Yes. We view our tiers as a success path. You can launch lean with the GO model to get a feel for the industry, and as your customer base and ambition grow, you can transition into a Foundation or Enterprise model.

Like any small business ownership, finding your own customers is a very important part of the Green Acres model. We provide marketing tools and support to help you get noticed in your local community, access to printed materials to distribute in your target areas, all while the Green Acres brand and our national marketing engine does the heavy lifting providing a steady stream of customer leads.

Yes! Our FOUNDATION model is the strategic sweet spot for couples or business partnerships where you both intend to work in the business. It allows you to expand your customer base through efficiencies and scale. We have many successful partnership business owners, and we’d be happy to connect you with them for a chat about how it might work for you.

Yes. We can assist buyers with all the major banks and lenders. We partner with MTF Finance for easier access to finance, including business loans, equipment and vehicle loans. Vendor Finance options may also be available for the right buyer. Terms and conditions apply.

The start-up costs for a Green Acres franchise is from $36,000 depending on the level of income you would like and the type of franchise you want to buy. Included in this cost is a fully comprehensive equipment pack, as well as three weeks of professional training which allows you to start your franchise with confidence from day one.

In addition to the above start-up cost, you will need to buy a suitable vehicle for your franchise.

To get you fully up and running, you'll be provided with an equipment package which we have compiled based on over 20 years of experience and success in the industry.

The package will provide you with all the tools of the trade – from uniforms, vehicle signage, safety equipment and marketing collateral through to your accounting and job management software. In short, everything you need to start your franchise from day one! Note - this does not include your vehicle and your job equipment (lawn mowing or cleaning equipment)

As much as you want!

You get to choose what level of income you want to start your Green Acres franchise with. But there's no need to stop there – you can make even more money depending on your desire and motivation without being penalised for doing so!

Term? What term? We know things change unexpectedly, so we don't have a fixed term on our commercial cleaning agreements. Other terms and conditions can be found under the Things you need to know section

The Green Acres turnover guarantee ensures a level of gross weekly turnover for the first two years of your business, a joint responsibility where Green Acres helps acquire new customers, and you maintain high standards of service and availability as outlined in your franchise agreement.

Our comprehensive training, ongoing support and award-winning systems remove the need for experience.
All you'll need is a good attitude and work ethic along with the desire to own your own business and be in charge of your life. With those traits, you're already well on your way to being a successful Green Acres business owner.

Green Acres is the most recognised Home and Commercial Services brand in New Zealand. Here are four key reasons why the Green Acres franchise system has grown to be so successful:

1. Fixed fees

The weekly royalty paid weekly by our franchisees are fixed. There's no uncertainty over outgoing payments and no penalties for earning more money in a given week. Note that there is a variable Brand Levy which is 2% of turnover.

2. We give you the power to be your own boss and truly run your own business

With comprehensive training and ongoing support, our franchisees:

Quote jobs for customers and deal directly with them for all their service needs.
Issue invoices for all jobs and receive payment straight into their own bank accounts (not ours).
Take care of their own tax returns and GST payments, are responsible for all their business expenses and ongoing financial management of their business.

3. 21st century technology

Our award-winning franchise system is managed electronically, eliminating paper trails and saving our franchisees hundreds of dollars each year. Jobs are received, quoted and invoiced electronically, meaning no unnecessary printing, postage and no long hours filing! 

4. Big brand Alliance Partners

We've aligned ourselves with some of the most recognised and trusted brands in New Zealand, giving you the power to access services and products at the right price. Our Alliance Partners include STIHL, The Service Company, One NZ, MTF, Xero, Z Energy and Target Insurance.