FORT LAUDERDALE, FL - (October 20, 2003) - Coverall Cleaning Concepts was recently recognized by Entrepreneur magazine as one of the best franchises to buy for under $25,000.

"Coverall is honored to be included in this ranking," stated Ted Elliott, President and COO of Coverall. "It is of the utmost importance to Coverall to provide people the opportunity to fulfill their dreams of owning their own business. By keeping costs affordable, it makes it possible for the individuals where cost is a barrier."

Since 2000, the number of Coverall Cleaning Concepts franchise owners has increased 25% to over 7,500 and the number of customer accounts has increased 17% to over 36,000. The company has been recognized for this growth by being ranked as the Fastest Growing Commercial Cleaning Company in Entrepreneur's 23rd Annual Franchise 500. In addition, Black Enterprise magazine recently recognized Coverall as the third best home-based businesses for African Americans.