About Premier Pool Service / Pinnacle Pool Service Franchise
Premier Pool Service and Pinnacle Pool Service are franchise brands operated by PPSF, LLC that provide cleaning, maintenance, and repair services for swimming pools and spas.
Franchisees market and sell these services to homeowners and businesses with swimming pools and/or spas, using the franchisor's proprietary system and marks.
The franchise also involves selling related pool and spa items and services to individual and business customers.
Premier Pool Service / Pinnacle Pool Service Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$43K
Average Investment
$81K
Maximum Investment
$118K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000 - $60,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 5.45% of Gross Revenues of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 1% of monthly Gross Revenues (can be increased up to 4%) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $43,150 – $118,250 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $43K–$118K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (5.45% of Gross Revenues) and marketing fee (1% of monthly Gross Revenues (can be increased up to 4%)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $25,000 | $60,000 |
| Three Months' Rent | $0 | $6,000 |
| Vehicle Logos | $500 | $3,500 |
| Uniforms | $150 | $750 |
| Vehicle Expense | $0 | $4,000 |
| Vehicle Outfitting | $2,500 | $7,500 |
| Office Equipment and Supplies | $500 | $2,500 |
| Start-Up Marketing | $2,000 | $4,000 |
| Insurance | $3,000 | $6,000 |
| Professional Fees | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Initial Training Expenses | $2,500 | $5,000 |
| Licenses and/or Bonds | $500 | $5,000 |
| Software Fees - 3 months | $500 | $1,000 |
| Additional Funds - 3 Months | $5,000 | $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 (not currently charged) |
| Audit Fee | $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 tax authorities on payments to franchisor |
| Additional Assistance Fee | Up to $500 per day |
| Indemnification Costs | Varies |
| Dispute Resolution Costs | Costs, expenses, reasonable attorneys' fees |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 58-68 hours classroom, 15-20 hours on-the-job |
| Classroom Training | 58-68 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 15-20 hours |
| Training Location | Online and Dallas, TX |
| Additional Training | Optional and mandatory refresher training programs; up to 4 business days per year of additional training required. Periodic franchisee conferences may also be sponsored. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected with conditions |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Designated by contiguous zip code regions or boundaries; generally at least 2,000 estimated swimming pools |
| Description | Franchisees receive a specified geographic territory designated by contiguous zip code regions, street or physical boundaries, or political boundaries. Territory protection is conditioned on meeting Minimum Annual Performance Requirements. If franchisee fails to meet performance requirements, franchisor may reduce territory size or eliminate territorial rights with 30 days written notice. Franchisor retains broad rights to operate outside the territory and under other brands. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | 5 years (one successor franchise term) |
| Renewal Fee | 50% of then-current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | Written notice 3-6 months before end of term, no default, sign new agreement (may have materially different terms), pay successor franchise fee, meet qualification and training requirements, execute general release, upgrade business to current standards |
| Transfer Fee | $5,000 |
| Transfer Conditions | Proposed transferee must meet current standards, pay transfer fee, sign current franchise agreement, complete initial training, provide general release, no existing default, 30 days prior written notice |
| Termination for Cause | Immediate termination for bankruptcy, felony conviction, material misrepresentation, unauthorized transfer, abandonment, repeated defaults. 10-day cure for late payments. 30-day cure for other defaults. |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | For 2 years after expiration or termination, prohibitions on involvement in any pool/spa cleaning, service, maintenance, or repair business within 50 miles of the Territory or any territory assigned to any franchisor franchisee/licensee. Also prohibits soliciting customers and interfering with franchisor relationships. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | You (if individual) or one of your owners (if entity) owning at least 10% equity interest must devote full time, energy, attention, and best efforts to the management and operation of the Franchised Business. You and your officers, directors, owners and managers may not participate in any other business without prior written consent. |
| Required Suppliers | Pool equipment and supplies must be purchased from approved suppliers. Affiliate PFM is the sole approved supplier for certain printed marketing materials and promotional items. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must purchase or lease items and services according to franchisor's written specifications. Must purchase certain items only from approved suppliers. Approved suppliers pay rebates of 0% to 30% of purchase price. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $195,951 in fiscal year 2023 from supplier rebates, all paid to affiliate Premier Holdco. |
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. |
Premier Pool Service / Pinnacle Pool Service Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Premier Pool Service / Pinnacle Pool Service 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.
Premier Pool Service / Pinnacle Pool Service 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 / Pinnacle Pool Service Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordPremier Pool Service / Pinnacle Pool Service 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.
Premier Pool Service / Pinnacle Pool Service System Growth
Total Units
34
Franchised
32
Company-Owned
2
Premier Pool Service / Pinnacle Pool Service currently operates 32 franchised locations and 2 company-owned units. Unit count data is sourced from Item 20 of the FDD.
Unit History (Item 20)
| Year | Opened | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 16 | 2 | 27 |
| 2022 | 11 | 5 | 33 |
| 2023 | 8 | 9 | 32 |
Transfers: 1 | Closures: 9
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Premier Pool Service / Pinnacle Pool Service Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Premier Pool Service / Pinnacle Pool Service franchise ranges from $43,150 to $118,250, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $25,000 - $60,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Premier Pool Service / Pinnacle Pool Service charges a royalty fee of 5.45% of Gross Revenues of gross sales, plus a 1% of monthly Gross Revenues (can be increased up to 4%) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Premier Pool Service / Pinnacle Pool Service 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 Premier Pool Service / Pinnacle Pool Service to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Premier Pool Service / Pinnacle Pool Service 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.
Premier Pool Service / Pinnacle Pool Service has been franchising since 2017. The FDD shows an investment range of $43,150-$118,250, a 5.45% of Gross Revenues 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 $25,000 - $60,000 and the total investment ranges from $43,150 to $118,250 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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