Happy Sunday, folks.
As a franchise consultant, I hear pitches from hundreds of different franchise concepts every year.
I’m taking the most interesting ones, and telling you:
What sets them apart
One potential weakness
Who the ideal buyer is
My promise: you’ll learn something about franchising every time.
Today’s mystery franchises: Bathroom remodeling and a tech-forward wellness studio.
The business: Bathroom remodeling
Let’s face it—most home service franchises sound like a headache: expensive equipment, long project timelines, and a thousand moving parts. But this one? It’s refreshingly simple.
What they do differently
1. Remodels in 1–2 days
The typical bathroom remodel drags on for a couple of weeks. There's demo, delays, and the contractor ghosting you midway through.
These guys skip the drama. With a proprietary panel system, they knock out most jobs in under two days. That speed’s not just for show—it keeps customers happy and lets franchisees churn more jobs.
2. Start from home, grow as you go
Most franchises require you to sign a lease, buy a truck, and fill it with equipment before dollar one.
This one? You can launch from your living room. No retail space. No van. You hire a couple folks and get going. That’s rare—and it keeps the overhead low while you’re figuring things out.
3. They close more deals (thanks to visualizer tech)
Usually, remodeling sales are a bit of a guessing game. “Imagine it like this, but...nicer.”
Here, the customer gets a live visual of the remodel before they sign. It takes the pressure off and makes it a lot easier for people to say yes. More deals, less selling.
4. Higher-than-average ticket size
The average job here is over $12K. That’s definitely above average for this vertical.
You’re not chasing tiny jobs. A few solid closes each month and you’re in good shape.
5. Potential weakness: You still need to hire and manage tradespeople
This isn’t totally hands-off. You’ll need to find, train, and retain a reliable installer or two.
They do offer recruiting support and training, but let’s be real—good tradespeople aren’t just waiting around for you to call. If managing blue-collar labor stresses you out, this might not be your game.
The takeaway:
This isn’t a passion project. It’s a straightforward, operationally-light business with strong unit economics and room to grow. So, if you want something that feels more like running a team and less like running a job site, it’s worth a look.
Interested? Let’s talk bathroom remodeling.
The business: Tech-forward wellness studio
Most wellness franchises go heavy on vibes but light on operations—lots of candles, little structure. This one flips the script. It’s a slick, tech-enabled concept with a modern, medical-meets-lifestyle angle and surprisingly strong financials for something this new.
What they do differently
High-tech, low-labor. Services like cryotherapy, red light therapy, and IV drips are designed to be efficient and semi-automated. Most locations run with just one licensed nurse and a couple of front desk staff. That keeps things smooth—and margins higher.
Recurring revenue, right away. About 80% of revenue comes from memberships, not walk-ins. That predictability is a big plus in a wellness model, where usage tends to ebb and flow.
Designed for modern health shoppers. The brand is female-founded, visually sharp, and avoids the “bro-y” vibe that dominates parts of the wellness space. It’s accessible, not intimidating.
🚩Potential weakness: You’ll pay for the polish. With startup costs hovering in the mid-six figures and a real estate requirement, this isn’t a budget buy-in. You’re launching a retail studio, not a side hustle.
The takeaway:
Ideal for someone who wants to be early in a fast-moving health trend but still wants a system to follow. You don’t need a healthcare background, but you do need capital—and a willingness to market in your local community. Feels like wellness’s next wave.
Interested? Let’s talk wellness studios.
If these aren’t doing it for you, I work with hundreds of other brands. Get in touch and we can find something that scratches the itch.
Thanks for reading!
Connor
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