Franchise Directory
Explore hundreds of top franchise opportunities
Border Magic LLC/Border Designs
If you want to get into the landscape materials business, Border Magic has some words for you, “We’ve got the edge.” The company designs and installs continuous concrete landscape edging, curbing, and walkways for residential and commercial applications. Customers can choose from various styles and colors, including brick, double brick, slate, cobblestone, and stone. The work is performed onsite to customer specifications. Border Magic franchisees are trained at the company’s headquarters in Rantoul, Illinois, and certified. Ongoing training is also provided. In addition, franchisees have access to a large inventory of products, quality concrete curb and concrete edging equipment, and ongoing support.
Fast Facts
| Year established | 1987 |
| Franchising since | 2003 |
| Can be run from home? | Yes |
| Number of employees needed | 1 - 3 |
| Item 19 Financial Performance Representation? | Yes |
| Multiple units must be purchased in U.S. | No |
| Multiple units must be purchased outside U.S. | No |
| % of franchisees who own multiple units | 9.5% |
| Absentee ownership allowed? | Yes |
Franchise Unit Growth Rate
| Year | U.S. Franchises |
Non-U.S. Franchises |
Company-Owned Locations |
| 2011 | 82 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 80 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | 79 | 0 | 0 |
Expanding in These Locations
| Total Investment | $54,325 - $122,875 |
| Franchise Fee | $20,000 - $35,000 |
| Royalty Fee | $175-400 per month |
| Net Worth | $300,000 |
| Liquid Capital | $45,000 |
| Does franchisor offer financing? | No |
| Is franchisor on the SBA's Franchise Registry? | No |
| Is franchisor a member of the IFA's VetFran program? | No |
