Source: FranopolisHHO Carbon Clean Franchise System
HHO Carbon Clean Systems is a preventive maintenance franchise that provides mobile hydrogen carbon-cleaning services for internal combustion engines in trucks and automobiles. Its proprietary system is intended to remove carbon buildup and is presented as a cleaner alternative to other cleaning methods. The business serves fleet owners, automotive shops, equipment operators, truck owners, and other customers with internal combustion engines. Franchisees operate mobile service vans and receive training in hydrogen carbon cleaning, engines, operations, and customer service.
The Business
SourcesThe franchisor began offering franchises as of the October 21, 2020.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The franchisor’s business is operating HHO Carbon Clean Systems franchise system and granting franchises to third parties like you to develop and operate a Franchised Business.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor is a Kentucky limited liability company established on October 15, 2020.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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We began offering franchises as of the October 21, 2020.
Our business is operating HHO Carbon Clean Systems franchise system and granting franchises to third parties like you to develop and operate a Franchised Business.
Source NotesWe are a Kentucky limited liability company established on October 15, 2020.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Service Vehicle Equipment Installation | $4,000 to $6,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Service Vehicle Equipment Installation (Note 5) $ 4,000 – $6,000 |
| Insurance Deposits - Three Months | $3,000 to $5,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Insurance Deposits – Three Months (Note 8) $ 3,000 – $ 5,000 |
| Service Vehicle Initial Equipment Package | $30,880 to $44,930 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Service Vehicle Initial Equipment Package (Note 5) $ 30,880 – $ 44,930 |
| Start-Up Marketing | $3,000 to $6,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Start - Up Marketing (Note 7) $3,000 to $6,000 |
| Licenses and Permits | $500 to $1,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Licenses and Permits (Note 11) $500 to $1,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - Single Territory | $44,900 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) $ 44,900 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | $500 to $750 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Vehicle Maintenance $500 to $750 |
| Storage Unit | $0 to $750 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Storage Unit (Note 3) $0 – $ 750 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements | $0 to $2,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Construction and Leasehold Improvements (Note 2) $0 to $2,500 |
| Software and Business Management System | $1,500 to $3,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Software and Business Management System (Note 6) $1,500 to $3,000 |
| Service Vehicle Wrap | $2,500 to $3,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Service Vehicle Wrap (Note 5) $ 2,500 – $3,500 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - Multiple Territories | $79,900 to $279,900 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 20 Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) $ 79,900 – $279,900 |
| Professional Fees | $1,000 to $2,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Professional Fees (Note 10) $1,000 to $2,000 |
| Additional Funds - Three Months | $10,000 to $21,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Additional Funds – Three Months (Note 12) $10,000 – $ 21,000 |
| Total Estimate - Single Territory | $108,380 to $185,330 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Total Estimate (Note 13) $ 108,380 – $ 185,330 |
| Travel for Initial Training | $1,500 to $3,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 18 Travel for Initial Training (Note 9) $1,500 to $3,000 |
| Estimated Initial Investment to Open Single Territory | $63,480 to $140,430 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 20 Estimated Initial Investment to Open S ingle Territory $ 63,480 – $ 140,430 |
| Service Vehicle | $5,100 to $41,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 17 Service Vehicle (Note 4) $5,100 to $41,000 |
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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Greater of 6% to 8% of G ross Sales or Minimum Month ly Royalty Fee Requirement
2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 · Item 6
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- Up to 2 % of G ross S ales
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee - Five Territories | 5 $25,000 $154,900 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - Four Territories | 4 $25,000 $129,900 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Supplemental Training | Current rate is $500 per day | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Additional Employee Initial Training | Our then current training fee, currently $400 per person per day | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - Ten Territories | 10 $25,000 $279,900 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Brand Development Fund | Up to 2 % of G ross S ales | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Renewal | Renewal $10,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - Nine Territories | 9 $25,000 $254,900 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Reporting Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Royalty | Greater of 6% to 8% of G ross Sales or Minimum Month ly Royalty Fee Requirement | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - Eight Territories | 8 $25,000 $229,900 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - Single Territory | The Initial Franchise Fee is $ 44,900 for a geographic area that operates as a single territory with a population of approximately 250,000 people (a “ Territory ”). | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 10 |
| Operations Non-Compliance | $ 450 to $1,000 per occurrence | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Local and Regional Advertising Cooperatives | Up to 2 % of monthly Gross Sales , c urrently not assessed | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Service Vehicle Equipment Installation | We estimate the cost of the installation will range from $4,000 to $6,000. | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Annual Conference Attendance Fee | Our then current conference fee, not greater than $1,500 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - Six Territories | 6 $25,000 $179,900 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| NSF Check Fee or Failed Electronic Fund Transfer | 5% of amount or $50, whichever is greater, or maximum fee allowed by law | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Transfer | Transfer $15,000 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Franchisee Directed Local Marketing | 2% of monthly Gross Sales, but not less than $500 per month plus $500 per month for each Additional Territory | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - Seven Territories | 7 $25,000 $204,900 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Interest | 18% per annum from due date | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Technology | Currently $ 275 per month for two user s | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Payment Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Initial Franchise Fee - Three Territories | 3 $ 25,000 $104,900 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesTerritory
SourcesThe franchise does not come with an exclusive territory. Other franchisees, company-owned businesses and franchisor-controlled sales channels may compete in your area.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 25 · 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.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2023
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 10 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 43 · Item 20 |
| 2023 | 15 | 2025 FDD · PDF Page 43 · 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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Inside The FDD
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01The Business And Its Ownership
The franchisor began offering franchises as of the October 21, 2020.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor’s business is operating HHO Carbon Clean Systems franchise system and granting franchises to third parties like you to develop and operate a Franchised Business.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor is a Kentucky limited liability company established on October 15, 2020.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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We began offering franchises as of the October 21, 2020.
Our business is operating HHO Carbon Clean Systems franchise system and granting franchises to third parties like you to develop and operate a Franchised Business.
Source NotesWe are a Kentucky limited liability company established on October 15, 2020.
03Disclosed Legal Proceedings
This FDD reports no litigation that requires disclosure under Item 3.
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Source NotesNo litigation is required to be disclosed in this Item.
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 may copyright advertising materials and design specifications, the franchisor’s Manuals and other written materials and items.
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Source NotesWe may copyright advertising materials and design specifications, our Manuals and other written materials and items.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You may only sell the products and services specified or approved by the franchisor in writing. You must sell the products and services required by the franchisor.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 30 · Item 16 · View Source
The franchisor can change the products and services that you must offer. There is no limitation on the franchisor’s right to change the products and services offered by Franchised Business.
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You may only sell the products and services specified or approved by us in writing. You must sell the products and services required by us.
Source NotesWe can change the products and services that you must offer. There is no limitation on our right to change the products and services offered by Franchised Business.
18Public Figures
The franchisor currently uses no public figure to promote the franchise, and none is involved in its management.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 34 · Item 18 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not currently use any public figure to promote our franchise. No public figure is currently involved in our management.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2023, the FDD reports 15 franchised locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
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Source NotesFranchised 2023 10 15 +5
21Franchisor Financial Statements
The franchisor’s financial reporting year ends on December 31.
2025 FDD · PDF Page 40 · Item 21 · View Source
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Source Notesour fiscal year ends on December 31.
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