Detail Garage
Retail store selling automobile detailing supplies, products, and equipment, primarily under the CHEMICAL GUYS and SMART WAX brands, and offering car care classes and workshops.
Your franchise match score
Education
Brand highlights
- CEODavid Knotek
- Headquarters14108 S. Western Ave., Gardena, CA, 90249
- Year founded2015
- Year started franchising2016
- IndustryEducation
- Locations open63 (+49 last three years)
Statistics & metrics
- Investment range$150,975 - $260,450
- Franchise fee$30,000
- Royalty4% of Gross Sales
- Brand fundCurrently, 3% of Gross Sales
- Required Liquid CapitalN/A
- Required Net WorthN/A
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Education franchises focus on supplemental learning, tutoring, and test preparation. This sector is rewarding for those who want to make a positive impact on students’ lives while running a profitable business.
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FDD Version Referenced - Issuance Date: 2021-04-12
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| Litigation | Understand any past or pending legal actions involving Detail Garage, its affiliates, or key personnel that may be relevant to prospective franchisees. | |
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Location data
| Total locations | 63 |
| Franchise locations | 49 |
| Corporate locations | 14 |
System growth over time
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