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 | Fish Window Cleaning ServicesHelping America See Clearly |
Business Type
FranchiseMin Liquid Capital
$60,000Total Investment
$78,225 to $139,700Required Net Worth
$150,000Number of Units
315In Business Since
1978* For Current Info See:
Franchise Disclosure Document
Overview
Welcome to the Fish Window Cleaning® organization! We are grateful that we are on the team together. You are now in business for yourself but not by yourself. My goal as a franchisor is to build a recognizable market brand that will set you apart from every other window cleaning company in your area. It’s as simple as that. If you are ready to follow the system, it will take three to five years off the normal learning curve.
We want to meet your expectations both personally and financially. Our business philosophy has always strongly emphasized quality service at every step. This will be true in our relationship with you as well. Using my 29 plus years of experience, we can make your business successful and profitable, while helping you avoid years of mistakes. And believe me, I’ve made my share. I’ve clearly learned what works and what doesn’t in every aspect of this business. We have put together a business system that will give you a jump-start and provide on-going support.
We want to meet your expectations both personally and financially. Our business philosophy has always strongly emphasized quality service at every step. This will be true in our relationship with you as well. Using my 29 plus years of experience, we can make your business successful and profitable, while helping you avoid years of mistakes. And believe me, I’ve made my share. I’ve clearly learned what works and what doesn’t in every aspect of this business. We have put together a business system that will give you a jump-start and provide on-going support.
Products & Services
When you hire a window cleaner, you probably want more than just clean windows. You want timely, reliable service from someone who cares about your satisfaction. With Fish Window Cleaning, that’s precisely what you’ll get. Our high standards have made us the clear choice Nationwide. Contact us today for a free and prompt on-site estimate. Some of the benefits of choosing Fish Window Cleaning include:- Commercial & Residential; Interior & Exterior
- Customized cleaning programs
- Fully licensed, insured, and bonded professionals
- A growing National reputation
- Guaranteed customer satisfaction
We are certain that we can offer the most professional and consistent service in the industry to our clients.
Training & Support
Training includes:
Examples of our ongoing support:
- A thoroughly documented operations manual
- Business Fundamentals 101
- Grow It! Sales and Marketing
- Hands-on Fish Window Cleaning Techniques
- We "Train the Trainer" so you can train your employees
- "Live-On-The-Street" Bidding, Sales, and Service
- Ladder Safety
- Effective Marketing
- Service is an Art
- Scheduling and Routing for Efficiency
- How FWC Franchise Owners get 8% More Than The Competition
- Employee Management
- Successful Recruiting and Retention
- Office Procedures
- Financial Planning and Management
- Customized "Fish II" Software Training
Examples of our ongoing support:
- Toll Free "877" number
- Website - (on line supplies, etc.)
- Personal web page for each franchisee
- Newsletter
- Weekly eFax - The Fishing Report
- Discount buying privileges
- Our Sales Reps actually assist you in your territory during start-up!
- National and Regional customer referrals and acquisitions
- Growing name recognition
- Training Center for "Refresher Courses"
- Periodic field visits
- Ongoing product development
- Annual and Regional Meetings
Why Fish Window Cleaning Services?
Many service businesses, including cleaning businesses can be very good. In our specific business, the amount of money a worker can gross per hour and consequently net per hour is much higher than in most cleaning businesses or other janitorial businesses, etc. I am confident that this is true in any market.Another huge advantage is that our work is Monday through Friday, daytime work. This is very unusual for this industry. In twenty years, I could count on my fingers the number of times I've had to work on Saturday. I don't work on Sunday. If my guys ever do, it's strictly their option.
You are carrying a minimum inventory and not one that results in loss. In some respects, the business always remains a shoe string operation. You don't need thousands of dollars of depreciating or obsolete equipment. In fact, with good care, equipment nearly lasts forever. In comparison to most other businesses, the start-up, equipment, and inventory costs are very low.
We have a proven system. Every area of the business can be duplicated by the franchisee. The bugs have been worked out through the years. If you follow the system, you'll do well.
In retail, you've got to wait for the customer to come to you. In this business, you can go to your customer. Unlike a man I was talking to recently, who purchased a Mr. Good-Cents sandwich shop. His customer base is within a mile radius or two. If a Subway goes in across the street, he's sunk. My range of business activity is wide open. That is a definite plus.
The advantages go on. There are no serious national window cleaning companies that target our niche market. Usually there are a couple of serious companies in each city. But mainly you're competing against guys that pick up a bucket and hit the street. They are not insured. They don't have a reputation. They come and go. They fail to run the business wisely. Therefore, even though we are a relatively small business, we are a major player in our metro area.
Are You a Good Fit for Fish Window Cleaning Services?
Here is Mike Merrick's top five qualities for a franchisee:
Goal oriented person. Practically, we want to find franchisees who have a higher comfort level. Someone who easily reaches their comfort level will grow the business until they've got a decent income - it's not hard - and then they'll level off. We want to find franchisees willing to take the business to the next level. The opportunity is waiting.
Truly service centered. This has been a part of my philosophy from the beginning. It is not lip service to me. It is based in my values from the start of the day to the end. I insist the customer is king. If a customer isn't pleased, we ask "what will it take to make you happy?"
Sales drive. Once the goal is set and the commitment to service is there, this is a business driven by a determination to hit the street and sell. If you do, you will shine big. The work is there. The money is there. If you don't regularly sell, you will flop. There is no substitute.
The ability to manage employees. If you can't handle employees, you shouldn't do this business.
Personality. The customer buys your personality while paying for your service. The clean windows consistently come second to the window cleaner. If you aren't seen as a likeable person, this opportunity may not be for you.
Organized. Our system teaches every aspect of doing this business well. It just needs to be followed. This business can be a disaster to the person lacking organization, intent on doing their own thing.
I can probably boil it down to two words: Attitude and Aptitude. You need the right attitude, every single day. It's the "I will succeed" attitude that drives every successful business owner of every business - not just the window cleaning business. By "aptitude" I mean you need to have some inherent skills or the ability to learn them.
One other thing. When someone buys a Fish Window Cleaning franchise, one of the most valuable tools they get is 30 years of my mistakes. If you're buying our experience, make sure you use it.
Goal oriented person. Practically, we want to find franchisees who have a higher comfort level. Someone who easily reaches their comfort level will grow the business until they've got a decent income - it's not hard - and then they'll level off. We want to find franchisees willing to take the business to the next level. The opportunity is waiting.
Truly service centered. This has been a part of my philosophy from the beginning. It is not lip service to me. It is based in my values from the start of the day to the end. I insist the customer is king. If a customer isn't pleased, we ask "what will it take to make you happy?"
Sales drive. Once the goal is set and the commitment to service is there, this is a business driven by a determination to hit the street and sell. If you do, you will shine big. The work is there. The money is there. If you don't regularly sell, you will flop. There is no substitute.
The ability to manage employees. If you can't handle employees, you shouldn't do this business.
Personality. The customer buys your personality while paying for your service. The clean windows consistently come second to the window cleaner. If you aren't seen as a likeable person, this opportunity may not be for you.
Organized. Our system teaches every aspect of doing this business well. It just needs to be followed. This business can be a disaster to the person lacking organization, intent on doing their own thing.
I can probably boil it down to two words: Attitude and Aptitude. You need the right attitude, every single day. It's the "I will succeed" attitude that drives every successful business owner of every business - not just the window cleaning business. By "aptitude" I mean you need to have some inherent skills or the ability to learn them.
One other thing. When someone buys a Fish Window Cleaning franchise, one of the most valuable tools they get is 30 years of my mistakes. If you're buying our experience, make sure you use it.
