Source: FranopolisHoodz
HOODZ is a commercial hood cleaning franchise that cleans kitchen exhaust systems for restaurants and other facilities with commercial kitchens. Its customers include restaurants, fast-food locations, school and university cafeterias, hospitals, airports, and prisons. The business operates in the restaurant cleaning industry and provides services intended to help commercial kitchens keep exhaust systems clean, address fire hazards, maintain workplace safety, and meet health and safety requirements.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Standard HOODZ Territory total estimated initial investment | $200,538 to $246,807 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT & ADDITIONAL EXPENSES $200,538 $246,807 |
| Express HOODZ Territory total estimated initial investment | $170,538 to $216,807 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 32 TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT & ADDITIONAL EXPENSES $170,538 $216,807 |
| Conversion Franchise total estimated initial investment | $38,088 to $231,758 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 34 TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT & ADDITIONAL EXPENSES $38,088 $231,758 |
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
View Disclosed Terms
Royalty - 10% of Gross Sales of up to $999,999.99 for each calendar year - 9% of Gross Sales exceeding $1,000,000.00 in any given calendar year - 8% of Gross Sales exceeding $2,000,000.00 in any given calendar year - 7% of Gross Sales exceeding $3,000,000.00 in any given calendar year
2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 · Item 6
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Conversion Franchise Initial Franchise Fee | Initial Franchise Fee (Note 2) $5,990 $44,925 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 32 |
| Conversion Franchise Minimum Initial Package | At minimum, you will be required to purchase the Logowear Package, Print Marketing Materials, & Convention Allowance for $2,500 plus sales tax, in lieu of an Initial Package Fee. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
| Convention Non-Attendance Fee | Our then current fee, which is presently $1,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| Royalty | Royalty - 10% of Gross Sales of up to $999,999.99 for each calendar year - 9% of Gross Sales exceeding $1,000,000.00 in any given calendar year - 8% of Gross Sales exceeding $2,000,000.00 in any given calendar year - 7% of Gross Sales exceeding $3,000,000.00 in any given calendar year | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Audit Cost | Cost of inspection or audit estimated at $2,500 to $6,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| Administrative Fee | Our then current fee, which is presently $500 per transaction | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| Late Payment Fee | Late Payment Fee 5% of amount due or $50 per week, whichever is greater | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 |
| Transfer of Corporation Fee | Transfer of Corporation Fee $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Additional Standard Franchise Initial Franchise Fee | you must pay an Initial Franchise Fee of $49,900 to us for a single Standard Franchise | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Conventions, Regional Meetings and/or Additional Training | The then current fee, which varies depending on the event, but not to exceed $1,000 max. per person per event | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Renewal Fee | Renewal Fee 10% of the then-current Initial Franchise Fee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 |
| Technology Fee | Our then current fee, which is presently $60 per week. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Additional Express Franchise Initial Franchise Fee | or $24,900 for an Express Franchise. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Late Report Fee | Late Report Fee $20 per week that a report is late | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 |
| Non-Compliance Fee | Greater of $500 or the total sum of the invoice, in our discretion, for each incident of Out-of-Territory Conduct, or up to $5,000 per instance for other non-compliant acts or omissions | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 24 |
| Express Territory Initial Franchise Fee | The Initial Franchise Fee for an Express Territory is $29,900 (the “Express Base Fee”) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| NSF Fee | Our then current fee, which is presently $50 per NSF | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| Testing, New Product or New Supplier Approval Fee | Cost of review and testing with a minimum fee of $500 plus costs which is refunded if approved for use by the Franchisor for entire System. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 |
| Brand Marketing Fee | Up to 1% of Gross Sales, when established | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Interest | Lesser of 18% per annum or the maximum permitted by law | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 24 |
| Transfer Fee - Broker Fee | Actual costs, if you authorize us to enlist a third party broker to locate the transferee, which is approximately 10% of the sale price, or $30,000, whichever is higher. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Additional RFSC Fee | plus $30.00 for each RFSC over 2,000 (the “Additional Fee”). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Initial Package Fee | You must also purchase from us a fixed initial package (“Initial Package”) that will cost $23,000 plus sales tax (the “Initial Package Fee”). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Collection Fee | Our then current fee, which is presently up to 35% of gross amounts collected on your behalf | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| NORA Fee | None currently assessed; if we manage accounts through a national or regional accounts program you may pay up to 5% of Gross Sales | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 24 |
| Standard Territory Initial Franchise Fee | The Initial Franchise Fee for a Standard Territory is $59,900 (the “Standard Base Fee”) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesYour Role As An Owner
SourcesThe Designated Manager is not required to have an ownership interest in the HOODZ Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 66 · Item 15 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
The Managing Owner and, if applicable, the Designated Manager must successfully complete the Jumpstart Training Program and Business Manager and Technical Operations Training.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 66 · Item 15 · View Source
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The Designated Manager is not required to have an ownership interest in the HOODZ Business.
Source NotesThe Managing Owner and, if applicable, the Designated Manager must successfully complete the Jumpstart Training Program and Business Manager and Technical Operations Training.
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 57 · 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.
Training & Support
SourcesThe estimated typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and payment of any consideration for the HOODZ Business, and the opening of the HOODZ Business, is between 90 and 120 days.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 46 · Item 11 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
You are required to own and maintain a computer that meets the franchisor’s then-current HOODZ System Standards.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 49 · Item 11 · View Source
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The estimated typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and payment of any consideration for the HOODZ Business, and the opening of the HOODZ Business, is between 90 and 120 days.
Source NotesYou are required to own and maintain a computer that meets our then-current HOODZ System Standards.
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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02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Chief Executive Officer (Sheldon Yellen Mr. Yellen serves as Chief Executive Officer of HOODZ International, LLC and HOODZ North America, LLC).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 · Item 2 · View Source
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Source NotesChief Executive Officer: Sheldon Yellen Mr. Yellen serves as Chief Executive Officer of HOODZ International, LLC and HOODZ North America, LLC
11Support, Training And Advertising
The estimated typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and payment of any consideration for the HOODZ Business, and the opening of the HOODZ Business, is between 90 and 120 days.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 46 · Item 11 · View Source
You are required to own and maintain a computer that meets the franchisor’s then-current HOODZ System Standards.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 49 · Item 11 · View Source
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The estimated typical length of time between the signing of the Franchise Agreement and payment of any consideration for the HOODZ Business, and the opening of the HOODZ Business, is between 90 and 120 days.
Source NotesYou are required to own and maintain a computer that meets our then-current HOODZ System Standards.
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 57 · 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.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
You do not receive the right to use any item covered by a patent. There are no pending patent applications that are material to the HOODZ Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 65 · Item 14 · View Source
The franchisor does not own any registered copyrights which are material to the franchise; however, the franchisor claims copyrights in the HOODZ System Standards, advertising materials, HOODZ Software, business forms, videos, CDs and other printed and advertising material used in operating the System.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 65 · Item 14 · View Source
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You do not receive the right to use any item covered by a patent. There are no pending patent applications that are material to the HOODZ Business.
Source NotesWe do not own any registered copyrights which are material to the franchise; however, we claim copyrights in the HOODZ System Standards, advertising materials, HOODZ Software, business forms, videos, CDs and other printed and advertising material used in operating the System.
15Owner Participation
The Designated Manager is not required to have an ownership interest in the HOODZ Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 66 · Item 15 · View Source
The Managing Owner and, if applicable, the Designated Manager must successfully complete the Jumpstart Training Program and Business Manager and Technical Operations Training.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 66 · Item 15 · View Source
Read Source Excerpts
The Designated Manager is not required to have an ownership interest in the HOODZ Business.
Source NotesThe Managing Owner and, if applicable, the Designated Manager must successfully complete the Jumpstart Training Program and Business Manager and Technical Operations Training.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You may not service residential customers without the franchisor’s express written consent.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 67 · Item 16 · View Source
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Source NotesYou may not service residential customers without our express written consent.
18Public Figures
The franchisor says it does not use public figures to promote this franchise.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 72 · Item 18 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not use any public figures to promote our franchise.
21Franchisor Financial Statements
The franchisor’s financial reporting year ends on December 31.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 83 · Item 21 · View Source
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Source NotesOur fiscal year end is December 31.
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