Last Updated on August 1, 2012 by DeanR
Oil Butler International Franchise Information
Oil Butler International is a franchise for a business on mobile automobile oil change. It was founded in 1987 and started franchising in 1991.
It was founded by Sam Casternovia and Dominic Lege. They said that after they opened their first shop, they quickly became the most in demand when it comes to quick lube service. Their concept is different from others since instead of the customer falling in line in a shop, they are the ones coming to the customer. They say that their customers wait for only an average of 15 to 20 minutes. They now have 83 locations in the United States, two locations in Canada, 15 locations in other countries, and one location that is company owned.
What services do they provide at Oil Butler International?
You are recommended by your vehicle’s manufacturer to change your oil every three months or every 3,000 miles for your vehicle to operate well in severe driving conditions. The services they provide are in accordance to the manufacturer’s requirements to keep their warranty. They say that their prices are less than other dealerships and they also keep track of the complete maintenance history.
Their full service oil change includes lubricating your chassis, installing new oil filter, checking and filling of battery fluid, checking and filling of power steering fluid, checking and filling of transmission or transaxle fluid, checking and filling of windshield fluid, checking engine coolant level, checking and filling of differential fluid, checking and setting tire pressure, checking windshield wiper blades, and checking all exterior lights. They say that the benefits of a regular service by Oil Butler includes saving time since they are the one going to you, saving money by avoiding costly repairs, ensuring you of proper care from their trained technicians, extending the life of your vehicle’s engine and other components, maximizing fuel economy, maintaining your manufacturer’s warranty, reducing environmental pollution, increasing your vehicle’s resale value, and keeping you and your vehicle safe at all times. Other services offered are for Fleets which includes the 17-point safety check.
Cost and requirements on running an Oil Butler International franchise
You need to have a total liquid asset of at least $15,000. Expect to be investing about $28,000 to $41,000. The cost of Oil Butler International franchise fee is $15,000 with an on-going royalty fee of 7%. This is for a renewable 10 year term agreement. This franchise can be run from home. They allow multi-unit ownership and currently, 10% of the franchisees own more than one unit. They allow absentee ownership although currently, 100% of all franchisees operate their own locations.
What is included in the franchise package?
There will be four days training at the headquarters. You will be receiving newsletters and a toll free phone number. You will be provided assistance at the grand opening. You will also be given access to the internet. Expect to be receiving occasional field evaluations to check on your progress. For marketing support, there will be ad slicks, co-op advertising, regional advertising, and national media.
Oil Butler International Contact Details
You may reach them at:
Address: 1599 Rte. 22 W. Union, NJ 07083
Phone: (908)687-3283