Oxi-Fresh Carpet Cleaning supported Crossover International Launches 2011 Worldwide Tour;  Basketball ministry prepares to send collegiate teams overseas.

Lakewood, CO – Basketball Ministry Crossover International, a Christian basketball ministry, is getting ready for its annual summer tour. This year the organization is running two, three-week tours of U.S. collegiate teams to Romania, the Czech Republic, Germany, and France. The teams will compete with professional basketball clubs and minister to around 250 local youths between the ages of six and eighteen, training them both in basketball and in the Gospel.

 The ministry was founded in college by Jonathan Barnett and his friend, Nonzo Azubuike. Both shared a love of the game and decided that, even though neither would turn pro, basketball was always going to be a part of their life. Finding inspiration in John 5:24, a verse that refers to “crossing over” from death to eternal life, the two young men began working on a basketball ministry designed to mentor and train young people throughout the world. Every year since 2003, they have gathered young athletes who can compete and become positive role models to the campers they meet.

 Both share a strong drive to see Crossover grow every year. Jonathan Barnett even founded his national carpet cleaning company, Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning®, in part as a means to support Crossover International.

 In 2011 the two began a new phase for Crossover – the Crossover Basketball Academy. This year-round program takes at-risk youth and offers mentoring, life coaching, basketball training, academic tutoring, and character/spiritual development. The academy exists primarily in Denver, but plans are in the works to expand it nationwide.

 ABOUT CROSSOVER INTERNATIONAL®:

Crossover International was founded in 2001. The organization’s mission is to use basketball as a platform to mentor and build relationships with youth around the world. Crossover International is nondenominational.

 ABOUT OXI FRESH CARPET CLEANING®:

Using innovative products and technology, Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning®, one of the nation’s fastest-growing carpet cleaning companies, offers oxygen powered cleaning, transforming carpet right before customers’ eyes. Starting with just one Denver carpet cleaning franchise in 2006, Oxi Fresh currently has over 200 units throughout the United States, with more than 50 locations in development. For more information, or to find Oxi Fresh carpet cleaning coupons, visit www.oxifresh.com.

Jonathan Barnett, owner of Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning, has been honored as one of Franchise Times magazine’s “20 to Watch” of 2011, a list that identifies the top movers, shakers and money makers of the franchise industry.

The “20 to Watch” list started in 2000 when Franchise Times magazine wanted to give recognition to the people, places and things that would have an impact on franchising in the coming years.  This year, Jonathan’s drive and business know-how earned him recognition from the Franchise Times magazine.  The editors were, among other things, impressed by Jonathan’s early commitment to franchising his carpet cleaning companies and his desire to continually learn more about how to become a first-class franchisor.

“It is such an honor to be recognized by such an influential publication in the franchising industry,” said Jonathan.  “It’s taken a lot of hard work to get where we are today, but it’s definitely paying off and we are excited to see where 2011 takes us.”

Jonathan’s path to the top 20 started when he was just a college entrepreneur. His college business, Johnny B’s Fireworks, grew every year in size and profit. When he graduated, he sold the business and moved on to getting his Masters Degree. From there, with a fiery interest in franchising, he founded Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning in 2006. Now, just a few years later, it’s one of the nation’s fastest-growing franchises with over 200 units. With no signs of slowing, it’s easy to see why Jonathan is one of the “20 to Watch” in this new year.

ABOUT OXI FRESH CARPET CLEANING®

Using innovative products and technology, Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning®, one of the nation’s fastest-growing carpet cleaning services, offers oxygen powered cleaning, which cleans all the way down to the bottom of the carpet pile, transforming carpet right before customers’ eyes. Starting with just one Denver carpet cleaning franchise in 2006, Oxi Fresh currently has more than 200 units throughout the United States, with more than 50 locations in development.

Congratulations, Jonathan!

OXI FRESH CARPET CLEANING® RECEIVES WOOLSAFE RECOGNITION

Oxi Fresh Recognizes Importance of Using Safe Cleaning Products on Quality Carpets

Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning®, a company who uses revolutionary carpet cleaning technology and safe and effective products to clean carpets and rugs, has now been recognized by the WOOLSAFE organization.

WOOLSAFE, a worldwide organization dedicated to the promotion of quality care for wool and synthetic carpets and rugs, has run a certification program for carpet maintenance products since 1991.  WOOLSAFE-certified carpet cleaning companies use WOOLSAFE-approved products for cleaning and maintaining carpets and rugs, specifically those made from wool and other quality branded fibers.

“Our customers trust the Oxi Fresh carpet cleaning service to be safe and effective when treating their carpets,” said Jonathan Barnett, Oxi Fresh founder and president.  “Having the WOOLSAFE approval ensures them that we have their carpet’s best interest in mind and that we use the best carpet cleaning maintenance products.”

Oxi Fresh was also recognized with green certification by WOOLSAFE, further illustrating the carpet cleaning company’s commitment to being environmentally friendly.  The technology that Oxi Fresh uses creates an oxygenated cleaning system that breaks down stains so they can be removed from the carpet pile.  The system is safe for children and pets, leaves no sticky residue, and has a fast one-hour dry time.

All 200 Oxi Fresh franchises across the nation use safe, environmentally-friendly products on residential and commercial carpets.  In addition to being certified by WOOLSAFE, the company has earned accolades from the Franchise Times and Entrepreneur, the latter earning a rank as the 30^th fastest growing franchise for 2010.

For more information, visit www.OxiFresh.com.

ABOUT OXI FRESH CARPET CLEANING®

Using innovative products and technology, Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning®, one of the nation’s fastest-growing carpet cleaning companies, offers oxygen powered cleaning, which cleans all the way down to the bottom of the carpet pile, transforming carpet right before customers’ eyes. Oxi Fresh currently has more than 200 units throughout the United States, with more than 50 locations in development.

Oxi Fresh of West Houston

Franchise Owners: Jim Hammer &  JC Hammer

Year established: 2010

Service area: West Houston, Katy, Richmond and Rosenberg

FaceBook Page: Oxi Fresh of West Houston Fan Page

Business Phone: 281-815-2040

Describe the services you offer: Carpet Cleaning, Upholstery Cleaning, Tile & Grout Cleaning

How do your services differ from your local competitors’?

The Oxi Fresh way of carpet cleaning is much more efficient and safe for your home and the people and pets that live there.  With our one hour dry time there’s no more waiting for an entire day or even two days to move the furniture back.  We also provide great customer service and strive to satisfy each and every customer to the best of our ability.

What do your customers appreciate most about your Oxi Fresh service?

Customers appreciate the honesty and integrity that we take in our work.  The products of Oxi Fresh also speak primarily for themselves.  The product is far superior and works wonders on all carpets.

What local, community and/or charitable groups do you support?

We are active members in the Katy Chamber of Commerce.

Why did you decide to become an Oxi Fresh franchise owner?

Oxi Fresh provides a great opportunity to grow as a local and nationwide business.  There is a large demand in all areas now for a greener and safer product and Oxi Fresh definitely has it.

What else would you like your customers (and future customers) to know about your company?

Our franchise takes pride in the fact that we love being a family owned and operated business.  We are also very active in our community and support the local areas.

Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning of the Rockies
Franchise Owners: Brad & Cari Rohrich
Established: 02/01/09
Service area: Western Colorado
FaceBook Page: Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning of the Rockies Fan Page
Business Phone: 719-539-4648 (Chaffee County) or 970-668-9000 (Summit County)
Services offered: Commercial & Residential carpet cleaning – Upholstery

[Pictured, right, Oxi Fresh of the Rockies franchise owners Brad & Cari Rohrich]

How do your services differ from your local competitors’?
We use all-natural, green solutions to help clean your carpets and protect your family from toxins.   We are locally owned and operated.  We are “The World’s Greenest Carpet Cleaner.”  We will use less than 3-gallons of water on an average sized home.  Your carpets will be dry in less than an hour.

What do your customers appreciate most about your Oxi Fresh service?
We strive for the best customer service and integrity in the business. We stand by our services and want to make sure our customers are left happier than they have ever been with any carpet cleaning in the past.  Our customers love the fact that their carpets dry so much faster and that we are “The World’s Greenest Carpet Cleaner”

Why did you decide to become an Oxi Fresh franchise owner?
We were looking for a carpet cleaning company that really stood by their product and services, along with utilizing all natural, green, cleaning agents.  Oxi Fresh has a fantastic product and service so it was a great fit for us.

What else would you like your customers (and future customers) to know about your company?
We will continue proving how great Oxi Fresh’s system is.  Give us a try and you definitely won’t be sorry.  We are very proud of our business and the fact that it is safe for our environment and improves your indoor air quality by removing toxins and allergens from your carpet.

FranBest.com has been interviewing Oxi Fresh franchise owners.

One of the questions we always ask is:  “Why did you decide to become an Oxi Fresh franchise owner?”

Reason #1: Oxi Fresh’ “Green” Cleaning Methods

The top reason franchisees give for going with Oxi Fresh is the “green” carpet cleaning technique and the eco-friendly philosophy of the company. (See 7 Reasons Oxi Fresh is “The World’s Greenest Carpet Cleaner®”)

Randy Tuitt, a multi-territory Oxi Fresh franchise owner, states: “We are very conscience about minimizing global waste and minimizing impact to the environment.  That has been our lifestyle for the past seven years.  So to find a business that focused on that while providing the best customer experience, was a perfect fit for us.”

Texas Oxi Fresh franchise owner Manny Alvarez states “We liked the green products and the way the carpets come out cleaned.”

Don Rust, of Metro Atlanta, states “I wanted something that would first offer me a solid financial opportunity and finding an All Green Product was just an added bonus.”

Todd & Mara Huntington, who own the Oxi Fresh franchises for North Raleigh & Cary, NC, were also attracted by the green cleaning methods, stating “We became interested in starting their own business and read about the immense growth of Oxi Fresh as a franchise organization and their organic approach to cleaning.  Being first time business owners, and also having a young family of our own, we became highly interested in Oxi Fresh’s greener cleaning method”

Randy & Amy Butler, who own the Oxi Fresh franchise for North Alabama, were looking for a carpet cleaning company that stood by their products and services, and that also had “a natural, green option.”

Both the owner, Randy, and his 7-year old son Jonah suffer from severe asthma and allergies. All other carpet cleaning methods and products had made their symptoms worse. The Amy Butlers states: “Oxi Fresh is the only product that actually improved their health when used in our home, plus…it’s actually works!!!”

Reason #2: The Effectiveness of Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning

Nearly as many franchise owners cited the effectiveness of the Oxi Fresh carpet cleaning system as its eco-friendliness.

Says Clint Willman, Oxi Fresh franchise owner for Lancaster, PA:  “I saw how effective Oxi Fresh was at a friend’s house and I was instantly intrigued. I loved the product and was sold when I attended their Discovery Day.”

Todd Cook, of Lehigh Valley, PA, agrees: “The product itself is so far superior to that of other cleaning methods that you’re left with truly, completely satisfied customers.”

Reason #3:  Oxi Fresh Franchise Support

Oxi Fresh franchise owner Jennifer Cook states that the Oxi Fresh franchise support programs played an important role both in their initial decision and also in their ongoing success.  Jennifer states:  “The management team at Oxi Fresh has helped our franchise grow and succeed. They are continually developing new and innovative ideas for the product, the marketing, support that help our company stand out from the competition.  They take away the burden of marketing and scheduling so that we can concentrate on providing excellent service to our customers in Lehigh Valley, PA.”

Lani Chong, Oxi Fresh franchise owner for State College/Altoona, PA, values the fact that Oxi Fresh provides a centralized scheduling center on behalf of its franchisees.  Says Lani: “I needed flexibility in my schedule and having the call center gave me the flexibility to grow a business without sacrificing the level of service given to customers.”

Reason #4:  Low Cost of Entry & Operations

PA franchisees the Cooks state that, with the Oxi Fresh franchise, “the cost of owning our own business was less than we ever anticipated.”

Jeffrey Decker, Oxi Fresh of Tri Cities, VA, states “I wanted to experience what it would take to operate my own business. After looking into a few, probably a lot of franchises, I decided on Oxi Fresh because of its low cost of operation, and technology used.”

Sean McDermott, franchise owner for Oxi Fresh of West Michigan, states that Oxi Fresh has given him the chance to make a positive impact on his community: “We were looking for long term investment opportunities in our community, and the Oxi Fresh product and business model seemed to be an excellent contribution to Grand Rapids.”

Whether they are interested in making a positive impact on the earth, on their own bank accounts, or both, Oxi Fresh franchise owners are an enthusiastic group.  Their enthusiasm is obviously contagious:  Oxi Fresh was recently named by Franchise Times as one of the fastest growing franchises in America.

Visit the company website to learn more about the Oxi Fresh franchise opportunity.

Oxi Fresh franchise owners:  feel free to share your reason for choosing Oxi Fresh below.

Oxi Fresh of Tri Cities, VA
Franchise Owner: Jeffrey Decker
Year established: 2008
Service area: Central Virginia
FaceBook Page: Oxi Fresh of  Tri Cities Fan Page
Business Phone: 804-452-1112
Services offered: Carpet and Upholstery cleaning

How do your services differ from your local competitors’?
Our environmentally friendly cleaning process, using eco-friendly products, not only gets the carpet clean, it also protects the world for future generation.

What do your customers appreciate most about your Oxi Fresh service?
Our customer loves the fact that our carpet cleaning process is safe for children and pets, also knowing that we are committed to customer satisfaction.

Why did you decide to become an Oxi Fresh franchise owner?
I wanted to experience what it would take to operate my own business. After looking into a few, probably a lot of franchises, I decided on Oxi Fresh because of its low cost of operation, and technology used.

What else would you like your customers (and future customers) to know about your company?
Oxi Fresh of Tri Cities is committed to “Total Customer Satisfaction.”  Your experience with getting your carpet cleaned with us will be very satisfying. When you compared our system to other carpet and upholstery cleaning company, we will stand out as the right choice. Not only will we leave you with a clean fresh carpet, you will also have the satisfaction of knowing you did your part to conserve the earth’s natural resources.

Oxi Fresh of West Michigan
Franchise Owner: Sean McDermott
Year established: 2009

Service area: West Michigan, including Grand Rapids, East Grand Rapids, Rockford, Kentwood, Ada, Lowell, Caledonia, Alto, Walker, Byron Center, Hudsonville, Holland, MI
Business Phone: 616-242-5151

Services offered: Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning

[Pictured, right, are TJ McDermott, Lead Technician and Sean McDermott, Owner]

How do your services differ from your local competitors’?

The Oxi Fresh technique of environmentally friendly, dry cleaning is unique in West Michigan.  Grand Rapids is extremely environmentally conscientious.  We boast the highest number of LEED certified buildings per capita!

What do your customers appreciate most about your Oxi Fresh service?

The environmentally friendly cleaning technology and our professional, courteous staff.

Why did you decide to become an Oxi Fresh franchise owner?

We were looking for long term investment opportunities in our community, and the Oxi Fresh product and business model seemed to be an excellent contribution to Grand Rapids.

What else would you like your customers (and future customers) to know about your company?

Many of our technicians are college students who have grown up in the Grand Rapids area and are committed to providing excellent service to our neighbors.  We have a tremendously high referral rate due to our commitment to outstanding customer care.

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Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning of San Antonio Texas
Franchise Owner:  Randy Tuitt
Year established: 2008
Service area:  San Antonio, TX
Phone: 210-775-5211

Services offered?
Currently, we offer residential and commercial carpet cleaning, upholstery, and tile and grout services. 

How do your services differ from your local competitors’?
We offer an eco-friendly cleaning experience that uses a non-extraction process that is non-toxic and biodegradable for cleaning carpet, upholstery, tile and grout.  Because we do not use the classic extraction method like other companies, which can use up to 50 gallons of water, Oxi Fresh’s unique low-moisture method is able to clean surfaces effectively and safely using just 2 gallons of water.

What do your customers appreciate most about your Oxi Fresh service? 
Our customer’s love the average 1-hour dry time, the natural biodegradable cleaning products, and the low use of water while effectively cleaning their carpet like no other.  In a time when saving the environment by minimizing water usage and harsh chemicals that aversively effect our environment, our customers truly love appreciate our services and our efforts to contribute to a better overall environment.

Why did you decide to become an Oxi Fresh franchise owner?
Our family was looking for business venture that met our needs.  We are very conscience about minimizing global waste and minimizing impact to the environment.  That has been our lifestyle for the past seven years.  So to find a business that focused on that while providing the best customer experience, was a perfect fit for us.

What else would you like your customers (and future customers) to know about your company?  At times, customers are disappointed when we show up and find out we don’t use an extraction system. But we always say, “we will do a room and show you… and you decide.”  It has never failed that they are impressed and extremely satisfied by the result and recommend us to friends, neighbors and family members. 

Our process deeply cleans your carpet without having to soak your carpet to clean it. Carpet is a huge investment.  Large amounts of water can damage your carpet.  You are looking to clean your carpet—not soak it. Our process and biodegradable solutions effectively pull the dirt out of the carpet so our advanced machines can clean.  Try us!

Thanks, Randy!

Earning awards from the franchise industry is nothing new for Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning©.

In its short history, Oxi Fresh’s innovative carpet cleaning methods and cutting edge franchise business model has earned the company numerous recognitions of business excellence. The most recent is a #9 ranking in Franchise Times magazine’s Fast 55 – a list of the fastest growing franchises.

The Fast 55 ranking, first developed by Franchise Times and FRANdata seven years ago, is based on the percentage of growth of a company. Only new franchises that have been franchising just within the past 5 years are rated. According to the article, the Oxi Fresh carpet cleaning franchise achieved a whopping 671.50% average unit growth between 2006 and 2008.

Jonathan Barnett, MBA, President of Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning, is understandably proud of the company he started in 2006, which has now grown to over 180 locations in the U.S. “The Fast 55 ranking acknowledges the vitality of our business. We’ve been able to achieve such dramatic growth because of that vitality and because of the superior carpet cleaning service we offer to our clients. It is both exciting and gratifying to be recognized by the franchise industry for the hard work of our corporate staff and our franchisees.”

In an article for the Fast 55 feature, Barnett cited several reasons for the success of his business, including Oxi Fresh’s in-house call center that processes appointments. He said the center allows franchisees to work “on their business, rather than in their business.”  He also felt that, in this period of economic recession, having a low-cost and low-overhead business attracts franchisees.

To learn more about Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning® franchise opportunities, visit www.oxifresh.com.