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About The Flying Locksmiths

The Flying Locksmiths have been installing confidence since 1946. Dedication to customer service, commitment to quality workmanship and a passion for identifying the newest industry technology – have been the pillars of TFL’s success during those 70 years.

As Physical Security Specialists, not just locksmiths, our technicians are well versed in a large array of commercial security work. While each technician is equipped, trained and capable of rekeying locks and installing them – they can offer far more.

IF IT’S ON A DOOR, WE HANDLE IT.

Our highly skilled locksmiths will install locks, cameras, access control systems, door hardware or even completely new doors and frames! Our teams work on the entire opening to ensure that all components of your security system are properly spec’d, installed, aligned and coordinated. It was clear, that with multiple companies dealing with different aspects of that opening, things could easily go awry.

TFL OFFERS A COMPLETE PHYSICAL SECURITY PACKAGE.

The security of your home or business is what our business is all about. It’s absolutely imperative to us, that when TFL is assigned the task of protecting you and your assets, it be taken seriously and implemented with laser-like focus and a keen attention to detail. Truly, when it comes to excellent physical security, there is absolutely no room for error.

This is why TFL relies on centuries of combined technical experience, decades of business acumen and the newest technological advancements to ensure that when you entrust you physical security to our team – the entire opening is executed flawlessly.

FRANCHISE INFORMATION

The Flying Locksmiths (TFL) is a white collar business management franchise opportunity in an industry that has been fragmented for decades with “Mom & Pop” operators. Our only national competitor is the franchise Pop-A-Lock, and they are nearly sold out in the US.

We pride ourselves in our ability to provide incredibly fast service throughout our service areas, while maintaining a friendly-family like atmosphere in our call center and on every job-sites. Professionalism, a characteristic that is not always common inside the locksmith industry, is key (no pun intended) to our success and growth. For that reason, we partner with only the most professional, reliable, honest and customer serviced focused National partners.

The Flying Locksmiths Inc, is an all-inclusive security provider, which means that TFL encompasses a range of services including simple locks and keys, all the way to CCTV solutions, full door replacements, panic devices, door closers and fully integrated access control systems.

We have a large array of National partners that assist our franchises with everything from the up-fitting and setup of our unique and highly recognizable service vans (Enterprise Fleet Management), to product manufactures that specifically work with TFL as the “installation arm” of what they offer. TFL is unique in the fact that we are a united National network of security product installers, that can easily vet new products in the market and help deliver them to consumers.

Company Founded

1984

Current Leadership

Barry L. McMenimon, CEO

Started Franchising

2015 (6 years)

Total Number of Units

91 (as of 2020)

Part-Time / Full-Time

Full Time

How Much Does It Cost To Open A The Flying Locksmiths Franchise?

There are several costs associated with opening a The Flying Locksmiths franchise. There is typically a franchise fee set by the franchisor, which covers the costs of opening a franchise location. Some other commons fees include equipment fees, marketing fees, licensing fees, insurance, and taxes, to name a few.

Some franchises may have a weekly fee that the franchisee pays for operating a The Flying Locksmiths franchise. The weekly fee for opening a The Flying Locksmiths franchise is Royalty Fee Is Due Between The 8Th And 10Th Days Of Each Month.

The full breakdown of these fees can be found in the Financial Disclosure Document (FDD) provided to franchisees by the franchisor. The FDD report will contain additional information such as whether the franchise is renewable (The Flying Locksmiths Is Renewable) and does the franchise offer financing support (The Flying Locksmiths The Flying Locksmiths has relationships with third-party sources which offer financing to cover the following: franchise fee, startup costs, equipment, inventory, accounts receivable, payroll).

The Flying Locksmiths Company Details

Here are some additional details about The Flying Locksmiths.

Parent Company TFL Franchise Systems LLC
Initial Investment $75,000 - $300,000
Net Worth Requirement $200,000
Veteran Incentives 5% off franchise fee
Royalty Fee 8%
Cash Requirement $100,000
Term of Agreement 10 years
Absentee Ownership No
Run from Home No
Part Time No

Training and Support Offered By The Flying Locksmiths

The Flying Locksmiths offers several support options to its franchisees. With 91 (as of 2020) units, The Flying Locksmiths aims to provide support to each franchise owner to help them operate a successful franchise location. The Flying Locksmiths offers 24 hours on the job training, 38 hours classroom training, and Ongoing mentoring additional training.

Training and Support Offered

Here are the support options offered by The Flying Locksmiths.

On-The-Job Training 24 hours
Classroom Training 38 hours
Additional Training Ongoing mentoring
Ongoing Support
  • Purchasing Co-ops
  • Newsletter
  • Meetings & Conventions
  • Toll-Free Line
  • Grand Opening
  • Online Support
  • Security & Safety Procedures
  • Field Operations
  • Proprietary Software
  • Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing Support
  • Co-op Advertising
  • Ad Templates
  • Social Media
  • SEO
  • Website Development
  • Email Marketing
Estimated Revenue $1M to $10M
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