About oh Deer Franchise
oh Deer is a specialty pest and wildlife control franchise operated by oh Deer Development Corporation, franchising since 2012.
The brand provides outdoor pest management services focused on deer deterrence, tick control, and mosquito treatment for residential and commercial property owners dealing with wildlife damage and pest infestations.
The franchise fee is $49,500.
oh Deer Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$116K
Average Investment
$130K
Maximum Investment
$144K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $49,500 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 8.0% of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Total Investment Range | $116,280 – $143,542 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $116K–$144K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The ongoing royalty fee is 8.0% of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $49,500 | $49,500 |
| In-Territory Marketing Management Fee | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| In-Territory Marketing Program | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Tech Fee | $355 | $355 |
| Travel and Living Expenses while Training | $1,000 | $2,500 |
| Vehicles (truck and van) | $3,750 | $5,000 |
| Equipment | $6,929 | $7,521 |
| Computer System and End-User Software Licenses | $1,546 | $2,966 |
| Vehicle Wrap or Paint | $900 | $3,500 |
| Initial Inventory of Tick and Mosquito Control Products | $400 | $4,000 |
| Licenses/Permits/ Deposits | $100 | $400 |
| Legal and Professional Fees | $1,800 | $2,800 |
| Insurance | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Additional Funds | $10,000 | $25,000 |
| TOTAL: | $116,280 | $143,542 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | 8% of total Gross Sales2 for Year One; 8% of total Gross Sales or an annual mini |
| Renewal Fee | 8% of total Gross Sales2 for Year One; 8% of total Gross Sales or an annual mini |
| Technology Fee | $355 |
| Audit Fee | Payable only if audit shows understatement is willful or if you have under paid |
| Brand Development Fund Fee | Up to 2% of total Gross Sales 2 |
| In-Territory Marketing Management Fee 4 | $5,000 |
| Additional Initial Training Attendees | $3,425 |
| Ongoing On-Site Training | $1,500 |
| Call Center | $350 |
| Interest | Interest rate will be 1.5% per month or if the maximum interest rate permitted b |
| Late Fee | $20 |
| Customer Complaints | 100% of customer payment |
| In-Territory Marketing Management Fee | $5,000 |
| In-Territory Marketing Program | $30,000 |
| Travel and Living Expenses while Training | $1,000 |
| Vehicles (truck and van) | $3,750 |
| Equipment | $6,929 |
| Vehicle Wrap or Paint | $900 |
| Initial Inventory of Tick and Mosquito Control Products | $400 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 18 hours on-the-job |
| On-the-Job Training | 18 hours |
| Training Location | Virtual |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | exclusive |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Renewal Term | If you are in good standing, you can renew for two successive five year terms. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | Does not offer financing. |
oh Deer Franchise Earnings — Item 19
oh Deer 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.
oh Deer 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.
oh Deer Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation Recordoh Deer 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.
oh Deer System Growth
Total Units
10
Franchised
10
Company-Owned
0
oh Deer currently operates 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 10 | ||
| 2020 | 1 | ||
| 2020 | 11 | ||
| 2021 | 14 | ||
| 2021 | 1 | ||
| 2021 | 15 | ||
| 2022 | 13 | ||
| 2022 | 1 | ||
| 2022 | 14 |
oh Deer Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a oh Deer franchise ranges from $116,280 to $143,542, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $49,500. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
oh Deer charges a royalty fee of 8.0% of gross sales. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the oh Deer 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 oh Deer to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
oh Deer 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.
oh Deer has been franchising since 2012. The FDD shows an investment range of $116,280-$143,542, a 8.0% 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 $49,500 and the total investment ranges from $116,280 to $143,542 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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