Source: FranopolisAce Handyman Services
Ace Handyman Services is a stand-alone handyman and home improvement franchise business. Its skilled W-2 Craftsmen perform handyman services, while the office team manages scheduling, customer communication, and transactions. The business serves residential and commercial customers and seeks repeat work from customers. Each location is operated by a small team that includes a General Manager, an Office Manager, and Craftsmen.
The Business
SourcesThe current franchisor began offering franchises in February 2001.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The franchisor is a Colorado corporation that was incorporated on August 22, 2000 under the name Handyman Matters Franchise Corporation.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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We have been offering franchised businesses similar to an AHS Businesses since February 2001.
Source NotesWe are a Colorado corporation that was incorporated on August 22, 2000 under the name Handyman Matters Franchise Corporation.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Hardware and Office Equipment | $2,500 to $5,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Computer Hardware and Office Equipment (6) $2,500 to $5,500 |
| Travel and living expense while training | $3,500 to $4,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Travel and living expense while training (2) $3,500 to $4,500 |
| Licenses and permits | $1,000 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Licenses and permits (8) $1,000 to $5,000 |
| Insurance | $5,500 to $7,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Insurance (9) $5,500 to $7,000 |
| Initial Marketing Spend | $11,000 to $20,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Initial Marketing Spend (7) $11,000 to $20,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $70,000 to $100,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Initial Franchise Fee (1) $70,000 to $100,000 |
| Miscellaneous opening costs | $2,000 to $4,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Miscellaneous opening costs $2,000 to $4,500 |
| Lease Deposit | $1,000 to $3,200 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Lease Deposit (3) $1,000 to $3,200 |
| Estimated Initial Investment Expenses Minus Initial Franchise Fee - Mini AHS Business | $62,200 to $126,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Estimated Initial Investment Expenses Noted Above Minus the Initial Franchise Fee $62,200 to $126,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - Mini AHS Business | $35,000 to $45,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Initial Franchise Fee (1) $35,000 to $45,000 |
| TOTAL - Standard AHS Business | $132,200 to $226,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 TOTAL (11)(12)(13)(14) $132,200 to $226,000 |
| TOTAL - Mini AHS Business | $97,200 to $171,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 TOTAL (11)(12)(13)(14) $97,200 to $171,000 |
| Utility deposits and fees | $500 to $1,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Utility deposits and fees $500 to $1,000 |
| Professional fees | $500 to $6,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Professional fees $500 to $6,000 |
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $30,000 to $45,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Additional Funds (3 months) (10) $30,000 to $45,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements and Signage | $600 to $4,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Leasehold Improvements and Signage (3) $600 to $4,000 |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesKey Franchise Fees
- Royalty
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6% of your actual Gross Revenues of the previous month, subject to annual reconciliation based on your Minimum Annual Gross Revenues requirements
2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 · Item 6
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Individual Marketing Expenditure - Mini AHS Business | For a Mini AHS Business, the minimum expenditures are $15,000 from your third full month through the end of first year of operations, $20,000 in your second year of operations, and $25,000 for each subsequent year | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Recruiting Platform Fee | $125 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Audit Fee | We estimate that the cost of an audit will range from $2,500 to $5,000, but may be more. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
| National Brand Fee | 2% of your actual Gross Revenues, subject to annual reconciliation based on your Minimum Annual Gross Revenues requirements | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Late Report or Fee | Also, $75 per occurrence per late report or fee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Additional Territory Discount | you may receive a discount of $14,000 off of the Initial Franchise Fee for the additional Territory you may acquire. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Interest and Late Fees | Not to exceed 18% per annum on all amounts owed. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - Mini AHS Business | If, with our consent, you acquire a Mini AHS Business, the Initial Franchise Fee is $35,000 for a Territory size of up to 35,000 households. If your actual Territory size exceeds 35,000 households, the Initial Franchise Fee is increased $1.00 for each additional household located in the Territory, up to a maximum Territory size of 45,000 households. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - Standard AHS Business | The Initial Franchise Fee for a single AHS Business franchise is $70,000 for a Territory size of up to 70,000 households. If your actual Territory size exceeds 70,000 households, the Initial Franchise Fee is increased $1.00 for each additional household located in the Territory, up to a maximum Territory size of 100,000 households. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Meeting and Convention Fee - Partial Attendance | 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 17 |
| Additional Training | The current rate as of the date of this Disclosure Document is $55 per hour per person plus out-of-pocket expenses | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| VetFran Discount | you may receive a discount of $7,000 off of the Initial Franchise Fee for the first Franchise Agreement you sign. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Additional Concept Discount | you may receive a discount of $14,000 off of the Initial Franchise Fee for a new franchise from us. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Royalty Fee | 6% of your actual Gross Revenues of the previous month, subject to annual reconciliation based on your Minimum Annual Gross Revenues requirements | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Software and Internet Fees | Currently $599 per month, but may be changed by us upon 30 days’ notice | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Meeting and Convention Fee - Nonattendance | If you do not attend: $1,500 per meeting | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Transfer Fee | $10,000. There is no Transfer Fee for a transfer to a business entity wholly owned by franchisee, and the Transfer Fee is reduced to $3,500 for transfers to a family member | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Minimum Individual Marketing Expenditure - Standard | $30,000 from your third full month through the end of first year of operations, $40,000 in your second year of operations, and $50,000 for each subsequent year | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesYour Role As An Owner
SourcesYou or the Franchise Manager are required to devote substantial full time and best efforts on a daily basis, in person, to the supervision and conduct of the AHS Business, which must not be less than 40 hours per week.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 45 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesYou or the Franchise Manager are required to devote substantial full time and best efforts on a daily basis, in person, to the supervision and conduct of the AHS Business, which must not be less than 40 hours per week.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 367 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 61 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 369 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 61 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | 383 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 61 · 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 305 367 +62
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 367 369 +2
2025 Year-End Counts
SourcesFranchised 2025 369 383 +14
Inside The FDD
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01The Business And Its Ownership
The current franchisor began offering franchises in February 2001.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor is a Colorado corporation that was incorporated on August 22, 2000 under the name Handyman Matters Franchise Corporation.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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We have been offering franchised businesses similar to an AHS Businesses since February 2001.
Source NotesWe are a Colorado corporation that was incorporated on August 22, 2000 under the name Handyman Matters Franchise Corporation.
02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Andy Bell (Chief Executive Officer and Founder Andy Bell is the founder of the Ace Handyman Services System. He currently serves as our Chief Executive Officer).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 · Item 2 · View Source
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Source NotesAndy Bell – Chief Executive Officer and Founder Andy Bell is the founder of the Ace Handyman Services System. He currently serves as our Chief Executive Officer
04Bankruptcy Disclosure
This FDD reports no bankruptcy matters that require disclosure under Item 4.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 · Item 4 · View Source
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Source NotesNo bankruptcy information is required to be disclosed in this ITEM.
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
The franchisor estimates that the cost of your purchases of materials meeting the franchisor’s specifications will represent approximately 8 to 15 percent of your total purchases in establishing your franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 · Item 8 · View Source
The franchisor estimates that purchases in accordance with the franchisor’s standards and specifications will comprise 80 to 90 percent of the product purchase requirements for the ongoing operations of an AHS Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 · Item 8 · View Source
You are required to purchase all materials, supplies and goods needed to run your AHS Business from an Ace Supplier, but only when an item is in stock or readily available, and competitively priced.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 · Item 8 · View Source
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We estimate that the cost of your purchases of materials meeting our specifications will represent approximately 8 to 15 percent of your total purchases in establishing your franchise.
We estimate that purchases in accordance with our standards and specifications will comprise 80 to 90 percent of the product purchase requirements for the ongoing operations of an AHS Business.
Source NotesYou are required to purchase all materials, supplies and goods needed to run your AHS Business from an Ace Supplier, but only when an item is in stock or readily available, and competitively priced.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
No patents or pending patent applications are material to the franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 44 · 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
You or the Franchise Manager are required to devote substantial full time and best efforts on a daily basis, in person, to the supervision and conduct of the AHS Business, which must not be less than 40 hours per week.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 45 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesYou or the Franchise Manager are required to devote substantial full time and best efforts on a daily basis, in person, to the supervision and conduct of the AHS Business, which must not be less than 40 hours per week.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
If you are in good standing, you can acquire additional successor franchise terms of 10 years each.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 47 · Item 17 · View Source
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Source NotesIf you are in good standing, you can acquire additional successor franchise terms of 10 years each.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 383 franchised locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
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Source NotesFranchised 2025 369 383 +14
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