Archadeck

The right franchise opportunity for people who love the great outdoors.

Archadeck is the world's oldest and largest designer and builder of custom decks, screened porches, open porches, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces and other outdoor living spaces. Archadeck has completed over $0.5 billion in projects for over 75,000 clients since 1980. Archadeck provides rigorous training, a proven sales methodology, in-depth franchise support and marketing systems that enable our franchisees to sell, design and install professional outdoor living environments - with unparalleled service and attention to detail.

Archadeck is a strong choice for franchise candidates seeking a home-based business with few employees, low overhead, design creativity and great growth potential. No construction experience is required for this design and project management business.

Expert guidance to help you hit the ground running.

New franchisees attend our four-week classroom and field-training program at our Richmond, Virginia, Training Center. Training is led by our VP of Franchise Support for Archadeck, but includes participation from most of the senior leadership team. Training is provided in all aspects of the business including (1) marketing and advertising; (2) sales methodology; (3) project design; (4) technology - SoftPlan (CAD-based design software), Business Manager (proprietary pricing software), and QuickBooks; (5) business and office administration systems; (6) construction basics; and (7) production management. In addition, up to a week of field training is provided in the first year at franchisee's location and regular weekly webinars provide franchisees with ongoing training for themselves and/or new employees.