15 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
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The total initial investment to open a Ace Handyman Services franchise ranges from $132K to $224K (2025 FDD). This includes the franchise fee, equipment, build-out, inventory, and working capital needed before opening.
View full investment analysisThe initial franchise fee for Ace Handyman Services is $70K (2025 FDD). This one-time fee is paid to the franchisor when signing the franchise agreement and covers the right to use the brand, systems, and initial training.
View full investment analysisData sourced from the Ace Handyman Services 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
Yes, a Ace Handyman Services franchise requires a physical location (2025 FDD). Franchisees will need to lease or purchase commercial real estate, which is a significant component of the total investment.
View full investment analysisAce Handyman Services charges a royalty fee of 6.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This ongoing fee is typically paid weekly or monthly to the franchisor for continued use of the brand and support systems.
View full fees analysisThe total ongoing fee rate for a Ace Handyman Services franchise is approximately 8.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 2.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $599/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisAce Handyman Services has been involved in 2 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the Ace Handyman Services franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisAce Handyman Services offers protected territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement includes encroachment protection, preventing the franchisor from placing another unit in your territory. Online sales are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.
View full territory analysisAce Handyman Services currently operates 387 locations (2025 FDD) (369 franchised, 18 company-owned). The system grew by 2.1% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 7.4%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Ace Handyman Services is 5.7% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.
View full growth analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for Ace Handyman Services is 10 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 10 years.
View full contract analysisAce Handyman Services's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 25 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisYes, Ace Handyman Services's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisAce Handyman Services provides 46 hours of initial training over approximately 10 weeks (2025 FDD). The cost of training is covered by the franchisor (travel and lodging are typically the franchisee's responsibility). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.
View full support analysisAce Handyman Services does not provide site selection assistance (2025 FDD). Franchisees are responsible for finding and securing their own location. The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.
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