1-3 Months
Somewhat
Part-time
Capture the Buzz: Own a Top-Performing Pest Control Business! ---> Step into a proven leader in the mosquito and tick control industry with Mosquito Shield of South Shore and Cape Cod! Achieving over $1.17 million in peak gross revenue in 2021, this well-established franchise has served two exclusive territories for over 11 years, demonstrating sustained profitability and strong brand recognition. With over 1,100 loyal customers and a significant regional footprint, this business is well-positioned for regaining and exceeding its former profitability. ---> Key Highlights: + Proven Market Leader: Part of a pioneering brand with a remarkable 90% customer renewal rate. + Proven Success: Has a history of strong financial performance, ready to replicate past success. + Strong Local Presence: Deep community roots through youth sports sponsorships and a "buy local" strategy, supported by a Google rating of 4.7 stars from over 120 reviews. + Highly Scalable: Benefits from large, early franchisee territories, with high net-worth towns. + Market Potential: Poised for expansion in a pest control industry projected to generate $23.2 billion by 2024, driven by increasing health concerns over mosquito and tick-borne illnesses. + Diverse Marketing Strategies: A robust mix of grassroots marketing, SEO, SEM, direct mail, and strong referral networks ensures ongoing visibility and customer engagement. + Ideal for Local Entrepreneurs: Especially suited for buyers with complementary businesses like landscaping, offering opportunities for cross-marketing and scalability. ---> This turnkey opportunity offers the chance to revitalize a business with established operational capacities and a significant track record of success. Ideal for visionary buyers looking to leverage existing strengths and operational enhancements to propel the business to new heights with daily involvement during mosquito season. Inquire now for NDA!
The amount of work spent on this business varies due to the seasonality. During peak months of April to August, we spend 40 hrs a week and during off season, it is 10 to 15 hours per week. We handle hiring, equipment maintenance, marketing, HR and general oversight.
Mosquito Shield has garnered numerous industry accolades, including Franchise Business Review awards in 2015, 2016, 2021, and 2022, and rankings in the Entrepreneur Franchise 500 from 2022 to 2024, including #1 in the Pest Control Category in 2023 and 2024. The franchise also earned a spot on the Franchise Gator Top 100 in 2021. Our Southern NJ location is recognized across the Mosquito Shield brand for its operational excellence, having conducted technician training at our facility and hosting home office training events, making it a recommended stop for visiting franchisees.
The sale price includes all of the assets required for running the business, which includes: up to 7 vehicles (vans) used in daily support of business, backpack sprayers for the application of pest control products, and any inventory of products and signage. These materials are valued at about $150,000.
Franchisees receive extensive initial training, including classroom and field training on history, marketing, customer service, mosquito & tick biology, technician protocol, and equipment use. Ongoing support includes written & video tutorials, annual regional technician training, bi-weekly calls with corporate experts, dedicated business coach, National Call Center, etc.
We love that we are local, our franchisor is local and we truly help people enjoy their yards and stay safer as it relates to mosquitoes and ticks and the potential diseases they carry.
Operating in the fast-growing pest control industry, expected to generate $23.2 billion in 2024, Mosquito Shield is a leader in residential mosquito control. With the threat of mosquito and tick-borne illnesses rising due to shifting land use patterns, global travel, and climate change, the residential mosquito control market has become the fastest-growing pest control segment. Mosquito Shield’s innovative approach and effective solutions meet this increasing demand, solidifying its market leadership and offering significant growth potential. ---> This South Shore and Cape Cod franchise has significant growth opportunities within its expansive and affluent territories. Currently, several high-net-worth towns are under-served, providing ample room for deeper market penetration and customer acquisition. By intensifying efforts in local marketing and enhancing community engagement—leveraging impressive customer renewal rates and strong existing ties through youth sports sponsorships and a robust "buy local" strategy—the franchise is well-positioned to attract new customers.
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