Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa, the nation’s largest swimming pool retail, service, and repair franchise, announced today aggressive expansion plans for the greater Dallas area, specifically targeting markets like Fort Worth, Arlington, Irving and others across the metroplex. In addition to the Dallas-Fort Worth region, the brand is looking to further develop its presence in both Houston and San Antonio. To support these efforts, Pinch A Penny is seeking prospective franchisees interested in spearheading the brand’s rapid growth throughout Texas.

Pinch A Penny’s accelerated growth plans for Dallas and beyond are fueled by the tremendous development success the brand has experienced in Texas throughout 2019. Coupled with its ongoing Southeast expansion, year to date, the company has opened four new Texas locations – two in San Antonio, one in Plano and one in Kingwood. To further drive this momentum in Texas, executives from Pinch A Penny will be meeting with qualified candidates at two franchise shows taking place in Houston and Dallas in the next couple of months.

“Pinch A Penny is a need-based business in a high growth segment that combines retail, service/maintenance, and repair, providing our owners with three solid streams of revenue while simultaneously offering our customers with a one-stop-shop for all their pool needs. With several pool-dense communities throughout Texas, there is a massive opportunity for our brand in the state,” said Michael Arrowsmith, Chief Development Officer of Pinch A Penny. “As we position ourselves for accelerated growth, we’re looking to meet with passionate, community-oriented candidates excited to partner with a proven, industry-leading brand.”

To further fuel its growth strategy in Texas, Pinch A Penny will be exhibiting at booth #213 during Franchise Expo Houston, Oct. 4-5 at the George R. Brown Convention Center, located at 1001 Avenida De Las Americas, to meet with prospective franchise owners, as well as at the Dallas Franchise Show, Nov. 8-9.

With more than 250 locations across the Southeastern U.S. and Texas, Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa has developed a reputation for delivering best-in-class customer service and expertise while offering the highest quality in products and supplies. Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa offers customers a one-stop shop for all of their pool and spa supply needs with one of the most complete lines of pool chemicals, maintenance equipment, as well as parts and accessories available anywhere. In addition, Pinch A Penny stores carry games, toys, floats, grills and more.

Pinch A Penny is currently seeking qualified candidates to join its growing brand, including existing pool operators looking to take their businesses to the next level. The company currently has franchise opportunities available in markets throughout Texas and the Southeastern U.S., including Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, Alabama, Louisiana and Mississippi.

 

 

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Pinch A Penny Franchise Owner Lisa Ifland, and her husband, dreamed of owning a family business for some time before realizing the perfect opportunity was literally in their own backyard.

The family had recently installed a swimming pool. “One day we were sitting on the patio by the pool,” Lisa explains. “And I said to my husband, ‘You know, if we had some type of business like this one—I could absolutely handle this.’”

Add the significant market potential in Plano, TX, where a swimming pool is in nearly every backyard, and the decision was made: the Iflands were ready to dive into the swimming pool business. The couple came across Pinch A Penny while exploring different options, and it immediately stood out as a perfect fit.  

Fast forward a few months, and Lisa officially opened their first Pinch A Penny store in April. And the first summer in business proved very successful, without signs of slowing down either. Lisa credits this to a combination of factors, and we believe her path to quickly becoming a top Pinch A Penny Franchise Owner is worth sharing.

Family

“We wanted a business that was in line with our core values,” Lisa says. “One that would allow us to involve our entire family and be our own.” It was in talking with other Pinch A Penny Franchise Owners while first researching the opportunity that Lisa learned many of our locations are family run, beginning with store number one in 1976. 

So, naturally, when Lisa’s location was ready to open, she enlisted her husband and two grown children to help run the store. And while the business’s remaining employees aren’t exactly family, they’re about as close as it gets: Friends of Lisa’s son who also grew up right in front of her. It’s a team Lisa is not surprisingly happy to invest in, and one that’s brought value to the business in multiple ways. “My customers can see that we’re a family, and they love that,” Lisa says. “They love the environment in the store — they can see that we’re close, and it just changes the vibe, you know?”

Patience

Like most first-time Franchise Owners, Lisa learned the commitment it takes to run a business is no small or easy feat. Especially in the beginning, she says, the growing pains are going to be present. “But then every day it got easier and easier and easier,” Lisa says. “And we’re four months in now, and you know, we’re getting everything down.” Lisa’s confidence in the future of her business even has her taking steps in exploring multi-unit franchise ownership with Pinch A Penny.

Passion

“You have to be very passionate about what you’re doing, what you’re learning, and what you’re selling,” Lisa says. For Lisa, this meant learning the business from the ground up, including the service side, and says she couldn’t be happier for it. “I didn’t think it was possible to be a woman and run a business like this and actually do all aspects by yourself,” Lisa says, “but look at me now —the proof is in the pudding.”

Lisa also couldn’t be more pleased with the support system Pinch A Penny put in place. “When you’re opening and starting a new business,” she explains, “I wanted a family business, but I also wanted a business that had a proven track record and would lay the groundwork for us to grow this company to be successful. Pinch A Penny provided that.”

 

 

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Pinch A Penny was recently named a top franchise by Franchise Business Review in its 2019 Top Franchises for Women Report. Pinch A Penny is the nation’s largest swimming pool retail, service, and repair franchise with more than 250 locations across the Southeastern U.S. and Texas. The brand has developed a reputation for delivering best-in-class customer service and expertise while offering the highest quality in products and supplies. The company offers customers a one-stop-shop for all of their pool and spa supply needs with one of the most complete lines of pool chemicals, maintenance equipment, as well as parts and accessories available anywhere. In addition, Pinch A Penny stores carry games, toys, floats, grills and more.

Franchise Business Review, a franchise market research firm that performs independent surveys of franchisee satisfaction, provides the only rankings of franchises based solely on actual franchisee satisfaction and performance. Franchise Business Review publishes its rankings of top franchises in its annual Guide to Today’s Top Franchises, as well as in quarterly reports throughout the year that rank the top franchises in specific sectors.

Pinch A Penny was among more than 265 franchise brands, representing nearly 8,800 female franchise owners, that participated in Franchise Business Review’s research on the Top Franchises for Women. Pinch A Penny’s franchisees were surveyed on 33 benchmark questions about their experience and satisfaction regarding critical areas of their franchise systems, including leadership, training & support, financial opportunity, and work/life balance.

“The franchise industry provides many options to women seeking business ownership on a full- or part-time basis in multiple sectors,” says Michelle Rowan, President and COO of Franchise Business Review. “The number of franchise opportunities can be overwhelming, so it’s critical to examine feedback from other female franchise owners on how well the franchise meets their expectations in terms of support, work/life balance, financial opportunity, and other key areas of business ownership. When you look at the brands on our list, a whopping 90% of women said they enjoyed owning and operating their own business.”

Pinch A Penny’s survey data showed the following:

• 92% of female franchisees surveyed say they would recommend Pinch A Penny to others.
• 91.8% of female franchisees surveyed say they respect Pinch A Penny’s leadership and the brand as a whole.
• 90.4% of female franchisees surveyed say they enjoy being a part of Pinch A Penny.
• 90.1% of female franchisees surveyed say they believe Pinch A Penny acts with a high level of honesty and integrity.
• 88.7% of female franchisees surveyed say they trust Pinch A Penny as a franchisor.

“At Pinch A Penny, we have no glass ceiling to break through and offer our owners a viable path to entrepreneurship, where they can be as successful as they want to be; it’s what makes franchising so great and it’s one of the things we’re most proud of as a company. Additionally, because our stores operate within daytime hours, many of our owners are able to achieve a work-life balance that so many business owners struggle to find,” said Adam Heflin, Director of Franchise Development of Pinch A Penny. “We’re honored to be recognized by Franchise Business Review again, especially for a list like this one that showcases the diversity of our system and the satisfaction among our female owners.” Visit FranchiseBusinessReview.com to see the full list of 2019 Top Franchises

 

 

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Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa, the nation’s largest swimming pool retail, service, and repair franchise, announced that is has teamed up with three-time Olympic gold medalist, Rowdy Gaines, to launch its nationwide charitable giving initiative called “Be The Splash.” The initiative, which officially kicked off earlier this year, aims to promote swim safety for children, as well as the fitness and competitive components for high school students, special needs athletes, and older active adults.

“I’ve been swimming for most of my life, and after retiring my competitive career, I turned my passion into my purpose, dedicated to sharing my swim expertise with parents, coaches, and youths from all around the world,” said Rowdy Gaines. “Parterning with a leading swimming pool company like Pinch A Penny – especially one headquartered in my home state of Florida – there was a natural synergy in our shared mission of teaching swimming’s many benefits, as well as the importance of swim safety. I’m very excited to help the company kick off this initiative and continue it for many years to come.”

As part of the overall initiative, Pinch A Penny has partnered with various local organizations throughout Florida and Texas, including local high school swimming and diving teams, Special Olympics chapters, and Rowdy Gaines’ annual Masters Classic. Additionally, the brand was a gold sponsor of this year’s World’s Largest Swimming Lesson, a global event supported by aquatic facilities, waterparks, pools, swim schools, YMCAs, etc. to build awareness about the importance of teaching children to swim to prevent drowning. This year’s event took place on June 20, marking its 10^th year, and took place at hundreds of locations in more than 20 countries on five continents over a 24-hour period.

“Each of our stores is locally owned and operated, and with our franchise owners actively involved in their local communities, it’s equally important for us as a company to help residents enjoy the time they spend in the pool. A huge component of that is swim safety, which is why we partner with organizations that help to promote and educate its importance,” said Troy Lindbeck, Vice President of Marketing for Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa. “We’re incredibly proud to support our charity partners this year and help them spread the word about a cause so close to our hearts.”

In addition to promoting swim safety, Pinch A Penny partners with various military and veterans organizations in the communities it serves. Each year, the company is an official sponsor of the Valspar Championship where it hosts an appreciation suite for active and retired service members and their families and features complimentary food and refreshments.

With more than 250 locations across the Southeastern U.S. and Texas, Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa has developed a reputation for delivering best-in-class customer service and expertise while offering the highest quality in products and supplies. Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa offers customers a one-stop-shop for all of their pool and spa supply needs with one of the most complete lines of pool chemicals, maintenance equipment, as well as parts and accessories available anywhere. In addition, Pinch A Penny stores carry games, toys, floats, grills, and more.

 

 

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Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa, the nation’s largest swimming pool retail, service, and repair franchise, announced today the opening of its newest franchise location in San Antonio, Texas, located at 18415 Blanco Road, Suite 109. The brand made its debut in San Antonio earlier this year, and the opening of its second location in the market just a few months later is fueled by Pinch A Penny’s aggressive expansion plans. In addition to its growth in San Antonio, Pinch A Penny has rapidly expanded its presence throughout Texas, opening four new locations in the state this year alone.

“Pinch A Penny’s expansion in Texas has been and will continue to be a priority for our brand, and the strong performance of our openings in Texas this year is a direct reflection of how our brand has resonated with the Texas community,” said Michael Arrowsmith, Chief Development Officer of Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa. “Our targeted efforts have been paired with active endeavors to seek qualified franchise partners in the area, including our presence at Houston’s Franchise Show last month. As one of the most established and recognized names in the retail and pool industries today, we have continuously attracted quality franchise partners in Texas who see the immense potential for our brand in the region and are looking to be a part of our explosive growth.”

The newest San Antonio Pinch A Penny store will be owned and operated by first-time franchisee, Phil Ott.  As the former District Vice President for the YMCA, Phil plans to utilize his leadership experience within his new store to embark on his journey as a franchise partner.

“When looking to pursue owning a business of my own, it was important for me to find a brand that would provide me with copious amounts of support and opportunity. I was attracted to Pinch A Penny’s proven practices in the pool retail and service business and their track record of success in Texas,” said Phil Ott, owner of Pinch A Penny San Antonio. “Pinch A Penny shares my values of community commitment and being family-oriented, and with a trusted brand like Pinch A Penny backing my development, my family is confidently looking forward to continuing the company’s legacy in our local community.”

Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa of San Antonio will serve customers Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information on the new San Antonio store, call 210-447-7779 or visit https://pinchapenny.com/stores/san-antonio-tx-255.

With more than 250 locations across the Southeastern U.S. and Texas, Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa has developed a reputation for delivering best-in-class customer service and expertise while offering the highest quality in products and supplies. Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa offers customers a one-stop-shop for all of their pool and spa supply needs with one of the most complete lines of pool chemicals, maintenance equipment, as well as parts and accessories available anywhere. In addition, Pinch A Penny stores carry games, toys, floats, grills and more.

Pinch A Penny is currently seeking qualified candidates to join its growing brand, including existing pool operators looking to take their businesses to the next level. The company currently has franchise opportunities available in markets throughout Texas and the Southeastern U.S., including Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi.

 

 

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At the recently held Inaugural Franchise Innovation Awards, Pinch A Penny, America’s largest Pool Maintenance Franchise company, took home first place in the ‘Most Innovative Use of Consumer-Facing Digital Tools’ category. 

Pinch A Penny’s mobile app was one of nearly 100 entries reviewed by a panel of nine judges. Winners were selected based on an entry’s objective and ability to achieve solutions or improvements through innovation.

The honor was given for Pinch A Penny’s new user-friendly mobile app, which launched earlier this year. The app was designed with goals to ease pool care for customers and streamline communications with store owners and staff.

The innovative digital tool features services that include water testing and analysis, scheduled maintenance reminders, and the option to text, call or email a store for immediate assistance.

And in an era where technology and transparency are increasingly important for any Franchise Business, the Pinch A Penny mobile app has proven to be a powerful player in both arenas.

The app’s ability to bring an enhanced overall customer experience has, not surprisingly, led to an uptick in sales and revenue among Franchise Owners. Since its debut, there continues to be an increase in average retail transactions and in general in-store engagement.

The Franchise Innovation Awards were introduced this year by Franchise Media Update, with a goal to “identify and recognize the franchise brands that are creating and implementing the most original and successful innovation strategies and tactics in the U.S.”

See the complete list of Franchise Businesses named winners at the 1st Annual Franchise Innovation Awards here.

 

 

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Susan and Chip Campbell used to help others plan for their retirement. But after spending years working for someone else, they decided it was time to plan out their own future. They ultimately chose to become Pinch A Penny Franchise Owners, and after 20 years with us, they now own two locations in Sarasota and Lakeland, FL.

Recently the Campbells received Pinch A Penny’s 2019 Founder’s Award, recognizing them for their years of accomplishments. Their stores are some of the highest volume locations in Pinch A Penny’s system.

The Campbells credit their success to the support they receive from Pinch A Penny.

“We have the phone numbers of all the C-suite leaders, and we know that they will take our calls anytime. The support staff is amazing. They help us in buying and negotiating pricing, product support, logistics, you name it,” Chip said.

Susan agrees.

“Being Pinch A Penny Franchise Owners is like having your cake and eating it, too. You can run your business based on your values, and you have the strength of the Corporate Team behind you.”

Asked about what inspires them every day, both agree that it’s a simple matter of doing everything possible to keep their customers happy.

“We find the right people to work for us. And then we treat our customers with respect, said Susan.

 

 

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The Pinch A Penny Pool, Patio, and Spa franchise is aimed at a niche-market, rather than mass-market, customer. And yet, our swimming pool service and retail model still thrives in what Franchise Chatter calls the “retail apocalypse” brought on by online retailers. In a recent article, Franchise Chatter talked with Pinch A Penny’s Chief Development Officer, Michael Arrowsmith, about how Pinch A Penny stays in the game and continues to be such a compelling franchise opportunity.

For over 40 years, Pinch A Penny’s pool maintenance franchise has experienced success and positive growth. In 2018, it signed 30 franchise agreements, opened 10 new locations, and expanded into two new markets. We also completed another successful year of same-store sales growth in our existing locations. We have been ranked in the 2019 Entrepreneur Franchise 500, Franchise Times’ Top 200, and Franchise Business Review’s 2018 Franchisee Satisfaction.

So how does Pinch A Penny maintain its positive growth while the retail market has drastically changed? Arrowsmith chalks it up to the power of expertise.

“Customers come to us because they’re looking to consult fully trained experts in water chemistry and swimming pool care. We focus on being the best experts in our field.”

Arrowsmith points out another competitive advantage for Pinch A Penny.

“Each of our stores is locally owned and operated, which is powerful for a brand like ours. We believe a local owner running their business is much better for customer service. Our owners are actual neighbors of our customers, and very visible and active within their local communities.”

On top of that, when customers come to a Pinch A Penny store, they’re gaining access to one of the most complete lines of best-in-class pool chemicals, maintenance equipment, parts and accessories available anywhere, as well as a vast inventory of games, toys, floats, grills, and more.

Product knowledge. Expert advice. A local feel. And one-stop shopping to help customers make their backyards the best in town. It’s what makes Pinch A Penny a great store to visit, and one of the best franchises to own. 

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With stiff competition from the e-commerce world, why would anyone bother with a brick-and-mortar store? Pinch A Penny knows the answer, which was highlighted in AQUA magazine recently.

It is because our successful pool franchise provides the kind of customer service and problem-solving online retailers like Amazon simply cannot offer.

Rather than scrolling through pages of online information, our customers would much rather get back to enjoying their pool. So, Pinch A Penny’s employees deliver. When customers walk into any of our franchise stores, they can instantly rely on confident assistance from the Pinch A Penny staff.

“Our focus is to provide as many of the products and services a pool or spa owner might need, at a fair price, in a clean and convenient manner, and to make sure the people charged with the responsibility of serving the customers do so with knowledge, friendliness, and integrity,” said John Thomas, President of Pinch A Penny.

When it comes to water chemistry, pool installation, and overall pool maintenance, the swimming pool service side of Pinch A Penny shines as well. When we deliver excellent customer service, share our expertise, and foster the personal relationships developed with our customers, it helps keep our customers loyal to our brand.

 

 

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Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa, the nation’s largest swimming pool retail, service, and repair franchise, announced today the opening of its newest franchised location in Mandeville, Louisiana, located at 4350 Highway 22. Throughout 2019, Pinch A Penny has accelerated its growth in the Southeast, with a focus on deepening its brand presence in key markets across the region, including Louisiana. The opening of the new Mandeville store showcases the success of these efforts and reinforces the brand’s consistent growth is a direct result of increased demand for specialty retail and services in these markets.

“The opening of our newest Louisiana location is a testament to the goal we’ve set for our brand, which is to continue driving our development efforts across the Southeast, including breaking into new markets like Mandeville,” said Michael Arrowsmith, Chief Development Officer of Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa. “Pinch A Penny is the only U.S.-based swimming pool franchise that offers owners three solid streams of revenue, combining retail and a wide range of services and repairs. That, coupled with our more than 40 years of expertise and 250+ locations, continues to attract best-in-class franchisees like the Coles to our brand.”

The new Mandeville store will be owned and operated by first-time franchisees Tammi and Sam Cole, who join Pinch A Penny with diverse backgrounds in elementary education and sports marketing. Ready to begin a new chapter of life, the two sought out a partnership with Pinch A Penny realizing the company’s reliable brand recognition and supportive franchise system.

“When we decided to pursue opportunities in franchising, Sam and I were looking to partner with a brand that aligned with our family-centered values and could provide us with high-level support as we navigated becoming first-time franchise owners,” said Tammi Cole, owner of Pinch A Penny Mandeville. “As Florida natives, we were already familiar with Pinch A Penny given its strong presence in our home state, and have seen first-hand the exceptional value the brand offers to consumers from both a retail and service perspective. When we moved to Louisiana, we realized that our community was lacking a trusted source for pool expertise, and are thrilled to be opening a Pinch A Penny of our own and providing a one-stop shop for high-quality products, services and customer experience.”

Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa of Mandeville will serve customers Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more information on the new Mandeville store, call 985-778-0645 or visit https://pinchapenny.com/stores/mandeville-la-254.

With more than 250 locations across the Southeastern U.S. and Texas, Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa has developed a reputation for delivering best-in-class customer service and expertise while offering the highest quality in products and supplies. Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa offers customers a one-stop shop for all of their pool and spa supply needs with one of the most complete lines of pool chemicals, maintenance equipment, as well as parts and accessories available anywhere. In addition, Pinch A Penny stores carry games, toys, floats, grills and more.

Pinch A Penny is currently seeking qualified candidates to join its growing brand, including existing pool operators looking to take their businesses to the next level. The company currently has franchise opportunities available in markets throughout Texas and the Southeastern U.S., including Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, Alabama, Louisiana, and Mississippi. For more information about franchising opportunities with Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa, fill out the form below.

 

 

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