Archadeck is the world’s largest custom design builder of custom decks, screened porches, open porches, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces, hardscapes, and other outdoor living spaces. Archadeck has completed over $1 billion in projects for over 75,000 clients since 1980. Archadeck provides rigorous training, a proven sales methodology, in-house drafting department, in-depth franchise support and marketing systems that enable our franchisees to sell, design, and install professional outdoor living environments with unparalleled service and attention to detail.
With an average project sale of approximately $38,152 and gross profit margins of approximately 37.1%, Archadeck is a strong choice for franchise candidates seeking a home-based business with few employees, low overhead, design creativity and outstanding growth potential. No construction experience is required for this design and project management business
First Franchised: 1985
Franchised Units: 100
Franchisees: 61
Projected New Units - 2024: 13
Availability in Canada: No
Cash Investment: $50k+
Total Investment: $120,400 - $139,300
Minimum Net Worth: $200k+
Franchise Fee: $59.5k
Discounts: VetFran (15%), or $7,425 off. VetFran IFF = $42,075
Royalty: 6.5% of gross sales with a sliding scale
Ad: 1.5% national advertising royalty of gross sales
Average # of Employees: 1 to 3
Passive Ownership Allowed: No
Earnings Claims: Yes. Item 19 available in FDD
INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION
International Opportunities: We are primarily focused on North America.
Lease Negotiation Assistance: N/A (home based)
Co-operative Advertising: Yes (also have co-marketing opportunities with other Outdoor Living Brands franchise concepts)
Training:
New franchisees attend our three week classroom and field training program at our Richmond, Virginia, Training Center. Training is led by our COO, but includes participation from most of the senior leadership team. Training is provided in all aspects of the business including (1) marketing and advertising; (2) sales methodology; (3) project design; (4) technology – SoftPlan (CAD-based design software), Business Manager (proprietary pricing software), and QuickBooks; (5) business and office administration systems; (6) construction basics; and (7) production management. In addition, up to a week of field training is provided in the first year at franchisee’s location. Lastly, regular weekly call with leadership to provide franchisees with ongoing training for themselves and/or new employees.