Source: FranopolisHello Garage
Hello Garage is a home-services franchise system that provides garage floor coatings, storage solutions and organization systems for homeowners. Its independently owned and operated franchise locations help create clean, organized, functional garage spaces and aim to improve the contractor experience. The franchise business offers prospective owners onboarding, coaching, marketing support, supplier relationships, operational systems and software, and a network of franchise owners.
The Business
SourcesThe franchisor is a Nebraska limited liability company formed in November 2019.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 1 · Item 1 · View Source
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Source NotesWe are a Nebraska limited liability company formed in November 2019.
What It Costs
SourcesYour location, business format and operating plan can change the total.
Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total | $165,340 to $205,250 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 TOTAL (Notes 12) $165,340 to $205,250 |
| Travel Expenses to Attend Initial Training In-Person | $3,000 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Travel Expenses to Attend Initial Training In-Person (Note 9) $3,000 to $5,000 |
| Minimum Opening Marketing Spend | $20,000 to $30,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Minimum Opening Marketing Spend (Note 3 ) $20,000 to $30,000 |
| Additional Funds – 3 Months | $6,000 to $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Additional Funds – 3 Months (Note 1 1 ) $6,000 to $10,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $59,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Initial Franchise Fee (Note 2) $59,500 |
| Vehicle Financing & Vehicle Wrap | $4,500 to $7,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Vehicle Financing & Vehicle Wrap (Note 4) $4,500 to $7,000 |
| Opening Inventory Purchase and Initial Equipment Package | $70,000 to $85,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Opening Inventory Purchase and Initial Equipment Package (Note 5) $70,000 to $85,000 |
| Storage | $1,500 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Storage (See Note 6) $1,500 to $3,000 |
| Business Licenses and Permits | $140 to $250 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Business Licenses and Permits (Note 7) $140 to $250 |
| Insurance | $700 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Insurance (Note 10) $700 to $1,500 |
| Computer System | $0 to $4,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 Computer System (Note 8) $0 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
- Initial Franchise Fee
View Disclosed Terms
The “Initial Franchise Fee” for a single Protected Territory is $59,500.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 · Item 5
Review Fee Sources- Royalty
- Royalty Fee 5% of Gross Revenue Payable biweekly
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Customer Complaint Fee | Customer Complaint Fee 3% of total Gross Revenue in the 24 months prior to the termination or expiration of the Franchise Agreement | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Royalty Fee | Royalty Fee 5% of Gross Revenue Payable biweekly | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Non-Compliance Fee | Non-Compliance Fee Up to $1,000 per occurrence | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Transfer Fee | Transfer Fee $10,000 Before completion of transfer | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Management of the Franchised Business | we may step in to manage the Franchised Business and charge you a reasonable fee, which will be no greater than $500 per day. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Initial product inventory and certain equipment | You also will purchase from Supportworks initial product inventory and certain equipment in the amount of $40,000 to $50,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Software License Fee - GarageView license | Software License Fee $99 per GarageView license | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Technology Fee | If we implement a Technology Fee, the fee will be $300 per month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Summit Registration | Currently, $500 per attendee plus travel and related expenses | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | The “Initial Franchise Fee” for a single Protected Territory is $59,500. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Hello Garage Brand Fund Contribution | Hello Garage Brand Fund Contribution 2% of Gross Revenue Payable biweekly with the Royalty Fee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Software License Fee - email address | Software License Fee $11 per email address. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Renewal Fee | Renewal Fee $15,000 At least 30 days before renewal of Franchise Agreement | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| National Appointment Center Fee | National Appointment Center 1% of Gross Revenue Payable biweekly with the Royalty Fee You must pay us 1% of Gross Revenue per Protected Territory | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Software License Fee - CRM | Software License Fee $150 for CRM | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Minimum Local Advertising Spend Requirement | Minimum Local Advertising Spend Requirement 8% of Gross Revenue | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Supplier Evaluation Fee | If we implement a Supplier Evaluation fee, we will charge no more than $10,000 per review. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
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.
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 30 · 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.
Inside The FDD
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01The Business And Its Ownership
The franchisor is a Nebraska limited liability company formed in November 2019.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 1 · Item 1 · View Source
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Source NotesWe are a Nebraska limited liability company formed in November 2019.
02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Dan Thrasher (CEO), Dave Banark (President), Laura Moore (Director of Marketing) and Lowell Miller (Senior Director of Operations).
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Dan Thrasher – CEO
Dave Banark – President
Laura Moore – Director of Marketing
Source NotesLowell Miller – Senior Director of Operations
05Fees Paid To Get Started
For one Protected Territory, the initial franchise fee is $59,500.
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Source NotesThe “Initial Franchise Fee” for a single Protected Territory is $59,500.
07Estimated Startup Investment
The FDD estimates a total startup investment of $165,340 to $205,250. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
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Source NotesTOTAL (Notes 12) $165,340 to $205,250
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
The franchisor’s affiliate, Supportworks, is an approved supplier for floor coating systems.
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Source NotesOur affiliate, Supportworks, is an approved supplier for floor coating systems.
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.
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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
The franchisor owns certain proprietary or confidential information relating to the operation of Franchised Businesses, including information in the Manuals.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 34 · Item 14 · View Source
The franchisor does claim copyright ownership and protection for the Manuals and for certain other written materials the franchisor provides to assist you in operating your Franchised Business.
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We own certain proprietary or confidential information relating to the operation of Franchised Businesses, including information in the Manuals (“Confidential Information”).
Source NotesWe do claim copyright ownership and protection for the Manuals and for certain other written materials we provide to assist you in operating your Franchised Business.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it does not use public figures to promote this franchise.
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Source NotesWe do not use any public figure to promote our franchise.
21Franchisor Financial Statements
The franchisor’s financial reporting year ends on December 31.
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Source NotesOur fiscal year end is December 31.
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