- Franchise 500 Rank
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N/R Not ranked last year
- Initial investment
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$90K - $279K
- Units as of 2021
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94 6% over 3 years
ABC Seamless is one of the largest seamless siding firms in the United States. ABC Seamless typically offers a wide variety of ABC Seamless siding and other remodeling options such as gutters, roofing, and windows. It is a franchise that has won numerous awards for its performance in the industry.
Gerald Beyers founded ABC Seamless in Fargo, North Dakota. It started with the purchase of Beyers’ first seamless siding machine in 1973. In just three years, Beyers had raised enough money to purchase another machine. In 1978, he took the plunge and began franchising ABC Seamless locations.
Currently, ABC Seamless has over 80 franchises throughout the United States and is actively seeking potential franchisees ready to join the ABC Seamless family.
Why You May Want to Start an ABC Seamless Franchise
If you decide to open an ABC Seamless franchise, you may join a nationwide brand that genuinely supports its franchisees. Upon becoming an ABC Seamless franchisee, you might gain access to unique ABC Seamless products, including their revolutionary seamless steel siding, seamless log siding, seamless gutter price systems, steel roofing, and more.
As a new franchisee, you may receive support in setting up your territory. ABC Seamless does not usually overlap regions of their franchises, so you may not have direct company competition. ABC Seamless also typically does not sell its products to other independent contractors.
A marketing team may provide you with the tools to create and start campaigns. ABC Seamless teaches franchisees how to gather leads for their businesses. Additionally, ABC Seamless sets you up with your first training program when you sign up. The training is extensive, taking place both on-the-job and in the classroom.
What Might Make an ABC Seamless Franchise a Good Choice?
To be part of the ABC Seamless team, you should make sure you're financially ready for an initial investment made up of a franchise fee and other startup costs. In addition, you should prepare yourself for ongoing fees that will include advertising fees and royalty fees.
The contract with ABC Seamless is typically good for about ten years and can be renewed at the end of the term. ABC Seamless does not usually refund you the franchise fee in case of unwanted circumstances.
The company does not generally provide discounts on purchasing more than one franchise. If you are a public figure, you may not be able to purchase an ABC Seamless franchise system because it does not typically allow celebrities to promote its products and services.
How To Open an ABC Seamless Franchise
As you decide if opening an ABC Seamless franchise is the right move for you, make sure you take time to explore the opportunity. Research the brand and your local area to see if an ABC Seamless franchise would do well in your community. While competition is healthy, too much of it may not allow for the most possible growth.
Before making any financial commitment or signing an agreement, you must perform your due diligence and establish if this is the right opportunity for you. As part of your due diligence, you may want to speak to existing franchisees and ask the ABC Seamless franchising team questions.
Company Overview
About ABC Seamless
| Industry | Home Improvement |
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| Related Categories | Miscellaneous Home-Improvement Businesses, Building & Remodeling, Building Services |
| Founded | 1973 |
| Parent Company | ABC Seamless Inc. |
| Leadership | Ted Franssen, President |
| Corporate Address |
3001 Fiechtner Dr. Fargo, ND 58103 |
| Social | Facebook, Twitter, Instagram |
Business Overview
| Franchising Since | 1978 (46 years) |
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| # of employees at HQ | 42 |
| Where seeking |
This company is offering new franchises in the following US states: Alaska, Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia, Wyoming |
| # of Units | 94 (as of 2021) |
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Information for Franchisees
Here's what you need to know if you're interested in opening a ABC Seamless franchise.
Financial Requirements & Ongoing Fees
Here's what you can expect to spend to start the business and what ongoing fees the franchisor charges throughout the life of the business.
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Initial Franchise Fee
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$12,000 |
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Initial Investment
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$90,000 - $278,500 |
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Veteran Incentives
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Up to 50% off franchise fee |
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Royalty Fee
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3-5% |
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Ad Royalty Fee
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0.5% |
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Term of Agreement
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10 years |
| Is franchise term renewable? | Yes |
Financing Options
Some franchisors offer in-house financing, while others have relationships with third-party financing sources to which they refer qualified franchisees.
| In-House Financing | ABC Seamless offers in-house financing to cover the following: equipment |
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Training & Support Offered
Franchisors offer initial training programs and a variety of ongoing support options to help franchisees run their businesses.
| Classroom Training | 56-96 hours |
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| Ongoing Support |
Newsletter
Meetings & Conventions
Toll-Free Line
Grand Opening
Online Support
Security & Safety Procedures
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| Marketing Support |
Ad Templates
Social Media
SEO
Website Development
Email Marketing
Loyalty Program/App
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Operations
Additional details about running this franchise.
| Is absentee ownership allowed? | No |
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Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit?
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No |
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Can this franchise be run part time?
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No |
| # of employees required to run | 10-10 |
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Are exclusive territories available?
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Yes |
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