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Franchise Opportunity This advertisement is not an offering. An offering can be made only by a prospectus filed first with the Department of Law of the State of New York. Such filing does not constitute approval by the Department of Law.

Imagine... ...providing an alternative landscaping solution to home and business owners that is beautiful, practical, easy to maintain, safe, clean, durable, and environmentally-friendly. ...having professional training, established product lines, supply chains, and a wealth of business and technology tools at your fingertips. ...a business-building opportunity within a territory that’s yours to develop, with the support of an experienced industry leader beside you.

This can all be yours to turn into reality when you qualify to join the Turfscape franchise program!

Welcome to

Turfscape started as a spin-off of UBU Sports, one of the industry leaders installing synthetic turf at large sports facilities (greater than 65,000 square feet). As the company garnered attention for its installation expertise, professionalism, and superior products,

THE TURFSCAPE OPPORTUNITY BY THE NUMBERS:

we realized there was an opportunity to make the most of these core strengths on projects in residential, commercial, and municipal areas – and this is where you, as a Turfscape franchise owner, come in.

Homeowners always want a beautifully landscaped lawn, but may be worried about

Part of the $1 billion turf installation industry

the time, water, and chemicals needed to maintain their properties. Businesses know it is important to create a good first impression for their potential customers, but must be practical about the costs. Cities and towns are responsible for providing attractive, useful, and durable outdoor areas, but their communities demand environmentally and socially responsible municipal projects. As a Turfscape franchise owner, you’ll be able

An industry sector growing by double digit percentages each year

to address each of these concerns, and give your customers peace of mind that you are providing them with a total solution for their landscaping needs.

Help conserve the Join our team and take advantage of our executive team’s collective experience in

billions of gallons of

effective business development, as well as the established Turfscape brand. Our depth

water used annually

of experience in the turf industry spans decades and includes countless installations,

by American families

including immense indoor golf facilities, state-of-the-art sports arenas, stadiums, and

on landscaping

landscape applications. Our executive team has grown companies from the start-up phase to multimillion dollar entities with thousands of employees... we’ve seen it all, and we are there to support you in your professional and personal accomplishments.

Exclusive products backed by an

We’re driven to bring Turfscape to the broader market as the Green Alternative, and excited that Turfscape could be the key to your future as an independent business owner!

Thank you for your interest in the Turfscape franchise program!

Joe Vrankin, CEO & the Turfscape Franchise, Inc. Team

8-year warranty

Ordinary Grass is Not Good for Nature

While a beautifully landscaped lawn is aesthetically pleasing, it is actually bad for the environment. Here’s why that’s true. First, it takes an exorbitant amount of water to maintain an ordinary grass lawn. The average American family uses 300 gallons of water per day, or 9 billion gallons nationally – 30% (or more) of which is used outdoors1. With water shortages and usage restrictions, using so much water on a lawn is simply not a responsible option in many areas of the country. An ordinary grass lawn also requires chemical treatments and pesticides to keep its appearance from deteriorating, and these are harmful to the children and pets who play in the yard. Providing your customers with a green alternative landscape from Turfscape preserves our precious water supply and eliminates the use of dangerous chemicals that harm our loved ones and the environment.

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Turfscape Provides the Answer

Customer Appeal.

A Variety of Beneficial Applications.

Leadership in a Growing Market.

WATER CONSERVATION MOVEMENT:

Our robust product line comes with an 8-year warranty, so you know your customers will be confident their landscape will look great for years to come, regardless of weather issues or water shortages. Here are some of the benefits you can bring to your local clients:

“Last month I attended my first West Coast Franchise Expo in Anaheim,

Consistent Aesthetics A Turfscape property will always look great because it is not affected by droughts or water shortages, and will not fall victim to lawn diseases or other pathogens. The land will always be perfectly manicured and compliment the home or business it surrounds no matter the time of year.

Saving Time and Money Your customers can spend more time with their families because they are not spending time maintaining their landscaped property. No watering, no application of pesticides, no mowing. They can relax knowing their property will look great without the time and effort of an ordinary grass landscape.

Environmentally Friendly and Safe

and we were overwhelmed with the amount of small business owners and entrepreneurs looking to partner with Turfscape. There are so many people that recognize how dire the water crisis is and want to do their part in helping

In addition to providing a great looking landscaped property, you will feel good that you

the environment.�

are helping your customers save water and avoid spreading harmful chemicals into the

Tom Gallop

environment.

An Opportunity that Makes Sense

Synthetic turf installation in the U.S. is a $1 billion industry

The market is in the early stages of a strong long term growth cycle, and Turfscape is the emerging industry leader. So, when you join Turfscape, you’ll be able to take charge in your community and be the go-to professional for your territory’s Turfscape needs.

– with growth “aided by rapidly

Synthetic turf for landscaping and recreation is already part of an immense industry

growing demand

– and it’s growing 10 to 15% a year in the U.S.2 Now is the perfect time to become

for its products due to advancements in quality and cost reduction efforts.” 3

a Turfscape owner. You will have the benefit of being a member of a well-known brand in the industry, with a reputation for quality products and services. And by having these top quality products shipped directly, you will save on overhead and storage costs. You can even start out as a mobile business and work from home by hiring a crew and contracting out for equipment. Using the Turfscape name and business plan, you can get started growing your business and eventually move into an office and warehouse.

Perfect for start-up business owners, Turfscape also provides options for existing landscaping

Your Turfscape Business.

Addressing customers’ needs with a flexible, scalable business model.

companies or other similar businesses looking to branch out, broaden portfolios,

Providing a green solution to environmental concerns.

and make a real difference in their communities.

Serving an untapped market with great immediate and long term growth.

The Benefits of a Turfscape Franchise Opportunity Access to the latest innovations through an established supply network.

With access to the Turfscape products and installation processes, and a flexible, scalable business model, you are well on your way to fulfilling your dream as owner of a professional, growth-oriented business! The innovative Turfscape system consists of multiple surface options, all designed for a variety of residential and commercial landscaping applications. Each fully-warranted option consists of durable, yet soft fibers, a scientifically engineered backing system and a variety of infill options.

Sales, marketing, and installation expertise.

We’ll show you how it’s all done at our own state-of-the-art training facility. We’ll train and certify you on installation techniques, from site preparation to Turfscape application and final grooming. And, we’ll give you the tools and guidance you need to market and sell to future Turfscape customers.

A wide range of commercial and residential applications.

Think of the variety of residential, commercial, and municipal areas that are looking to complete environmentally friendly landscaping projects – play areas, pool areas, corporate campuses – that you can tap into as you grow your business.

As a Turfscape franchise owner, you can focus on selling Turfscape solutions to a variety of clients in your granted territory. Projects may include residential front and back yards for individual homeowners, as well as a multitude of commercial applications: parks, playgrounds, dog parks, government facilities, landfills, highway medians, putting greens, condos/apartment/office complexes, churches, retirement communities, shopping areas/malls, auto dealerships, restaurants, hotels/motels/ resorts, service stations, and many more.

Plus, the diverse application possibilities of Turfscape mean multiple, ongoing revenue streams to you – including referred residential business, commercial accounts with multiple properties, installation plus maintenance contracts, and more.

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Landscaping architects and service providers, as well as those new to the industry, find the Turfscape concept appealing and practical. It all stems from our decades of experience, above and beyond customer service standards, and our vision toward the future.

As a Turfscape franchise owner, we ask for your commitment to providing great customer service and the highest quality installations. In exchange, you will receive the full assistance and assurance of the Turfscape team and infrastructure.

Advice on business start-up, including equipment needs, vehicle specifications, necessary permits, and much more.

Pre-launch and ongoing training programs and materials, including our exclusive playbook, classroom and hands-on training, and other training materials and manuals, covering topics such as client communications, Turfscape proprietary installation techniques and safety procedures, project management, certifications, and more.

A copy of our exclusive confidential operations and installations

manual, including detailed job procedures, reporting and forms, designs and layout standards and specifications, and so much more.

Direct shipment to you of key project materials through our established supply network; plus, access to other approved vendors and suppliers with negotiated pricing, terms, etc., for other important products and equipment.

Professional marketing and advertising guidance, including guidance on your Grand Opening advertising program, plus website presence, specific to you, on the Turfscape corporate site, which includes a wealth of information, from product options/specifications, to FAQs, to a local office locator function, and more.

You’ll have access to tactics and materials to help make your business known throughout your community. From direct marketing campaigns to other effective local marketing techniques, we are here to support you in creating a name for yourself and helping you grow your business day after day.

Access to approved software/technology tools, including standardized accounting software as well as all-important CAD drawings support and additional help with estimating and planning jobs. You’ll be able to use customized drawings to help in the sales process and for securing any necessary local permits.

Remote support by telephone or e-mail to assist the franchisee in their day-to-day operations, as well as Key Performance Indicator reports and benchmarking capabilities against other units/franchises, especially as the system grows.

Ample ongoing support, including on-site visits to consult in the development and growth of the business and to help ensure that proper procedures are being maintained in the areas of marketing, operations, business management, business finances, equipment maintenance, and more.

It’s all been designed to allow you, as a Turfscape franchise owner, to leverage the Turfscape brand as you offer the professional sale and installation of high quality synthetic turf to businesses, municipalities, and residences within your protected territory – and ultimately take advantage of owning your own business

and benefit from being your own boss, all with a concept you can truly be proud of!

Grow with Turfscape...

Owning a business can be a challenge, but with your passion and hard work, plus the knowledge that Turfscape is there to help support your growth and development, you can do it. You’ll be in charge, and you’ll be improving your community with environmentally friendly solutions and a wide range of beautiful landscaping projects.

“We are genuinely

If you are interested in learning more about how you can become an important part

impressed with

of the growing Turfscape network, please fill out our confidential information form

the length your

and submit it to us. If you qualify, we will schedule a follow up meeting with you to

company will go

discuss the franchise business in more detail.

to provide superior service backed by conscientious business owners.”

If we mutually agree that this opportunity is the right fit, then you’re well on your way to becoming a Turfscape franchise owner! Once you join the team, we will be there to guide you through the next phases, from training, set-up, and marketing in your local community to other key business activities.

Gina H.

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We look forward to hearing from you and exploring how we can bring Turfscape’s quality, expertise, and unique alternative landscaping solutions to your local area!

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Turfscape Franchise, Inc. 3110 Woodcreek Drive Downers Grove, IL 60515 800.467.0000 info@turfscape.com www.turfscape.com

This advertisement is not an offering.

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