About Dryer Vent Squad Franchise
Dryer Vent Squad is a home services franchise focused exclusively on dryer vent cleaning, inspection, repair, and installation.
The brand began franchising in 2021, offering a simple, specialized service that addresses an often overlooked but critical home safety need, since clogged dryer vents are one of the leading causes of residential fires.
The franchise fee is $35,000 for a single territory or $70,000 for a double territory.
Dryer Vent Squad Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$52K
Average Investment
$60K
Maximum Investment
$68K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 (Single Territory) or $70,000 (Double Territory) | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | Greater of 7% of Gross Sales or Minimum Monthly Royalty Fee of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 2% of Gross Sales, currently not assessed | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $52,050 – $68,400 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $52K–$68K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (Greater of 7% of Gross Sales or Minimum Monthly Royalty Fee) and marketing fee (Up to 2% of Gross Sales, currently not assessed) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $35,000 | $35,000 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements | $0 | $2,000 |
| Equipment | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Initial Inventory | $2,400 | $2,400 |
| Computer, Software and Point of Sales System | $150 | $500 |
| Service Vehicle | $1,000 | $4,000 |
| Start-Up Marketing – 3 Months | $5,500 | $5,500 |
| Insurance Deposits – 3 Months | $500 | $3,000 |
| Travel for Initial Training | $500 | $2,000 |
| Professional Fees | $500 | $1,500 |
| Licenses and Permits | $500 | $1,500 |
| Additional Funds – 3 months | $5,000 | $10,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 if transferee is an existing franchisee; $12,500 for all other transfers |
| Renewal Fee | 5% of our then current initial franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | Currently $115 per month |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit plus expensed incurred, if underreporting of 2% or greater |
| Franchisee Directed Local Marketing | Greater of 2% of Gross Sales or Minimum Monthly Local Marketing Requirement ($1,500/month for Single Territory, $3,000/month for Double Territory) |
| Local and Regional Advertising Cooperatives | Up to 2% of monthly Gross Sales, currently not assessed |
| Contact Center | Up to 3% of monthly Gross Sales, currently not assessed |
| Customer Service and Refunds | Varies under the circumstances |
| Annual Conference Attendance | Our then current conference fee, but not greater than $1,500. Currently not assessed. |
| Additional Employee Initial Training | Currently $500 per person per day |
| Supplemental Training | Our then current daily fee per trainer, plus our expenses. Current rate is $250 per day |
| Reporting Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence |
| Operations Non-Compliance | $450 to $1,000 per occurrence plus costs |
| Payment Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence |
| NSF Check Fee of Failed Electronic Fund Transfer | 5% of amount or $50, whichever is greater, or maximum fee allowed by law |
| Interest | 18% per annum from due date |
| Quality Assurance Audit | Actual costs incurred by us |
| Collections | Actual fees, costs, and expenses |
| Reimbursement | Costs and expenses incurred by us, plus 10% of the costs and expenses incurred |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 25 hours over 3 days |
| Classroom Training | 16 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 9 hours |
| Training Location | Nashville, Tennessee |
| Additional Training | Franchisee or Managing Owner and one manager must complete initial training. Additional attendees cost $500 per person per day. Franchisees must attend refresher or system-wide training courses as designated by franchisor (not more than 5 days per calendar year), covering their own travel and expenses. Supplemental on-site training may be required or requested at $250 per trainer per day plus expenses. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Single Territory: 250,000 to 350,000 people; Double Territory: 750,000 to 1,000,000 people |
| Description | Franchisees are granted a non-exclusive right to operate within a designated operating territory. While the franchisor will not open or grant another franchisee the right to open a Dryer Vent Squad Business using the Licensed Marks within the franchisee's operating territory, the franchisor reserves rights to operate or franchise under different brands, use alternative distribution channels (e.g., internet), and service corporate accounts within the territory. Franchisees may provide services in 'Open Areas' (within a 10-mile radius of their territory, not an Assigned Area) with prior written approval, but cannot directly solicit outside their territory. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | Two additional 5-year renewal terms |
| Renewal Fee | 5% of our then current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | To renew, franchisee must be in compliance with the Franchise Agreement, provide 180-270 days prior written notice, sign the then-current franchise agreement and related agreements, sign a general release (or estoppel letter if prohibited by law), pay the renewal fee, and meet all other renewal requirements. Owners must also be in compliance and personally guarantee the new agreement. |
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 if the transferee is an existing franchisee; $12,500 for all other transfers |
| Transfer Conditions | Transfers require prior written consent from the franchisor. Conditions include: 30 days prior written notice, all monetary and other obligations satisfied, no default, transferee meets franchisor's standards (good moral character, sufficient experience/resources, no competitive business), transferee assumes all obligations, franchisee and owners sign a general release, transferee may be required to sign current franchise agreement, transferee completes training, franchisee remains liable, franchisor approves terms/price, transferee employees sign confidentiality, and transfer complies with all laws. Franchisor has a right of first refusal. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate for various defaults, some automatically (e.g., bankruptcy, 3+ curable defaults, intentional refusal to comply, health/safety threat, abandonment, misrepresentation, unauthorized transfer, disclosure of confidential info, felony conviction, unethical conduct, misuse of marks, Anti-Terrorism Law violation). Other defaults have 10-day cure periods (e.g., failure to pay fees, failure to pay suppliers without justification) or 30-day cure periods (e.g., failure to secure approved location, failure to open on time, operational non-compliance, legal non-compliance, failure to maintain insurance, underreporting of sales by 5% or more). |
| Non-Compete Period | During term: No involvement in any competitive business. After termination/expiration: 24 months. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, franchisee and owners cannot have any legal/equitable interest in, operate, manage, fund, or perform services for a Competitive Business (except <3% interest in publicly traded company), divert customers, or violate confidentiality. Post-termination/expiration, for 24 months, franchisee and owners cannot engage in any Prohibited Activities within their Operating Territory, a 25-mile radius, or any other Dryer Vent Squad Business operating territory. This period may be extended for non-compliance. Owners must sign individual guarantees. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchisee or their Managing Owner (if 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. The Managing Owner must hold at least 25% equity. A hired Operating Manager is permitted if they meet franchisor standards, complete training, and sign confidentiality/non-compete agreements. All owners must personally guarantee franchise obligations. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisee must purchase System Supplies, branded items, marketing materials, point of sale/business management systems, computer equipment, and credit card processing from franchisor or designated/approved suppliers. Service vehicles must meet franchisor standards and be wrapped with approved branding. Insurance must be obtained from carriers acceptable to franchisor. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisee may only offer and sell Approved Services and Products and use authorized products, supplies, equipment, technology systems, and services. Franchisor may designate itself or affiliates as exclusive suppliers. Franchisee must seek approval for non-approved suppliers, which may involve review/testing fees and facility inspections. Franchisor estimates 75% of initial purchases and 40% of ongoing operating expenses are from source-restricted 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 December 31, 2021, no revenue was received from suppliers of franchisee purchases of source-restricted products or services. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | Franchisor may offer direct financing for the Initial Franchise Fee, up to $14,000 for a Single Territory (minimum $21,000 down payment) or up to $28,000 for a Double Territory (minimum $42,000 down payment). The term is up to two years with a 10% APR. Payments are monthly, self-amortized, with no early prepayment penalty. Security includes a personal guaranty and a security agreement related to franchise assets. Default can lead to franchise termination and loss of rights. Franchisor does not guarantee third-party financing but may receive referral fees. |
Dryer Vent Squad Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Dryer Vent Squad 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.
Dryer Vent Squad 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.
Dryer Vent Squad Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordDryer Vent Squad 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.
Dryer Vent Squad System Growth
Total Units
36
Franchised
35
Company-Owned
1
Dryer Vent Squad currently operates 35 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 | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| 2021 | 25 | 3 | 35 |
Transfers: 3 | Closures: 3
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)
Revenue
$858K
Net Income
$304K
Total Assets
$399K
Audited by Omar Alnuaimi, CPA for year ending December 31.
Dryer Vent Squad Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Dryer Vent Squad franchise ranges from $52,050 to $68,400, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $35,000 (Single Territory) or $70,000 (Double Territory). The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Dryer Vent Squad charges a royalty fee of Greater of 7% of Gross Sales or Minimum Monthly Royalty Fee of gross sales, plus a Up to 2% of Gross Sales, currently not assessed contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Dryer Vent Squad 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 Dryer Vent Squad to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Dryer Vent Squad 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.
Dryer Vent Squad has been franchising since 2021. The FDD shows an investment range of $52,050-$68,400, a Greater of 7% of Gross Sales or Minimum Monthly Royalty Fee royalty, and no 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 $35,000 (Single Territory) or $70,000 (Double Territory) and the total investment ranges from $52,050 to $68,400 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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