The Home Improvement phenomenon has reached an all time high. The industry is experiencing 10 percent annual growth with a projected $263 billion spent on remodeling in 2004 alone. In response, entrepreneurs seeking a lucrative investment opportunity are flocking to established Franchise concepts focused on home improvement, such as Kitchen Solvers.

The Kitchen Solvers® concept started in 1982 as a simple solution to complex renovation projects, upgrading tired and outdated kitchens through the quick and easy method of refacing cabinets. Customers immediately responded, saving time and money while increasing the value and beauty of a home. More than 20 years and 140 franchise locations later, the company is spearheading a new era of growth to meet consumer demand with cutting edge technology, and plans to open 20 Franchises each year for the next five years.

“Home remodeling expenditures are up 31 percent since 2000, and there has never been a better time to own a Kitchen Solvers franchise,” said Gerald Baldner, CEO and founder of Kitchen Solvers, who started the company with his wife Betty. “We have successfully remodeled more than 25,000 kitchens across the U.S. and Canada , and are providing more support than ever to our clients and franchise owners,” added Baldner, who developed the Kitchen Solvers concept after working for more than 15 years as a social worker and teacher in the education field.

Online Kitchen Design
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 on www.kitchensolvers.com, customers create their ideal space, receive a free quote for their selections, and get information about the nearest Kitchen Solvers franchise.

Since, selling their first franchise in 1984, Kitchen Solvers has established itself as a leading home remodeling franchise. After taking a conservative approach to growth during the late 1980s, the business took off in the 1990s as the home improvement and remodeling boom began to sweep the nation. To meet increasing consumer demand and provide added levels of service, the company expanded their product offerings. Today, Kitchen Solvers offers new pre-built cabinets, solid surface counters, glueless laminate flooring and closet organizing systems in addition to their “bread and butter” line of cabinet refacing products, giving franchise owners the ability to broaden their customer base and facilitate repeat business from existing customers.

A Family Affair
Gerald and Betty Baldner’s son Jason is leading the company into a new growth phase, implementing cutting-edge technology to enhance service and communication to franchise owners and customers nationwide. Jason earned the title of president in 2003 after working his way up through the company for nine years, experiencing all aspects of the business from operations to marketing.

“I relish the opportunity to help others reach their dreams and be successful,” said Jason Baldner, 29. “I take a measure of personal satisfaction knowing that we are helping people establish long-term careers that also afford the flexibility to spend time with family and loved ones.”

With a minimum $40,000 investment, Kitchen Solvers offers an affordable and flexible Franchise Opportunity with excellent ROI potential in a high growth industry. Kitchen Solvers provides franchisees with training and ongoing marketing, technology and operations support in all areas of the business to ensure long-term success. Each new franchise owner also receives a laptop computer upon enrollment that comes loaded with “20-20 Design Kitchen and Bath Design Software,” the world’s leading interior design software, as well as suggested sales presentations, price calculation work sheets and other time-saving programs to maximize productivity and customer service.

According to Gerald Baldner, it is not necessary for entrepreneurs to have previous experience in the home improvement industry to succeed as a Kitchen Solvers franchisee. “Our franchise owners come from diverse backgrounds, but they share strong people skills, creativity and the desire to succeed. We provide our franchisees with the tools necessary to thrive in this business. Our franchisee support, combined with our unique industry niche and the growing demand for our services, are the keys to our success.”

About Kitchen Solvers
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 .