Source: Franopolis1-800-Plumber
The Business
SourcesThe franchisor is a Texas limited liability company, originally formed on March 6, 2015.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The Shaded Oak Group, LLC, doing business as Elevate Franchise Brands, a Texas limited liability company, is the franchisor’s parent company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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We are a Texas limited liability company, originally formed on March 6, 2015.
Source NotesThe Shaded Oak Group, LLC, doing business as Elevate Franchise Brands, a Texas limited liability company (“Elevate Franchise Brands”), is our parent company.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Principal Deployer - Training Costs | $1,000 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Training Costs (Note 11) $1,000 $3,000 |
| Strategic Developer - Vans and Signage | $3,000 to $35,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Vans and Signage (Note 4) $3,000 $35,000 |
| Strategic Developer - Insurance | $1,000 to $30,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Insurance (Note 9) $1,000 $30,000 |
| Principal Deployer - Market Penetration Strategy | $16,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Market Penetration Strategy (Note 14) $16,500 $16,500 |
| Strategic Developer - Total | $225,710 to $392,200 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Totals $225,710 $392,200 |
| Principal Deployer - Leasehold Improvements | $1,000 to $20,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Leasehold Improvements (Note 3) $1,000 $20,000 |
| Strategic Developer - Franchise Fee | $103,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Franchise Fee (Note 1) $103,000 $103,000 |
| Principal Deployer - Business Licenses | $10 to $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 1-800-PLUMBER Business Licenses (Note 13) $10 $10,000 |
| Enterprise Director - Start Up Bundle | $66,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Start Up Bundle (Note 5) $66,500 $66,500 |
| Strategic Developer - Start Up Bundle | $47,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Start Up Bundle (Note 5) $47,500 $47,500 |
| Principal Deployer - Real Property/Site Lease | $1,000 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Real Property/Site Lease (Note 2) $1,000 $5,000 |
| Principal Deployer - Total | $179,210 to $345,700 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Totals $179,210 $345,700 |
| Strategic Developer - Real Property/Site Lease | $1,000 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Real Property/Site Lease (Note 2) $1,000 $5,000 |
| Strategic Developer - Business Licenses | $10 to $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 1-800-PLUMBER Business Licenses (Note 13) $10 $10,000 |
| Strategic Developer - GPS | $200 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Global Positioning System (“ GPS ”) (Note 8) $200 $200 |
| Strategic Developer - Professional Fees | $500 to $6,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Professional Fees (Note 15) $500 $6,000 |
| Strategic Developer - Additional Funds - 3 Months | $50,000 to $100,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Additional Funds - 3 Months (Notes 16 and 17) $50,000 $100,000 |
| Strategic Developer - Leasehold Improvements | $1,000 to $20,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Leasehold Improvements (Note 3) $1,000 $20,000 |
| Enterprise Director - Market Penetration Strategy | $25,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Market Penetration Strategy (Note 14) $25,000 $25,000 |
| Strategic Developer - Training Costs | $1,000 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Training Costs (Note 11) $1,000 $3,000 |
| Principal Deployer - GPS | $200 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Global Positioning System (“ GPS ”) (Note 8) $200 $200 |
| Principal Deployer - Office Furniture | $500 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Office Furniture (Note 6) $500 $5,000 |
| Principal Deployer - Start Up Bundle | $47,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Start Up Bundle (Note 5) $47,500 $47,500 |
| Enterprise Director - Total | $301,310 to $483,800 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Totals $301,310 $483,800 |
| Strategic Developer - Office Furniture | $500 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Office Furniture (Note 6) $500 $5,000 |
| Principal Deployer - Vans and Signage | $3,000 to $35,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Vans and Signage (Note 4) $3,000 $35,000 |
| Strategic Developer - Market Penetration Strategy | $16,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Market Penetration Strategy (Note 14) $16,500 $16,500 |
| Principal Deployer - Security and Utility Deposits | $500 to $6,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Security and Utility Deposits (Note 12) $500 $6,000 |
| Enterprise Director - Vans and Signage | $4,500 to $52,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Vans and Signage (Note 4) $4,500 $52,500 |
| Principal Deployer - Additional Funds - 3 Months | $50,000 to $100,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Additional Funds - 3 Months (Notes 16 and 17) $50,000 $100,000 |
| Strategic Developer - Security and Utility Deposits | $500 to $6,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Security and Utility Deposits (Note 12) $500 $6,000 |
| Principal Deployer - Insurance | $1,000 to $30,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Insurance (Note 9) $1,000 $30,000 |
| Enterprise Director - Franchise Fee | $149,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Franchise Fee (Note 1) $149,500 $149,500 |
| Principal Deployer - Franchise Fee | $56,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 Franchise Fee (Note 1) $56,500 $56,500 |
| Principal Deployer - Professional Fees | $500 to $6,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Professional Fees (Note 15) $500 $6,000 |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesFees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Meeting incomplete attendance or hotel fee | If you attend but do not stay at the designated hotel or do not stay for the entire meeting or convention: $750 per meeting. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Start Up Bundle - Principal Deployer or Strategic Developer | You will pay us a total of $47,500 for your Start Up Bundle as a Principal Deployer or Strategic Developer, or a total of $66,500 as an Enterprise Director. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Market Penetration Strategy - Principal Deployer or Strategic Developer | You will pay us a total of $16,500 as a Principal Deployer or Strategic Developer or a total of $25,000 as an Enterprise Director, which amount will be used to run a promotional campaign and purchase promotional products for the opening of your 1-800-PLUMBER Business that we call your “ Market Penetration Strategy .” | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Additional Training | The current rate as of the date of this Disclosure Document is $100 per hour per person plus out- of-pocket expenses, but will not exceed $250 per person plus out-of pocket expenses. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Audit Fee for Act of Deception | If you commit an Act of Deception, $20,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| GPS monthly service fee | The cost of the GPS will be set by the approved vendor, but we anticipate you will spend $100 for each unit and a monthly service fee with the range from approximately $25 to $50 per unit, which includes initial training, install, hardware and software range. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 |
| Meeting nonattendance fee | If you do not attend: $1,500 per meeting. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Local Ad Expenditure | We recommend, but do not require, that you spend 8-10% of your Gross Revenues on local advertising in each of your Service Areas; however, if you fail to reach your Minimum Monthly Gross Revenues for two consecutive months or three months within any 12-month period, you are required to spend at least 8% of your actual Gross Revenues on marketing in your Service Area during the following 12-month period | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Start Up Bundle - Enterprise Director | You will pay us a total of $47,500 for your Start Up Bundle as a Principal Deployer or Strategic Developer, or a total of $66,500 as an Enterprise Director. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Interest and Late Fees | Lesser of 18% per annum; or highest lawful rate of interest. Also, $75 per occurrence per late report or fee. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Call Center setup fee | There is also a one-time setup fee of $300. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Meeting and Convention Fee | Currently $299 per attendee, but we reserve the right to increase the fee in the future, up to a maximum of $1,000 per attendee. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Technology Fee | $300 per month per Service Area, which can be increased up to $1,000 per month per Service Area | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - second and subsequent franchises | The Initial Franchise Fee for a second and each subsequent franchise you acquire is reduced to $46,500 per franchise. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | $50 per violation | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Successor Franchise Fee | 25% of the then current Franchise Fee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Market Penetration Strategy - Enterprise Director | You will pay us a total of $16,500 as a Principal Deployer or Strategic Developer or a total of $25,000 as an Enterprise Director, which amount will be used to run a promotional campaign and purchase promotional products for the opening of your 1-800-PLUMBER Business that we call your “ Market Penetration Strategy .” | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - first franchise | The initial franchise fee (the “ Initial Franchise Fee ”) for your first franchisee is $56,500 for a Service Area containing a population of up to 350,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Field Management Software System Fee | You are required to pay the fee for this system, currently $211 per month per technician, per Service Area, which is paid directly to the vendor of this system. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 |
| Call Center Fee | Optional, currently, $300 per month plus $25 per appointment | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesYour Role As An Owner
SourcesWith the franchisor’s approval, you may hire a “General Manager” to perform the duties of the Managing Principal if none of the Controlling Principals desire or are qualified to serve in the Managing Principal position.
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Source NotesWith our approval, you may hire a “General Manager” to perform the duties of the Managing Principal if none of the Controlling Principals desire or are qualified to serve in the Managing Principal position.
Territory
SourcesThe franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 38 · Item 12 · View Source
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Source NotesYou will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
A disclosed territory policy does not confirm that your preferred area is available. Ask the franchisor about the specific area you are considering.
Training & Support
SourcesThe time that will elapse between the signing of your first Franchise Agreement and the opening of your franchise business is typically 150 days.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 11 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
Classes may be conducted at the franchisor’s home offices in Pearland, Texas or at another specified location.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 11 · View Source
The percentage is described in Item 6 (and ranges from 1.5 to 2 percent), depending on your annual Gross Revenues.
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The time that will elapse between the signing of your first Franchise Agreement and the opening of your franchise business is typically 150 days.
Classes may be conducted at our home offices in Pearland, Texas or at another specified location.
Source NotesThe percentage is described in Item 6 (and ranges from 1.5 to 2 percent), depending on your annual Gross Revenues.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 44 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 56 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 50 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 56 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | 57 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 56 · Item 20 |
These are reported outlet counts, not available territories or a measure of profitability. A dash means a count is not available in this record.
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2023 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2023 36 44 +8
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 44 50 +6
2025 Year-End Counts
SourcesFranchised 2025 50 57 +7
Inside The FDD
SourcesPlain-language summaries of the available FDD information. Each summary links to its source, with original excerpts available to review.
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01The Business And Its Ownership
The franchisor is a Texas limited liability company, originally formed on March 6, 2015.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
The Shaded Oak Group, LLC, doing business as Elevate Franchise Brands, a Texas limited liability company, is the franchisor’s parent company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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We are a Texas limited liability company, originally formed on March 6, 2015.
Source NotesThe Shaded Oak Group, LLC, doing business as Elevate Franchise Brands, a Texas limited liability company (“Elevate Franchise Brands”), is our parent company.
03Disclosed Legal Proceedings
This FDD reports no litigation that requires disclosure under Item 3.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 3 · View Source
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Source NotesNo litigation is required to be disclosed in this Item.
05Fees Paid To Get Started
After your first franchise, the initial franchise fee falls to $46,500 for each additional franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 · Item 5 · View Source
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Source NotesThe Initial Franchise Fee for a second and each subsequent franchise you acquire is reduced to $46,500 per franchise.
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
The franchisor estimates that purchasing or leasing required items in accordance with the franchisor’s standards and specifications will comprise 45 to 55 percent of all product and service purchases and leases in operating your 1-800-PLUMBER Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 · Item 8 · View Source
The franchisor has not arranged any purchasing cooperatives for the franchisor’s franchisees.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 · Item 8 · View Source
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We estimate that purchasing or leasing required items in accordance with our standards and specifications will comprise 45 to 55 percent of all product and service purchases and leases in operating your 1-800-PLUMBER Business.
Source NotesWe have not arranged any purchasing cooperatives for our franchisees.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The time that will elapse between the signing of your first Franchise Agreement and the opening of your franchise business is typically 150 days.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 11 · View Source
Classes may be conducted at the franchisor’s home offices in Pearland, Texas or at another specified location.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 · Item 11 · View Source
The percentage is described in Item 6 (and ranges from 1.5 to 2 percent), depending on your annual Gross Revenues.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 33 · Item 11 · View Source
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The time that will elapse between the signing of your first Franchise Agreement and the opening of your franchise business is typically 150 days.
Classes may be conducted at our home offices in Pearland, Texas or at another specified location.
Source NotesThe percentage is described in Item 6 (and ranges from 1.5 to 2 percent), depending on your annual Gross Revenues.
12Territory
The franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 38 · Item 12 · View Source
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Source NotesYou will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that we own, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that we control.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
No patents or pending patent applications are material to the franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 42 · Item 14 · View Source
No copyrights, other than common law copyrights in the Operations Manual, are material to the franchise.
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No patents or pending patent applications are material to the franchise.
Source NotesNo copyrights, other than common law copyrights in the Operations Manual, are material to the franchise.
15Owner Participation
With the franchisor’s approval, you may hire a “General Manager” to perform the duties of the Managing Principal if none of the Controlling Principals desire or are qualified to serve in the Managing Principal position.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesWith our approval, you may hire a “General Manager” to perform the duties of the Managing Principal if none of the Controlling Principals desire or are qualified to serve in the Managing Principal position.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says no public figure or celebrity works in its management or promotes its franchises.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 48 · Item 18 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not employ any public figure or celebrity in our management, nor do we use a public figure or celebrity to promote our franchises.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 57 franchised locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 56 · Item 20 · View Source
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Source NotesFranchised 2025 50 57 +7
21Franchisor Financial Statements
The franchisor’s financial reporting year ends on December 31st.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 60 · Item 21 · View Source
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Source NotesOur fiscal year end is December 31st.
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