About PPSF- (Servicing of Swimming Pools) - Initials and Renewal Franchise
Premier Pool Service is a franchise system focused on the cleaning, maintenance, and repair of residential and commercial swimming pools and spas.
Franchisees market, sell, and provide pool servicing using the franchisor's proprietary system and trademarks.
Target customers are homeowners and businesses with swimming pools and/or spas, with services including routine cleaning, chemical balancing, equipment repair, and related product sales.
PPSF- (Servicing of Swimming Pools) - Initials and Renewal Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000 to $60,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5.45% of monthly Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2.5% of monthly Gross Revenues (may increase to 5%) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $32,900 – $106,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $33K–$106K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5.45% of monthly Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (2.5% of monthly Gross Revenues (may increase to 5%)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000 | $60,000 |
| Real Estate Expense | $0 | $0 |
| Vehicle Logos | $500 | $3,000 |
| Uniforms | $150 | $750 |
| Vehicle Expense | $0 | $4,000 |
| Vehicle and Truck Outfitting | $2,500 | $7,500 |
| Office Equipment and Supplies | $0 | $2,500 |
| Start-Up Marketing | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| Insurance | $0 | $6,000 |
| Professional Fees | $0 | $2,000 |
| Initial Training Expenses | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Licenses and/or Bonds | $0 | $1,000 |
| Software Fees | $250 | $250 |
| Additional Funds - 3 Months | $0 | $10,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of then-current initial franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | Up to 1% of Gross Revenues |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit or inspection and related expenses (expected $500 to $1,000 per day) |
| Late Fee | $100 plus 1% of past due amount per month |
| Interest | Lesser of 1% per month or maximum rate permitted by law |
| Taxes | Amount assessed by federal, state and local tax authorities |
| 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) |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 53-68 total hours (38-48 classroom/online + 15-20 on-the-job) |
| Classroom Training | 38-48 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 15-20 hours |
| Training Location | Online and Dallas, TX (field training) |
| Additional Training | Optional or mandatory additional/refresher training programs, up to 4 business days per year. Periodic conferences may also be required. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Exclusive (contingent on meeting minimum performance obligations) |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | Generally at least 2,000 estimated swimming pools |
| Description | Designated geographic territory defined by contiguous zip code regions, street or physical boundaries, or city/county/political boundaries. Territory exclusivity is contingent on meeting annual sales quotas and remaining in good standing. If performance standards are not met, franchisor may reduce territory size, eliminate exclusivity, or terminate the agreement. |
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. New agreement may have materially different terms. |
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Written notice, transferee qualifications, no default, payment of transfer fee, sign general release, execute new franchise agreement. Franchisor has right of first refusal to match any bona fide offer. |
| Termination for Cause | If franchisee defaults or breaches the Franchise Agreement, certain events occur (bankruptcy), or a material term is held invalid. 10-day cure for late payments/reports; 30-day cure for many other defaults. |
| Non-Compete Period | During term and post-termination (subject to state law) |
| Non-Compete Details | Prohibitions on diverting business to competitors, involvement in any similar business, and soliciting employees, both during the franchise term and after termination or expiration. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Franchisee (or an owner with at least 10% equity interest) must devote full time, energy, attention, and best efforts to management and operation of the franchise. Officers, directors, owners, and managers may not participate in any other business without franchisor's prior written consent. |
| Required Suppliers | Pool equipment and supplies must be purchased from approved suppliers. Affiliate is sole approved supplier for printed marketing materials and promotional items. |
| Supply Restrictions | Must purchase or lease certain items only from franchisor-approved suppliers. Currently 16 supplier agreements in place. Approved suppliers pay rebates of 0% to 25% of purchase price. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | In fiscal year 2021, revenues from suppliers on account of franchisee purchases were $110,291 (paid to affiliate PPMC). Affiliate revenues from direct sales to franchisees were $1,627,331. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | Limited financing available on a selective basis for up to 50% of the initial franchise fee. Interest rate is 10% per year, payable in equal monthly installments over a maximum of 12 months. No security interest or personal guarantee required for financed debt. |
PPSF- (Servicing of Swimming Pools) - Initials and Renewal Franchise Earnings — Item 19
PPSF- (Servicing of Swimming Pools) - Initials and Renewal 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.
PPSF- (Servicing of Swimming Pools) - Initials 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- (Servicing of Swimming Pools) - Initials and Renewal System Growth
PPSF- (Servicing of Swimming Pools) - Initials and Renewal currently operates 26 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 | 1 | 0 | 5 |
| 2020 | 9 | 1 | 13 |
| 2021 | 15 | 2 | 26 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 2
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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