KITCHEN SOLVERS TARGETS PHOENIX AREA FOR REGIONAL EXPANSION

Kitchen Solvers, a full-service kitchen and bath remodeling franchise, has announced it is targeting Phoenix and surrounding metropolitan areas for expansion.  Company plans call for eight Franchises to open by the end of 2006 within a 300 mile radius of Phoenix in major markets throughout Arizona, California, Nevada, New Mexico, Texas and Utah . 

“There has never been a better time for entrepreneurs to join an established, respected company in the multi-billion dollar Home Improvement and remodeling industry,” said Kitchen Solvers president Jason Baldner.  “The Kitchen Solvers proven business model, outstanding Franchise support system and continuous technology advancements offer a successful business venture that helps homeowners realize their dream homes on any budget.”

The announcement of the expansion throughout the region is part of Kitchen Solvers’ strategic plan to create and build a strong presence in prime locations throughout the United States .  Baldner further noted that Kitchen Solvers plans to open 18 new franchises by the end of 2005.  Last year Kitchen Solvers added 10 new franchise outlets.  Currently, there are 140 locations in the United States and Canada . 

As part of the comprehensive franchise support system, each Kitchen Solvers franchise owner gets a laptop computer loaded with 20/20 Kitchen and Bath design software, suggested sales presentations, price calculation work sheets and other time-saving programs.  With 20/20, franchise owners can create plans, elevations, reports and renderings utilizing approved suppliers’ catalogs specifically designed for the software.  Customers can easily see prices and their design ideas in the highest level of photo-realism available in the industry.  They can also demonstrate the flow of the room and design with a virtual presentation.  Changes in design elements, finishes and materials can be made in any view and are instantly reflected in all other views and reports. 

With KitchenNet, franchise owners have the resources to facilitate better communication with customers and help make more efficient use of time.  Franchise owners can even use KitchenNet to establish a web site for their specific franchise operation, providing another means to introduce Kitchen Solvers to customers. 

Kitchen Solvers’ online program “Your Kitchen Design” allows customers to select all the components of their dream kitchen, from door design and wood stain to hardware and countertops.  With a few clicks of a mouse, customers create their ideal space, receive a free quote for their selections, and get information about the nearest Kitchen Solvers franchise.  

About Kitchen Solvers
Based in LaCrosse, Wisconsin, Kitchen Solvers is a full-service kitchen and bath remodeling franchise specializing in cabinet refacing, new cabinets, solid surface countertops, glueless laminate flooring, bath liners and wall surrounds, and closet organizers.  Entrepreneur magazine ranked Kitchen Solvers number 224 on their Top 500 franchise list in 2004, up 49 positions from 2003.  Kitchen Solvers has 140 franchise locations in 32 U.S. states and Canada.