16 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a That 1 Painter franchise ranges from $113K to $189K (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 That 1 Painter is $59K (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 That 1 Painter 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, That 1 Painter does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisThat 1 Painter charges a royalty fee of 6.0% 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 That 1 Painter franchise is approximately 8.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 2.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $825/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisThat 1 Painter has been involved in 0 litigation cases over the past 3 years (2025 FDD). There are no class action lawsuits pending.
View full litigation analysisNo, the That 1 Painter franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisThat 1 Painter 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. Franchisees retain online sales rights for their territory.
View full territory analysisThat 1 Painter currently operates 271 locations (2025 FDD) (265 franchised, 6 company-owned). The system grew by 266.2% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 103.8%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for That 1 Painter is 1.1% (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 That 1 Painter FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2025 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $556K (average: $666K).
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for That 1 Painter is 10 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 1 time for 10-year periods. The total potential term is 20 years.
View full contract analysisThat 1 Painter's post-termination non-compete clause restricts former franchisees from operating a competing business for 2 years within 25 miles of the former location (2025 FDD).
View full legal analysisNo, That 1 Painter's franchise agreement does not require mandatory arbitration (2025 FDD). Disputes may be resolved through litigation. The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisThat 1 Painter provides 40 hours of initial training over approximately 1 weeks (2025 FDD). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.
View full support analysisThat 1 Painter 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.
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