About EcoGreen Lawn Care Franchise
EcoGreen Lawn Care is a lawn maintenance and landscaping franchise that uses environmentally responsible products and practices to keep residential and commercial properties looking their best.
The brand began franchising in 2023, positioning itself in the growing market for green, sustainable lawn care solutions.
The franchise fee is $40,000.
EcoGreen Lawn Care Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$161K
Average Investment
$176K
Maximum Investment
$191K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 8.0% of semi-monthly Gross Revenue or Minimum Annual Royalty of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 2% of semi-monthly Gross Revenue (Currently 1% of semi-monthly Gross Revenue) for Brand Fund Contribution; $50,000 or 5% of previous year’s gross sales whichever greater for Required Minimum Expenditure for Local Marketing and Advertising. | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $161,249 – $190,899 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $161K–$191K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (8.0% of semi-monthly Gross Revenue or Minimum Annual Royalty) and marketing fee (Up to 2% of semi-monthly Gross Revenue (Currently 1% of semi-monthly Gross Revenue) for Brand Fund Contribution; $50,000 or 5% of previous year’s gross sales whichever greater for Required Minimum Expenditure for Local Marketing and Advertising.) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Your Training Expenses | $3,093 | $9,863 |
| Initial Equipment | $7,660 | $12,700 |
| Premises lease deposit and three month’s rent and utilities | $1,300 | $3,400 |
| Leasehold Improvements, Construction and/or Remodeling | $0 | $2,000 |
| Signage | $0 | $500 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $200 | $500 |
| Initial Inventory to Begin Operating | $25,902 | $27,655 |
| Furniture & Fixtures | $0 | $750 |
| Service Vehicle & Wraps | $11,590 | $12,440 |
| Professional Fees | $2,000 | $3,500 |
| Initial Launch Marketing | $50,000 | $50,000 |
| Insurance | $3,474 | $3,821 |
| Computer Equipment | $1,149 | $2,849 |
| Software License Fees and Technology | $2,401 | $2,401 |
| Office Equipment & Supplies | $100 | $150 |
| Initial Supply of Promotional materials | $715 | $715 |
| Uniforms | $555 | $555 |
| Telephone and Internet Service | $1,050 | $1,350 |
| Pesticide Certification/Permit | $60 | $750 |
| Operating Expenses / Additional Funds – 3 months | $10,000 | $15,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 50% - 80% of the then-current franchise fee, plus Broker Fee if applicable; $2,500 for internal transfers |
| Renewal Fee | 15% of the then current franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | Currently $250 per month (Up to $400 per month with the right to increase the maximum fee by 10% annually) |
| Audit Fee | Cost of the examination, including fees charged by attorneys and/or independent accountants and any travel and living expenses incurred |
| Advertising Cooperative | As determined by a majority of the cooperative’s members |
| Call Center Fee | $300 per month, if required (subject to reasonable increases) |
| Additional Trainees Attending Initial Training | Then applicable per diem fee (currently $300) per trainee |
| Additional Onsite Training | Then applicable per diem fee (currently $400), plus travel and living expenses |
| Conference/Convention Fee | $750 per person attending |
| Broker Fees | Actual cost of brokerage commissions, finder’s fees or similar charges incurred by EcoGreen Franchise in connection with the transfer |
| Interim Management Fee | Currently $600 per representative per day, plus all travel related and other expenses |
| Late Payment Fee | $100 per occurrence |
| Non-sufficient Funds Fee | $250 per occurrence |
| Reimbursement of Cost and Expenses for Non-compliance | $500 per failure to comply with the franchise agreement; may be assessed per day or incident whichever is applicable |
| Evaluation Fee | $750 per evaluation plus our actual cost of inspection and testing of a proposed item or vendor |
| Customer Resolution Fee | $300 plus reimbursement of our expenses |
| Liquidated Damages | Will vary (equal to royalty fees that would have become due over the next 78 semi-monthly periods or remaining term, whichever less) |
| System Modifications | All reasonable costs and expenses associated with system modification |
| Taxes | Amount of taxes |
| Tax Payment Reimbursement | Reimbursement of our costs plus 10% administrative fee |
| Insurance | Amount of unpaid premiums plus a 10% administrative fee for our expenses in obtaining the policies required |
| Interest Charge | 1.5% per month from due date, or maximum allowed by law, whichever is less |
| Indemnification | Will vary under circumstances |
| Costs and Attorney’s Fees | Will vary under circumstances |
| Mystery Shop or Quality Assurance Services | Actual Cost |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | nine (9) day initial training program |
| Classroom Training | 29 – 38 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 29 – 37 hours |
| Training Location | East Norriton, PA (Franchisor’s headquarters) or an affiliate owned location, or franchisee location, or other designated location. May include online/virtual training. |
| Additional Training | Mandatory additional training programs, including an annual conference or national business meeting for up to five (5) days each year. Remedial in-territory training and assistance upon request or as deemed appropriate. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | A population of not less than 60,000 single-family households, defined by zip codes, roads, physical boundaries etc. |
| Description | The Territory is identified by a group of geographic boundaries, streets or other criteria. The Territory is determined on an individual basis taking into account demographics, minimum numbers of target businesses or population, with boundaries determined by zip codes, roads, physical boundaries etc. The minimum territory that will be granted will contain a population of not less than 60,000 single-family households. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | seven (7) years |
| Renewal Term | two (2) additional terms of seven (7) years each |
| Renewal Fee | 15% of the then current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Be in full compliance, have no more than two (2) events of default during current term, provide written notice to us at least ten months before the end of the term, execute a new franchise agreement, pay us a Successor Agreement Fee of 15% of the then current Initial Franchise Fee, repair, upgrade or replace the equipment and other Franchised Business assets to meet then-current specifications, execute a general release, comply with then-current qualifications and training requirements, including completion of additional training, subject to state law. May be asked to sign a new Franchise Agreement with materially different terms and conditions. |
| Transfer Fee | Eighty percent (80%) of the then-current initial franchise fee; 50% for transfers to an existing franchisee in good standing; $2,500 for internal transfers not impacting controlling interest. |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor's prior written approval required. Transferee must meet current standards, have sufficient experience and financial resources, complete initial training, and sign a new franchise agreement. Franchisee must pay all amounts owed, sign a general release, subordinate claims against transferee, and indemnify franchisor for 3 years. Franchisor has a right of first refusal. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor may terminate for various defaults, some with a 10-day cure period (e.g., non-payment), and others without opportunity to cure (e.g., falsifying reports, ceasing operations for 10+ days, bankruptcy, unauthorized use of marks, non-compliance with non-compete, multiple defaults). |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the franchise and for twenty-four (24) months after termination or expiration. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, franchisee and principals may not divert customers, participate in any competing residential or commercial lawn care or pest control business, or harm goodwill. After termination/expiration, for 24 months, they may not divert customers or participate in a competing business within fifty (50) miles of the former territory or any other EcoGreen Lawn Care office location, or harm goodwill. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | No |
| Participation Details | The Franchise Agreement does not require that you personally supervise and manage the day-to-day operation of your Franchised Business, although we recommend it. Franchisee may appoint a non-owner General Manager who must successfully complete initial training and devote full time to the job. If the franchisee is a business entity, all owners must personally sign the Franchise Agreement as a Principal. If married, spouse must sign a Personal Guaranty. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisor’s affiliate, Green Stop Supply, LLC (organic lawn and pest control supplies); Franchisor’s affiliate, CPM Center Point Marketing, LLC (local marketing). |
| Supply Restrictions | You must purchase all equipment, inventory, supplies and services from our designated suppliers and contractors or in accordance with our specifications. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | We have received no revenue from required purchases by franchisees for the most recent fiscal year ending on September 30, 2023. |
EcoGreen Lawn Care Franchise Earnings — Item 19
EcoGreen Lawn Care 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.
EcoGreen Lawn Care 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.
EcoGreen Lawn Care Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordEcoGreen Lawn Care 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.
EcoGreen Lawn Care System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
1
EcoGreen Lawn Care 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 17 states: CA, CT, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, OR, RI, SC, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
0
Net Income
$-88,004
Total Assets
$1K
EcoGreen Lawn Care Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a EcoGreen Lawn Care franchise ranges from $161,249 to $190,899, 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.
EcoGreen Lawn Care charges a royalty fee of 8.0% of semi-monthly Gross Revenue or Minimum Annual Royalty of gross sales, plus a Up to 2% of semi-monthly Gross Revenue (Currently 1% of semi-monthly Gross Revenue) for Brand Fund Contribution; $50,000 or 5% of previous year’s gross sales whichever greater for Required Minimum Expenditure for Local Marketing and Advertising. contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the EcoGreen Lawn Care 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 EcoGreen Lawn Care to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
EcoGreen Lawn Care 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.
EcoGreen Lawn Care has been franchising since 2023. The FDD shows an investment range of $161,249-$190,899, a 8.0% of semi-monthly Gross Revenue or Minimum Annual Royalty 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 $161,249 to $190,899 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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