Kitchen Tune-Up

Available in Multiple Locations
Cash Required

$81,930

Min. Franchise Fee

$79,950

Total Number of Units

274

Franchising Since

1988

Corporate Headquarters

Irvine,CA

CEO Name

Andrew Skehan

Overview

For over 35 years, Kitchen Tune has been simplifying the kitchen remodeling process for consumers. Our outstanding remodeling concept offers personalized service and incredible results that are structured around our customer service Trustpoints to ensure homeowners get a hassle-free experience from start to finish. Our franchise opportunity appeals to entrepreneurs transitioning into business ownership from corporate backgrounds. This is a fully scalable business model with home-based or retail location options. Multiple revenue streams include:

  • 5 core services: Original 1-Day Tune-Up, Cabinet Redooring, Cabinet Painting, Cabinet Refacing, and Custom Cabinets
  • Countertops - including laminate, solid surface, granite, and quartz countertops to match any style, design, and budget.
  • Granite Tune-Up - as natural stone is an investment that requires upkeep and care.
  • Backsplashes - various options to complement cabinets and countertops.

Home renovations are still on an upswing, and Kitchen Tune-Up offers the best tools and technology to effectively run a business in the $500 billion home improvement industry.

Franchise Unit Trends and Revenue

Total Number of Units

274

New Units Opened

29

Average Unit Revenue

$428,737

* in 2023

Franchise Fees

Min. Franchise Fee

$79,950
Veteran's Fee: $16,958

Royalty Fee

4.0% - 7.0%
Gross Revenues

Ad Fund Fee

1.0%
Gross Revenues

Why Choose Kitchen Tune-Up?

Kitchen Tune-up is well situated in a unique niche within the industry with our “minor improvement” services. Because we are not situated in the higher-cost tier of home improvement franchises, our market share remains largely untouched by fluctuations in the economy. But here’s how we really stand out:


A Proven System of Operation

With over 35 years in the kitchen renovation industry, our award-winning system has seen it all. Our system of operation gives you the knowledge, guidelines and methods you need to be successful.


An Established Marketing System

Running a kitchen remodeling business has its own set of rules, and Kitchen Tune-Up has the rulebook. You will learn a whole new way to find the clients you need. Kitchen Tune-Up knows what it takes to get business – and we cover all the bases.


A Robust Training Program

During initial training, you’ll learn how to run, manage, market and sell your product lines. Upon complete, you’ll go through a 12-week Post Training Action Plan. We work together to ensure your growth as a business owner and as an individual.


Ongoing Training

Our industry is growing with new ideas. With this mindset, we’re always striving to keep you informed. Your knowledge will keep expanding with our monthly newsletters, online owner’s forum, weekly emails, National Reunions and online webinars.


Group Buying Power

With the power of a group of franchise owners, you’ll find some of the best prices in the industry. With a larger volume buy comes more attention to each owner and special benefits not afforded to local “mom and pop” shops.


Online Design Tool

Our new online design tool allows customers to start to visualize their new Kitchen by previewing numerous surfaces including cabinets, countertops, tile, paint and more on our website. Customers can save their design, send it to the franchisee's team.


Augmented Reality App

With our new Augmented Reality App, Proview, a client is able to select different countertop types and cabinets styles, colors, and hardware, and have their actual kitchen transformed on an iPad right before their eyes during the in-home consultation.


Cost-of-entry is affordable:

Your investment includes the franchise fee, protected territory, start-up package, multi-phases of training and much more including:

  • Computer and iPad
  • Initial product samples: doors, trim, colors, stains, hardware
  • Starter marketing materials: brochures, business cards, folders
  • Initial supply of branded clothing
  • Home Show exhibit materials
  • Pre-training, virtual & hands-on training, post-training
  • Complete operating system, business operations manuals
  • Business coaching & Regional Operations Manager support
  • Scalable business that can be operated home-based or as a retail location
  • In-House financing of up to $36,000 for qualified candidates
  • Veteran Discount of 15% off initial franchise fees to qualified Veterans

Kitchen Tune-Up is an award-winning franchise ranking on the Entrepreneur Franchise 500® in multiple categories: #107 Overall Franchise; #1 Kitchen Remodeling Franchise; Top Franchises under $150K; Top Home-Based Franchises; Top Franchises for Multi-Unit Owners; and Top Franchises for Veterans. We also rank on Franchise Business Review® in multiple categories: Top 200 Franchises; Top Low-Cost Franchises; Top Franchises for Veterans; and Most Innovative Franchises.


With Kitchen Tune-Up franchise ownership, you become part of the Home Franchise Concepts® family of brands. Home Franchise Concepts is a leading franchisor in the home services space and a subsidiary of JM Family Enterprises®, a stable, privately held company with $20B in annual revenues.

Starting Costs and Investment Requirements

Total Investment

$129,930 - $188,850

Net Worth Required

$200,000

Cash Required

$81,930

Training and Support
Financing Available
Multi Units
Mobile

Training and Support

We are proud to offer the best training and support with ongoing learning to help run and support your business.

  • Initial training begins with a 4-week home-study pre-training program, followed by 14 days of virtual, classroom, and hands-on training at our HFC Experience Center in Dallas.
  • Our 12-Week Action Plan starts immediately after your training. It’s a proactive coaching program to help franchisees transition smoothly into the field.
  • Regional Operations Managers will provide day-to-day tactical support to keep our franchise owners moving forward.
  • On-going training and support include weekly group calls, International Convention, webinars, podcasts, Facebook group, and more!

History

Founders, Dave and Cindy Haglund opened a cabinet store in 1975, but by the late 1980s, the sluggish economy was hurting business. After noticing how well his car ran after a tune-up, Dave had a brainstorm: What if you could tune-up a kitchen so it was like new again? In 1988, Kitchen Tune-Up was born. In 2003, Dave & Cindy’s eldest daughter, Heidi Morrissey, joined Kitchen Tune-Up, eventually becoming President.


Today, Kitchen Tune-Up has a network of nearly 300 franchises across the United States and Canada. In 2021, Kitchen Tune-Up became part of the Home Franchise Concepts® family of brands.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for franchisees with an entrepreneurial spirit who are team-minded and continually like to learn. Self-starters with positive attitudes. Someone who is passionate about customer service and experience. No previous industry experience is necessary.


Find a work/life balance — and run the business how you choose! As a Kitchen Tune-Up owner, no two days will look alike! Are you good at project management or would you be better suited as a salesperson? What aspects of your business will you hire employees to help with? The choice is yours! Kitchen Tune-Up gives you the chance to make both your family life and your business a big success.

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