Stratus Building Solutions charges a royalty fee of 3.0% 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.

The total ongoing fee rate for a Stratus Building Solutions franchise is approximately 4.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 1.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $450/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.

Stratus Building Solutions has been involved in 1 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are currently 1 pending cases. There is at least one class action lawsuit pending.

No, the Stratus Building Solutions franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).

Stratus Building Solutions offers exclusive 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.

Stratus Building Solutions currently operates 67 locations (2025 FDD) (53 franchised, 14 company-owned). The system grew by 11.7% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 6.8%.

The 1-year franchisee turnover rate for Stratus Building Solutions is 0.0% (2025 FDD). This includes closures, terminations, non-renewals, and transfers. A lower turnover rate generally indicates higher franchisee satisfaction and system stability.

According to the Stratus Building Solutions FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2025 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $2.9M (average: $3.3M).

The initial franchise agreement term for Stratus Building Solutions is 15 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 2 times for 15-year periods. The total potential term is 45 years.

Stratus Building Solutions's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 100 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).

Yes, Stratus Building Solutions's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.

Stratus Building Solutions provides 188 hours of initial training over approximately 5 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.

Yes, Stratus Building Solutions provides site selection assistance to help franchisees find the right location (2025 FDD). The franchisor also provides technology support and systems.