May 20, 2012
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Your Cleaning and Maintenance Franchise Business Expansion News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in cleaning and maintenance franchising business expansion news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the cleaning and maintenance franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Cleaning and Maintenance Franchise Business Expansion NewsChem-Dry, Nation's Best Carpet Cleaner, Welcomes Two New Franchise OwnersThe two newest members of the Chem-Dry franchise family are longtime small businessmen who fought through injury and natural disaster to open their Chem-Dry locations in areas new to the world's largest carpet cleaner. When It Comes to Restroom Hygiene, Enviro-Master 'Shines'With 11 franchises currently open and operating in seven states, Enviro-Master is looking to have a total of 100 U.S. franchises within the next 48 months.
360clean is Expanding in Mobile and Seeks Franchisees to Manage Growth360clean expanded to the Gulf Coast in 2010 and now needs more franchisees in Mobile, Alabama market to manage the current and future growth. College Hunks Hauling Junk and College Hunks Moving Targets Northern California for Expansion PlansCollege Hunks Hauling Junk and College Hunks Moving is expanding throughout California and is seeking franchisees for the San Francisco Bay area and Northern California. The Eco-Friendly Filta Franchise Hopes to Promote Sustainability Solutions in Charleston, SC with a New Franchise LocationFilta Environmental Kitchen Solutions has opened up a new location in Charleston, SC. The franchise is rapidly expanding its eco-friendly services across Charleston.
Chem-Dry: As Housing Market Begins Rebound, Demand Grows for Sustainable Surface CleaningAs the nation continues to pull itself out of recession, demand grows for reliable, affordable ways to maintain surfaces in the country's homes. Local Chem-Dry Carpet Cleaning Companies Expand in Key Illinois, Colorado, Texas MarketsChem-Dry, the world's largest carpet cleaning company with more than 3,500 units, recently expanded its franchise holdings in key markets in Colorado, Texas and Illinois. Panda Dry Cleaners, LLC Announces Grand Opening of Their First Tide Dry Cleaners(R) LocationPanda Dry Cleaners LLC (PDC), in collaboration with Procter & Gamble (P&G), is bringing industry-leading innovation and breakthrough cleaning technology to its customers with the Grand Opening of its first Tide Dry Cleaners(R) store, at 10140... Start a Cleaning Business with Molly Maid in South East England?Molly Maid, the UK’s leading domestic cleaning service with hundreds of blue and pink cars on the road, is delighted to announce that it is looking to open new franchise locations in the South East. Marty Brecht Opens Charlotte Master Franchise for BuildingstarsBuildingstars, Inc., a leading commercial cleaning franchisor, continues to expand in the United States by awarding the Charlotte, North Carolina Master Franchise rights to Marty Brecht.
TruBlue House Care Opens Maryland Franchise to Bring Hassle-Free Living Option to Home and Property OwnersTruBlue House Care has expanded into Maryland with the opening of Thomas Keller’s franchise to serve home and property owners in Columbia, Glenwood, Ellicott City, Elkridge, North Laurel, Catonsville and other communities in and around Howard... Steamatic’s Growth Explodes; U.S. and International Franchises AddedSteamatic, Inc. is experiencing huge gains in domestic and international growth withfranchises opening in Fort Worth, Texas and Newport Beach, California, as well as France, Australia and Canada. Eco-preneur Launches Nation's First Green Carpet Cleaning Franchise OpportunityA patented seaweed-based solution and its business-savvy inventor are set to change the way America cleans carpet and furniture with the launch of the nation's first green franchise to enter the $5.3 billion carpet and upholstery cleaning segment. U.S. Lawns on a Roll with 7 New FranchiseesU.S. Lawns is seeding the new year with continued record growth as the company added seven franchisees in January to its nationwide network of commercial landscape management operators. The company marked a major milestone last year when it exceeded 250..
Pontiac, Michigan and the Surrounding Communities Become More Eco-Friendly with the Arrival of the Filta FranchiseFilta Environmental Kitchen Solutions has expanded into Pontiac, Michigan and surrounding areas. The Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions Franchise Opens New Location in Saratoga Springs, NYFilta Environmental Kitchen Solutions has recently begun offering service to Saratoga and its surrounding communities with the addition of Franchise Owners Albert Feldman and Tom Buchan. Tartan Window Cleaners Arrive In CalgaryMen In Kilts Calgary is celebrating its grand opening launch and will be cleaning windows in kilts on Stephen Avenue this Saturday, April 21, 2012, from Noon until 2:30 p.m. U.S. Lawns Adds 4 Franchisees to National NetworkBuilding on a year of double digit growth in its network of franchise locations, U.S. Lawns announced today that four new franchisees have joined the company A new, environmentally friendly Lapels(R) Dry Cleaning Store opens in Seattle, WA. Grand Opening Celebration May 30.Lapels(R) Dry Cleaning, an innovative, environmentally friendly dry cleaning company headquartered in Hanover, Massachusetts, is pleased to announce the latest addition to its growing nationwide family of retail stores. On May 9, the first...
Panda Dry Cleaners LLC Announces Grand Opening of Tide Dry Cleaners® in PhoenixPanda Dry Cleaners LLC (PDC), in collaboration with Procter & Gamble (P&G), is bringing industry-leading innovation and breakthrough cleaning technology to its customers with the Grand Opening of its newest Tide Dry Cleaners® store, at 3956... 360clean Targets Sales Executives To Fuel National Expansion360clean, the fast-growing specialized janitorial franchise best known for its specialization in cleaning medical offices, is now recruiting new Area Developers that will spearhead the launch of new markets across the United States. The Cleaning Authority Doesn't Think Returning Veterans Should Have to Fight to Find Great Business OpportunitiesThe Cleaning Authority (TCA) announced an exciting new offer for all qualified armed forces veterans—a full 50% off The Cleaning Authority's initial franchise fee.
U.S. Lawns adds 6 new franchiseesContinuing an aggressive expansion as it celebrates its 25th anniversary year, Orlando-based U.S. Lawns announces the addition of six new franchisees to its network of more than 240 landscape-management franchises nationwide. Marc Limmany Opens New Mexico Regional Office for Vanguard Cleaning Systems, Inc.Vanguard Cleaning Systems®, Inc., a leading commercial cleaning franchisor, continues to expand in the United States by awarding the New Mexico Master Franchise rights to Marc Limmany. Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions Franchise Begins Servicing Additional Locations in Newark, NJFilta Environmental Kitchen Solutions has expanded its green services into Newark, NJ and its surrounding areas with the addition of new Franchise Owner Marcelia Keene. Creative Colors International Opens New Franchise Location In Fort Payne, ALCreative Colors International (CCI) announces the opening of its newest franchise servicing the tristate area which includes Fort Payne, Gadsden, Guntersville, Albertville, Rome, and Chattanooga. Vanguard Cleaning Systems Opens Long Island Regional OfficeVanguard Cleaning Systems, Inc., a leading commercial cleaning franchisor, added a regional office on Long Island, expanding its presence on the East Coast. U.S. Lawns Seeds Business Growth, Offers Franchises Nationwide at $0 DownU.S. Lawns, the country's fastest-growing landscape management franchise, today announced plans to stimulate small-business growth nationally with a special no-money-down franchising offer. U.S. Lawns Grows Strong in 2011, Now Counts More Than 250 Franchises NationwideU.S. Lawns, one of America’s fastest-growing franchisors, capped its 25th anniversary year in 2011 with growth exceeding a record 250 franchises in its commercial landscape-management network. As Economic Dust Settles, DUCTZ Franchise Breathes Easy with Record GrowthRestoring the air that people breathe following a natural disaster and maintaining healthy air in homes and businesses across America are enormous, ongoing responsibilities … and big business. The combined demand for commercial and residential air. Vanguard Cleaning Systems, Inc. Announces the Opening of Calgary, Alberta OfficeVanguard Cleaning Systems, Inc., a leading commercial cleaning franchisor, continues its steady growth in North America by announcing the opening of the Calgary, Alberta, Canada office. Service Brands International Acquires Protect Painters – Sets Plans in Motion for Significant Franchise GrowthWhile today's economy is troubling for many industries, Service Brands International (SBI), the franchisor of household services category leaders Molly Maid, Mr. Handyman and 1-800-DryClean, is aggressively growing with the acquisition of Protect... Creative Colors International Opens New Franchise Location In Omaha, NeCreative Colors International (CCI) announces the opening of its newest franchise servicing Omaha, Papillion, Belluvue, and Freemont in Nebraska and Council Bluffs, Iowa. CCI is a recognized leader in repair, reconditioning and color restoration of... College Hunks Moving Into The FutureIt's hard to imagine how 6 years ago College Hunks Hauling Junk began with a beat-up cargo van in Washington DC, hauling unwanted items from local residents and businesses. Now a multi-million dollar franchise hauling junk in over 34 markets covering 85 z Firestorm Announces Newest FranchiseFirestorm is pleased to announce their newest franchise has been established in the Denver/Boulder, CO, metropolitan area. Dan Warnock Opens Nebraska Regional Office for Vanguard Cleaning SystemsVanguard Cleaning Systems, a leading commercial cleaning franchisor, continues to expand in the United States by awarding the Nebraska Master Franchise rights to Dan Warnock. 1-800-DryClean Proves Upside Franchise Opportunity For Downsized CoupleShannon Toler-New, president of 1-800-DryClean franchise, formally welcomed new franchisees, Tim and Andrea Noonan, owners of 1-800-DryClean of Farmington Valley, Connecticut. David Yates Opens Cincinnati Regional Office for Vanguard Cleaning Systems, Inc.Vanguard Cleaning Systems, Inc., a leading commercial cleaning franchisor, continues to expand in the United States by awarding the Cincinnati Master Franchise rights to David Yates.
The Miami Spotlight Shines on the Environmental Filta Franchise as it Expands into Miami, FLFilta Environmental Kitchen Solutions has been offering its green services since its inception in 1996, and now the service franchise has turned its spotlight to Miami, FL with the addition of Tony Gianquinto. Filta's Cooking Oil Micro-Filtration Service and Kitchen Sustainability Solutions are now Being Offered in Denver, COThe Filta Environmental Kitchen Solutions Franchise has selected businessman Charles Coffey to open up a new service location in Denver, CO and its surrounding areas.
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Features & Special ReportsAnatomy of a Turnaround: Bennigan's Reclaims The Integrity of An IconEveryone loves a good comeback story, and I am honored and humbled to be at the helm of a classic turnaround tale. Growth Machine: Anil Yadav Shows No Signs Of Slowing DownAnil Yadav has graced the pages (and one cover) of Multi-Unit Franchisee magazine twice before. 5 Key Mobile Marketing Strategies for FranchisesFor franchise marketers, mobile marketing is now paramount to a successful online strategy. MarketingSherpa: Marketing Wisdom for 2012In case you missed it (and when it comes to marketing and social media there's plenty to keep up on), MarketingSherpa published its Wisdom Report, "Marketing Wisdom for 2012" earlier this year. Time For Benchmarking: All That's Needed Is The WillI am convinced that someday the franchising community will finally get around to unleashing its biggest competitive strength: unit predictability. Improving the Speed and Effectiveness of Your Responses to ProspectsWe asked two franchise marketing pros what they're doing to provide more timely - and relevant - responses to prospect inquiries. Social Media Roundup - May 2012Here are four reasons local business marketers should continue to use the Yellow Pages. Health-Scare Reform: "There's Still More That We Don't Know Than We Do."Since national health care reform was signed into law in March 2010, it has generated strong reaction from multi-unit franchisees and small-business owners across the nation. The Customer Within: Provide Coworkers With The Best Service PossibleWhen we talk about customer service, we usually think about how we deal with the people who walk through our doors--both physical and virtual--to purchase our products and services. Do It Now: 3 Easy Ways To Stop Procrastinating TodayProcrastination is like a virus. It creeps up on you slowly, drains you of energy, and is difficult to get rid of if your resistance is low. 
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