About Disaster Blaster National Franchise
Disaster Blaster is a property restoration franchise that provides emergency cleanup and repair services for homes and businesses affected by water damage, fire, mold, and storms.
The brand began franchising in 2022, offering entrepreneurs a chance to build a business in the essential and always in demand restoration industry.
The franchise fee starts at $47,500 for a base territory of approximately 150,000 people, with options to expand the territory for an additional investment up to $55,000.
Disaster Blaster National Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$136K
Average Investment
$190K
Maximum Investment
$243K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $47,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | As applicable, 3% of Gross Sales attributable to the provision of construction, repairs and remodeling services; or For all other services, the greater of 6% of Gross Sales attributable to all other services; and Subject to the Minimum Monthly Royalty Fee Requirement; and The Royalty Rate for Out of Territory Customers is the applicable rate above plus 1% of Gross Sales for Out of Territory Customers. of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Currently, the greater of 3% of Gross Sales or $500 per month (Brand Development Fund) and a minimum of 2% of Gross Sales per month, but not less than $1,500 per month (Franchisee Directed Local Marketing). Combined Brand Development Fund and Local Marketing expenditure will not exceed in the aggregate 10% of your monthly Gross Sales. | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $136,320 – $242,701 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $136K–$243K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (As applicable, 3% of Gross Sales attributable to the provision of construction, repairs and remodeling services; or For all other services, the greater of 6% of Gross Sales attributable to all other services; and Subject to the Minimum Monthly Royalty Fee Requirement; and The Royalty Rate for Out of Territory Customers is the applicable rate above plus 1% of Gross Sales for Out of Territory Customers.) and marketing fee (Currently, the greater of 3% of Gross Sales or $500 per month (Brand Development Fund) and a minimum of 2% of Gross Sales per month, but not less than $1,500 per month (Franchisee Directed Local Marketing). Combined Brand Development Fund and Local Marketing expenditure will not exceed in the aggregate 10% of your monthly Gross Sales.) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $47,500 | $47,500 |
| Service Expansion Fee | $0 | $10,500 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements | $0 | $1,000 |
| Lease Deposits – Three Months | $0 | $6,667 |
| Utility Deposit | $0 | $420 |
| Furniture and Fixtures | $150 | $2,200 |
| Equipment Package | $35,000 | $45,000 |
| General Equipment | $3,240 | $3,639 |
| Initial Inventory | $0 | $500 |
| Signage | $0 | $1,500 |
| Computer and Point of Sales System | $4,076 | $51,750 |
| Software System | $3,500 | $7,300 |
| Grand Opening Marketing | $2,000 | $2,500 |
| Insurance Deposits – 12 Months | $6,500 | $7,500 |
| Travel for Initial Training | $920 | $1,375 |
| Professional Fees | $2,000 | $3,000 |
| Service Vehicle | $3,334 | $6,350 |
| Licenses and Permits | $1,600 | $3,700 |
| Additional Funds – Three Months | $30,000 | $45,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $20,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $2,000 |
| Technology Fee | Currently $250 per month for a Base Territory. |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit (if underreporting of 2% or greater) |
| Franchisee Directed Local Marketing | Currently, a minimum of 2% of Gross Sales per month, but not less than $1,500 per month, subject to increase. |
| Local and Regional Advertising Cooperatives | As established by cooperative members |
| Contact Center | Up to $50 per prospective customer referred |
| Customer Service and Refunds | Varies under the circumstances |
| Annual Conference Attendance Fee | Our then current conference fee, not greater than $1,000. |
| Additional Employee Initial Training | Our then current training fee, currently $2,500 per additional person, plus expenses incurred. |
| Supplemental Training | Our then current daily rate per trainer, plus expenses we incur. Current rate is $500 per day |
| Digital Advertising Program Fee | The then current fees, not less than $300 per month, not currently assessed. |
| Reporting Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence |
| Operational Non-Compliance | $450 to $1,000 per occurrence |
| Payment Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence |
| Interest | 18% per annum from due date |
| Quality Assurance Audit | Actual costs incurred by us |
| Service Expansion Fee | $1,500 per additional Service Added |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 5 days |
| Classroom Training | 29 |
| On-the-Job Training | 21 |
| Training Location | Scranton, Pennsylvania |
| Additional Training | Franchisor may require franchisees and/or Operating Managers to participate in supplemental on-site training, especially if performance standards are not met. This training costs $500 per trainer per day, plus travel and accommodation expenses. Initial training for replacement Operating Managers is also required at a fee of $2,500 per person. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Population of approximately 150,000 people for a Base Territory, with an option to add up to 49,999 additional people. |
| Description | Franchisee receives a designated operating territory, typically a Base Territory with a population of approximately 150,000 people. The size can be supplemented with additional population for an increased fee. While not exclusive (franchisor reserves rights to operate different brands or channels), the franchisor will not operate or grant another Disaster Blaster franchisee the right to operate using the Licensed Marks within the franchisee's designated operating territory, provided the franchisee is not in default. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 5 years |
| Renewal Term | 5 years |
| Renewal Fee | $2,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, franchisee must be in compliance with the Franchise Agreement, provide 180 days prior written notice, sign the then-current Franchise Agreement and related agreements, sign a general release, pay the renewal fee, and meet all other renewal requirements. Owners and their spouses must also guarantee the terms of the renewal agreement. |
| Transfer Fee | $20,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Transfers require franchisor's prior written consent, which may be granted or withheld at their discretion. Conditions include: 30 days prior written notice, franchisee and owners not in default, all monetary obligations satisfied, transferee bound by agreement, transferee owners/spouses guarantee obligations, franchisee/owners/spouses sign general release, transferee executes current FDD, transferee improves/modifies Operations Center, transferee/managers complete training, payment of transfer fee, franchisor approval of terms/price, transferee employees sign confidentiality, subordination of franchisee's financing, compliance with laws. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate for cause. Curable defaults (10 or 30 days to cure) include failure to pay fees, timely lease location, timely open, operate according to manuals, comply with laws, maintain insurance, or comply with operational standards. Non-curable defaults include repeated curable defaults, intentional refusal to comply, operating in violation of health/safety laws, abandonment, material misstatements, unauthorized transfer, disclosure of confidential information, dishonest conduct, breach of other agreements, failure to complete training, misuse of marks, or bankruptcy. |
| Non-Compete Period | 24 months |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term and for 24 months after termination or expiration, franchisee (and owners/spouses) cannot have any involvement, ownership, or interest in any competing business within their Operating Territory, a 25-mile radius of their Operating Territory, or the operating territory of any other Disaster Blaster Business. They must also comply with confidentiality, non-disclosure, and non-solicitation covenants. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The Managing Owner (managing shareholder or partner for a Corporate Entity) must be personally responsible for the daily management and supervision of the Franchised Business, dedicating full-time efforts and being on-site. Franchisees may hire a manager if they meet franchisor standards, complete training, and sign confidentiality/non-compete agreements. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisee must purchase System Supplies, Branded Items and Marketing Materials, Point of Sale System, Business Management System, Computer Equipment, Credit Card Processing, Service Vehicles, and Insurance from franchisor or designated/approved suppliers. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisee may only offer and sell designated Approved Services and Products and must use only authorized products, supplies, equipment, technology systems, and services. Operations must strictly conform to the Franchise Agreement and the methods, standards, specifications, and sources of supply prescribed in the Manuals. |
| 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 December 31, 2022, no revenue has been received from direct sales to franchisees or from suppliers for franchisee purchases of restricted products/services. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | No financing offered or guaranteed by the franchisor. |
Disaster Blaster National Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$538K
Median Revenue
$538K
Revenue Range
$464K – $609K
Sample Size
1 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Disaster Blaster National Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordDisaster Blaster National 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.
Disaster Blaster National System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
1
Disaster Blaster National 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
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)
0
Net Income
$-52,241
Total Assets
$69K
Audited by MONIS J. SIDDIQUI, CPA P.C. for year ending December 31.
Disaster Blaster National Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Disaster Blaster National franchise ranges from $136,320 to $242,701, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $47,500. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Disaster Blaster National charges a royalty fee of As applicable, 3% of Gross Sales attributable to the provision of construction, repairs and remodeling services; or For all other services, the greater of 6% of Gross Sales attributable to all other services; and Subject to the Minimum Monthly Royalty Fee Requirement; and The Royalty Rate for Out of Territory Customers is the applicable rate above plus 1% of Gross Sales for Out of Territory Customers. of gross sales, plus a Currently, the greater of 3% of Gross Sales or $500 per month (Brand Development Fund) and a minimum of 2% of Gross Sales per month, but not less than $1,500 per month (Franchisee Directed Local Marketing). Combined Brand Development Fund and Local Marketing expenditure will not exceed in the aggregate 10% of your monthly Gross Sales. contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Disaster Blaster National 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 Disaster Blaster National to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Disaster Blaster National franchise owners report average revenue of $538K and median revenue of $538K. This is based on a sample of 1 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Disaster Blaster National has been franchising since 2022. The FDD shows an investment range of $136,320-$242,701, a As applicable, 3% of Gross Sales attributable to the provision of construction, repairs and remodeling services; or For all other services, the greater of 6% of Gross Sales attributable to all other services; and Subject to the Minimum Monthly Royalty Fee Requirement; and The Royalty Rate for Out of Territory Customers is the applicable rate above plus 1% of Gross Sales for Out of Territory Customers. 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 $47,500 and the total investment ranges from $136,320 to $242,701 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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