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Chem-Dry Southern Africa

Chem-Dry Southern Africa

Chem-Dry Southern Africa
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For Sale: areas/territories
YES
Our franchises are:
Africa
Date Established:
Head Office
Eastern Cape
Existing stores for sale or franchisor is looking for new territories in the following areas:
Eastern Cape
Free State
Gauteng
KwaZulu-Natal
Limpopo
Mpumalanga
North West
Northern Cape
Western Cape

For over 45 years, homeowners have chosen Chem-Dry for a healthier approach to carpet cleaning services. Our unique process delivers a deeper clean to carpet fibers, without the soapy chemicals and excessive amounts of water used by other carpet cleaners!

At Chem-Dry, we don’t rely on harsh chemicals or soapy detergents to achieve a deeper, longer-lasting clean. Instead, we harness the natural cleaning power of carbonation to clean your carpets.

Our Hot Carbonating Extraction process uses a solution called The Natural®, combined with PowerHead® cleaning technology. This process tackles the deep-seated stains and traffic patterns your carpets naturally develop over time.

At the same time, we can help improve indoor air quality inside your home. That’s why we say, “We clean for your health like no one else.®”


Upholstery Cleaning and Furniture Cleaning

At Chem-Dry, we’re committed to delivering a deeper clean with our furniture and upholstery cleaning services. And thanks to our unique Hot Carbonating Extraction (HCE) cleaning process, we also provide a healthier clean for your furniture.

With our approach, you can remove deep-seated stains, pet hair, and dirt from furniture — without using soapy detergents or harsh chemicals. Instead, we rely on a proprietary core cleaner called The Natural® and a cleaning process that uses a fraction of the water required for steam cleaning.

The result? A deeper clean and a healthier home.

Area Rug Cleaning and Oriental Rug Cleaning

It’s safe to say that area rugs typically receive a lot of traffic. Rugs are often put down in high traffic areas to decorate the space and even protect the flooring, but who is going to protect the rugs? Regular area rug cleaning is a must to promote their performance and preserve their appearance.

Just like carpet and upholstery, area rugs act like giant air filters in your home. They trap dirt and allergens, keeping them out of the air you breathe. However, rugs are only able to do this if they are properly maintained and kept clean.

While regular vacuuming is important, it isn’t going to do the whole job. Routine professional area rug cleaning is key to keeping your rugs looking and feeling their best.

Pet Carpet Cleaning: Stain and Odor Removal

At Chem-Dry, we love our pets — but we don’t love pet accidents. That’s why we offer our P.U.R.T.® service for pet urine stains and pet odor removal. Our Pet Urine Removal Treatment (P.U.R.T. for short) combines our carpet cleaning services with an odor-eliminating treatment. We use a special pet stain carpet cleaner to destroy urine smells at the source, neutralizing odors for good!

Thanks to P.U.R.T., Chem-Dry can eliminate even the most stubborn urine odors and stains. Instead of simply masking urine odors, we destroy the chemical compounds that cause these smells.

And unlike steam cleaning — which can make urine smells even worse — our process is proven to remove pet urine odors from carpets.

Stone, Tile, and Grout Cleaning

It’s hard to go wrong with tile. It’s durable, long-lasting, and looks great. From ceramic tile entryways to stone patios, tile is a worthwhile investment in any space. Unfortunately, tile, stone, and grout are not immune to the unhealthy elements that are in and around your home. That’s why professional tile and grout cleaning is essential.

Over time, dirt and grime build up in the porous surfaces of your stone, tile, and grout flooring. While routine sweeping and mopping with regular household cleaners are helpful at keeping excessive build-up at bay, they don’t deliver the deep tile and grout cleaning your floors really need.

The solution is professional stone, tile, and grout cleaning by Chem-Dry. Professional tile and grout cleaning is important. It not only protects and preserves your investment in the premium materials in your home, but it also helps maintain the healthfulness of your home.

Mattress Cleaning

Your mattress plays a vital role in your daily life, providing you with the comfort and support needed for a good night’s sleep. However, over time your mattress can accumulate dust, allergens, sweat, and other contaminants. Our professional mattress cleaning service is here to help you enjoy a cleaner, fresher sleeping environment.

With our innovative cleaning process, we can remove deep-seated dirt and odors without using harsh chemicals, leaving your mattress refreshed and revitalized. Trust Chem-Dry to help you sleep more comfortably.

Commercial Cleaning

Businesses across the country and around the world choose Chem-Dry to keep their offices, retail, and commercial spaces clean and healthy. Chem-Dry is the ideal commercial carpet cleaning choice for businesses of all sizes – from small local businesses to multi-location operations and coast-to-coast national accounts.

We deliver a deeper clean that is healthier for your employees and customers without interfering with your business activities. With our continuous innovation, we have developed state-of-the-art equipment and cleaning solutions. As a result, we can deliver a professional cleaning service that provides a deeper clean, allows carpets and upholstery to dry faster, and creates a healthier work environment.

 

Chem-Dry is a professional carpet, upholstery, and speciality cleaning business focused on providing fast-drying, safe, and effective cleaning solutions for homes and commercial spaces. Using a unique hot carbonated extraction process, Chem-Dry removes dirt and deeper-lying contaminants while using significantly less water than traditional methods.

This results in faster drying times, reduced risk of mould or mildew, and a cleaner, healthier environment. Beyond carpets and upholstery, franchisees also offer services such as rug cleaning, mattress cleaning, stain removal, pet odour treatment, tile and stone cleaning, and a variety of protective treatments. The business is built on quality workmanship, excellent customer service, and strong long-term client relationships.

Our carbonated cleaning method leaves our customers’ carpets clean and dry in only 1-2 hours, and our environmentally-friendly cleaning solutions offer a much-needed answer to the health-conscious questions consumers have been asking.

The Difference Between Chem-Dry and Other Carpet Cleaning Methods.

Chem-Dry uses the Natural® Chem-Dry’s patented system uses a unique, hot-carbonating process and a naturally based cleaning solution that is safe and non-toxic. The system employs a combination of heat and carbonation to help breakdown dirt deeply embedded in carpet or upholstery fibres. Millions of tiny effervescent bubbles lift the dirt to the surface, allowing it to be easily cleaned away rather than becoming further embedded into the fabric.

Here’s a clear, professional explanation you can use:


What We Offer When You Purchase a Chem-Dry Franchise

If you choose to invest in a Chem-Dry franchise, you are buying into a well-established, internationally recognised brand with a proven business model and a long track record of success. The opportunity we offer is a complete, ready-to-operate business package designed to support you from day one and position you for long-term growth.

As a Chem-Dry franchisee, you receive:

A protected territory – You gain exclusive rights to operate within a defined geographic area with strong market potential.

A proven business model – Chem-Dry has operated successfully for over four decades, giving you a system built on experience, innovation, and consistent demand for our services.

Comprehensive training – You receive full operational, technical, marketing, and business training to ensure you can confidently run your franchise, even with no prior industry experience.

Ongoing support – We provide continued assistance, including marketing guidance, operational advice, product support, and regular updates to help you grow and stay competitive.

Access to specialised technology and products – You gain exclusive access to Chem-Dry’s advanced cleaning systems, proprietary solutions, and equipment not available anywhere else.

A scalable income opportunity – You can start small and expand into multiple service lines such as carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, tile cleaning, odour removal, and water damage restoration.

A recognised, trusted brand – Chem-Dry has built a reputation for safety, professionalism, and outstanding results, giving you immediate credibility in your local market.


In summary:
We offer you the opportunity to own, operate, and grow a respected service business backed by an established brand, world-class support, and a recession-resistant industry with strong recurring demand.

Here’s a clear, professional profile you can use:


Franchisee Profile
What type of person is best suited to be a Chem-Dry franchisee?

A successful Chem-Dry franchisee is someone who is motivated, hands-on, and committed to delivering excellent service. While no industry experience is required, the ideal franchise owner typically demonstrates the following qualities:

• Strong work ethic – Someone who is willing to put in the effort, manage their team effectively, and maintain high service standards.

• Good people skills – The ability to communicate well with customers, build trust, and create long-term relationships.

• Practical and solution-driven – Chem-Dry is a service business, so being able to think on your feet and handle day-to-day operational challenges is important.

• Organised and reliable – Managing bookings, staff, equipment, and customer expectations requires someone who is structured and dependable.

• Entrepreneurial mindset – A person who takes initiative, is open to new ideas, and is eager to grow their business within a proven system.

• Commitment to quality – Someone who takes pride in their work and understands that consistent, professional service creates repeat customers and referrals.

• Customer-focused attitude – The franchise thrives on reputation and reviews, so a franchisee who values client satisfaction will do well.

• Financially responsible – Not necessarily wealthy, but able to manage cash flow, reinvest wisely, and run the business sustainably.

• Team-oriented – While independent, Chem-Dry franchisees benefit from working collaboratively with the wider network and Head Office.


In short:
The best Chem-Dry franchisees are proactive, service-driven individuals who want to build a stable, reputable business and are prepared to be involved in its daily operation.

Here’s a professional description you can use for “Type of Training Offered” for a Chem-Dry franchise:


Type of Training Offered

Chem-Dry provides comprehensive, hands-on training designed to equip franchisees with the skills and knowledge needed to operate a successful business from day one. Training covers all key aspects of running your franchise, including:

1. Operational Training – Learn how to manage day-to-day business operations, scheduling, staff management, and customer service processes.

2. Technical Training – Gain practical, hands-on experience with Chem-Dry’s proprietary cleaning systems, equipment, and products, including carpets, upholstery, rugs, tile, and specialty cleaning.

3. Marketing & Sales Training – Receive guidance on local marketing, social media strategies, promotions, customer acquisition, and building a strong referral network.

4. Financial Management – Training on managing budgets, cash flow, pricing, invoicing, and reporting to ensure your franchise remains profitable.

5. Health & Safety – Learn the correct handling of equipment and chemicals to comply with safety standards and protect yourself, staff, and clients.

6. Ongoing Support & Refresher Courses – Chem-Dry provides continuous support, mentoring, and refresher training to help franchisees stay current with best practices, new products, and industry trends.

Summary:
Our training program ensures franchisees are fully prepared to deliver exceptional service, operate efficiently, and grow a profitable business with confidence.


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EASTERN CAPE

Coastal – For Sale as a Going Concern
Jeffreys Bay, St Francis Bay, Humansdorp, Oyster Bay, Aston Bay and Surrounding Areas

King Williams Town/Qonce
Qonce, King Williams Town, Bisho, Stutterheim, Pirie Missionm Quzini and surrounds.

Mthatha
Mthatha, Umtata, Southernwood, Fort Gale, Southridge Park, Coffee Bay, Tukela, Canzibe and surrounds.

Looking for a Carpet Cleaning Franchise in the Eastern Cape?
Contact us at franchise@chemdry.co.za or 080 243 6379


Free State

Bethlehem/Ficksburg
Bethlehem, Ficksburg and Harrismith and surrounds..

Maseru
Maseru and surrounds.

Welkom/Odendaalsrus
The entire Goldfields area

Looking for a Carpet Cleaning Franchise in the Free State?
Contact us at franchise@chemdry.co.za or 080 243 6379


Gauteng

Germiston
Germiston, Brenthurst, Gerdview, Rondebult and Malvern East Areas.Mamelodi
Entire Mamelodi and surrounds..

Norwood
Norwood, Glen Hazel, Orange Grove, Sandringham and Waverly Areas

Soweto
Soweto, Bram Fischerville, Eldorado Park, Jabulani, Protea Glen, Diepkloof, Dobsonville, Klipspruit, Meadowlands, Orlando East, Pimville, Zola and surrounds.

Looking for a Carpet Cleaning Franchise in Gauteng?
Contact us at franchise@chemdry.co.za or 080 243 6379


KwaZulu-Natal

Hibiscus
Southbroom, Margate, Uvongo, Port Shepstone and Hibberdene Areas and surrounds.
Newcastle
Blaauwbosch, Charlestown, Dannhauser, Charlestown, Dundee, Glencoe, Ladysmith, Madadeni, Nambiti Game Reserve, oSizweni, Rorkes Drift, Utrecht, Van Reenens Pass, Volksrust, Vryheid, Wakkerstroom and surrounds.

Pinetown
Ashley, Assagay, Athol Heights, Berea West, Berkshire Downs, Beverley Hills, Botha Hill, Chiltern Hills, Cowies Hill, Crestholme, Crestview, Dawncliffe, Dawn Crest, Emberton, Everton, Farningham Ridge, Forest Hills, Gilletts, Glamis Heights, Glen Park, Greyleigh, Highlands, Hillcrest, Kloof, Manor Park, Marian Hill Park, arian Hill Ridge, Mosley Park, Mountain Ridge, New Germany, Padfield Park, Pinelands, Sarnia, The Wolds, Waterfall, Winston Park. and surrounds.

Richards Bay
The greater Richards Bay and immediate surrounding area.

Looking for a Carpet Cleaning Franchise in Kwa-Zulu Natal?
Contact us at franchise@chemdry.co.za or 080 243 6379


Limpopo

Hoedspruit
Hoedspruit, Phalaborwa, Olifants Areas

Looking for a Carpet Cleaning Franchise in Limpopo?
Contact us at franchise@chemdry.co.za or 080 243 6379


Northern Cape

Kimberley
Barkly West, De Aar, Hartswater, Griquatown, Kimberley, Kuruman, Warrenton and surrounds.

Looking for a Carpet Cleaning Franchise in the NorthernCape?
Contact us at franchise@chemdry.co.za or 080 243 6379


Western Cape

Atlantic – For Sale as a Going Concern
Hout Bay, Noordhoek, Simons Town, Llandudno and the Atlantic Seaboard Areas.Peninsula / False Bay – For Sale as a Going Concern
Constantia, Kirstenhof, Muizenberg, Tokai and Wynberg Areas.

Still Bay
Barrydale, Suurbraak, Witsand, Heidelbeg, Still Bay, Albertina, Riversdal and surrounds.

Looking for a Carpet Cleaning Franchise in the Western Cape?
Contact us at franchise@chemdry.co.za or 080 243 6379


Namibia

Walvis Bay
Walvis Bay, Swakopmund and surrounds.

Looking for a Carpet Cleaning Franchise in Namibia?
Contact us at franchise@chemdry.co.za or 080 243 6379

Establishment Cost
278, 000
Upfront Fee
R0.00
Marketing & Advertising Contribution
1,500%
Monthly Royalty Fees
0%
Management Fee
1,750.0%
Total Fees
1,750.0%
Avail funding solutions via bank or government funding?
Yes
Financial Cost

The Chem-Dry Investment Model Results In A Franchise With Tremendous Scalability And Earning Potential.
We believe Chem-Dry is one of the best investments out there. Smart entrepreneurs are locking down available Chem-Dry territories to secure their careers and financial futures. Keep reading for all the info on the Chem-Dry franchise startup costs.

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