JUNKCO+ Franchise

Junkco+ International LLC was formed in January 2024 and began offering franchises in February 2024. The company is based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and its parent is BELFOR Franchise Group. The operating background predates the franchise program: the affiliated Junkco, LLC had operated a similar business since 2018, and Junkco North America acquired its assets in December 2023.

The franchise provides junk removal services under the JUNKCO+ name, using approved vehicles, equipment, business procedures and local marketing. A standard territory contains 450,000–550,000 people, with additional population available under the franchise’s fee structure. An owner may operate from home or from approved industrial or commercial space within the territory. The location must accommodate the needs of the operation, including vehicle storage, and the owner is responsible for selecting and securing it.

The 2026 investment estimate for a standard franchise is $227,760–$337,760. The base franchise fee is $55,000, with the investment schedule allowing up to $65,000 for additional territory population. A separate $19,000 initial package includes branded materials, marketing items, supplies and a convention allowance. Vehicles account for $116,000–$127,000 of the estimate. Conversion franchises for qualifying existing junk removal businesses have a separate investment schedule and fee arrangement.

Training begins with JumpStart, a preparation program generally taking six to eight weeks at the owner’s pace. Most activities take place in the owner’s hometown with guidance from the training team, manuals and online modules. The work includes a financial plan, territory review, insurance, permits, vehicles and initial advertising. JumpStart must be completed within two months of signing and before attending initial training or opening the business.

Initial training takes place in Ann Arbor, Michigan, or another designated location and lasts up to five days. It covers the operating workflow, equipment maintenance and use, safety, marketing, sales techniques, financial management, hiring and retention, software and reporting. The managing owner or approved designated manager must complete it successfully. The program is included for up to two people, while attendees pay their travel, living expenses and applicable employee wages.

Owners receive operating manuals and system standards, the initial package and a business telephone number. Ongoing guidance, as the franchisor determines necessary, addresses services, supplies, marketing, daily operations and accounting, alongside support for required franchise management software. QuickBooks Online is the designated accounting software. Local business development includes networking and partner relationships, and owners must belong to at least one community or business organization. Refresher training and conventions form part of the continuing training obligations.

JUNKCO+ offers a focused service model with a defined preparation process. The combination of JumpStart activities and practical initial training connects business planning with the equipment, safety and customer-facing work needed to launch a local junk removal operation. Owners can develop both residential and commercial relationships while using the brand’s operating standards and marketing framework.

The option to use an approved home base gives owners a choice in how they organize administration and storage, while the commercial-location option accommodates different local circumstances. The model also gives existing junk removal operators a separate conversion path into the franchise system. BELFOR Franchise Group ownership connects JUNKCO+ with an organization that supports several service franchise brands.

Daily ownership involves organizing people and vehicles, building referral relationships and maintaining a consistent customer experience. The managing owner or approved designated manager must work full time in the business. Each operating truck needs a driver and navigator, and the startup estimate’s lower staffing allowance assumes the managing owner performs one of those roles. This makes the opportunity particularly relevant to someone seeking active operational responsibility and a local team to lead.

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