2009
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$62,600
$25,000
$163,000
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Revolutionize Your Future: Own a Recession-Resistant Mobile Dental Equipment Repair Franchise with Dental Fix Rx
Are you an ambitious entrepreneur seeking a high-demand, low-overhead business model within a thriving industry? Look no further than Dental Fix Rx, the undisputed leader in on-site mobile dental equipment service and repair. We are revolutionizing the dental service industry across the USA and Canada by providing dentists with a crucial, immediate, and on-demand solution that eliminates costly office downtime.
Dental practices depend entirely on their equipment—from high-speed handpieces and sterilizers to chairs and X-ray systems. When equipment fails, a dentist loses revenue every minute until the repair is complete. Dental Fix Rx franchisees are the Speedy Saviours, arriving on-site with a fully stocked mobile service center to perform expert repairs immediately. This unique, concierge-level service delivery model distinguishes us from traditional repair options that require shipping equipment off-site, leading to long delays and practice disruption.
Our value proposition to the dentist is zero downtime, 24/7 support, and transparent, high-quality service. Our value proposition to you, the franchisee, is a powerful business system with no ongoing royalty fees, protected territories, and a corporate team dedicated to your success. By tapping into the massive, stable demand for dental services—a multi-billion dollar industry—a Dental Fix Rx franchise offers a compelling path to financial independence with a 9-to-5, no-nights, no-weekends, no-holidays work week.
Investing in a Dental Fix Rx franchise places you at the forefront of a stable, necessity-driven service industry. Here are the key reasons why this opportunity is unparalleled in the franchise landscape:
No Ongoing Royalty Fees: This is one of the most attractive features. Unlike most franchises that charge 5% to 8% of your gross sales in perpetuity, Dental Fix Rx allows you to retain significantly more of your earnings, dramatically increasing your long-term profitability and expected ROI.
Recession-Resistant Industry: Dental care is an essential service. Even during economic slowdowns, equipment repair is non-negotiable for dental practices to stay operational, ensuring consistent demand for your services.
Protected, Exclusive Territories: Every franchisee is granted an exclusive territory, ensuring you have a robust customer base without internal competition from other Dental Fix Rx owners. This minimizes brand cannibalization and allows you to build strong, localized relationships.
Mobile Business Model - Low Overhead: The core of the business operates from a state-of-the-art mobile service van, eliminating the high costs and logistical headaches associated with a traditional brick-and-mortar retail or office space. This results in significantly lower operational costs and a streamlined business.
Proven Customer Guarantee: The franchisor backs its system with a powerful guarantee: if you, as a franchisee, follow the system and do not service at least 40 practitioners as customers in your first 12 months, you receive a full refund of your initial Franchise Fee (as outlined in the FDD). This demonstrates the franchisor's confidence in its operational model.
Centralized Support System: The corporate office provides an extensive, in-house support system, including a centralized call center that handles customer calls, schedules daily appointments, manages marketing, and even handles collections. This allows you to focus solely on the technical work and customer relationship building.
Multiple Revenue Streams: Your business is not limited to just repair. Franchisees generate revenue through:
On-site repair and maintenance of dental equipment (handpieces, compressors, sterilizers, chairs, etc.).
Sales of new and refurbished equipment.
Sales of cost-effective consumable products and supplies.
Dental Fix Rx provides a comprehensive and extensive support structure designed to train individuals from non-technical backgrounds and ensure their successful market entry and ongoing operation.
The initial training program is designed to arm the new franchisee with both the technical skills and business acumen needed to succeed.
Duration: The program is extensive, ranging from 28 to 42 days (6 weeks) depending on the source, followed by on-site support.
Academic/Classroom Training: New owners attend training at the corporate headquarters and training facility. The facility includes a fully recreated, state-of-the-art dental office, allowing for hands-on, real-world scenario training on all major pieces of dental equipment.
On-the-Job Training: Franchisees work directly with existing successful operators to gain practical, real-world experience, ensuring they have the confidence and skill set for technical work, including repairing handpieces, sharpening tools, and rebuilding equipment.
Technical Certification: Dental Fix Rx, through its parent company UptimeServices, is proud to offer access to the industry's first dental technician certification program, in partnership with the College of Biomedical Equipment Technology, ensuring franchisees are highly skilled professionals.
Once launched, the support continues to be robust, centralized, and highly automated to allow the franchisee to focus on service delivery.
Dedicated Account Manager: Each franchisee is assigned a personal account manager at the home office who acts as a crucial operational backbone.
Centralized Call Center: A 24/7 live answering service and call center handles all customer inquiries, routes calls to your mobile service center, and efficiently schedules daily appointments directly into your calendar.
Marketing & Appointment Setting: The account manager and corporate team handle grand opening marketing support and proactive sales efforts, contacting local dentists monthly to offer services and supplies. This system guarantees leads and appointments for the franchisee.
Financial & Administrative Support: The corporate office manages the critical and time-consuming task of collections, routing and collecting on invoices from services and repairs, simplifying your cash flow management.
On-Site Opening Assistance: The franchisor provides five days of dedicated on-site support in your market during the opening phase to ensure a smooth and successful launch.
No Inventory Headaches: Franchisees operate without the cost and risk of carrying large inventory. All parts are ordered on an as-needed basis, streamlining the supply chain and reducing working capital requirements.
The ideal candidate for a Dental Fix Rx franchise is a driven, service-oriented individual who is ready to embrace a mobile, technical business model.
Entrepreneurial Spirit: Must possess the desire to be their own boss, manage their own schedule (enjoying the 9-to-5, M-F lifestyle), and take ownership of a protected territory.
Technical Aptitude/Willingness to Learn: While a technical background is not required, the franchisee must be willing and eager to learn intricate equipment repairs. This role is a perfect fit for a "tinkerer" who enjoys working with their hands.
Strong People & Service Skills: A commitment to providing exceptional, personalized customer service to dental offices is paramount. The business is built on building strong relationships with dentists.
Business Management Skills: An ability to manage a territory, follow a proven system, and work within the established franchise framework is essential. This franchise is an excellent transition for former corporate managers, executives, or military veterans (who constitute a significant portion of the network).
Financial Capability: Must meet the minimum liquid capital and net worth requirements as detailed in the financial section below.
Location Preference: Ideal for individuals who enjoy being on the road and interacting with customers throughout a local, protected territory, operating from a state-of-the-art mobile service van rather than a fixed office.
The Dental Fix Rx franchise presents a comparatively accessible entry point into the lucrative medical and technical service industries, bolstered by the significant advantage of having no ongoing royalty fees.
