Mosquito Shield
Mosquito Shield franchise for sale in Duval County, Florida
List Price: $49,000 USD
Key Facts
Annual Gross Revenue
$25,000 USD
Cash Flow
Less than $25,000
Business Operates From
My home
About this Business
Pricing depends on number of territories purchased – price indicated is for one territory. We have 6 territories that encompass most of St. Johns, Duval, and Clay counties Florida. Within the 6 territories are 320,000 Single family homes; 1.3 million population; average HH income $88K.
Owners won a competitive process to secure these territories, then were immediately faced with life changes that impeded their ability to run the business. This is a startup business that is already primed for massive growth.
About Mosquito Shield
Mosquito Shield, a pioneer in residential pest control since 2001, is revolutionizing how homeowners enjoy their outdoor spaces. With over 20 years of industry experience, this company leverages a unique blend of organic products to eliminate mosquitoes, ticks, and other pests, ensuring families can enjoy their time outdoors. Operating in a rapidly expanding segment of the $23.2 billion pest control industry, Mosquito Shield’s services are more crucial than ever due to the increasing prevalence of mosquito and tick-borne illnesses. This franchise stands out with its proprietary control products and specialized spray techniques, leading to an impressive 94% customer retention rate nationwide. Its business model is designed for efficiency, featuring a home-based operation that allows franchisees to maintain high-profit margins with minimal staff. With a national average gross sales of $847,023 and a 41% profit margin, the company offers robust financials and substantial growth potential. Backed by Five Star Franchising since 2022, Mosquito Shield’s network includes over 400 franchises, demonstrating its successful model and strong market presence.
Franchisee Support
Mosquito Shield provides extensive initial training, including 36 comibines hours of classroom and on-the-job training focused on the brand’s history, marketing, customer service, mosquito and tick biology, equipment use, service delivery and business operations. Ongoing support includes written and video tutorials, bi-weekly calls with the VP of Operations, a dedicated business success coach, and access to a comprehensive intranet. Franchisees also benefit from a Franchise Advisory Council, a National Sales Center, and participation in Five Star Franchising's Annual Franchise Owners Meeting. Note: Some states may require a Certified Applicaton license to pull business licenses. All service technicians have to be licensed!
Brand Accolades & Awards
Mosquito Shield is consistently recognized for its excellence with multiple awards, including rankings in the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 from 2022 to 2024 and topping the Pest Control Category in 2023 and 2024. It also received the Franchise Business Review Top Franchises Satisfaction Award in 2015, 2016, 2021, and 2022, and was listed in the Franchise Gator Top 100.
Industry / Market
The U.S. mosquito control market is projected to reach $5.5 billion by 2027, growing at a CAGR of 8.2% from 2020 to 2027. Mosquito Shield is strategically positioned to capitalize on this growth, offering effective, environmentally friendly solutions to homeowners and businesses.
Ideal Owner
The ideal Mosquito Shield franchisee is an entrepreneur passionate about providing effective mosquito control solutions and delivering excellent customer service. They should be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing a team of technicians. Experience in pest control, landscaping, or customer service is beneficial, along with strong communication skills to build relationships with clients and ensure high-quality service.