About The Steam Police Franchise
The Steam Police is a cleaning and restoration services franchise offering a comprehensive range of residential and commercial services including air duct cleaning, carpet cleaning, mold removal, fire damage restoration, biohazard cleanup, storm damage restoration, sewage cleanup, pipe burst cleanup, and hardwood and vinyl floor care.
Franchising since 2026 under The Steam Police IP Holdings LLC, the brand covers virtually every category of property cleaning and disaster restoration.
The initial franchise fee is $40,000.
The Steam Police Franchise Cost & Fees
Minimum Investment
$175K
Average Investment
$228K
Maximum Investment
$281K
| Fee Type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000.00 | One-time payment upon signing |
| Royalty Fee | 7% of Gross Sales of gross sales | Ongoing; paid monthly |
| Marketing/Ad Fund | Local Advertising: $1,000 per month for the first year then 2.5% of Gross Sales thereafter. Advertising Fund: 2% of Gross Sales. | National brand fund |
| Total Investment Range | $174,500 – $281,000 | Includes build-out, inventory, working capital |
The investment range of $175K–$281K reflects variability in build-out costs, store size, lease terms, and market. The combined royalty (7% of Gross Sales) and marketing fee (Local Advertising: $1,000 per month for the first year then 2.5% of Gross Sales thereafter. Advertising Fund: 2% of Gross Sales.) are ongoing costs paid as a percentage of gross sales.
Investment Breakdown (Item 7)
| Item | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $40,000 | $40,000 |
| Real Estate Rent – 1ST Month | $0 | $5,000 |
| Security Deposit(s) | $0 | $5,000 |
| Real Estate site Improvements | $0 | $5,000 |
| Signage | $0 | $5,000 |
| Training | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Equipment and supplies acquired locally | $119,000 | $135,000 |
| Initial Inventory, supplies, packaging, uniforms and corporate identity materials | $500 | $1,500 |
| Initial inventory of products for resale | $500 | $1,000 |
| SBA fees and other financing costs | $0 | $10,000 |
| Additional | $10,000 | $50,000 |
| Operating funds – 3 months | $2,000 | $10,000 |
| Professional Fees | $2,000 | $10,000 |
| Insurance | $1,500 | $10,000 |
Additional Fees (Item 6)
| Fee Type | Amount |
|---|---|
| Transfer Fee | $5,000.00 |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000.00 |
| Audit Fee | Will vary with circumstances. Payable only if our audit shows an understatement of at least 2% of Gross Sales. |
| Advertising Deficiency | Amount of Local Advertising Deficiency |
| Payments for supplies or inventory | Varies depending upon need |
| Late Payment Fees | Up to the highest rate permitted by law |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | $100 per occurrence |
| Late Report Fee | $100 per occurrence |
| Training Fees for additional employees, managers and general managers | Reasonable Training Fee and expenses |
| Optional on-going training for self or other employees | Reasonable Training Fee and expenses |
| Annual Conference or Conferences (if any) | Cost of the conferences |
| Additional Training | Will vary depending on the circumstances |
| Counseling and Advisory Services | Will vary depending on the circumstances |
| Indemnification and Defense | Will vary under the circumstances |
| Replacement of Operations Manual(s) | $5,000.00 if lost or destroyed |
| Payments for supplies, menu management updates, inventory or product purchases | Will vary under the circumstances |
Training Program (Item 11)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Duration | 195.5 hours (including 48 hours pre-training and 24 hours on-the-job) |
| Classroom Training | 171.5 hours |
| On-the-Job Training | 24 hours |
| Training Location | Steam Police headquarters in Rochester, New York or another designated location. |
| Additional Training | We intend to periodically offer advanced and refresher training programs and may require personnel that we designate to attend specific training programs. Special training may be offered if new goods/services or programs are introduced, or to address specific aspects of the Steam Police System. |
Territory Rights (Item 12)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Territory Type | Protected Territory |
| Exclusive Territory | Yes |
| Territory Size | no less than 300,000 people |
| Description | A geographical area specifically delineated by zip codes located in Schedule 5 of the Franchise Agreement. |
Renewal, Termination & Transfer (Item 17)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Initial Term | 10 years |
| Renewal Term | Two 5-year renewal periods |
| Renewal Fee | $10,000.00 |
| Renewal Conditions | Franchisee must provide written notice 12 months prior to term end, bring location to current image/standards (up to $50,000 cost), not be in default, have right to possession of location, pay all amounts owed, sign current franchise agreement (potentially different terms), deliver general release, complete required retraining, and pay renewal fee. |
| Transfer Fee | $5,000.00 |
| Transfer Conditions | Franchisor approval required. Transferee must be a newly organized entity (if applicable), all obligations to franchisor/affiliates/suppliers must be satisfied, transferor must execute a general release, transferee must assume obligations, provide criminal record statements, meet franchisor's managerial/business standards, possess good moral character/credit rating/aptitude/financial resources, meet personally with selection committee, execute current franchise agreement/supporting documents, provide personal guarantee, obtain landlord consent, comply with bulk sales provisions, and transfer all locations together. Transfer to immediate family member may waive transfer fee. |
| Termination for Cause | Franchisor can terminate immediately for: failure to open business as required, unsatisfactory completion of training, conviction of criminal offense affecting system/mark/goodwill, disclosure of confidential information, winding up/dissolution/liquidation, execution/seizure/attachment against business premises not resolved in 15 days, bulk sale/removal of fixtures without consent, lease termination due to franchisee default, insolvency/bankruptcy, abandonment of business, unauthorized transfer, false books/reports, misrepresentation/deceptive practices, termination of other franchise agreements, understatement of Gross Sales by >5%, late reports (3+ occasions), health/safety hazard, 3+ default notices in 24 months, or failure to pay monies within 5 days of notice. Franchisor can terminate with 30-day cure period for substantial non-compliance with agreement/manual, including: employee criminal offense not adversely affecting system (DUI/DWAI excluded), employee disclosure of confidential information, continued violation of law/ordinance/rule for 5 days after notice, misuse/unauthorized use of Marks, uncompleted transfer due to death/incapacity, engaging in confusingly similar business, failure to comply with duties/covenants, failure to submit reports, failure to attend mandatory training, failure to maintain standards/procedures/System/Image/Marks, failure to maintain location/equipment, or making sales outside territory. |
| Non-Compete Period | During the term of the agreement and any renewal period, and for a continuous, uninterrupted period of 5 years after expiration or termination of the agreement or transfer of rights. |
| Non-Compete Details | Franchisee and Guarantors may not, directly or indirectly, divert business/customers to competitors, employ/solicit franchisor's or other franchisees' employees, or own/maintain/engage in/be employed by/advise/assist/invest in/franchise/make loans to/provide financial assistance to/have interest in any business similar to or in competition with the Franchised Business within a 60-mile radius of the Location or any other franchised business operated under the System. A 'similar or in competition with' business engages in cleaning and/or restoration. |
Operations & Supply (Items 8 & 15)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Owner-Operator Required | Yes |
| Participation Details | The Franchisee (or an equity holder with at least 10% interest if a business entity) or a fully-trained employee-manager must devote their entire time, labor, skill, efforts, and attention to the honest, diligent, and faithful operation of the Franchised Business. The business must be under direct, on-premises supervision at all times. |
| Required Suppliers | Franchisees must purchase all products, supplies, services, equipment, furnishings, merchandise, employee uniforms and other items used, sold, displayed, or distributed in their stores or events or used in their Franchised Business in compliance with franchisor standards and specifications from approved suppliers. Over 90% of total purchases and leases are required to be made from approved suppliers. Approved suppliers include Aramsco, Clean Aid, LLC, Universal Cleaning Concepts, Masterblend, Dasher International, Codefied, Inc., Clean Claims, LLC, Verisk Analytics, Clean Pro Supply, Tim Farmer Consulting, and Lucky 13 Solutions, LLC. |
| Supply Restrictions | Franchisees must purchase all fixtures, furnishings, signs, equipment, inventory, uniforms, advertising materials, services and other supplies, products and materials required for the operation of the Franchise business solely from suppliers that meet franchisor's standards, specifications, quality controls, financial condition, business reputation, and have been approved in writing. Franchisor or its affiliates may be the only recommended vendor for turnkey services and opening inventory and may profit from sales to franchisees or receive rebates/commissions from suppliers. |
| Franchisor Revenue from Suppliers | $0.00 (0% of total revenue in 2024) |
Financing (Item 10)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Financing Available | No |
| Description | We do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee any of your notes, leases or other obligations. We are unable to estimate whether you will be able to obtain financing for any or all of your investment or the terms of any financing. We reserve the right to offer financing or assist Franchisees in obtaining financing in the future. |
The Steam Police Franchise Earnings — Item 19
The Steam Police 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.
The Steam Police 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.
The Steam Police Litigation & Risk Flags
Clean Litigation RecordThe Steam Police 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.
The Steam Police System Growth
Total Units
0
Franchised
0
Company-Owned
0
The Steam Police currently operates 0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Transfers: 0 | Closures: 0
State Registrations
Registered in 1 states: NY
Franchisor Financials (Item 21)
0
Net Income
$-3
Total Assets
$45K
Audited by Bonn, Dioguardi & Ray LLP for year ending December 31.
The Steam Police Franchise — FAQ
The total investment to open a The Steam Police franchise ranges from $174,500 to $281,000, per their Franchise Disclosure Document. This includes the initial franchise fee of $40,000.00. The investment covers build-out, inventory, equipment, signage, working capital, and other startup costs.
The Steam Police charges a royalty fee of 7% of Gross Sales of gross sales, plus a Local Advertising: $1,000 per month for the first year then 2.5% of Gross Sales thereafter. Advertising Fund: 2% of Gross Sales. contribution to the marketing/advertising fund. These fees are paid on an ongoing basis.
You can download the The Steam Police 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 The Steam Police to ensure you have the most up-to-date version.
The Steam Police 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.
The Steam Police has been franchising since 2026. The FDD shows an investment range of $174,500-$281,000, a 7% 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 $40,000.00 and the total investment ranges from $174,500 to $281,000 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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