16 frequently asked questions answered with data from the 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document.
The total initial investment to open a WIN Home Inspection franchise ranges from $38K to $46K (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 WIN Home Inspection is $15K (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 WIN Home Inspection 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Always review the most current FDD and consult with a franchise attorney before making investment decisions.
No, WIN Home Inspection does not require franchisees to have dedicated real estate (2025 FDD). This can significantly reduce startup costs and ongoing overhead.
View full investment analysisWIN Home Inspection charges a royalty fee of 7.0% 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 WIN Home Inspection franchise is approximately 11.0% of gross sales (2025 FDD). This includes the royalty fee, a 4.0% marketing/advertising fund contribution, a $425/month technology fee, and other recurring charges.
View full fees analysisWIN Home Inspection 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 WIN Home Inspection franchisor has no bankruptcy filings in their disclosure history (2025 FDD).
View full litigation analysisWIN Home Inspection 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 analysisWIN Home Inspection currently operates 271 locations (2025 FDD) (271 franchised, 0 company-owned). The system grew by 1.1% over the past year. The 3-year compound annual growth rate is 4.6%.
View full growth analysisThe 1-year franchisee turnover rate for WIN Home Inspection is 10.3% (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 WIN Home Inspection FDD Item 19 financial performance representation (2025 FDD), the median gross sales per unit is $193K (average: $244K).
View full financials analysisThe initial franchise agreement term for WIN Home Inspection is 7 years (2025 FDD). Franchisees can renew 1 time for 7-year periods. The total potential term is 14 years.
View full contract analysisWIN Home Inspection'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, WIN Home Inspection's franchise agreement requires mandatory arbitration for dispute resolution (2025 FDD). The agreement includes a jury trial waiver.
View full legal analysisWIN Home Inspection provides 269 hours of initial training (2025 FDD). Ongoing field support is provided on a as-needed basis.
View full support analysisYes, WIN Home Inspection 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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