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LIME Painting

Brand Summary

LIME Painting is a luxury painting, surface restoration, and home-service franchise that serves residential and commercial properties. We are a values-based, high-end painting and contracting service provider that aims to set the standard high in client relations by consistently delivering exceptional services and a flawless customer experience.

As we grow nationwide, our Franchise Owners are drawn to our vibrant culture, comprehensive business model, affordability, and potential for substantial returns. Our average job ticket is $19,414, significantly higher than the industry's average of $4,500, enabling our Owners to undertake 75% fewer projects than standard painting businesses. This, along with 5x the average ticket size, recurring business, and a minimal-employee model, simplifies and scales the operation of a LIME Painting franchise.

The painting franchise market may be crowded, but we stand apart. We exclusively target the upper 30% of the market, focusing on high-end homes and businesses. High-end properties often require more than just painting, so we provide over 40 unique services, educating our clients on enhancing their investment value. Our approach to luxury is defined by detailed preparation, processes, and product choices, all tailored to each project and client, ensuring long-lasting results.

Brand Superpowers

Luxury Painting, Niche Market

Avg. Ticket is $19,414

40+ Distinct Services

Residential & Commercial Markets

EMPIRE Builder Model

*THE NUMBERS

$126,700 - $277,075 Investment Range

1,006,246 Average Gross Sales

46% Average Gross Profit Margins

7% - 4% Royalty

Brand Fund

$150,000 Financial Requirements

Founder	Nick Lopez
Home Office Location	4950 S Yosemite St F2 Unit 171 Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Company Founded	2013
Began Franchising	2018
Industry	Luxury painting, coatings, surface restoration
Industry Size	$400 Billion
Veteran Discount	$5,000
Group Health Insurance	Yes

Founder	Nick Lopez
Home Office Location	4950 S Yosemite St F2 Unit 171 Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Company Founded	2013
Began Franchising	2018
Industry	Luxury painting, coatings, surface restoration
Industry Size	$400 Billion
Veteran Discount	$5,000
Group Health Insurance	Yes

Company Units Open	11
Franchise Units Awarded All Time	119
Franchise Units Awarded Last 12 Months	14
Franchise Units Open	81
Number of franchisees	35

Strong Sales Ability
Desire to scale / multi-unit ownership
Relationship Builder
Passion to Help People
No Industry Experience Required
Values Outstanding Customer Service

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

DO THEY OFFER FINANCING TO HELP BUY THE FRANCHISE?

3rd Party Financing Available

WHAT KIND OF TECHNOLOGY DO THEY HAVE IN PLACE?

Project Visualizer, Job Management, Scheduling, CRM, Inventory Management, Billing and Logistics

DO THEY OFFER FLEXIBLE OWNERSHIP?

Yes

DO THEY OFFER A DISCOUNT TO VETERANS?

$5,000

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