April 28, 2021 marks the beginning of Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week, a national observance week that aims to raise awareness of appliance safety. As households across the southern hemisphere prepare for the cooler months, now is the time to get your fuel burning appliances checked and tested. Winter is the deadliest time of the year […]
There are plenty of reasons to consider going solar in 2021. Aside from the obvious environmental benefits, solar energy can also save you money in the long run. As costs of production continue going down, solar energy in 2021 has become more financially promising than ever. If you’ve recently found yourself weighing up the costs […]
Painting a house might sound like a simple task, but if you don’t have the right knowledge or skills under your belt, you’ll find out soon enough that it’s not as easy as it seems. Figuring out the best and most efficient way to paint a house requires some know-how and experience. From the type […]
Carpets and rugs can add a lot to our homes; from insulation and warmth, to style and decor, they can be a worthwhile investment that lasts for years. However, like all investments, they do require steady maintenance. If you have carpets or rugs in your home, you may have found yourself in the past weighing […]
Behind the iconic Jim’s beard are thousands of everyday Australians who have been building up the brand over the last several decades. But have you ever wondered how it all works? What’s the difference between a franchisee and a franchisor? Are regional franchises the same as master franchises? And how do you become one? If […]
There are two types of people in the world: those who loved working from home last year, and those who didn’t. For some of us, we couldn’t wait to get back to our cubicles. But for others, we’d be happy to Zoom into the office for the rest of our careers. At the very least, […]
Nobody likes being caught out with a flat tyre, but unfortunately, it’s a hurdle that most drivers will have to overcome at least several times in their lifetimes. If you’re clueless about what you should do when you’re faced with a flat tyre, you’re not alone. According to a recent survey, two in five Australian […]
Pressure washing, or water blasting as it is also known, has become a popular cleaning device in recent years. It’s effective, efficient, and super satisfying to watch. If you’re curious to learn more about pressure washing, today’s your lucky day. We’ve created the ultimate guide to pressure washing in Australia and New Zealand. Read on […]
Whether we notice it or not, construction and engineering affect our lives every single day. Between our offices and our homes, most of us spend most of our days in manmade structures. There’s a lot more than meets the eye when it comes to our buildings and construction systems. Not every building is made the […]
For those of us who don’t have a penchant for home DIY, home maintenance and repair tasks can become a source of real dread really quickly. If the idea of going to Bunnings on a Saturday morning isn’t your idea of fun, it might be a good idea to look into hiring a handyman to […]
The Jim’s Group story began in 1982 when Jim Penman founded Jim’s Mowing, a one-man gardening and lawn care business. Seven years later in 1989, Jim franchised his business for the first time and, well, the rest became history. Today, there are over 4,300 Jim’s franchises Australia-wide. These franchises are spread out across 50 […]
A fence can provide security, increase privacy, offer protection from the weather, and improve your home’s curb appeal – and a good fence should be able to do all these things. If you’re thinking about building a new fence, there are some things you should consider prior to commencing the project. Although it’s tempting […]
Here in Australia, we love a good franchise. According to Money Magazine, there are three times more franchise outlets per capita in Australia than in the US, representing about 4% of our national economy. Our franchise industry employs more than 500,000 people Australia-wide and rakes in a whopping $181.8 billion in revenue each year. Starting […]
There are many reasons why it might become necessary for a tree to be removed from your property. The tree might be dead, making it a waste of valuable space; a tree might be storm damaged, making it a potential hazard for all those who walk past it; or a tree might block views, making […]
Thanks to the invention of the modern smoke alarm, fire fatalities have steadily declined over the course of the past several decades. In the past, communities were forced to combat fires as they happened. But today, we have access to fire prevention technologies that our great-great grandparents could never have even dreamt of. In Australia, […]
Whether for the better or for the worse, computers have changed our lives drastically. Many of us rely on our computer devices heavily on a day-to-day basis, so when they stop working, it’s a serious problem. In this post, we’ll walk you through 5 of the most common everyday computer problems that our clients encounter. […]
One of the areas that are often neglected during our regular household cleans are our glass windows and doors. Many of us procrastinate cleaning our glass surfaces because, let’s face it, cleaning glass can be a time-consuming and frustrating process. However, if you have the right tools and techniques in place, cleaning your glass windows […]
Believe it or not, but fencing disputes are one of the most common types of civil disputes in Australia. Fighting with your neighbours is less than ideal and creates an uncomfortable environment for all those involved, so most of us would like to avoid neighbourhood conflict wherever possible. So what’s the best practice when it […]
It’s always a good sign for any business owner when their business receives plenty of leads. But what happens when these leads go unserviced? It might be hard to believe, but managing unserviced leads is one of our biggest challenges here at Jim’s Group. When leads go unserviced, it means that there are more job […]
As solar energy becomes an increasingly viable option for Australian homes and businesses, you might have found yourself considering installing solar panels on your own property. But where to start? There’s a lot of information available out there, so the whole process can quickly become confusing and overwhelming. In this post, we’ve compiled a beginner’s […]
Jim’s Group CEO, Jim Penman received a great question from a new Jim’s Cleaning franchisee who has been researching the brand for a very long time. It was a great question and response so we thought we would share it with you to read. If you would like to ask Jim a question about business […]
On our website, we have a question box where you can ask Jim’s Group CEO, Jim Penman any question about business that you like. One great question we received recently was from a person called ‘Beeza’ who asked for Jim’s advice on potentially leaving a high-paying corporate job in order to start a lifestyle business […]
Window tinting is most commonly applied to cars and vehicles; but did you know that your home windows can be tinted, too? Home window tinting, though sometimes overlooked, is an excellent investment that comes with an abundance of benefits. Not only does it protect your home from harmful UV exposure, it can also save you […]
Locksmiths have been around for centuries. For as long as there have been locks and keys, there have been locksmiths around to fix and fit them. Today, locksmiths perform a wide array of services and tasks. As security specialists, they’re responsible for servicing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical and electronic locks and security installations within a […]
Are ceiling fans good for summer? With airconditioning options readily available to many people, you might find yourself asking “why install a ceiling fan?” Well, we say, “why not?” Ceiling fans are becoming more and more popular, not only in the home but in the workplace as well. This is for a variety of reasons, […]
We have regional franchisor opportunities and some pre-loved franchises available Australia-wide.
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