home, you need to.”
For Jeff and Janet Sloan, TruBlue represented a continuation of a life dedicated to service. After 25 years in the military, Jeff was ready for a new chapter that still allowed him to serve others.
“We have always had a heart for serving seniors,” Jeff said. “After quite a bit of research, we found TruBlue and were drawn to the business model, supporting seniors while taking care of their homes so they can age in place. Who doesn’t want to stay in their home as long as they can in safety, independence and dignity? That is really what drew us to TruBlue.”
The franchise model itself particularly appealed to Jeff’s background. “The whole structured process really aligns with the way the military operates,” he said. “We loved that franchise business model. The training, the support, the marketing, the technology, the leadership, it is all already in place.”
Like the Mottles, the Sloans divided responsibilities based on strengths.
“We’ve broken up the tasks a bit,” Jeff said. “I am more in charge of the operations side of things and she does more of the marketing. She gets out promoting in the community. We’ve broken it down based on what we like to do. She likes interacting with people, and I enjoy the nuts and bolts. With that delegation of responsibilities, it has worked out really great for us.”
Janet says that communication is key when working with your spouse. “One of the things you have to remember when working from home, you sometimes just have to separate work-life,” she said. “You have to be able to communicate on that. That is a good daily reminder: ask your TruBlue partner what they are thinking about at the moment before jumping into something.”
And while working with a spouse can be rewarding, the Sloans say the support behind the scenes matters just as much. “The thing that I really benefit from is having someone at TruBlue who I can speak with and ask questions. We have a team out there,” Janet said. “It might not be in the office, but they are a quick phone call or an email away. Having that support really helps quite a bit. You won’t have all the answers, so TruBlue gives you a network to brainstorm.”
Jeff put it simply: “Two heads are better than one. There is a lot to get done. I can’t imagine having to do everything that she does.”
For both couples, the family-owned nature of their business isn’t just operational, it’s personal.
“Our partnership brings a unique advantage to our customers,” Connie said. “We bring that trust and consistency and accountability. We actually live here in the community. This carries our name and reputation as well. Our personal investment shows in how we treat customers in every project.”
Janet shares that same focus on integrity. “There is something to be said about being honest and making sure people in your community can really trust you and the service you are providing,” she said. “We intend to keep doing that.”
For couples considering franchising together, Jeff offers straightforward advice:
“Make sure you go into something you are passionate about,” he said. “We really have a heart for serving those seniors in the community. Make sure it is a mission that you are passionate about and you can enjoy working on together.”
To find out more information on costs to buy this franchise, please visit https://1851franchise.com/trubluehousecare/info.
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