How many Sherwin Williams Start-Up Packages must I purchase for my Deck Medic franchise?
Deck_Medic Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
of your inventory and equipment.
Note 3: Sherwin Williams Start-Up Package – You will be required to purchase certain types of equipment subject to our specifications. The Sherwin Williams Start-Up Package includes the equipment that you are required to purchase, including a power washer, sprayers, and ladders. You must purchase one Sherwin Williams Start-Up Package per service vehicle. These figures represent the purchase of the necessary equipment from suppliers to provide the services of your Deck Medic Business. The costs listed here do not include any transportation or set up costs.
Note 4: Equipment – You will be required to purchase certain types of equipment, including tools (such as hammers, screw drivers, sanders, buffers, etc.), power washing ramps, and extension cords, from us or our approved manufacturers, suppliers and/or subject to our specifications.
Source: Item 7 — ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT (FDD pages 15–19)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Deck Medic's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the number of Sherwin Williams Start-Up Packages you must purchase is directly tied to the number of service vehicles you operate. Specifically, you are required to purchase one Sherwin Williams Start-Up Package for each service vehicle used in your Deck Medic business.
The Sherwin Williams Start-Up Package includes essential equipment such as a power washer, sprayers, and ladders, which are necessary for providing Deck Medic's services. The FDD indicates that the cost for the Sherwin Williams Start-Up Package ranges from $3,000 to $5,000. This cost is part of the estimated initial investment and is paid to Sherwin Williams as incurred.
This requirement ensures that each of your service vehicles is properly equipped to meet Deck Medic's standards and deliver consistent service quality. If you plan to operate multiple service vehicles, you should factor in the cost of additional Sherwin Williams Start-Up Packages into your initial investment and ongoing operational expenses.