About Premier Pool Service and Pinnacle Pool Service - Maryland Initial 0524 Franchise
Premier Pool Service is a franchise system that provides cleaning, maintenance, and repair services for swimming pools and spas.
Franchisees market, sell, and deliver these pool and spa services to homeowners and businesses, operating under the Premier Pool Service or Pinnacle Pool Service brand names.
They also sell related items and supplies, serving residential and commercial customers who own swimming pools and/or spas.
Premier Pool Service and Pinnacle Pool Service - Maryland Initial 0524 Franchise Cost & Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000 - $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 (subject to meeting minimum performance obligations) |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | Generally at least 2,000 estimated swimming pools |
| Description | Specified geographic territory designated by contiguous zip code regions, street or physical boundaries, or city/county/political boundaries. Territory is exclusive as long as franchisee meets minimum performance obligations including sales quotas and good standing. If performance obligations are not met, franchisor may reduce territory size, eliminate exclusivity, or terminate the agreement with 30 days written notice. |
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, and others. Franchisor has right to approve all transfers and qualify all transferees. |
| Termination for Cause | If franchisee defaults or otherwise breaches the Franchise Agreement, or certain events occur (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. |
| Non-Compete Period | During term and after termination/expiration (subject to state law) |
| Non-Compete Details | During term: prohibitions on diverting business to competitors, involvement in any similar business, soliciting employees. After termination/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 | Franchisee (or 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. May not participate in any other business without 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 and services only from suppliers approved in writing. Must purchase according to franchisor's written specifications for quality, performance, compatibility, design, and appearance. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | In fiscal year 2021, revenues from suppliers on account of franchisee purchases were $110,291 (paid to affiliate PPMC). Affiliate received $1,627,331 from sale of items and services directly to franchisees. Approved suppliers pay rebates of 0% to 25% of purchase price. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | Limited financing on a selective basis for up to 50% of the initial franchise fee at 10% interest per year, payable in equal monthly installments for up to 12 months. No security interest or personal guarantee required. Standard form Promissory Note attached as Exhibit G. |
Premier Pool Service and Pinnacle Pool Service - Maryland Initial 0524 Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Premier Pool Service and Pinnacle Pool Service - Maryland Initial 0524 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.
Premier Pool Service and Pinnacle Pool Service - Maryland Initial 0524 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.
Premier Pool Service and Pinnacle Pool Service - Maryland Initial 0524 System Growth
Premier Pool Service and Pinnacle Pool Service - Maryland Initial 0524 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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