About Deer Solution Franchise
Deer Solution is a niche home services franchise providing all natural deer repellent treatments and comprehensive deer damage control for residential and commercial properties.
The business operates through mobile service units that deliver on site treatments using environmentally friendly products to protect landscapes and gardens from deer damage.
The franchise fee is $40,000, and the company has been franchising since 2022.
Deer Solution Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$97K
Average Investment
$115K
Maximum Investment
$133K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 10% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 3% of Gross Sales, currently 2% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $97,282 – $133,377 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $97K–$133K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (10% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Up to 3% of Gross Sales, currently 2% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements | $0 | $2,000 |
| Lease Deposits – 3 Months | $0 | $900 |
| Furniture and Fixtures | $0 | $2,000 |
| Utility Deposit | $0 | $150 |
| Equipment | $1,764 | $3,775 |
| Initial Inventory | $4,270 | $6,538 |
| Signage | $2,800 | $3,500 |
| Computer, Software and Business Management System | $1,960 | $2,481 |
| Grand Opening Marketing | $20,000 | $20,000 |
| Insurance Deposits – 3 Months | $313 | $1,250 |
| Travel for Initial Training | $1,000 | $3,100 |
| Professional Fees | $3,000 | $7,000 |
| Licenses and Permits | $500 | $1,500 |
| Printing, Stationery and Office Supplies | $800 | $1,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 months | $20,875 | $38,183 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 50% of our then current franchise fee for all transfers |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of our then current franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | Up to $50 per week, currently not assessed |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit |
| Franchisee Directed Local Marketing | 7% of annual Gross Sales, but not less than $25,000 per year |
| Professional Referral Fee | 10% of ongoing Gross Sales from the lead |
| Local and Regional Advertising Cooperatives | As established by cooperative members |
| Software | $125 per month |
| Sales and Support Center | Greater of 8.5% of monthly Gross Sales or $350 per month |
| Customer Service and Refunds | Varies |
| Annual Conference Attendance Fee | Not greater than $1,500 |
| Additional Employee Initial Training | $500 per person per day |
| Supplemental Training | $500 per day plus expenses |
| Interest | 18% per annum from due date |
| Reporting Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence |
| Operations Non-Compliance | $450 to $1,000 per occurrence |
| Payment Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence |
| Non-compliance | Actual fees, costs, and expenses |
| Legal Fees and Expenses | Costs and expenses |
| Quality Assurance Audit | Actual costs incurred by us |
| Management Service | 20% of Gross Sales, plus expenses |
| Collections | Actual fees, costs, and expenses |
| NSF Check Fee of Failed Electronic Fund Transfer | $50 per violation |
| Indemnification | Actual cost incurred by us |
| Post-Termination or Post-Expiration Expenses | Costs and expenses |
| Testing or Supplier Approval Fee | Actual fees, costs, and expenses |
| Operations Manual Replacement Fee | $500 |
| Relocation | Costs and expenses |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 1 week |
| Classroom Training | 19 |
| On-the-Job Training | 21 |
| Training Location | Fairfield, New Jersey |
| Additional Training | Supplemental on-site training may be required or requested, costing $500 per trainer per day plus expenses. System-wide training programs may also be required, up to 5 days per calendar year, with franchisees responsible for travel and expenses. Additional initial training for more than two individuals costs $500 per person per day. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | approximately 40,000 targeted households |
| Description | Franchisees are granted a non-exclusive operating territory, generally a geographic area containing approximately 40,000 targeted households, identified by zip code, boundary streets, highways, county lines, or other demarcations. While the franchisor will not open or grant another franchisee the right to open a Deer Solution Business within the franchisee's operating territory (excluding Closed Markets), the franchisee may face competition from company-owned outlets, other channels of distribution, or competitive brands controlled by the franchisor. The franchisor retains Reserved Rights to operate or franchise outside the territory, in Closed Markets, through alternative channels, or for Corporate Accounts, without compensation to the franchisee. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 7 years |
| Renewal Term | one additional 7 year term |
| Renewal Fee | 10% of our then current franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, the franchisee must be in compliance with all agreements, provide 180 days' written notice, demonstrate ability to operate, satisfy maintenance/upgrade obligations, pay the renewal fee, sign the then-current franchise and ancillary agreements (which may differ materially), execute a general release, and complete any additional training required by the franchisor. |
| Transfer Fee | 50% of our then current franchise fee for all transfers |
| Transfer Conditions | Transfers require prior written consent from the franchisor, which may be withheld in its discretion. Conditions include: 30 days' prior written notice, satisfaction of all monetary obligations, no existing defaults, transferee's agreement to be bound by all terms, personal guarantees from transferee's owners and spouses, execution of a general release, upgrade of the administrative office, completion of training by transferee, payment of the transfer fee, franchisor's approval of transfer terms, and compliance with all applicable laws. |
| Termination for Cause | The franchisor can terminate for various defaults. Automatic termination occurs for bankruptcy or insolvency events. Termination with written notice (no cure period) can occur for 3 or more curable defaults, intentional non-compliance, health/safety violations, abandonment, material misrepresentation, unauthorized transfer, disclosure of confidential information, conduct harming the brand, felony conviction, or violation of Anti-Terrorism Laws. Termination with a 10-day cure period applies to failure to pay fees or suppliers. Termination with a 30-day cure period applies to other breaches, failure to secure an approved location, failure to open on time, non-compliance with operational standards, legal violations, insurance failures, or underreporting of Gross Sales by 5% or more. |
| Non-Compete Period | 24 months |
| Non-Compete Details | During the franchise term, the franchisee and its owners/spouses are prohibited from having any legal or equitable interest in, or operating/managing, any competitive business (except for a passive 3% or less interest in a publicly traded company). Post-termination or expiration, this non-compete extends for 24 months, prohibiting involvement in any competitive business within the former operating territory, a 25-mile radius around it, or a 25-mile radius of any other Deer Solution Business. Confidentiality, non-disclosure, and non-solicitation covenants also apply. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchisee, or if a Corporate Entity, its Managing Owner (who must hold at least 25% equity), is required to be personally responsible for the daily management and supervision of the Franchised Business. Management functions can be delegated to an approved Operating Manager who has completed initial training and meets franchisor criteria. All Owners and their spouses must personally guarantee the franchisee's obligations. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase initial and ongoing System Supplies from the franchisor, its affiliates (APS Innovates, LLC for deer repellent and central purchasing; Two Knights Media, Inc. for software, media development, marketing management, website design, and SEO services), or designated approved suppliers. Other source-restricted goods and services include branded items and marketing materials, business management systems and computer equipment, credit card processing, computer systems, sales and support center services, service vehicles, and insurance. |
| Supply Restrictions | Approximately 70% of initial purchases and leases, and 40% of ongoing operating expenses, are estimated to be from franchisor-specified or designated suppliers. The franchisor reserves the right to designate exclusive suppliers, including itself or its affiliates, for any items. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | Franchisor and/or its affiliates may receive rebates, payments, and other material benefits from suppliers based on franchisee purchases. As of the FDD issuance date, no revenue has been received from suppliers of franchisee purchases of source-restricted products or services. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing, nor does it guarantee any note, lease, or other obligation on behalf of the franchisee. |
Deer Solution Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$1.7M
Sample Size
1 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Deer Solution Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordDeer Solution has no pending litigation actions listed in their FDD. There is also no bankruptcy history disclosed.
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
Deer Solution System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
1
Deer Solution currently operates 0 franchised locations and 1 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 23 states: CA, CT, FL, HI, IL, IN, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, NE, NY, NC, ND, RI, SC, SD, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Total Assets
$100K
Audited by Metwally CPA PLLC for year ending December 31.
Deer Solution Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Deer Solution franchise ranges from $97,282 to $133,377, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $40,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Deer Solution charges a royalty fee of 10% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a Up to 3% of Gross Sales, currently 2% of Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Deer Solution 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 Deer Solution to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Deer Solution franchise owners report average revenue of $1.7M. This is based on a sample of 1 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Deer Solution has been franchising since 2022. The FDD shows an investment range of $97,282-$133,377, a 10% of Gross Sales royalty, and includes an Item 19 earnings disclosure. There is no pending litigation. Review the full FDD and contact current franchisees listed in Item 20 before making any investment decision.
The franchise fee is $40,000 and the total investment ranges from $97,282 to $133,377 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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