Source: FranopolisPest Hunters Mosquito Hunters Humbug Holiday Lighting
What It Costs
SourcesYour location, business format and operating plan can change the total.
Where Your Startup Money Goes
| Cost | Disclosed Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday Lighting Start-Up Equipment Package | $2,400 to $2,800 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Holiday Lighting Start-Up Equipment Package (Tools, Ladders, Safety Equipment, etc.) $2,400 to $2,800 |
| MH Training and Support Fee | $7,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 MH Training and Support Fee 2 $7,500 |
| Additional Funds – 3 Months | $14,880 to $21,362 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Additional Funds – 3 Months 14 $14,880 to $21,362 |
| Vehicle Tracking and Telematics | $50 to $100 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Vehicle Tracking and Telematics 6 $50 to $100 |
| Holiday Lighting Start-Up Inventory Package | $5,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Holiday Lighting Start-Up Inventory Package $5,000 |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT | $117,570 to $139,743 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 TOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT 15 $117,570 to $139,743 |
| Sales Support Resources | $200 to $450 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Sales Support Resources 5 $200 to $450 |
| Bookkeeper | $325 to $400 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Bookkeeper $325 to $400 |
| MH Service Vehicle Deposit | $8,350 to $16,700 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 MH Service Vehicle Deposit 8 $8,350 to $16,700 |
| Rental Space | $0 to $1,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Rental Space 11 $0 to $1,000 |
| Opening Mosquito & Pest Control Inventory | $500 to $1,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Opening Mosquito & Pest Control Inventory $500 to $1,000 |
| Training and Travel Expenses | $2,500 to $4,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Training and Travel Expenses 12 $2,500 to $4,000 |
| Monthly Supplier Technology Fee | $150 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Monthly Supplier Technology Fee 7 $150 |
| Equipment Package Fee | $3,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Equipment Package Fee 4 $3,000 |
| Approved Supplier Service Vehicle Lease Payment | $1,200 to $1,525 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Approved Supplier Service Vehicle Lease Payment 8 $1,200 to $1,525 |
| Initial License Fee | $50,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Initial License Fee 1 $50,000 |
| Insurance | $850 to $1,500 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 Insurance 13 $850 to $1,500 |
| Approved Supplier Computer Software | $415 to $656 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Approved Supplier Computer Software 9 $415 to $656 |
| Computer Hardware | $0 to $2,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Computer Hardware 10 $0 to $2,000 |
| Grand Opening Marketing Package | $20,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Grand Opening Marketing Package 3 $20,000 |
| Uniforms | $250 to $600 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 19 Uniforms $250 to $600 |
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
- A $50,000 initial franchise fee
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- Marketing & Advertising
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$5,000 or 2% of your Net Revenues annually, whichever is greater (but no more than $7,000 per year if you own a single franchised Territory or 2 contiguous franchised Territories)
2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 · Item 6
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Fees And Payment Terms
| Fee | Disclosed Terms | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Additional Hunters-Humbug Business initial franchise fee | You will pay an initial franchise fee of $25,000 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Grand Opening Marketing Fee | A $20,000 Grand Opening Marketing Fee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Electronic funds transfer rejection fee | $20 for each electronic funds transfer rejected by your bank | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Interest on Late Payments | Highest legal rate for open account business credit, not to exceed 1.5% per month | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Royalty and Service Fee | 10% of Net Revenues | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Late report fee | a fee of 1% of the total amount due for each month that a Royalty and Service Fee report is late | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
| Initial franchise fee | A $50,000 initial franchise fee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Initial training and support fee | A $7,500 initial training and support fee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Local Marketing Requirement | $8,000 Spent annually | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Out-of-Territory Royalty Fee | 15% of Net Revenues earned outside of franchisee’s Territory | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| National Marketing Fund | $5,000 or 2% of your Net Revenues annually, whichever is greater (but no more than $7,000 per year if you own a single franchised Territory or 2 contiguous franchised Territories) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Initial equipment package fee | A $3,000 initial equipment package fee | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 |
| Fine for Failure to Provide Materials for Inspection | $500 per day | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 18 |
| Technology Fee | Currently starts at $150 with a scheduled increase to $250 (subject to additional potential increases—see “Remarks” column) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 15 |
| Centrally Managed Paid Media Investment | $30,000 or 5% of your Net Revenues annually, whichever is greater (but no more than $45,000 per year if you own a single franchised Territory or 2 contiguous franchised Territories) | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 16 |
| Convention / Conference Fee | Not to exceed $2,000 annually | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 17 |
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, if you are an entity, your owners) must continuously use your best efforts to promote the Business and devote your full time, energies and attention to the operation of the Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesYou (or, if you are an entity, your owners) must continuously use your best efforts to promote the Business and devote your full time, energies and attention to the operation of the Business.
Territory
SourcesYou will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that MH owns, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that MH controls.
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 MH owns, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that MH controls.
A disclosed territory policy does not confirm that your preferred area is available. Ask the franchisor about the specific area you are considering.
The Franchise Network
SourcesReported At Year-End 2025
| Year | Franchised At Year-End | Company-Owned At Year-End | Total At Year-End | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 122 | 6 | 128 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 54 · Item 20 |
| 2024 | 135 | 6 | 141 | 2026 FDD · PDF Page 54 · Item 20 |
| 2025 | 145 | 0 | 145 | 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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2023 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2023 123 122 - 1
Company- Owned 2023 6 6 0
Total Outlets 2023 129 128 - 1
2024 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2024 122 135 +13
Company- Owned 2024 6 6 0
Total Outlets 2024 128 141 +13
2025 Year-End Counts
Franchised 2025 135 145 +10
Company- Owned 2025 6 0 - 6
SourcesTotal Outlets 2025 141 145 +4
Inside The FDD
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03Disclosed Legal Proceedings
This FDD reports no litigation that requires disclosure under Item 3.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 14 · Item 3 · View Source
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Source NotesNo litigation is required to be disclosed in this Item.
07Estimated Startup Investment
The FDD estimates a total startup investment of $117,570 to $139,743. Review the listed costs and any conditions before setting your own startup budget.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 20 · Item 7 · View Source
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Source NotesTOTAL ESTIMATED INITIAL INVESTMENT 15 $117,570 to $139,743
08Suppliers And Required Purchases
You must order the Service Vehicle from MH’s approved supplier to ensure it complies with MH’s standards and specifications.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 · Item 8 · View Source
LDI is the exclusive source of the vehicle outfitting services for your Service Vehicle.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 22 · Item 8 · View Source
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You must order the Service Vehicle from MH’s approved supplier to ensure it complies with MH’s standards and specifications.
Source NotesLDI is the exclusive source of the vehicle outfitting services for your Service Vehicle.
12Territory
You will not receive an exclusive territory. You may face competition from other franchisees, from outlets that MH owns, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that MH controls.
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 MH owns, or from other channels of distribution or competitive brands that MH controls.
15Owner Participation
You (or, if you are an entity, your owners) must continuously use your best efforts to promote the Business and devote your full time, energies and attention to the operation of the Business.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 15 · View Source
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Source NotesYou (or, if you are an entity, your owners) must continuously use your best efforts to promote the Business and devote your full time, energies and attention to the operation of the Business.
16Products And Services You Can Sell
You may not offer or sell any other services or products or use any equipment of the Business in any other business or for any other purpose.
2026 FDD · PDF Page 41 · Item 16 · View Source
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Source NotesYou may not offer or sell any other services or products or use any equipment of the Business in any other business or for any other purpose.
17Renewal, Transfer And Ending The Agreement
Mediation will be held in the franchisor’s then-current home city (currently in New Jersey).
2026 FDD · PDF Page 46 · Item 17 · View Source
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Source NotesMediation will be held in our then-current home city (currently in New Jersey).
20Franchise Locations
At the end of 2025, the FDD reports 145 franchised locations and 0 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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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
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Your Shortlist
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Your Market
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