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Turning Trash Cans Into Cash With This Recurring Revenue Franchise Model
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Episode 140: What if one of the best franchise opportunities started with a dirty trash can?
Most people see a messy garbage bin as an unpleasant chore. Ethan Hardinger saw a recurring revenue business with massive franchise potential. In this episode, Cliff sits down with the founder of Bubble Binz to explore how an overlooked service became a technology-driven, subscription-based franchise that's changing the way entrepreneurs think about home services.
In this episode, you'll discover:
- Why recurring revenue and route density make this a highly scalable franchise model.
- How technology and operational efficiency transformed a simple idea into a thriving business.
- What aspiring franchise owners can learn about building a resilient, AI-resistant business from the ground up.
Press play to discover how solving an everyday problem can become a successful franchise opportunity.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
02:12 - How did you get into this business?
06:01 - How did you start? And how did you get the truck?
10:30 - Frequency
11:20 - Pricing
12:04 - Logistics
16:41 - How does the cleaning vehicle work?
19:29 - Labor
20:02 - How much revenue for one truck?
23:28 - Focusing on this business
26:56 - Who's the customer?
31:26 - Is there an ancillary service?
34:00 - Item 7 (Investment)
39:41 - Item 19
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Links:
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Welcome to Pursuit of Profit, the franchise business podcast hosted by Cliff Nonnenmacher, Franchise Consultant, co-founder of Franocity, and co-author of “Beyond the Brand.” Each episode delivers raw, unfiltered insights for aspiring franchisees, multi-unit operators, franchisors, and entrepreneurs who are serious about building wealth through franchising. Cliff shares real-world strategies on buying a franchise, running a franchise business, and scaling for long-term success. No fluff, just straight talk. Together with his business partner and fellow co-author Justin Guevara, Cliff has helped hundreds of people navigate the world of franchising through Franocity's 100% free consulting services. Their mission is simple: help you achieve financial freedom through franchise ownership and live your life fearlessly.