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Surface Specialists Franchise

Surface Specialists offers a diverse range of home restoration services providing low-cost, on-site services such as bathtub repair, refinishing, and remodeling.

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Highlights
Cash Required

$25,000

Min. Franchise Fee

$36,000

Total Number of Units

44

Franchising Since

1984

Corporate Headquarters

Matthews,NC

CEO Name

Dan Kaplan

About Surface Specialists

Surface Specialists offers a diverse range of home restoration services through their franchising system. They provide low-cost, on-site services such as bathtub repair, refinishing, and remodeling, allowing franchisees to start a business for under $50,000.

Surface Specialists is a home restoration franchise that offers customers various options for bathtub repair, refinishing, and remodeling. Its diverse range of services caters to everyone's needs and budget, giving it a competitive edge in the industry. Operating as a home-based business, it keeps overhead costs low and offers several advantages over a storefront business.

Franchise Unit Trends & Revenue

Total Number of Units

44

New Units Opened

-

Average Unit Revenue

$296,405

* in 2025

Franchise Fees

Min. Franchise Fee

$36,000
Veteran's Fee: $32,400

Royalty Fee

5.0%
Gross Receipts

Ad Fund Fee

1.0%
Gross Receipts

Why Choose Surface Specialists?

Choosing to franchise with Surface Specialists offers many benefits. It's a low-cost investment with proven success, and as a home-based business, it keeps overhead costs low. Additionally, it provides the freedom for franchisees to select the services they offer, set their own schedules, pricing, and warranty structures, and control their own future. With more than 10 years as a Best of the Best franchise, prospective franchisees can trust in the value of the Surface Specialists brand.

Starting Costs & Investment Requirements

Total Investment

$43,200 - $56,000

Net Worth Required

$75,000

Cash Required

$25,000

Training and Support
Financing Available

Training & Support

Training and Support for Surface Specialists franchisees include:

  • Comprehensive two-week training program
  • Franchise Fee includes materials and equipment
  • Franchisees receive a large protected territory
  • In-house financing options for a portion of the franchise fee
  • Ongoing support from an experienced franchisor
  • Freedom to choose services offered and set own schedules and pricing

History

Surface Specialists has been a leader in the home restoration industry for over 30 years. What started as a business to repair burns in countertops has expanded over the years to become one of the nation's largest franchises offering bathtub and kitchen repair and refinishing. The franchise system represents over 80 bathtub manufacturers across the country for their warranty repairs, underscoring its wide reach and reputation.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for a Surface Specialists franchise is someone from a blue-collar, hands-on work history who is looking for a relatively low-cost investment opportunity. This individual should be self-motivated, able to manage their own schedule, and comfortable making important business decisions. A willingness to learn and follow the proven strategies of an established franchise system is also essential.

The information in this page has been provided by the franchise or representative stated above. BizBuySell has no stake in the sale of this franchise, has not independently verified any of the information about the franchise, and assumes no responsibility for its accuracy or completeness. Read BizBuySell's Terms of Use before responding to any franchise.

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