Hickory Dickory Decks Franchise Frequently Asked Questions

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Hickory Dickory Decks Franchise Frequently Asked
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q What skills are needed to be successful? A
Hard working, willingness to learn, team player,
management skills Q Are the territories
exclusive? A Yes, you have exclusive rights to
the territory of your choice
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Q Do I need to be a carpenter? A No, if you
hire the right people and can manage effectively
it is not required to be a carpenter. It is
recommended you learn about carpentry to manage
your franchise efficiently.
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Q What are the major lead generators? A The
website, home shows, yellow pages, trailer, job
sites, yard signs, truck, customer referrals,
trade referrals (landscape, spas), brochures,
post cards, door knocking
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Q Is the business seasonal? A Yes the
business does fluctuate according to the season
but you are capable of working all year round by
performing activities such as networking or
creating trade brochures to ramp up for the
following season.
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Q How much low maintenance decking will I be
selling/installing? A Our head office and
franchise locations typically combine between
85-90 maintenance free decking.
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Q What investment is required? A 25,000
franchise investment, 5,000 Training segment,
8,500 Trailer, 7,500 Tool Allowance, 4,000
Marketing Materials.
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Q What is the long-term investment strategy of
a franchise? A With our growing network of
franchises, our franchises are appreciating in
value making your franchise easier to sell in the
future or for retirement.
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Q What profit level can you expect in the deck
business? A The deck business is very
profitable, especially with the systems in place
to help you succeed. With hard work and
dedication to your business you can generate an
incredible amount of revenues.
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Q What training is included in the initial
franchise offering? A There is an extensive
three week program that has been improved year
upon year geared towards complimenting your
expertise in the areas of sales, building, and
operations.
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Q If you have your own tools, am I still
required to invest in the tool allowance? A No,
if you have your own tools required to build the
highest quality custom decks it is not required
for you to purchase additional tools.
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Q Is a brick and mortar store front
required? A No, we have created a virtual store
front online via our website to keep your
overhead costs low as a franchise. Many of our
franchises operate directly from their home.
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Q Is material supplied? A Yes, we do supply
materials and you must purchase them from Hickory
Dickory Decks unless you are outside 250 km
beyond delivery range. We can still deliver
exclusive products but if they can be purchased
cheaper you are allowed to do so.
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Q Do you have exclusive products? A Yes,
there are several products that are exclusive to
our company within Ontario and Canada.
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Q Can I operate multiple territories? A Yes
you can operate multiple territories but it is
recommended you start and develop one first
before you invest
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Q Is there a work/life balance in owning a
franchise?
A Like any business, time is required to build
up equity in your franchise. The typical
franchise works 60 hours per week in the spring,
50 in the summer, 40-50 hours in the fall, and
semi-retired in the winter.
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