Charleston Next Stop for Batteries Plus: Retail Chain Signs Local Franchise Deal
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Charleston, WV  - Charleston  is next in line for a power surge. Batteries Plus, the nation's largest franchise focused on the $24 billion battery category, announced today that it has signed a deal for a new franchise location to serve the local battery needs of consumers and businesses.

Batteries Plus has developed a stronghold in communities nationwide with a distinctive niche that offers a comprehensive selection of batteries, battery-related products and technical support. The new Charleston location will provide the equipment and expertise on-site to assemble, test, condition and design custom battery packs for rechargeable household and business products.

Products include literally thousands of batteries for thousands of items, ranging from common items such as watches, cameras and cell phones to larynx batteries for electronic voice boxes, solar landscape lights, talking books for children and keyless entry door locks at major hotels.
Franchise owner Jon McDavid said he chose to open a Batteries Plus based on its solid performance in the marketplace, as well as the wide range and quality of products and services compared to competitors. His Charleston area location will be the first Batteries Plus store in the state.

"When I sought to open my own business, I looked for a franchise with strong store economics and staying power in today's world," said McDavid. "In an age of increased portability and technology, our society is dependent on batteries. My Batteries Plus store will be fulfilling a consistent demand."
Ranked the No. 1 battery franchise and No. 59 overall in Dun & Bradstreet's AllBusiness AllStars rankings of the nation's top 300 franchise companies and among the list of Inc 5000's fastest growing companies Batteries Plus has positioned itself among the most attractive franchise concepts on the market for potential investors looking to run a successful business in their community.  

"We look forward to meeting the ongoing battery needs of the Charleston community, from the consumer seeking simple batteries for common items or automotive needs, to business owners - especially those in construction and mining - or large group needing ongoing, more complex battery services," McDavid said.