Source: FranopolisMac Tools
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Truck Lease or Purchase | $13,800 to $239,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Truck Lease or Purchase ... $13,800 to $239,000 |
| Opening Advertising and Business Cards | $50 to $350 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Opening Advertising and Business Cards ... $50 to $350 |
| Truck Painting and Decal Application | $0 to $10,750 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Truck Painting and Decal Application ... $0 to $10,750 |
| Total Initial Investment | $137,885 to $418,385 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 TOTAL $137,885 to $418,385 |
| Travel and Living Expenses While Training | $2,025 to $4,050 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Travel and Living Expenses While Training ... $2,025 to $4,050 |
| Converting Franchisee, Distributor or Employee Total Initial Investment | $135,785 to $411,185 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 TOTAL $135,785 to $411,185 |
| Starter Inventory | $76,000 to $85,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Starter Inventory ... $76,000 to $85,000 |
| Converting Distributor Total Initial Investment | $9,750 to $82,430 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 34 TOTAL $9,750 to $82,430 |
| Licenses, Permits and Authorizations | $160 to $360 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 Licenses, Permits and Authorizations ... $160 to $360 |
| Working Capital | $30,000 to $50,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 Additional Funds: 3 to 6 Months (Working Capital) ... $30,000 to $50,000 |
| Computer System | $4,000 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Computer System ... $4,000 to $5,000 |
| Payment Processing Services | $0 to $750 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Payment Processing Services ... $0 to $750 |
| Annual Fee | $1,200 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Annual Fee ... $1,200 |
| Professional Fees | $850 to $1,800 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Professional Fees ... $850 to $1,800 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | $8,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Initial Franchise Fee ... $8,000 |
| Tool Displays | $0 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Tool Displays ... $0 to $2,000 |
| Business Software Fees | $550 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 Business Software Fees (including Initial Business Software Fee and Monthly Business Software Fee) ... $550 for first 6 months |
| Uniforms | $0 to $75 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 Uniforms ... $0 to $75 |
| Additional Technology Fee (Initial Fee) | $0 to $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 Additional Technology Fee (Initial Fee) ... $0 to $500 |
| Additional Monthly Technology Fee | $0 to $900 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 Additional Monthly Technology Fee ... $0 to $900 |
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
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You must pay us a non-refundable initial franchise fee of $8,000, which is due in full when the Franchise Agreement is signed by both you and us.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 · Item 5
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Shipping Fee | free shipping on orders over $400, a $25 charge for orders of $400 or less, and an expedited shipping fee of $25. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| ETP Administrative Fee | We estimate a participating franchisee will pay a fee of $50 to $100. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| LTA Administrative Fee | Amount of this fee is up to 10% of the purchase price for each inventory eligible for the LTA Program. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Computer System Fee | You must purchase your computer system from us at an estimated cost of $4,000 to $5,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Business Software Fees | Initial Business Software Fee up to $500, and recurring Monthly Business Software Fee of up to $150. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Additional Technology Monthly Fee | Monthly recurring fee up to $150. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 21 |
| Optional Tool Displays | We estimate the costs of your optional tool displays purchased from us will range from $545 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Starter Inventory | The current Starter Inventory is offered at prices ranging from $76,000 to $85,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Restocking Fee | Fee up to 20% of the purchase price paid. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 |
| Late Charge | Late Charge ... 1.5% per month (18% per year) or the highest rate permitted by law (whichever is lower) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
| Insufficient Funds Fee | Fee up to $50 for each time you miss a payment to us because of insufficient funds in your bank account or for other similar reasons. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 |
| Initial Franchise Fee | You must pay us a non-refundable initial franchise fee of $8,000, which is due in full when the Franchise Agreement is signed by both you and us. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Training Tuition Fee or Attendance Fee | Estimated amount of tuition fee or attendance fee is a maximum of $3,000 for each person trained. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 |
| Customer Credit Program Management Fee | Up to 15%, and currently 9%, of the amount of each purchase by your customer on credit under the Customer Credit Program account. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 |
| Annual Fee | Annual Fee ... $1,200 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesTraining & Support
SourcesYou are not required to participate in local or regional advertising co-operatives or any other advertising fund.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 48 · Item 11 · View Source
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Source NotesYou are not required to participate in local or regional advertising co-operatives or any other advertising fund.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2023
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 813 | 0 | 813 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 82 · 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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2023 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2023 772 813 +41
Company-owned 2023 0 0 +0
SourcesTotal Outlets 2023 772 813 +41
Inside The FDD
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04Bankruptcy Disclosure
This FDD reports no bankruptcy matters that require disclosure under Item 4.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 · Item 4 · View Source
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Source NotesNo bankruptcy information is required to be disclosed in this Item.
11Support, Training And Advertising
You are not required to participate in local or regional advertising co-operatives or any other advertising fund.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 48 · Item 11 · View Source
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Source NotesYou are not required to participate in local or regional advertising co-operatives or any other advertising fund.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
The Business Software and related documentation is confidential and proprietary to Mac Tools, and you must hold it in strictest confidence.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 58 · Item 14 · View Source
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Source NotesThe Business Software and related documentation is confidential and proprietary to Mac Tools, and you must hold it in strictest confidence.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2023, the FDD reports 813 franchised locations and 0 company-owned locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 82 · Item 20 · View Source
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Find The Right Business For The Life You Want.
You don’t have to compare every brand on your own. A franchise consultant can help narrow your options and work through what ownership would ask of you.
Bring your questions about this brand, your priorities and the kind of business you want to run.
Your Role
Understand the hours, sales and people responsibilities behind the ownership model.
Your Shortlist
Spend less time sorting through brands and more time on options worth exploring.
Your Market
Check territory options with franchisors and identify the next questions to ask.
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