Source: FranopolisLapels Dry Cleaning
The Business
SourcesThe franchisor is a limited liability company formed under Delaware law on March 9, 2018.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 9 · Item 1 · View Source
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What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Satellite Store total initial investment | $113,065 to $345,650 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 TOTAL (Note 19) $113,065 $345,650 |
| Plant total initial investment | $535,930 to $796,742 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 TOTAL (Note 19) $535,930 $796,742 |
| Laundromat total initial investment | $907,905 to $1,711,738 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 TOTAL (Note 19) $907,905 $1,711,738 |
| Lapels Delivers total initial investment | $40,900 to $78,600 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 TOTAL (Note 19) $40,900 $78,600 |
Line items are shown as disclosed. Some costs overlap or apply to different formats; do not add them together without reviewing the source.
SourcesFees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Laundromat Start Up Supplies and Equipment Package | Laundromat $473,405 to $777,088 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Additional Assistance/Refresher Training | $400/day plus expenses, if needed or requested. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Laundromat Initial Franchise Fee | Laundromat $55,000**** | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Expenses to Enforce Obligations Upon Termination | Varies under circumstances, but could range from $5,000 to $50,000 or more | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Plant Signage and Sign Permit Allowance | Plant $8,000 to $15,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Plant Start Up Supplies and Equipment Package | Lapels Business Start Up Supplies and Equipment Package Plant $292,430 to $318,292 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Lapels Delivers Initial Franchise Fee | Lapels Delivers $27,000*** | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| New Supplier Evaluation | $200 plus actual expenses | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Lapels Delivers Grand Opening and First Year Marketing Fee | Lapels Delivers $ 6,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Satellite Store Signage and Sign Permit Allowance | Satellite Store $8,000 to $15,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Laundromat Grand Opening and First Year Marketing Fee | Laundromat $15,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Lapels Convention or Regional Meeting | $0 to $750 plus travel, lodging, and other expenses | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Satellite Store Grand Opening and First Year Marketing Fee | Satellite Store $12,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Plant Initial Franchise Fee | Plant $60,000* | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Plant Grand Opening and First Year Marketing Fee | Plant $12,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Satellite Store Initial Franchise Fee | Satellite Store $30,000** | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 13 |
| Non-Reporting Fee | $500 fee per month for non-reporting of financials when due | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| GreenEarth Cleaning License Fee | If your Lapels Business is a Plant, you must sign a License Agreement with our affiliate, GreenEarth Cleaning, LLC, and pay $2,500 for a license to its nonhazardous cleaning solution. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Laundromat Signage and Sign Permit Allowance | Laundromat $8,000 to $20,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Lapels Delivers Start Up Supplies and Equipment Package | Lapels Delivers $3,800 to $5,100 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Satellite Store Start Up Supplies and Equipment Package | Satellite Store $26,325 to $131,250 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Store Remodel | Estimated between $2,000 and $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Technology Fee | Up to $1,000 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesYour Role As An Owner
SourcesThe franchisor expects that you or your full-time manager will provide on-site supervision of the franchise.
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Source NotesWe expect that you or your full-time manager will provide on-site supervision of the franchise.
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 37 · Item 12 · View Source
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There is no minimum sales requirement, market penetration or other contingency that will affect your limited protected right to operate in the Territory during the term of your Franchise Agreement, unless you are in default of your obligations to the franchisor.
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You 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.
Source NotesThere is no minimum sales requirement, market penetration or other contingency that will affect your limited protected right to operate in the Territory during the term of your Franchise Agreement, unless you are in default of your obligations to us.
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 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 obligation.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2023
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 83 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 52 · 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 is a limited liability company formed under Delaware law on March 9, 2018.
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Source NotesWe are a limited liability company formed under Delaware law on March 9, 2018.
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
During the franchisor’s fiscal year ending December 31, 2025, no supplier made any payment to the franchisor for franchisee-required purchases.
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Source NotesDuring our fiscal year ending December 31, 2025, no supplier made any payment to us for franchisee-required purchases.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
The franchisor does not offer direct or indirect financing. The franchisor does not guarantee your note, lease or obligation.
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Source NotesWe do not offer direct or indirect financing. We do not guarantee your note, lease or 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 37 · Item 12 · View Source
There is no minimum sales requirement, market penetration or other contingency that will affect your limited protected right to operate in the Territory during the term of your Franchise Agreement, unless you are in default of your obligations to the franchisor.
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You 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.
Source NotesThere is no minimum sales requirement, market penetration or other contingency that will affect your limited protected right to operate in the Territory during the term of your Franchise Agreement, unless you are in default of your obligations to us.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
No patents or pending patent applications are material to the franchise.
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Source NotesNo patents or pending patent applications are material to the franchise.
15Owner Participation
The franchisor expects that you or your full-time manager will provide on-site supervision of the franchise.
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Source NotesWe expect that you or your full-time manager will provide on-site supervision of the franchise.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2023, the FDD reports 83 franchised locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
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Source NotesFranchised 2023 83 83 0
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