About Coverall (N.G.T.) Franchise
Coverall is a commercial janitorial and cleaning franchise offering a comprehensive range of services including routine cleaning, hard floor and carpet care, window cleaning, upholstery care, odor control, and advanced electrostatic disinfection.
The brand targets commercial offices and buildings in need of professional cleaning services.
The franchise fee ranges from $5,000 to $40,320, and the brand has been franchising since 1990.
Coverall (N.G.T.) Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$8K
Average Investment
$30K
Maximum Investment
$52K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $5,000 - $40,320 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Monthly Billings of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 0% or None | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $8,177 – $52,222 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $8K–$52K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Monthly Billings) and marketing fee (0% or None) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $5,000 | $40,320 |
| Initial Equipment and Supply Package | $996 | $1,985 |
| Franchise Application Fee | $150 | $150 |
| Corporate Filings, Banking, Business License, Assumed Name Filings, and Permits | $175 | $475 |
| Office Supplies and Equipment | $100 | $1,000 |
| Apparel | $0 | $100 |
| Vehicle | $225 | $900 |
| Insurance | $217 | $692 |
| Automobile Insurance | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Misc. Pre-Opening Costs | $0 | $200 |
| Additional Funds (4 months) | $314 | $3,400 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $1,500 |
| Renewal Fee | None |
| Audit Fee | Will vary |
| Administrative Fee | 10% of Gross Monthly Billings |
| Initial Equipment and Supply Package | $996.00 - $1,985.00 (plus sales tax) |
| Sales and Marketing Fee for Additional Business | 3.3 times one month's billing of the additional volume |
| Operating Advance Fee | Up to 10% of the amount advanced |
| Retraining | $50.00 per course |
| Premium Account Fee | Monthly fee of up to 10% of Gross Monthly Billings |
| Special Services Finder's Fee | A one-time fee per service of 15% of total special services contract price |
| Bid and Negotiation Fee | First month's revenue from contract |
| Transfer Fee for Keys Not Returned | $500 per day |
| General Liability Insurance and Bonding | $52 - $292 monthly |
| Workers’ Compensation Insurance and Employer's Liability Insurance | 3.0% to 4.0% of Gross Monthly Billings |
| Attorneys' Fees and Costs | Will vary |
| Indemnification | Will vary |
| Customer Account Transfer Fee | 10% of the regular monthly revenue under the transferred account, not to exceed $100 per transferred account |
| Franchise Application Fee | At least $150.00 per franchise applicant |
| Credit Card Fee | 3% of amount paid by customers by credit card |
| Audit Expense | Will vary |
| Electronic Fund Transfer Fee | $9.99 per transaction |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 40+ hours over up to 8 weeks |
| Classroom Training | 25-39 |
| On-the-Job Training | 12 |
| Training Location | Regional Support Centers or other designated facilities and/or in customer facilities, usually within 35 miles of your residence. Support centers are located in Pensacola, Florida; Louisville, Kentucky; Lexington, Kentucky; Mobile, Alabama; Columbia, Maryland; Camp Hill, Pennsylvania; Williamsville, New York; and Pittsford, New York. |
| Additional Training | Additional training programs and certifications are available, including advanced training. These may be mandatory in Coverall’s sole discretion and can include courses introducing new methods and certification requirements. There is no cost for additional training unless retraining is required due to franchisee's failure to properly implement the system, repeated customer account loss, or customer complaints, in which case a fee of $50.00 per course may apply. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Franchisee may conduct its business solely in the area(s) in which the Coverall office, through which the Franchisee has purchased the Coverall franchise, conducts business. |
| Description | Franchisees operate in specific counties and cities within Alabama, Florida, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Mississippi, New York, and Pennsylvania. Examples include Baldwin, Escambia, and Mobile Counties in Alabama; Washington, Bay, Escambia, Santa Rosa, Holmes, Okaloosa, and Walton Counties in Florida; and Erie, Chautauga, Genesee, Niagra, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, and Wayne Counties in New York. The franchisor reserves the right to solicit customers within these territories through various marketing channels without compensation to the franchisee. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 20 years |
| Renewal Term | Whatever then-current franchise agreement provides |
| Renewal Fee | None |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, the franchisee must provide written notice 90-180 days before expiration, not be in default, and execute a general release. They must sign the then-current Coverall Franchise Agreement, which may have materially different terms (e.g., higher fees), but no additional franchise or renewal fee will be charged, and no initial business volume will be provided. |
| Transfer Fee | $1,500 |
| Transfer Conditions | Transfers require the franchisor's written consent, which will not be unreasonably withheld. Conditions include providing copies of transfer agreements, no existing defaults, a qualified transferee, payment of the transfer fee, execution of a new franchise agreement, a general release, and non-competition agreements. |
| Termination for Cause | Termination can occur for material breach of the agreement, discontinuance of customer services for cause, violation of operating standards, uncured or repeated customer complaints, failure to service a customer, insolvency or bankruptcy, unauthorized transfer, abandonment of business, certain criminal charges, breach of non-competition covenants, failure to meet monthly revenue requirements, misrepresentation on the franchise application, or death/incapacity of the franchisee under certain circumstances. |
| Non-Compete Period | 18 months |
| Non-Compete Details | During the franchise term, the franchisee and its owners/family members are prohibited from engaging in or having a financial interest in any competing commercial janitorial or related cleaning business anywhere. After termination or expiration, for 18 months, they cannot solicit any customer serviced by the franchisee or another Coverall franchisee/subcontractor during the preceding year. They are also prohibited from competing, directly or indirectly, in any county located partially or entirely within, or contiguous to, any city or county Coverall serves, or within a 100-mile radius of the servicing Coverall office, whichever is greater. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | Coverall does not require personal supervision but strongly recommends direct participation in management, supervision, and operation. An operating manager/supervisor is not required to have an equity interest but must complete the training program to the franchisor's satisfaction. Franchisees are independent contractors, and their owners/employees are not considered employees of Coverall. |
| Required Suppliers | You are required to purchase equipment, chemicals, supplies, and apparel in accordance with our specifications, through Coverall or another approved supplier. |
| Supply Restrictions | Due to quality control and branding considerations, you must purchase or lease and use in your franchised business your supplies and equipment according to our specifications as set forth in the directives issued from time to time and/or as published and revised from time to time in the Franchised Business Policies and Procedures Manual. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $2,520,557 or 18% of Coverall’s total revenues of $14,208,265 in 2021 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | Coverall offers financing for the initial franchise fee, equipment purchases, and the cost of purchasing additional business. For the initial fee, amounts financed range from $5,000 to $18,063.36, with down payments from $0 to $22,256.64, over 24-48 months at 12% interest. Equipment purchases can be financed up to 100% over up to 12 months at 18% interest. Additional business fees (sales and marketing, bid and negotiation) can be financed up to 50% over up to 9 months at 12% interest. All financing requires a guarantee, and default can lead to late penalties, acceleration of amounts due, and attorneys' fees. |
Coverall (N.G.T.) Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Coverall (N.G.T.) 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.
Coverall (N.G.T.) 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.
Coverall (N.G.T.) Litigation & Risk Flags
5 Pending Actions ListedReview the full FDD for details on pending litigation.
Bankruptcy History DisclosedA bankruptcy disclosure is present in this FDD.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Coverall (N.G.T.) System Growth
Total Units
453
Franchised
453
Company-Owned
0
Coverall (N.G.T.) currently operates 453 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 58 | 41 | 397 |
| 2020 | 66 | 43 | 420 |
| 2021 | 63 | 30 | 453 |
Transfers: 2 | Closures: 30
State Registrations
Registered in 8 states: AL, FL, IN, KY, MD, MS, NY, PA
Coverall (N.G.T.) Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Coverall (N.G.T.) franchise ranges from $8,177 to $52,222, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $5,000 - $40,320. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Coverall (N.G.T.) charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Monthly Billings of gross sales, plus a 0% or None contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Coverall (N.G.T.) 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 Coverall (N.G.T.) to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Coverall (N.G.T.) 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.
Coverall (N.G.T.) has been franchising since 1990. The FDD shows an investment range of $8,177-$52,222, a 5% of Gross Monthly Billings royalty, and no Item 19 earnings disclosure. There are 5 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 $5,000 - $40,320 and the total investment ranges from $8,177 to $52,222 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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