FAQ
What do I get when I buy a Duco Scratch
Franchise?
Duco Scratch create and
retail a broad range of paint protection kits for cars
and motorbikes, custom protection kits for cars, trucks,
bikes and RVs, Paint Protection for new and used cars,
Interior Protection, Electronic rust proofing, Window
Tinting and some sign-writing and pin-striping kits. The
Master Franchisee or Franchisor will provide you with
most of the equipment and tools you need to start your
business.
Do I need to know how to apply paint
protection or any special skill?
Experience in any above
product is not necessary as initial training and
documented procedures are provided. However, a passion
in cars or motorbikes may help you succeed.
Where do I buy my products or raw material?
Approved raw material such
as PPF (paint protection film), any products used for
paint protection or interior protection, electronic rust
protection may be purchased from Duco Scratch head
office or from selected alternative suppliers.
Can I buy a store and employ a manager to
run it?
A Duco Scratch store
operates best under the direction of a hands-on owner
operator who takes an active role in the business.
How much does a store cost?
The price of a brand new
store differs depending on the options chosen for the
store and the location. You can choose to be a Master
Franchisee or a Franchisee.
What about ongoing costs?
On a monthly basis, the
Master Franchisee charges a royalty and an advertising
levy for local and national advertising which is direct
debited from your business bank account.
What is the term of a Franchise Agreement?
A new store’s Franchise
Agreement is for an initial term of 5 years plus a
renewal term of 5 years. On existing stores, the term of
the Franchise Agreement depends on the time left on that
store’s issued Agreement.
Do I own the premises or is it leased?
Generally, the Master
Franchisee will help you choose or recommend the site on
the basis of location and size of the property. You will
need to sign up the lease agreement with the landlord of
the property.
I’m interested in a Duco Scratch franchise.
What do I do now?
Contact the Franchisor and
they will guide you through the process and provide you
with all the relevant application forms, information
pack and all other information and documents that will
help you to make a decision. To start with the
application process, you can download the
Expression of Interest form,
Non-Disclosure Agreement form and
Duco Scratch Franchise brochure. Fax
the
Expression of Interest form and
Non-Disclosure form to 07 5549 1437.
How long does it take?
You could operate your own
store in a month after you complete the initial
training. You must complete three weeks training with
your relevant Master Franchisee or Franchisor, pay all
fees, find a suitable shop and then it is really up to
you. We want Franchisees who want to be successful. So
if you make an enquiry, we’ll provide you with all the
help you need. But, if you decide to withdraw, we won’t
pursue you. We believe that the franchise is strong
enough to be successful and we will not pressure an
applicant into a decision. So, if you think you have
what it takes, it’s up to you to get started.
For more information please call 07 55491477
during business hours.