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TruGreen ranked in TOP 20 franchises by Franchise Direct

05/05/2021 in /by

#20! We are proud to announce that TruGreen are shortlisted in the Franchise Direct Top 100 Franchises for 2021.  This is no mean feat and being shortlisted to position no#20 is a real achievement from the hundred’s of franchise operations in the UK. The awards take many things in to consideration including it’s size, growth, […]

Welcome to the network Sandra & Alwyn of TruGreen Hampshire South

28/04/2021 in /by

Alwyn and Sandra have had both worked in the corporate world for most of their working lives, with Alwyn being most recently involvedin the Marine Sector before deciding TruGreen was an option for them. They decided one day they could jointly develop a strong business to be proud of and went on the search for greener […]

Magnificent March

21/04/2021 in /by

Whilst the UK endeavours to find new normality, life in TruGreen has remained almost unaffected as the ability for our businesses to operate outdoors safely and at a social distance, has meant that services have been able to continue. As we’re recommended to go outdoors to socialise, it seems many individuals have chosen to take […]

Be a part of something BIG

14/04/2021 in /by

One of the biggest problems a new entrepreneur faces is that their business isn’t well known and doesn’t have a reputation. Be a part of something BIG to solve that problem for you: Worldwide brand Brand established almost 50 years ago Operating successfully in the UK for over 30 years Franchise network operating identically across […]

We feature in the Spring Edition of Business Franchise Magazine

31/03/2021 in /by

We’re absolutely thrilled to be featuring in the Spring Edition of Business Franchise Magazine.  Business Franchise Magazine is the official publication of the British Franchise Association and is known for promoting the positive stories within the franchise sector and the opportunities that there are to be a part of it. Featuring in this edition are […]

Research before starting your business

24/03/2021 in /by

There are so many things to consider before starting a business. But first, you need to research a few different things to ensure that this is the right choice for you and it has an opportunity to succeed. Lifestyle  This is a big one. Most franchise agreements are for a duration of 5 years. This […]

Recipe for Success

17/03/2021 in /by

Joining a franchise with TruGreen will give you the brand, tools and support to build a great business, but to have the total recipe for success you will need ambition, drive and passion. Brand We’ve built the brand up over 30 years in the UK, with strong ties to professionalism, honesty and integrity, customers love […]

Spring in to Business

10/03/2021 in /by

Spring sprung at the weekend due to some glorious weather across the country and whilst it’s at the forefront of everyone’s minds, it’s a good opportunity to delve deeper in to starting a lawn care business.  Being able to enjoy a lush, green lawn in the warmer months is one of the simple things in […]

Exclusive interview with Steve Welch at TruGreen

02/03/2021 in /by

The team at Elite Franchise have recently interview our Brand Leader for TruGreen Lawn Care and we are pleased to share the final article. ‘Cut above the rest’  For Steve Welch, Brand Manager at TruGreen Professional LawnCare, being a cut above the rest is the implied aim. Steve explains to Elite Franchise what success has […]

What can I earn with a TruGreen franchise?

24/02/2021 in /by

When owning your own business, it’s important to ensure that it will deliver the financial security in the timescale that you require. Remember, we cannot guarantee your earnings, you get out of it, what you put in to it. The best way to ensure this with a franchise opportunity, is to use the financial model […]

The power of a branded vehicle

17/02/2021 in /by

Research suggests that a branded vehicle can be seen up to 3000 times a day! This is pretty handy when establishing your brand and growing your customer base. The more eyes on your brand, the more customers who can find out about you, so that they can buy from you.   Fortunately for our Trugreen […]

What our Brand Leader looks for in a Franchise Partner

10/02/2021 in /by

In order to maintain brand integrity, we carefully select the franchise partners who are to join our brand by inviting prospective business owners to an interview with our TruGreen Brand Leader, Steve Welch. We asked Steve, 5 questions to help prospective business owners qualify themselves to join:  Q. Describe the characteristics of the most successful […]

2020 proved the future is Franchising

03/02/2021 in /by

Nothing proves that the future is bright for franchising more than the fact that 2020 was our biggest year for both enquiries and franchise partners joining our brands. 2020 was by far one of the most unexpected and challenging years for everyone. The extent of the effects of Covid-19 could not have been predicted, nor […]

Local support for your new business

27/01/2021 in /by

If you’re considering starting your own business, but have concerns around the wider support available outside of the franchise, this blog is for you. Your local government can provide specialist help in many areas of business including finance, growth, recruitment, technology, tax and more. By the government supporting you in your new venture with funding, […]

Age is nothing but a number

20/01/2021 in /by

According to the last undertaken British Franchise Association survey in 2018, almost 20% of franchise units are owned by individuals under the age of 30. This statistic goes to show that that age doesn’t stop entrepreneurs from achieving their dreams. This can be put down to more individuals looking to business ownership rather than employment […]

Timescales to buy

13/01/2021 in /by

Buying a franchise isn’t like buying a loaf of bread. It’s not just a decision for there and then, it is one for not only now, but also the future. It will therefore be no surprise to you that we have had business owners join our franchise in a timescale as short as one month […]

2021 – What does it look like for TruGreen?

06/01/2021 in /by

If you are thinking about joining our brand this year, but have concerns over the current situation and the affect that it may have, this blog is for you. In 2020, the TruGreen franchise became stronger as it adapted to the ‘new normal’ and as such, pushed the business model to new heights. All businesses found […]

TruGreen – 2020 in review

30/12/2020 in /by

Back in 2019 when we were evaluating our brand and making decisions for 2020, we could never have predicted what was in store for our franchise in 2020. That said, our brand has developed, our franchise owners have built resilient businesses that have stood the difficult trading conditions that the pandemic has brought upon the […]

An all-year-round opportunity

23/12/2020 in /by

There are many great business opportunities out there and it’s important to consider whether you wish to operate to capacity all year round, or in seasons. Seasonal work is great for those who undertake more than one venture or prefer a little time off to regenerate. However, all year round is great for those who […]