20140136292 | Method of Providing Accessible Remodeling Services through a Franchise Arrangement - A method of disability remodeling services for adapting a home or other building, structure, or location for accessibility to the disabled is disclosed. A franchisor having a brand is established to conduct product development and testing, develop uniform practices for product recommendation and installation, and train franchisee employees in recommending and deploying products according to the uniform practices. A plurality of franchisees under the brand provide consultation, installation, and remodeling services to customers. A primary goal of the franchisor's marketing is to associate the brand with a high level of knowledge and skill at understanding and addressing the facility needs of disabled individuals. Existing services within the generally delineated category of aging-in-place remodeling generally specialize in one particular type of facility, such as wheelchair lifts, elevators, stair lifts, accessible tubs and showers, or accessible cabinets. Existing services generally do not provide a full range of products or planning expertise. | 05-15-2014 |