What must a Clear Pest Pros franchisee do with their existing business websites during the conversion process?
Clear_Pest_Pros Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| paragraph of Section 2.B of the Franchise Agreement(s): |
|---|
| The Initial Package Fee is |
| 3. |
| Conversion Requirements. |
| With three (3) months from the date of execution of the Franchise Agreement(s) or |
| Franchisee's completion of the Initial Training Program, whichever occurs first, Franchisee agrees |
| to complete the following conversion requirements: |
| Business Vehicles. You agree to re-brand all business vehicles utilizing our approved |
| vendors to conform to the Clear Pest Pros model appearance standards. |
| Global Positioning System. We may require that |
| you |
| purchase and install a global |
| positioning system ("GPS") device in all service vehicles as required pursuant to Section 7.A.20 |
| of the Franchise Agreement(s). |
| Websites. You agree to transfer all Converting Company websites (the "Websites") to the |
| Clear Pest Pros website or another website we designate. The Websites include but are not limited |
| to the following: |
| Telephone Numbers. The telephone number(s) listed below are to be forwarded to the |
| Clear Pest Pros call center or a local number that we designate. |
Source: Item 21 — FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (FDD page 67)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 FDD, a Clear Pest Pros franchisee converting an existing business must transfer all existing business websites to either the Clear Pest Pros website or another website designated by Clear Pest Pros. This is a mandatory step in the conversion process.
This requirement ensures that all online presence and branding align with the Clear Pest Pros standards. By transferring the websites, Clear Pest Pros maintains control over the brand's online image and messaging. This also allows Clear Pest Pros to integrate the franchisee's existing customer base into the Clear Pest Pros network.
For a prospective franchisee, this means relinquishing control over their existing website and ensuring a smooth transition of online assets to Clear Pest Pros. It is important to understand the technical aspects of this transfer and any potential costs associated with it. Franchisees should also inquire about the process for updating and maintaining the website content after the transfer.
Additionally, Clear Pest Pros requires that all telephone numbers be forwarded to the Clear Pest Pros call center or a local number designated by them. All advertising for the business will consist only of the Clear Pest Pros number or the local number designated by them. The franchisee must also transfer all social media accounts utilized by the converting company to Clear Pest Pros.