Moat & Market Entry
Who is the primary competition?
Our competition is split between two extremes: The "Big Boxes" (Home Depot/Lowes) with limited hours and consumer-grade gear, and Full-Service Firms (Servpro) with high-friction, high-cost models. 24dry owns the middle: Professional gear, 24/7 availability, and DIY prices.
What prevents a competitor from copying the locker model?
The barrier isn't the locker; it's the Automation Layer. Our backend (v73) handles real-time inventory syncing, 24-hour billing cycles, and the mission-critical "Maintenance Gate" that prevents dirty/broken gear from being re-rented.
Asset Protection
How do you prevent theft in an unmanned locker?
We use a "Double-Gate" model: Credit pre-authorization for the first day + a $200 deposit, and mandatory photo-verified returns. If a return photo isn't submitted, billing continues automatically until the asset is recovered.
Hardware & Power
Why focus so heavily on 7.5kW Generators?
In flood events, the grid often fails. By standardizing on 7.5kW industrial units, we provide the "Total Solution"—guaranteeing customers can run their LGR dehumidifiers and fans even in blackouts. This makes 24dry the first responder of the neighborhood.
Yield & Exit Strategy
Lump-sum buyout or long-term dividend?
Our preferred long-term benefit for investors is the monthly dividend model. By removing labor costs, we maintain significantly higher net margins than traditional rental yards, allowing us to distribute royalties and SaaS fees directly to shareholders monthly.
Is the dividend sustainable as the fleet ages?
The dividend is protected by our Pillar 1 strategy (Hardware Replenishment). Corporate generates a 174% margin every time a franchisee refreshes their fleet (every 3-5 years), creating a continuous cash engine independent of daily rentals.