About Butler Ventures Franchise
Stratus Building Solutions of Green Bay/Appleton is a commercial cleaning and maintenance franchise that grants independent business owners the right to provide comprehensive cleaning and maintenance services to interior and exterior environments of business and residential locations.
Franchisees perform regular cleaning services including dusting, sweeping, waxing, buffing, and sanitizing, as well as specialty maintenance-related services such as carpet care, floor care, window washing, and wall cleaning.
Target customers are principally businesses located in commercial offices and buildings, but may also include residential properties within the Green Bay/Appleton area.
Butler Ventures Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$5K
Average Investment
$42K
Maximum Investment
$80K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $3,600 to $69,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Billings of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of Gross Billings (not currently imposed) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $4,725 – $79,750 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $5K–$80K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Billings) and marketing fee (1% of Gross Billings (not currently imposed)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $3,600 | $69,000 |
| Brand Certification Program Expenses | $0 | $500 |
| Professional Costs | $150 | $2,000 |
| Real Estate | $0 | $750 |
| Vehicle | $0 | $500 |
| Insurance | $100 | $2,500 |
| Equipment & Supply Starter Package | $650 | $2,000 |
| Business Licenses | $75 | $500 |
| Additional Funds (4 months) | $150 | $2,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 5% of yearly Gross Billings of Customer Contracts being sold/transferred, minimum $750; or 10% of sales price if transfer of 10% or more ownership |
| Renewal Fee | No renewal fee |
| Administration Fee | 10% of Gross Billings |
| Business Insurance Fee (Optional) | 5% of Gross Billings |
| Additional Customer Contracts - Account Acquisition Fee | Varies based on monthly billing difference multiplied by 3, 4, or 5 |
| Name Changes - Additions/Deletions | $250 flat fee |
| Customer Contract Transfer Fee | $50 administration fee plus greater of $100 or 10% of prior month billings |
| Customer Requested Troubled Transfer Fee | $50 administration and $75 complaint fee plus greater of $100 or 10% of prior month billings |
| Account Abandonment Fee | Loss of all revenue owed plus Customer Requested Troubled Transfer fee |
| Complaint Fees | $75 for second or more complaints within 120 calendar days |
| Failure to Service Fee | Greater of $75 or 10% of prior month billings under Customer Contract |
| Service Fee | $50 per hour for fixing issues; $50 for late monthly statements; $25 for late customer evaluations |
| Account Cancellation for Cause Fee | $50 admin + $75 complaint + escalating percentage of monthly Gross Billings |
| Isolated (Special) Services Fee | 10% of the price for services stated in the contract |
| Re-Certification Fee | $75 per class |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 14.5 hours total (Brand Certification Program) |
| Classroom Training | 8 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 6.5 hours |
| Training Location | Stratus Green Bay/Appleton's office or at a local Customer's office |
| Additional Training | Additional training available under Brand Certification Program at franchisor's discretion. Group seminars available from time to time at no cost. Re-certification may be required for performance issues ($75 per class). |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Description | Franchisees are assigned a Territory described in the Franchise Agreement, but it is not exclusive. Stratus Green Bay/Appleton may grant other Stratus franchises in the same Territory. Performance of services under the Stratus name is limited to the locations of Customer Contracts designated for the franchisee. May not service Customers or Customer Contracts outside the Territory. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 12 years |
| Renewal Term | Subject to signing a new franchise agreement (which may have materially different terms and conditions) |
| Renewal Fee | No additional franchise fee or renewal fee required |
| Renewal Conditions | Must be in good standing, notify franchisor of intent to renew at least 180 days and no more than 60 days prior to expiration, sign new franchise agreement at least 30 days prior to expiration, no default under Franchise Agreement, update equipment and supplies |
| Transfer Fee | 5% of yearly Gross Billings of Customer Contracts being sold/transferred, minimum $750; or 10% of sales price for 10%+ ownership transfer |
| Transfer Conditions | New franchisee qualifies, transfer fee paid, purchase agreement approved, Brand Certification Program arranged, release signed by seller and current agreement signed by new franchisee |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate if franchisee is in default. Curable defaults: 10 days to cure; includes failure to meet obligations, one or more discontinuances of a Customer Contract without prior consent, attempt to assign agreement or assets without prior consent, breach of Franchise Agreement. Non-curable defaults: conviction of felony, insolvency, voluntary abandonment. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years after expiration or termination |
| Non-Compete Details | For 2 years after expiration or termination, prohibited from within the Territory or 20 miles from the Territory: (i) diverting, soliciting, or attempting to divert or solicit any business or customer; or (ii) providing commercial cleaning and maintenance services to any Customer currently serviced by franchisee, any other franchisee, or other person under the System and Marks within the previous 18-month period. During the term, prohibited within the Territory or 20 miles. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Must participate in the operation and management of the day-to-day functions of the Franchised Business. One owner holding at least 50% ownership must be named as managing owner and must be in charge of directing operations. Each owner, manager, and supervisor must complete the Brand Certification Program. |
| Required Suppliers | Must purchase professional cleaning chemicals, supplies, and equipment from approved vendors. Stratus has developed its own private branded chemicals that all unit franchisees must use. Must purchase basic starter package from approved vendor. |
| Supply Restrictions | Must purchase or lease equipment according to Stratus specifications. Must purchase certain chemicals and supplies according to specifications outlined in the Franchise Agreement and Brand Standards Manual. Non-approved items require a Request for Approval. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | SBS Franchising received rebates of approximately $3,854.57 from its supplier of green cleaning chemicals, Nyco. Stratus Green Bay/Appleton had revenues of approximately $0 from sale of equipment, chemicals, supplies, insurance, or uniforms to Unit Franchisees. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | Stratus Green Bay/Appleton may finance the initial franchise fee and the Account Acquisition Fee. Initial franchise fee financing: $3,000-$22,000 financed depending on franchise plan, 3-year term, 15%-18% interest rate, secured by franchise assets via promissory note. Account Acquisition Fee financing: amount depends on Customer Contracts acquired, up to 3-year term, 15%-18% interest rate (loan option at 12%), secured by franchise assets. |
Butler Ventures Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Butler Ventures does not make an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. This means they do not disclose revenue, profit, or earnings data for franchised locations. Before investing, ask the franchisor directly for franchisee contact information so you can speak with existing owners about their actual financial performance.
Butler Ventures does not include an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD. Contact information for current and former franchisees is listed in Item 20 of the FDD.
Butler Ventures Litigation & Risk Flags
1 Pending Action ListedReview the full FDD for details on pending litigation.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Butler Ventures System Growth
Total Units
14
Franchised
14
Company-Owned
0
Butler Ventures currently operates 14 franchised locations and 0 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 14 | 0 | 14 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 16 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, MO, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Butler Ventures Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Butler Ventures franchise ranges from $4,725 to $79,750, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $3,600 to $69,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Butler Ventures charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Billings of gross sales, plus a 1% of Gross Billings (not currently imposed) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Butler Ventures Franchise Disclosure Document free on this page. The FDD is a public document filed with state franchise registries. Always also request the current FDD directly from Butler Ventures to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Butler Ventures does not provide an Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, which means they do not disclose franchisee revenue or earnings data. Prospective investors should contact existing franchisees directly (listed in Item 20 of the FDD) to gather real-world financial performance information.
Butler Ventures has been franchising since 2024. The FDD shows an investment range of $4,725-$79,750, a 5% of Gross Billings royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 1 pending litigation action(s). Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $3,600 to $69,000 and the total investment ranges from $4,725 to $79,750 depending on location size and market. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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