Source: FranopolisGranite Garage Floors
Granite Garage Floors is a home-based garage improvement and concrete floor refinishing franchise. Franchise owners provide industrial-grade epoxy and polyaspartic floor coating systems for residential and commercial clients, including garages, basements, patios, pool areas, and commercial floors. They also offer customizable storage solutions, such as slatwall, cabinets, and accessories, as part of complete space makeovers. The business serves homeowners and businesses seeking professionally installed floor coatings and organized storage systems for concrete surfaces and garage spaces.
The Business
SourcesThe current franchisor was formed on June 21, 2013 as a Georgia limited liability company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The franchisor is a Georgia limited liability company formed on June 21, 2013. The franchisor does not do business under any name other than Granite Garage Floors Franchising, LLC.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor began offering franchises to open and operate businesses to sell, market and install or refurbish concrete garage floors with an epoxy coating system under the Granite Garage Floors marks in 2013.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
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We are a Georgia limited liability company formed on June 21, 2013.
We are a Georgia limited liability company formed on June 21, 2013. We do not do business under any name other than Granite Garage Floors Franchising, LLC.
Source NotesWe began offering franchises to open and operate businesses to sell, market and install or refurbish concrete garage floors with an epoxy coating system (“Services”) under the Granite Garage Floors marks in 2013.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Wrap | $4,900 to $5,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Vehicle Wrap (3) $4,900 to $5,500 |
| Professional Service Fees and Licensing | $1,000 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Professional Service Fees and Licensing ( 9 ) $1,000 to $2,000 |
| Advertising | $24,000 to $34,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Advertising (7) $24,000 to $34,000 |
| Initial Training | $2,000 to $4,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Initial Training (5) $2,000 to $4,500 |
| Initial Inventory and Equipment | $24,000 to $37,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Initial Inventory and Equipment ( 3 ) $24,000 to $37,000 |
| Technology | $2,400 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Technology (6) $2,400 to $3,000 |
| Additional Funds - Initial 3 Months | $20,000 to $60,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Additional Funds - Initial 3 Months (1 0 ) $20,000 to $60,000 |
| Vehicle Upfit | $15,800 to $17,900 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Vehicle Upfit (3) $15,800 to $17,900 |
| Rent | $0 to $800 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Rent (4) $0 to $800 |
| Vehicle | $4,400 to $6,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Vehicle (2) $4,400 to $6,000 |
| Insurance | $1,000 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Insurance (8) $1,000 to $1,500 |
| Franchise Fee | $50,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Franchise Fee (1) $50,000 |
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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You will pay us an initial franchise fee of $50,000 (the “Initial Franchise Fee”).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 5
Review Fee Sources- Royalty
View Disclosed Terms
6.5% of Gross Sales or minimum Monthly Royalty payment as outlined in the schedule below. Month 4-12: $500 Month 13-24: $1,500 Month 25 to end of term: $2,500
2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 · Item 6
Review Fee Sources- Marketing & Advertising
- 2% of Gross Sales.
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Supplier Review | Our reasonable cost of inspecting the supplier or testing the proposed equipment, including personnel or travel costs, not to exceed $5,000 per request. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Step in Fee | $200 per hour per employee that we assign, plus any expenses they incur and any attorneys’ fees we incur in connection with the exercise and maintenance of the rights. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Training Fee for each additional individual | We charge a training fee of $500 for each additional individual who attends our Initial Training Program. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Bookkeeping Software | $55 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Inspection | $500 per day per person plus our expenses. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Postcard Marketing Services | $199/mo. for up to 120 postcards. $1.65 per additional postcard. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Late Submission Fee | $100 per time any payment (including a late fee), request for information, forms, data, or item/information is not received when due, plus 12% interest/year, or the maximum rate allowed by law, from date due until paid. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Payment Processing Fee | $35 per month per account and applicable per transaction fees. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Convention Fee | Up to $1,500 depending upon costs. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Phone and Messaging Services | $34.99 per month per user, plus $0.012 cents per text message. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Initial Franchise Fees during 2025 | During 2025 our franchise offering included waivers, discounts and refunds such that our Initial Franchise Fees ranged from $0 to $60,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Digital Lead Generation Services | 20% of total advertising spend or $100, whichever is greater. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | You will pay us an initial franchise fee of $50,000 (the “Initial Franchise Fee”). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Consulting Fee | $500 per day, per person, plus our expenses. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Royalty Fee | 6.5% of Gross Sales or minimum Monthly Royalty payment as outlined in the schedule below. Month 4-12: $500 Month 13-24: $1,500 Month 25 to end of term: $2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Additional Email Licenses | $15 per month, per license | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Referral Fee | Currently, the Referral Fee is $25,000 for each successful referral of a candidate who is not a current franchisee of our brand or any of our affiliate brands. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Technology Fee | $650 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Brand Fund Fee | 2% of Gross Sales. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Email Marketing Services | $169/mo. for up to 5,000 emails | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Demonstration Kits | $525 per Kit | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Agentic Customer Assistance Services | $0.75 to $2.50 per conversation or call | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Digital Marketing Services | $305 per month per territory or $595 per month, per territory, depending on the level of service, plus $49 per month for additional optional tools . | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Interest | The lesser of 12% per annum, or the maximum rate permitted by applicable law. | 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
SourcesYou or your Operating Principal must at all times be supervising the operation of your Franchised Business.
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Source NotesYou or your Operating Principal must at all times be supervising the operation of your Franchised Business.
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.
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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 franchisor estimates that the typical length of time between signing a Franchise Agreement and beginning to perform Services for your Franchised Business is approximately 120 days.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 · Item 11 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
You must obtain, maintain and use in your business the bookkeeping software and field service software the franchisor requires, along with other software that the franchisor may specify from time to time.
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We estimate that the typical length of time between signing a Franchise Agreement and beginning to perform Services for your Franchised Business is approximately 120 days.
Source NotesYou must obtain, maintain and use in your business the bookkeeping software and field service software we require, along with other software that we may specify from time to time.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe Promissory Note may be prepaid at any time without penalty.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesThe Promissory Note may be prepaid at any time without penalty.
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 June 21, 2013 as a Georgia limited liability company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor is a Georgia limited liability company formed on June 21, 2013. The franchisor does not do business under any name other than Granite Garage Floors Franchising, LLC.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor began offering franchises to open and operate businesses to sell, market and install or refurbish concrete garage floors with an epoxy coating system under the Granite Garage Floors marks in 2013.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
Read Source Excerpts
We are a Georgia limited liability company formed on June 21, 2013.
We are a Georgia limited liability company formed on June 21, 2013. We do not do business under any name other than Granite Garage Floors Franchising, LLC.
Source NotesWe began offering franchises to open and operate businesses to sell, market and install or refurbish concrete garage floors with an epoxy coating system (“Services”) under the Granite Garage Floors marks in 2013.
04Bankruptcy Disclosure
This FDD reports no bankruptcy matters that require disclosure under Item 4.
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Source NotesNo bankruptcy information is required to be disclosed in this Item.
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
The franchisor may require you to purchase or lease goods, services or supplies from the franchisor, or from the franchisor’s affiliates, or from approved third-party suppliers or vendors.
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Source NotesWe may require you to purchase or lease goods, services or supplies from us, or from our affiliates, or from approved third-party suppliers or vendors.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The Promissory Note may be prepaid at any time without penalty.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesThe Promissory Note may be prepaid at any time without penalty.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The franchisor estimates that the typical length of time between signing a Franchise Agreement and beginning to perform Services for your Franchised Business is approximately 120 days.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 · Item 11 · View Source
You must obtain, maintain and use in your business the bookkeeping software and field service software the franchisor requires, along with other software that the franchisor may specify from time to time.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 11 · View Source
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We estimate that the typical length of time between signing a Franchise Agreement and beginning to perform Services for your Franchised Business is approximately 120 days.
Source NotesYou must obtain, maintain and use in your business the bookkeeping software and field service software we require, along with other software that we may specify from time to time.
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 44 · 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.
13Trademarks
The principal trademarks that you will use in the operation of your Franchised Business are the Granite Garage Floors name and logo.
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Source NotesThe principal trademarks that you will use in the operation of your Franchised Business are the Granite Garage Floors name and logo.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
The franchisor owns no rights in, or licenses to, any patents or patent applications that are material to the franchise.
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Source NotesWe own no rights in, or licenses to, any patents or patent applications that are material to the franchise.
15Owner Participation
You or your Operating Principal must at all times be supervising the operation of your Franchised Business.
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Source NotesYou or your Operating Principal must at all times be supervising the operation of your Franchised Business.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You may not offer any products or services that the franchisor has not approved.
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Source NotesYou may not offer any products or services that we have not approved.
Find The Right Business For The Life You Want.
You don’t have to compare every brand on your own. A franchise consultant can help narrow your options and work through what ownership would ask of you.
Bring your questions about this brand, your priorities and the kind of business you want to run.
Your Role
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Your Shortlist
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Your Market
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