Source: FranopolisJoshua Tree
The Business
SourcesThe franchise that the franchisor offers is for Joshua Tree Experts, a business that provides tree maintenance and care, plant health care, lawn care, pest control, and related services and products.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 1 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The franchisor is a Pennsylvania limited liability company established on June 7, 2021.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor does not have any predecessors and the franchisor does not have any parent company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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The franchise that we offer is for Joshua Tree Experts, a business that provides tree maintenance and care, plant health care, lawn care, pest control, and related services and products.
We are a Pennsylvania limited liability company established on June 7, 2021.
Source NotesWe do not have any predecessors and we do not have any parent company.
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Uniforms and Office Supplies | $720 to $2,300 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Uniforms and Office Supplies (Note 14) $720 to $2,300 |
| Travel for Initial Training | $1,000 to $3,100 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Travel for Initial Training (Note 10) $1,000 to $3,100 |
| Vehicles and Machinery | $288,000 to $394,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Vehicles and Machinery (Note 12) $288,000 to $394,000 |
| Additional Funds — Three Months | $36,000 to $58,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Additional Funds – Three Months (Note 15) $36,000 to $58,000 |
| Total Estimate — Single Territory | $438,325 to $618,495 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 Total Estimate (Note 1 6 ) $ 438,325 – $ 618,495 |
| Start-Up Marketing | $20,000 to $30,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Start - Up Marketing (Note 8) $20,000 to $30,000 |
| Construction and Leasehold Improvements | $0 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Construction and Leasehold Improvements (Note 2) $0 to $3,000 |
| Storage Location | $0 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Storage Location (Note 3) $0 to $3,000 |
| Initial Franchise Fee — Single Territory | $59,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) $59,500 to $59,500 |
| Total Estimate — Multiple Territories | $480,325 to $920,495 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 24 Total Estimate (Note 2) $ 480,325 – $ 920,495 |
| Licenses and Permits | $105 to $145 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Licenses and Permits (Note 13) $105 to $145 |
| Furniture and Fixtures | $0 to $1,450 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Furniture and Fixtures (Note 4) $0 to $1,450 |
| Professional Fees | $3,500 to $8,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Professional Fees (Note 11) $3,500 to $8,500 |
| Tools and Job Materials | $15,000 to $25,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Tools and Job Materials (Note 5) $15,000 to $25,000 |
| Insurance Deposits — Three Months | $9,000 to $20,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Insurance Deposits – Three Months (Note 9) $9,000 to $20,000 |
| Computer, Software, and Business Management System | $2,500 to $5,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Computer, Software, and Business Management System (Note 7) $2,500 to $5,500 |
| Vehicle Graphics | $3,000 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Vehicle Graphics (Note 6) $3,000 to $5,000 |
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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6% of Gross Sales for Gross Sales of up to $19,231 per week 5% of Gross Sales of $19,232 to $38,462 per week 4% of Gross Sales of $38,463 to $57,692 per week 3.5% of Gross Sales of $57,693 or more per week
2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 · Item 6
Review Fee Sources- Marketing & Advertising
- Up to 2 % of Gross Sales, currently 1% of Gross Sales
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Up to 2 % of Gross Sales, currently 1% of Gross Sales
2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 · Item 6
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Supplemental Services local marketing | not less than $40,000 in addition to the local marketing requirement set forth above | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Supplemental Services Contact Center fee | a lump sum fee of 5% of Gross Sales from Supplemental Services during each year you offer Supplemental Services | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Royalty | 6% of Gross Sales for Gross Sales of up to $19,231 per week 5% of Gross Sales of $19,232 to $38,462 per week 4% of Gross Sales of $38,463 to $57,692 per week 3.5% of Gross Sales of $57,693 or more per week | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Initial Franchise Fee per Additional Territory — 9 Territories | 9 $30,000 $331,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Initial Franchise Fee per Additional Territory — 7 Territories | 7 $30,000 $271,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Marketing Management Fee | Currently $250 per month for either Google or Meta and $385 per month for both Google and Meta, up to $500 per month for either Google or Meta and/or both Google and Meta plus set up costs | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Supplemental Training | Current rate is $500 per day. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Initial Franchise Fee per Additional Territory — 6 Territories | 6 $32,000 $241,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Contact Center | $400 to $600 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| NSF Check or Failed Electronic Fund Transfer | 5% of amount or $50, whichever is greater, or maximum fee allowed by law | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Service Expansion — lawn care | If we approve your request to add lawn care services ... our estimate for your additional costs is $50,000 to $100,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Initial Franchise Fee per Additional Territory — 2 Territories | 2 $42,000 $101,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Initial Franchise Fee per Additional Territory — 10 Territories | 10 $30,000 $361,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Initial Franchise Fee per Additional Territory — 4 Territories | 4 $36,000 $175,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Interest | 18% per annum from due date | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Franchisee Directed Local Marketing — Year 1 | Year 1: $36,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Additional Employee Initial Training | Our then current training fee, currently $500 per person per day. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Reporting Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Operations Non-Compliance | $450 to $1,000 per occurrence | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Additional person fee | The Initial Franchise Fee will be increased $0.16 for each additional person located within your first Territory at the time of signing the Franchise Agreement. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Local and Regional Advertising Cooperatives | Up to 2 % of monthly Gross Sales, currently not assessed | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| GPS Software Fee | Currently $35 per service vehicle ... shall not exceed $100 per service vehicle. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Technology | Up to $1,000 per month, currently $500 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Brand Development Fund | Up to 2 % of Gross Sales, currently 1% of Gross Sales | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Initial Franchise Fee per Additional Territory — 3 Territories | 3 $38,000 $139,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Annual Conference Attendance Fee | Our then current conference fee, not greater than $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Payment Non-Compliance | $150 per occurrence | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Service Expansion — pest control | If we approve your request to add pest control services ... our estimate for your additional costs is $30,000 to $60,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Initial Franchise Fee per Additional Territory — 8 Territories | 8 $30,000 $301,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Advanced Operations Training | $1,500 per employee per week | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Initial Franchise Fee — single Territory | The Initial Franchise Fee is $59,500 for a geographic area that operates as a single territory with a population of up to 250,000 people (a “Territory”). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 11 |
| Franchisee Directed Local Marketing — Year 2 and thereafter | Year 2 and each year thereafter: 6.5% of Gross Sales | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Initial Franchise Fee per Additional Territory — 5 Territories | 5 $34,000 $209,500 | 2026 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.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 · 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.
Franchisor Financing
SourcesThe franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease or other obligation.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or other obligation.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2023
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 54 · 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 franchise that the franchisor offers is for Joshua Tree Experts, a business that provides tree maintenance and care, plant health care, lawn care, pest control, and related services and products.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 1 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor is a Pennsylvania limited liability company established on June 7, 2021.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor does not have any predecessors and the franchisor does not have any parent company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 8 · Item 1 · View Source
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The franchise that we offer is for Joshua Tree Experts, a business that provides tree maintenance and care, plant health care, lawn care, pest control, and related services and products.
We are a Pennsylvania limited liability company established on June 7, 2021.
Source NotesWe do not have any predecessors and we do not have any parent company.
03Disclosed Legal Proceedings
This FDD reports no litigation that requires disclosure under Item 3.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 3 · View Source
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Source NotesNo litigation is required to be disclosed in this Item.
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 does not provide the franchisor’s franchisees with any material benefits based on a franchisee’s purchase of particular products or services or use of particular suppliers.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 · Item 8 · View Source
The franchisor requires that you purchase or lease certain source restricted goods and services for the development and operation of your Joshua Tree Experts Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 24 · Item 8 · View Source
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We do not provide our franchisees with any material benefits based on a franchisee’s purchase of particular products or services or use of particular suppliers.
Source NotesWe require that you purchase or lease certain source restricted goods and services for the development and operation of your Joshua Tree Experts Business.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease or other obligation.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 · Item 10 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or other obligation.
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 35 · 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
The franchisor does not own any rights to, or licenses in any patent or copyrights material to the franchise System. The franchisor may copyright advertising materials and design specifications, the franchisor’s Manuals and other written materials and items.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 39 · Item 14 · View Source
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Source NotesWe do not own any rights to, or licenses in any patent or copyrights material to the franchise System. We 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.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 · Item 16 · View Source
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Source NotesYou may only sell the products and services specified or approved by us in writing. You must sell the products and services required by us.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
If you meet the franchisor’s conditions for renewal, you may renew your franchise for one additional 10 year renewal term.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 17 · View Source
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Source NotesIf you meet our conditions for renewal, you may renew your franchise for one additional 10 year renewal term.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2023, the FDD reports 1 franchised locations and 1 company-owned locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 54 · Item 20 · View Source
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21Franchisor Financial Statements
The franchisor’s financial reporting year ends on December 31.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 57 · Item 21 · View Source
Exhibit D contains the franchisor’s audited financial statements covering 2023, 2024, 2025. These statements describe the franchisor’s finances, not a franchise owner’s earnings.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 57 · Item 21 · View Source
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our fiscal year ends on December 31.
Source NotesAttached as Exhibit D are our audited financial statements for 2023, 2024, and 2025 .
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