14 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
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The total initial investment to open a Coverall franchise ranges from $18K to $64K (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 Coverall is $16K (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 Coverall 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, Coverall does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisCoverall charges a royalty fee of 5.0% 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 Coverall franchise is approximately 5.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisCoverall has been involved in 2 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are currently 2 pending cases. There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the Coverall franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisCoverall offers non-exclusive territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement does not include encroachment protection. Online sales are managed by the franchisor, not individual franchisees.
View full territory analysisCoverall currently operates 5,588 locations (2025 FDD) (5,588 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system contracted by 1.2% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is -5.0%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Coverall is 7.9% (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 Coverall is 20 years (2025 FDD). The total potential term is 20 years.
View full contract analysisCoverall provides 31 hours of initial training over approximately 8 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 analysisCoverall 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.
View full support analysisYes, Coverall's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
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