Through both the 2008 financial crisis and the 2020 global pandemic, the home improvement industry has proven to be very resilient. That trend is expected to continue due to higher interest rates, lower levels of available land and new home builds. By Shelby Green
Through both the 2008 financial crisis and the 2020 global pandemic, the home improvement industry has proven to be very resilient. That trend is expected to continue due to higher interest rates, lower levels of available land and new home builds. Since 2010, Refresh Renovations has been helping entrepreneurs break into the rapidly growing home improvement industry through a business model that offers all the systems, processes, training and support that an aspiring business owner could need to be successful.
With 90 operating businesses across the U.S., the U.K., Australia and New Zealand, Refresh Renovations stands out among its competition as the company helps address several key problems within the home improvement industry. These problems include a high percentage of projects running over budget, a project taking longer than planned and poor customer satisfaction.
Through locally owned and operated locations, Refresh Renovations delivers comprehensive bespoke home renovation services which include design, costings, permitting, scheduling and construction.
A franchisee for Refresh Renovations has the opportunity to manage a wide range of renovation projects with no restriction to a specific room, size or type. Additionally, they benefit from a collaborative global network of franchisees and corporate team members who are eager to help the owner thrive.
“We recognize the importance of a hands-on approach to onboarding and ramping up new franchisees,” said Paul English, franchisor of Refresh Renovations. “Right from the beginning, we work side-by-side with them to take the project through each of our process steps to ensure they’re able to be successful.”
No home improvement industry experience is needed to successfully own and operate a Refresh Renovations location. However, it’s imperative that franchisees have excellent people skills, an entrepreneurial spirit, confidence in their abilities and a willingness to get out into the community.
When someone buys a Refresh Renovations location, they take part in an initial three-day training followed by an onboarding process to help them learn how to work their first leads. The team walks franchisees through best practices and helps them understand how to efficiently use the company’s processes and systems. Additionally, the company advises franchisees on how to develop a capable and talented construction team by teaching them how to vet potential team members.
“Those initial successful experiences and learning by doing with our help creates the flywheel that allows them to build scale quickly,” said English. “Contractors like our operating model because it allows them to stay focused on projects. We handle finding the customers, sales, project management and coordination. It’s a win for the contractor.”
Given that the U.S. home improvement market is expected to be $450 billion by 2027, the global Refresh Team has made it a priority to expand their U.S. presence. Refresh Renovations currently has many available territories across 36 states including Colorado, Florida, Texas and Oregon.
“If you have an interest in real estate, design, architecture or renovations, this is your opportunity to combine your business skills with an end-to-end business model,” stated English. “We’re here to help you create your own successful renovation company.”
Shelby Green