Source: FranopolisDryer Vent Wizard
The Business
SourcesThe current franchisor was formed on November 13, 2020 as a Delaware limited liability company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The franchisor is a direct, wholly-owned subsidiary of Neighborly Assetco LLC.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 1 · View Source
The Franchisor is Dryer Vent Wizard SPV LLC. The franchisor is a Delaware limited liability company organized on November 13, 2020.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
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We are a Delaware limited liability company organized on November 13, 2020.
We are a direct, wholly-owned subsidiary of Neighborly Assetco LLC (“Parent”).
Source NotesThe Franchisor is Dryer Vent Wizard SPV LLC. We are a Delaware limited liability company organized on November 13, 2020.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Real Estate | $0 to $6,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Real Estate 9 $0 $6,000 |
| Training, Travel, Lodging & Food | $1,500 to $5,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Training, Travel, Lodging & Food 6 $1,500 $5,500 |
| Totals | $84,900 to $163,400 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Totals 11 $ 84,900 $163,400 + any additional franchise fee |
| Insurance | $1,500 to $6,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Insurance 4 $1,500 $6,000 |
| Advertising & Promotional and Local Marketing Spending | $10,500 to $15,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Advertising & Promotional and Local Marketing Spending 5 $10,500 $15,000 |
| Equipment, Supplies & Inventory | $13,000 to $20,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Equipment, Supplies & Inventory 3 $13,000 $20,000 |
| Deposits, Permits & Licenses | $0 to $6,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Deposits, Permits & Licenses 7 $0 $6,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $49,900 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 Initial Franchise Fee 1 $49,900 $49,900 + $.040 per additional Target Household |
| Van | $3,500 to $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 Van 2 $3,500 $10,000 |
| Professional Fees | $0 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Professional Fees 8 $0 $5,000 |
| Additional Funds - 3 Months | $5,000 to $40,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 36 Additional Funds - 3 Months 10 $5,000 $40,000 |
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
- Initial Franchise Fee
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The initial franchisee fee you must pay to us is $49,900 (the “Minimum Initial Franchise Fee”), which is a fee for a territory of 100,000 to 150,000 Target Households
2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 · Item 5
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer Training Fee | the transferee must also complete our training program and pay us a $3,500 training fee. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 |
| Software System Enrollment Fee | The amount of the enrollment fee is $1,250 per license granted to you. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 |
| Additional Territory Fee | if you wish to purchase additional territory (beyond 150,000 Target Households) in contiguous geographic areas, you must pay us $0.40 per each additional Target Household in the territory. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| Audit Noncompliance Fee | $500 per document (up to $2,500 per audit) that you fail to timely make available to us in connection with an audit | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 |
| Local Marketing Groups | Not to exceed 3% of Gross Sales. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 |
| Training Fee for Purchase of Existing Franchised Business | If you’re purchasing an existing Dryer Vent Wizard business, you will not pay an initial franchise fee but you will pay us a $3,500 training fee for which we will provide you our initial training program. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 |
| Annual Convention Registration Fee | Currently $1,000 or less per registrant. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 |
| MAP Fee | The greater of (a) a percentage of Gross Sales, up to 4% of Gross Sales (currently 2% of Gross Sales) or (b) the applicable Minimum MAP Fee (see Note 2). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 |
| Annual Convention Nonattendance Fee | $2,000 if you fail to attend or participate in the Reunion. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 |
| Additional Field Training Attendee Fee | If more than one individual is attending any field training, there will be a $1,100 fee for each attendee. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 |
| License Fee | The greater of (a) 10% of Gross Sales or (b) the applicable minimum license fee (See Note 2), except for “roll-in” sales. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 |
| Additional Training Fee | The then-current fee, ($100 per day for follow up operational assistance, and $500 per day for replacement manager training) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 |
| Late Fee | $10 per day | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 |
| Transfer Fee | The greater of (i) $7,500 or (ii) 5% of the sales price. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 |
| Software System Late Fee | $25 per month or the maximum amount allowed under the law, whichever is less. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 |
| Software System Fees | Currently, $250.95 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 |
| Additional Onverity Back-Office User | Currently, $40 per month for a fourth and each additional Onverity back- office user | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | The initial franchisee fee you must pay to us is $49,900 (the “Minimum Initial Franchise Fee”), which is a fee for a territory of 100,000 to 150,000 Target Households | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| QuickBooks Online through ZorWare | If you obtain QuickBooks Online through ZorWare, you will pay an additional fee of $30 to $220 per month depending on the license tier that you select. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 |
| Key Accounts / Management Fee | Up to 5% of total Gross Sales related to Key Account work | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 |
| Call Center Fee | The greater of (a) 5% of Gross Sales or (b) the applicable Minimum Call Center Fee (see Note 2). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 |
| Additional Field User | plus currently, $65 per month for each said additional field user | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 |
| Additional Paid Email Account | plus currently, $5.50 to $30/ month for an additional email account, depending on type of account. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 |
| Interest | 12% on unpaid balances | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesTerritory
SourcesIf you do not accept appointments and make yourself available to service Customers in any zip code in your Territory at least once weekly, the franchisor has the right to schedule customers in that portion of your Territory for service by another franchisee.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 59 · Item 12 · View Source
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Source NotesIf you do not accept appointments and make yourself available to service Customers in any zip code in your Territory at least once weekly, we have the right to schedule customers in that portion of your Territory for service by another franchisee.
A disclosed territory policy does not confirm that your preferred area is available. Ask the franchisor about the specific area you are considering.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe franchisor has no obligation to provide you any financing, but the franchisor may agree to finance a portion of the initial franchise fee for qualified prospective franchisees under specified terms and conditions.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 46 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe have no obligation to provide you any financing, but we may agree to finance a portion of the initial franchise fee for qualified prospective franchisees under specified terms and conditions.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 147 | 0 | 147 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 75 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 75 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | 163 | — | — | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 75 · 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 132 147 +15
Company-Owned 2023 0 0 0
Total Outlets 2023 132 147 +15
2024 Year-End Counts
Company-Owned 2024 0 0 0
2025 Year-End Counts
SourcesFranchised 2025 165 163 -2
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 was formed on November 13, 2020 as a Delaware limited liability company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor is a direct, wholly-owned subsidiary of Neighborly Assetco LLC.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 1 · View Source
The Franchisor is Dryer Vent Wizard SPV LLC. The franchisor is a Delaware limited liability company organized on November 13, 2020.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
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We are a Delaware limited liability company organized on November 13, 2020.
We are a direct, wholly-owned subsidiary of Neighborly Assetco LLC (“Parent”).
Source NotesThe Franchisor is Dryer Vent Wizard SPV LLC. We are a Delaware limited liability company organized on November 13, 2020.
02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Grayson Brown (Secretary of Manager and Franchisor, and EVP, General Counsel and Secretary of Neighborly).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 · Item 2 · View Source
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Source NotesSecretary of Manager and Franchisor, and EVP, General Counsel and Secretary of Neighborly: Grayson Brown
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
You must participate in the franchisor’s Call Center Program, which is currently administered by the franchisor’s affiliate, Neighborly Service Solutions SPV LLC, and pay NSS the fees described in Item 6.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 · Item 8 · View Source
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Source NotesYou must participate in our Call Center Program, which is currently administered by our affiliate, Neighborly Service Solutions SPV LLC (“NSS”), and pay NSS the fees described in Item 6.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor has no obligation to provide you any financing, but the franchisor may agree to finance a portion of the initial franchise fee for qualified prospective franchisees under specified terms and conditions.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 46 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe have no obligation to provide you any financing, but we may agree to finance a portion of the initial franchise fee for qualified prospective franchisees under specified terms and conditions.
12Territory
If you do not accept appointments and make yourself available to service Customers in any zip code in your Territory at least once weekly, the franchisor has the right to schedule customers in that portion of your Territory for service by another franchisee.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 59 · Item 12 · View Source
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Source NotesIf you do not accept appointments and make yourself available to service Customers in any zip code in your Territory at least once weekly, we have the right to schedule customers in that portion of your Territory for service by another franchisee.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
The initial franchise agreement lasts 10 years.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 66 · Item 17 · View Source
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Source NotesInitial term is 10 years.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 163 franchised locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 75 · Item 20 · View Source
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Source NotesFranchised 2025 165 163 -2
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