Why Join? What Do I Get When I Become Part Of Grassroots®?

Here's an overview of just some of the benefits of becoming part of the Grassroots® Franchise network of inspection offices:

Name Recognition

Grassroots® has a long, and established, record in the Inspection industry of offering a wide range of services in a professional manner. Over a Decade of Discoveries!

Growth

Grassroots® has a network of offices throughout Ontario and now Alberta. Expansion plans for offices across Canada and the US are underway.

Business Valuation

Many times a franchised business has a higher value than an independent business with the same gross sales. This alone should be reason enough to open a Grassroots® franchise! Check with any reputable business broker and ask how your Grassroots® business would be valued.

On-Going Support

Grassroots® offers you dedicated support with (800) numbers and email for ease of contact. You will receive continuous support and literature in advertising, marketing, sales, technical updates, operations, and motivation.

Discounts

Due to strong vendor relationships and the buying power of a multi-office franchise, the discounts that Grassroots® has negotiated for the Grassroots® franchisees are impressive. Grassroots® franchisees enjoy the savings on various services, materials and supplies from numerous approved vendors.

Franchisee Advisory Board (FAB)

Grassroots® believes that sharing knowledge between its franchisees is paramount to the networks' success. As a result, we want franchisees to take part in this opportunity to discuss goals and successes. Your discussions can be about almost anything but will centre on issues that encourage the success of the Grassroots® franchise system…such as advertising, promotion, marketing materials, training, reporting system, service and operations.

The Franchisee Advisory Board (FAB), along with corporate representatives, develops Grassroots® annual marketing plan that outlines various programs and marketing available to the franchisees. These programs provide Grassroots® franchisees with the kind of marketing power not readily obtainable by independent inspectors. Franchisee input and feedback is an important part of this. The marketplace is always changing, including customer needs and expectations. Grassroots® understands that its success is dependent upon its ability to understand and service customer needs. The FAB provides an effective means for Grassroots® to keep in touch with its customers…because our franchisees listen to their customers.

Grassroots® is built on relationships. Our emphasis focuses on helping each other develop...a team approach. This is one reason that corporate representation on the FAB is so important as it demonstrates our commitment to improving our systems and supporting Grassroots® franchise owners in the growth of their businesses. And just because you own a franchise, doesn't mean that the franchisor makes every decision for you! Grassroots® encourages your participation and input in a number of different ways. To this end, we want you to have as many opportunities as possible to interact with other Grassroots® offices and our management too…so you can offer your input.

Marketing, Advertising & Promotion

Grassroots® powerful marketing programs are designed to get you business quickly and effectively. It's based on feedback from your Franchise Advisory Board (FAB) too. Grassroots® franchisees contribute 3% of their monthly sales revenue to a network / national advertising fund.

Co-op Advertising Rebate Program

Make your advertising dollars go further! We recognize that marketing and promotion in your local or regional area can be tough. So, we've designed a program that rebates you up to 50% of the advertising you spend in your exclusive territory. Yes, there are restrictions…but it's a whole lot better than getting no rebate at all!

Yellow Page and Local Advertising

You will have the opportunity to combine your local and regional advertising with other Grassroots® franchisees for the best coverage and return on your advertising dollars. Grassroots® has established a national account with Yellow Pages so that you will receive the best pricing available, ad placement and design at no additional charge. Where possible, you'll be linked from their Yellow Page Web Directory to our web site and email too.

Networking

As a Grassroots® franchisee, you will be able to call or meet with us and other Grassroots® offices for help & ideas. Unlike business owners who are not part of a franchise, you'll be able to freely discuss marketing programs, technical issues, inspection techniques and ideas that you have…that's something which is very difficult to do with your competitors at a local inspection association meeting.

One Call Does It All!

Out on an inspection? Visiting with realtors? Picking up supplies? One Call Does It All is available to all Grassroots® franchisees. This means any clients outside your local calling area can call a 1-800 number, get information about a home inspection, receive a quote on an inspection or simply book an inspection with you. We'll then get all the details to you so you can proceed with the job…AND, when you're not readily available, we'll take your local calls too and book inspections for you based on your current inspection schedule. We can talk knowledgably about inspection services, quote fees and book jobs for you. You won't have to miss important calls while you're away from the office. You can miss business because of answering machines. Other methods can be expensive and disruptive too. Grassroots® has developed a method of improving service to your clients.

Ongoing Training, Testing & Reviews

Ongoing training, testing, and, reviews is available for all Grassroots® franchisees and their employees.

Financial Assistance

Grassroots® makes available to its new franchisees a financial assistance program designed to reduce your initial cash outlays by offering an interest bearing payment plan on a portion of the total monies due.

Group Insurance Program

Grassroots® has established a relationship with a major insurance company who offers a group-discounted life, disability, medical and dental insurance program for you and your employees.

Reporting System

The Grassroots® Inspect 2000^TM report generation program is a word processing / database management reporting system. It's tied to our on-site field checklist that identifies over 2000 items. Inspect 2000^TM flexibility allows you to edit all entries, insert digital images you may have taken on-site, develop your own standard phrases / statements and much much more! Without a doubt…the Grassroots® Inspect 2000^TM system is second to none…in our humble opinion!

Grassroots® Web Site

As a Grassroots® Franchisee you will have your own Home Page on the Grassroots® Web Site. Your customers will be able to communicate with you and order services over the Internet. You'll be able to use our domain name in your email address.

We could go on and on…

…but it's common knowledge that in today's economy, things are very difficult…that's why you'll need a friend, if not, lots of friends to make your business successful. That's why you need to be part of an organization that has your best interests at heart. Grassroots® is that organization.

By becoming a Grassroots® franchisee you are in business for yourself…but not by yourself. You have the help and strength of a successful organization behind you, helping your business grow.

If you would like additional information you can call us toll free at 1 (800) 774-2538, e-mail us with your snail mail address, or simply request franchise information.