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Th u rsd a y, Fe b ru a ry 6 , 2 0 1 4 C o n stru c tio n Ma rke tp la c e LOW FRANCHISE FEES AND HIGH INCOME POTENTIAL MAKE A UBUILDIT FRANCHISE A BARGAIN A UBuildIt franchise comes with the tools, training and manuals in a market niche with little competition, low liability and great income potential. Anyone with a background in either business or construction can learn to succeed in construction consulting with UbuildIt's tools and training. On average, the potential annual personal income for a major market is $100,000, said UbuildIt CEO Bob Braudrick. "Of course nothing is guaranteed, and the desire and ability of the individual is paramount, but we try to take only franchisees who show the ability and willingness to follow the sys- tem," he said. "Our expectation based on the system is for a six figure personal income on the average for a large or major market franchisee." UbuildIt franchisees consult with individuals who want to build or remodel their own homes but do not have the expertise to do that by themselves, Braudrick says. UbuildIt provides franchisees in the finer points of construction consulting along with the tools, contracts, training, manuals and proven systems developed over the last 25 years, together with a proven business model and all the tools necessary to make it ZOELLER COMPANY FOCUSES ON QUALITY IN PRODUCTS AND CUSTOMER SERVICE Walking through the halls of Zoeller Company headquarters in Louisville, Ky., one becomes aware of the words "Customer Service" outside every employee's office. These words have anchored Zoeller Company for 75 years, establishing it as a leader in the plumbing industry. Zoeller Company offers an ever-expanding inventory of quality sump/dewatering, effluent, sewage and grinder pumps. Add hazardous environment pumps, pre-assembled package systems, basins, back-up systems and controls and accessories to the mix, and one recognizes that this family-owned com- pany offers plumbing professionals one of the industry's most comprehensive line-up of products for water removal. "Quality, service, innovation and integrity are the core values of our company," said CEO/President John Zoeller. "When it comes to customer service, we hold ourselves to what we feel is a high standard, and measure ourselves against that standard." With the needs of the marketplace constantly changing, quality customer service has become a moving target. With this in mind, Zoeller Company holds to its core values to ensure its high MOUNTAIN MEANS MORE IN WATER FILTRATION New High Performance Water Filter Delivers 300 Percent More Filtration Power! The 2014 edition of the Mountain high performance water filter. The MT1200XL will filter 1,200 gallons of water! 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There's a large potential client base of people who are looking to lower the cost of entry into homeownership by doing some or all the work themselves, and the UbuildIt franchise is a way to tap into that market, which is a niche where there's not a lot of competition, Braudrick says. "For someone new to the industry, we offer a way to skip forward decades and gain the tools necessary to succeed and the name recognition that only comes from years of service," he added. Franchise and startup costs vary according to the size of the market, but as an example, a franchise for a major market such as Kansas City would involve a $49,500 franchise fee plus office and staffing expenses for a total startup cost of around $200,000. A general contractor with an existing business in a small market could expect to start a UbuildIt fran- standards as a customer service leader in the marketplace today. Zoeller Company's focus on being an industry leader is matched only by its state-of-the-art computer engineering, the highest quality materials, precision manufacturing and assembly, and rigid computerized testing of each pump before it leaves the dock. It also boasts of a large array of UL and CSA listed pumps. Quality is a consideration in every step of the process, from concept to delivery. Not often associated with service, Zoeller Company's high-quality products greatly reduce the number of service issues to a minimum. Above all else, every pump is 100 percent factory tested. The Zoeller Company name has become virtually synonymous with quality in the plumbing industry. Zoeller Company puts its customers water appliances "made better by design." The company is located in a 50,000 square foot facility in Dallas, Texas. Mountain Plumbing, a division of McAlpine Plumbing, an international manufacturing and industrial corporation, celebrating over 100 years in business, offers a marketleading assortment of plumbing accessories, water filters, garbage disposers, instant hot water tanks and water chillers. Featured this year is the Francis Anthony Collection – Tailored Proportion Gourmet Faucets. Mountain Plumbing's dedication to customer service is unparalleled within the kitchen and bath industry. It is setting hensive services can save you time and money, allowing you to focus on what's most important: growing your business. Founded in 1944, NSF International is an independent, nongovernmental organization that certifies products and writes standards for food, water and consumer goods to minimize adverse health effects and protect the environment. With more than 70 years of experience working with manufacturers and national, state and provincial regulatory agencies, NSF is well-versed in navigating global market access. NSF has a robust plumbing program 15 chise for a $29,500 franchise fee plus perhaps an additional $20,000 in other startup costs, Braudrick says. "You can see how the cost can vary depending on the person and the location." That franchise fee is a real bargain, according to Braudrick. "A large number of people try to copy us or imitate us every year in a number of markets but they can't duplicate our processes or our copyrightprotected manuals, tools and systems," he said. "The legal end and the structure is much more complicated to develop than you think. Without these systems most imitators find themselves falling back into old styles and habits and end up just projectmanaging everything – with all the connected hassles, time, effort and liabilities." For further information, visit booth #S1328 at the International Builders Show. After the show, visit online at www.ubuildit.com. first during production and inventory planning. While many manufacturers have been forced to reduce production and subsequent inventory levels in recent years, Zoeller Company has sustained, and in some cases increased, inventory levels. What this means for customers is an ample supply of pumps when unexpected moisture from hurricanes, tornadoes and floods hit. Keeping high inventory levels is a risk Zoeller Company is willing to take in order to handle high volume, time-sensitive orders. "Everything we do from material planning to shipping is done with producing a quality product for our customer in mind," John Zoeller said. For more information, visit www.zoeller.com, call 502-778-2731 or stop by booth #C9113 at the International Builders Show. the standard for service and support through its dedicated customer service team that is accessible and responsive to your needs. In addition to these offerings, Mountain Plumbing offers same-day shipping and has no minimum order requirements. The hallmark of Mountain Plumbing's success: combining quality with innovative products that add beauty and value to your home. To learn more about Mountain Plumbing, visit www.mountainplumbing.com and stop by booth #1409. that tests faucets, fixtures and fittings against industry standards including ANSI, ASME, ASSE, ASTM, CSA, IAPMO, PDI and NSF, and can help manufacturers demonstrate compliance to both the Uniform and International Plumbing Codes. 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