Source: FranopolisMr. Handyman
The Business
SourcesThe current franchisor was formed on November 13, 2020 as a Delaware limited liability company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
Read More About The Business
The Mr. Handyman Franchised Business is devoted to providing consumers with a professional, safe, and reliable maintenance, repair and improvement service.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor’s predecessor and affiliate is Mr. Handyman International, L.L.C., a Michigan limited liability company formed January 6, 2000 for the sole purpose of franchising and licensing the Mr. Handyman system in the United States and internationally.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
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We are a Delaware limited liability company organized on November 13, 2020.
The Mr. Handyman Franchised Business is devoted to providing consumers with a professional, safe, and reliable maintenance, repair and improvement service.
Source NotesOur predecessor and affiliate is Mr. Handyman International, L.L.C., a Michigan limited liability company formed January 6, 2000 for the sole purpose of franchising and licensing the Mr. Handyman system in the United States and internationally (“Predecessor”).
What It Costs
SourcesWhere Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Training Expenses: Travel, Food and Lodging | $3,000 to $4,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 38 Training Expenses: Travel, Food and Lodging (12) $3,000 to $4,000 |
| Professional Fees | $1,800 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 38 Professional Fees $1,800 to $5,000 |
| Permits & Licenses | $100 to $1,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 Permits & Licenses (9) $100 to $1,000 |
| Initial opening equipment, uniforms and marketing materials | $6,000 to $10,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 Initial opening equipment, uniforms and marketing materials (10) $6,000 to $10,000 |
| Furniture, Fixtures and Office Equipment | $1,000 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 Furniture, Fixtures and Office Equipment (7) $1,000 to $1,500 |
| Additional Funds—3 months | $60,000 to $90,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 38 Additional Funds—3 months (13) $60,000 to $90,000 |
| Initial Package Fee | $5,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 Initial Package Fee (3) $5,500 |
| Prepaid Insurance Premiums—3 months | $4,500 to $6,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 38 Prepaid Insurance Premiums—3 months (11) $4,500 to $6,500 |
| Vehicle Expenses - 3 months | $7,500 to $15,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 Vehicle Expenses -3 months (4) $7,500 to $15,000 |
| Real Estate and Utility Deposit – 3 months | $1,000 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 Real Estate and Utility Deposit – 3 months (6) $1,000 to $1,500 |
| Tools and Equipment to Equip Two Vans | $1,000 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 Tools and Equipment to Equip Two Vans (8) $1,000 to $2,000 |
| Computer Hardware Package | $3,500 to $6,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 37 Computer Hardware Package (5) $3,500 to $6,000 |
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
- Initial Franchise Fee
- An Initial Franchise Fee of $67,000
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | An Initial Franchise Fee of $67,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| Additional Training Fee | currently, $500 per day. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 |
| Key Accounts/Management Fee | Up to 3% of total Gross Sales related to Key Account work | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 32 |
| Initial Package Fee | A fee of $5,500 (the “Initial Package Fee”) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 23 |
| Audit Noncompliance Fee | $500 per document (up to $2,500 per audit) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 |
| ServiceTitan Support or Maintenance | Any support or maintenance on ServiceTitan is provided at our then- current hourly rates (currently $125 per hour). | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 |
| Mr. Handyman Toll-Free Phone Number Usage | Currently: $.25 per minute | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 |
| Additional Microsoft Office365 E1 License | Additional Microsoft Office365 E1 License $19 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 |
| Late Fees on Software System Monthly Fees | $25 per month or the maximum amount allowed under the law, whichever is less. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 |
| Software System Monthly Fees | $196.95 per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 |
| Additional Franchise Portal User Accounts | Additional Franchise Portal User Accounts are available at $20 to $40/month. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 |
| Transfer Fee | The greater of (i) $9,900 or (ii) 5% of the sale price | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 |
| Microsoft Office365 E3 License | E3 License $30 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 |
| Interest | 12% per annum on unpaid balances. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 |
| Transfer Initial Package Fee | plus $5,500 Transfer Initial Package Fee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 |
| Regional Meetings | Presently, the current fee is $350 to $550 per person per event | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 27 |
| Call Center Program Fees | Current fees: $349.99 to $449.99/month (depending on the third-party vendor NCS is able to use) plus $25 per booked appointment | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 31 |
| Local Marketing Groups | Not to exceed 3% of Gross Sales. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 25 |
| Late Fees under Franchise Agreement | $10 per day | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 29 |
| Reunion | Currently up to $1,000. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 28 |
| QuickBooks Online | If you obtain QuickBooks Online through ZorWare, you will pay an additional fee of $30 to $220 per month depending on the license tier that you select. | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 |
| Exchange Mail License | Exchange Mail License $5.50 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 26 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesFranchisor Financing
SourcesEnterprise may offer you financing for vehicles if you meet its qualifications; however, you are not required to purchase or lease your vehicles from the company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 49 · Item 10 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
The franchisor has no obligation to provide you any financing, but the franchisor may agree to finance a portion of the initial franchise fee for qualified prospective franchisees under specified terms and conditions.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 47 · Item 10 · View Source
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Enterprise may offer you financing for vehicles if you meet its qualifications; however, you are not required to purchase or lease your vehicles from the company.
Source NotesWe have no obligation to provide you any financing, but we may agree to finance a portion of the initial franchise fee for qualified prospective franchisees under specified terms and conditions.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 347 | 0 | 347 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 76 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | 357 | 0 | 357 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 76 · 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.
Review The Source Figures
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 326 347 +21
Company - Owned 2024 0 0 0
Total Outlets 2024 326 347 +21
2025 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2025 347 357 +10
Company - Owned 2025 0 0 0
SourcesTotal Outlets 2025 347 357 +10
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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01The Business And Its Ownership
The current franchisor was formed on November 13, 2020 as a Delaware limited liability company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
The Mr. Handyman Franchised Business is devoted to providing consumers with a professional, safe, and reliable maintenance, repair and improvement service.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 · Item 1 · View Source
The franchisor’s predecessor and affiliate is Mr. Handyman International, L.L.C., a Michigan limited liability company formed January 6, 2000 for the sole purpose of franchising and licensing the Mr. Handyman system in the United States and internationally.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 10 · Item 1 · View Source
Read Source Excerpts
We are a Delaware limited liability company organized on November 13, 2020.
The Mr. Handyman Franchised Business is devoted to providing consumers with a professional, safe, and reliable maintenance, repair and improvement service.
Source NotesOur predecessor and affiliate is Mr. Handyman International, L.L.C., a Michigan limited liability company formed January 6, 2000 for the sole purpose of franchising and licensing the Mr. Handyman system in the United States and internationally (“Predecessor”).
02The Leadership Team
The leadership team listed in the FDD includes Grayson Brown (Secretary of Manager and Franchisor, and EVP, General Counsel and Secretary of Neighborly).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 · Item 2 · View Source
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Source NotesSecretary of Manager and Franchisor, and EVP, General Counsel and Secretary of Neighborly: Grayson Brown
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
The franchisor reserves the right to require that you only use approved products, inventory, supplies, uniforms, tools, equipment, signs, telephone and internet equipment and service, advertising materials, and other items.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 40 · Item 8 · View Source
You must participate in the franchisor’s Call Center Program with respect to rollover customer calls and customer calls outside business hours, including on weekends.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 8 · View Source
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We reserve the right to require that you only use approved products, inventory, supplies, uniforms, tools, equipment, signs, telephone and internet equipment and service, advertising materials, and other items.
Source NotesYou must participate in our Call Center Program with respect to rollover customer calls and customer calls outside business hours, including on weekends.
10Financing Offered By The Franchisor
Enterprise may offer you financing for vehicles if you meet its qualifications; however, you are not required to purchase or lease your vehicles from the company.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 49 · Item 10 · View Source
The franchisor has no obligation to provide you any financing, but the franchisor may agree to finance a portion of the initial franchise fee for qualified prospective franchisees under specified terms and conditions.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 47 · Item 10 · View Source
Read Source Excerpts
Enterprise may offer you financing for vehicles if you meet its qualifications; however, you are not required to purchase or lease your vehicles from the company.
Source NotesWe have no obligation to provide you any financing, but we may agree to finance a portion of the initial franchise fee for qualified prospective franchisees under specified terms and conditions.
14Patents, Copyrights And Proprietary Information
You do not receive the right to use an item covered by a patent but you can use the proprietary information in the franchisor’s Manuals and software which are described in Item 11.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 59 · Item 14 · View Source
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Source NotesYou do not receive the right to use an item covered by a patent but you can use the proprietary information in our Manuals and software which are described in Item 11.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You must provide residential and business repair, maintenance and improvement services.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 60 · Item 16 · View Source
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Source NotesYou must provide residential and business repair, maintenance and improvement services.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
The initial franchise agreement lasts 10 years.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 61 · Item 17 · View Source
Your franchise agreement can be renewed for one additional 10-year term by executing the then-current form of franchise agreement and meeting the other requirements for renewal.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 61 · Item 17 · View Source
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Initial term is 10 years.
Source NotesYour franchise agreement can be renewed for one additional 10-year term by executing the then-current form of franchise agreement and meeting the other requirements for renewal.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 357 franchised locations and 0 company-owned locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 76 · Item 20 · View Source
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