Archadeck

Archadeck is North America’s largest custom designer and builder of custom decks, screened porches, open porches, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, hardscapes, and other outdoor living spaces. Archadeck provides rigorous training, a proven sales methodology, in-house drafting department, in-depth franchise support, and marketing systems that enable franchisees to launch their businesses quickly.
With an average project sale of approximately $45,484 and gross profit margins of approximately 40.2%, average gross revenue for an Archadeck is $2,024,296.
Modest start-up costs with unlimited growth potential: With a home-based business that required minimal tools and equipment, low start up capital is required. The standard territory initial investment ranges from $140,000-$160,000.
Operational flexibility with home-based model: You have the ability to start from home and eventually grow into a showroom or office space.
No construction experience required! This is a design and project management business.
Leader in the Outdoor Living Design-Build Industry: Archadeck is the largest outdoor living design-build franchise with over 40 years of experience.
Why the Outdoor Living Industry?
Project Manager based
Slim Competition
Niche
Flexible schedule
Low overhead
High gross profits margins
OUR IDEAL FRANCHISEE
Corporate refugee
Military Veteran
Project Manager
AVAILABLE MARKETS
US markets available: All except listed below
Candidate MUST have a contractor's license in order to qualify for Archadeck in CA, FL, and NV
TOP MARKETS: Austin, TX; St. Louis, MO; St. Paul, MN; Pittsburgh, PA; Salt Lake/Provo, UT; Portland, OR; Phoenix/N Scottsdale, AZ; Tampa/Jacksonville, FL; Milwaukee, WI; McKinney/Denton, TX
Sold out markets: DE
Available in Canada: NO
International Referrals: NO
BACKGROUND
Year founded: 1980
Year Franchised: 1985
Number of franchises currently operating: 74
Number of corporate owned franchises: 0
Home Based: YES
Absentee ownership available: NO
Accepting Master Franchisor and Area Developer Referrals: NO
Average number of employees required: 1-3
E2 Visa Friendly: NO
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Franchise Fee: Single: $59,500
Providing earnings guidance in Item 19 in FDD: YES
Total investment range: $215,400 - $239,300 (includes one year of advertising and working capital)
Net worth requirement: $100,000
Royalty: 6.5% Sales Royalty + 1.5% National Marketing Fund (scaled royalty as sales grow)
Additional fees: 1.5%
Financial assistance available: 3rd Party
VetFran program: YES
SUPPORT & TRAINING PROVIDED
Training and support program details:
The initial training program for Archadeck University is delivered by our team of franchise support professionals through a variety of mechanisms, including the following channels:
Classroom training at our headquarters facility in Richmond, VA
Field training in your local market
Web-based training, including both recorded and interactive sessions
During your first year of operation, you will receive multiple field visits from Archadeck’s corporate support team to ensure that you are using the available tools, products, and services to good effect.
Cost for Training: Included in franchise fee
Lodging and airfare included: NO
Site Selection Assistance: N/A
Lease Negotiation Assistance: N/A
Mentor following training: YES
Length of mentoring Franchisee: Ongoing
Commission payable 5 days post Empower Brands receiving full funds from the client