About Stain & Seal Experts Franchise
Stain & Seal Experts is a specialty outdoor living maintenance franchise that has been offering franchise opportunities since 2024.
The brand focuses on staining, sealing, and restoring decks, fences, pergolas, and other outdoor wood structures for residential customers.
The franchise fee is $50,000 for the first location, $39,000 for the second, and $29,000 for the third and beyond.
Stain & Seal Experts Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$89K
Average Investment
$103K
Maximum Investment
$116K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $50,000 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Currently 1% of Gross Sales, but we reserve the right to require payment of an Advertising Fee up to 4% of Gross Sales | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $89,050 – $116,350 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $89K–$116K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (6% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Currently 1% of Gross Sales, but we reserve the right to require payment of an Advertising Fee up to 4% of Gross Sales) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Franchise Fee (1) | $50,000 | $50,000 |
| Leased Office/Storage facility (2) | $0 | $3,500 |
| Vehicle Lease and Wrap (3) | $2,500 | $4,500 |
| Initial Marketing and Inventory Package and other Equipment and Supplies (4) | $10,750 | $15,000 |
| Initial Training Fees and Living Expenses While Attending Initial Training (5) | $3,000 | $5,500 |
| Opening Support Costs (6) | $0 | $2,500 |
| Technology and Information Systems (7) | $500 | $750 |
| Insurance (3 Months) (8) | $1,500 | $3,000 |
| Permits and Licenses (9) | $750 | $1,500 |
| Professional Fees (10) | $50 | $100 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) (11) | $20,000 | $30,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | Greater of $10,000 or 20% of our then current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Fee | Greater of $10,000 or 20% of our then current initial franchise fee |
| Technology Fee | Currently $500 per calendar month per Stain & Seal Experts Business |
| Audit Fee | Our reasonable expenses including wages, and any professional fees |
| Local Ad Expenditure | Currently 3% of Gross Sales, but we reserve the right to require a Local Ad Expenditure of up to 4% of Gross Sales |
| National Brand Fund Contributions | Currently 0%, but we reserve the right to create a National Brand Fund and require you to contribute up to 4% of Gross Sales |
| Grand Opening Ad Expenditure | Up to $5,000 |
| Purchases from RI and us | The then current price charged to franchisees for all Approved Equipment and Supplies that we or RI sell to you for your Stain & Seal Experts Business. |
| Extension Fee (Development Agreement) | $2,500 (per 75-day extension) |
| Convention Fees | Set before each convention or meeting based on anticipated actual costs |
| Maintenance and Alteration | As needed to your Stain & Seal Experts Business, including your Office/Storage Facility and Vehicle |
| Additional Persons at Initial Training | An amount equal to personnel’s travel expenses and room, board and wages. |
| Required Education/Training Programs | A fee for such attendance. |
| FF&E Upgrades | An amount determined by us or your third-party suppliers based on your satisfying our then current furniture, fixtures and equipment standards. |
| Vehicle Upgrades | An amount determined by us or your third-party suppliers based on your then current Vehicle standards. |
| Service Costs for the Vehicle | No set fees; fees to be determined and quoted at the time of service based on type of service rendered. |
| Prospectus Review Fee | Reimbursement for our costs. |
| Indemnification Costs | Reimbursement of defense costs we incur and payment of judgments against us arising from your conduct. |
| Enforcement Costs | Will vary depending on circumstances. |
| Reimbursement of Insurance Costs | Premiums on required insurance we pay on your behalf |
| Interest and Late Payments | 1.5% of past-due amounts per calendar month or maximum rate allowed by law, whichever is less; also our collection costs. Late fee is $50. |
| NSF Fees | $100 per Check or ACH failure |
| Non-Compliance Fees | $1,000 to $4,000 per contractual deviation or default. |
| Liquidated Damages for Early Termination (Franchise Agreement) | An amount equal to the average of the Royalty Fees paid (or payable) over the past 12 months times the lesser of 24 or the number of full calendar months remaining in the term of the Franchise Agreement at the time of termination. |
| Liquidated Damages for Breach of Post-Termination Obligations (Franchise Agreement) | 200% of the Continuing Fees that you would otherwise have been obligated to us with respect to the operations of your Stain & Seal Experts Business if still a franchisee. |
| Liquidated Damages for Breach of Non-Competition Covenant (Franchise Agreement) | A monthly fee equal to 15% of the competing businesses’ revenues. |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | Maximum of 4 days |
| Classroom Training | 32 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 32 hours |
| Training Location | Alexandria, Tennessee (headquarters and in the field at a company-owned Stain & Seal Experts Business in/around Nashville, Tennessee) |
| Additional Training | We may charge an additional fee ($1,500 plus costs) for additional or replacement training team members or if you request additional training after opening. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Non-exclusive |
| Exclusive Territory | No |
| Territory Size | Approximately 300,000 persons |
| Description | A geographic area around your approved Stain & Seal Experts Business defined by specific geographic, political, or population boundaries. The actual size varies based on population density, contiguous markets, and our long-range plans. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | Up to two 5-year successor terms |
| Renewal Fee | Greater of $10,000 or 20% of our then current initial franchise fee |
| Renewal Conditions | You must not be in default, give timely notice, pay a Renewal Fee, upgrade your Stain & Seal Experts Business, sign our then-current form of franchise agreement (which may contain materially different terms and conditions), sign a general release, attend additional training if required, and present satisfactory evidence of right to possession of the Office/Storage Facility. |
| Transfer Fee | Greater of $10,000 or 20% of our then current initial franchise fee |
| Transfer Conditions | Conditions include: full compliance with all agreements, relinquishing franchise rights (if complete disposition), returning Brand Standards Manual and Copyrighted Materials, transferee meeting new franchisee criteria (no competing business), furnishing contract of sale, transferee upgrading business to current Brand Standards, transferee providing waiver and release of liability, new Principals executing Personal Guaranty and Principals’ Undertaking, transferee's key management completing training, and transferee holding necessary Applicable Licensure. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate for several listed violations, including failure to pay fees, failure to cure defaults, breach of advertising/internet/IP obligations, lease expiration without renewal, violation of Applicable Laws, failure to comply with Crisis Management Event requirements, health/safety threats, abandonment of business, repeated defaults, insolvency, conviction of certain crimes, or unethical conduct. Termination also occurs if an adverse change of law materially affects the ability to enjoy economic benefits of the agreement. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the franchise and for 2 years after termination or expiration |
| Non-Compete Details | During the term, no involvement in a competing business (residential or commercial staining, sealing, repair) within the Stain & Seal Experts Business Address, the Territory, 25 miles of the Territory perimeter, 25 miles of any other Stain & Seal Experts Business's home/office premises, the United States, or the world. After termination/expiration, for 2 years, no involvement in a competing business within the former Stain & Seal Experts Business Address, the former Territory, or 25 miles of the perimeter of the former Territory or any other Stain & Seal Experts Business's home/office premises. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | Unless you are an individual who will operate and manage your business personally, you must appoint a Controlling Principal who meets our eligibility standards. The Controlling Principal is approved by us to supervise and manage all aspects of your business and is our sole contact. We normally expect the Controlling Principal to manage day-to-day operations, but you may recruit a full-time General Manager if the Controlling Principal does not. The Controlling Principal must complete initial training unless a General Manager is already engaged and completes it. All persons driving a Vehicle must have a valid motor vehicle license. Controlling Principals, General Managers, and certain other Principals must sign confidentiality and non-compete agreements, and Principals must personally guarantee obligations. |
| Required Suppliers | Our affiliate RI is the sole approved vendor for the Initial Marketing and Inventory Package and all proprietary Approved Equipment and Supplies. RI is also an approved vendor for certain other additional Approved Equipment and Supplies. We may also be a required supplier. Third-party authorized suppliers include Sherwin Williams, Home Depot, Perma-Chink, and Capital Wraps. |
| Supply Restrictions | You must acquire your Approved Equipment and Supplies and all Approved Products and Services according to our Brand Standards. You must purchase or obtain Approved Equipment and Supplies and Approved Products and Services from approved sources we designate (RI, us, or our other affiliates) and exclusively offer and sell Approved Products and Services we designate. You must obtain our prior written approval for any unapproved suppliers. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | During fiscal year 2024, RI had revenues of $7,446,156.94 (excluding shipping cost revenue), but none of its revenues (0%) arose from Stain & Seal Experts Business franchisee purchases of required products. RI pays us a rebate of up to 10% of the Initial Marketing and Inventory Package price and up to 10% of purchases of Oil-Based Expert Stain & Seal Top Colors and Clean & Bright Wood Restoration products. |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not currently offer you any direct or indirect financing, nor do we receive any payments from any person offering financing to or arranging financing for a prospective Stain & Seal Experts Business franchisee. We do not guarantee your note, lease or any other financial obligation. |
Stain & Seal Experts Franchise Earnings — Item 19
Stain & Seal Experts 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.
Stain & Seal Experts 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.
Stain & Seal Experts Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordStain & Seal Experts 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.
Stain & Seal Experts System Growth
Total Units
1
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
1
Stain & Seal Experts currently operates 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 14 states: CA, HI, IL, IN, MD, MI, MN, NY, ND, RI, SD, VA, WA, WI
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
0
Net Income
$-15
Total Assets
$5K
Audited by Alice.CPA LLC for year ending December 31st.
Stain & Seal Experts Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a Stain & Seal Experts franchise ranges from $89,050 to $116,350, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $50,000. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
Stain & Seal Experts charges a royalty fee of 6% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a Currently 1% of Gross Sales, but we reserve the right to require payment of an Advertising Fee up to 4% of Gross Sales contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the Stain & Seal Experts 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 Stain & Seal Experts to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
Stain & Seal Experts 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.
Stain & Seal Experts has been franchising since 2024. The FDD shows an investment range of $89,050-$116,350, a 6% of Gross Sales 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 $50,000 and the total investment ranges from $89,050 to $116,350 depending on location size and market. A minimum of $20,000 in liquid capital is required. Contact the franchisor directly for current net worth and liquid capital requirements, territory availability, and application details.
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