About Sam The Concrete Man Franchise
Sam The Concrete Man is a mobile franchise that specializes in the installation and replacement of pavement, concrete, and similar surfaces for residential and commercial customers.
Franchisees provide concrete and pavement repairs and improvements to existing homes, including driveways, patios, and walkways.
The target market is homeowners and business owners with concrete and pavement repair needs, with services being seasonal in nature, peaking during spring, summer, and fall seasons.
Sam The Concrete Man Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$89K
Average Investment
$116K
Maximum Investment
$142K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $64,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Revenue of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | 2% of Gross Revenue (Brand Building Fund) | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $89,050 – $142,205 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $89K–$142K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Revenue) and marketing fee (2% of Gross Revenue (Brand Building Fund)) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $64,000 | $64,000 |
| Equipment | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Vehicle | $0 | $1,500 |
| Vehicle Signage | $500 | $3,000 |
| Registration and Taxes | $0 | $2,500 |
| Computer Hardware and Software | $500 | $2,000 |
| Office Equipment and Supplies | $500 | $2,000 |
| Initial Call Center Fee | $2,700 | $2,700 |
| Initial Technology Fee | $1,400 | $1,400 |
| Initial Marketing Expenditures | $5,000 | $10,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $500 | $1,000 |
| Professional Fees | $0 | $2,500 |
| Insurance | $1,500 | $3,040 |
| Travel and Initial Training Expenses | $1,450 | $1,565 |
| Additional Funds - 3 months | $10,000 | $42,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | Greater of $10,000 or 5% of sale price, plus costs of training |
| Renewal Fee | $6,000 |
| Technology Fee | $4,200 annually ($466.66/month during March-November) |
| Audit Fee | Cost of audit and inspection, plus understated amounts and related expenses |
| Local Advertising Fee | Varies; up to $1,000 per week during seasonal period |
| Call Center Fee | $900/month during March-November ($8,100 annually) |
| Bookkeeping Fee | $180/month |
| Convention Fee | Approximately $1,500 per attendee |
| Additional Training or Assistance Fees | Approximately $450 per trainer per day, plus expenses |
| Late Fee and Interest on Overdue Payments | $25 per day plus interest at lesser of 1.5% or highest rate allowed by law |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | Greater of $100 per occurrence or highest amount allowed by law |
| Failure to Submit Required Report Fee | $100 per occurrence and $100 per week |
| Management Fee | $200 per day, plus costs and expenses |
| Payment Service Fee | Up to 4% of total charge |
| Unauthorized Advertising Fee | $500 per occurrence |
| Replacement of Confidential Operations Manual | $500 |
| Supplier and Product Evaluation Fee | $100 to $500 |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 5 days |
| Classroom Training | 33-47 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 6-8 hours |
| Training Location | Denver, Colorado |
| Additional Training | Ongoing refresher or additional training courses may be required. Additional training available at cost of $450 per trainer per day. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | 75,000 to 125,000 family households with annual income of $60,000 or more |
| Description | Designated territory delineated by zip codes using business map software data from US Census Bureau. Franchisor will not establish another STCM Business within the territory while franchisee is in compliance, but reserves rights to operate outside the territory, use alternate channels of distribution, service national accounts within territory, and sell through the Internet. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | Two consecutive renewal terms of 10 years each |
| Renewal Fee | $6,000 |
| Renewal Conditions | Must be in good standing and compliance; pay all amounts due; give timely written notice; maintain or replace Vehicle; sign then-current franchise agreement (which may have materially different terms); pay renewal fee; provide release if law allows |
| Transfer Fee | Greater of $10,000 or 5% of sale price, plus costs of training |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor must approve all transfers. New owner must have sufficient business experience and financial resources; all amounts must be paid; new owner must complete Initial Training Program; must sign then-current franchise agreement; must pay transfer fee; must sign general release; non-compete agreement for 2 years within 50-mile radius |
| Termination for Cause | 24 hours to cure health/safety/sanitation violations, monetary defaults, insurance/license failures; 30 days to cure operational defaults. Non-curable defaults include material misrepresentation, 3+ insufficient funds/returned checks per year, failure to open within 6 months, abandonment, conviction of felony, unauthorized transfers, repeated defaults |
| Non-Compete Period | 2 years |
| Non-Compete Details | Owners and spouses cannot have any direct or indirect interest in any competitive business within (i) a 50-mile radius of their STCM Business and (ii) a 50-mile radius of all other STCM Businesses operating or under development, for 2 years after termination or expiration |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Either the franchisee (individual) or managing owner (entity with at least 25% equity) must have authority and responsibility for day-to-day operations. A Designated Manager may be appointed with franchisor approval. The Managing Owner or Designated Manager must complete the Initial Training Program. |
| Required Suppliers | SAMCO is the approved supplier for call center, call routing, scheduling services, and technology services. Franchisees must purchase all products, equipment, supplies and materials from approved suppliers. |
| Supply Restrictions | Approximately 75% of purchases to open and 25% of ongoing purchases must be from SAMCO or approved suppliers under SAMCO specifications. Computer hardware and software must meet franchisor specifications. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $6,587 in revenue from sale or lease of products or services to franchisees during fiscal year ended December 31, 2021, representing approximately 0.0018% of total revenue of $3,753,326 |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | Yes |
| Description | SAMCO may agree to finance a portion of the Initial Franchise Fee. For a standard STCM Business, franchisee must make a down payment of $15,000 - $20,000 and SAMCO will finance the remaining amount for 90 days via a promissory note. No interest if paid on time; maximum rate allowed by law if not paid on time. SAMCO may also refer franchisees to 3rd party lenders including the Small Business Administration. |
Sam The Concrete Man Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Average Revenue
$928K
Median Revenue
$984K
Revenue Range
$409K – $1.5M
Sample Size
13 units
Past financial performance does not guarantee future results. Individual results will vary.
Sam The Concrete Man Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordSam The Concrete Man 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.
Sam The Concrete Man System Growth
Total Units
45
Franchised
43
Company-Owned
2
Sam The Concrete Man currently operates 43 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 1 | 0 | 6 |
| 2020 | 17 | 1 | 22 |
| 2021 | 32 | 9 | 45 |
Transfers: 3 | Closures: 9
State Registrations
Registered in 24 states: AL, CO, DE, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MI, MN, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA
Sam The Concrete Man Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Sam The Concrete Man franchise ranges from $89,050 to $142,205, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $64,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Sam The Concrete Man charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Revenue of gross sales, plus a 2% of Gross Revenue (Brand Building Fund) contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Sam The Concrete Man 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 Sam The Concrete Man to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
According to the Item 19 financial performance representation in their FDD, Sam The Concrete Man franchise owners report average revenue of $928K and median revenue of $984K. This is based on a sample of 13 units. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Sam The Concrete Man has been franchising since 2013. The FDD shows an investment range of $89,050-$142,205, a 6% of Gross Revenue royalty, and includes an 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 $64,000 and the total investment ranges from $89,050 to $142,205 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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