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Furniture Medic

The Prescription for Damaged Furniture

Business Type

Franchise

Number of Units

625

In Business Since

1990

Overview

Furniture Medic, the world's largest furniture repair and restoration franchisor, has established a reputation for excellence unmatched in the industry. Our system's success is firmly rooted in our dedication to providing our customers with unparalleled craftsmanship and quality service.

Utilizing exclusive, technologically advanced equipment, products and processes, the expert technicians of Furniture Medic revitalize valuable furniture and wood pieces, restoring and enhancing their natural beauty and strength. In addition to delivering dramatic results, a Furniture Medic franchise offers convenience by performing many repairs on-site in homes and offices. Our franchisees provide home and business owners an affordable alternative to replacing fine wood furnishings and fixtures. As a Furniture Medic franchise owner, you will have the opportunity to build your business on our system's solid reputation and established methods.

Products & Services

Furniture Medic a franchise opportunity from Franchise Genius

Furniture Medic, the world's largest and most respected franchisor in furniture repair and restoration, was founded in 1992. The Furniture Medic network has grown quickly thanks to market demand, the system's professionalism and its alliance with The ServiceMaster Company, the world's largest service franchising company. The company has performed so well, Entrepreneur Magazine has recognized Furniture Medic as the #1 furniture repair and restoration franchise in the country for ten years running.

When the company's founder came upon the idea of Furniture Medic, he was simply trying to find a better way to repair his own broken furniture. After moving into a new home, he discovered several expensive pieces had been damaged in transit, some severely and others with dents and dings. Rather than purchasing new furnishings, he researched alternative solutions and found most of the refinishing shops had an extremely long turnaround time that was inadequate. Thus the business of restoring furniture to its original condition on-site was conceived.

In 1996, Furniture Medic was acquired by The ServiceMaster Company. The Furniture Medic network has grown to more than 500 locations across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, Furniture Medic is one of nine ServiceMaster Consumer Services companies which offer a wide range of related home maintenance, commercial cleaning and restoration services. The other companies include: ServiceMaster Clean, Merry Maids, AmeriSpec, TruGreen ChemLawn, Terminix, and American Home Shield.

Training & Support

Startup
Prior to arrival at the Training Academy, each franchisee completes a "21-Day home study" course designed to bring the class in at the same level - without regard to previous woodworking skills. Once at the Academy, new owners undergo an intensive, two-week, hands-on curriculum that develops target skill sets and integrates them into the services you will provide. Attention is also focused on actual business startup, marketing, customer acquisition and retention.

Ongoing
After graduation from the Training Academy, franchisees may want to participate in a Mentoring Program that pairs experienced franchisees with new owners in the same general service area. The purpose is to press new skill sets into use while developing finesse in customer acquisition. Additionally, there are opportunities to enhance skills through Regional Meetings as well as our Annual Convention. Here, new products and processes are showcased and exhibited. These gatherings provide owners with the opportunity to network, solve common problems and master new skills and techniques.

Why Furniture Medic?

The benefits to you are:

Access to repair and restoration work from national insurance companies
Access to technical expertise and business support
Training programs for development of your people
Access to financing programs provided by our affiliate company, The ServiceMaster Acceptance Corporation
Higher value at time of sale of your business because of your growth and association with a well-recognized national company

Are You a Good Fit for Furniture Medic?

Initial Investment

Initial Investment of $37,500 U.S. to include the following:
Non-exclusive territory and rights to Furniture Medic name and identity
All tools, supplies, equipment, products, and cases to start your business
Training
Notebook computer & proprietary software
Initial marketing materials
Identified clothing

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