Wood Restoration / Epoxy Business

💡 From $300 of “Goo” to a Million-Dollar Empire

What started with a $300 bucket of epoxy resin has transformed into a booming business saving homeowners millions. Ty, the founder of Preserving, discovered that instead of replacing rotted wood, he could restore it using epoxy repair systems—a technique once used on the Statue of Liberty.

🚪 Saving Homes, Saving Wallets

Homeowners facing $250,000 replacement quotes were stunned when Ty’s team delivered the same results for just $3,000. With repairs costing up to 90% less than replacement, the company has become a lifesaver for those with historic wood windows and doors. One project alone saved a customer nearly $200,000.

📈 Explosive Growth

From humble beginnings, Preserving now operates 15 locations across the U.S., employing around 50 people. In 2024, a single territory generated $400,000 in revenue with margins soaring above 65%. Altogether, the company has saved homeowners over $50 million.

🔑 The Secret Sauce

• Low overhead: A technician, a small vehicle, and epoxy tools.

• High margins: 60–70% profit on jobs.

• Franchise model: New owners can launch in just 90–120 days.

🌟 The Big Picture

Preserving isn’t just fixing wood—it’s reshaping an industry with almost no competition. By combining craftsmanship, sustainability, and smart franchising, Ty turned “goo” into gold. This is proof that sometimes the most overlooked problems hide the most secretly profitable opportunities.

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