Source: FranopolisOpenWorks
What It Costs
SourcesYour location, business format and operating plan can change the total.
Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Franchise Fee | $2,500 to $72,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Initial Franchise Fee (Note 1) $2,500 to $72,000 |
| Lease | $250 to $1,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Lease (Note 9) $250 to $1,000 |
| Expenses During Training | $0 to $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Expenses During Training (Note 3) $0 to $500 |
| Total | $4,250 to $134,480 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Total $ 4,250 to $134,480 |
| Organizational Costs | $500 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Organizational Costs (Note 7) $500 to $3,000 |
| Additional Supplies | $0 to $500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Additional Supplies (Note 6) $0 to $500 |
| Uniforms | $0 to $400 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Uniforms (Note 4) $0 to $400 |
| Additional Equipment | $0 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Additional Equipment (Note 6) $0 to $5,000 |
| Insurance | $1,000 to $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Insurance (Note 8) $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Computer | $0 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 Computer (Note 5) $0 to $1,500 |
| Furnishings | $0 to $7,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Furnishings (Note 9) $0 to $7,500 |
| Additional Operating Funds for 6 to 12 Months | $0 to $35,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Additional Operating Funds for 6 to 12 Months (Note 10) $0 to $35,000 |
| Construction and remodeling | $0 to $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Construction and remodeling (Note 9) $0 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.
SourcesFees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Supplier Evaluation | OpenWorks’ expenses (estimated to range from $100 to $5,000) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Technology and Innovation Fee | Up to 2% of Gross Revenue (currently .5% is collected) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Interest on Late Payments | Lesser of 21% per year or highest rate allowed by law | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Initial franchise fee - OW P package | OW P 0 2,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Advertising Fund Fee | Up to 3% of Gross Revenue (currently 2.5% is collected) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Initial franchise fee - OW 7 package | OW 7 7,000 24,850 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Continuing Training Classes | $0 to $150 per class or platform | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Customer Charges | Amount customer charges plus $500/day | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Initial franchise fee - OW GrOW package | OW GrOW 0 6,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Audit Costs | OpenWorks’ expenses ($100 to $5,000) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Initial franchise fee - OW 25 package | OW 25 25,000 72,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Lost Document Fee | $25 per replacement copy | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Account Transfer Fee | $50 per Account | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Special Project Fee | 0% or 15% or 30% of Gross Revenue from job | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Interest on Unreimbursed Advances | 12% per year | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Insurance | Currently 3.6% of Gross Revenue (subject to change upon notice) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Trouble Call Fee | $50 per occurrence, plus reimbursement if replacement services are required | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Royalties | 15% of Gross Revenue (Note 2) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Initial franchise fee - OW 10 package | OW 10 10,000 33,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 12 |
| Initial Training Fee | $250 per group | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
Some fees apply only to a specific event or service. These are not all monthly expenses.
SourcesSee how the disclosed startup costs fit your cash, reserves, and financing plans.
Your Role As An Owner
SourcesYou or your designated manager must use your best efforts in the daily operation of the franchised business and devote all your productive time and effort to the management and operation of your franchised business on a full time basis.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 · Item 15 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
There is no requirement that any designated manager have an equity interest in your business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 · Item 15 · View Source
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There is no requirement that any designated manager have an equity interest in your business.
Source NotesYou or your designated manager must use your best efforts in the daily operation of the franchised business and devote all your productive time and effort to the management and operation of your franchised business on a full time basis.
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 32 · 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 name of OpenWorks’ initial training program is FirstWorks®.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 · Item 11 · View Source
Read The Disclosed Requirements
The initial training program will be offered once per month and will have to be completed by you within 60 days of the signing of your Franchise Agreement.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 · Item 11 · View Source
The length of time between signing of the Franchise Agreement and payment of the initial franchise fee, and commencement of your business, may range between one day and six or more months, depending on your readiness and the availability of client accounts.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 · Item 11 · View Source
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The name of OpenWorks’ initial training program is FirstWorks®.
The initial training program will be offered once per month and will have to be completed by you within 60 days of the signing of your Franchise Agreement.
Source NotesThe length of time between signing of the Franchise Agreement and payment of the initial franchise fee, and commencement of your business, may range between one day and six or more months, depending on your readiness and the availability of client accounts.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Company-Owned At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 0 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 46 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | 0 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 46 · 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
SourcesPlain-language summaries of the available FDD information. Each summary links to its source, with original excerpts available to review.
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07Estimated Startup Investment
The FDD estimates a total startup investment of $4,250 to $134,480. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 · Item 7 · View Source
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Source NotesTotal $ 4,250 to $134,480
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
OpenWorks requires that you use only cleaning supplies and equipment approved by OpenWorks and that you obtain all the uniforms, forms, cleaning materials and supplies that you use from suppliers that OpenWorks designates or approves.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 · Item 8 · View Source
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Source NotesOpenWorks requires that you use only cleaning supplies and equipment approved by OpenWorks and that you obtain all the uniforms, forms, cleaning materials and supplies that you use from suppliers that OpenWorks designates or approves.
11Support, Training And Advertising
The name of OpenWorks’ initial training program is FirstWorks®.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 · Item 11 · View Source
The initial training program will be offered once per month and will have to be completed by you within 60 days of the signing of your Franchise Agreement.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 · Item 11 · View Source
The length of time between signing of the Franchise Agreement and payment of the initial franchise fee, and commencement of your business, may range between one day and six or more months, depending on your readiness and the availability of client accounts.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 30 · Item 11 · View Source
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The name of OpenWorks’ initial training program is FirstWorks®.
The initial training program will be offered once per month and will have to be completed by you within 60 days of the signing of your Franchise Agreement.
Source NotesThe length of time between signing of the Franchise Agreement and payment of the initial franchise fee, and commencement of your business, may range between one day and six or more months, depending on your readiness and the availability of client accounts.
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 32 · 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
OpenWorks has not registered any patents or copyrights.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 34 · Item 14 · View Source
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Source NotesOpenWorks has not registered any patents or copyrights.
15Owner Participation
There is no requirement that any designated manager have an equity interest in your business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 · Item 15 · View Source
You or your designated manager must use your best efforts in the daily operation of the franchised business and devote all your productive time and effort to the management and operation of your franchised business on a full time basis.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 · Item 15 · View Source
Read Source Excerpts
There is no requirement that any designated manager have an equity interest in your business.
Source NotesYou or your designated manager must use your best efforts in the daily operation of the franchised business and devote all your productive time and effort to the management and operation of your franchised business on a full time basis.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You are obligated to offer and sell all the services and only the services that OpenWorks authorizes you to provide.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 35 · Item 16 · View Source
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Source NotesYou are obligated to offer and sell all the services and only the services that OpenWorks authorizes you to provide.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
The arbitration will be held where the franchisor’s principal place of business is located, currently the City of Phoenix, Arizona.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 17 · View Source
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Source NotesThe arbitration will be held where our principal place of business is located, currently the City of Phoenix, Arizona.
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 0 company-owned locations. These are reported locations, not a count of territories available to buy.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 46 · Item 20 · View Source
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Source NotesCompany- Owned 2025 0 0 0
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