About GH Builders Franchise
GH Builders NY is a home construction franchise focused on energy efficient green home building and sustainable construction services.
Franchising since 2019, the brand serves the growing market of homebuyers and property developers who prioritize environmental sustainability, energy savings, and modern green building standards in their new construction projects.
The initial franchise fee ranges from $60,000 to $75,000.
GH Builders Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$71K
Average Investment
$296K
Maximum Investment
$521K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $60,000 - $75,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Up to 2% of Gross Sales (currently 1%) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $70,950 – $520,900 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $71K–$521K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Up to 2% of Gross Sales (currently 1%)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $60,000 | $75,000 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements | $0 | $5,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment | $0 | $5,000 |
| Computer, Software and System | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| Initial Inventory | $200 | $500 |
| Prepaid Rent and Lease Deposits | $0 | $5,000 |
| Utility Deposits | $100 | $500 |
| Insurance Deposits and Premiums | $750 | $1,000 |
| Initial Training | $0 | $3,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing Expense | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Professional Fees | $700 | $3,500 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $100 | $1,000 |
| Printing, Stationary and Office Supplies | $50 | $500 |
| Branded Clothing | $100 | $400 |
| Service Vehicle | $750 | $6,500 |
| Spec House | $0 | $400,000 |
| Additional Funds – Initial period of 3 months | $1,200 | $5,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Technology Fee | $250 per GH Business Franchisee (monthly) |
| Audit Fee | Actual costs |
| Local Marketing | 1% of monthly Gross Sales (unless Gross Sales exceeded $2,000,000 in preceding calendar year) |
| Grand Opening Marketing | $5,000 (Prior to opening) |
| Customer Service and Refunds | Varies under the circumstances |
| Initial Training for Additional Employees | $300 per person per day, plus expenses |
| Supplemental Training | $300 per day per trainer, plus costs and expenses |
| Annual Online Training | $150 - $500 (currently $150) |
| Annual Conference | Varies (not to exceed $750) |
| Royalty Payment Late Charge | The lesser of 5% per month of any late royalty payment or $50 |
| Royalty Reporting Charge | $50 per occurrence |
| Financial Reporting Late Charge | $100 per occurrence |
| Interest Charges | The lesser of 18% per annum or the maximum legal rate allowable by the State |
| Collection Costs and Attorney Fees | Amount incurred by us to collect unpaid royalty fees and other sums due |
| NSF Check Fee of Failed Electronic Fund Transfer | 5% of amount or $50 whichever is greater or maximum fee allowed by law |
| Non-compliance | Amount of fees, costs and/or expenses incurred by us |
| Green Home Certificate | $150 per certificate |
| Green Plans | As agreed with third party drafting technician |
| Supplier Review | Our actual costs to review a supplier suggested by you |
| Management Services Fee | Expenses and Fees |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 141-143 Total Hours |
| Classroom Training | 51-53 |
| On-the-Job Training | 90 |
| Training Location | Online, Webinar, Hawthorne, New York |
| Additional Training | Franchisor provides initial training for the franchisee (or managing owner) and one designated manager at no additional charge. Additional attendees incur a fee of $300 per person per day plus expenses. Supplemental on-site training is available for $300 per trainer per day plus travel expenses. Annual online training is required, with a current fee of $150. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Standard Operating Territory: approximately 150,000 households. Partial Operating Territory: approximately 37,500 households. |
| Description | Franchisee must operate exclusively within their designated Operating Territory. Marketing must be targeted to this territory. Provision for "Open Area" (within 10-mile radius of Operating Territory) for services with franchisor approval, but no direct solicitation outside territory. Franchisor reserves rights to operate/franchise outside franchisee's territory, acquire competing businesses, and use marks in alternative distribution channels. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | One additional 10-year term |
| Renewal Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Not in default of the Franchise Agreement, complied with all material terms, owners and spouses in compliance, 180 days prior written notice, sign current form of agreement, sign general release, pay renewal fee, pay all monetary obligations, remodel/upgrade facility, and undertake additional training if necessary. |
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | 30 days prior written notice, all monetary obligations satisfied, no default/material breach, transferee bound by terms, transferee owners/spouses guarantee, general release, assets transferred, transferee/managers complete training, franchisor approval of terms/price, transferee employees sign confidentiality, franchisee subordinates purchase price payments to franchisor obligations, compliance with laws. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate for various defaults, including: failure to timely lease/develop/open the GH Business, violation of federal/state/local laws, failure to maintain insurance, failure to comply with franchisor standards/specifications, failure to pay suppliers/vendors without justification, failure to operate in conformity with the System, insolvency, bankruptcy, material misrepresentation, felony conviction, dishonest/unethical conduct, understatement of payments, unauthorized use of products/supplies, failure to complete training, conduct adversely affecting goodwill, immediate threat to public health/safety, loss of right to occupy Operations Center, failure to comply with Anti-Terrorism Laws, breach of confidentiality, misuse of Licensed Marks, or failure to pay fees within 10 days of notice. |
| Non-Compete Period | During term: no involvement in competitive business. After term: 24 months. |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term of the franchise, franchisee and its owners/spouses shall not engage in any competitive business. After termination or expiration, for 24 months, they shall not have any involvement, ownership, or interest in any competing business within the operating territory, a 25-mile radius surrounding the operating territory, or any other GH Business operating territory. Compliance with confidentiality and non-disclosure covenants is also required. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The franchisee, or if a Corporate Entity, its managing shareholder, member, and/or partner (the “Managing Owner”), must be personally responsible for the management and overall supervision of the GH Business. The Managing Owner must complete initial training and be approved by the franchisor. While personal participation is recommended, an approved Operating Manager can be hired to supervise day-to-day on-site operations. The Operating Manager must meet franchisor standards, complete training, and sign a confidentiality agreement. Each GH Business must be managed and supervised on-site by either a Managing Owner or Operating Manager. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisor, its affiliates, or designated approved suppliers for Approved Services and Products, System Equipment and Supplies, Green Plans, Green Homes certificate and related services, Business Management System, branded materials, signage, and computer system. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees may only offer and sell designated services/products and use authorized products/supplies/equipment/services. Franchisor may designate exclusive suppliers. Franchisees must obtain written approval for non-approved suppliers, which may involve fees and samples. Franchisor reserves the right to designate a single supplier for any services, products, equipment, supplies, or materials. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | We and/or our affiliates may receive rebates, payments and other material benefits from suppliers based on franchisee purchases and we reserve the right to institute and expand rebate programs in the future. During our fiscal year ending December 31, 2021, we did not receive revenue or other consideration from required purchases and leases by franchisees. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee any note, lease or other obligation on your behalf. |
GH Builders Franchise Earnings — Item 19
GH Builders 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.
GH Builders 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.
GH Builders Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordGH Builders 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.
GH Builders System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
1
Company-Owned
0
GH Builders currently operates 1 franchised locations and 0 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 | 1 | 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)
Revenue
$6K
Net Income
$-105,875
Total Assets
$222K
Audited by AKIVA MANNE CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT for year ending December 31.
GH Builders Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a GH Builders franchise ranges from $70,950 to $520,900, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $60,000 - $75,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
GH Builders charges a royalty fee of 5% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a Up to 2% of Gross Sales (currently 1%) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the GH Builders 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 GH Builders to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
GH Builders 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.
GH Builders has been franchising since 2019. The FDD shows an investment range of $70,950-$520,900, a 5% of Gross Sales 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 $60,000 - $75,000 and the total investment ranges from $70,950 to $520,900 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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