Martinizing Dry Cleaning

A revolutionary makeover to the industry giant. Martinizing Dry Cleaning has been around for decades, but recently was acquired by The Huntington Company. Our dynamic "hub and spoke" re-designed franchise opportunity is revolutionizing the industry, and we've now added new services to diversify and expand our reach.

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Martinizing Dry Cleaning

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Martinizing Dry Cleaning Franchise Cost and Requirements for 2023

Background

New ownership! New business model!

A revolutionary makeover to the industry giant…Martinizing Dry Cleaning has been around for decades, but recently was acquired by The Huntington Company. Our dynamic "hub and spoke" re-designed franchise opportunity is revolutionizing the industry, and we've now added new services to diversify and expand our reach. Welcome to the new Martinizing Dry Cleaning, which now features:

  • Traditional retail dry cleaning and laundry store
  • Residential dry cleaning and laundry delivery routes
  • Commercial dry cleaning and laundry delivery routes
  • Dry cleaning and laundry locker systems in commercial buildings and multi-unit dwellings
  • On-demand dry cleaning and laundry services (think Uber, but for dry cleaning instead of taxi)

Franchisees will open their location in a traditional retail establishment (approximately 1,800 to 2,500 sq. ft.). Within two weeks of the initial training program, franchisees will have the ability to launch Routes, Lockers, and On-demand. This unique opportunity allows franchisees to generate revenue from multiple services, all under the Martinizing brand.

Business Features Include:

  • Ranked #1 franchise in dry cleaning category for decades
  • Dry cleaning is ranked #4 in the top 10 best producing businesses by USA Today
  • Multi-unit locations with multiple service offerings
  • Low out-of-pocket up-front investment
  • A large majority of the total investment is made up of an equipment package that can be financed through many different options (collateral-based loan)
  • High gross profit margin
  • No industry experience preferred
  • Repeat business
  • B2B and B2C
  • Franchisor negotiates the lease for the franchisee
  • Franchisor procures and installs location equipment package
  • Family-friendly hours

Desired Candidate Profile:

  • Someone who has managed money, time and people
  • Customer service
  • Great people skills
  • Effective communicator
  • Experience in Project Management a huge plus
  • Team player
  • Organized
  • Willing to follow a system

Company Details

https://martinizingfranchise.com/why-us/Established: 1949
First Unit Franchised: 1949
Franchised Units: 420+
Company Owned Units: 0
States Registered In: All
Canada Franchises: yes
International Franchises: Yes

Support and Training Offered By Martinizing Dry Cleaning

Financial Assistance Provided: Third Party
Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Recruiting Assistance: No
Co-Operative Advertising: No
Training:

  1. Launch right start training program to help guide franchisee on obtaining insurance,  setting up business and banking accounts, etc.
  2. Assist franchisee in "acquiring" and negotiation of site and rebranding
  3. Develop and implement a grand opening marketing plan that includes adding mobile revenue streams.
  4. Provide one week of classroom training at our corporate headquarters.
  5. Provide one week of hands-on training at our corporate headquarters.
  6. Provide one week of in-field training at franchisee's location.
  7. Ongoing support via webinars, conference calls, emails, site visits, regional meetings and international conventions.


Other Info:

  • Technology - Martinizing will cater to "millennials" (people born in the 80s and 90s)
  • In 2017, millennials will spend more than $200 billion annually, eclipsing baby boomers
  • Five businesses in one for a very reasonable cash investment
  • Repeat business from multiple revenue streams
  • Family-friendly hours
  • Scalable, recession resistant
  • Can be run by a manager but no semi-absentee in beginning
  • We are the #1 player in the industry (have been for decades), and we're offering more than ever to Martinizing franchisees


2023 Franchise Requirements Needed to Own a Martinizing Dry Cleaning Franchise.

What does a Martinizing Dry Cleaning Franchise Cost?

Martinizing Dry Cleaning franchise fees for 2023:

Cash Investment: $62,500 - $200,000
Total Investment: Depends on the model selected $72k-$1,200,000
Minimum Net Worth: $500,000 
Franchise Fee: $62,500 Plant $30,000 satalite $25,000 route only
Royalty: 6%
Ad: 2%
Average Number of Employees: 5-10
Item 19: YES
SBA Approved: Yes
Passive Ownership: YES
Home Based: No
B2B: Yes
Master Franchise Opportunities: YES
Veteran Discount: YES
Special Discount Programs: 

Is Martinizing Dry Cleaning a Semi Absentee Franchise with a Passive Ownership Opportunity?

No. Martinizing Dry Cleaning is not a semi absentee franchise. The owner of the franchise (the franchisee) is expected to be involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations.

Is Martinizing Dry Cleaning a Home Based franchise?

No. Martinizing Dry Cleaning is not a home based franchise opportunity.

What Do Martinizing Dry Cleaning Franchise Owners Make?

Click here to find out how much Martinizing Dry Cleaning franchisees make. Martinizing Dry Cleaning offers an Item 19 in their Franchise Disclosure Document which provides financial information about select franchisees in their franchise system.

Is Martinizing Dry Cleaning a Master Franchise Opportunity?

No. Martinizing Dry Cleaning is not a master franchise opportunity.

Does Martinizing Dry Cleaning Offer a Veteran Discount?

Yes. Martinizing Dry Cleaning franchise does offer a veteran discount.

Does Martinizing Dry Cleaning Work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa Candidates?

Yes. Martinizing Dry Cleaning franchise does work with E2 Visa and EB-5 Visa candidates.

Is Martinizing Dry Cleaning Looking for Franchisees in Canada?

Yes. Martinizing Dry Cleaning franchise is looking for Canada franchisees.

Is Martinizing Dry Cleaning Looking for International franchisees?

Yes. Martinizing Dry Cleaning franchise is looking for International franchisees.

Where can I see Martinizing Dry Cleaning's FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document)?

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Additional Information

Additional Categories

Retail, Dry Cleaning & Laundry, Non Food Franchises

Number of Units Open

100+ UNITS

Cash Required

More than $250,000

Master Franchise

No

Passive Franchise

No

Home Based Franchise

No

Item 19 Franchise

Yes

Veteran Discount

No

B2B

Yes

Franchise Opportunities in Canada

Yes

International Franchise Opportunities

Yes

E2 Visa Franchise

Yes

Martinizing Dry Cleaning Franchises for Sale

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