About Dumpster Dudez Franchise
Dumpster Dudez is a waste management franchise specializing in residential and commercial dumpster rentals and related services.
The brand operates a mobile business, deploying trucks to deliver various dumpster sizes for construction, renovation, and general debris removal, then retrieving and disposing of the contents.
The franchise fee is $40,000, and the company has been franchising since 2019.
Dumpster Dudez Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$89K
Average Investment
$109K
Maximum Investment
$129K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 7% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 4% of Gross Revenues | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $88,700 – $128,500 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $89K–$129K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (4% of Gross Revenues) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses to Attend Initial Training | $2,000 | $3,000 |
| Rent and Security Deposit | $1,600 | $2,200 |
| Home Office Set Up | $500 | $1,000 |
| Computers and Software | $4,000 | $5,000 |
| Insurance | $500 | $1,000 |
| 2 Trucks | $5,000 | $7,000 |
| 36 Dumpsters | $12,000 | $18,000 |
| Grand Opening Advertising | $5,000 | $20,000 |
| Professional Fees | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| Business Permits and Licenses | $100 | $300 |
| Payroll | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Additional funds – 3 Months | $10,000 | $20,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 20% of the then current initial franchise fee, or 5% of the sales price, whichever is greater |
| Renewal Fee | 25% of the then current initial franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | Presently $70 - $100 per month |
| Third party charges that we incur on your behalf | Actual amount of charge |
| Testing or Supplier Approval Fee | $500 plus our expenses |
| Client Refunds | The amount of any fee we refund to a client |
| Sales, excise or gross receipts tax | Amount of the tax |
| Interest | 12% per annum or highest rate allowed by law |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | $50 per occurrence |
| Indemnification | The amount of any claim, liability or loss we incur from your Franchised Business. |
| Assistance Fee in the event of death or incapacity | Reimbursement for reasonable expenditures incurred including travel, lodging, per diem and wages. |
| Legal fees and expenses | Actual costs incurred |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 3 day initial training program |
| Classroom Training | 12 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 12 hours |
| Training Location | in or near Reading, Pennsylvania |
| Additional Training | At present, we do not have any additional training or refresher courses for franchisees but reserve the right to add such classes later. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | The typical territory will normally include a population of approximately 250,000 – 400,000 |
| Description | a specific geographic area that we define by zip codes. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | Can be renewed for successive terms |
| Renewal Fee | 25% of the then current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | You must pay renewal fee, sign a general release of claims, notify us in writing at least 180 days before the expiration of the Agreement, and sign our then current Agreement, which may contain materially different terms and conditions than your original contract. |
| Transfer Fee | 20% of the then current initial franchise fee, or 5% of the sales price, whichever is greater |
| Transfer Conditions | You must be: -current in monetary obligations; -in compliance with the Franchise Agreement; -execute any transfer, amendment, or release forms that we may require; -provide to us a copy of the proposed transfer documents; -transferee must meet our criteria; -transferee must execute our then-current Franchise Agreement; -pay to us the Transfer Fee; -transferee must satisfactorily complete our initial training program; -comply with the post-termination provisions; -transferee must obtain necessary licenses and permits; -obtain any lessor approval for transfer; -the transfer must be made in compliance with any laws that apply to the transfer; -the purchase price and terms of the proposed transfer are not so burdensome to the prospective transferee as to impair or materially threaten its future operation; -you must request that we provide the prospective transferee with our current franchise disclosure document. |
| Termination for Cause | We can terminate only if you default. Curable defaults: Violate the Agreement, Manual, any other agreement with us, or owe monies to us more than 30 days past due, and do not cure such breach within 30 days after notice. Non-curable defaults: Do not pass initial training, fail to obtain our approval of a site or open on time, become insolvent, commit a material violation of law, abandon the Franchised Business, submit a materially false Franchise Application, fraud, uncured default of other agreement, fail to pay suppliers an amount exceeding $3,000 for more than 60 days; fail to permit us to inspect or audit your franchise; or commit three or more breaches within 12 months. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years after expiration or termination |
| Non-Compete Details | No competition for 2 years within the territory, or 25 miles from the boundaries of the territory or other territory. During the term of the franchise, no competition allowed in the United States and its territories. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | You are not required to participate personally in the direct operation of your Franchised Business but we recommend it. You may instead hire a General Manager to run the Franchised Business day to day, but the General Manager must first successfully complete our initial training. If the franchisee is a business entity, the General Manager is not required to have an equity interest in the franchise. We require you to obtain a signed nondisclosure and non-competition agreement from any General Manager that you hire. |
| Required Suppliers | We are currently an approved supplier of advertising material but not the only approved supplier of such items. Our affiliate is not currently an approved supplier of goods or services to franchisees. |
| Supply Restrictions | You must use advertising material from us, another vendor that we designate, or we must approve the advertising in writing, prior to its use. You must use any computer hardware and software that we specify. You must use dumpsters pursuant to our specifications, which include color and size requirements and we offer a suggested but not required vendor. You must purchase basic furniture and equipment for a home office pursuant to our specifications. You must maintain insurance policies protecting you and us (as additional insured). You must purchase uniforms from a designated vendor, or pursuant to our specifications. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | We and our affiliate may derive revenue or other material consideration from required purchases or leases by you. In our last fiscal year ending December 31, 2021, neither we nor our affiliates earned revenue or other material consideration from required purchases or leases by franchisees. Designated suppliers may make payments to us from franchisee purchases. In the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, we did not yet receive any supplier rebates but anticipate supplier rebates in the future. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation. |
Dumpster Dudez Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Revenue Range
$78K – $943K
Sample Size
1 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Dumpster Dudez Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordDumpster Dudez 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.
Dumpster Dudez System Growth
Total Units
3
Franchised
2
Company-Owned
1
Dumpster Dudez currently operates 2 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 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 11 states: CA, IL, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
Revenue
$16K
Net Income
$12K
Total Assets
$10K
Dumpster Dudez Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Dumpster Dudez franchise ranges from $88,700 to $128,500, 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.
Dumpster Dudez charges a royalty fee of 7% of Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a 4% of Gross Revenues contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Dumpster Dudez 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 Dumpster Dudez to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Dumpster Dudez franchise owners report . This is based on a sample of 1 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Dumpster Dudez has been franchising since 2019. The FDD shows an investment range of $88,700-$128,500, a 7% of Gross Revenues 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 $88,700 to $128,500 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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