What Franchise Issue 21.1

add further revenue streams, including washroom and hygiene services, deep cleaning, or specialist treatments. TRAINING AND SUPPORT EVERY STEP OF THE WAY While sales are taken care of, franchisees also benefit from Dublcheck’s market-leading support structure. New owners receive a comprehensive induction covering every aspect of the business, from managing staff to service delivery and compliance. Crucially, they also receive ongoing mentorship from experienced Dublcheck franchisees who have already walked the path. This level of backing explains why Dublcheck franchisees enjoy client retention rates well above the industry average. Customers benefit from consistent service, while franchisees have more time to manage and expand. AN EVERGREEN INDUSTRY WITH NO LIMITS Since Carol Stewart-Gill launched Dublcheck in 1993, the only change in the commercial cleaning industry has been its sheer growth. Today, it is a £60 billion sector in the UK alone, fuelled by ongoing demand from both private and public organisations. Cleaning is recession-resistant, non-discretionary, and impossible to outsource abroad. With Dublcheck’s non-exclusive territories and guaranteed turnover packages, franchisees are well positioned to capitalise on that growth. Some choose to remain small, enjoying the flexibility of being their own boss while maintaining a healthy income. Others scale into multi-staff operations, employing dozens of people and generating significant annual turnover. The choice is yours. As Carol herself puts it: “With our experience and track record, we can safely say that if you put in the effort and follow the system, with a Dublcheck franchise the rewards are there for everyone to see.” Leeds-based franchisees Mark and James are a case in point. After years of working in demanding roles that left themwith little family time, they decided to explore franchising. “We were working an average 40-hour week initially (in our jobs), which quickly became a 70-hour week,” they recall. “We could no longer spend quality time with our families and, coupled with a gruelling travel schedule, we needed to look for inspiration.” Their search led them to the British & International Franchise Exhibition, where Dublcheck stood out. “It was UK-based, recession proof and couldn’t be outsourced abroad. It was a simplistic business concept that was easily scalable and, most importantly of all, it was backed by the support of an established franchisor, which was something that appealed to us.” Their decision has paid off. From £360,000 turnover in 2011, they have grown to over £833,000 in 2024 – more than doubling their business. They attribute much of their success to the solid platform and consistent support provided by Dublcheck Head Office. “Fortunately, unlike a stand-alone business, we had the support of Dublcheck,” they explain. WHY CHOOSE DUBLCHECK? At a glance, franchisees benefit from: • Guaranteed sales provided for you • Low-cost entry with packages tailored to your goals • Low overheads – no office required • Established brand with over 30 years of experience • Thriving £60 billion sector that recession resistant with ample opportunity • Full training and ongoing mentorship from experienced franchisees • Comprehensive admin support including invoicing, HR, and H&S For many, the appeal is clear: you become your own boss with the confidence of a reliable income stream, the backing of an experienced franchisor, and the flexibility to build a business that fits your life. F O R F U R T H E R I N F O R M A T I O N Lisa Roberts lisa.roberts@dublcheck.co.uk 0800 317 236 FRANCH I SE OVERV I EW Established: 1993 Number of outlets: 65 Total investment: From £19,950 + VAT Carol welcomes new franchisee, Lisa 79 WHAT-FRANCHISE.COM DUBLCHECK