Salon Suite FAQs
Salon suites have become one of the fastest-growing trends in the beauty industry and for good reason! Salon suites offer many benefits, including flexibility, increased freedom and the opportunity to be your own boss. Check out some of the most common questions that we get from our current and potential beauty professionals:
1.WHY WOULD I WANT TO RENT A SALON SUITE VS. WORKING AT A TRADITIONAL SALON?
There are so many benefits to renting a salon suite vs. working as an employee in a traditional salon setting. For example, when you’re an employee at a traditional salon, you usually don’t get to dictate your schedule. You’ve likely found yourself working holidays you wanted off or canceling plans because your time off wasn’t approved. Many salons make you promote their stocked products. Some beauty professionals find themselves forced to recommend products to clients that they don’t genuinely believe in. Last but not least, Salon suite owners keep 100% of their profits and typically report making double or triple their previous incomes.
2. WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO START?
A salon suite is perfect for anyone feeling ready to be their own boss. You should have an entrepreneurial drive and feel excited about making all the decisions for your new business. Beauty professionals are typically the most successful as salon suite owners once they have at least a couple years of experience under their belt and have an established clientele. As a salon suite owner, you won’t get a lot of walk-in traffic so you have to make sure you are fully booked out for at least a few weeks in advance.
3. WHAT IS REQUIRED TO GET STARTED?
The requirements to get started will vary slightly based on what you do! For example, if you are a hair stylist, you will be required to show your cosmetology license. If you are planning to offer microblading as a service, you will need to show your certification and also obtain a body art license for your suite. Our team is available to help you through the requirements based on the services you offer. Check out our free guide to going independent here.
4. WHAT IS INCLUDED?
Here at 7 Salon Suites, we are proud to offer fully-equipped move-in ready salon suites. We offer everything you need to get started without the high start up costs of owning a traditional salon including:
High-End Cabinetry with lots of storage
Front-Lit LED Mirrors
Luxury Styling Chair and Shampoo Chair
Bluetooth Speaker
All utilities, maintenance and Wi-Fi included
Laundry Facilities and Supplies
5. WILL MY CLIENTS LIKE BEING IN A SUITE?
Our beauty professionals tell us that most of their clients love their salon suite. They appreciate the one-on-one time and that they get to receive a more personalized experience. It also gives you the opportunity to form a bond and build a stronger relationship with your clients. Coming out of the pandemic, many clients also appreciate being the only client in your salon as it provides a much safer environment than a traditional salon.
6. HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO RENT A SALON SUITE?
The cost to rent a salon suite depends on a few different factors including the size and location of the suite you are in need of. On average, it costs between $300-$600 per week to rent a suite. If you are currently working on commission, you will most likely still make more money as a salon suite owner even after paying rent since you get to keep 100% of your profits. It's best to schedule a tour so you can request pricing on a specific suite based on your needs.
7. CAN I DECORATE MY SUITE?
Absolutely! Decorating your suite and making it your own is one of the best parts about owning your salon! Our modern and neutral finishes were designed to blend in seamlessly with any décor style you have in mind.
7. WHAT HOURS CAN I ACCESS MY SUITE?
You have access to your suite 24/7 so you can access it and take clients whenever you want to! One of the greatest benefits of being a salon suite owner is being able to make your own schedule! Come and go as you please and create a schedule that works best for your life.
Every day that you continue to work at a traditional salon, you continue to make money for someone else. Take the next big step in your career, and contact us today about becoming a salon suite owner!