16 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2022 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a Ceiling Guru franchise ranges from $85K to $179K (2022 FDD). This includes the franchise fee, equipment, build-out, inventory, and working capital needed before opening.
View full investment analysisThe initial franchise fee for Ceiling Guru is $55K (2022 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 Ceiling Guru 2022 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, Ceiling Guru does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2022 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisCeiling Guru charges a royalty fee of 7.0% of gross sales (2022 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 Ceiling Guru franchise is approximately 8.0% of gross sales (2022 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 1.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $250/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisCeiling Guru has been involved in 0 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2022 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the Ceiling Guru franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2022 FDD).
View full litigation analysisCeiling Guru offers protected territory rights to its franchisees (2022 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 analysisCeiling Guru currently operates 1 locations (2022 FDD) (0 franchised, 1 company-owned). The system grew by 0.0% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 0.0%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Ceiling Guru is 0.0% (2022 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.
View full growth analysisAccording to the Ceiling Guru FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2022 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $51K (average: $57K).
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for Ceiling Guru is 10 years (2022 FDD). Franchisees can renew 2 times for 5-year periods. The total potential term is 20 years.
View full contract analysisCeiling Guru's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 25 miles of the former location (2022 FDD).
View full legal analysisNo, Ceiling Guru's franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2022 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation. The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisCeiling Guru provides 40 hours of initial training over approximately 1 weeks (2022 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 analysisYes, Ceiling Guru provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2022 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.
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