Charles Omajuwa had always dreamed of owning an American franchise. Now, thanks to PuroClean, that dream has become a reality, and Charles has earned financial independence while helping his community.
Originally from Nigeria, Charles first became a PuroClean Franchise Owner in 2021 when he opened PuroClean of Victor Heights in California. Less than 18 months later, he opened a second fire and water restoration franchise, PuroClean of West Los Angeles. His determination, aptitude for the industry, steady growth, and dedication to service all contributed to Charles winning the Rookie of the Year award at the 2024 PuroClean International Convention in Denver, Colorado.
Charles says he had tried other business ventures in the past, but the support from the Home Office and other Franchise Owners made a huge difference – and puts PuroClean among the top restoration franchises on the market today.
“One of the things I highly appreciate as a PuroClean Franchise Owner is how quickly people are willing to respond when you have questions or when you’re in a situation where you need insight from more experienced folks,” he says. “We share our successes and our failures, and together we become better at what we do. The benefit is in knowing we truly can do a lot more by collaborating. To me, PuroClean culture means leadership that holds service to others at its core.”
Charles was already an insurance industry specialist before deciding to venture out on his own into property damage restoration. While researching brands, he talked to a friend who already owned his own PuroClean remediation services franchise.
“His story was unique, as he had little to no prior experience with a property restoration company. Getting to know the dynamic of the PuroClean Way and the support he received as he ventured into this complex industry made it a no-brainer for me to lean into PuroClean.”
For Charles, the PuroClean Way means being humble and willing to be the help.
“We consistently encourage our team to take pride in what we do and work with grit, patience, and a willingness to go the extra mile for our customers,” he says. “In many cases, homeowners we’ve helped have given us genuine feedback about how much we care to be the help.”
Starting Your Own Restoration Franchise
One look at restoration industry statistics makes it clear that it’s only continuing to grow. The industry is currently worth $41.2 billion U.S. and that number is expected to grow to $75.8 billion US by 2034. This growth is due to the increasing frequency and severity of natural disasters due to climate change. Property damage restoration is also a recession-resistant industry because hurricanes and fires still happen no matter what’s happening in the rest of the economy.
Given this outlook, you might be wondering how to start a restoration company. With PuroClean, the process couldn’t be simpler! Between the franchise fee, vehicles, and equipment, you’re looking at an investment of $225,000 to $245,000 to get started. PuroClean can help with financing options, and if you’re a military veteran, we offer a discount on the initial franchise fee through the PuroVet program. There are so many great opportunities to generate revenue, including:
- Water remediation services
- Fire, smoke, and soot restoration
- Reconstruction services
- Mold remediation
- Biohazard cleanup
As Charles notes, you don’t need any prior restoration experience to become a PuroClean Franchise Owner. Every new member of the PuroClean family receives three weeks of extensive training at the state-of-the-art PuroClean Academy in Florida. This includes hands-on instruction in the IICRC-approved Applied Structural Drying (ASD) facility—also known as the “Flood House”—to ensure they become proficient in restoration technology and techniques before opening their doors. In addition, they have access to online on-demand training modules so they can master the latest trends and developments in the restoration industry. From day one, they are backed by the power of PuroClean’s trusted brand and proven business model.
“Owning a PuroClean franchise is like being a kid in school with your big brother standing right behind you saying, ‘Stand your ground out there. But also know that I’ve got you if the challenge is ever bigger than your muscles,’” Charles says.
You may also be wondering about some of the terms franchises use, specifically the difference between franchisor vs franchisee. The franchisor is the parent company that owns the business model and licenses it out. Franchisees, or Franchise Owners, own individual licenses that give them the right to operate under that company’s name and business model in a specific area for a certain period of time.
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If you’re ready to follow in Charles’ footsteps and live the American franchise dream, then PuroClean is ready to help get you started! Get more information by downloading a FREE franchise kit today!