Industry-Leading Flooring Franchise in Prime Chicago Areas - AI Proof
Business Description
This is a rare opportunity to acquire an industry-leading flooring franchise positioned in some of the most desirable and highest-income ZIP codes in Chicago. The business is fully built, professionally branded, and ready for rapid scale under the next owner.
The current owner has completed the heavy lift—establishing systems, relationships, assets, and brand presence—and is shifting focus to real estate development and property management, creating a clean handoff opportunity.
AI-Resistant, Evergreen Demand
Flooring is a fundamentally AI-resistant, needs-based business tied to homeownership, real estate transactions, damage remediation, and ongoing renovation cycles. Homes are continually bought, sold, updated, and repaired, creating consistent demand that is not dependent on discretionary trends or digital substitution. This business operates at the intersection of necessity and lifestyle improvement, providing durable long-term relevance.
Prime Territory & Market Position
Exclusive franchise territory covering six high-value North Side Chicago ZIP codes
Dense residential, condo, apartment, and light commercial market
Strong demand driven by renovations, aging housing stock, insurance events, and real estate turnover
Ideal mix of high-margin residential and repeat commercial/property work
Strong Foundation with Significant Upside
While still early-stage financially, the business has established assets that typically take years to build, including:
Over 55 Google reviews with a strong local reputation
Active, well-developed social media presence
Excellent local SEO and LLM-optimized digital footprint
Established relationships with builders, developers, apartment and condo managers, general contractors, retail chain partners, and financial institutions
Strong referral pipelines including professional networks
This is a growth-focused acquisition with a clear runway, not a turnaround.
Turnkey Assets Included
Fully branded flooring showroom van
Walkie stacker forklift
Extensive flooring samples and displays
Organized warehouse with racking and equipment
Transferable lease in a central, highly desirable neighborhood
Vendor relationships and national franchise support systems
The buyer avoids startup risk and can operate immediately.
Scalable Operations
Proven sales and in-home consultation process
Established vendor and installation relationships
Franchise systems, training, and national marketing support
Clear opportunities to increase consultations, expand property manager and HOA programs, scale commercial and builder relationships, and add dedicated sales focus
With the right operator, this territory supports rapid revenue acceleration and strong long-term profitability.
Ideal Buyer
Owner-operator with sales or operations experience
Flooring, construction, or real estate professional
Builder or GC seeking vertical integration
Strategic franchise buyer expanding market presence
Reason for Sale
Owner is shifting focus to property development and property management and stepping away from day-to-day operational ownership. This is a strategic transition, not a distressed sale.
Serious inquiries only.
Confidentiality required. Additional information available upon request.
The current owner has completed the heavy lift—establishing systems, relationships, assets, and brand presence—and is shifting focus to real estate development and property management, creating a clean handoff opportunity.
AI-Resistant, Evergreen Demand
Flooring is a fundamentally AI-resistant, needs-based business tied to homeownership, real estate transactions, damage remediation, and ongoing renovation cycles. Homes are continually bought, sold, updated, and repaired, creating consistent demand that is not dependent on discretionary trends or digital substitution. This business operates at the intersection of necessity and lifestyle improvement, providing durable long-term relevance.
Prime Territory & Market Position
Exclusive franchise territory covering six high-value North Side Chicago ZIP codes
Dense residential, condo, apartment, and light commercial market
Strong demand driven by renovations, aging housing stock, insurance events, and real estate turnover
Ideal mix of high-margin residential and repeat commercial/property work
Strong Foundation with Significant Upside
While still early-stage financially, the business has established assets that typically take years to build, including:
Over 55 Google reviews with a strong local reputation
Active, well-developed social media presence
Excellent local SEO and LLM-optimized digital footprint
Established relationships with builders, developers, apartment and condo managers, general contractors, retail chain partners, and financial institutions
Strong referral pipelines including professional networks
This is a growth-focused acquisition with a clear runway, not a turnaround.
Turnkey Assets Included
Fully branded flooring showroom van
Walkie stacker forklift
Extensive flooring samples and displays
Organized warehouse with racking and equipment
Transferable lease in a central, highly desirable neighborhood
Vendor relationships and national franchise support systems
The buyer avoids startup risk and can operate immediately.
Scalable Operations
Proven sales and in-home consultation process
Established vendor and installation relationships
Franchise systems, training, and national marketing support
Clear opportunities to increase consultations, expand property manager and HOA programs, scale commercial and builder relationships, and add dedicated sales focus
With the right operator, this territory supports rapid revenue acceleration and strong long-term profitability.
Ideal Buyer
Owner-operator with sales or operations experience
Flooring, construction, or real estate professional
Builder or GC seeking vertical integration
Strategic franchise buyer expanding market presence
Reason for Sale
Owner is shifting focus to property development and property management and stepping away from day-to-day operational ownership. This is a strategic transition, not a distressed sale.
Serious inquiries only.
Confidentiality required. Additional information available upon request.
About the Business
- Years in Operation
- 4
- Employees
- 17 (2 Full-time, 15 Contractors)
- Franchise
- This business is an established franchise
- Facilities & Assets
- Opportunity to assume a centrally located, professionally appointed office and warehouse within the exclusive territory, fully operational and ready for immediate takeover. Included are a walkie-stacker (forklift), fully wrapped Ford Transit Pro Mobile Showroom van, computers and office equipment, warehouse racking, extensive flooring samples and displays, accessories, and select inventory—providing a turnkey setup from day one.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- Flooring operates in a nearly recession-resistant industry, driven by a mix of “needs” (damage, repairs, and pre- or post-move replacements) and “wants” (aesthetic upgrades and renovations). Competition includes big-box retailers and independent installers, creating a fragmented market with opportunity for a professional, service-driven operator.
- Opportunities for Growth
- Significant growth opportunity through expanded retail partnerships, deeper relationships with general contractors, apartment and condo managers, and referral partners such as movers and real estate professionals. The territory supports increased in-home consultations, repeat property work, and commercial volume with focused sales execution.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Leased
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 1,500
- Rent
- $2,850.00 per month
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Owner is shifting focus to a real estate development and property management car
- Transition Support
- The franchise provides comprehensive training in both the flooring industry and business operations, including on-site training for the owner and staff at franchise headquarters and with key supplier partners. Ongoing franchise support is included. The current owner is available for a negotiated transition period.
Listing Info
- ID
- 2448736
- Listing Views
- 47
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