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Franchise FAQs
LGI Industrial & Construction Supplies™ Inc. has a strong competitive edge in that the management team has over 50 years combined
experience in the industrial & construction supply industry and the franchise industry. Our franchisees will learn from the best and be the
most up-to-date and best trained in the industry. We are here to help you along your path to success.
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A. Finding a suitable location for your franchise operation, build out, and taking care of all
matters could probably happen as soon as one month from the time of signing, however three months is a more reasonable time frame.
A. LGI has a qualified team of individuals who will supply the signage, counters and a few other items.
While we can offer our expertise, flooring, painting and shelving can be worked out with the franchisee.
 Click Here for Brochure. A. 1500 - 3000sq/ft is sufficient to start. Locations within an industrial park will be the standard
as they are closest to our customers and the rents are usually more reasonable.
A. You will initiate most of your sales from outside sales calls. This is a relationship business
where we must show value to other businesses by being a trusted part of their supply chain. The greatest percentage of our business
will come from these market sectors; commercial construction, institutional, government & military and manufacturing companies. The
strength of our relationship with these accounts along with the value we provide will allow for strong repeat sales.
A. Initial start up training will be for 5 days at our flagship Maple Ridge Store. Ongoing support will be provided to
help ensure your success.
A. Your franchise operation can get operate with only two people to start and if you will be working
within your business one of those two people should be yourself. Usually a third person can be added within the first year.
A. Your franchise will usually only need one vehicle to start. This is dependent upon whether
the new operation will be starting with any significant business or not. To help reduce costs and increase contact with your
customers it is recommended that the owner and or branch manager use their work truck for deliveries.
A. Shipping to the store from LGI International will be at your franchised store's expense. We usually
ship on a weekly basis to our franchised stores. We have strongly discounted rates with shipping supply partners for express shipments,
as well as LTL shipments, anywhere in Canada. Further savings will be recognized by your business by consolidation of your supply sources.
Vendor consolidation reduces costs associated with shipping, requisition, purchasing, and accounts payable time, allowing the people
within your franchise operation to remain sales focussed.
A. Start up inventory is dependent on the market requirements and any business you may have to start your
franchise operation. While we will offer our suggestions, the precise product mix and the specific amounts of inventory is to be worked
out between LGI International and you. We estimate starting inventory to be $25K - $30K
A. Territories are dependent on the region and can be negotiated with the franchisee.
If you are interested this amazing opportunity please call or complete the following form.
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