As sporting events, concerts, and other large gatherings pick up steam, sanitation franchises will be in high demand to meet strict restroom cleaning requirements, making them a strong investment for the second half of 2022 and beyond.
According to PR News Wire, the U.S. professional cleaning services market by revenue is expected to grow at a greater than six percent CAGR between 2021-2026. Key market drivers include a growing demand for green or environmentally friendly solutions, along with the pressure of COVID-19 safety protocols to continue business operations.
Another growth indicator for the sanitation industry is spending on toilet care products, which Technavio expects to grow by US$1.89 billion, at a CAGR of over 5 percent, through 2025. A study by the Manomet Current projects that the commercial bathroom accessories market will grow at a 5 percent CAGR through 2027, due largely to the increasing interest in real estate and commercial construction.
An emerging sub-market that’s also seeing growth is the global smart bathroom market as businesses try and automate faucets, soap dispensers, toilets and hand dryers. According to Grand View Research, the global smart bathroom market size was valued at $3.0 billion in 2019 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.5 percent through 2027. Consumer demand for this technology will continue to rise as smart home penetration increases.
Check out these five sanitation franchises ready for the long lines:
Aire-Master of America, Inc.
Founded in 1958 and franchising since 1976, Aire-Master of America, Inc. has grown to 118 locations across the US. The franchise offers cleaning and disinfecting of bathrooms along with hand sanitizer stations. Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500 ranked Aire-Master at #425 in 2020. Startup costs to open an Aire-Master of America, Inc. begin at $34,000. To learn more about a franchise opportunity with Aire-Master of America, Inc., click here.
EnviroLogik
Opening their first franchise location in 1993, EnviroLogik has grown to three locations. EnviroLogik offers eco-friendly cleaning services and bathroom products in order to differentiate. The Tampa Bay Business Journal recognized EnviroLogik as a Top 25 Environmental Consulting Firm, as well as one of the 500 Largest Companies on the Gulf Coast. Startup costs to open an EnviroLogik begin at $21,000. To learn more about a franchise opportunity with EnviroLogik, click here.
Image One Facility Solutions
Established in 1985, Image One Facility Solutions has grown to 84 locations. The franchise offers commercial cleaning and disinfecting services for high–traffic facilities such as churches, stadiums, theaters, and more. Image One has been recognized for its success with a spot on Franchise Business Review’s Top 200. Startup costs to open an Image One Facility Solutions franchise begin at $30,000.
To learn more about a franchise opportunity with Image One Facility Solutions , click here.
Royal Restrooms
Franchising since 2016, Royal Restrooms has grown to 37 locations across 13 states. Royal Restrooms specializes in providing and servicing portable restrooms and portable shower trailer rentals for indoor or outdoor events, including ADA handicap accessible restrooms and showers. Startup costs to open a Royal Restrooms begin at $107,000. To learn more about a franchise opportunity with Royal Restrooms, click here.
West Industries
Founded in 1883, West Industries beg franchising 101 years later and has grown to 40 locations in the US. West Industries offers bathroom cleaning products for any commercial or residential facility, including airports, malls, stadiums, hotels, concerts, and more. Startup costs to open a West Industries franchise begin at $9,000. To learn more about a franchise opportunity with West Industries, click here.
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