16 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a ServiceMaster Restore franchise ranges from $267K to $443K (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 ServiceMaster Restore is $73K (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 ServiceMaster Restore 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
Yes, a ServiceMaster Restore 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 analysisServiceMaster Restore charges a royalty fee of 10.0% 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 ServiceMaster Restore franchise is approximately 12.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 2.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $650/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisServiceMaster Restore has been involved in 3 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are currently 1 pending cases. There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the ServiceMaster Restore franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisServiceMaster Restore offers protected territory rights to its franchisees (2025 FDD). The franchise agreement does not include encroachment protection. Online sales rights are shared between the franchisor and franchisee.
View full territory analysisServiceMaster Restore currently operates 1,939 locations (2025 FDD) (1,939 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system contracted by 1.0% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is -3.6%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for ServiceMaster Restore is 3.4% (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 analysisAccording to the ServiceMaster Restore FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2025 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $1.3M (average: $2.7M).
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for ServiceMaster Restore is 5 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 1 time for 5-year periods. The total potential term is 10 years.
View full contract analysisServiceMaster Restore's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 1 year within 25 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisYes, ServiceMaster Restore's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisServiceMaster Restore provides 77 hours of initial training over approximately 3 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 analysisYes, ServiceMaster Restore 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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