Since when has Samco, LLC (SCM) been franchising, as an affiliated program of Amerispec Inspection Services?

According to the 2025 Amerispec Inspection Services FDD, Samco, LLC ("SCM"), which franchises businesses providing concrete repairs and improvements under the Sam The Concrete Man® trademark, started offering franchises in September 2013. As of December 31, 2024, SCM has 88 franchises in the United States. SCM is listed as an affiliated program of Amerispec Inspection Services, but it does not operate a franchised business itself. SCM's principal business address is 6912 South Quentin Street, Suite 10, Centennial, Colorado 80112.

This information is relevant for prospective Amerispec Inspection Services franchisees because it provides insight into the broader network of affiliated franchise programs under the same parent company. While these affiliated programs do not directly use the AmeriSpec Inspection Services, Furniture Medic, or Renew Medic trademarks, they are part of the same larger business ecosystem. This could potentially offer opportunities for cross-promotion, shared resources, or other synergies, although the FDD does not explicitly detail such benefits.

It's important to note that the FDD states that none of the affiliated franchisors, including SCM, are obligated to provide products or services to Amerispec Inspection Services franchisees. However, franchisees may choose to purchase products or services from these affiliated franchisors if they wish. This highlights that while there is an affiliation, each franchise operates independently.

For a prospective franchisee, understanding these relationships is crucial for assessing the overall stability and potential opportunities within the franchise system. It would be prudent to inquire with Amerispec Inspection Services about any existing or planned collaborations between the different affiliated programs and how these might benefit franchisees.