About PJSJ Enterprises Franchise
Vanguard Cleaning Systems of Long Island is a commercial janitorial services franchise operated under the Vanguard Cleaning Systems brand.
Franchisees operate independent businesses providing commercial cleaning and building maintenance services to business accounts including owners or operators of business and professional offices, as well as commercial, industrial, medical, and educational facilities.
Day-to-day operations involve managing cleaning crews, servicing assigned accounts according to Account Cleaning Services Agreements, maintaining equipment and supplies, and developing new business relationships.
PJSJ Enterprises Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$6K
Average Investment
$8K
Maximum Investment
$10K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $5,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 10% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | No advertising fee required | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $5,500 – $10,100 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $6K–$10K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (10% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (No advertising fee required) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Equipment and Supplies | $0 | $2,500 |
| Licenses and Permits; Business Entity formation and name registration | $100 | $1,500 |
| Insurance | $200 | $600 |
| Real Property/Leases | $0 | $0 |
| Additional Funds - 3 months | $200 | $500 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Business Support Fee | 5% of monthly gross revenues |
| Marketing Fee (Multiple Pricing) | Generally 4 times first month's gross Service Billings |
| Marketing Fee (Shared Revenue) | Generally 25% of Service Billings ongoing |
| Special Services Fee | 10%-15% of Service Billings |
| Insurance (group program) | Estimated 5%-7% of gross revenues |
| Interest on late payments | 1.5% per month or highest allowable rate |
| Substitute Services Reimbursement | Varies based on expenses incurred |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Up to 15 days |
| Classroom Training | 8-14 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 6-12 hours |
| Training Location | Area Franchisor's offices in Uniondale, NY and designated locations |
| Additional Training | Optional web-based modules may be offered at franchisor's business offices at no charge. No additional training courses or refresher courses required. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Usually a designated Standard Metropolitan Statistical Area, or defined as a city/cities or county/counties |
| Description | Franchisee is licensed to conduct VCS Business within a designated Area. The Area is not exclusive and the franchisor may grant other VCS Business franchises in the Area at its sole discretion. Franchisor can, and can license others to, operate under the Marks or other brands and sell any product or service in the Area. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 5 years |
| Renewal Term | One 10-year successor term, then three additional 5-year successor terms |
| Renewal Fee | No renewal fee disclosed |
| Renewal Conditions | Must not be in default, give written notice 90-180 days before expiration, pay all amounts owed, sign then-current form of franchise agreement or term extension addendum (which may have materially different terms), and sign a general release of claims. |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor's advance written consent required. Must be in compliance with agreement, assignee must meet current qualifications, all amounts owed must be paid, assignee must sign current franchise agreement or be bound by existing agreement, must execute consent to transfer and general release. |
| Termination for Cause | Immediate termination for bankruptcy/insolvency, unauthorized transfer, material misrepresentation, misuse of marks, criminal conviction, abandonment, safety violations not corrected within 3 days, failure to maintain insurance, failure to pay debts within 15 days of notice, and other defaults not cured within 30 days. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, franchisee may provide janitorial services to non-Vanguard accounts but may not use Vanguard marks or compete against the franchisor or any other VCS business for their accounts. No post-termination non-compete covenant disclosed. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The Designated Owner must manage and operate the VCS Business and supervise the performance of services by employees. Each VCS Business must be conducted as a limited liability company or a corporation. Franchisee must maintain a minimum of 1 employee. |
| Required Suppliers | No required suppliers as of issuance date. Franchisees are free to purchase approved products and services from suppliers of their choice. Franchisor may offer a list of suppliers but franchisees are not required to use them. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisee agrees not to use any materials or programs for VCS Business which are disapproved by Franchisor. Franchisee must participate in franchisor's billing and collection services for VCS Accounts. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | In fiscal year 2022, revenue from franchise insurance totaled $20,089 (1.6% of PJSJ Enterprises total revenue of $1,250,924). Franchisor discontinued selling products and equipment to franchisees in 2020. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | Franchisor may offer financing for Account Transfer Marketing Fees at its sole discretion. Payments are typically made in equal monthly installments bearing 12% simple interest. No security interest is required. Franchisee may prepay without penalty. Franchisor may forgive outstanding balance if Account reverts after 60 days and franchisee is in good standing. |
PJSJ Enterprises Franchise Earnings — Item 19
PJSJ Enterprises does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
PJSJ Enterprises does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
PJSJ Enterprises Litigation & Risk Flags
1 Pending Action ListedReview the full FDD for details on pending litigation.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
PJSJ Enterprises System Growth
Total Units
23
Franchised
23
Company-Owned
0
PJSJ Enterprises currently operates 23 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 1 | 29 |
| 2021 | 0 | 4 | 25 |
| 2022 | 0 | 2 | 23 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 2
State Registrations
Registered in 1 states: NY
PJSJ Enterprises Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a PJSJ Enterprises franchise ranges from $5,500 to $10,100, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $5,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
PJSJ Enterprises charges a royalty fee of 10% of Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a No advertising fee required contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the PJSJ Enterprises Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from PJSJ Enterprises to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
PJSJ Enterprises does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
PJSJ Enterprises has been franchising since 2003. The FDD shows an investment range of $5,500-$10,100, a 10% of Gross Revenues royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 1 pending litigation action(s). Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $5,000 and the total investment ranges from $5,500 to $10,100 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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