CertaPro Painters

Available in Multiple Locations
Cash Required

$85,000

Min. Franchise Fee

$65,000

Total Number of Units

326

Franchising Since

1992

Corporate Headquarters

Audubon,PA

CEO Name

Mike Stone

Overview

  • The Painting Industry is valued at $60 Billion a year. CertaPro Owns Less Than 2% of the painting market; there’s plenty of room for growth!
  • CertaPro Painters = $700M in 2023 System-wide Sales. Average All (1 year+) = $2,086,740 (2023 Franchise Disclosure Document)
  • CertaPro Painters® is North America's largest residential and commercial painting company.
  • No painting or home improvement experience needed; we focus on guiding and leading teams.
  • Our culture, built on core values, drives our success: delivering on promises, pride in our work, respect, continuous improvement, and embracing potential.
  • Franchise owners benefit from a mix of residential and commercial revenue streams, allowing for faster scaling and economic stability.
  • Minimal overhead costs (no storefronts, low inventory, few employees) enable franchisees to manage expenses effectively and maintain a healthy bottom line.

Franchise Unit Trends and Revenue

Total Number of Units

326

New Units Opened

5

Average Unit Revenue

$2,086,740

* in 2023

Franchise Fees

Min. Franchise Fee

$65,000
Veteran's Fee: $55,250

Royalty Fee

4.0% - 6.0%
Gross Sales

Ad Fund Fee

2.0% - 3.0%
Gross Sales

Why Choose CertaPro Painters?

  • Low Inventory / High Margin
  • Reputable / Future Forward
  • Recession Resistant
  • Commitment to improvement sets us apart in the industry.
  • We foster an environment where franchisee creativity and collaboration are celebrated.
  • We provide more than just tools and resources, creating a community where franchisees feel a sense of belonging.

Starting Costs and Investment Requirements

Total Investment

$171,000 - $302,500

Net Worth Required

$250,000

Cash Required

$85,000

Training and Support

Training and Support

5 to 1 Franchisee / Corporate Support Staff
How do we Support Your Success?

  • Development Owners' School
  • Goal setting/tracking
  • Monthly financial calls with your peers
  • Support for your staff

IT Support

  • Unplanned Outages / Fix/New User Setup

Marketing

  • Regional, Local

Technology

  • Estimates and contracts delivered on-the-spot to customers

History

  • Founded in the U.S. in 1991, CertaPro is the largest residential and commercial painting company in North America, with over 500+ franchised units in the U.S. and Canada.
  • CertaPro’s market potential is driven by North America’s aging housing stock, which requires painting every three to seven years.
  • CertaPro is a subsidiary of FirstService Brands, which also owns California Closets, Paul Davis Restoration, Pillar to Post, and Floor Coverings International.

Ideal Candidate

  • Full Time and Effort
  • Leadership Skills
  • Hire, Train, Motivate, Retain
  • Sales & Marketing Skills a Plus
  • Dedication to following a System
  • Clean Background
  • Financially Qualified
    • Net Worth $250K+
    • Liquid Funds $85K+

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