Source: FranopolisBath Fitter
Bath Fitter is a home services and home improvement franchise that provides acrylic bath, shower, bathtub refinishing, and wall system products. Its products are custom molded to fit over existing fixtures for bathroom remodeling and bathtub refinishing. The company serves homes, apartment buildings, hotels, and other multi-unit properties. Its product line includes bathtubs, shower bases, bath and shower walls, domed ceilings, tub and shower doors, and color-matched accessories.
The Business
SourcesThe current franchisor dates its U.S. franchise offering to 1992.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 6 · Item 1 · View Source
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Source NotesWe began offering franchises in the United States and Canada in 1992.
What It Costs
SourcesYour location, business format and operating plan can change the total.
Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Additional Funds (3 months) | $30,000 to $50,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 Additional Funds (3 months) (Note 11) $30,000 $50,000 |
| Franchise Fee | $40,000 to $80,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 Franchise Fee (Note 1) $40,000 $80,000 |
| Professional Fees | $1,500 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 Professional Fees (Note 10) $1,500 $5,000 |
| Utility Deposits | $2,000 to $4,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 Utility Deposits (Note 3) $2,000 $4,000 |
| Total | $225,500 to $515,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 Total (Note 12) $225,500 $515,500 |
| Grand Opening Marketing | $15,000 to $50,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 Grand Opening Marketing (Note 8) $15,000 $50,000 |
| Permits and Licenses | $500 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 Permits and Licenses (Note 7) $500 $5,000 |
| Initial Training and Travel Expenses for Training | $14,000 to $25,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 Initial Training and Travel Expenses for Training (Note 9) $14,000 $25,000 |
| Equipment and Vehicles | $50,000 to $60,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 Equipment and Vehicles (Note 5) $50,000 $60,000 |
| Insurance | $2,500 to $4,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 Insurance (Note 6) $2,500 $4,000 |
| Leasehold Improvements | $50,000 to $150,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 Leasehold Improvements (Note 4) $50,000 $150,000 |
| Rent | $20,000 to $82,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 Rent (Note 2) $20,000 $82,500 |
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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Currently $0. However, we reserve the right at any time to impose a royalty fee in an amount not to exceed 2.5% of Gross Revenues.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 6
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Royalty Fee | Currently $0. However, we reserve the right at any time to impose a royalty fee in an amount not to exceed 2.5% of Gross Revenues. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Transfer Fee — Brand New Franchisee transferee | If the transferee is a new Bath Fitter franchisee (without other franchised Bath Fitter Businesses) the transfer fee is in the amount of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee that we charge to new Bath Fitter franchisees, but not less than $80,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Initial training fee | You must also pay us an initial training fee that will range from $14,000 to $20,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Proprietary tools | proprietary tools (which we will continue to own but you may use in connection with the operation of the Bath Fitter Business) will cost for you to use will be between $8,000 to $10,000; | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Initial Franchise Fee — Brand New Franchisee | If at the time you sign the Franchise Agreement you do not directly or indirectly (such as through one of your affiliates or principals) operate a Bath Fitter Business, your Initial Franchise Fee will be $80,000, plus all of our attorney fees if you request changes to the Franchise Agreement before it is signed. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 |
| Testers | In addition, you must purchase testers ranging from $2,000 to $5,000; | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Initial Franchise Fee — Existing Franchisee | If at the time you sign the Franchise Agreement you directly or indirectly (such as through one of your affiliates or principals) already operate a Bath Fitter Business, your Initial Franchise Fee will be $40,000, plus all of our attorney fees if you request changes to the Franchise Agreement before it is signed. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 |
| Interest | 1.5% per month on overdue amounts | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Inventory | Before you open your Bath Fitter Business, if you do not already operate a Bath Fitter Business, we require you to purchase certain inventory for the Franchised Business that will range from $20,000 to $50,000, depending on the size of your Territory. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Additional Training or On-Site Training | Our then-current per diem training charges (currently, $2,500), our other fees and our out-of-pocket expenses for any training conducted at your Franchised Business or elsewhere. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Transfer Fee — Existing Franchisee transferee | If the transferee is not a new Bath Fitter franchisee (and has an existing franchised Bath Fitter Business), the transfer fee is in the amount of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee that we charge to existing Bath Fitter franchisees, but not less than $40,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Display | and a display that will range from $5,000 to $30,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 |
| Customer Reimbursement | refund the customer up to one 100% of the amount paid by the customer to you | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Relocation Fee | The costs and expenses we incur in connection with the relocation request, which will not be less than $5,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesSee how the disclosed startup costs fit your cash, reserves, and financing plans.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe franchisor does not offer, either directly or indirectly, any financing arrangements to you.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not offer, either directly or indirectly, any financing arrangements to you.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 99 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 99 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | 100 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 · 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 98 99 +1
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 99 99 0
2025 Year-End Counts
SourcesFranchised 2025 99 100 +1
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 current franchisor dates its U.S. franchise offering to 1992.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 6 · Item 1 · View Source
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Source NotesWe began offering franchises in the United States and Canada in 1992.
02The Leadership Team
Vice President Finance Giuseppe Guadagnino Mr. Guadagnino has been the franchisor’s Vice President Finance since June 2016.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 2 · View Source
Vice President Franchise Engagement Jennifer Haylor Ms. Haylor has been the franchisor’s Vice President Franchise Engagement since July 2025.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 2 · View Source
Installation Training Manager Adam Little Mr. Little has been the franchisor’s Installation Training Manager since February 2023.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 2 · View Source
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Vice President Finance Giuseppe Guadagnino Mr. Guadagnino has been our Vice President Finance since June 2016.
Vice President Franchise Engagement Jennifer Haylor Ms. Haylor has been our Vice President Franchise Engagement since July 2025.
Source NotesInstallation Training Manager Adam Little Mr. Little has been our Installation Training Manager since February 2023.
04Bankruptcy Disclosure
This FDD reports no bankruptcy matters that require disclosure under Item 4.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 4 · View Source
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Source NotesNo bankruptcy information is required to be disclosed in this Item.
07Estimated Startup Investment
The FDD estimates a total startup investment of $225,500 to $515,500. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 · Item 7 · View Source
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Source NotesTotal (Note 12) $225,500 $515,500
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
The franchisor has the right to collect and retain all manufacturing allowances, marketing allowances, rebates, credits, monies, payments, or benefits (collectively, “ Allowances ”) offered by suppliers to you or to the franchisor (or the franchisor’s affiliates) based upon your purchases of Other Material. The franchisor may retain Allowances without restriction.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 · Item 8 · View Source
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Source NotesWe have the right to collect and retain all manufacturing allowances, marketing allowances, rebates, credits, monies, payments, or benefits (collectively, “ Allowances ”) offered by suppliers to you or to us (or our affiliates) based upon your purchases of Other Material. We may retain Allowances without restriction.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor does not offer, either directly or indirectly, any financing arrangements to you.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not offer, either directly or indirectly, any financing arrangements to you.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it does not use public figures to promote this franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 38 · Item 18 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not use any public figure to promote our franchise.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 100 franchised locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 · Item 20 · View Source
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Source NotesFranchised 2025 99 100 +1
21Franchisor Financial Statements
Exhibit A contains the franchisor’s audited financial statements covering 2025, 2024, 2023. These statements describe the franchisor’s finances, not a franchise owner’s earnings.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 46 · Item 21 · View Source
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Source NotesAttached as Exhibit A are our audited financial statements for our fiscal years ended December 31, 2025, December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023.
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