Color World Painting: A One-Stop Home Services Franchise

Color World Painting is a dynamic home services franchise offering a unique blend of residential and commercial painting, power washing, gutter installation, holiday lighting, and minor carpentry and drywall repairs.

Established in 1997 by Tom Hodgson in Powell, Ohio, the company began franchising in 2016 and has since expanded across the United States. Now headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, Color World Painting operates under the umbrella of Authority Brands, providing franchisees with robust support and resources.

What sets Color World Painting apart is its innovative "five-in-one" business model, allowing franchisees to generate multiple revenue streams year-round. This comprehensive approach not only enhances customer satisfaction by offering a variety of services but also provides franchise owners with increased earning potential and business stability.

Training

Color World Painting provides a detailed and structured training program to equip franchisees with the necessary knowledge and skills for operating the business successfully. The training is mandatory and tailored based on the individual's prior experience.

1. Initial Training Program
   This consists of a 6-week online pre-training course followed by a 5-day in-person training session typically held in Powell, Ohio. The program includes orientation, familiarization with brand operations, and proficiency tests on service delivery, technology use, and business management.
2. Additional and Ongoing Training
   After launch, the franchisor offers both required and optional training programs as deemed necessary. These sessions may be delivered in person, via video, or online and can be conducted by Color World Painting, its affiliates, or designated third parties.
3. Remedial and Substitute Training
   If trainees fail to meet brand standards or require retraining, the franchisor may impose additional training sessions. Fees may apply for exceeding trainee limits, remedial instruction, or repeating programs.

Territory Protection

Color World Painting grants franchisees a protected territory as long as they remain in compliance with the Franchise Agreement. Within this territory—typically comprising around 75,000 single-family dwelling units—the franchisor agrees not to open or authorize other Color World Painting businesses using the same brand and system.

This protection, however, does not prevent the franchisor from advertising or recruiting within the territory. Despite the protected status, the franchisee does not receive exclusive rights.

The franchisor retains the ability to use alternative distribution channels, such as online platforms or different brand names, and may authorize similar or dissimilar businesses both inside and outside the territory.