About PPSF- Initial and Renewal Franchise
Premier Pools & Spas is a franchise system in the business of marketing, selling, and supervising the construction and remodeling of swimming pools and spas.
Franchisees operate a business that markets pool and spa construction services to homeowners, managing the entire customer experience from initial consultation through project completion.
The franchise covers three primary construction methods: gunite, fiberglass, and vinyl pools.
PPSF- Initial and Renewal Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $45,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 3.5% of Gross Revenues for first 24 months, then 4% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | $500 per month for first 12 months, then up to 1% of Gross Revenues | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $53,000 – $112,500 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $53K–$113K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (3.5% of Gross Revenues for first 24 months, then 4% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee ($500 per month for first 12 months, then up to 1% of Gross Revenues) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $45,000 | $45,000 |
| Real Estate Expenses | $0 | $20,000 |
| Office / Showroom Expenses | $0 | $8,500 |
| Vehicle | $0 | $5,250 |
| Computer and Communication Equipment, Software and Services | $2,100 | $5,000 |
| Insurance | $2,000 | $8,750 |
| Training Expenses | $500 | $3,000 |
| Business Licenses / Permits | $200 | $1,000 |
| Professional Fees | $0 | $5,000 |
| Uniforms | $200 | $1,000 |
| Additional Funds for 3 Month Initial Period | $3,000 | $10,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of then-current initial franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | Up to 1% of Gross Revenues (not currently charged) |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit or inspection and related expenses (expected $500 to $1,000 per day or partial day) |
| Late Fee | $100 plus 1% of past due amount per month |
| Interest | Lesser of 1% per month or maximum rate permitted by law |
| Project Management Software Maintenance | $200 for first user and $20 for each additional user per month |
| Additional Assistance Fee | Up to $500 per day |
| Indemnification Costs | Cost of defending and resolving indemnified claims (expected $250 to $500 per hour plus costs) |
| Dispute Resolution Costs | Costs, expenses, reasonable attorneys' fees (expected $250 to $500 per hour plus costs) |
| System Standards Upgrades | Expenditures necessary to comply with modified System Standards |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 55 hours classroom (45 online + 10 live) plus 30 hours on-the-job training |
| Classroom Training | 55 hours (45 hours online + 10 hours live) |
| On-the-Job Training | 30 hours |
| Training Location | Online training at franchisee's choice; live training in Sacramento area, California |
| Additional Training | Optional and mandatory additional or refresher training programs, not to exceed 4 business days per year. Periodic conferences may also be required. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive (conditional on meeting minimum performance obligations) |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | Generally 1 to 4 counties |
| Description | Each franchisee is allocated a specified geographic territory designated by contiguous zip code regions, streets, physical boundaries, or city/county/political boundaries. Territory is exclusive for each allocated pool construction type as long as franchisee meets minimum performance obligations (annual sales quotas and good standing). If franchisee fails to meet minimum performance requirements, franchisor may unilaterally reduce territory size or eliminate exclusivity. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 7 years |
| Renewal Term | 5 years |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of then-current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Written notice, no default, sign new agreement, pay renewal fee. The new agreement may have materially different terms than the original contract. |
| Transfer Fee | $10,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Written notice, transferee qualifications, no default, payment of transfer fee, sign general release, execute new franchise agreement, and others. Franchisor has right to approve all transfers and qualify all transferees in its sole discretion. Franchisor has right of first refusal to match any bona fide offer. |
| Termination for Cause | If franchisee defaults or otherwise breaches the Franchise Agreement, or certain events occur (like bankruptcy), or a material term is held invalid. 10-day cure period for late payments and reports; 30-day cure period for many other defaults. Incurable defaults include bankruptcy, assignment for benefit of creditors, conviction of crime, abandonment, material misrepresentation, unapproved transfer. |
| Non-Compete Period | During term and post-termination (subject to state law) |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term: prohibitions on diverting business to competitors, involvement in any similar business, soliciting employees. After termination or expiration: prohibitions on diverting business to competitors, involvement in any competing business, soliciting employees (subject to state law). |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | During the term of the Franchise Agreement, the franchisee (if individual) or one owner with at least 10% equity interest must devote full time, energy, attention, and best efforts to the management and operation of the Franchised Business. Officers, directors, owners and managers may not participate in any other business without prior express written consent. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase certain items and services only from franchisor-approved suppliers, including pool equipment and building materials. The franchisor and its affiliates are approved suppliers for certain services, and the affiliate is the sole approved supplier for printed marketing materials and promotional items. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must purchase all signs, equipment, supplies, marketing materials, uniforms, and many other items according to franchisor's written specifications. Currently 16 approved supplier agreements exist, with suppliers paying 0% to 25% rebates on purchases. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | In fiscal year 2021, revenues from suppliers on account of purchases by franchisees were $9,483,136, all paid to affiliate PPMC. Revenues from affiliate's direct sales to franchisees were $1,627,331. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your notes, leases or any other obligations. |
PPSF- Initial and Renewal Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
PPSF- Initial and Renewal Litigation & Risk Flags
Litigation and bankruptcy data is sourced from Items 3 and 4 of the FDD. Always verify current status directly from the most recent FDD.
PPSF- Initial and Renewal System Growth
PPSF- Initial and Renewal currently operates 100 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 | 10 | 1 | 50 |
| 2020 | 24 | 1 | 73 |
| 2021 | 30 | 3 | 101 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 3
State Registrations
Registered in 23 states: AR, CA, CT, GA, HI, IL, IN, IA, LA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NE, NJ, NY, NC, ND, RI, SC, SD, WA, WI
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