Best in Class Operations
As a
CertaPro Painters franchise owner, you manage the business while your crews do the painting.
You do not need to have experience in the painting business to
operate a CertaPro Painters franchise. Our training and ongoing support programs are the result of best practices gathered from hundreds of franchisees over the last 20 years.
CertaPro Painters is the largest residential and commercial painting franchise in North America, redefining service in an industry estimated at over $40 billion.
CertaPro Painters History
North America’s Most Referred Painting Company
In business, reputation is king. Since 1992, our customers have made the CertaPro brand the most trusted, most referred and most reliable in the industry. Our name is synonymous with excellence, a position we’ve earned through the hard work of our franchisees and their commitment to redefining the home service industry.
CertaPro franchisees enjoy the stability and solid standing that comes from a well-known, reputable brand.
| Total Number of Units: |
296 |
| Franchised Units: |
296 |
| Year Established: |
1991 |
| Franchising Since: |
1992 |
| Awards: |
• Ranked #1 in franchisee satisfaction in Franchise Business Review home service category.**
• Ranked #1 by Entrepreneur magazine in a category we established.
• Awarded Best Overall Franchise in 2011 by the Canadian Franchise Association, and a Gold Medal recipient for franchisee satisfaction.
• Distinguished as a military friendly franchise by GI Jobs Magazine in 2010 & 2011.
• Recognized by Franchise Direct's Top 100 Global Franchises of 2012.
**CertaPro is ranked #1 in franchisee satisfaction in the home service category based on franchisee market research from over 300 brands in the last 12 months by Franchise Business Review.
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Benefits of Owning a CertaPro Painters Franchise
The Average Gross Sales for a
CertaPro Painters Business was $700,323 in 2011. Up from $643,577 in 2010 and $549,215 in 2009*.
We’re CertaPro
We have a value set that defines our business; at the core of it is a simple principle:
Deliver What You Promise.
We’d like to start delivering on our promise to you, fill out the form below or call 1-800-377-8722 to learn about how a CertaPro Painters business can transform your future.
*These are Average Gross Sales for US CertaPro franchisees who were in operation for at least 12 months in the years listed. All figures are based upon information provided to CertaPro by US franchisees, who operated a CertaPro business for the full 12 months of the respective year, including those that are certified and perform commercial services. Some franchisees own more than one territory. The information provided by the franchisees has not been audited nor has it been independently verified. The information is for the respective period January 1 through December 31, 2009, January 1 through December 31, 2010 and January 1 through December 31, 2011.
**CertaPro is ranked #1 in franchisee satisfaction in the home service category based on franchisee market research from over 300 brands in the last 12 months by Franchise Business Review.
© 2012 CertaPro Painters Ltd. This is not an offer to sell a franchise. Offerings are made by Franchise Disclosure Document only.
CertaPro Financial Investment
| Total Initial Investment: |
$129,000 - $158,500 |
| Franchise Fee: |
$52,500 |
| Liquid Capital Required: |
$75,000 |
| Net Worth Required: |
$300,000 |
| Financial Assistance: |
Yes up to half of the franchise fee |
| Start-Up Capital: |
$129,000 - $158,500 |
CertaPro Painters Training and Support
These tools provide our franchisees with the foundation to continue growing the CertaPro Painters brand.
- Classroom and field training initially covers everything from job estimating, running job sites, managing employees to understanding and utilizing sales and marketing strategies.
- Training and Recruiting key staff members, such as office, sales and production management personnel available.
- Regional Support General Managers monitor and track your territory trends to help franchisees develop long-term strategies for residential and commercial business development.
- National Advertising in high profile media, including print magazines such as Country Living, and Martha Stewart Living, and cable TV spots on HGTV, Style Network and TLC. Color Expert, Shannon Kaye, host of Fresh Coat on the DIY Network.
- Local and National Marketing Programs:
- Internet Search Engine Marketing Campaigns
- National Call Center, 1-800-GO-CERTA.
- Co-op Media Planning and Buying
- Response-driven direct mail campaigns
- Customer Research to ensure CertaPro Painters continues to deliver on customer wants!
- Proprietary Technology to help maximize margins.
- Peer Networking and Ongoing Education through annual national convention, regional meetings and business planning groups, online forums, webinars and tutorials to encourage mutual learning and constant improvement.
- Visionary Leaders, recognized for assembling an exceptional staff committed to franchisee support.
| Does Corporate Assist in Site Selection: |
Yes |
| Does Corporate Provide Advertising and Marketing (Local, National): |
Yes |
| Does Corporate Provide Continued Training: |
Yes |
CertaPro Painters Franchise Requirements - We are looking for motivated individuals who are prepared to take their financial future into their own hands.
- We are looking for people who have the ability to set goals and strive to achieve them.
- We are looking for people who are able to learn and execute a precise business plan.
- We are looking for people that can lead and motivate employees to achieve short and long-term goals.
To be a successful CertaPro Franchisee, you must be ready to invest in yourself.
Financial Requirements
- Net Worth: $300,000
- Total Investment: $129,000 to $158,000
- Financing available for up to half of the franchise fee.
Location Requirements
- North America in available territories – Particularly looking to target:
- Southwest Georgia,
- Oregon,
- Florida,
- California,
- New York, and
- Northern New Jersey.
Other Target Market Areas Include:
| California |
Texas |
New York |
Florida |
New Jersey |
| Michigan |
Pennsylvania |
Georgia |
Massachusetts |
Virginia |
| Ohio |
Alabama |
Arizona |
Arkansas |
Colorado |
| Connecticut |
Delaware |
District of Columbia |
Hawaii |
Idaho |
| Illinois |
Indiana |
Iowa |
Kansas |
Kentucky |
| Louisiana |
Maine |
Maryland |
Minnesota |
Mississippi |
| Missouri |
Nebraska |
Nevada |
New Hampshire |
New Jersey |
| New Mexico |
North Carolina |
Oklahoma |
Oregon |
Pennsylvania |
| Rhode Island |
South Carolina |
South Dakota |
Tennessee |
Texas |
| Utah |
Vermont |
Virginia |
Washington |
Wisconsin |
Testimonials
“I have been more profitable than I would have even imagined.” Aaron Lewis
“This business has unlimited growth potential.” David & Lorena Streb, Towson, MD
“The core values of the organization are above reproach.” Dale Busic, Cypress, TX
“CertaPro’s support is second to none. That’s why I chose to join CertPro over other franchises.” Jim Zades, Henderson, NV