The Grout Doctor®, Nation’s Most Recognized and Respected Grout Service Company, Ranked in Entrepreneurs Franchise 500

SALT LAKE CITY, UT - Grout Doctor Global Franchises Corp® was ranked in the 31st Annual Franchise 500 January 2010 issue of Entrepreneur Magazine. Entrepreneur ranked The Grout Doctor® based on their objective, quantifiable measures of franchise success, with the process beginning back in July 2008. Grout Doctor Global Franchises Corp® proved strong in the areas of financial strength and stability, growth rate and size of their franchise operation. The Grout Doctor® has been ranked as an Entrepreneur Franchise 500 for the past 3 consecutive years.

The Grout Doctor® also ranked in Entrepreneurs Top 100 Low Cost Franchises for 2010 because of their low initial investment. Multi-unit franchisees Remus and Diana Baesu are one example of franchisees who profited from The Grout Doctor's simplicity and affordability. Within 12 months of starting a Grout Doctor franchise, the Baesus bought a second franchise and broke a long-standing company record for highest monthly gross sales. "I was surprised to learn how easy and profitable the Grout Doctor business was for me," said Remus.

With 62 franchises in 20 states The Grout Doctor® is the most recognized and respected grout service company in the nation. This reputation is the reason why consumers are more comfortable dealing with The Grout Doctor® brand than with local mom and pop outfits. "Our reputation also ensures that franchisees can draw from a consistently applied marketing program and operating method which cultivates controlled income potential while expanding name recognition," said Robin Rotella, Director of Franchise Sales and Marketing.

For more than 17 years, The Grout Doctor franchisees have been helping home and business owners save time by minimizing maintenance on their tile grout and natural stone. Grout Doctor franchisees benefit from the most comprehensive support system in the business that includes proprietary products and software, ongoing business coaching, continuing training, proven marketing programs, online advertising and print center, and distinctive personal care from a friendly, knowledgeable, experienced, and accessible management team!

The Grout Doctor® is built upon real consumer demand: Anywhere there is tile, there's a need for dedicated grout care. The Grout Doctor® network fills this niche by exclusively providing grout, tile and stone care by highly qualified specialists. "If you are anything like me at the stage of life I was at when I found The Grout Doctor®, know that it is a perfect opportunity with a huge customer base, low overhead, flexible hours, no mandatory inventory, employees are optional and it meets all your needs," said Wayne Gregson, Franchisee.

The Grout Doctor® is expanding nationwide and currently has excellent territories available.