14 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a Kitchen Refresh franchise ranges from $21K to $134K (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 Kitchen Refresh 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 Kitchen Refresh 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
Yes, a Kitchen Refresh 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 analysisThe total ongoing fee rate for a Kitchen Refresh franchise is approximately 4.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 4.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $100/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisKitchen Refresh has been involved in 1 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the Kitchen Refresh franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisKitchen Refresh 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 analysisKitchen Refresh currently operates 8 locations (2025 FDD) (8 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system grew by 166.7% over the past year.
View full growth analysisAccording to the Kitchen Refresh FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2025 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $99K (average: $141K).
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for Kitchen Refresh is 10 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 1 time for 10-year periods. The total potential term is 20 years.
View full contract analysisKitchen Refresh's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 30 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisYes, Kitchen Refresh's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisKitchen Refresh provides 156 hours of initial training (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 analysisYes, Kitchen Refresh provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2025 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.
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