Start a Lice Clinics of America Franchise in 2024

Franchise 500 Rank: N/R Not ranked last year

Initial investment: $68K - $105K

Units as of 2020: 205 9.0% over 3 years

Lice Clinics of America was founded in 2006 and started franchising in 2013 after making an innovative technological breakthrough proven to kill 99.2 percent of head-lice and their eggs in just one treatment.

The medical device used during treatment has been cleared and patented by the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA). Besides offering Lice Clinics of America consumers a dependable option to topical shampoos and pesticides, Lice Clinics of America sets itself apart from other companies by providing effective, safe, and fast lice treatment options.

Why You May Want to Start a Lice Clinics of America Franchise

If you are a franchisee with a combination of business operational knowledge and a passion for proven franchise models, then opening a Lice Clinics of America franchise may be the right decision for you. The Lice Clinics of America business model is fully scalable, with each Lice Clinics of America expanding as clients and the market share increase. Franchisees can also open Lice Clinics of America franchises in multiple locations.

Lice Clinics of America will train you on operating your business and help you eliminate the risk of failure that comes with new and unfamiliar setups. You will also have access to their newly established Lice Clinics of America franchise marketing plans. All these are steps taken to ensure that your Lice Clinics of America franchise is up and running in no time.

The Lice Clinics of America pricing policy is set at a premium level, based on the customers' needs, the urgency of services, and the required solution. After establishing your Lice Clinics of America franchise, you can provide full-range treatment options, including both professional and do-it-yourself treatments, to help you create multiple avenues for your business.

What Might Make a Lice Clinics of America a Good Choice?

To be part of the Lice Clinics of America team, you should make sure you're financially ready for an initial investment made up of a franchise fee and other startup costs. It is also important to prepare yourself for ongoing fees, including royalty and renewal fees.

Lice Clinics of America also may offer premium pricing services, low overhead costs, and easily manageable operations, which could allow you to grow as a franchisee. After opening your Lice Clinics of America franchise, you will be joining a network of over 190 operational Lice Clinics of America locations in the United States, with many Lice Clinics of America franchisees owning multiple units.

How Do You Open a Lice Clinics of America Franchise?

To begin the process of opening a Lice Clinics of America franchise, you should submit a franchise request form. If you are a good fit, a brand representative may contact you to continue the process.

Lice Clinics of America may require additional information on your skills and entrepreneurial experience in managing and running a franchise, as well as more about yourself. This information will help the brand understand you better and decide whether you are the right match for them.

As you debate if opening a Lice Clinics of America franchise is for you, it may be a good idea to speak to a financial planner and a franchise attorney. You should also complete your due diligence process of exploring the brand and your local market.

Company Overview

About Lice Clinics of America

Industry	Health & Wellness
Related Categories	Miscellaneous Health Services, Miscellaneous Children's Businesses, Miscellaneous Personal-Care Businesses, Miscellaneous Services
Founded	2006
Leadership	Claire Roberts, CEO
Corporate Address	154 E. Myrtle Ave., #304 Murray, UT 84107
Social	Facebook, Twitter, Instagram

Business Overview

Franchising Since	2013 (11 years)
# of employees at HQ	32
Where seeking	This company is offering new franchises in the following US states:
# of Units	205 (as of 2020)

Information for Franchisees

Here's what you need to know if you're interested in opening a Lice Clinics of America 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.

Initial Franchise Fee Definition: The initial fee paid to a franchisor to join their system What you need to know: Found in Item 5 of the FDD, this may be a flat fee, or may vary based on territory size, experience, or other factors.The franchise fee is an up-front (one-time) cost that a new franchisee pays to the franchisor. This fee is usually due at the signing of the franchise agreement and covers the right to use the franchisor's trademarks, name, and related business systems.	$42,000
Initial Investment Definition: The total amount necessary to begin operation of the franchise What you need to know: The initial investment includes the franchise fee, along with other startup expenses such as real estate, equipment, supplies, business licenses, and working capital. This is outlined in a chart in Item 7 of the FDD, showing a range of possible costs from low to high.	$68,000 - $104,500
Veteran Incentives Definition: A discount or other incentive offered to military veterans who buy a franchise with this company.	10% off franchise fee
Royalty Fee Definition: A ongoing fee paid to the franchisor on a regular basis. What you need to know: Most franchisors require franchisees to pay an ongoing royalty fee, which is detailed in Item 6 of the FDD. This fee is typically a percentage of weekly or monthly gross sales, but may also be a flat weekly, monthly, or annual fee.	$35/treatment
Term of Agreement Definition: The length of time your franchise agreement will last. What you need to know: Franchise terms are typically anywhere from 5 to 20 years in length, but are sometimes instead dependent on factors such as the term of your lease. Once your term is up, you may have the option to renew your agreement, typically for a smaller fee than the original franchise fee.	5 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.

Third Party Financing	Lice Clinics of America has relationships with third-party sources which offer financing to cover the following: franchise fee, startup costs, equipment, inventory, accounts receivable, payroll

Training & Support Offered

Franchisors offer initial training programs and a variety of ongoing support options to help franchisees run their businesses.

On-The-Job Training	3 hours
Classroom Training	13 hours
Ongoing Support	Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings & Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security & Safety Procedures Lease Negotiation Field Operations Site Selection Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing Support	Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social Media SEO Website Development Email Marketing Loyalty Program/App

Operations

Additional details about running this franchise.

Is absentee ownership allowed?	No
Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit? Definition: The business can be run from your home and/or a vehicle, and it is not necessary to have a retail facility, office space, or warehouse.	Yes
Can this franchise be run part time? Definition: This business can be run by the owner on a part-time basis (less than 40 hours per week) and/or as a side business; it is not necessary for the business to be open/run full-time.	No
# of employees required to run	2-5
Are exclusive territories available? Definition: An exclusive territory is a fixed area in which you are given the right to operate and in which no other units of the same franchise may be opened. What you need to know: Territory size may be based on factors such as radius, population size, zip codes, and more. Details can be found in Item 12 of the FDD.	Yes