Growing Home Services Biz: High Margins, Big Demand
Gotcha Covered franchise for sale in Charleston County, South Carolina
List Price: $165,000 USD
Key Facts
Annual Gross Revenue
$394,758 USD
Cash Flow
$50,000 – $100,000
Seasonal Business
No
Value of Inventory
$0
Value of Assets
Less than $25,000
Year Established
2023
Business Operates From
My home
Location Is
N/A
Approx. Monthly Rent
N/A
Total Employees
Less than 10
1–3 MonthsTransition
Support
SomewhatPrice/Terms
Flexibility
SomeSeller financing Available
Full-timeOwner
Involvement
About this Business
This fast-growing home services franchise doubled sales in its second year of operation, resulting in $394K in revenue and $84K in cash flow in 2024. The upward trend continues—February 2025 was the best month yet, with $85,000 in sales!
Based in one of the Southeast’s most design-driven and affluent markets, the business serves a booming mix of new builds and historic home renovations across Charleston. With no other franchise in the area, there full metro is open for continued expansion.
Launched in 2023, the business has gained strong momentum with 60+ 5-star reviews and a clear reputation for quality.
The owner manages sales and admin full-time, while all installation work is performed by subcontractors. Accounting is outsourced. No employees are on payroll, allowing for a lean and flexible cost structure. Appointment-setting is handled by the franchisor’s call center, helping convert leads and maintain consistent sales activity.
Marketing includes realtor and builder referrals, Google Ads, and local networking. Growth opportunities include expanding the team, increasing ad spend, attending home shows, and enhancing social media presence. Includes customer base, reputation, and key systems. Seller will provide transition support; some seller financing available.
Serious buyers—reach out to inquire now! Expect NDA by email.
Growth opportunities
This franchise location is poised for growth due to Charleston’s influx of high-income homeowners and its strong renovation and design culture. Opportunities include expanding into untapped suburbs, deepening partnerships with builders and designers, and increasing Google ad spend. Additional potential lies in hiring sales reps or installers to boost capacity and margins—offering a clear path to higher revenue and a broader market footprint.
Owner's Day-to-Day Involvement
30-40 hours a week: Sales, orders, and coordination. Outsource accounting and installing.
Asset Description
The sale price includes all of the assets required for running the business, which includes about $5,000 of product samples and fabric swatch books. No inventory is maintained.
Why I Love My Franchise
Flexibility and stress. It's much easier to create a happy customer experience in this industry than most.
About Gotcha Covered
Gotcha Covered is a national franchise that specializes in custom window treatments, offering a wide range of high-demand products for both residential and commercial markets. With partnerships with top national brands like Hunter Douglas and Graber, and the flexibility to work with local vendors and workrooms, Gotcha Covered provides customers with tailored solutions for their window treatment needs. The franchise model offers ultimate flexibility, allowing owners to work from home, operate as a one-person show, or adopt an executive model with sales associates or a retail showroom. This low-risk, high-reward business model requires minimal overhead, no inventory, and no accounts receivable, making it an attractive opportunity for entrepreneurs seeking significant income potential.
Franchisee Support
Gotcha Covered offers extensive support to its franchisees, ensuring success even without prior industry experience. Franchisees benefit from stellar training, proven marketing strategies, and unparalleled technology that streamlines administrative tasks. The franchise provides services like answering and scheduling, client financing, and continuous business development support. With Gotcha Covered, franchisees are in business for themselves but not by themselves, enjoying robust ongoing assistance.
Brand Accolades & Awards
Gotcha Covered has garnered significant recognition for its excellence in the custom window treatment industry. The franchise has been named a Top 100 Franchise for Women by Franchise Business Review, underscoring its commitment to supporting female franchise owners. Additionally, Gotcha Covered has been ranked as a Top Franchise by Franchise Business Review for three consecutive years, reflecting its strong performance and high franchisee satisfaction.
Industry / Market
Gotcha Covered serves the custom window treatment market, which is part of a booming home decor industry valued at over $20 billion annually. The growing demand for personalized home improvement solutions positions Gotcha Covered to capture a significant share of this expanding market, offering substantial revenue opportunities.
Ideal Owner
The ideal Gotcha Covered franchisee is a design-oriented entrepreneur with a passion for window coverings and home decor. They should be customer-focused, detail-oriented, and capable of providing personalized design solutions. A background in interior design, retail, or home improvement is beneficial, along with strong communication skills to build relationships with clients and ensure customer satisfaction.